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Keyless ignition trends toward standardization

A federal plan to require automakers to standardize keyless ignition systems in the wake of Toyota's unintended acceleration problems is likely to mirror industry guidelines issued in January, an automaker group said. Large automakers except Toyota said they already comply with the guidelines crafted by SAE International or plan to do so. These "recommended practices'' seek to counter the variation, driver confusion and safety problems that have ensued since automakers started installing push-button ignition in luxury models.

Relaxed Elegance: Dana Point Concours d'Elegance is pure fun

Twenty-nine years ago, the event was called the Newport Beach Concours d'Elegance, and that title was on the tickets until 2010, when it was changed to the Dana Point Concours d'Elegance. That's fitting, as it's been held at the upscale St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort in tony Dana Point, Calif., for four years.

All-new Audi TT (2014) for Geneva Motor Show

The all-new, third-generation Audi TT will make its debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show next month. These are the first official images and details. As you can see, the only images of the new TT released so far are design sketches, rather than photographs of the real thing.