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McLaren 12C Spider prototypes are actually technology mules for new P13 model

McLaren 12C Spider prototypes are actually technology mules for new P13 model

The camouflaged McLaren 12C Spider are actually technology mules of a new sports car called P13, not a facelift for the 12C Spider as was reported few days ago.

Goodyear union in Fayetteville, N.C. threatens strike

Union members at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s Fayetteville plant have been told by their labor leadership that negotiations on a new contract are at an impasse and that they should be prepared for a possible strike this weekend.

The current four-year labor agreement, which covers six North American plants, is scheduled to expire Saturday at midnight. The 2009 contract protected the Fayetteville plant from closure.

Connected Car Expo examines how technology is pressuring automotive retailers

The rapid development and increasing consumer demand for mobile technologies is exerting enormous influence on the auto dealer network and will initiate rapid changes in the retail model.

To address this topic, J.D. Power will hold an “Influence of Technology in Automotive Retail” presentation and discussion, during the Los Angeles Auto Show’s first annual Connected Car Expo (CCE) on Nov. 21, 2013, from 1 to 2 p.m.

Motor sport heroes to star at Shelsley Walsh

Motor sport heroes to star at Shelsley Walsh

Sir Stirling Moss, Paddy Hopkirk and Barrie ‘Whizzo’ Williams will be starring at this weekend’s Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb.

Volkswagen introduces Jetta Special Edition

Volkswagen introduces Jetta Special Edition

Volkswagen has announced the Jetta Special Edition. Powered by a 1.6-litre 105PS TDI returning 67.3mpg, the Special Edition costs £20,750.