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VW Group restructuring in response to emissions testing scandal; greater focus on the modular toolkits; Klinger out, Horn stays

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The changes follow in the wake of the diesel emissions testing scandal that led to the resignation of former CEO Martin Winterkorn. Consequently, a Porsche brand group with Bentley and Bugatti will be established for the sportscar and mid-engine toolkit. This is not related to recent events, the Group said.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Volkswagen Group (which includes VW, Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini and Bentley in the U.S.) Models from Bentley and Lamborghini will come, too, but in the small, expensive numbers in which those brands routinely trade. In addition we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology.

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Road Test: 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T RWD Prestige

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Heck, I had people comment they thought I was driving a Bentley. Event: WAJ Media Day (Genesis G70, GV80). In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

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Frankfurt Motor Show goes green. The Green Piece

Green Cars News

Indeed this year there will be plenty of exciting performance and luxury cars making their debut including the Bugatti Bordeaux, the Rolls-Royce Ghost and the Bentley Mulsanne. However, the event will also have a distinctly green theme. Mazda CX-7 – The new-look Mazda CX-7 includes a new 2.2

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