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BMW, Daimler experiment with upscale rent-by-the-ride

Two European luxury brands are tiptoeing into car sharing, a radical move for carmakers whose business for the past 100 years has been selling to individuals. German archrivals Daimler AG and BMW AG have launched sharing programs. The automakers say the move was prompted by changing attitudes about car ownership, especially among young buyers, and increased urban congestion.

Win a trip to LA with the Fiat 500e 'Into the Green' contest

Fiat is holding a contest in conjunction with the release of the Fiat 500e electric vehicle. The grand prize is a trip to Los Angeles and entrance into an exclusive VIP event with the 500e. “Into the Green is a creative way for us at Fiat to maximize our efforts in promoting sustainability,” said Casey Hurbis, head of Fiat brand communications.

2015 Audi A8, A8L and S8 unveiled ahead of Frankfurt Motor Show debut

At the upcoming Frankfurt motor show, Audi will announce a new A8 with more powerful engines, lighter-weight construction, new assistance systems and Matrix LED headlight technology. Audi says the new A8 will put the German automaker among the innovation leaders in the luxury class. It cites as an example the short-wheelbase A8 3.0-liter TFSI's 4,034-pound curb weight, best in class for all-wheel-drive models.