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Volkswagen hits back, weighs making a bid for Porsche

Volkswagen is considering an audacious reverse-takeover bid for its majority shareholder, Porsche, in a twist in the drawn-out struggle for control between the two German carmakers. The Volkswagen Group's supervisory board is said to be weighing the possibility of purchasing Porsche AG, in a move that would relieve its holding company, Porsche SE, of massive debt that industry analysts suggest the company may not be able to fund should the world's financial crisis drag on well into 2010--a scenario put forward this week by the International Monetary Fund. The secret plan emerged as shareholders were set to convene at Volkswagen's annual meeting on Thursday, and it comes after Porsche revealed that it is carrying some 9 billion euros ($11.73 billion) in debt, most of it owing to interest on loans taken out to purchase its 50.8 percent stake in VW.

Nurburgring: 2011 prices announced for the Green Hell

The Nurburgring has announced its prices for 2011 - and they're better value than before. Visitors now buying a four-lap ticket or more will be given a free admission ticket to the new Ring°werk theme park. The Nordschleife is known as the world’s toughest track destination, with 73 demanding bends and enough surface changes to keep even the most skilled drivers on their toes.

Nissan teases new 2013 Pathfinder ahead of Detroit debut

New Nissan Pathfinder Tease - in the shadows There’s a new Nissan Pathfinder on the way for 2013, and Nissan are teasing the concept they’re taking to the Detroit Auto Show. The current Nissan Pathfinder isn’t the biggest seller in the world. It’s a boxy, old-school seven seat SUV that manages to mop up a few sales from those who want a Discovery but can’t afford one.