Athletic Mazda2 debuts as test on many levelsAuto News

Mazda unveiled a more athletic fourth-generation Mazda2 hatchback today, deploying its latest Skyactiv drivetrain and chassis technologies into the subcompact segment.



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Ad campaign for redesigned Lincoln Navigator starts next monthAuto News

Next month, Lincoln will kick off its first significant marketing campaign for the Lincoln Navigator since 2007, brand executives said at a press event here.



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Toyota scouting Mexico for assembly plant, reports sayAuto News

Toyota, the last of the world's major automakers without a full assembly plant in Mexico, is scouting the country for possible factory sites, two people with direct knowledge of the matter said.



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Hertz investors want Roger Penske on board, reports sayAuto News

At least two big Hertz Global Holdings Inc. investors plan to meet this week with its new chairwoman to propose adding industry veteran Roger Penske to the board, people familiar with the plans said.



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Tackling the next parallel-parking challenge -- unparkingAuto News

Ford has found the automated parking feature offered on several of its nameplates works pretty much as it's supposed to.



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First big Lincoln Navigator ad campaign since 2007 starts next monthAuto News

Next month, Lincoln will kick off its first significant marketing campaign for the Lincoln Navigator since 2007, brand executives said at a press event here.



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Visteon board considers splitting company in two, reports sayAuto News

Visteon is exploring a plan to split into two companies, one focused on electronics and the other on climate controls, people familiar with the matter said.



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Subprime auto probe fails to restrain bond rushAuto News

The federal probe into auto loans made to people with spotty credit is doing little to derail sales of bonds backed by the debt, even as investors demand more to own the riskiest pieces.



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NHTSA will be questioned by U.S. senators about GM recallsAuto News

A Senate subcommittee will probe the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's handling of the General Motors' ignition switch recalls in a hearing next week.



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160,000 2007 Dodge Caravans investigated after 8 reports of engine stallsAuto News

U.S. safety regulators are investigating about 160,000 Dodge Caravan minivans following reports of engine stalling.



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Federal-Mogul agrees to buy TRW engine valve unit for $385 millionAuto News

Federal-Mogul said today it agreed to acquire the engine valve business from TRW Automotive Holdings for $385 million. TRW's engine valve unit generated revenue of $610 million last year and employs 5,400 people in 12 countries.



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AutoNation to buy 4 luxury dealerships in Seattle marketAuto News

AutoNation is expanding its luxury footprint in the Pacific Northwest by buying four luxury-brand dealerships in the Seattle market that generate more than $350 million in annual revenue.



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AutoNation agrees to buy 4 luxury dealerships in Seattle marketAuto News

AutoNation is expanding its luxury footprint in the Pacific Northwest by buying four luxury-brand dealerships in the Seattle market that generate more than $350 million in annual revenue.



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Subaru boosts 2014 U.S. sales forecast to 500,000 vehiclesAuto News

Subaru of America, expecting to sustain strong growth in the United States, has boosted its forecast for sales this year to 500,000. Last year's total of 424,683 marked the Japanese brand's fifth consecutive U.S. annual sales record.



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Toyota shows utility-van concept for craft-oriented businessesAuto News

Toyota is gauging potential interest in a niche model designed for urban, craft-oriented businesses with a small utility-van concept vehicle.



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Tesla tax breaks to be debated by Nevada lawmakersAuto News

Nevada lawmakers are set to convene a special legislative session in Carson City today to consider a package of tax breaks estimated at up to $1.3 billion aimed at cementing a deal with Tesla Motors for a $5 billion battery plant.



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Marchionne to become Ferrari chairman as Montezemolo quitsAuto News

Luca Cordero di Montezemolo will step down as chairman of Ferrari as of Oct. 13 and will be replaced by Fiat Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne, Fiat said.



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BMW's larger 2-series droptop hits U.S. in early 2015Auto News

BMW's 2015 2-series convertible goes on sale early next year after debuting in October at the Paris auto show. The soft-top two-door will be launched in the U.S. as the 228i, 228i xDrive with all-wheel drive and M235i.



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