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• Chrysler Confirms It May Sell off Dodge Viper
  After eight months of relentless industry buzz about Chrysler's possible discontinuing of the Dodge Viper, the automaker on Wednesday confirms that it is exploring "strategic options" for the iconic car.
• 2010 Lincoln MKT Caught on the Roads of Death Valley
  Already announced for production, the upcoming 2010 Lincoln MKT is out testing in the heat of Death Valley, California.
• More Key Details Emerge About the Chevrolet Volt
  GM confirms its upcoming electric car will have iPod connectivity, USB audio ports and Bluetooth. But more tantalizing questions, such as the buzz about a September unveiling, remain fuzzy.
• Audi Motorsport Revs Up Race Version of R8 for the Common Man
  The German automaker says it's been "inundated with enquiries about a race version" of the R8 for customer use. It fires back with a GT3 version of the R8 that will be out next fall.
• 2008 Moscow Auto Show: Mazda Officially Unveils Kazamai Concept
  The wedge-shaped crossover was specifically developed for the growing Russian market and may hint at a future compact vehicle, such as the CX-5.
• MG Backpedals on Plans To Bring TF to U.S.
  Don't look for a triumphant return of the iconic British sports car to the States just yet. An executive tells Austin Rover Online that "the U.S.A. isn't on the short-term radar."
• Australia: Holden Barina Gets a New Look
  Small three- and five-door hatchback gets an update.
• Move Over, Nissan Cube: Daihatsu Introduces Move Conte Minicar in Japan
  Daihatsu says four passengers can comfortably ride in this kei car that has a wheelbase shorter than a Fiat 500's.
• 2008 SEMA Show Preview: Hurst/Hemi Challenger Set for Debut
  Production of this limited-edition Dodge Challenger is set for 2009. As you might expect, it comes with the mandatory "pistol grip" Hurst shifter.
• Tuner Special: Project Kahn Lotus Elise
  Lotus joins forces with the tuning house of A. Kahn to create an even sportier Elise.
• My Own Worst Enemy: Christian Slater, Chevy Camaro Star in New TV Show
  Chevy Camaro and Traverse star alongside Christian Slater in new NBC series.
• Police Fleet Managers in U.K. Get an Eyeful from Lexus Lineup
  Conference of cop-car buyers ogles a lineup of Lexus hybrid and gasoline vehicles in full police livery.

• 2008 Moscow Auto Show: Audi RS6
  World debut for the newest executive muscle car.
• 2008 Paris Auto Show Preview: BMW To Debut Four New Cars
  BMW will present an all-new 7 Series, plus an Active Hybrid version, along with 3 Series and X1 Concept.
• 2008 Moscow Auto Show: Lada C-Cross
  Russia's largest automaker rolls out a new crossover concept and a range of sporting hardware.
• 2008 Moscow Auto Show: Lada Student Concept
  Oddball design for a compact crossover exudes "confidence," says Russian parent AvtoVAZ.
• Middle East Investors Eyeing Hummer
  Hummer's Middle East director says two separate parties are expressing interest in buying the rugged off-roader brand.
• Protests and Tensions Mount at Tata Nano Factory
  Protesters demand that farmland at the factory site be returned to its original owners, threatening the future of the $2,500 Nano.
• Even Faster: New Fast & Furious Movie Trailer Released
  NBC Universal releases trailer for the latest Fast and Furious movie.
• BYD and Chery To Launch New Hybrids in China
  BYD F3DM and Chery A5 Hybrid will go on sale later this year in China's domestic market.
• Geely Joins China's Move to Mexico
  Automaker plans to spend $269 million on local assembly plant to supply both North and South American markets.
• Suzuki To Expand Exports From India
  Local affiliate Maruti will lead the new global push with its A-Star compact.

• Performance Tested: 2009 Cadillac CTS-V Runs 12.5-Second Quarter-Mile
  IL runs a full battery of tests on Cadillac's new performance sedan, including 0-60-mph and quarter-mile times, braking distances and slalom speed.
• Teased: 2010 Buick LaCrosse
  GM released an image of the 2010 LaCrosse ahead of its L.A. show debut in November.
• IIHS Gives GM Crossovers the Top Safety Pick Designation
  The Buick Enclave/Saturn Outlook/GMC Acadia/Chevrolet Traverse siblings get top marks in crash testing.
• BMW Announces Price Hikes on 2009 Models in U.S.
  The German automaker says prices will increase an average of 2.1 percent across its model range. Look for price hikes on everything from the 2009 BMW 128i coupe to the 2009 BMW M6 convertible.
• Tuner Special: Kicherer SL63 AMG Evo Edition
  The German tuner has added a complete aero kit and 35 horsepower to the SL63 AMG.
• Unveiled: Renault Sandero Stepway
  Compact crossover for South America is the latest derivative from the ultra-flexible Logan platform.
• China's FAW Eyes Potential Acquisition of Brilliance Auto
  Cash-rich auto giant aims to beef up its portfolio of brands and products prior to launching an IPO in 2009.
• Rolls-Royce Builds Limited-Edition Phantom for the U.A.E.
  The Phantom gets tasteful interior and exterior treatment for a United Arab Emirates special edition.
• Auto Chaos and Action Draw Crowds to Death Race in Opening Weekend
  Car chases and violence propel action thriller Death Race to third place at the box office in its opening weekend.
• Toyota Prius Gets a Price Hike in Japan
  The Japanese automaker said it will raise the price of its popular Prius hybrid in Japan by three percent starting on September 1.