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Aston Martin’s 2015 Lagonda saloon revealed on way to Oman

By Tim Pollard First Official Pictures 29 August 2014 08:13 Aston Martin’s wedgy new Lagonda super-saloon was flown to Oman for testing this week, affording us this fresh look at the Middle East-only four-door. Oman Air publicised its role in transporting this prototype out to Muscat ‘as part of its early testing programme.’ We hope it travelled first class; the Lagonda will only be offered on sale to its wealthiest clients in the region. It’s only one month since Aston Martin confirmed the Lagonda project and issued a solitary teaser image of the saloon, side-on and shrouded in shadows.

Mickey Thompson: A life remembered

Come celebrate the life and fast times of motorsports legend Mickey Thompson with the people who knew him best: his son, Danny Thompson; his first wife and Danny's mother, Judy Thompson Creach; fellow hot-rod hero Alex Xydias; drag racer Tom Jobe, and turbocharger mad scientist Gale Banks. The event will come in the form of a panel discussion at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum in Pomona, Calif., on May 15 at 2 p.m. The incomparable silver-tongued Dave McClellan will serve as moderator.

2014 Kia Cadenza priced at $35,900

The 2014 Kia Cadenza sedan will cost $35,900, including shipping charges, when it goes on sale later this month. Kia's new flagship sedan is offered in one trim level, though it’s also available with luxury and technology packages. Standard Cadenza features include an updated navigation system with the brand's in-house UVO eServices telematics system, an 8-inch touchscreen, with a standard back-up camera and back-up warning system, an Infinity 12-speaker audio system, leather seat trim with heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, keyless entry with push-button start, a 10-way power adjustable driver's seat and Bluetooth wireless technology.