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We have just received some new images of the 2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder, which will make its debut at the 2009 LA Auto Show next month. We’ll be in LA live covering the show, so make sure you join us on Dec. 2 to see some live photos.
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GM announced today that it will show the U.S. production version of the Chevrolet Cruze sedan at the 2009 LA Auto Show on Dec. 2. The Cruze will be joined by the Chevrolet Volt, Camaro, Equinox and other hot-selling Chevys.
The Chevrolet Cruze has already been launched in Europe and Asia and will hit U.S. roads [...]

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According to Chattanoogan.com, Volkswagen has received 65,000 applications for about 2,000 positions for its new plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Volkswagen of America accepted applications for about three weeks.
Volkswagen plans to kick off production of a new mid-size sedan at Chattanooga in 2011. The automaker has yet to decided on the official name of the sedan, which will [...]

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The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee was spotted driving around in Michigan roads looking rather nice in a matte-black paint job with black wheels. We’re guessing this is just a prototype of the next-generation Grand Cherokee making rounds at local dealerships.
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Refresher: The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will [...]

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Among the 13,000 entries received from consumers for the Chevrolet Volt’s paint color name contest, GM has chosen three finalists. The three finalists include:

EV-ergreen: by Devin McQuarrie, 30, of San Jose, CA
Viridian Joule: by Dave Thomas, 40, of Sanford, FL
environMINT:  by Matthew Valbuena, 30, of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

You can vote for your favorite name [...]

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Starting today, Europeans will be able to order the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG for a starting price of 177,310 euros ($265,513 USD). Deliveries of the new high-performance Benz coupe will begin in Spring 2010.
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Refresher: Power comes from a 6.2L V8 making 563-hp with a maximum torque of 479 lb-ft [...]

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When the 2011 Buick Regal goes on sale in the second-quarter of 2010, it will be offered with a 2.4L inline 4-cylinder engine making 182-hp and a maximum torque of 172 lb-ft. A turbocharged variant making 220-hp will join the lineup later next year.
However, for those of you looking for more power from the new [...]

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The launch of the next-generation BMW X3 SUV has been delayed to encourage buyers to custom order the crossover according to their specifications. According to the CEO of BMW North America, Jim O’Donnell, the move will allow BMW to offer up to four engine choices at launch, making a lower-priced version available from the beginning. [...]

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Here is some more Buick Regal news for you guys. According to Wards Auto, General Motors is planning a mild-hybrid version of the Regal sedan for launch in the later part of 2010. The model will be the first GM vehicle to make use of the company’s second-generation hybrid drivetrain. The hybrid Buick Regal sedan will [...]

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The Buick Regal, once known for great performance, is going to be reintroduced next year with the intent of re-establishing Buick as a volatile performance car manufacturer.
The 2011 Regal, which is essentially a rebadged five-passenger Opel Insignia sedan, gets Buick’s distinct grille and a few minor interior and exterior differences is all the really distinguishes [...]

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