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16 February 2009Cerberus scarred by exposure to car industry
Arguably, the timing of Cerberus's investments in cars, finance and, through GMAC's control of ResCap, home mortgages, could not have been worse. Nevertheless, whatever happens to these investments, Cerberus itself is likely to emerge scarred but still standing
read moreObama to sign rescue plan into law
US President Barack Obama will sign the $787bn (€616bn, £552bn) US fiscal stimulus into law at the start of a two-day visit to the country's south-western states to promote his economic recovery plans
read moreRenault lose ING sponsorship
Costcutting measures should secure Renault's future despite departure of title sponsor ING.
read moreSale of the century' for motorists as cars offered for half price amid recession
Motorists looking to buy a new car are being urged to take advantage of a "sale of the century" with many family models now being offered at half price.
read moreWheels On Film: Christine
As a scarefest this film can't help but feel like a bit of a missed opportunity.
read moreHigh-riding Saab has got X factor!
Rugged new 9-3X gets 4WD, raised suspension.
read moreGM and Chrysler hasten restructuring
The Detroit carmakers will unveil aggressive new restructuring targets as they seeks to convince US politicians they can survive the global industry's deepening downturn
read moreThis week's mag
Newsweek BABY MCLAREN EXCLUSIVEWe uncover Britain’s stunning Audi R8 rival5-SERIES HATCHBACKOfficial pictures of BMW’s stunning show starE-CLASS COUPEFirst official pictures of sleek MercedesCITROEN DS HITS THE ROADAmazing shots show newcomer out on testAUDI A4 ALLROADNew four-wheel-drive challenger is unveiledMINI JCW BLOWS ITS TOPStorming Convertible is ready for action Special report px FACING THE AXEThe cars that are set for the chop in 2009 First drivesFOCUS RS HITS THE ROADOn-board verdict of fastest-ever FordABARTH 500 ESSEESSEUltimate version of baby blasts offHONDA'S NEW HYBRID IN UKInsight rated, plus Britain’s cheapest estateLAGUNA COUPE V6Stylish Renault flagship has look of a winnerRoad tests FOCUS ZETEC S VS BRAVO SPORTFord’s hot diesel hatch tackles Fiat sizzlerMAZDA PRIZE SHOOT-OUTAuto Express MX-5 v RC.
read moreGM to axe Saturn brand
GM’s Saturn brand will probably be killed off by 2011 as part of the company’s restructuring, according to Bob Lutz, the troubled car maker's vice-chairman.
read moreGM to axe Saturn brand
GM’s Saturn brand will probably be killed off by 2011 as part of the company’s restructuring, according to Bob Lutz, the troubled car maker's vice-chairman.
read moreMerc E-Class Coupe revealed
This is the new Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe, the replacement for the CLK.
read moreMerc E-class Coupe revealed
This is the new Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe, the replacement for the CLK.
read moreCitroën C3 Picasso review
The latest Picasso small MPV has so much style space and storage that you might find yourself smitten even before you turn the key.
read moreChoose A Car with Honest John: a hatchback to replace two older vehicles
Honest John helps choose a small and spacious car that will assume the duties of a Ford Mondeo and a Nissan Micra.
read moreHonest John: warranty wrangle buying a classic car and rusty brakes rectification
The dealer you can trust delves into readers' queries concerning a warranty company refusing liability for a failed clutch the pros and cons of buying an old MG and whether or not skimming brake discs is necessary.
read moreRally Norway
French star Sebastien Loeb overcomes snowy conditions to take victory in Norway.
read moreRinspeed iChange
Swiss manufacturer creates maddest concept yet
read moreAuto Trader readers' top cool cars revealed
The Ford Ka is cooler than an SSC Ultimate Aero, and the Volvo C30 beats the Mini Convertible. But what?s the coolest car of all? Here?s what you picked...
read moreAngry Mini workers hurl fruit at union leaders after job cuts
Angry Mini workers pelted union leaders with fruit after 850 jobs were axed and all weekend shifts scrapped.
read moreAuto Trader readers' top cool cars revealed
The Ford Ka is cooler than an SSC Ultimate Aero, and the Volvo C30 beats the Mini Convertible. But what?s the coolest car of all? Here?s what you picked...
read moreAuto Trader readers' top cool cars revealed
The Ford Ka is cooler than an SSC Ultimate Aero, and the Volvo C30 beats the Mini Convertible. But what?s the coolest car of all? Here?s what you picked...
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read moreFirst drive: Jaguar XFR
What is it?The Jaguar XFR is the British company’s rival to the BMW M5 and the Mercedes E63 AMG.
read moreLamborghini halts production
Lamborghini is to respond to the weakening market for top-end sports cars by halting production for two weeks between February and March.
read moreLamborghini halts production
Lamborghini is to respond to the weakening market for top-end sports cars by halting production for two weeks between February and March.
read moreLessons in Scalextric
The popular slotracing game is ideal for teaching our children about engineering and science.
read moreTesla S saloon sneaks out
This is the first official image of the Tesla S, a new saloon from the electric car manufacturer that's due in 2011.
read moreTesla S saloon sneaks out
This is the first official image of the Tesla S, a new saloon from the electric car manufacturer that's due in 2011.
read moreBMW 5-Series GT spied
Best spy shots yet of BMW's upcoming flexible 5-Series!
read moreFiat 500 Cabrio - first official pictures
Fiat reveals first ever pictures of new 500C ahead of its Geneva debut next month.
read moreFiat 500 Cabrio revealed
These are the first official pictures of the new Fiat 500 Cabriolet, due to be unveiled at the Geneva motor show next month.
read moreFiat 500 Cabrio revealed
These are the first official pictures of the new Fiat 500 Cabriolet, due to be unveiled at the Geneva motor show next month.
read moreBMW slashes 850 Mini jobs
BMW is to cut nearly a thousand jobs at its Mini plant at Cowley, Oxford, the company announced this morning.
read moreBMW slashes 850 Mini jobs
BMW is to cut nearly a thousand jobs at its Mini plant at Cowley, Oxford, the company announced this morning.
read moreBMW to shed 850 jobs at Mini plant
German carmaker confirms that 850 jobs will be cut and operating times shortened at its Mini manufacturing plant at Cowley in Oxfordshire in response to the global recession
read moreBMW cuts 850 jobs at Mini car plant
Carmaker BMW has cut 850 jobs at its Mini car plant near Oxford and scrapped all weekend shifts.
read moreObama drops idea of 'car czar'
President Barack Obama has decided to form a government task force to oversee the restructuring of the struggling US auto industry instead of naming a ``car czar'' with sweeping powers
read moreFears over Porsche's strategy gear change
When Wendelin Wiedeking, Porsche's chief executive, opened the €100m ($128bn) company museum last month, some wondered if its daring construction might be a symbol...
read moreTemporary workers bear brunt of job shedding
Some of Japan's biggest companies have shocked the nation by announcing tens of thousands of job losses, but companies are going out of their way to protect their...
read moreJapan GDP data to show recession has deepened
Japan's economy slid deeper into recession in the final quarter of last year, with industrial activity hit hard by the sharp downturn in global trade and the collapse...
read moreDetroit puts faith in reviving used-car market
This weekend, car salesmen around the US have donned Abraham Lincoln wigs and beards in a bid to tempt reluctant buyers back into dealerships for Presidents' Day...
read moreDeadline looms for US carmakers
General Motors and Chrysler must by Tuesday submit to the US government restructuring plans that will justify the $17.6bn in emergency loans they...
read moreFunds ramp up Porsche case
Hedge funds have gained more ammunition for their legal complaints against Porsche after the German sports carmaker revealed it had made almost €400m (£361m)...
read moreFears over Porsche's strategy gear change
When Wendelin Wiedeking, Porsche's chief executive, opened the €100m ($128bn) company museum last month, some wondered if its daring construction might be a symbol...
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