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Honda opens new proving ground in Thailand

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The facility, which has eight test courses to simulate various road conditions and terrains, aims to enhance R&D in the Asia & Oceania region and will be employed to test automobiles and motorcycles.

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Mercedes-Benz reveals production X-Class, European launch in November

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