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Fiat has always been expert in the field of small, city cars. Can Fiat apply its expertise to the slightly larger Bravo, an amalgamation of city car and large hatchback?

Green is the most fashionable word in the motor industry and Italian maker Fiat is the latest marque to take this on board.

A road test of the Fiat Bravo 1.6 Multijet Eco.

Sergio Marchionne, an aggressive Italian-Canadian executive, guided Fiat from near bankruptcy to multi-millon dollar profits. Some experts say he could save Chrysler.

Americans want greener vehicles, and manufacturers are stepping up to the challenge. Here are four vehicles coming soon that promise to save gas while being fun to own.

Alfa Romeo's Mito supermini has landed and has started selling well. So is it any good?

The Canadian Autoworkers Union (CAW) is facing increased pressure to agree to Chrysler's cost-cutting demands. The union has so far refused.

Antonio Ascari started motor racing at a comparatively late stage in his life, but soon became one of Italy's best Grand Prix drivers, winning races for Alfa Romeo.

If you believe it's always darkest before the dawn, then America might be sneaking up on a renaissance of its automobile industry.

A comprehensive history of international Italian motor racing; the red national racing colours of corsa rosso reflects the Italian passion for cars and motorsport.

The MotoGP title race may be over but that didn't stop Casey Stoner from driving his usual flat-out style as he took his ninth win of the season.

Casey Stoner won his eighth victory of the season and moves 85 points clear of his nearest rival Valentino Rossi.

With Chrysler and GM receiving near $25 Billion, Chrysler's last sustenance injection was received to keep it alive as another stake of the company travels abroad.

An eventful race saw Dani Pedrosa take his first victory since Donington last year. World Championship leader Casey Stoner finished fifth while Rossi failed to finish.

A dramatic start to the season opener of the 2007 MotoGP race season in Qatar.

Premier Dalton McGuinty has told Autoworkers his government couldn't guarantee retirees pension. The announcement sparked CAW leader Ken Lewinza's angry reaction.

Dani Pedrosa took victory in front of his home fans at the final round of MotoGP, The Spaniard led every lap after Casey Stoner crashed out before the race even started.

16/09/07- Valentino Rossi scored a spectacular victory in one of his favorite venues.

Volkswagen, Opel, Ford, Renault, Peugeot, and Fiat were the top selling car brands in the European Union and EFTA in 2007. Mini, Dacia, and Honda increased sales most.

Thanks to the Success of the Abarth Grande Punto, the Fiat Group has launched the Abarth 500, the Abarth brand is back with a bang.

Anyone that knows anything about motorsport will have heard of the Abarth name. Well it's back in the guise of the Grande Punto Abarth.

Cerebus made Chrysler an American owned company again in 2007, betting that private equity could save the carmaker. But only the feds had enough money to keep it alive.

FIAT Yamaha and Ducati Marlboro are expected to be the pace setters once again. The 2009 MotoGP season gets underway with the Qatar Grand Prix at Losail.

The Canadian Autoworkers Union (CAW) and Chrysler have reached a cost-cutting agreement. It sees labour costs cut by $19/hr without touching wages and pensions.

In a show of unity Canadian officials have followed the American lead in dealing with the automakers by saying no to their restructuring plans.

Chrysler LLC has filed for Chapter #11 bankruptcy protection. As part of that protection, the Federal, and Ontario governments have bought a 2% stake in the company.

Dani Pedrosa secured the runner-up spot of the 2007 MotoGP standings by just a point following his victory in Valencia.

09/03/08 - Casey Stoner began his title defense by winning dramatically in the Grand Prix of Qatar.

Casey Stoner racked up yet another win this season in his bid to win his first World Title. With only six races left, the odds are looking good for the Australian

A Holiday Cookie Exchange is a chance to get together with friends, exchange recipes, and get a great selection of cookies without all the work.

In 2008, the VW Group was the top passenger vehicle manufacturer with the most new cars registered in Europe. Volkswagen was followed by PSA, Ford, GM, and Renault.

Unquestionably the most revered team in racing, Ferrari are the heart and soul of Formula 1. The story of this legendary marque has been integral to the popularity of F1.

In 2008, Volkswagen easily remained the best-selling car brand in Europe. Other top marques in the EU included Ford, Opel/Vauxhall, Renault, Peugeot, Fiat, and Citroen.

Volkswagen, Mercedes Benz, and BMW were the best-selling car manufacturers in Germany with the most passenger vehicles sold in 2008. The VW Golf remained the top seller.

The pre-war years were a golden age of motor racing. Famous marques competed for superiority on the world's circuits, however safety was primitive and death common.

The 1923 French GP entry included the monocoque Voisin Laboratoire, which used aircraft technology, and the Bugatti Type 32, which featured innovative aerodynamics.

Ray Harroun won the inaugural Indy 500 driving his unique Marmon Wasp. Ralph Mulford finished second in controversial circumstances.

Casey Stoner heads to the Japanese MotoGP round on the back of a debut win for his new Ducati. His main competition should come from Valentino Rossi and FIAT Yamaha.

China's car manufacturers are looking at ways to improve their quality and get a bigger share of the global customer base, including their local middle class.

30/03/08 - Dani Pedrosa storms to victory in his home race in Jerez to take over the championship lead in the MotoGP Riders' standings.

Gold supply peaked in 2001 and since then production has fallen on an annual basis. Demand is driven mainly by jewellery but gold investment rose sharply in 2008 by 64%.

Find out about Guido Daniele's style of hyper realistic painting - athat isn't what it appears to be. Hand & and body painting are just two of his fortés.

For two seasons Miki Biasion ruled the roost in the World Rally Cahmpionship. All but one of his victories were scored while driving a Lancia.

Radial engines were traditionally used for powering aircraft, but two extraordinary Grand Prix cars embraced them, although neither raced.

Texan Colin Edwards' hopes of converting his first MotoGP pole start into his first race win were dashed when rain arrived during the race in Le Mans, France.

Over the last four hundred years history is replete with manias, panics and crashes. Charles P. Kindleberger and Robert Aliber explore that history for modern lessons.

Top Gear presenter and Sunday Times columnist Jeremy Clarkson shares his views on cars and just about everything else.

With yet another win this season, Casey Stoner is beginning to run away with the championship

23/09/07 - It was a good day for the Ducati Marlboro team. Stoner clinched the title while teammate Loris Capirossi completed his hat-trick of victories in Motegi.

Travel to Turin in Piedmont (or Piemonte as the locals call it), Italy, and relive scenes from the classic Michael Caine and minis film, The Italian Job.