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GM Daewoo says mini cars to hit European market
It will export 20,000 units to Europe by the end of the year. -AFP
New Google service finds fastest travel routes
Singapore is the first country in the world to provide both public transit and traffic information on Google Maps.
Ferrari sales turn around in some markets
Ferrari sales are positive despite the global economic slump over a year ago.
More than 40 Ferrari orders for Ital Auto
Orders are split 70:30 between the 458 and the front-engined California.
Singapore seen as ideal for electric vehicles
Its small land area is easy to blanket with charging stations: Cleantech Agency.
Hyundai joins rush for Indian small cars
Hyundai aims to invest around $240 million into developing a new small car in India.
Obama says 'not going to meddle in GM's decisions'
The government has specifically said that they are not in the business of running a car company.
Pump prices up
Caltex has increased prices by four cents for all grades of petrol and diesel.
GM must pay debt, make money before IPO
An initial public offering could come as soon as the fourth quarter of 2010.
Seen a car with exploding doors yet?
Mercedes-Benz's supercar will get them, according to this crash test video.
Small car COE premiums rise
Prices of small cars are expected to rise as well. -AsiaOne
GM to showcase US production version of Cruze in LA
The Chevy Cruze small car will achieve highway fuel economy ratings of up to 40 miles per gallon.
10,000 jobs could go in GM's European shake-up
The company must reduce its production across Europe by between 20 and 25 percent.
Toyota sales show first rise in 15 months
Global sales increased 5 per cent. -AFP
Ford Fusion named Motor Trend 2010 car of year
The Fusion was chosen best of 23 new or significantly upgraded vehicles.
Intel electric cars in the future?
Intel already sells microprocessors to wind turbine manufacturers.
3 Lamborghini Reventon Roadsters coming here
Only 15 of these extreme collector's units are available worldwide.
One-fourth of teen drivers text behind the wheel
The US Senate is considering legislation to crack down on "distracted driving." -AFP
Taiwan, China may develop electric cars together
Conference to be held in Taipei next week to explore areas of cooperation. -AFP
Fast lane: A sportier Volvo S60
Take a first look at Volvo's S60, Porsche's Boxster Spyder, Lamborghini's Reventon Roadster and BMW's Mini 50 Mayfair and Mini 50 Camden.
BAIC unveils electric car
BAIC joins domestic rivals to tap potential demand for clean energy cars. -Reuters
Eco-friendly, waterless car wash service
The service has attracted many customers who find it convenient besides being environmentally-friendly.
S'pore's Choo set for Super GT race debut
Melvin Choo will participate in the international-level Super GT race series in Japan. -myp
"Ban on used auto parts not practical"
The ban would result in a wastage of re-usable auto parts and an increase in insurance premiums. -NST
Lotus F1 team signs 1st driver
Italian Jarno Trulli, has been linked in media speculation to the new team. Rueters
Renault hopes to crack Indian market with cheap car
it doesn't want to be makers of very pretty cars people dream about but can't afford. -AFP
Motor racing: Button visits McLaren factory
Fuelling speculation he could be lining up a switch from Brawn to become Lewis Hamilton's team mate next season. -Reuters
Danger stretch along Upper Thomson
Cars parked along walkway force pedestrians onto road. One died last week.
Citroen targets growth in Asean region
S'pore showroom first in region to reflect carmaker's new brand identity.
VW says October sales gained 11.1 percent
The group's nine brands also sold a total of 5.32 million vehicles from January to end October.
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