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Bugatti Galibier: Hybrid option & Autumn 2012 Launch confirmed

Bugatti Galibier will get a Hybrid option Every time we run a story about the Bugatti Galibier launch it feels like Déjà vu. Why, you may very well ask. Because we’ve been saying since the first time the Bugatti Galibier saw the light of day in September 2009 that the Galibier was an addition for Bugatti, not a replacement for the Veyron, and would launch in 2012 as a 2013 model.

BASF annual color trend report

Materials giant BASF has presented the findings of its annual color trend report, created by a team of designers scouting out global textile and furniture trade shows for information. And while some may think color trends are simply at the whim of designers, BASF's report identifies influences such as socio-political climate, interior design, architecture, technology and pop culture. 'Green luxury' is not an oxymoron The trend towards blues is continuing, while earthy tones and colors also reflect ecological awareness.

Mercury dies off, Lincoln to benefit

Ford's brand portfolio is set to get smaller by the end of the year. Following the sale of Aston Martin, Land Rover, Jaguar and most recently Volvo (to Chinese automaker Geely), the Blue Oval has now announced the demise of its 'middle of the range' Mercury brand, with production of the last vehicles set to cease at the end of 2010. In a statement released to media, Ford announced that the shuttering of the 71-year old Mercury brand was in the interest of focusing on Lincoln, the automaker's only remaining premium brand.