It's all about 'Anticipation' as Lexus Design Award 2016 opens for entries

Lexus International announces its call for entries for the Lexus Design Award 2016. First launched in 2013 to foster the growth of ideas that can contribute to society, this international design competition aims to support up-and-coming creators from around the world.

The theme

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Hyundai Motor America names Dean Evans its Chief Marketing Officer

Hyundai Motor America announced that Dean Evans has been named its Vice-President/Chief Marketing Officer. Evans, former Chief Marketing Officer of Subaru of America, will be responsible for all Hyundai marketing and advertising activities in the United States.

Evans will

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Ford donates vehicles to DAV, strengthens efforts to assist disabled veterans

Ford Motor Company is donating seven Ford Flex utility vehicles to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), extending a strong relationship that has assisted disabled military veterans for 93 years.

The vehicles will become part of the DAV Transportation Network

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7th Maruti Suzuki Dakshin Dare Rally winners announced

The 7th Maruti Suzuki Dakshin Dare concluded in the City of Pearls - Hyderabad. The 105 teams with 170 participants covered a distance of 2,000 km as they passed through some of the picturesque locations of Bangalore, Hampi, Bellary and Shimoga. The rally

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Rory Lumsdon appointed PR Manager Mercedes-Benz Cars

Rory Lumsdon appointed PR Manager Mercedes-Benz Cars.

"I'm extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Rory Lumsdon as PR Manager Mercedes-Benz Cars. Rory brings great experience, talent and enthusiasm to the team, and he will be instrumental in

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Mini launches the new Countryman in India @ Rs. 36.5 lakh

Mini India announced the launch of the new Mini Countryman in India.

The new Mini Countryman is a whole new combination of distinctive Mini body language, absorbing handling characteristics, spacious interior of a five-door car and the looks of a Sports Activity Vehicle

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Mini India announces brand new prices for its entire range

Mini India has announced brand new prices for the entire Mini product range in India.

"Mini has always found a perfect balance between Mini heritage, future-defining forms and innovations. Mini brand has been built for individualists, its unmistakeable design and undiluted

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Entries open for the fifth annual Henry Surtees Challenge 2015

The best of British young motorsport talent are invited to enter the 'Henry Surtees Challenge', which is taking place on October 7, 2015 at Buckmore Park Kart Circuit, Chatham, Kent. This superb annual is organised by former F1 World Champion, John Surtees OBE and

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Camber Ridge launches a state-of-the-art indoor tyre test track facility

Camber Ridge, LLC has announced its financial partnership with Teton Capital, LLC of Jackson, Wyoming, to launch a new state-of-the-art facility for vehicle tyre characterisation, which will begin operations in 2016. The facility aims to offer all the advantages of testing

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Toyota continues competitiveness drive with new production line in Tianjin, China

As part of its efforts to enhance competiveness and flexibility at its manufacturing plants around the globe, Toyota will reorganise its operations in Tianjin, China by improving and automating some processes on existing production lines, while also

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John Hopkins confirmed as permanent rider for Lloyds British Moto Rapido Ducati team

John Hopkins has been confirmed as the permanent rider for the Lloyds British Moto Rapido Ducati team for the rest of the 2015 MCE British Superbike Championship season. Hopkins replaces the Czech rider Jakub Smrz, who was injured following a heavy crash in

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GM invests US$ 877-million for Flint assembly upgrades

General Motors' (GM) oldest assembly plant in North America, a popular destination for pickup truck customers who want to watch their vehicles being built, will undergo transformation in the coming years.

GM officials announced plans to invest US$ 877-million

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GKN Driveline announces major investment in Poland

GKN Driveline announces the first phase of a significant expansion of its operations in Poland, with the construction of a new production facility. The expansion will create the capability to manufacture a range of Driveline technologies, with a specific focus on increased

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Maruti Suzuki flags off 7th edition of motorsport rally Dakshin Dare

Maruti Suzuki flagged off its annual southern motorsport rally Dakshin Dare 2015 from the Orion Mall at Bengaluru, India. In its 7th edition, the rally this year sees more than 40 per cent new participation. 105 teams comprising of 170 participants will cover a total of 2,000

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK appoints new National Fleet Sales Manager

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK has announced the appointment of Glenn McCulley to the role of National Fleet Sales Manager.

Reporting to Fleet and Business Sales Director Francis Bleasdale, Glenn takes over responsibility for the core fleet sales team, driving registrations

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Detroit-made Chevrolet Impala sedan now for sale in Korea

Chevrolet began taking pre-orders in Korea for the Impala, the first time the brand is introducing a full-size sedan domestically.

The Chevrolet Impala for Korea is assembled at General Motors' Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant.

"We are thrilled to have the iconic flagship sedan

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Ford Motor Company issues safety compliance recall in the United States

Ford Motor Company is issuing a safety compliance recall for 91 2015-model year Lincoln MKT livery vehicles in the United States for an issue with the seating configuration. In these vehicles, the installed placard does not agree with the seating configuration, which

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Ferrari announces the launch of its most powerful ever mid-rear-engined V8 car '488 Spider'

Ferrari announces the launch of the 488 Spider, its most powerful ever mid-rear-engined V8 car to feature the patented retractable hard top along with the highest level of technological innovation and with cutting-edge design.

Ferrari was the first manufacturer

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Infiniti launches the 'Ultimate Test Drive' campaign, drive a real F1 car

Infiniti has launched the 'Ultimate Test Drive' campaign providing one lucky motorist from the UK the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a real Formula One car with instruction from Infiniti Red Bull Racing driver Daniil Kvyat.

Customers who visit any UK Infiniti centre and

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Barry Engle joins General Motors as Executive Vice-President and President, South America

Jaime Ardila, General Motors (GM) Executive Vice-President and President of South America, announced that he will retire after nearly three decades at the company. Barry Engle, a seasoned automotive executive and currently Chief Executive Officer of

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Daimler and Renault-Nissan Alliance start manufacturing joint-venture in Mexico

Daimler and the Renault-Nissan Alliance have significantly expanded their collaboration with the start of a manufacturing joint-venture in Aguascalientes in central Mexico.

The new business entity COMPAS (Cooperation Manufacturing Plant Aguascalientes) is

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Caterham Cars has appointed two new dealers in Europe

Caterham Cars has appointed two new UK dealers – one in the north and one in the south – as it continues to expand its network on home soil.

Oakmere Motor Group in Cheshire and Williams Automobiles near Bristol have been signed up by the iconic brand to sell its full

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Lexus sets the pulse racing with the world's first Heartbeat Car

Driving a great car can stimulate the senses and quicken the heartbeat. Now Lexus has created the world's first vehicle that directly translates the driver's heart patterns into a striking visual display across the bodywork.

The one-off RC F high-performance coupe is the result

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Paul Buckett appointed Head of Group Corporate and Public Relations, Volkswagen Group UK

Volkswagen Group UK Limited announces the appointment of Paul Buckett to the newly created role of Head of Group Corporate and Public Relations, reporting to the Managing Director of Volkswagen Group UK, Paul Willis.

Mike Orford will join Volkswagen Group

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MG celebrates the official opening of its flagship showroom in London

Earlier this year MG Motor UK announced it would be opening its flagship showroom in the prestigious area of Piccadilly, London. The members of the public and invited guests are gathering to celebrate the official opening of this exciting new store.

This new showroom,

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Ford expands social responsibility in Panama with Ford Driving Dreams Education Initiative

Ford Motor Company Fund is expanding its innovative Ford Driving Dreams educational tour for the first time to an international market with a program in Panama that will help more than 300 young teens learn skills to keep them in school.

Ford and Ford Fund, the

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Asia's first Mercedes me Store opens in Tokyo, Japan

Following the launch of the stores in Hamburg and Milan, Mercedes-Benz opened its third Mercedes me Store worldwide at Tokyo Haneda Airport on.

As the first store in Asia, it offers an interactive brand and product experience. Customers and interested persons can find out

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The all-new BMW X6 launched in India @ Rs. 1.15 crore

The all-new BMW X6, the only Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) in the world has launched in India. Newly defined second generation of the first Sports Activity Coupe, the all-new BMW X6 is available at BMW dealerships across India as CBU (Completely Built-Up) units now.

The striking

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Supervisory Board of Volkswagen Truck & Bus GmbH formed

Volkswagen Truck & Bus GmbH, the holding bringing together Volkswagen AG's truck and bus business, has formed a Supervisory Board composed on a parity basis. Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG, will chair the

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Stephan Cimbal appointed new Head of Marketing at Falken Tyre

Falken Tyre Europe GmbH has strengthened its marketing department with the appointment of Stephan Cimbal as Head of Marketing in Europe.

Having begun his new role on July 1, 2015, Cimbal is responsible for the Japanese tyre manufacturer's marketing across

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Apollo Tyres introduces high-mileage passenger car tyre

Apollo Tyres introduced a high-mileage passenger car tyre, Apollo Amazer 4G Life, for the Indian market. This tyre has been developed jointly by the company's Global R&D Centres in Chennai, India and Enschede, the Netherlands, especially for the

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Ford of Britain announces new roles for three senior executives

Ford of Britain announced new management roles for three of its senior executives. This follows the appointment of Andy Barratt as Chairman and Managing Director, Ford of Britain, on July 1, 2015, succeeding Mark Ovenden after his appointment as President

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announces management changes

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) announced that John Kett, General Manager of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles APAC region, is leaving the organization to pursue other interests. On an interim basis, Mike Manley, Chief Operating Officer, APAC Region and

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Ford recalls Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Lincoln MKS and MKT for parking brake issue

Ford is issuing a safety compliance recall for 7,964 vehicles in North America, including certain 2015-2016 Ford Explorer, and certain 2015 Taurus and Flex, as well as Lincoln MKS and MKT vehicles for an issue with the parking brake. In these vehicles, the parking

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Mercedes-Benz Style Eyewear Collection Autumn/Winter 2015

Progressive design and flawless functionality are the hallmarks of the 2015 Autumn/Winter Collection designed by Mercedes-Benz Style and Eyewear specialist Rodenstock. Incorporating newly developed materials, colours and shapes, the five styles of sunglasses

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Hyundai Motor launches global sub-compact SUV 'Creta' in India

Hyundai Motor launched the global sub-compact SUV model 'Creta' in India. Creta marks Hyundai Motor's entry in growing sub-compact SUV segment with strong product offering boosting Hyundai Motor's product line up.

Creta offers a combination of power and style with

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FCA's SSEP awarded Bronze designation in World Class Manufacturing

The FCA México Saltillo South Engine Plant (SSEP), located in Coahuila, Mexico, has been awarded bronze status for its results in implementing World Class Manufacturing (WCM), becoming the third facility in the country and the 10th in North America to achieve this milestone.

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Buick introduces 2016 Encore Sport Touring

Buick introduced the 2016 Encore Sport Touring – a more spirited take on the brand's popular crossover. It is distinguished by unique exterior cues and driven by an exclusive, all-new 1.4L turbocharged engine featuring direct injection and stop/start technology.

The exterior

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Suzuki recalls its GSX-S1000 and GSX-S1000F models

Suzuki has confirmed a recall of its GSX-S1000 and GSX-S1000F models.

The recall affects 174 registered motorcycles in the UK, and has been instigated due to a radiator hose clearance concern.

Despite no reported issues in the UK, customer safety and satisfaction

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Toyota announces pricing for Sporty Camry and Corolla special editions

Special Editions for special vehicles. Toyota’s Camry mid-size sedan, the best-selling car in America for the past 13 years, and Corolla compact sedan, the world's best-selling car of all-time, will be adding some extra summer sizzle with Special Editions for the 2016 model year.

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FCA Foundation donates US$ 62,000 to 17 North Central Indiana Community Groups

The FCA Foundation, the charitable arm of FCA US LLC, awarded grants totaling more than US$ 62,000 to 17 Kokomo and Tipton-area community organizations and programs that serve youth development & education, senior citizens, veterans and multicultural activities.

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Visteon donates US$ 4,000 to support leadership-building program for students

Through its non-profit Visteon Fund, Visteon Corporation recently donated US$ 4,000 to support a leadership-building program for students at Tyler Elementary School in Belleville, Michigan, near the company's corporate offices and innovation center in Van Buren

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Tata Motors opens its new 3S Dealership in Pune, India

Tata Motors inaugurated the first 3S facility of Excel Vehicles in Tathawade in Pune. Located off the strategic Mumbai-Pune-Bangalore Highway, the facility has 24 workshop bays and staffed by professionally trained technicians.With a capacity to handle about 100 vehicles

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Jaguar Land Rover appoints a new dealer in Hyderabad, India

Jaguar Land Rover has appointed Pride Motors as its new dealer in Hyderabad. Pride Motors, Hyderabad, will offer the entire range of Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles through the facility located at Road No 36, Jubilee Hills and a fully equipped workshop at Serilingampally, Botanical

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Tata Motors inaugurates its commercial vehicle 3S facility in Karnataka, India

Tata Motors inaugurated a new dealership by establishing a state-of-the-art commercial vehicle 3S facility in Tumkur, providing customers with a complete experience of Sales, Service and Spares, all under one roof. Two more 3S facilities are developed in Davangere

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GM invests US$ 1.4-billion for Arlington Assembly Plant upgrades

In its largest single plant investment in the US this year, General Motors announced US$ 1.4-billion for a range of improvements to its Arlington Assembly Plant to more competitively produce high-quality full-size SUVs.

The investment allows the plant to be reconfigured with

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Honda starts its first automobile production plant in Africa; begins production of Accord

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it began local production of the Accord sedan in Nigeria, West Africa.

Honda Automobile Western Africa Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Honda in Nigeria, established a new plant by installing automobile production facilities

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Ducati launches modified Ducati competition - 2015 Ducati 'Speciale' Challenge

Ducati UK announced the launch of the 2015 Ducati 'Speciale' Challenge, a competition to find the best modified Ducati in the UK.

Ducati has always been synonymous with performance and design and most Ducati customers modify their bike in some way using the extensive

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The Ducati 'Ride a Song' contest takes off

Ducati launches its Ride a Song contest and asks competition participants to propose the ideal motorcycle vacation paired with great music. The best 'road trip' wins a Multistrada Experience, an exclusive opportunity to ride the new Multistrada 1200,

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Ford Motor Company Fund and LULAC announce 2015 Ford Driving Dreams Through Education grant winners

Ford Motor Company Fund announced a total of US$ 180,000 for the 2015 Ford Driving Dreams Through Education LULAC* grantees as they work together to promote on-time high school graduation and college enrollment among Latinos, the fastest-growing segment

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