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New scheme lets drivers rent their cars out

Car owners can now make money by renting their vehicles when they’re not being used, using a new car rental scheme. The ‘easyCar Club’ venture lets drivers advertise their cars and matches them with people looking to rent a car for a short period. On Bing: see pictures of unusual hire cars Hertz offers supercar hire Although the service is now available nationwide, it was initially trialled in London – meaning many of the cars advertised are concentrated on the London area.

Redesigned Nissan Sunny for China a likely preview of the new Versa

Nissan revealed the redesigned Sunny small sedan at an auto show in China on Monday, and the car is a likely preview of the next-generation Versa for the United States. Nissan said the Sunny will be sold in 170 countries under various names. The Sunny goes on sale in China in January.

California car dealer buys cache of Ferraris

A collection of 21 Ferraris has changed hands, and it's headed for the United States. Car collector Tom Price, owner of Price Family Dealerships in Marin County, Calif., bought 21 classic Ferraris. The collection hit the market last year as Dutch vehicle-distributor Kroymans entered into bankruptcy.