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• 2017 Maserati Levante wraps Italian style around an SUV

  19-02-2016 23:21
  
  Maserati is building an SUV. It's called the Levante, and here's the first look.Continue reading 2017 Maserati Levante wraps Italian style around an SUV2017 Maserati Levante wraps Italian style around an SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 17:21:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo will let owners lose their keys forever in 2017

  19-02-2016 23:00
  
  Filed under: Videos, Volvo, Emerging Technologies, Smartphone, TechnologyVolvo will offer a digital key in 2017 that will use a smartphone app to allow the engine to start, toggle the locks, and let owners give family or friends access to the vehicle. The company will test the tech on its carsharing fleet later this year.Continue reading Volvo will let owners lose their keys forever in 2017Volvo will let owners lose their keys forever in 2017 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 1
  
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• Maserati releases first photos of Levante crossover

  19-02-2016 22:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  Maserati revealed its first undisguised production images of the new Levante, the first crossover in the luxury brand's 100-year history.
  
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• Musk gets Tesla.com domain name after waiting years

  19-02-2016 21:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  Elon Musk has finally gotten his hands on the Tesla.com domain name that has been owned by a Silicon Valley engineer and virtually unused for 24 years.
  
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• Tesla Motors snags Tesla.com URL first registered in 1992

  19-02-2016 21:00
  
  Filed under: Government/Legal, Green, Tesla, ElectricThe Tesla.com URL was first registered in 1992. This week, Stu Grossman transferred it to the well-known California automaker.Continue reading Tesla Motors snags Tesla.com URL first registered in 1992Tesla Motors snags Tesla.com URL first registered in 1992 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• How to Use A Steam Cleaner | Autoblog Details

  19-02-2016 21:00
  
  Filed under: Ownership, Videos, Auto Repair, Maintenance, Autoblog DetailsSteam cleaners can be a helpful tool in the battle to keep your car clean. Here's how to put a steam cleaner to use when working on your car.Continue reading How to Use A Steam Cleaner | Autoblog DetailsHow to Use A Steam Cleaner | Autoblog Details originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Turnaround firm Conway MacKenzie becomes Conway vs. MacKenzie

  19-02-2016 20:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  Van Conway, a well-known Michigan-based corporate turnaround expert, is suing the firm he co-founded after its board of directors removed him from his position as chairman, CEO and president.
  
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• Opel reveals the GT Concept's futuristic interior

  19-02-2016 20:29
  
  Filed under: Design/Style, Geneva Motor Show, Opel, Vauxhall, Emerging Technologies, Technology, Coupe, Concept Cars, PerformanceThe Opel GT Concept utilizes artificial intelligence software that can learn drivers' preferences and tailor the vehicle to them.Continue reading Opel reveals the GT Concept's futuristic interiorOpel reveals the GT Concept's futuristic interior originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 14:29:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | E
  
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• TrueCar hires executive to 'strengthen' dealer relationships

  19-02-2016 20:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  TrueCar named its first executive vice president of dealer sales and service as the company adapts following last year's exodus of franchised dealerships.
  
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• Volvo V90, LeMons Race Van, Renault Alpine | Autoblog Podcast #467

  19-02-2016 20:01
  
  
  Filed under: PodcastsOn Episode #467 of the Autoblog Podcast, we chat about the Volvo V90, our LeMons Race Van, and the Renault Alpine Vision Concept.Continue reading Volvo V90, LeMons Race Van, Renault Alpine | Autoblog Podcast #467Volvo V90, LeMons Race Van, Renault Alpine | Autoblog Podcast #467 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 14:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Pagani Huayra BC sheds pounds to improve an already glorious hypercar

  19-02-2016 19:32
  
  Filed under: Geneva Motor Show, Pagani, Coupe, Performance, SupercarsThe Pagani Huaryra BC makes a little more power than the original coupe, but the company sheds weight wherever possible to make it an even sharper hypercar.Continue reading Pagani Huayra BC sheds pounds to improve an already glorious hypercarPagani Huayra BC sheds pounds to improve an already glorious hypercar originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 13:32:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink |
  
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• Maserati Levante shows Kubang inspiration in leaked images

  19-02-2016 19:19
  
  Filed under: Geneva Motor Show, Maserati, Crossover, Luxury, PerformanceThere are six leaked images of the new Levante CUV floating about, giving us looks at the inside, and multiple views of the Kubang-inspired exterior.Continue reading Maserati Levante shows Kubang inspiration in leaked imagesMaserati Levante shows Kubang inspiration in leaked images originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 13:19:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this |&nb
  
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• Global Automotive Coating Market Worth USD 19.36 Billion by 2020 - Analysis, Technologies & Forecast Report 2015 ... - Business Wire (press release)

  19-02-2016 18:34 via
  Global Automotive Coating Market Worth USD 19.36 Billion by 2020 - Analysis, Technologies & Forecast Report 2015 ...
  Business Wire (press release)
  Global automotive coatings market was currently valued at $14.05 billion in 2014 and is expected to reach $19.36 billion by 2020 showing a compound annual growth rate of 5.5%. Among all the regions in the world Asia Pacific is the largest market for ...and more »
  

• GM ignition-switch plaintiffs ask to revise early trial plan

  19-02-2016 18:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  Lawyers for plaintiffs suing GM over a faulty ignition switch are seeking alternatives to a plan to try five more early test cases in federal litigation against GM over the issue, after a first trial fell apart unexpectedly.
  
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• The best-selling Volkswagen is a sausage

  19-02-2016 18:10
  
  Filed under: Etc., Plants/Manufacturing, Weird Car News, Volkswagen, EuropeCurrywurst, a spicy sausage produced by VW, actually beat cars sales this year by a million units.Continue reading The best-selling Volkswagen is a sausageThe best-selling Volkswagen is a sausage originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 12:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• 2016 Mini Cooper S Convertible First Drive

  19-02-2016 18:01
  
  Filed under: MINI, First Drives, ConvertibleUnder the more bulbous sheetmetal is a torquey, tractable engine in a package that's perfect for the discerning sun-seeker.Continue reading 2016 Mini Cooper S Convertible First Drive2016 Mini Cooper S Convertible First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 12:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Ficosa and Panasonic launch connected car tech at MWC 2016

  19-02-2016 17:22
  
  Ficosa, a maker of vision, safety, connectivity and efficiency systems, and Panasonic are presenting the latest technological developments in connectivity and the 'Internet of things' for the automotive sector at Mobile World Congress 2016. The suppliers have together developed a new generation of Smart Connectivity Module (SCM) which enables all passengers to be simultaneously but independently connected through the vehicle's own connection.
  
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• FIA publishes official 2016 F1 entry list

  19-02-2016 17:20
  
  Filed under: Motorsports, RacingThe FIA has published the official Formula 1 entry list for 2016, which confirms name changes for the Renault and Manor teams.Continue reading FIA publishes official 2016 F1 entry listFIA publishes official 2016 F1 entry list originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 11:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Porsche consultancy opens UK office

  19-02-2016 17:17
  
  Porsche subsidiary MHP, headquartered in Ludwigsburg (Germany), has opened its first UK office.
  
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• Ferrari presents its 2016 F1 car, the SF16-H

  19-02-2016 17:01
  
  Filed under: Motorsports, Ferrari, RacingFerrari has presented the Formula 1 car with which it hopes to take the fight to Mercedes during the 2016 season.Continue reading Ferrari presents its 2016 F1 car, the SF16-HFerrari presents its 2016 F1 car, the SF16-H originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 11:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• FCA Bank books record net profit

  19-02-2016 17:01
  
  Fiat Chrysler's finance unit FCA Bank said on Friday (19 February) it had booked an "unprecedented EUR249.1m net profit for the year on the back of record financed volumes".
  
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• Ram beefs up commercial van digital marketing

  19-02-2016 16:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ram is adding some pep to its commercial-vehicle division's marketing with a new digital sketch-comedy series. Ram's 'This Old Van' series launched Thursday with two videos.
  
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• Koch brothers getting ready to take down electric vehicles

  19-02-2016 16:54
  
  Filed under: Green, Marketing/Advertising, Alternative Fuels, Emissions, Green Automakers, Green Culture, United States, ElectricContinue reading Koch brothers getting ready to take down electric vehiclesKoch brothers getting ready to take down electric vehicles originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 10:54:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• New facelifted Ford Kuga moves upmarket

  19-02-2016 16:52
  
  Ford hopes to battle the BMW X3 with its classier, greener Ford Kuga SUV due on sale at the end of 2016 after a Geneva Motor Show debut 2016-02-19 23:01 Ford revealed its US-spec Escape SUV at the LA Motor Show in November, and three months later the car has appeared in Europe with Kuga badges on the back. The car was expected to debut at the Geneva Motor Show, but Ford has released a suite of pictures – along with official engine and spec details – a week early.
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• Watch Danica Patrick go undercover as a Lyft driver

  19-02-2016 16:37
  
  Filed under: Celebrities, Humor, Motorsports, Videos, Chevrolet, SedanDanica Patrick spends some time as a Lyft driver and does a little stoplight drag racing with her clients in the car. They all seem to have a great time.Continue reading Watch Danica Patrick go undercover as a Lyft driverWatch Danica Patrick go undercover as a Lyft driver originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 10:37:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mercedes F1 car gets first run at Silverstone

  19-02-2016 16:01
  
  Filed under: Motorsports, Videos, Mercedes-Benz, RacingImages of the new Mercedes Formula 1 car have appeared for the first time, as the team completed a shakedown of its W07 at Silverstone on Friday.Continue reading New Mercedes F1 car gets first run at SilverstoneNew Mercedes F1 car gets first run at Silverstone originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 10:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla quietly trying to juice sales, without traditional ads

  19-02-2016 15:44
  
  Filed under: Green, Videos, Tesla, ElectricTesla has re-booted it referral program for the third time. Is also offering no-interest loans in China to boost demand.Continue reading Tesla quietly trying to juice sales, without traditional adsTesla quietly trying to juice sales, without traditional ads originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 09:44:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• How to turn your old Lada into an all-conquering ATV

  19-02-2016 15:19
  
  Filed under: Aftermarket, Videos, Russia, Sedan, ClassicsA Russian man (of course he's Russian) has fitted full-size tank treads to a Lada Riva. It is awesome.Continue reading How to turn your old Lada into an all-conquering ATVHow to turn your old Lada into an all-conquering ATV originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 09:19:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Aston Martin made for Bond 'Spectre' film sells for $3.5 million

  19-02-2016 15:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  An Aston Martin DB10 car designed for the latest James Bond film "Spectre" has sold for some $3.5 million at auction, far exceeding its reserve price.
  
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• Watch Top Gear host Matt LeBlanc drive a topless Reliant Robin

  19-02-2016 14:58
  
  Filed under: Celebrities, Humor, TV/Movies, Videos, Misc. Automakers, UK, ConvertibleMatt LeBlanc starts his Top Gear job by driving a topless Reliant Robin over 230 miles from London to Blackpool.Continue reading Watch Top Gear host Matt LeBlanc drive a topless Reliant RobinWatch Top Gear host Matt LeBlanc drive a topless Reliant Robin originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Feb 2016 08:58:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Undeclared medical conditions make millions of older drivers a risk on the road

  19-02-2016 14:31
  
  A new study reveals millions of drivers aged 65 and above fail to inform authorities of their medical conditions 2016-02-19 13:27 Millions of motorists aged 65 and above are risking their own lives and the lives of other road users by choosing not to declare their medical conditions to the authorities, a new study reveals.
  Research conducted by Direct Line Car Insurance found close to a third of older drivers have a medical condition such as visual impairment, heart condition or epilepsy which
  
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• Everspin Expands Automotive Grade MRAM Product Line - Business Wire (press release)

  19-02-2016 14:11 via
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  Everspin Expands Automotive Grade MRAM Product Line
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  CHANDLER, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everspin has announced availability of two new additions to its high performance MRAM automotive product line. The 16Mb MRAM now is available in the automotive temperature range of -40 C to 125 C and comes in ...and more »
  

• Long-term test review: SEAT Ibiza

  19-02-2016 13:57
  
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  First report: Freshly facelifted SEAT Ibiza supermini joins our fleet, and makes instant impressionMileage: 2,699
  MPG: 57.6mpg (official)
  The Ibiza has always been SEAT’s core model – it was the first car brought to the UK by the brand, back in 1984, and has proven a strong seller ever since. Over the coming months of testing, we want to find out if the latest supermini has what it takes to beat rivals like the Ford Fiesta and
  
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• THE WEEK THAT WAS - recalls and clever new tech

  19-02-2016 13:46
  
  Recall news attracted many readers on just-auto this week as yet another Takata potentially-disintegrating-airbag-inflator call-back was announced - 2.3m-odd, depending on who's counting - this time, German brands. GM also had to recall some old Saab and Saturn (remember them?) models for the same reason. (Our full Takata coverage to date is here if you've just joined us from Mars.) Meanwhile Toyota, with memories of the 2010 sudden acceleration recall debacle in the US still probably causi
  
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• "It's the DfT's job to know car accident stats - but it doesn't"

  19-02-2016 13:17
  
  Are the roads getting safer or more dangerous? Mike Rutherford wants to know - but the DfT doesn't seem to 2016-02-20 08:00 Before attempting anything in life, it's not a bad idea to be aware of the risks involved. With this in mind, how many people were killed or injured in traffic accidents on the roads, cycle lanes and pavements over the last 12 months or so?
  Year on year and all things considered, are they getting safer or more dangerous? We deserve to know. And it's the job of the Governme
  
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• Delphi's New Integrated Radar and Camera (RACam) 77GHz Automotive Radar with Receiver and Transmitter ... - PR Newswire (press release)

  19-02-2016 13:17 via
  Delphi's New Integrated Radar and Camera (RACam) 77GHz Automotive Radar with Receiver and Transmitter ...
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  The new integrated Radar and Camera (RACam) 77GHz automotive radar from Delphi integrates receiver and transmitter components from Infineon. These components use the latest SiGe:C HBT technology. The two bare dies RF component are developed ...and more »
  

• JLR delays Brazil assembly start as Jeep and VW ramp up new models

  19-02-2016 12:41
  An executive reshuffle, Mardi Gras holidays and the ever worsening economy amid a deepening recession have all combined in this first quarter of 2016 to delay final construction work on Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover assembly plant in Itatiaia, 174km/108 miles west of Rio de Janeiro City. Now opening is postponed a little to late April or early May.
  
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• Chauffeurless Audi A8 takes film star to red carpet

  19-02-2016 12:27
  
  Audi says a completely driverless A8 whisked movie star Daniel Brühl to the red carpet at Berlin's Berlinale Film Festival this week.
  
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• Chaufferless Audi A8 takes film star to red carpet

  19-02-2016 12:27
  
  Audi says a completely driverless A8 whisked movie star Daniel Brühl to the red carpet at Berlin's Berlinale Film Festival this week.
  
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• 2016 London Classic Car Show picture gallery

  19-02-2016 12:25
  
  Take a look at the amazing cars of the 2016 London Classic Car Show 2016-02-19 11:45 The 2016 London Classic Car Show is upon us, which gives us the best opportunity to drool over and dream of owning some of the coolest cars in history.
  The event, held at the ExCel centre in London’s docklands, is a must-see for the discerning car enthusiast. This year, 2009 Formula One World Champion Jenson Button attended the preview event, along with fellow F1 driver Bruno Senna, Alain de Cadenet and J
  
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• Best of British: the mavericks of Morgan

  19-02-2016 12:09
  
  Quirky industry outsider Morgan is ready to cause a stir with its first-ever all-electric model2016-02-19 11:15 Morgan has been defying the critics for years, and is about to shock the motoring world with its first electric car. For a firm accused of living in the past and using outdated production methods to build its classic sports cars, Morgan says its electric venture will prove it is very much at the cutting edge of technology.
  The Government clearly believes in Morgan, because it has
  
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• Possible Toyota RAV4 seat defect found after fatal crash, Canada says

  19-02-2016 12:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  Canada's transport ministry said it had found a potential seat-related defect in one of Toyota's popular models after a fatal crash that led to a global recall of nearly 3 million vehicles by the world's top-selling automaker.
  
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• Mercedes faces lawsuit in US over diesel emissions

  19-02-2016 11:58
  
  Mercedes-Benz in the US faces a class action lawsuit from the owner of Mercedes BlueTEC diesel car that accuses it of knowingly programming so-called 'clean diesel' cars to emit illegally excessive levels of nitrogen oxides.
  
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• GM invests US$148m in V8 engine manufacturing

  19-02-2016 11:30
  
  General Motors says it will invest US$148m to repurpose flexible machining and assembly equipment at its Spring Hill Manufacturing plant to build V8 engines to meet market demand, retaining approximately 200 jobs.
  
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• Maruti to boost output at existing plants - report

  19-02-2016 10:53
  
  Maruti Suzuki is expected to increase production at its existing plants in Gurgaon and Manesar to meet demand till the new, Suzuki Motor-owned factory in Gujarat comes on stream by January 2017.
  
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• Volvo's Polestar performance cars to get four-cylinder power

  19-02-2016 10:40
  
  Volvo's performance brand Polestar is looking at smaller engines as part of range revamp before 2019 2016-02-19 10:28 Volvo's Polestar brand will follow Volvo's philosophy of using lighter four-cylinder engines when new models launch as part of a range revamp. Like the S90, V90 and XC90, the next performance Volvo is set to feature a highly-tuned four-cylinder unit.
  Auto Express tested a 450bhp prototype four-cylinder engine in 2014, which will make an appearance in a future Polestar model - po
  
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• Lexus plans “fun-to-drive” range revolution

  19-02-2016 10:36
  
  Lexus cars will get “more dynamic and emotional”. New Multi-Stage hybrid tech on the LC500h is “just the beginning”. 2016-02-19 11:30 Lexus has undergone a radical exterior design revolution in the past few years, but now senior executives are telling us to expect forthcoming models will “become more emotional and dynamic” to drive.
  The LC500h debuts a brand-new ‘Multi Stage Hybrid’ petrol-electric powertrain. It uses a combination of the fam
  
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• India's Automotive Industry Benefits from ITB Helping to Spread the Knowledge-Base - Press Release Rocket

  19-02-2016 09:13 via
  India's Automotive Industry Benefits from ITB Helping to Spread the Knowledge-Base
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  The ITB Group held two of its conferences in Pune, India: the Automotive Interiors and the Fuel and Urea Systems. The events explored the needs of the Indian consumer as it relates to the development in the automotive interiors and fuel and urea systems.and more »
  

• TrueCar plots recovery as losses widen

  19-02-2016 01:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  Car-shopping website TrueCar Inc. reported a 15 percent rise in fourth-quarter revenue but a sharply wider net loss of $27.
  
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• Ryan Reynolds' one-off Triumph is a thing of beauty

  19-02-2016 00:01
  
  Filed under: Aftermarket, Celebrities, Videos, MotorcycleAside from a role as Deadpool and a spot in a Hyundai Super Bowl commercial, actor Ryan Reynolds is one hell of a bike fiend.Continue reading Ryan Reynolds' one-off Triumph is a thing of beautyRyan Reynolds' one-off Triumph is a thing of beauty originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 18 Feb 2016 18:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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