Bentley Continental GT receives prestigious Motor Klassik Award 2012

Readers of the German Motor Klassik magazine have placed the new Bentley Continental GT at the top of the 'New Cars – Coupes' category as part of its 2012 awards. The prize presented to Rolf Frech, Member of the Board for Engineering Bentley Motors, at the

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Sleek new Volkswagen CC model hits UK roads

The first new Volkswagen CC models are hitting UK roads, allowing drivers to experience the car’s impressive blend of four-door practicality and sleek coupe-like styling. Prices for the car start at just £24,200 (RRP OTR) for the entry-level 1.8-litre TSI 160 ps, and rise to

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Boeing receives certification for 787 Dreamliner with GE Engines

Boeing (NYSE: BA) received an amended type certificate from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the 787-8 Dreamliner equipped with General Electric GEnx engines.

"This is a great day for our customers and for our team who worked tirelessly

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Sprinter is the Star both on- and off-road at VansA2Z Van of the Year awards

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has scooped two top awards at the VansA2Z Van of the Year celebration, which took place last week at Twickenham Rugby Stadium – Best Large Panel Van; an award shared jointly with the VW Crafter, which is built by

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Avon to supply tyres to Italian GT and Sportscar Championships

Avon Tyres, a brand manufactured by Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Europe Ltd., has been confirmed as official tyre supplier to the Italian GT and Italian Sportscar Championships for the 2012 and 2013 seasons.

The deal follows recent announcements that Avon

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Nitin Prasad appointed as new MD of Shell Lubricants India

Shell Lubricants announced the appointment of Nitin Prasad as the new Country Head - India, Shell Lubricants. Prasad will be replacing Donald Anderson, who served this position for the last 3 years. Under Prasad's leadership, Shell Lubricants will further its focus on growth,

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40 years of the 911 Carrera RS 2.7; Porsche at Techno Classica 2012

Porsche Classic will be exhibiting from 21-25 March, 2012 at the biggest Classic trade fair in the world in Essen, this time showcasing its comprehensive service offering on a stand with more than twice the area compared with last year. A particular highlight is the

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Volvo Car Corporation challenges EU's goals and tactics on cutting CO2 emissions

Volvo Car Corporation warns that EU targets for cutting carbon dioxide emissions are being jeopardised by the absence of harmonised incentives to consumers.

Another key issue is the urge for continuous support to automotive research and development, including

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Passion for the environment prevails as $500,000 in grants and scholarships awarded to teens

From Hawaii to New York, student teams were honored for their innovative environmental programs and rewarded with a total of $500,000 in scholarships and grants.

Two Grand Prize winners earned $30,000 each, and eight First Place

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Van of the Year for Ford Transit tops five awards for market leader from Vans A2Z

Ford commercial vehicles picked-up five trophies at the annual awards presented by independent website Vans A2Z. The four category wins were topped with Ford Transit being named overall Van of the Year 2012.

Vans A2Z is a free-to-use site providing a fully

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Falken plans key upgrades for its Porsche 997 GT3 R ahead of 2012 VLN and Nurburgring 24 Hours

Falken Motorsports’ Porsche 997 GT3 R race car is to receive a number of key updates ahead of its 2012 campaign. Factory sanctioned upgrades including a switch to paddle shift gearbox and softer front anti roll bar are being fitted together with an engine upgrade

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