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• How to remove car emblems | Autoblog Details

  08-04-2016 23:32
  
  Filed under: Ownership, Videos, Auto Repair, Maintenance, Autoblog DetailsRemoving car emblems is another way to customize your car, but how do you do it with the best chance of success? Find out today on this episode of Autoblog Details.Continue reading How to remove car emblems | Autoblog DetailsHow to remove car emblems | Autoblog Details originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 16:32:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Two morons joyride a Mustang convertible in LA traffic

  08-04-2016 23:15
  
  Filed under: Government/Legal, Humor, Videos, Weird Car News, Ford, Driving, Safety, Convertible, Coupe, Performance, Police/EmergencyThere are few things as fun as breaking the rear-end loose on rainy streets in a powerful American muscle car.Continue reading Two morons joyride a Mustang convertible in LA trafficTwo morons joyride a Mustang convertible in LA traffic originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 16:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email
  
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• We dialed a random Swede, talked about not driving Volvos

  08-04-2016 23:00
  
  Filed under: Government/Legal, Green, Marketing/Advertising, Toyota, Volvo, AutoblogGreen Exclusive, Green Culture, Europe, HybridThe Swedish Tourist Association wants you to call up a random Swede. So we did.Continue reading We dialed a random Swede, talked about not driving VolvosWe dialed a random Swede, talked about not driving Volvos originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 16:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Automakers, safety advocates warn U.S. over rush to deploy autonomous cars

  08-04-2016 22:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Auto industry and consumer representatives warned Friday that U.S. auto safety regulators' push to aid autonomous car deployments may be too aggressive, and urged greater transparency and public input in policies covering self-driving technology.
  
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• Hennessey claims the Venom GT just beat its own speed record

  08-04-2016 22:30
  
  Filed under: Aftermarket, Videos, Misc. Automakers, Convertible, Performance, RacingHennessey Performance Engineering is going to smash its own world record on Monday, teasing a run that goes past 270.49 miles per hour.Continue reading Hennessey claims the Venom GT just beat its own speed recordHennessey claims the Venom GT just beat its own speed record originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 15:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this |&
  
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• Tesla Model 3, Ford In Mexico, French Return | Autoblog Podcast #473

  08-04-2016 22:00
  
  
  Filed under: Green, Podcasts, Ford, Tesla, Citroen, PeugeotOn Episode #473, we talk about the Tesla Model 3, Ford's investment in Mexico, a return to the US of French Cars, and more!Continue reading Tesla Model 3, Ford In Mexico, French Return | Autoblog Podcast #473Tesla Model 3, Ford In Mexico, French Return | Autoblog Podcast #473 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW will be featured marque at 2016 Goodwood Festival of Speed

  08-04-2016 21:30
  
  Filed under: BMW, UK, Classics, Concept CarsBMW will take center stage at Goodwood with a 328 Mille Miglia Roadster, a Brabham BT52 F1 car, and a Le Mans-winning V12 LMR featured on the sculpture.Continue reading BMW will be featured marque at 2016 Goodwood Festival of SpeedBMW will be featured marque at 2016 Goodwood Festival of Speed originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 14:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• New front fascia, seats coming to Tesla Model S

  08-04-2016 21:00
  
  Filed under: Green, Rumormill, Tesla, ElectricWe hear that the Tesla Model S will soon get a tweaked front fascia, new seats, and new LED headlights. Maybe even by next week.Continue reading New front fascia, seats coming to Tesla Model SNew front fascia, seats coming to Tesla Model S originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 14:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• The Effeffe Berlinetta is a brand new 1960s Italian GT

  08-04-2016 20:01
  
  Filed under: Alfa Romeo, Misc. Automakers, Europe, Coupe, Classics, SpecialtyThe Italian creation has been designed to look like a 1960s aluminum dream, even though it's completely new.Continue reading The Effeffe Berlinetta is a brand new 1960s Italian GTThe Effeffe Berlinetta is a brand new 1960s Italian GT originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 13:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW relaunches U.S. car-sharing program as ReachNow

  08-04-2016 20:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Six months after shutting down its San Francisco car-sharing pilot due to a lack of help from city government, BMW is restarting the program with 370 cars, added services and a new name: ReachNow.
  
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• BRIEF-Nippon paint increasing production of automotive coatings in emerging countries - Nikkei - Reuters

  08-04-2016 19:46
  BRIEF-Nippon paint increasing production of automotive coatings in emerging countries - Nikkei
  Reuters
  April 8 (Reuters) -. * Nippon Paint Holdings Is Increasing Its Production Of Automotive Coatings In Emerging Countries - Nikkei. * In Mexico, Nippon Paint Aims To Have New Automotive Coatings, Water-Based Paints Plant In Service In Central State Of ...
  

• Ford Mustang outsold Audi TT and Porsche 911 in Germany

  08-04-2016 19:44
  
  Filed under: Audi, Ford, Porsche, Car Buying, Europe, Coupe, PerformanceMarch 2016 was not good for Germany's sports cars, as two of the best, the Audi TT and Porsche 911, were outsold by the Ford Mustang in their home market.Continue reading Ford Mustang outsold Audi TT and Porsche 911 in GermanyFord Mustang outsold Audi TT and Porsche 911 in Germany originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 12:44:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this |&nbs
  
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• Chris Hodges has been in automotive business nearly 25 years, and "I still love what I do" - The Telegraph

  08-04-2016 19:44
  Chris Hodges has been in automotive business nearly 25 years, and "I still love what I do"
  The Telegraph
  Chris Hodges, owner; Byron Tire Co., 299 New Dunbar Rd., Byron; 956-3551. Hours: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-noon Saturday. How long have you been in business?: I've been with the business since '99 and owned it since 2001.
  

• Bosch considers stake in digital map maker Here

  08-04-2016 19:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Auto supplier Bosch said Friday it was in talks with high-definition digital maps company Here and is exploring whether to take a stake.
  
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• Mercedes-Benz diesels use cheat device, claims lawsuit

  08-04-2016 19:30
  
  Filed under: Government/Legal, Green, Mercedes-Benz, DieselHagens Berman has filed a class-action suit that claims Mercedes vehicles 'do not meet emission standards in virtually all real world driving conditions.'Continue reading Mercedes-Benz diesels use cheat device, claims lawsuitMercedes-Benz diesels use cheat device, claims lawsuit originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 12:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Russia car market decline eases to 10% in March

  08-04-2016 19:17
  
  Sales of new passenger cars and LCVs in Russia decreased by 10% in March, according to data released by the AEB.
  
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• The 2017 Volvo V60 T6 AWD gets better with a Polestar ECU

  08-04-2016 19:01
  
  Filed under: Volvo, Quick Spins, PerformanceDesigned for the S60, V60, and XC60 in T6 AWD trim, this ECU upgrade is supposed to improve drivability instead of outright speed.Continue reading The 2017 Volvo V60 T6 AWD gets better with a Polestar ECUThe 2017 Volvo V60 T6 AWD gets better with a Polestar ECU originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 12:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• BRIC Automotive Plastics Market Report 2015-2020 - Analysis, Technologies & Forecasts - Key Vendors: BASF, Bayer ... - Business Wire (press release)

  08-04-2016 18:57
  BRIC Automotive Plastics Market Report 2015-2020 - Analysis, Technologies & Forecasts - Key Vendors: BASF, Bayer ...
  Business Wire (press release)
  This report examines the Automotive Plastics' market for the period 2015-2020. The primary objective of the report is to offer insights about the market and potential market opportunities in the BRIC automotive plastics market. The usage of plastic ...and more »
  

• Do you want a cheap amphibious Lamborghini Countach?

  08-04-2016 18:45
  
  Filed under: Aftermarket, Design/Style, Weird Car News, Lamborghini, Auctions, UK, Coupe, Performance, Specialty, SupercarsThis amphibious Lamborghini Countach needs some work, but you could be the coolest person on the lake after getting the supercar water-worthy again. It only costs the equivalent of $26,790.Continue reading Do you want a cheap amphibious Lamborghini Countach?Do you want a cheap amphibious Lamborghini Countach? originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 11:45:00 EST.P
  
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• Volkswagen announces increased sales goals for the US market (again)

  08-04-2016 18:15
  
  Filed under: Volkswagen, Open RoadAfter a disastrous year, VW needs to do more than repeat empty words. ​Lesson number one is to realize that US consumers are a different breed than Europeans.Continue reading Volkswagen announces increased sales goals for the US market (again)Volkswagen announces increased sales goals for the US market (again) originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 11:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | 
  
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• Large Outflow of Money Witnessed in Delphi Automotive plc - Street Edition

  08-04-2016 18:06
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  Large Outflow of Money Witnessed in Delphi Automotive plc
  Street Edition
  Delphi Automotive plc (NYSE:DLPH) surged 0.03% during the last session. The last traded price was up 0.02 points at $71.68. The data for the fund flow suggests that the net intraday money flow was $(-4.32) million. The fund value in upticks was ...
  Analyst Research Summary: Delphi Automotive PLC (DLPH)Zergwatch
  Stock Earnings Estimates Under Consideration- Delphi Automotive PLC (DLPH)CWRU Observer
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• Uber settles background check lawsuit in California

  08-04-2016 18:01
  
  Filed under: GreenUber promises never to describe its service as the "safest ride on the road" or call its background check process "the gold standard" again. That's one of the terms it agreed to when it hashed out a settlement agreement with the San Francisco and Los Angeles District Attorney's offices.
  Continue reading Uber settles background check lawsuit in CaliforniaUber settles background check lawsuit in California originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 11:01:00 EST.Please se
  
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• AutoTech Ventures, armed with $75 million, scouts for startups

  08-04-2016 17:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A California venture capital firm has raised about $75 million to bankroll early-stage technologies enabling autonomous driving, improved cybersecurity in cars, entertainment systems and other automotive next big things.
  
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• Karamba brings cybersecurity to the automotive market for connected cars - Network World

  08-04-2016 17:35
  EETE Automotive (registration)
  Karamba brings cybersecurity to the automotive market for connected cars
  Network World
  White hat hackers proved that it's possible to attack a car in motion. Karamba Security has an embedded security solution that prevents tampering. Email a friend. To. Use commas to separate multiple email addresses. From. Get a new challenge Get an ...
  Israeli startup raises $2.5M to thwart car hackersEETE Automotive (registration)all 7 news articles »
  

• Visteon, former CEO Leuliette tussle over retirement package

  08-04-2016 17:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  Visteon is preparing to battle former president and CEO Tim Leuliette in court over his retirement compensation package.
  
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• Pelzmans reflect on 36 years of John's Automotive - SW News Media

  08-04-2016 17:19
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  Pelzmans reflect on 36 years of John's Automotive
  SW News Media
  Linda and John Pelzman recently closed their shop, John's Automotive Service, after 36 years of business. Buy this photo · John Pelzman. Submitted photo. John Pelzman. “John gets into his work” states the caption on this photo, which hung at John's ...
  

• Surveillance starts on European tyre market - Automotive World (press release)

  08-04-2016 17:10
  Surveillance starts on European tyre market
  Automotive World (press release)
  In January 2016, European Commissioners met with representatives from the automotive sector in Brussels. They decided to decision to set up a 'High Level Group' on the Competitiveness and Sustainable Growth of the Automotive Industry in the EU (GEAR ...and more »
  

• Imported vehicles to South Korea up in March

  08-04-2016 17:09
  
  Sales of imported vehicles in South Korea rebounded in March, by 8.1% to 24,094 units compared with 22,280 units a year ago, according to the monthly report released by the Korea Automobile Importers and Distributors Association.
  
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• Honda again recalls Fit range for faulty parts

  08-04-2016 17:06
  
  Honda Motor Co is recalling up to 238,000 Fit small cars and Vezel crossover models worldwide as the company continues to struggle to rectify quality issues on the Fit range.
  
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• What $40k worth of lights and chrome does to a JDM truck

  08-04-2016 17:01
  
  Filed under: Design/Style, Etc., Videos, Misc. Automakers, Mitsubishi, Japan, Truck, Commercial VehiclesDekotora is the Japanese culture of semi truck customizing, and this documentary lets you take a ride with one owner who explains why he does it. The guy has over a million miles on his truck and over $40,000 invested into its lights and polished metal.Continue reading What $40k worth of lights and chrome does to a JDM truckWhat $40k worth of lights and chrome does to a JDM truck originally ap
  
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• Clarkson, Hammond, and May can't think of a new name for show

  08-04-2016 16:58
  
  Filed under: Celebrities, TV/Movies, Videos, UKIt sounds like Amazon's new motoring show is coming along very nicely.Continue reading Clarkson, Hammond, and May can't think of a new name for showClarkson, Hammond, and May can't think of a new name for show originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 09:58:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• SIAM cuts India market forecasts

  08-04-2016 16:53
  
  India's automotive trade association, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has cut its market growth forecast for the current financial year (ending March 31, 2017) to 6-8%.
  
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• Isuzu celebrates 100th birthday with £30k D-Max Centurion

  08-04-2016 16:46
  
  Limited-run Isuzu D-Max Centurion pick-up marks a century in business for Isuzu, with £11,000 worth of optional extras 2016-04-09 00:01 Isuzu is celebrating a very important milestone with this: the Isuzu D-Max 'Centurion'. Just 100 examples will be brought to the UK, and it's on sale from 9 April - the 100th day of the year. There's no prizes for guessing which anniversary Isuzu intends to mark.
  Yes, the Japanese brand is celebrating 100 years since it first set up shop in Tokyo, an
  
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• Chart hits: UK's most popular cars of the last 50 years

  08-04-2016 16:28
  
  10 Apr, 2016 11:00am
  We follow the trends in the UK’s new car market by revealing the most popular cars over five decades Pete Baiden The Ford Fiesta is once again dominating the latest sales figures, but it hasn't always been the most popular car in the UK. To find out what other cars have been successful in the past, we delved into the archives to find out what have been the most popular cars over the last 50 years.
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• Toyota wants autonomous 'guardian angel' to help drivers

  08-04-2016 16:15
  
  Filed under: Toyota, Driving, Safety, Emerging Technologies, Autonomous, FutureSome of the leading companies in the race to develop self-driving cars have insisted the quickest path toward an autonomous future is to eliminate human involvement in the driving process. Toyota executives see the benefit of keeping drivers around.Continue reading Toyota wants autonomous 'guardian angel' to help driversToyota wants autonomous 'guardian angel' to help drivers originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08
  
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• Smaller cities and SUVs boost Chinese car market

  08-04-2016 16:15
  
  Analysis undertaken by JATO shows that China's new car market continues to be affected by the economic slowdown and the introduction of car purchase restrictions in eight key cities, but the market is growing because of higher demand elsewhere in China.
  
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• Global Automotive Pumps Market Growth of 3.8% CAGR by 2025 - Analysis, Technologies & Forecasts Report 2015 ... - Business Wire (press release)

  08-04-2016 16:15
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  Global Automotive Pumps Market Growth of 3.8% CAGR by 2025 - Analysis, Technologies & Forecasts Report 2015 ...
  Business Wire (press release)
  The global automotive pumps market has been estimated to be valued at US$ 44,569.72 Mn in 2015, which is anticipated to increase at a CAGR of 3.8% during the forecast period (2015-2025). This is expected to attract global manufacturers to invest in ...
  Research focused on the Global automotive gear oil industry consumption forecast to 2021W
  

• Inmon Automotive Services goes extra mile - Florida Today

  08-04-2016 16:12
  Florida Today
  Inmon Automotive Services goes extra mile
  Florida Today
  Business Spotlight: Inmon Automotive Services. Address: 55 N Tropical Trail, Suite A. Owners: Ivan and Terry Inmon. Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Phone: 321-453-3281. On the Web: www.inmonauto.com. Describe your business: We repair and ...
  

• Hyundai recalls 173,000 Sonatas for potential power steering hazard

  08-04-2016 16:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  NHTSA says the midsize sedan made from late December 2009 through late October 2010 may have a damaged circuit board that could cause the loss of power steering.
  
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• Four must­-have car accessories for the modern driver

  08-04-2016 16:00
  
  Filed under: Ownership, Driving, GadgetsFrom innovative car chargers to dashcams and universal car mounts, we've rounded up deals on the items no driver should be without.Continue reading Four must­-have car accessories for the modern driverFour must­-have car accessories for the modern driver originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 09:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford Motor Company declares dividend for second quarter 2016 - Automotive World (press release)

  08-04-2016 15:56
  Ford Motor Company declares dividend for second quarter 2016
  Automotive World (press release)
  The Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company declared a second quarter dividend of $0.15 per share on the company's outstanding Class B and common stock. The second quarter dividend is the same level as the regular dividend paid in the first quarter of ...and more »
  

• Why are teens driving less? The Internet, maybe

  08-04-2016 15:28
  
  Filed under: Green, Ownership, Green Culture, Transportation Alternatives, DrivingMore data from the Federal Highway Administration shows that teenagers are driving less.Continue reading Why are teens driving less? The Internet, maybeWhy are teens driving less? The Internet, maybe originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Apr 2016 08:28:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota to establish third research facility in Ann Arbor, Michigan

  08-04-2016 15:14
  
  Dr. Gill Pratt, CEO of the Toyota Research Institute (TRI), has announced that Toyota will establish its third TRI facility in the US.
  
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• Top EHS Consulting Considerations for the Automotive Segment - 3BL Media (press release)

  08-04-2016 15:10
  3BL Media (press release)
  Top EHS Consulting Considerations for the Automotive Segment
  3BL Media (press release)
  What are the top EHS consulting considerations for the Automotive industry? Let's break it down: http://bit.ly/1RGtKO2 @AnteaGroup. Multimedia from this Release. Blog. Friday, April 8, 2016 - 9:05am. Top EHS Consulting Considerations for the Automotive ...and more »
  

• Global Analysis of the Automotive NVH Materials Market - Emphasis on Lightweighting and Demand for Enhanced ... - Business Wire (press release)

  08-04-2016 13:53
  Global Analysis of the Automotive NVH Materials Market - Emphasis on Lightweighting and Demand for Enhanced ...
  Business Wire (press release)
  The use of gasoline direct-injection (GDI) engines, especially in North America, requires engine encapsulants to ensure noise and vibration absorption, thereby providing high growth opportunities for material suppliers. Asia-Pacific (APAC) provides ...and more »
  

• Denso invests in TriLuminar laser tech company

  08-04-2016 13:51
  
  Denso International America, Inc. has invested in TriLumina Corp., a semiconductor laser technology company that focuses on providing light sources for LiDAR and interior illumination products.
  
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• 'Jaguar Land Rover ranks as one of the most daring car firms on the planet'

  08-04-2016 13:44
  
  JLR is giving rivals a real lesson in creativity, along with taking care of costly third-party activities, says Mike Rutherford 2016-04-08 12:52 I’ve long argued that major motor manufacturing groups should do more than build engines and cars.
  When I was invited to Rick Wagoner’s office in Detroit, the then boss of General Motors complained to me that he was forced to spend more on hospital bills for employees than on steel for cars. 
  I suggested to him that he could drast
  
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• Mercedes-Benz hits Q1 record for car sales

  08-04-2016 13:41
  
  Mercedes-Benz delivered 198,921 cars to customers in March, more than ever before in one month (+8.4%)
  
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• THE WEEK THAT WAS - PSA Groupe embraces 'Push to Pass'

  08-04-2016 13:15
  These are interesting times for PSA Peugeot Citroën or, as it now wants to be known, PSA Groupe.
  
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• Mercedes diesel owners file lawsuit in U.S. over diesel emissions

  08-04-2016 13:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Owners of Mercedes diesel cars filed a lawsuit in the U.S. saying the vehicles likely contained a "defeat device" used to skirt emissions rules, a claim that Mercedes denied again.
  
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