Nissan Motor Company and Keiko Ihara sign partnership agreement to promote zero-emission mobility

Nissan Motor Company, Ltd., and Keiko Ihara, currently the only Japanese female driver competing in the World Endurance Championships (WEC) - the highest form of sports-car endurance racing in the world - have signed a partnership agreement to promote

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Volkswagen Chattanooga builds 250,000th Passat sedan

Volkswagen Chattanooga announced that its workforce has produced the 250,000th Passat mid-sized sedan.

The car, produced in Volkswagen's LEED Platinum-certified factory, is night blue with black leather interior. It is powered by Volkswagen's high-mileage TDI

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Toyota's Steve Smith is Britain's Top Technician 2013

It is the most prestigious award of its kind in the UK motor industry, and provides Steve with a trophy and a prize pot worth £14,000.

Passing through two preliminary on-line rounds, Steve made it to the semi-final in May before qualifying among just six finalists

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Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Plant in Turkey prepares to boost economy with new investment

Hyundai Motor Company has nearly completed the major expansion of its Turkey plant, Hyundai Assan Otomotiv Sanayi (HAOS), which will double capacity to more than 200,000 units and feature production of the new i10.

Construction continues at full speed one year after the

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Honda CR-V supports Scotland's first Charity Air Ambulance

Over the past four years the Honda CR-V's outstanding reliability, practicality and interior space has helped it build a solid reputation supporting the emergency services as a paramedic response vehicle. Now Honda is putting these strengths to good use by providing

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Tristan Palmer to ride Ducati Panigale in National Superstock 1000 Championship

Rapido Sport Racing Ducati has signed Tristan Palmer to ride the Ducati Panigale R in the National Superstock 1000 Championship. Tristan will ride the bike for the remaining rounds of the 2013 season, and the team are preparing a second bike to be ready

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Scuderia Toro Rosso to use Renault power unit from 2014

Renault and Scuderia Toro Rosso announced a long-term partnership that will see Renault Sport F1 supply Scuderia Toro Rosso with its power unit (turbocharged V6 engine and energy recovery systems) from 2014 onwards.

The partnership builds on the existing relationship

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Hyundai launches 7th nationwide 'Always Around' campaign

With the novel idea of 'Always There, Because We Care', Hyundai Motor India Ltd, the country's largest passenger car exporter and the second largest car manufacturer, is back again with its nationwide service initiative - 'Always Around' campaign in a mega avatar for

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GM pours first concrete for second Global Data Center

General Motors poured the first concrete on a $100-million companion to its new Enterprise Data Center in Warren, Mich. The two replace a network of 23 data centers operated by GM and three information technology suppliers around the world.

Like the Warren

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Ford honors top suppliers around the globe for excellence in 2012

Ford Motor Company hosted its 15th annual World Excellence Awards (WEA) ceremony to celebrate 47 of its top-performing global suppliers in 2012.

Tony Brown, Group Vice-President, Global Purchasing, thanked the suppliers for their contribution to delivering

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Yamaha India launches its second scooter Ray Z @ Rs. 48,555

Yamaha Motor India Sales Pvt. Ltd. announced the launch of its second scooter Ray Z in Goa. This model is developed to target young male users in the age group of 16-22 years with its concept of 'Aggressive Sporty Design'. It keeps the same basic performance of the

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Audi India opens first-ever Audi showroom in Orissa

Audi inaugurated its first world-class showroom in Bhubaneswar, Orissa. The entire Audi India model range will be available for sale in this new showroom. This world-class showroom was inaugurated by Michael Perschke, Head, Audi India, Devjyoti Patnaik,

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Hindustan Motors all set to launch BS IV-compliant diesel Ambassador

C.K. Birla Group's flagship company Hindustan Motors Ltd. (HM) is all set to launch a BS IV-compliant diesel-powered Ambassador.

Company officials displayed 1.5-litre BS IV diesel-driven Ambassadors in different configurations to office-bearers of Kolkata's

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Scion's 10-year anniversary marked with Scion 10 Series Music Release compilation

Scionis releasing a 10-track compilation to mark its 10-year anniversary featuring artists they've worked with in the past as well as a few new ones entitled, Scion 10 Series Music Release. From the legendary rock group Melvins, to Detroit techno luminary

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Renault Trucks-MKR Technology unveils at 2013 FIA European Truck Racing Championship

The new race truck for Renault Trucks-MKR Technology was unveiled at the first race of the 2013 FIA European Truck Racing Championship. Launched in Misano, Italy, the design is in line with new range which the manufacturer will reveal in Lyon on

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Al Jazirah Ford Racing team to rub shoulders with expert drifters in Europe

After achieving victory in local and regional most competitive drift championships in 2013, it's time for Al Jazirah Ford Racing (JFR) team to showcase their potential in the European drift championships. Considering the

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Lamborghini promotes the first Indian to compete in the Lamborghini Super Trofeo series

Lamborghini India continues to celebrate its parent company's 50th Anniversary by promoting and nurturing motorsport talent in India. Lamborghini has decided to support Amer Beg, who will be the first Indian to compete in the Lamborghini Super Trofeo - the fastest

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Volvo Cars appoints Alain Visser as new Senior Vice-President Marketing, Sales and Customer Service

Doug Speck, Senior Vice-President Marketing Sales & Customer Service, has elected to leave Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) to pursue a new career opportunity in the United States. Following this decision, Alain Visser has been appointed to succeed Doug Speck and will become

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Alfa Romeo launches 'special series' Giulietta Collezione

Alfa Romeo has introduced a special series Collezione range to its Giulietta line-up. The Alfa Giulietta Collezione features a distinctive contrast roof as standard - unique in the class - together with premium body styling, elegant interior touches, dynamic powerplants and

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Volvo Cars creates new joint function for purchasing and manufacturing

Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) will establish a new global purchasing and manufacturing function in order to reduce complexity and costs. The new organisation will also create more distinct governance, quality assurance and cost control throughout the entire

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Mazda and Mazda Foundation together donate $50,000 to American Red Cross for Oklahoma relief efforts

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announced a $25,000 contribution to the American Red Cross to support relief efforts for victims of the recent Moore, Okla., tornado disaster. Additionally, The Mazda Foundation (USA), Inc., Board of Trustees approved

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Rapido Sport Ducati postpones TT plans until 2014

Rider Lee Johnston, who suffered a broken leg during the Superstock 1000 race at Thruxton earlier this year, has been forced to postpone his plans of riding the 1199R Panigale Superstock and Superbike machines at both the North West 200 and Isle of Man TT.

During the

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Toyota donates $250,000 to Oklahoma tornado relief efforts

Toyota announced a $250,000 donation to support relief and rebuilding efforts for victims of the tornado that hit Moore, Oklahoma and the greater Oklahoma City area. Funds will be allocated to immediate response and for mid-to-long term needs in the areas

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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Bangkok wins regional award for Young Emerging Dealership of the Year

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Bangkok, one of the brand's newest dealerships in Asia Pacific, was honoured recently at the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Regional Dealer Conference held in Hong Kong.

The dealership, owned by Millionaire Auto Sales and Services (Thailand) Company

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Volkswagen Group of America supports Oklahoma Tornado relief efforts

The Volkswagen of America Foundation, which was created by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.,  announced today that it will make an immediate donation of $250,000 to the American Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity to assist with the disaster relief efforts

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Volvo Cars partner of 2013 Fortune Global Forum in Chengdu

Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) will be an official partner of the 2013 Fortune Global Forum, to be held in Chengdu, China from June 6-8. As part of the partnership agreement, Volvo Cars will provide a fleet of Volvo S80L cars to the organisation that will be used as courtesy cars for

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Get ready for the fastest ever Lotus convertible

This summer the critically acclaimed Lotus Exige S loses its roof and gains a new character. As capable as its coupe counterpart, the Exige S Roadster retains all the intent of a race-bred sports car but also possesses the poise of a sleek convertible.

Sitting

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GM China Advanced Technical Center receives LEED Silver Certification

The GM China Advanced Technical Center (ATC) in Shanghai has been awarded Silver Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

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Ford and its dealers pledge $400,000 for Oklahoma Tornado Relief; Ford Transit Connect donated

As Oklahoma residents struggle to rebuild their lives after devastating tornadoes, Ford Motor Company and its dealers are donating $400,000 to assist with relief efforts. Ford Motor Company also is donating a Ford Transit Connect van to the American Red Cross for relief

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Toyota Financial Services awards new Toyota to Boys & Girls Clubs of America's National Youth of the Year winner

Toyota Financial Services (TFS), as part of its Making Life Easier for YOUth initiative, recently awarded a new Corolla to the 2012-13 Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BCGA) National Youth of the Year winner Trei Dudley. Dudley was joined by Club teens from Boys & Girls

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Renault has announced an industrial investment of €420-million for Georges Besse plant in Douai

Plant performance is key to the success of the Renault group's strategic plan. As part of this plant, Renault is upgrading its industrial base and has announced an investment of €420-million for the Douai plant. The objective is to build five bodies on a single

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Ford increases North American capacity by 200,000 units and reduces summer shutdown to meet surging demand

Ford Motor Company will add an additional 200,000 units of annual straight-time capacity this year. In addition, Ford will produce an extra 40,000 units by idling select plants for only one week during what has been the traditional two-week summer shutdown.

"To meet

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GM Foundation and Chevrolet donate to 'Help 4 Oklahoma'

The General Motors Foundation is pledging $50,000, and Chevrolet is donating a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado full-size pickup to Forgotten Harvest to assist with the organisation's 'Help 4 Oklahoma' campaign to get supplies to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and help

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General Motors invests $44.5-million in Lansing Grand River Plant

General Motors announced a $44.5-million investment to build a Logistics Optimisation Center at its Lansing Grand River Assembly plant, creating 200 new jobs.

The investment will be used to build a 400,000 sq ft building adjacent to the plant to sequence and assemble parts to

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Mercedes-Benz Financial Services announces partnership with Leasedrive

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services has announced that it is to partner with Leasedrive for its fleet finance operations.

Leasedrive will provide support to Mercedes-Benz Financial Services, allowing it to respond with even greater efficiency to the requirements of fleet

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95 year-old 1918 LaFrance Open Speedster speeds to surrey auction

It would be frowned on as a fuel-guzzling, eco-ignorant behemoth if manufactured today but, as the Roaring Twenties approached, what better way could there have been to celebrate and impress the neighbours than in a mighty 14.5-litre, 1918 LaFrance Open

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Renault unveils limited edition Megane Renaultsport Red Bull Racing RB8

For the second year in a row, Megane R.S. will be available in the colours of Red Bull Racing. In true Renault Sport style, this attractive limited edition version packs advanced technology.

An exclusive look, the result of combined input from the Renault and Red Bull Racing

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New Subaru Forester outperforms all others in new frontal crash test by IIHS

The new Subaru Forester has become the first vehicle to score top marks in a severe new frontal crash test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the USA and the only small SUV to achieve the highest ('good') rating.

In contrast to the Forester,

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McLaren Automotive returns to Salon Prive as part of 50-years anniversary celebrations

Salon Prive is delighted to confirm McLaren Automotive will be returning this September as part the marque's 50-years anniversary celebrations.

This is the second year McLaren Automotive has featured on the Super Car Lawn at Salon Prive, with the 12C and 12C Spider sure

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Hyundai Motor commences the 'Trophy Tour' for ICC Champions Trophy 2013

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), the official partner for International Cricket Council (ICC) hosted an exclusive preview of the ICC Champions Trophy 2013 in Delhi at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj. The Trophy Tour will commence from New Delhi and will be followed

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Navistar appoints Bill Kozek as President of North America Truck and Parts business

Navistar International Corporation announced that it has appointed Bill Kozek as President of the company's North America Truck and Parts business. He succeeds Jack Allen, who was promoted to Chief Operating Officer last month.

Kozek, 50, joins Navistar following

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Tata Motors launches the all-new Tata Vista D90 @ NPR 26.95 lakh in Nepal

Tata Motors has launched its premium hatchback in Nepal, the all new Tata Vista D90, an advanced & dynamic car, delivering 90 ps of raw power, offering first-in-class high-tech features. Powered by a specially tuned Quadrajet diesel engine, with Variable Geometry

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BMW UK announces sales network for revolutionary i brand

BMW UK revealed its network of dealers that will supply and support BMW i, the company's revolutionary new sub-brand featuring electric drive systems and premium mobility services.

From launch, 46 sales agents across the

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Falken announces new year-round tyre for all weather conditions

Falken's new all-year-round tyre offers improved traction on dry, wet and even snowy roads without compromising on comfort. The Euroall Season AS200 also features significantly reduced tyre rolling noise and shorter braking distances. The tyre will be available

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Ford Fusion Energi earns top vehicle safety rating from NHTSA

The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi has earned the highest possible 'five-star' Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The five-star rating is the US government's highest-possible safety rating and is determined only after

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BMW Performance Driving School sets Guinness World Drift Record with BMW M5

The legendary BMW M5 sedan shattered the Guinness World Record for longest sustained drift at the BMW Performance Center near Greenville, South Carolina with BMW Performance Center Instructor Johan Schwartz behind the wheel. The record-breaking

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Bangkok named candidate city to host FIA Formula E Championship

Thailand's capital Bangkok joined the list of candidate cities bidding to host the new FIA Formula E Championship. The announcement came during a special event held to demonstrate the innovation of racing technology in Thailand, attended by the Pol. Maj. Gen

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Mitsubishi Motors to enter a pair of all-new MiEV Evolution II all-electric racecars in 2013 PPIHC

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will compete in the 2013 edition of the world-famous Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) to be held on June 30, 2013 with a pair of all-new MiEV Evolution II all-electric four-wheel drive (4WD) prototype racecars.

With the upgraded all-new

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Craigs Honda opens its doors for business

Craigs Honda in Leeds, the latest addition to Honda (UK)'s motorcycle dealer network, has now opened its doors for business and is already proving a success in the local area.

Located on Otley Road in Shipley, the modern premises offers a comprehensive sales

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Toledo Assembly Complex marks production of one-millionth Jeep Wrangler JK

The Jeep Wrangler is one of the most iconic vehicles in the world and the one-millionth JK model rolled-off the assembly line at Chrysler Group's Toledo (Ohio) Assembly Complex. Chrysler executives, plant employees, UAW representatives

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