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BMW to supply engines to Saab, reports say

Saab and BMW AG have agreed on a deal that allows the Swedish carmaker to use engines made by BMW, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. Saab will initially purchase BMW engines for the 9-3 model that is scheduled for release in late 2012, said the person, who asked not to be identified before a contract is signed. The carmakers plan to sign and announce the pact in Trollhattan, Sweden, on Wednesday, the person said.

Hydrogen Car Highway for London

London to develop a Hydrogen Highway The plan is fairly small scale, but it’s a start. As part of the scheme Boris is assembling a small fleet of 150 cars, 20 black cabs and 5 buses all running on Hydrogen. In typical Boris style he said he wants Britain to become a ‘World leader in Fuel Cell Technology’ with the aim of having one in three cars in the UK running on hydrogen fuel cells in twenty years.

Suzuki serves legal notice on Volkswagen

Suzuki serves legal notice on VW It looked a promising alliance, Suzuki and Volkswagen. VW wanted access to Suzuki’s know-how in emerging markets and Suzuki wanted access to VW’s technology, especially its hybrid stuff. But, just like many promising marriages, Suzuki and VW have been handbags at dawn for a while.