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Jaguar recalls 2010 XF and XK models for a power steering fire risk

Jaguar and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have announced that the luxury automaker is recalling select 2010 XF and XK models for a power steering line failure that could cause loss of power steering and in the worst cases, this line problem could become a fire risk.

Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate medical car from the rear

This is the view that Formula 1 drivers don't want to see, the business end of the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate medical car, because it means something bad has happened and probably to him.

Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate medical car front seats

The front seats of the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate medical car are reserved for the driver and doctor. Two more medical personel ride in sport seats in the rear.

Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate profile

The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate in profile shows that it's not an ambulance but transport for first responders to give first aid to an injured Formula 1 driver or other person.

Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate at speed on the track

The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate medical car as it looks heading at high speed to a rescue on the track.

Mercees-Benz SLS AMG safety car rear view

This is the view that Formula 1 drivers will see of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG safety car when they follow it around the track.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Formula 1 safety car interior

The driver of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Formula 1 safety car has an office mostly the same as any other Mercedes SLS AMG. Only communication and monitoring equipment are were needed.

Ford Racing 2011 Mustang GT sets production car world record

Behind the wheel of a 2011 Ford Mustang GT modified with only (dealership available) Ford Racing parts, NASCAR driver David Ragan has set the production car world record at Bristol Motor Speedway as part of the World’s Fastest Half-Mile Speed Trials.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, C63 AMG Estate are 2011 F1 safety and medical service cars

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and the new Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate have been chosen to perform safety and first medical service at Formula 1 races for the 2011 season.

Toyota and Honda extend shutdowns due to part shortages

Mazda, Mitsubishi and Suzuki have re-opened plants in Japan as the country and deals with nuclear disaster risks and regular aftershocks but automotive giants Toyota and Honda have announced that their plants will remain closed until at least this weekend.