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2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR revealed

The 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR made its international debut on Dec. 11 at the Porsche R&D center in Weissach, Germany. The 4.0-liter, six-cylinder boxer engine has a new engine-management system, modified air-intake housing and redesigned exhaust system.

Exclusive: Honda to Close European Design Studios

In a surprise announcement, Honda has decided to close design operations in Europe, based in Germany. The decision to shut down both the car design and motorcycle design studios of Honda R&D Europe (HRE-G) in Offenbach, near Frankfurt was taken at the end of September and came as a shock announcement to employees. It represents the latest casualty in cuts for the car design community.

Volkswagen mulls another SUV

Volkswagen is considering adding another crossover to its product portfolio as it takes aim at ambitious sales targets in the United States and overseas markets. “It's a part of our vision for the future,” Volkswagen Group of America CEO Jonathan Browning said. The vehicle would have SUV-style cues, and Browning said it's being discussed by company brass.