Infiniti Centre of St Albans opens the doors

The UK's latest state-of-the-art Infiniti Centre in St Albans has been declared open by the city's mayor.

The Rt Worshipful Councillor Annie Brewster performed the honours at a glamorous event held at the Lyon Way outlet.

Councillor Brewster also spent time viewing

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Vauxhall becomes official Liverpool FC Automotive Partner

Vauxhall Motors will add to its UK football sponsorship portfolio by becoming the Official Automotive Partner of Liverpool Football Club.  The deal will run through to the end of the 2015-16 season and kicks-off at home to Arsenal on February 8, 2014.

"Vauxhall Motors

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David Slatcher joins Isuzu Truck as Network Business Manager

Leading commercial vehicle manufacturer Isuzu Truck (UK) Ltd has announced that industry professional David Slatcher has joined the Hatfield company in the position of Network Business Manager. David has the responsibility for helping to develop

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Suzuki announce the return of limited RMX450Z @ £5,995

Suzuki has announced the return of the RMX450Z to its off-road range for 2014, but the multiple-championship winning enduro machine will only be available in limited numbers.

The RMX450Z, which won the 2010 British E2 Championship and GBXC Championship in its

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Jim DeLuca to lead GM Global Manufacturing

Jim DeLuca will become Executive Vice-President of General Motors Global Manufacturing on February 1, 2014 succeeding Tim Lee, who is retiring April 1, 2014 after a nearly 45-year career that included key positions in manufacturing, manufacturing engineering

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Audi names driver teams for the 2014 DTM season

In 101 days, the new DTM season will start at the Hockenheimring and the Audi driver teams have now been confirmed - Mike Rockenfeller will be running in the Audi RS 5 DTM as the title defender and, in Timo Scheider, receiving a new team-mate. All three Audi teams were

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Daniel Juncadella joins Sahara Force India as a reserve driver

Sahara Force India welcome a new face to the team with Spain's Daniel Juncadella joining as a reserve driver for the 2014 season.

The 22-year-old will attend all races with the team and take part in several practice sessions to gain valuable track time and experience behind

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Ducati UK announce Roadshow dates for 2014

The Ducati Roadshow will again be travelling the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland this summer, bringing an extensive demonstrator fleet to 18 locations.

The Ducati event truck and demonstrator fleet have proved popular attractions over the last few years and

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ABS makes its debut in the 3-cylinder MV Agusta MY14 range

The 2014 3-cylinder models, the Brutale 675 and 800, the F3 675 and 800 and the Rivale 800 are now also available with dual-function ABS - Normal and Race Mode.

With an internal pressure sensor and independent wheel sensors on each axle, the Bosch 9MP

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McLaren Automotive expands sales network with McLaren Bangkok

McLaren Automotive continues to grow and strengthen the global retailer network with the appointment of the latest retail partner in Thailand. McLaren Bangkok is the eighth location in Asia for the British high performance sports car brand, and marks the 30th market

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Scania adds 13-litre bio-diesel engines to its Euro 6 range

Scania is introducing two Euro 6-certified, 13-litre truck engines that can run on any diesel blend, right up to 100 per cent bio-diesel (EN 14214). The versions certified for biodiesel operation are the modular, six-cylinder, 13-litre 450 and 490 hp engines.

Scania

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Nissan names Kunio Nakaguro as Head of North American Research & Development

Nissan named Kunio Nakaguro Senior Vice-President, Research & Development (R&D), Nissan North America, effective February 1, 2014. Nakaguro is currently Corporate Vice-President, Research Center, Nissan Motor Co., and will retain those responsibilities

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Vitaly Petrov tests DTM Mercedes AMG C-Coupe in Portimao, Portugal

Former Formula 1 driver Vitaly Petrov (29, Russia) gets his first DTM test in a DTM Mercedes AMG C-Coupe at the Portimao race track. The session takes place precisely 100 days ahead of the opening race of the 2014 DTM season at Hockenheim on May 4, 2014.

The 29-year-

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Sirish Vissa takes over as the new Head of Volkswagen Motorsport India

Volkswagen Group India announced the appointment of Sirish Vissa as the new Head of Volkswagen Motorsport India. In his new role, Sirish will provide strategic direction and guidance as the Motorsport division rapidly strengthens its exploits in touring car one-make

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GM Foundation donates US$ 1-million to Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture

The General Motors Foundation will become a founding donor of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture through a US$ 1-million grant.GM Foundation President Vivian Pickard presented the gift to the Museum Founding Director

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Tata Motors brings truck racing to India, launches T1 Prima Truck Racing Championship

Tata Motors announced the launch of the T1 Prima Truck Racing Championship to bring truck racing to India for the first time. The first ever truck racing championship in India, has been inscribed on the calendars of FIA (Federation Internationale de l'Automobile) and

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Owsianski takes over as Executive Director of Skoda Marketing and Sales in China

Thomas Owsianski (46) takes over as Executive Director of Skoda Marketing and Sales Business at Shanghai Volkswagen, with effect from February 1, 2014. His responsibilities are to include the Skoda brand's marketing, sales and aftersales activities in China.

Thomas

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Sir Chris Hoy and Richard Whitehead MBE announced as Nissan ambassadors for Team GB & Paralympics GB partnership

Nissan, the Official Automotive Partner of Team GB and Paralympics GB, has announced the signing of Olympic and Paralympic legends Sir Chris Hoy and Richard Whitehead MBE who will help mentor a new generation of British athletes on the road to Rio.

Hoy and

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Audi R8 V10 announced as Official Safety Car for 2014 Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona

For the second year in a row, the Audi R8 V10 will lead the field of cars at the 2014 Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona.

"We are excited to be the Official Safety Car of the new TUDOR United SportsCar Championship series for the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona," said Scott Keogh, President,

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Jamie Caroline joins TCR for 2014 Ginetta Junior Championship

Total Control Racing has confirmed its second driver signing for the team's maiden season in the Ginetta Junior Championship with British KF3 Open Karting Champion Jamie Caroline joining fellow car racing rookie Matt Chapman at the Wednesbury squad.

Caroline, who along

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Ford teams up with MIT and Stanford to advance automated driving research

Building on the automated Ford Fusion Hybrid research vehicle unveiled last month, Ford is announcing new projects with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Stanford University to research and develop solutions to some of the technical

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MRIU's F1 Car 'MRV3' to compete at Shell Eco Marathon 2014 in Philippines

Students from the Faculty of Engineering & Technology (FET) of Manav Rachna International University (MRIU) have invented a Formula 1 Racing Car - MRV3, a first-of-its-kind eco-firendly vehicle with a mileage of 123 km/litre. The urban diesel car will compete

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PMMC and Kia Motors kick-off new philanthropic partnership

Pacific Marine Mammal Center announced Kia Motors America (KMA) as a new partner of the non-profit organization, dedicated to animal welfare and ocean education. KMA pledged to support the center's efforts and environmental messaging in a multitude of ways,

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Polaris launches 'Indian Motorcycle' brand in India; 2014 Indian Chief range starts @ Rs. 26.5 lakh

Polaris India Pvt. Ltd. launched the iconic Indian Motorcycle brand in India. This move also marks Polaris's foray into the motorcycle segment in India. Polaris India has brought in the entire Indian Motorcycle's Chief range - Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chief Vintage and Indian

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Tesla expands supercharger network in Europe

Tesla officially opens new supercharger locations connecting the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. These newly-energized routes will enable Model S customers to enjoy free, convenient, 100 per cent electric trips on the German

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Falken Tyre Europe announces the winner of Volkswagen up! competition

Tyre distributor Micheldever, in partnership with Falken Tyre Europe, have announced the result of their nationwide competition to win a Volkswagen up!. Thomas Clarke from the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, is the lucky winner to drive into 2014 in the brand new car.

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Sahara Force India reveals first impression of VJM07

Sahara Force India revealed its dynamic new look, offering a first impression of how the VJM07 will look when it is officially presented at Jerez test session.

The new livery brings a fresh trackside image for the team with the introduction of black alongside the traditional

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2014 Chevrolet Malibu receives 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score

The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu mid-size sedan has received the highest possible 5-star Overall Vehicle Score for safety as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's New Car Assessment Program.

"Safety is an increasingly important consideration

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Mercedes-Benz UK launches C-class AMG Sport Edition @ £30,170

Mercedes-Benz UK has announced a range of C-class enhancements, including a new model line, new option packages and simplified product offer, representing exceptional price and value.

The new AMG Sport Edition replaces the AMG Sport and AMG

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Caterham unveils new group rebrand

Caterham unveils its fresh new branding, designed to spearhead the Caterham Group's continuing international expansion and diversification into new sectors.

The new corporate identity features a bold new selection of green tones and a coloured Union

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Cook confirmed alongside Clio newcomer Milner at 20Ten Racing

Derbyshire-based Renault UK Clio Cup team 20Ten Racing has confirmed that race winner Josh Cook (Bristol) will join the squad for the 2014 season - the first featuring the new turbo-powered racing Clio - alongside category newcomer Craig Milner (Matlock).

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Graduates from top UK universities compete for internship at Ferrari in Maranello

Engineering and Business graduates from seven of the top UK universities have been selected to compete for a six-month internship and subsequent contract at the fabled home of Ferrari in Maranello. The programme received over 5,300 applications from graduates from 23

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Porsche India opens doors of its new showroom in Gurgaon

Porsche has inaugurated a new showroom in Gurgaon. Located on the upmarket Golf Course Road, the new establishment is set to provide its customers with an unparalleled experience through this state-of-the-art facility. Built in line with the Stuttgart-based

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Alessandro Zanardi returns to the cockpit with BMW Motorsport

Alessandro Zanardi (IT) will be back in the cockpit on a regular basis in 2014, and will once again do battle for BMW Motorsport out on the racetrack. Zanardi will race in the Blancpain GT Sprint Series behind the wheel of a BMW Z4 GT3, which has been specially modified

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Maserati appoints Marshall Motor Group as new official dealer for Cambridgeshire

Maserati has appointed Marshall Motor Group to operate its latest new dealership covering the Cambridgeshire territory.

This new agreement will see Marshall Maserati opening a brand new dealership to the very latest specification at their established site in

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Tata Motors launches the Vista VX Tech @ Rs. 5.99 lakh

Tata Motors launched the new Vista VX Tech, delivering 75 ps of raw power, offering first-in-class high-tech features. Designed and developed for the smart, trendy, tech savvy and thrill seeking customers, the Vista VX Tech comes loaded with advanced technological features

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Paul Di Resta returns to DTM for 2014 season with Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz will field two former DTM champions in the new 2014 DTM season. In addition to 2005 DTM champion, Gary Paffett (32, England, Euronics Mercedes AMG C-Coupe), 2010 DTM champion Paul Di Resta (27, Scotland) will also drive a DTM Mercedes AMG C-Coupe

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Mazda to donate more than US$ 2.75-million to charity

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) is donating US$ 2,751,700 to select charities as a result of its Mazda Drive for Good event. In addition to the monetary donation, Mazda employees and dealers across the nation also will donate a total of 56,435 charitable

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Fiat Panda 4x4 Antartica limited edition takes centre stage in the Torino-Sochi project

'Panda to Sochi' officially set off from Mirafiori Motor Village in Turin. Taking centre stage in this project is the Panda 4x4 Antartica, the Limited Edition model that celebrates the 30th anniversary of this top-selling 4x4 model, with more than 500,000 cars sold.

The 'Panda to

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Ford appoints Charlotte Ward as the new Chief Product Press Officer

Ford has appointed Charlotte Ward as Chief Product Press Officer with key responsibility for Ford's industry-leading small cars, including the UK's most popular car, the Fiesta and the new EcoSport compact SUV.

Charlotte, who joins Public Affairs from Ford's Product

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Tata Motors launches 'Revotron' - all-new family of next-generation petrol engines

Tata Motors announced the launch of the Revotron series, the next-generation petrol engine family that will power its future models in the passenger vehicle market. The company unveiled the first petrol engine from its Revotron series - the turbocharged intercooled

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An all-new luxury British sports car brand set for launch in 2014

An all-new, British luxury automotive brand is to be launched in April 2014, promising to refresh the classic British sports car, for the 21st Century. Successful British businessman and car enthusiast, David Brown, has created a brand in his own name - David Brown Automotive -

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4th International Vintage Car Rally & Auto Show from February 1, 2014

21 Gun salute Vintage car & Auto Show is set apart by its breath of scope and expanse of vision. As indicated by the name '21 Gun Slate', this event is not just about cars, it is a rare salute to the spirit of Indian Royalty.

Starting at the Red Fort, New Delhi a procession

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Hyundai Motor announces long-term partnership with Tate

Hyundai Motor Company announced an 11-year partnership (2014-2025) with Tate, one of the world's top art institutions based in the UK. Through this partnership - Hyundai Motor's first with a globally-acclaimed art organisation - the company's support will realise the 'Hyundai

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Avis India offers 20 per cent discount to SBI Card holders

Avis India has tied up with SBI Card to give a flat 20 per cent discount to customers using a SBI Card for bookings with Avis India. This exclusive offer will be available till March 2014 for all the customers of Avis India who have a SBI Card, across all Avis locations

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Jaguar announces new sponsorship deal with Team Sky

Following victories with Sir Bradley Wiggins and Chris Froome in the 2012 and 2013 Tour de France, Jaguar announces a new sponsorship agreement with the world's leading cycling team.

Jaguar has supplied technical support vehicles to Team Sky since its inception

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Joan 'Nani' Roma wins the 2014 Dakar Rally; three Mini ALL4 Racing cars on the podium

He has done it! Joan 'Nani' Roma (ES) in the yellow Mini ALL4 Racing has won the 2014 Dakar Rally. The Monster Energy X-raid Team driver finished the toughest rally challenge in the world just 5:32 minutes in front of his teammate Stephane Peterhansel (FR) in

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McLaren GT confirms Kevin Estre as factory driver for 2014 season

Ahead of the 2014 season, McLaren GT has confirmed the addition of French driver Kevin Estre to its factory driver line-up for this year. The announcement follows Estre's impressive performances throughout the 2013 season, which concluded with a podium finish

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Mercedes-Benz becomes first automotive brand to enters the premium travel business

As the first automotive brand Mercedes-Benz is entering the international market for premium travel services. The Stuttgart automaker presented its new 'Mercedes-Benz Travel' brand in Shanghai. The first market for this new business concept

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Nico Muller to compete for Audi in the 2014 DTM; Filipe to compete in Le Mans 24 Hours

A new face in Audi's driver line-up for the 2014 DTM season - Nico Muller will be making his debut in the most popular international touring car series under the symbol of the four rings. The 21-year-old Swiss is taking the place of Filipe Albuquerque, who is switching to Audi's

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