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• Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla dashcam catches thief, Joe Biden loses Tesla bet

  02-05-2016 23:58
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Government/Legal,Green,Videos,Tesla,Volkswagen,Alternative Fuels,Green Automakers,Diesel,ElectricTesla break-in caught on camera. Biden loses a $10 bet against a Tesla. DOE and DOT will partner on smart, clean transport. Volkswagen begins diesel fix in Europe.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla dashcam catches thief, Joe Biden loses Tesla bet Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla dashcam catches thief, Joe Biden loses Tesla bet originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 1
  
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• Warren Buffett: Self-driving cars will upend car insurance

  02-05-2016 23:50
  
  Filed under: Videos, Insurance, Technology, AutonomousAt least two prominent billionaires believe the arrival of self-driving cars will eventually spell the end of the auto insurance industry. Speaking on CNBC's "Squawk Box" on Monday morning, Warren Buffett and Bill Gates said they believe autonomous vehicles will upend car insurers.Continue reading Warren Buffett: Self-driving cars will upend car insuranceWarren Buffett: Self-driving cars will upend car insurance originally appeared on Autoblo
  
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• Millennials trust autonomous-driving features more than older consumers

  02-05-2016 23:50
  
  Filed under: Green, Ownership, United StatesYounger drivers have more faith in self-driving features than older counterparts, J.D. Power study says.Continue reading Millennials trust autonomous-driving features more than older consumersMillennials trust autonomous-driving features more than older consumers originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 17:02:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes' midsize pickup looks good, probably won't come to US

  02-05-2016 23:50
  
  Filed under: Design/Style, Spy Photos, Mercedes-Benz, TruckMercedes is hard at work on a midsize truck. Here's our latest look.Continue reading Mercedes' midsize pickup looks good, probably won't come to USMercedes' midsize pickup looks good, probably won't come to US originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 17:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• VW Amarok's facelift, new diesel V6 make us want it even more

  02-05-2016 23:45
  
  Filed under: Green, Volkswagen, Europe, Truck, Commercial Vehicles, DieselLots of new stuff for the four-door pickup, but we still won't get it in the US.Continue reading VW Amarok's facelift, new diesel V6 make us want it even moreVW Amarok's facelift, new diesel V6 make us want it even more originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 16:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Volkswagen Amarok's new V6 makes pickup even more appealing

  02-05-2016 23:45
  
  Filed under: Green, Volkswagen, Europe, Truck, Commercial Vehicles, DieselLots of new stuff for the four-door pickup, but we still won't get it in the US.Continue reading Volkswagen Amarok's new V6 makes pickup even more appealingVolkswagen Amarok's new V6 makes pickup even more appealing originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 16:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Deserts are no match for the Ford F-150 Raptor

  02-05-2016 23:05
  
  Filed under: Videos, Ford, Truck, Off-Road, PerformanceFord wants you to know that just because the new F-150 Raptor uses a V6 and is made from aluminum, it's still a proper off-road weapon.Continue reading Deserts are no match for the Ford F-150 RaptorDeserts are no match for the Ford F-150 Raptor originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 16:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• The Fiat 124 Spider configurator is live

  02-05-2016 22:15
  
  Filed under: Etc., Fiat, Car Buying, Convertible, PerformanceFiat has fired up its configurator for the new 124 Spider, giving fans of the Fiata a chance to build their ideal example of the Mazda MX-5-based roadster.Continue reading The Fiat 124 Spider configurator is liveThe Fiat 124 Spider configurator is live originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 15:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford fined $1 million by Mexico's environmental prosecutor

  02-05-2016 22:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Mexico's environmental prosecutor Profepa said today that it was fining Ford's local unit for selling vehicles in Mexico without the proper environmental certifications.
  
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• VW, UAW officials to meet on labor dispute at Tenn. plant

  02-05-2016 21:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Volkswagen AG and UAW officials will meet later this month in an effort to overcome a labor dispute at the VW plant in Tennessee.
  
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• Kangaroo gives driver the scare of his life

  02-05-2016 21:21
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Videos,Weird Car NewsA driver in Castlemaine, Australia came face to face with an athletic Kangaroo on a dark road over the weekend.Continue reading Kangaroo gives driver the scare of his life Kangaroo gives driver the scare of his life originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 15:21:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Picture yourself rolling in Tupac Shakur's 1996 Hummer

  02-05-2016 21:02
  
  Filed under: Celebrities, GM, Hummer, Auctions, SUV, Diesel, Off-RoadTupac Shakur allegedly bought this 1996 Hummer a month before his untimely death. Now the rapper's SUV is up for auction.Continue reading Picture yourself rolling in Tupac Shakur's 1996 HummerPicture yourself rolling in Tupac Shakur's 1996 Hummer originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 14:41:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Elio's 50% reservation bonus worth up to $500 ends this month

  02-05-2016 20:59
  
  Filed under: Green, Fuel Efficiency, Green AutomakersElio Motors is offering a reservation bonus worth 50% of your money, up to $500 for a $1,000 non-refundable deposit.Continue reading Elio's 50% reservation bonus worth up to $500 ends this monthElio's 50% reservation bonus worth up to $500 ends this month originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 13:59:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Elio brings back 50% reservation bonus worth up to $500

  02-05-2016 20:59
  
  Filed under: Green, Fuel Efficiency, Green AutomakersElio Motors is once again offering a reservation bonus worth 50% of your money, up to $500 for a $1,000 non-refundable deposit.Continue reading Elio brings back 50% reservation bonus worth up to $500Elio brings back 50% reservation bonus worth up to $500 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 13:59:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Acura launches ad campaign for 30th anniversary

  02-05-2016 20:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Instead of cake and candles, Acura is running a new ad campaign for the brand's 30th anniversary.
  
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• Sergio Marchionne confirms Ferrari LaFerrari Spider

  02-05-2016 20:22
  
  Filed under: Ferrari, Convertible, PerformanceFerrari's new CEO, Sergio Marchionne, confirmed his company will build a Spider version of its range-topping LaFerrari hypercar.Continue reading Sergio Marchionne confirms Ferrari LaFerrari SpiderSergio Marchionne confirms Ferrari LaFerrari Spider originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 13:22:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• New Audi A5 to debut in Ingolstadt on June 2

  02-05-2016 20:15
  
  Filed under: Audi, Germany, Coupe, Luxury, PerformanceGiven how attractive the new A4 sedan is, we're expecting a lot from the new A5 coupe.Continue reading New Audi A5 to debut in Ingolstadt on June 2New Audi A5 to debut in Ingolstadt on June 2 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 13:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• 2016 Toyota Prius can tow a 1,600-pound trailer, for some reason

  02-05-2016 19:59
  
  Filed under: Green, Toyota, HybridProperly equipped and thanks to new heat management tech, the latest Toyota Prius will tow a trailer up to 1,600 pounds.Continue reading 2016 Toyota Prius can tow a 1,600-pound trailer, for some reason2016 Toyota Prius can tow a 1,600-pound trailer, for some reason originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 12:59:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• F1 Race recap: 2016 Russian Grand Prix same as it ever was

  02-05-2016 19:30
  
  Filed under: Motorsports, Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Russia, RacingThe Russian Formula 1 Grand Prix played its usual trick of an exciting first few corners followed by a procession.Continue reading F1 Race recap: 2016 Russian Grand Prix same as it ever wasF1 Race recap: 2016 Russian Grand Prix same as it ever was originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 12:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• 2017 Ford Escape First Drive

  02-05-2016 19:01
  
  Filed under: Ford, First Drives, Crossover, SUVThe 2017 Ford Escape is a big improvement on what was an already remarkable crossover, and the customer-focused changes pay dividends to the Escape faithful.Continue reading 2017 Ford Escape First Drive2017 Ford Escape First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 12:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• 2017 Ford Escape AWD First Drive

  02-05-2016 19:01
  
  Filed under: Ford, First Drives, Crossover, SUVThe 2017 Ford Escape is a big improvement on what was an already remarkable crossover, and the customer-focused changes pay dividends to the Escape faithful.Continue reading 2017 Ford Escape AWD First Drive2017 Ford Escape AWD First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 12:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Marchionne takes total control of Ferrari as CEO and chairman

  02-05-2016 18:45
  
  Filed under: Hirings/Firings/Layoffs, FerrariAmedeo Felisa has stepped down from his role as Ferrari CEO, his duties passing to an overworked Sergio Marchionne immediately.Continue reading Marchionne takes total control of Ferrari as CEO and chairmanMarchionne takes total control of Ferrari as CEO and chairman originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 11:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• New Top Gear host not sure why Jeremy Clarkson was fired

  02-05-2016 18:25
  
  Filed under: Celebrities, TV/Movies, UKWith Clarkson's long history of offenses, new Top Gear host Chris Evans finds it strange that Jezza hitting a coworker was the last straw.Continue reading New Top Gear host not sure why Jeremy Clarkson was firedNew Top Gear host not sure why Jeremy Clarkson was fired originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 11:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Talladega race is crash-tastic, Dale Jr. loses steering wheel

  02-05-2016 18:15
  
  Filed under: Motorsports, RacingFittingly sponsored, the Geico 500 is the worst racing you'll see all year. Unless you like crashes, in which case this is the Wrestlemania of NASCAR.Continue reading Talladega race is crash-tastic, Dale Jr. loses steering wheelTalladega race is crash-tastic, Dale Jr. loses steering wheel originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 11:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla Model 3 confirmed to get Ludicrous option

  02-05-2016 17:54
  
  Filed under: Green, Tesla, Sedan, ElectricAlmost as an aside on Twitter, Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirms that the upcoming Model 3 electric vehicle will have a Ludicrous Mode option.Continue reading Tesla Model 3 confirmed to get Ludicrous optionTesla Model 3 confirmed to get Ludicrous option originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 10:54:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Gasoline delivery startups want to fill up cars anywhere, but is it allowed?

  02-05-2016 17:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A new crop of startups are trying to make gasoline stations obsolete. Tap an app, and they'll bring the fuel to you, filling up your car while you're at work, eating breakfast, or watching Netflix.
  
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• Nissan takes new ad path after U.S. exec ripped agencies

  02-05-2016 17:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Nissan is making a new safety pitch in U.S. ads breaking this week as part of a larger marketing overhaul that will take full effect in June.
  
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• ISIS working on driverless car bombs, says NATO security expert

  02-05-2016 16:56
  
  Filed under: Middle East, Emerging Technologies, AutonomousVehicles for use in terror attacks are reportedly being developed in Raqqa.Continue reading ISIS working on driverless car bombs, says NATO security expertISIS working on driverless car bombs, says NATO security expert originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 10:35:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW replaces tri-turbo diesel with a quad turbo

  02-05-2016 16:20
  
  Filed under: BMW, Sedan, Diesel, Luxury, PerformanceThe new quad-turbodiesel produces almost 400 horsepower.Continue reading BMW replaces tri-turbo diesel with a quad turboBMW replaces tri-turbo diesel with a quad turbo originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 09:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Jet-powered hoverboard shatters world record

  02-05-2016 15:45
  
  Filed under: Etc., Videos, Transportation Alternatives, Emerging Technologies, Gadgets, FutureThe "Flyboard Air" from inventor Franky Zapata is real, spectacular and just set a world record for the longest hoverboard flight of all time.
  Continue reading Jet-powered hoverboard shatters world recordJet-powered hoverboard shatters world record originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 08:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Porsche Panamera wagon won't come to America until 2018

  02-05-2016 15:27
  
  Filed under: Porsche, Wagon, Luxury, PerformancePorsche's US chief confirms that a Sport Turismo wagon version of the next-generation Panamera will be sold stateside, but not right away.Continue reading Porsche Panamera wagon won't come to America until 2018Porsche Panamera wagon won't come to America until 2018 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 May 2016 08:27:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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• Takata sets aside additional $189 million to cover airbag recall costs

  02-05-2016 13:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Takata raised provisions for its airbag recalls that involve more than a dozen auto manufacturers, after denying reports that the biggest safety crisis in the industry's history will expand further.
  
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• The 'junk bond king' held court at 4 a.m.

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Former Ford and Chrysler public relations chief Jason Vines is out with a new book - this one co-authored by former American Motors CEO Joe Cappy.
  
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• Subaru aims to sell more Impreza sedans

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Subaru has long leaned on the five-door version of the Impreza for volume in the small-car segment. But with the next-generation arriving this year, Subaru wants the sedan variant to do more heavy lifting.
  
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• Porsche to sell Panamera wagon in U.S.

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Porsche continues to expand its product offering outside traditional sports cars. The brand's U.S. CEO confirms Porsche will begin selling a wagon variant of its Panamera sports sedan in the U.S.
  
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• Porsche speeds ahead with 911 turbo; purists fret

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Porsche's U.S. leader thinks sales of the iconic 911 can go higher. Potential buyers nervous about the nameplate's move to turbocharged engines who test out the cars will be won over by its improvements, he says.
  
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• Nissan's less-is-more plan on pickup variations

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Nissan's new Titan will be available with only a fraction of the configurations that are possible on the big-selling Detroit 3 pickups. But Nissan hopes that will actually please its customers.
  
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• Mazda combats sales damage with redesigned CX-9 flagship

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Mazda executives expect the redesigned CX-9 crossover to reverse the automaker's U.S. market share slump and pull the brand back from the incentives it once vowed to avoid.
  
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• Joe Hinrichs has Ford humming

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Since 2011, Ford Motor Co. has earned pretax profits totaling $45 billion in North America. It lost $1.8 billion in the rest of the world. And North America's position as Ford's profit driver keeps getting stronger.
  
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• Jeep's push to produce in China is paying off

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Jeep is moving ahead in China, thanks to investments in local crossover production. But in a market haunted by factory overcapacity, premium brand Lexus is also pulling ahead purely as an importer.
  
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• In Texas: 'Everyone is in hail mode'

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Texas auto dealers are turning to 'hail sales' to try and make the best of a bad situation: the Lone Star state's worst run of hail damage in years.
  
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• Ford's China route: Latecomer, contender, EV embracer

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In the next phase of its Chinese evolution, Ford plans to introduce electrified cars, as well as to bring in its first pickup and GT super sports car.
  
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• Fast growth for a showroom ghost

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  U.S. sales of full-size vans are increasing eight times faster than the industry average. The growth has commercial vans on track to top half a million sales for the first time ever this year.
  
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• De Nysschen takes the long view on profit margin

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen told Reuters in at the Beijing auto show last week that he is targeting an 11 percent operating margin in 10 years for the brand.
  
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• Attempted murder? How store struck back

  02-05-2016 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  When an online review falsely accused Huntington Beach Mazda's staff of attempted murder and elderly abuse, dealer John Patterson went into action to mitigate the damage.
  
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• Updated 2017 BMW i3 goes 114 miles with new 33-kWh battery

  02-05-2016 01:18
  
  Filed under: Green, BMW, Electric, HybridThe 2017 BMW i3 will get a new, more energy dense battery that offers 114 miles of EV range, while staying the same size as the earlier pack.Continue reading Updated 2017 BMW i3 goes 114 miles with new 33-kWh batteryUpdated 2017 BMW i3 goes 114 miles with new 33-kWh battery originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 01 May 2016 18:18:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
  
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