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    Video: Ostrich runs through rush hour traffic in China, gets hit by cars and keeps going
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    When we think about busy streets in China and the potential dangers abundant on such crowded roads; we don't tend to think of an escaped ostrich as one. As it so happens, this massive bird decided it wanted to be free and was spotted by traffic cameras weaving in out of lanes like a scene from ...

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    Spy Shots: BMW X1 EV for Zinoro spotted
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    BMW has teamed up with Chinese automaker Brilliance Automotive to create a joint venture in China, called Zinoro, and it appears that an all-electric version of the X1 crossover is to be the brand's first model. Spotted testing in Munich, these spy shots show a more camouflaged version of the X1 ...

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    Video: Chinese scooter smashes car, van, a moped and a truck, then crashes into hole
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    The following video looks like it was produced by Jackass, but it turns out that the rider of the scooter therein did not intend to crash into a car, a van, another scooter and a truck all within the space of 30 seconds. He's just profoundly bad at riding. Just when you think the two-wheeled ...

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    Report: Nicolas Cage flogs Saab-based Senova from Beijing Auto [w/video]
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    BAIC has officially pulled the covers off of its new Senova D Series sedan for China. The four-door is based on the old Saab 9-5 and boasts a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine. Local buyers can get their hands on the machine for around US$22,745 at current conversion rates. Other ...

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    Report: Jaguar's Callum refutes two XJ bodystyle rumour
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    Not long ago, we relayed word from Edmunds that Jaguar was planning to split its next-generation XJ sedan into two bodystyles – one model that continued the ambitious design approach fostered with the current X351-based model, and another, more upright model to better appeal to China's ...

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    Report: Ferrari looking to become even more exclusive
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    While most automakers are clawing and scratching for every possible sale, it sounds like Ferrari is content in losing a few potential customers in the name of better exclusivity and higher profits. Autocar reports that Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo recently stated that the Italian ...

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    Featured: BMW Shanghai: Driving in mega cities, designing the future and more
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    A few days before the Shanghai Motor Show kicked off, we were part of an international group of media that was invited to have a look at the BMW Designworks Shanghai Studio and ConnectedDrive Lab facility. The building that BMW found to house its Chinese think tank is in a lovely part of Shanghai ...

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    Report: China bans military licence plates on luxury autos
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    Driving a vehicle with a military licence plate in China provides many privileges. Legally reserved for official vehicles only, the designation apparently allows drivers to enjoy special liberties on the roads, including breaking traffic laws, filling up with free fuel and receiving ...

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    Video: GM apologizing for Chevy Trax ad dubbed 'racist'
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    In what can only be described as a growing trend, another automaker finds itself in trouble for an ad that critics are calling offensive. A new television and internet ad for the Chevrolet Trax subcompact crossover is under fire for its soundtrack, which a Chinese newspaper has labeled ...

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    Official: Mercedes-Benz launches long-wheelbase E-Class sedan
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    Long-wheelbase sedans are a pretty hot commodity in China, and to keep up with the competition, Mercedes-Benz has introduced an extended version of the 2014 E-Class sedan at the Shanghai Motor Show. Audi, BMW, Volvo and even Cadillac offer extended versions of sedans specific to the Chinese ...

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