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Volvo commits to plug-in diesel hybrids in 2012

By Tim Pollard Motor Industry 24 September 2009 16:53 Volvo will launch its first hybrid production cars in two years' time. The 2012 replacement for the V70 - which won't necessarily be a conventional estate - will have a premium range-topper powered by a plug-in diesel-electric powertrain. CAR's out in Sweden trying out the tech and today we drove a prototype for the new electric Volvo green car.

Porsche Boxster and Cayman updates for 2009

The world’s most successful car company, Porsche, has announced upgrades for both its Boxster and Cayman models. The updated 2009 Porsche Cayman New engines, revised suspension and the magnificent PDK gearbox, make these far more than just cosmetic upgrades. These are real improvements, and make the Boxster and Cayman not just more powerful, but actually more economical.

November auto sales jump 17 percent as market gains strength

U.S. car and truck sales jumped 17 percent last month, raising hopes the industry will end 2010 on a high note while creating momentum for the new year. Light vehicle sales rose to 873,407 units in November, for the market's 11th advance in the past 12 months.