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Opel Insignia OPC spotted near Detroit with Buick badges

A Detroit-based TorqueNews reader has sent in some interesting cell phone shots of what looks to be a new Buick Regal GS but it is sporting the rear badging of the Opel Insignia OPC – a more powerful version of the sporty sedan sold only overseas.
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WD-40/SEMA Cares 2011 Ford Mustang GT raises $200k

The WD-40/SEMA Cares 2011 Ford Mustang GT customized by a wide variety of aftermarket specialty companies made its grand debut at the 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas and late last month, the bright blue and yellow customized Mustang rolled off the stage at the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction after raising over $200,000 for children’s charities.
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When BMW says "mobility services" they're talking new technology

We told you yesterday about BMW’s new sub-brand and the new cars coming next year. The same think tank in Munich responsible for the new line is developing a wide array of new interactive automotive technology including touch screens galore and games that improve the fuel efficiency of your driving.
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ProCharger offers 475 horsepower in the 2011 Ford Mustang V6

While the ProCharger name has made a reputation for making big power in all sorts of vehicles, the Ford Mustang has long been a major part of the supercharger business and today, ProCharger announced their new 475 horsepower package for the 2011 Ford Mustang V6.
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Giuigiaro/Italdesign Volkswagen concept images leaked

Volkswagen Auto Group acquired automotive design guru Giorgetto Giuigiaro and his Italdesign studio in May 2010 and thanks to a set of leaked computer generated images, we have what appears to be our first look at the Giuigiaro-inspired Volkswagens possibly set to debut in Geneva next month.
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CheckMyRide.com the latest thing in social media

My brother tells a story of mountain driving, black ice and taking an old Saab airborne – he credits the car for saving his life unscathed. Thats the kind of story you post on CheckMyRide.com and then share on Facebook and Twitter.
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GMC Terrain uses active noise cancellation to improve gas mileage

Who knew there was a connection between noise and gas mileage? Obviously there is, because the GMC Terrain uses active-noise cancellation to help deliver a segment-leading EPA-rated 32 mpg in highway driving, as well as one of the most quiet interiors in its segment.
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Lamborghini issues a rolling chassis image of the Aventador LP700-4

The start of the 2011 Geneva Motor Show will offer the world a look at the newest Italian supercar when the Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 is officially unveiled and today, the Sant'Agata-based automaker has issued another look at the replacement for the Murciélago.
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Slow delivery of the 2011 Nissan Leaf could continue

The head to head battle between the 2011 Nissan Leaf and 2011 Chevrolet Volt has been a lopsided one due to the slow delivery of pre-ordered electric Nissans and according to a source from the Japanese automaker, that slow delivery could continue well into the year.
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Geneva Show will feature smart forspeed concept electric vehicle

A lot of the concept vehicles being presented at the Geneva Motor Show are just steps away from production but common sense indicates the smart forspeed electric vehicle may never get the green light.
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