Tom Walkinshaw: Britain's Roger Penske - and then some

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Walkinshaw is a former race-car driver who owns several automotive businesses, including Tom Walkinshaw Racing (TWR). TWR helped design the Volvo C70 through a joint venture called AutoNova. Working with other companies reduces profits, but it also reduces risk.

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Surprising entries in China's automoaking sweepstakes

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Numerous automobile manufacturers exhibited their designs for 'people's cars' made specifically for the Chinese market in Beijing, China. The different designs, including some from luxury car manufacturers Daimler-Benz AG and Porsche AG, are discussed.

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Volvo ECC: zero emissions, Swedish-style

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Volvo has created a stylish new automobile whose wheels are driven by electric motors. These motors are powered by rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries. There is also a gas turbine engine that can recharge the batteries.

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