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• Liberty Walk stretches the notion of Ferrari's 360 and F430

  18-05-2016 23:45
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Ferrari,Specialty,SupercarsJust in case a stock Ferrari won't cut it.Continue reading Liberty Walk stretches the notion of Ferrari's 360 and F430 Liberty Walk stretches the notion of Ferrari's 360 and F430 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 17:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla plans $2 billion stock sale to accelerate Model 3 program

  18-05-2016 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tesla Motors plans to sell about $2 billion in stock to help finance the accelerated launch of the new Model 3 electric sedan.
  
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• US will investigate Paice's lawsuit against VW's hybrids

  18-05-2016 23:00
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Volkswagen,HybridThe US International Trade Commission will investigate Paice's claims that VW is using its patented hybrid technology without permission.Continue reading US will investigate Paice's lawsuit against VW's hybrids US will investigate Paice's lawsuit against VW's hybrids originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 17:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota suspends output at Texas truck plant after storm damage

  18-05-2016 22:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Toyota temporarily halted production at its sprawling San Antonio pickup truck plant on Wednesday after it was hit by lashing rain and strong winds during a major storm.
  
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• Germany raises doubts about Opel's emissions device

  18-05-2016 22:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  Germany raised doubts about the legality of devices General Motors' Opel subsidiary used to monitor emissions, raising the possibility that the brand's engine software breaches the country's regulations.
  
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• FCA recalls nearly 600,000 Jeep Wranglers, Fiat 500s

  18-05-2016 22:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Fiat Chrysler is recalling nearly 600,000 Jeep Wrangler SUVs and Fiat 500 subcompact cars worldwide in two actions.
  
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• $100,000 buys these two VW Corrado wagon prototypes

  18-05-2016 22:35
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Volkswagen,Coupe,Hatchback,Wagon,Classics,Concept CarsWhen the Corrado was launched in 1988, Volkswagen is said to have commissioned a limited-run production sportwagon. These are the only ones made.Continue reading $100,000 buys these two VW Corrado wagon prototypes $100,000 buys these two VW Corrado wagon prototypes originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 16:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Former Ford GT engineer Kip Ewing leaves company

  18-05-2016 22:05
  
  Filed under:Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Ford,Coupe,Performance,RacingFord Performance engineer has worked on the previous 2005 Ford GT, the Shelby GT500, and was the lead engineer on the new Ford GT.Continue reading Former Ford GT engineer Kip Ewing leaves company Former Ford GT engineer Kip Ewing leaves company originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 16:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM plans carbon-fiber wheels for performance cars

  18-05-2016 21:31
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Chevrolet,Ford,GM,PerformanceThe Ford GT and Mustang Shelby GT350R are about to get company in the fancy wheel department.Continue reading GM plans carbon-fiber wheels for performance cars GM plans carbon-fiber wheels for performance cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 15:31:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• How the 2016 Chevy Volt added 18 miles of EV range

  18-05-2016 21:01
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,Hatchback,Electric,HybridChevy's engineers made the new Volt more efficient and more powerful. Here's what they did to pull it off.Continue reading How the 2016 Chevy Volt added 18 miles of EV range How the 2016 Chevy Volt added 18 miles of EV range originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 15:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• There's a beautiful '66 Ford Mustang under all this dust

  18-05-2016 20:30
  
  Filed under:Ford,Auctions,Used Car Buying,Coupe,Classics,PerformanceBut even pony cars can look delightful under a coating of the silty stuff, and that's exactly how this aged '66 Ford Mustang presents.Continue reading There's a beautiful '66 Ford Mustang under all this dust There's a beautiful '66 Ford Mustang under all this dust originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NYPD crushes seized dirt bikes and ATVs with bulldozer

  18-05-2016 20:15
  
  Filed under:Weird Car News,Bikes,Off-Road,Autoblog MinuteThe New York Police Department struck a blow in the fight against illegal dirt bike riding in the city Tuesday when it used a pair of bulldozers to crush dozens of seized dirt bikes and all-terrain vehicles live on Facebook.Continue reading NYPD crushes seized dirt bikes and ATVs with bulldozer NYPD crushes seized dirt bikes and ATVs with bulldozer originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 14:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for us
  
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• VW Group faces U.S. patent probe over hybrids

  18-05-2016 19:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The U.S. International Trade Commission launched an investigation into whether Volkswagen AG and its subsidiaries infringed upon hybrid electric vehicle patents owned by Baltimore-based Paice.
  
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• Ford's 3.5-liter EcoBoost race engine could be sold to private teams

  18-05-2016 19:31
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Ford,Coupe,Performance,RacingFord Performance boss Dave Pericak dropped some hints about future private sales of the company's 3.5-liter EcoBoost engines for both road and race cars.Continue reading Ford's 3.5-liter EcoBoost race engine could be sold to private teams Ford's 3.5-liter EcoBoost race engine could be sold to private teams originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 13:31:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this&n
  
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• Google positions updated Android as a standard for cars

  18-05-2016 19:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In a play to persuade automakers to run cars on its Android operating system, Google is introducing an updated version of Android that it promises will work easily with key in-car features such as climate control, AM/FM radio and digital instrument...
  
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• Autonomous Chevy Bolt spied in public

  18-05-2016 18:41
  
  Filed under:Green,Spy Photos,Chevrolet,Emerging Technologies,ElectricTwo Chevy Bolt EVs, one still wearing camo, were spotted in San Francisco. Both have what appear to be autonomous driving test devices on the roof.Continue reading Autonomous Chevy Bolt spied in public Autonomous Chevy Bolt spied in public originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 12:41:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Off-roader plows through a deep bog like it was nothing

  18-05-2016 18:36
  
  Filed under:Videos,Weird Car News,Driving,Off-RoadOff-road vehicles do amazing things, and can take a talented and knowledgeable off-roader to places most people never see.Continue reading Off-roader plows through a deep bog like it was nothing Off-roader plows through a deep bog like it was nothing originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 12:36:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Jeep Wrangler spy shots give us best look yet

  18-05-2016 18:25
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Jeep,SUV,Future,Off-RoadThe 2018 Jeep Wrangler is still heavily camouflaged, but these very detailed photos reveal some clues about what the production JL will be like.Continue reading 2018 Jeep Wrangler spy shots give us best look yet 2018 Jeep Wrangler spy shots give us best look yet originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 12:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Figure-8 school bus racing is as insane as it sounds | Car Club USA

  18-05-2016 18:17
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Videos,Weird Car News,Commercial Vehicles,Racing,Specialty,Car Club USACar Club USA heads to the Auburndale Speedway to take in a night of destruction. The Tour of Destruction combines a destruction derby with outlandish motorsports challenges like boat trailer racing and an armor-plated gauntlet challenge. But tonight's main event is figure-8 school bus racing.Continue reading Figure-8 school bus racing is as insane as it sounds | Car Club USA Figure-8 school bus racing
  
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• Proposed KwaZulu-Natal automotive supplier park moves closer to reality - BDlive

  18-05-2016 17:47 via bdlive.co.za
  
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  Proposed KwaZulu-Natal automotive supplier park moves closer to reality
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  THE KwaZulu-Natal provincial government has acquired 1,000ha of land in Durban on which to develop the province's first automotive supplier park. Economic development MEC Mike Mabuyakhulu on Wednesday said KwaZulu-Natal was home to a ...
  
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• Volvo lifts veil on 'disruptive' compact car, crossover line

  18-05-2016 17:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Volvo will start rolling out a series of compact models next year to compete with the likes of Audi and BMW for younger, urban consumers.
  
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• Volvo previews 2017 40 series on CMA platform

  18-05-2016 17:23
  Volvo has revealed two concept cars here in Torslanda, Sweden, that, it said, "move the Swedish brand in an audacious new direction and mark the official launch of its global small car strategy".
  
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• Volvo's new concepts look amazing, preview future compacts

  18-05-2016 17:22
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,Volvo,Crossover,Hatchback,Sedan,Autonomous,Electric,HybridThe 40-series cars will offer conventional engines, a new Twin Engine hybrid powertrain, and a full-EV powertrain.Continue reading Volvo's new concepts look amazing, preview future compacts Volvo's new concepts look amazing, preview future compacts originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 11:22:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW i3 can suddenly lose power under range extender, lawsuit claims

  18-05-2016 17:13 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A BMW i3 owner in the U.S. filed a lawsuit claiming that the EV can experience a sudden loss of power when a feature designed to nearly double its driving range is deployed.
  
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• Tesla update helps users avoid self-parking mistakes

  18-05-2016 17:11
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Driving,Emerging Technologies,ElectricAfter a reported crash while in Summon mode, Tesla updates the self-driving software used in the Model S and X.Continue reading Tesla update helps users avoid self-parking mistakes Tesla update helps users avoid self-parking mistakes originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 11:11:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Recharge Wrap-up: drifting Nissan Leaf video, BMW i sponsors Formula E Berlin ePrix

  18-05-2016 16:29
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,Videos,BMW,Nissan,Alternative Fuels,Green Automakers,Electric,SpecialtyWatch a Nissan Leaf drift. BMW deepens its ties with Formula E. Big Island Biodiesel gets sustainable certification. KPIT earns Promising Innovation award.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: drifting Nissan Leaf video, BMW i sponsors Formula E Berlin ePrix Recharge Wrap-up: drifting Nissan Leaf video, BMW i sponsors Formula E Berlin ePrix originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 10:29:0
  
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• New Lexus LS is on the way in 2018, and we've spotted it

  18-05-2016 16:21
  
  Lexus is readying new LS luxury saloon to challenge the BMW 7 Series for 2018, could get hydrogen power later 2016-05-18 15:20 The current Lexus LS is looking a bit dated next to the recently refreshed GS and IS, so the Japanese brand is developing a replacement that's set to launch in 2018.
  Our spy photographers have captured a test mule for the Mercedes S-Class rival out on the road. It's under heavy disguise, but you can make out an evolution of the current Lexus design language, with g
  
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• Ethiopia: Marathon Driving Automotive Race With New Showrooms - AllAfrica.com

  18-05-2016 16:09 via allafrica.com
  Ethiopia: Marathon Driving Automotive Race With New Showrooms
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  The automotive industry is stepping up, with two advanced vehicular sales, spares and service centres, worth 120 million Br, being added to its short list of modern facilities. Marathon Motor Engineering (MME) will inaugurate an 80 million Br six ...
  
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• "Deals between car makers ensure more choice for buyers"

  18-05-2016 16:07
  
  Joint deals between manufacturers might make you worry that all the vehicles will be similar - but Graham Hope thinks otherwise 2016-05-18 15:00 Nissan's acquisition of a 34 per cent stake in Mitsubishi last week was just the latest example of an ever compressing industry where brands are losing their individuality as they're immersed into bigger, more powerful concerns. It follows Toyota's takeover of Daihatsu earlier this year.
  It's udnerstandable, really. There are mutual benefits. Nissan be
  
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• Mitsubishi president resigns in wake of fuel economy scandal

  18-05-2016 16:02
  
  Filed under:Green,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Mitsubishi,JapanTwo of the top executives at Mitsubishi are stepping down as the company is shaken by the scandal surrounding its fuel-economy figures. However the chairman and CEO is keeping his seat – at least until Nissan can replace him.Continue reading Mitsubishi president resigns in wake of fuel economy scandal Mitsubishi president resigns in wake of fuel economy scandal originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 10:02:00 EDT.Please
  
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• Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato stuns Villa d’Este car show

  18-05-2016 15:31
  
  Italian design house Zagato again rebodies an Aston Vanquish supercar to create striking concept for Lake Como event 2016-05-20 08:00 Aston Martin and Zagato have renewed their long-standing partnership to create this: the Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato. The restyled supercar has debuted at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in Italy.
  Zagato has been redesigning Astons for five decades, with notable models including the stunning V12 Vantage Zagato of 2011 and the divisive
  
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• Koenigsegg goes after a Nürburgring lap record

  18-05-2016 15:21
  
  Filed under:Videos,Koenigsegg,EuropeThe 1322-horsepower One:1 has been spotted on the Nordschleife, and could take the Nurburgring lap time crown.Continue reading Koenigsegg goes after a Nürburgring lap record Koenigsegg goes after a Nürburgring lap record originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 09:21:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• INTERVIEW - Geely/Volvo architecture cooperation bears fruit

  18-05-2016 15:15
  Peter Mertens, senior vice president, research and development, Volvo Car Group, describes the cooperative development of the new Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) with parent Geely as "good relations" though the start was a little rocky as culture and time zones took some adjusting to, on both sides.
  
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• Nemaska and Johnson sign final lithium salt deal

  18-05-2016 15:07
  
  Nemaska Lithium and Johnson Matthey Battery Materials (JMBM) of Candiac, Quebec, have inked final agreements in the collaboration, financial support and lithium salt supply MOU previously announced last November.
  
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• Elio and Linamar team up on engine plan

  18-05-2016 15:07
  
  Elio Motors, the start-up vehicle manufacturer planning to launch a USD7,000 three-wheeled vehicle that will get up to a claimed 84 mpg, has signed a Letter of Intent with Linamar Corp, a powertrain development and production company.
  
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• Suzuki latest to admit to falsifying fuel economy tests

  18-05-2016 14:50
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Suzuki,Fuel Efficiency,JapanFollowing the Mitsubishi scandal that prompted a merger with Nissan, Suzuki admits to using improper tests for fuel consumption.Continue reading Suzuki latest to admit to falsifying fuel economy tests Suzuki latest to admit to falsifying fuel economy tests originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 08:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Acura introduces a sleeker self-driving test car

  18-05-2016 14:30
  
  Filed under:Videos,Acura,Transportation Alternatives,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Sedan,AutonomousToday Acura introduced its second generation Automated Acura RLX Development Vehicle with updated sensors and a more pleasing aesthetic.Continue reading Acura introduces a sleeker self-driving test car Acura introduces a sleeker self-driving test car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 08:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&nb
  
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• Ford claims captured CO2 first

  18-05-2016 14:29
  
  Ford says it is the first automaker to develop foams and plastics using captured carbon dioxide for its vehicles.
  
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• Opel CEO refutes rigged emissions allegations

  18-05-2016 14:19
  
  Opel Group CEO Karl-Thomas Neumann has reiterated the company's strong rebuttal of claims in the German media that it has rigged emissions tests on some of its diesel engine models.
  
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• Suzuki admits to mishandling fuel economy tests - but not cheating

  18-05-2016 14:18
  
  Suzuki has admitted to mishandling the testing of fuel economy for 16 models, but denies cheating tests 2016-05-18 13:09 Suzuki looks to have become the latest carmaker involved in the growing Japanese fuel economy testing saga, after it admitted using improper fuel economy tests for its cars in Japan. The company said 16 of its models were not tested in the correct way, but insists that new tests have shown no need to amend current fuel economy figures.
  The announcement comes just after days a
  
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• Bike Mine explodes to protect your bike or motorcycle

  18-05-2016 14:00
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Safety,UK,Gadgets,MotorcycleBefore a thief notices the device has been fitted, a 150 db blast is triggered.Continue reading Bike Mine explodes to protect your bike or motorcycle Bike Mine explodes to protect your bike or motorcycle originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 May 2016 08:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global NCAP fails five Indian cars in crash test

  18-05-2016 13:47
  
  The latest Indian crash test results from Global NCAP continue to disappoint with all five models rated as zero star. The Renault Kwid, Maruti Suzuki Celerio, Maruti Suzuki Eeco, Mahindra Scorpio and Hyundai Eon all showed low levels of adult occupant protection.
  
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• Partnership to develop next generation automotive vision systems - New Electronics

  18-05-2016 13:32 via newelectronics.co.uk
  Partnership to develop next generation automotive vision systems
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  FotoNation has partnered with Kyocera to develop advanced, intelligent, vision solutions for automotive applications.As part of the partnership and using FotoNation technology as a foundation, the two companies will jointly develop advanced computer ...
  
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• Toyota to build second plant in Malaysia

  18-05-2016 13:18
  Toyota Motor plans to build a second vehicle assembly plant in Malaysia to tap into growing regional demand, according to reports in Japan quoting company sources.
  
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• Johnson Electric records 2015 EBITDA down 4% to US$332m

  18-05-2016 13:18
  
  Johnson Electric has posted 2015 EBITDA down 4% to US$332m, although sales rose 5% to US$2.23bn.
  
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• Indonesian market turns positive in April

  18-05-2016 13:18
  
  The new vehicle market in Indonesia expanded for the first time in two years in April, by 3.8% to 84,700 units from 81,600 units a year earlier, according to data released by the industry automotive Gaikindo.
  
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• Mercedes SLC review

  18-05-2016 13:17
  
  For: Well-insulated cabin, cheap-to-run diesel engine, desirable designOur Rating: 
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  Against: Firm ride around town, expensive to buy, no V8 AMG model2016
  The Mercedes SLC is essentially a revamped SLK, retaining the old car’s folding metal roof, prestige badge and well-built cabinIn 2016, Mercedes gave its popular SLK a new name, adorning its latest model with the SLC badge to bring it in line with the new naming policy implemented across the rest of the range. Despite thi
  
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• Group 1 Automotive raises quarterly dividend to 23 cents a share versus 22 cents - MarketWatch

  18-05-2016 13:10 via marketwatch.com
  
  Group 1 Automotive raises quarterly dividend to 23 cents a share versus 22 cents
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  Group 1 Automotive Inc. GPI, -0.25% said Wednesday it is raising its quarterly dividend to 23 cents a share from 22 cents a share. The operator of car dealerships in the U.S., UK and Brazil said the new dividend will be payable June 15 to shareholders ...
  
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• VW cuts car prices in Japan

  18-05-2016 12:26
  
  Volkswagen has reportedly announced price cuts in Japan that could take up to almost US$1,500 off the price of its Golf model as it looks to win back customers amid the ongoing adverse publicity from its emissions testing scandal.
  
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• Mitsubishi president steps down amid fuel economy scandal

  18-05-2016 12:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The president of Mitsubishi Motors will step down after less than two years in the job amid a widening fuel economy scandal that torpedoed the company's sales and led to it selling a controlling stake to rival Nissan.
  
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