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The 2012 Ford Focus ST hits roads around the world

The new high performance 2012 Ford Focus ST will be the first global performance application of Ford’s new EcoBoost technology and as a sign that the full launch of this new hot hatch is just around the corner; Ford has deployed a fleet of 60 “test mules” to major markets around the world for the final phase of pre-release testing.
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By: Patrick Rall

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Future Ferrari 599 successor to hinge on the FF

Ferrari's original plans were to give the 599 GTB a makeover at the middle of its lifespan, but according to a recent report, Ferrari will introduce an all new model to succeed the Fiorano, that will use some of the new FF’s underpinnings as technical basis.
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By: Adrian Dorofte

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OnStar FMV makes Best Buy (NYSE: BBY) its first retail partner

With OnStar FMV Vehicle Selector launching on OnStar.com and Facebook, interest in the retail mirror surges. So, the product is aligning first with Best Buy for retail installation Summer 2011. [Update: Best Buy (NYSE: BBY) stock is still trading below its 200 day moving average and opened a bit higher Wednesday at 30.44]
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By: Frank Sherosky

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The first U.S. pipeline-fed Shell Hydrogen fueling station opens

Shell Hydrogen joined with Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. in the grand opening of the very first hydrogen fueling station fed directly by an industrial pipeline. A product of collaboration between Toyota, Air Products, Shell, South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and the Department of Energy (DOE), the facility will provide hydrogen fuel for vehicles in the fuel cell demonstration program for Toyota and other manufacturers.
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By: Don Bain

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Mazda and Subaru planning to phase out models in the U.S.

Given the fact they failed to meet sales targets, two major Japanese constructors present in the USA, Mazda and Subaru, are reported to have already planned the discontinuation of the 6 and Tribeca range of models, respectively.
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Chrysler 300 gets new grilles and wheels courtesy of Mopar

The guys from Mopar came to the conclusion that the standard radiator grille mounted on the recently launched Chrysler 300 MY2011 was not too fancy.
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By: Adrian Dorofte

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V6 engines account for 50% of Ford F150 models in April

The light truck market in the US is way down from where it was less than ten years ago – due in part to the high cost of fuel and the comparatively low fuel economy numbers – but Ford’s advancements in V6 engine technology have helped the popularity of these smaller, more efficient engines as 50% of F150s sold last month packed V6 power.
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Saab names new Chief Operating Officer for North America

Now that Saab has obtained funds through a new partnership with Chinese automaker Hawtai Motors, the company is able to make strategic moves to strengthen the brand around the world – beginning with yesterday’s announcement of the new Chief Operating Officer and President for the North American market.
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GM celebrates Creative Beginnings Month

Connecting art and design students with college and careers, General Motors is using Creative Beginnings Month in May to avail design-sponsored events to promising art and design students and educators.
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By: Frank Sherosky

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Volkswagen unleashes Golf GTI Edition 35

This year marks the 35th anniversary of the legendary GTI brand, launched back in 1976. To celebrate the event, Volkswagen will offer for sale an exclusive version of the current Golf GTI model, dubbed Edition 35.
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