In another major development for the city, the British property company MEPC Plc announced it had formed a joint venture with Norwest Holst to construct and maintain a new square and road linking Cardiff city centre and Cardiff Bay waterfront.

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Meanwhile, the Evoque's standard 19-inch tires maintain a good grip on the road.

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The ride is smooth and even with enough road feel to maintain a sense of real control.

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But the Federal Highway Administration rejected this proposal in April, citing a federal rule that toll revenue generated on interstates may be used only to improve or maintain the road with the toll.

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