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Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show

This is the Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan, making its world premier at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. Put simply, it’s a more practical version of the German firm’s Golf family faithful hatchback, which will replace the Golf Plus in the UK. Please click on the image above to read more on the Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan concept…

Mazda refines lineup with SkyActiv technology

It turns out Mazda isn't simply shooting for the sky. Rather, the protagonists of zoom-zoom driving dynamics are taking an active approach to the brand's DNA: Put it all together, and it's called “SkyActiv.” Mazda is billing the suite of technologies as the pillars of its way forward. Much of these features--which enhance future products in nearly all areas including engine, transmission and chassis--have already been revealed.

Toyota drags down new-vehicle quality average; Ford leads Detroit 3 gains

Dragged down by Toyota Motor Corp., the quality of new cars and trucks sold in the United States slipped slightly this year--the first time since 2007, according to a study released Thursday. But Detroit's automakers--helped by Ford Motor Co. and some of the smoothest new-model launches ever--have matched or surpassed Asian and European rivals in initial vehicle quality for the first time, based on the closely watched J.D.