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Toyota FT-Bh Concept: An ultra efficient supermini coming to Geneva
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Toyota's FT-Bh concept breaks new boundaries in small car efficiency. It's as spacious as an average five-door supermini, but produces about 50 per cent less CO2, and tipping the scales at under 800kg, its weighs less than a three-door Aygo.
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2012 ecoENERGY Awards winners
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Minister Oliver presented the 2012 ecoENERGY for Vehicles Awards to nine different companies for ten vehicle classes.
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MINI Clubvan Concept is a real charmer
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
MINI plans on taking Geneva by storm with its Clubvan Concept. Based on the Clubman, it has all the flair of a real MINI - but a lot more cargo space. With the Clubvan, MINI hopes to attract small business owners, who have particular transportation needs.
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Maserati GranTurismo Sport to debut in Geneva
Monday, February 20, 2012
The new Maserati GranTurismo Sport that will premiere at the next Geneva Auto Show is characterised by increased performance and by an elegant overall restyling stressing its sporty nature.
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MINI uncovers the Clubvan Concept ahead of Geneva
Monday, February 20, 2012
Stand-out-from-the-crowd style can also be amazingly practical - and practicality surprisingly attractive. The MINI Clubvan Concept brings apparently conflicting profiles together into a single package, paving the way for an innovative vehicle concept without parallel in the premium small car segment.
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The Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto (video)
Monday, February 20, 2012
The Toronto Auto Show, or CIAS, opens its doors to the public this year from February 17th to the 26th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Here's what the show is offering its visitors this year.
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Recalls of the week by Transport Canada
Saturday, February 18, 2012
2012 Ford Expedition
2012 Lincoln Navigator
9 units
On certain vehicles, the second row right-hand seat may have been manufactured incorrectly. Improper weld penetration between the head restraint guide sleeve tube and the seat back frame could allow the headrest to fail during a rear-end vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
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EV Incentive Program: Fisker Karma added to the list in BC
Sunday, February 19, 2012
The 2012 Fisker Karma is the latest addition to the growing list of new vehicles available in British Columbia that qualify under the Clean Energy Vehicle (CEV) Point of Sale Incentive Program. The Karma, a battery electric vehicle with extended range, qualifies for a discount of up to $5,000 off the pre-tax sticker price when purchased or leased at a new car dealer in BC.
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The 2013 Volkswagen CC and the 2013 Jetta Hybrid arrive in Toronto
Friday, February 17, 2012
Volkswagen Canada presented a trio of new vehicles today at the Canadian International Autoshow in Toronto. It began with the unveiling of the new CC four-door coupé. The vehicle will go on sale this spring and features exciting new styling both front and rear. In profile, the look is sleek and elegant, with its sloping roofline giving the car a taught, muscular appearance.
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2013 Chevrolet Spark a city-made car debuts in Toronto
Friday, February 17, 2012
The 2013 Chevrolet Spark mini car makes its Canadian debut yesterday at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto. It's the only car in its segment to offer a seven-inch colour touch screen radio capable of displaying smart phone-based navigation, media and contacts for hands-free calling.
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2012 Toronto Auto Show: what to see
Friday, February 17, 2012
The Toronto Auto Show opens its doors to the public from February 17th to the 26th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. If you're currently shopping for a new car or truck, an auto show is an excellent place to start your research. This year at the CIAS, there are many, many new models to look at and sit down in, and comparing a bunch of vehicles back to back is a piece of cake.
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Devium Dash: turn your iPhone into a stereo
Monday, February 20, 2012
These days, you can control just about anything with your iPhone/Android. Companies are marketing one gadget after another for the smart phone, and there are lots more on the way. In fact, with your help via the Kickstarter website, the Devium Dash could see the light of day (I'll give you the details in a minute).
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Hyundai Elantra Named 2012 Canadian Car of the Year
Thursday, February 16, 2012
In an early morning press conference at the opening of the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto, the Hyundai Elantra was declared the 2012 Canadian Car of the Year (CCOTY) by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC).
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The new 2012 Honda Civic Si Coupe HFP unveiled in Toronto
Thursday, February 16, 2012
For 2012, Honda is extending Honda Factory Performance program to include the 2012 Civic Si Coupe HFP. Joining the Accord HFP, which made its debut in 2011, the all-new Civic HFP will feature improved handling performance and more aggressive styling characteristics. The 2012 Civic Si Coupe HFP will go on sale this spring.
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The Porsche Macan: the Cajun Project is awarded its official name
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Porsche today confirms the name for its forthcoming new sports car in the SUV segment is Macan. The name Macan is derived from the Indonesian word for tiger and combines suppleness, power, fascination and dynamics - core characteristics of this new all-terrain car.
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Cadillac CUE overview
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Cadillac's new interface is called CUE, for Cadillac User Experience, and will debut on the 2013 Cadillac XTS sedan this spring. Also look for it in the all-new 2013 Cadillac ATS sedan, and in the revised 2013 Cadillac SRX crossover.
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Audi unveils third-generation RS 4 Avant in Germany
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
A modern classic from Audi is making a comeback: The third-generation RS 4 Avant combines potent performance with a high level of everyday practicality. It's 4.2-liter V8 produces 331 kW (450 hp); the seven-speed S tronic and quattro permanent all-wheel drive transfer that power to the road.
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2012 Porsche Camp4 (video)
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Camp4 sounds like a place you would send your kids to during the summer break. They'd resist, not want to go, say that Timmy is smelly and that they always get stuck with him in the same cabin every year. Eventually, they'd go and have a great time swimming in the lake and roasting marshmallows over a camp fire.
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Global electric cars sales expected to stall until 2025
Monday, February 13, 2012
Internal combustion engines are not going away anytime soon, especially as fuel efficiency and performance standards continue to improve, according to KPMG's 13th annual Global Automotive Executive Survey. However, automakers are expected to pump investment into electric technology as part of their long-term strategy.
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2012 Porsche Cayman R: the perfect track car?
Monday, February 13, 2012
Porsche removed 55 kg of weight from the Cayman S, then added 10 additional horsepower and retuned the chassis to improve on-track handling dynamics. They then replaced the "S" tag with an "R," creating an outstanding track car that can also serve as a daily driver for the weekend enthusiast.
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Kia sketches new RWD large sedan
Monday, February 13, 2012
Kia Motors today revealed the first official sketches of its all-new flagship sedan, which is expected to establish new standards for design flair in the large sedan segment.
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BMW shows off the new 2012 M6 Coupe and Convertible
Monday, February 13, 2012
The iconic M6 returns from a two year hiatus more powerful, more athletic, more focused, more luxurious and more efficient than ever before. Since the "M6" badge was first placed on a BMW back in 1987, this iconic model has exemplified the luxury and daily usability of a top range BMW coupe combined with true super-car performance. Now, in its 3rd generation, the all-new BMW M6 will again be offered as a 4-seat Coupe and Convertible.
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2012 Toyota Prius pricing to start at $25,995
Friday, February 10, 2012
Owning Canada's best-selling hybrid just got easier. Starting at a remarkable $25,995, $1,805 less than 2011 model, the 2012 Prius is equipped with $766 worth of extra features as standard, including: all season floor mats, back monitor and display audio with USB input and Bluetooth connectivity.
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SYNC will become standard on all 2013 Ford Flex and Fusion
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Drivers of more than 4 million vehicles already take advantage of mobile device connectivity provided by Ford SYNC®, which is available as either optional or standard equipment on every new Ford sold in NorthAmerica. That population is set to grow even more for 2013 as the all-new Ford Fusion and Flex get SYNC as standard equipment.
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Nissan unveils its new NV200 at the Chicago auto show
Thursday, February 09, 2012
The all-new Nissan NV200 Compact Cargo Van, which makes its North American debut at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, is set to join the growing lineup of Nissan Commercial Vehicles in early 2013 at 300 Nissan Commercial Vehicle dealerships nationwide.
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A new Mazda 2012 MX-5 Miata Special Edition is coming soon
Monday, February 06, 2012
Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) will unveil its 2012 MX-5 Miata Special Edition at the upcoming 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The limited-run model features a black-only Power Retractable Hard Top (PRHT) - the first time a non-body-colored hard top is available in North America - as well as other exclusivities such as two new exterior colors, new 17-inch black gunmetal alloy wheels, black exterior accents, black heated leather seats and piano black interior finishes.
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2012 Mitsubishi Outlander to make its first appearance in Geneva
Thursday, February 09, 2012
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will present the global debut of the all-new Outlander at the 82nd Geneva International Motor Show which runs from March 6 through March 18*. The new-generation Outlander was built to be eco-friendly and it accomplishes this as it returns fuel efficiency and CO2 emission levels that are among the best in its class.
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Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon to bow in Geneva
Thursday, February 09, 2012
The Chevrolet Cruze station wagon, the third variant of Chevrolet's most-popular car, will make its global premiere at the 82nd International Geneva Motor Show early next month.
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The production Aston Martin V12 Zagato revealed
Thursday, February 09, 2012
With the final design signed-off and engineering development work progressing apace, Aston Martin today reveals the first images of the new V12 Zagato (road car) scheduled for production later this year.
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Kia turns heads with Track'ster concept at Chicago Auto Show
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
What happens when a dream becomes reality? In the case of the Kia Track'ster concept unveiled at today's Chicago Auto Show, car enthusiasts begin to salivate. Amid the driving rhythm of heavy-metal music, smoke and blinding lights, Kia Motors America (KMA) took the wraps off a performance-oriented three-door Soul coupe concept that hints at what could possibly be the future of Kia's wildly successful Soul.
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The 650 hp 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 goes topless
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
The official launch of SVT came during the 1992 Chicago Auto Show with the unveiling of the 1993 SVT Mustang Cobra and SVT F-150 Lightning. Now Ford returns to Chicago to celebrate its past and look to the future with the 2013 Shelby GT500 convertible.
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The 2013 GMC Acadia appears at the Chicago Auto Show
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
GMC today unveiled the new 2013 Acadia and Acadia Denali at the Chicago Auto Show, highlighting a new exterior and safety features including the industry's first front center air bag.
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2013 Hyundai Elantra GT introduced at Chicago Autoshow
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Hyundai today introduced the all-new 2013 Elantra GT in a North American debut at the Chicago Auto Show. Slated to arrive in dealerships this summer, Elantra GT brings five-door functionality and European driving dynamics to the expanding Elantra line-up. Elantra GT is one of three vehicles now carrying the Elantra nameplate, joining the Elantra Coupe, also revealed today, and 2012 North American Car of the Year, the Elantra sedan.
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Hyundai presents the new 2013 Elantra Coupe
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Hyundai today introduced a new coupe variant to its popular Elantra line-up at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The two-door coupe version of the Elantra sedan, available this spring, will further expand the nameplate's appeal to savvy consumers and attract even more buyers to the Elantra line-up.
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Griffin iTrip Review
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
These days, a lot of people travel with their entire music library in their pocket, lovingly downloaded onto their iPhone or iPod. Whether you're on the street, at the office or at home, when you want to listen to your favourite song of the moment or just need a break, all you have to do is fish out your earbuds and voilà! - instant audio therapy. But in your car? Well, that's another story. Auxiliary inputs, USB ports, iPod plugs and even adapters, most automotive audio playback solutions require a cable.
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Nissan unveils the improved 2013 370Z at Chicago Auto Show
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
If it's February in Chicago, it's time for one thing - sports cars. Bringing a taste of hot performance to the Windy City winter, Nissan today debuted the revised 2013 Nissan 370Z on the floor of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The new Z, which is scheduled to go on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide next June, features a number of enhancements designed to keep the legendary sports car fresh and exciting. For 2013, the Nissan 370Z will once again be available in Coupe, and Roadster configurations.
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Michelin X-Ice 3 winter tire test
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
As with car makers, tire manufacturers do their darnedest to cater to what consumers want and ask for. Michelin is to tires what Toyota is to hybrid technology; they are at the forefront, leading the way and by example.
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Nissan to debut the INVITATION concept at Geneva Motor Show
Monday, February 06, 2012
Nissan has revealed the first details of a head-turning hatchback concept which previews the company's next generation compact car, a mainstream B-segment contender to be sold alongside the Micra city car and innovative JUKE B-segment crossover.
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January 2012 Sales
Monday, February 06, 2012
While Honda had vowed to ring in the Year of the Dragon on a high note, they probably didn't expect such a monster start. Year-to-year sales were up 144% in January, helping put away the memories of a disastrous 2011.
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The Dukes of Hazard - General Lee
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
General Robert E. Lee was the man who led the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia during the American Civil War, but enough about him because by far the most famous General of that surname was the modified 60s Dodge Charger driven by Bo & Luke Duke in the hit television series, The Dukes of Hazzard (1979-1985).
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Road tripping to Detroit in a Volkswagen Routan (video)
Monday, February 06, 2012
When our photography and video crew cover an auto show, they've got a lot of gear to haul. Cargo space is a priority, but when you're hitting the road for an 11-hour trek from Montreal to Detroit with people on board, you also need room to stretch out and chillax.
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Next week on Auto123.com: 2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan first drive
Friday, February 03, 2012
Remember when all the new cars and trucks were introduced in the fall? That period is long behind us, as new or redesigned models are hitting the market at any given time of the year. As usual, we'll be there to give you all the latest info on them.
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Under pressure
Monday, February 06, 2012
After months of meticulous research, poring over the latest information on fuel efficiency, and technology that will keep you and your family safe - you've finally purchased that spanking new vehicle.
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Production of the 2012 Camaro ZL1 starts in Oshawa
Sunday, February 05, 2012
The Oshawa Assembly Plant today celebrated the start of regular production of the hotly-anticipated 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in a ceremony with employees and invited guests.
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Top Ten World Car and World Performance Car Finalists Announced
Friday, February 03, 2012
The countdown has begun in preparation for the 2012 World Car Awards winners' press conference co-hosted by Bridgestone Corporation and the New York International Auto Show on Thursday, April 5, 2012. The 2012 World Car of the Year and the 2012 World Performance Car will be declared at this time.
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1959 Chevrolet Corvette by POGEA RACING
Saturday, February 04, 2012
This is how Eduard Pogea, head of POGEA RACING GmbH outlines the '59 model Corvette convertible modernised by his company on a customer's orders. And continues: "Within the space of only one year we developed, produced and adapted current technology to fit in an American Old timer. Our objective was to marry contemporary driving characteristics, a terrifically powerful engine, dependable brakes and a refined vehicle interior with classic bodywork."
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Jeep unveils a pair of Ferrari-themed Grand Cherokee SRT8s
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Custom-built versions of the high-performance Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 feature exclusive Rosso Corsa colored exteriors, red leather interiors and additional Ferrari looks pay tribute to the two Ferrari 'ambassadors'. Vehicles are the first two 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 models to be delivered in Europe where the introduction of the high-performance model of the Jeep flagship SUV will start in May. Both vehicles were prepared by Chrysler Group's Street and Racing Technology (SRT) design and engineering teams.
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Fisker's coming to Canada
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Fisker Automotive has added Canada to the list of countries in which the Fisker Karma, the world's first true Electric Vehicle with extended range (EVer(tm)), is available.
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Mopar celebrates its 75th anniversary by unveiling four custom vehicles
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
For its 75th anniversary, Mopar continues to work its magic. Today at its engineering lab in Center Line, Mich., Mopar revealed four custom vehicles, including the Mopar '12 300, Fiat 500 "Stinger," Mopar Jeep® Compass "True North" and Dodge Dart "GTS 210 Tribute." Mopar '12 will be available this summer straight from the factory, while components of the Fiat 500, Jeep Compass and Dodge Dart custom configurations will be available in the fall as stage kits or á la carte from the Mopar catalog.
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Volkswagen announces their new Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB)
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
This year, Volkswagen Group will be introducing the Modular Transverse Matrix - the German acronym is MQB - for the Volkswagen, Audi, SKODA and SEAT brands. The MQB strategy represents a turning point in the design and production of future automobiles with transverse-mounted engines. The Modular Transverse Matrix standardises many vehicle component parameters - across brands and vehicle classes. At the same time, it offers access to new technologies. The MQB extends from the A0 to the B segment. At the Volkswagen brand, for example, it covers the following models: Polo, Beetle, Golf, Scirocco, Jetta, Tiguan, Touran, Sharan, Passat and Volkswagen CC. In the future, all of these models could theoretically be produced on the same assembly line - despite their different wheelbases and track widths. It will be possible to produce MQB models of different brands together. The first new vehicles to be produced based on the MQB will be the successor to the Audi A3 and the next generation Golf.
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Chick cars that aren't
Monday, February 13, 2012
Let's face it: every time you see a man driving an MX-5, you think to yourself, "Friend of Dorothy." Whether because of their cosy cabin (Yaris), cute factor (MINI), or family-friendliness (every minivan on the market), we tend to think of some cars being feminine.
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First Audi Terminal open its doors in Canada
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Groupe Park Avenue becomes the first Audi retailer in Canada to open a new Audi Terminal. This new state of the art facility incorporates all of the individual factors that contribute to the Audi terminal architecture.
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Tom Tom The Simpsons GPS Voices Expands With Mr. Burns and Marge
Monday, January 30, 2012
Springfield's Mr. Burns and Marge Simpson are the next to tell you where to go when TomTom releases these all-new character voices for their range of GPS navigation systems today. Each of the character voices have been developed in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products, The Gracie Films Worldwide Brand Division and Locutio Voice Technologies. Mr. Burns and Marge Simpson join the voice of Homer Simpson, which has become the most downloaded character voice of all time, for TomTom GPS apps and personal navigation devices.
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2012 Lamborghini Aventador vs 2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R (video)
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
With their badass fighter plane looks, state-of-the-art components, high-tech electronic driving/riding aids and gobs of power, the Aventador (for drivers) and the ZX-10R (for riders) are some of today's most ridiculously impressive machines. These marvels of engineering are designed to ignite passion, deliver mind-boggling thrills and satisfy our deepest, wildest urges.
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2013 Cadillac ATS ready to poke BMW 3 Series
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
The re-birth of Cadillac has been a great success, but it has always had one gaping hole in its line-up. Where was the small and sporty entry-level Cadillac, which lined up against North America's best-selling premium vehicle, the BMW 3 Series?
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Sweetie Girl Racing
Monday, January 30, 2012
For Anna He, president of Sweetie Girl Racing, the track is a level playing field. Typically, the automotive world has been considered "uncharted territory" by most women - and track days such as this that I, and about a dozen other women are here to participate in, are generally male-dominated events.
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