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Honda Civic (2011) at Frankfurt motor show

This is the ninth generation of Honda’s small car star, which has gestated from trend setting (Civic Mk1 of 1972) to stylistically dull if technically advanced (most) to sci-fi-style wacko but technically mainstream (Civic Mk8). New Civics, over the years, have been about as easy to forecast as David Beckham’s next hairstyle as Honda engineers – never the most predictable bunch – veer from brave to bashful. The new Civic, unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt motor show, is eye-catching although less off-centre than generation eight, and is closed basely mechanically on its predecessor.

Hyundai ponders second U.S. plant

As a lack of production capacity restrains its growth, Hyundai will consider a second U.S. assembly plant. "That's something that we're going to look at," Hyundai Motor America CEO John Krafcik said last week at the Detroit auto show.

Michelin Challenge Design announces pre-registration for 2011 Program

Michelin Challenge Design (MCD) is pleased to announce the 2011 Program Pre-Registration is now available at www.michelinchallengedesign.com. Milestones are opportunities for reflection and forward thinking. Michelin is doing both to celebrate the 10th year of its global transportation design competition, the Michelin Challenge Design.