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Porsche says Panamera avoids gas-guzzler tax

Few expenses were spared in conceiving the Porsche Panamera, but consumers will avoid at least one cost of ownership: the ignominious gas-guzzler tax. Porsche has announced ratings for the 2010 sedan; it will get a combined figure of 18 mpg or 19 mpg from the EPA, depending on the model. This means Porsche’s four-door foray will avoid a fairly substantial cost of ownership--a tax of up to $7,700 is levied on the most prolific guzzlers.

Magna Steyr MILA Coupic revealed

Magna Steyr – an independent engineering and manufacturing company – will be revealing the MILA Coupic concept study at the rapidly-approaching Geneva motor show. The MILA Coupic, the sixth concept in the MILA innovation family, brings together three different vehicle concepts into one SUV coupe that can transform into a sporty pick-up or an open-air convertible. The concept is constructed using a combination of textile, glass, roof modules and seating technology.

Seat's Mondeo rival (2007): first official pictures

By Tim Pollard First Official Pictures 30 May 2007 09:41 Seat launches a Mondeo rival Volkswagen's Spanish outpost is to expand its range upwards, entering the hotly contested Mondeo class for the first time. There's no name yet for the newcomer, but one badge in contention is Bolero, the name of its 1998 sports saloon concept. Details are sketchy at this stage, but Seat has confirmed it will offer a saloon and estate version, and they'll roll into dealership in 2009.