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Saab calls off deal with Chinese automaker

Saab parent Spyker Cars NV said Thursday that a strategic partnership deal with China's Hawtai Motor Group that would provide cash to help Saab turn around its business has been terminated. As a result, Saab may enter into a new strategic partnership with Hawtai or another Chinese party on manufacturing, technology and distribution in China, Spyker said in a release. "Since it became clear that Hawtai was not able to obtain all the necessary consents, the parties were forced to terminate the agreement with Saab Automobile and Spyker with immediate effect.

Aston Martin CC100 open 2 seater on the way

Aston Martin has revealed it is to build a limited run of two exclusive CC100 Roadsters to celebrate its centenary year. Aston Martin’s last ‘Limited Edition’ was the £1 million plus One-77 which helped Aston put some much needed funds in their bank account. The One-77 was a custom made car with a custom made price but now, with Aston Martin celebrating its centenary year this year, they’re about to build a new concept car – the Aston Martin CC100 – that’s based on the V12 Vantage but with an open roadster body.

2012 Nissan Altima prices to start at $20,410

Nissan announced pricing on Friday for the 2012 Altima sedan and coupe, which is on sale now. Stickers range from $20,410 for the base Altima sedan to $30,760 for the top-shelf Nissan Altima coupe, plus destination and all of the other fine print. New for the 2012 Altima is a value package that includes Bluetooth, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a HomeLink universal transceiver--all for $490.