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23/05/2013
| Prodrive wins vehicle enhancement module contract
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| Prodrive has extended the capability of its vehicle enhancement business, which can now design and supply bespoke trim and technology modules as well as providing whole-car up-fit programmes. The first customer for the new modules is calling on Prodrive's expertise to provide an ultra-luxury editio ... Read more
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22/05/2013
| Red Bull-inspired Megane Renaultsport model revealed
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| Building on its recent successes as a racing partnership, Red Bull and Renault have announced a new special edition version of the Megane mid-size offering. While the Mégane Renaultsport has been acclaimed by many as the benchmark hot hatch, for some it isn't quite exclusive enough. But Renault has ... Read more
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01/05/2013
| Extra performance for Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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| The SL-Class is now even more luxurious, thanks to enhanced standard equipment and key exterior appointments, mixing style with comfort and advanced engineering. Both the SL 350 and SL 500 now gain AMG Sport status, which includes additional standard equipment with a combined value of £6,625, includ ... Read more
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23/04/2013
| Volkswagen to be subjected to Apple influence in allliance
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| Two iconic products will be forming an alliance later this year: the iPhone from Apple and the Beetle from Volkswagen. As a result, the smartphone will interface with the Beetle and Beetle Cabriolet's vehicle functions via a specially developed app ('Volkswagen Car Net The Beetle') and a docking sta ... Read more
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10/04/2013
| Plug-in hybrid drive comes to the Porsche Panamera
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| The second generation of the Porsche Panamera is to be led by the world's first plug-in hybrid in the class. The innovative Panamera S E-Hybrid offers combined system power of 416bhp and extends further the breadth of sportiness and comfort that characterises the model line. Furthermore, an entirely ... Read more
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08/04/2013
| Enlightened thinking behind new lightweight strategy
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| Nissan is actively pursuing a lightweight engineering strategy for its future product portfolio, according to its corporate VP, global product strategy and product planning division, Keno Kato. "Lightweight engineering is really core of our future technology. We focus on body structure to make it li ... Read more
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27/03/2013
| New Range Rover Sport debuts in New York
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| The all-new Range Rover Sport was revealed to the world yesterday (26 March) on the streets of New York. Described as the "ultimate premium sports SUV" the Sport is the fastest, most agile and responsive Land Rover ever.
Developed alongside the all-new Range Rover, the new Sport now delivers the ... Read more
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18/02/2013
| Technologies added to boost safety on new Note
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| Nissan has announced that its new Note will feature many advanced technologies to keep drivers and passengers safe, and prevent accidents. The European-developed car sees the global B-segment debut of Nissan's Safety Shield – a package of technologies that would previously only have been available ... Read more
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13/02/2013
| Ford announces start of Fiesta ST production
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| Ford has started production at its assembly plant in Cologne, Germany, of the new Ford Fiesta ST – the first production Fiesta to record a 0-62mph acceleration time of under seven seconds. Developed by Ford Team RS, the new Fiesta ST for Europe is powered by a 1.6-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, whihc ... Read more
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25/01/2013
| Latest Fiat Panda set to head off-road
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| Fiat says it is aiming to carry over elements of the original car, launched nearly 30 years ago. The third generation Panda 4x4, claims to have the same fun character, versatility, style, functionality and use of space as its predecessors, but with the best of today's quality, comfort, technology a ... Read more
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