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We broke news of the...

We broke news of the US-inspired initiative in Colchester, Essex, earlier this year. The revamped facility allows buyers access to even more cars, and Manheim Auctions held its first sale there earlier this week. With four cars being auctioned simultaneously, buyers can use computer terminals at each rostrum to access information about the models on offer.



The crossover SUV is...

The crossover SUV is called the Meta One, and it will be unveiled in the flesh at the Detroit Motor Show in January. The newcomer is equipped with a lane departure warning system, similar to that seen on Citroen"s C4 and C5. This is the clearest indication yet that the blue oval is likely to include the safety technology on its future showroom models.


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Now, the Finnish ace...

Now, the Finnish ace is looking for some mechanical changes to help improve his chances in the Saturday sessions. “We were unable to get as much out of the car as we would have liked,” he revealed. “We picked up a lot of points, but could have done even better.

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With 168bhp, the 1.4-litre...

With 168bhp, the 1.4-litre unit has more power than the existing naturally aspirated 2.0-litre FSI, yet provides better economy. Then in the spring, a low-output version of the TSI with 138bhp will debut in the Touran compact MPV. Tuned for low-down torque, it will be mated to a six-speed gearbox for improved cruising.

A spokesman for VW claimed that the new "super-turbo" technology can be applied to any petrol unit. "Most of the development will be on cars with small engines," he said. "It is certainly possible that 1.0-litre and 1.2-litre powerplants will become available with superchargers and turbos."

Meanwhile, a more potent 168bhp version of the firm"s 2.0-litre TDI diesel will be added to the Golf, Jetta and Passat ranges from next year.

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