Local dealers whet Iran's appetite for U.S. muscle carsAuto News

Hundreds of the most sought-after American and European car models are appearing in Northwest Iran from a nearby free trade zone close to Armenia and Azerbaijan, showing how sanctions rarely stop the flow of luxury goods.



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Dealertrack buys into online ad growthAuto News

Explosive growth in digital advertising by automakers and their dealers was a key consideration in Dealertrack Technologies' decision last week to buy Dealer.com for about $1 billion in cash and stock.



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U.S. still concerned about Russian car levyAuto News

The United States said on Friday it still has concerns about a recycling fee Russia imposes on cars even though the country recently extended the levy to cover domestic as well as imported vehicles.



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Used car values rise four months in a row Auto Trader

Used car prices have risen for the fourth month in a row – at a time of year when they usually fall.

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One in three under-25s admit to drink-driving Auto Trader

A new poll showed 37 per cent of young drivers have driven under the influence of alcohol.

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Scrappage scheme slows fall in car sales Auto Trader

The scrappage scheme has made a “positive impact” on the new car industry after slowing the decline in new car sales.

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Vauxhall buyout will get government support Auto Trader

Britain's car manufacturers and its unions are no longer the problem, but the solution, business secretary Lord Mandelson said today.

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Depreciation-busting sports cars Auto Trader

Buy a car which retains its value and you’ll save money when it’s time to sell. We round up six of the most affordable depreciation-beating sports cars.

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