Mercedes-Benz UK records best-ever October results as passenger car registrations hit an all-time high

Mercedes-Benz has achieved record-breaking registration performances across the board in October 2013, according to figures released by SMMT. Best-ever results were recorded in new car, new van, new truck and new Fuso Canter ranges, further reinforcing

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Caterham Group launches motorcycle division

Caterham Group has launched its first ever motorcycle division - Caterham Bikes - at the International Motorcycle Exhibition (EICMA) in Milan.

Three prototype products - the Brutus 750 (dubbed the 'SUV of motorcycles'), Classic E-Bike (an all-electric, bike with retro styling)

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Jaguar F-Type coupe to make its global debut at Los Angeles Auto Show

The Jaguar F-Type coupe - the most dynamically capable, performance-focused, production Jaguar ever – will make its global debut on November 19, 2013 the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show.

The all-aluminium F-Type coupe range will deliver in production form the uncompromised

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Land Rover supporting future female engineers with first Range Rover Evoque WISE Scholarship

The first winner has been announced of the Range Rover Evoque WISE Scholarship, a funding programme that is encouraging young women to change the face of British engineering. Harriet Vickers, 18, from Spalding in Lincolnshire, is the first beneficiary of the bursary,

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Kia Motors America and B.R.A.K.E.S. Teen Pro-Active Driving School join hands

To educate teenagers and their parents about the importance of responsible driving habits, Kia Motors America (KMA) and B.R.A.K.E.S. (Be Responsible And Keep Everyone Safe) Teen Pro-Active Driving School, recently added new cities to the 2013 training calendar. As

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Ford announces a serios of senior leadership team changes

Ford Motor Company announces a series of changes in its senior leadership team to continue delivering the company's One Ford plan for profitable growth.

J Mays, Group Vice-President and Chief Creative Officer, Design, is retiring after more than 33 years in the

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Jeep announces Rugby star Austin Healey as new ambassador

Rugby star and sports commentator Austin Healey has avoided the usual scrum for a new Jeep Grand Cherokee, after signing up as an official UK brand ambassador to the 4x4 manufacturer.

"You can see why Jeep has won so many awards, when they can produce

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Maserati is new main sponsor of the 31st Turin Film Festival

The partnership between Maserati and the world of cinema continues. The House of the Trident confirms its participation as official sponsor of the 31st Turin Film Festival taking place from November 22-30 2013, after the recent debut as main sponsor of the 70th Venice International

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October sales reveals Mitsubishi Motors in the UK is still the fastest growing car brand of 2013

In October, Mitsubishi Motors in the UK continued its impressive sales performance for 2013. The October registration figures from the SMMT revealed that Mitsubishi car sales are up by over 44.66 per cent year-to-date. This means that it is the fastest growing car

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2014 Volvo XC90 earns Top Safety Pick+ in IIHS crash tests

In a testament to Volvo's longtime commitment to passenger protection, the 2014 Volvo XC90 luxury SUV earned a Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the Institute's top safety award.

To earn Top Safety Pick+, a vehicle must pass a series

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Cadillac appoints Uwe Ellinghaus as new Chief Marketing Officer

Cadillac announced the addition of Uwe Ellinghaus in the new position of Chief Marketing Officer, Global Cadillac.

As Chief Marketing Officer, Ellinghaus will lead global strategic marketing and brand building. His appointment is effective January 1, 2014.

"The addition

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