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• Suzuki heads rolling over fuel economy scandal

  08-06-2016 23:57
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Suzuki,Fuel Efficiency,JapanSuzuki executives are either stepping down, taking a pay cut, or not stepping into CEO position after the admission that the company lied about mpg numbers.Continue reading Suzuki heads rolling over fuel economy scandal Suzuki heads rolling over fuel economy scandal originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:57:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&n
  
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• We're expanding our automotive tech coverage to motorbikes - Alphr

  08-06-2016 23:37 via alphr.com
  
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  We're expanding our automotive tech coverage to motorbikes
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  Since we launched Alphr in June 2015, we've been covering the most interesting developments from the exciting world of car technology. Judging from the number of page views, it's a topic that's clearly going down well. For example, our interview with ...
  
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• Recharge Wrap-up: Storm Pulse EV touring motorcycle, Elio COO launches YoYo car subscription service

  08-06-2016 23:31
  
  Filed under:Green,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Videos,Chrysler,Fiat,Misc. Automakers,Green Automakers,Transportation Alternatives,Motorcycle,Autonomous,Electric,SolarStorm Eindhoven will take its electric touring motorcycle on the road. Chile is giving away solar electricity. FCA is reportedly in talks with Uber. Elio COO joins YoYo carsharing service as CEO.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Storm Pulse EV touring motorcycle, Elio COO launches YoYo car subscription service Recharge Wrap-up: Storm Pu
  
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• Senators urge automakers to disclose new Takata recalls

  08-06-2016 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  U.S. lawmakers want consumers to know if the new car they're buying contains a Takata airbag inflator included in the largest recall in U.S. history.
  
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• Lear to build new Asia headquarters in Shanghai

  08-06-2016 23:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Seating and electronics supplier Lear, in a sign of its continued growth in Asia, plans to build a new headquarters for its Asia-Pacific operations in the Yangpu District of Shanghai.
  
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• What to do if the infotainment in your Lexus isn't working

  08-06-2016 23:15
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Lexus,Toyota,Auto Repair,Infotainment,TechnologyYou could try to fix it yourself by disconnecting the battery cables for 10 minutes, but Lexus would rather have you bring the car to a dealership.Continue reading What to do if the infotainment in your Lexus isn't working What to do if the infotainment in your Lexus isn't working originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&nbs
  
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• German investigators probe VW over deleted data, reports say

  08-06-2016 23:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  German prosecutors are investigating whether Volkswagen employees deleted data that could be harmful to the company for a week before the carmaker admitted to U.S.
  
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• Samsung shares take $580M dive after one Elon Musk Tweet

  08-06-2016 22:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Green Automakers,ElectricContinue reading Samsung shares take $580M dive after one Elon Musk Tweet Samsung shares take $580M dive after one Elon Musk Tweet originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 16:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW delivers 100 i3 EVs to Los Angeles Police Dept.

  08-06-2016 21:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Los Angeles Police Department now has 100 BMW i3s on the streets in the City of Angels. The police department began field tests in September 2015. The i3 was tested alongside other EVs but the LAPD ultimately accepted BMW's bid.
  
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• Modified Subaru WRX STi sets new Isle of Man TT lap record

  08-06-2016 21:33
  
  Rally ace Mark Higgins smashes the Isle of Man TT lap record in a 600bhp Subaru WRX STi 2016-06-08 20:40 A purpose-built Subaru WRX STi has shattered the lap record at the 37-mile Isle of Man TT Road course by almost two minutes.
  Stunt driver and rally ace Mark Higgins took the 600bhp, 2.0-litre turbocharged 2016 Subaru WRX STi Time Attack Car around the track in a record lap time of just 17 minutes 35 seconds, with an average speed of 128.73mph. Image 2 of 6
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• Watch Ken Block meet (and drift) the Ford Focus RS RX

  08-06-2016 21:30
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Videos,Ford,Hatchback,PerformanceKen Block gets comfy with the Ford Focus RS RX. Yep, there are spins and drifts.Continue reading Watch Ken Block meet (and drift) the Ford Focus RS RX Watch Ken Block meet (and drift) the Ford Focus RS RX originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 15:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM names Tony Francavilla as head of global quality

  08-06-2016 21:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  General Motors has appointed veteran manufacturing executive Tony Francavilla as its global quality chief. Francavilla, 58, replaces the departed Grace Lieblein, who retired at the end of 2015 after working in the position for about a year.
  
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• Musk says Samsung may supply batteries to Tesla Energy; Panasonic will supply Model 3

  08-06-2016 20:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tesla Motors may get batteries for its energy unit from Samsung SDI Co., CEO Elon Musk said on Twitter. Musk also said Panasonic will be the exclusive supplier of batteries to the upcoming Model 3 small car.
  
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• Isle of Man TT record is the fastest 17 minutes of your life

  08-06-2016 20:29
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Videos,Motorcycle,RacingMichael Dunlop's record-breaking run around the Isle of Man TT circuit is a true demonstration of speed, insanity, and even more speed.Continue reading Isle of Man TT record is the fastest 17 minutes of your life Isle of Man TT record is the fastest 17 minutes of your life originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 14:29:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Rosekind says nimble rules needed for self-driving cars

  08-06-2016 20:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The top U.S. vehicle safety regulator said on Wednesday the government needs to be more nimble in designing rules for self-driving vehicles.
  
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• Man charges car into deep water, immediately regrets it

  08-06-2016 19:49
  
  Filed under:Humor,Videos,Weird Car NewsA driver in England immediately regretted his decision to charge into the waters of a flooded street, becoming stranded in the process.Continue reading Man charges car into deep water, immediately regrets it Man charges car into deep water, immediately regrets it originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:49:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes bringing all-electric SUV concept to Paris

  08-06-2016 19:40
  
  Filed under:Green,Paris Motor Show,Mercedes-Benz,Crossover,SUV,ElectricMercedes-Benz will begin its electric vehicle push in Paris, with a concept SUV that should be be our first look at the company's future EV designs.Continue reading Mercedes bringing all-electric SUV concept to Paris Mercedes bringing all-electric SUV concept to Paris originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Arrest made in shootings at UAW local in Chicago

  08-06-2016 19:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A man has been arrested and charged in the shootings of two UAW officials who represent Ford's Chicago Assembly Plant.
  
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• New SEAT Ateca TSI petrol 2016 review

  08-06-2016 19:02
  
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  Image 1 of 5 8 Jun, 2016 5:45pmJonathan Burn
  The SEAT Ateca has hit the bullseye in terms of style, price and practicality but the diesel is a better all-rounderSEAT is on a roll. The Ateca is the first of four new models due to arrive in the next 18 months – but the Spanish brand is so keen to get its all-new SUV into the minds of potential buyers, it allowed Auto Express behind the wheel of a pre-production model back in March. 
  This time we’ve been handed the key
  
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• Bruce Anstey wins the all-electric 2016 TT Zero for Mugen

  08-06-2016 18:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,Videos,Motorcycle,Electric,RacingThe 2016 TT Zero was full of disappointments, yet still awesome.Continue reading Bruce Anstey wins the all-electric 2016 TT Zero for Mugen Bruce Anstey wins the all-electric 2016 TT Zero for Mugen originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 12:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM Canada to hire up to 1,000 engineers, report says

  08-06-2016 18:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  General Motors' Canadian unit is set to announce on Friday that it will hire up to 1,000 engineers, the Globe and Mail newspaper reported late on Tuesday, citing sources.
  
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• Faraday Future to hire former Ferrari exec Marco Mattiacci

  08-06-2016 18:35
  
  Filed under:Green,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,China,Autonomous,ElectricMarco Mattiacci is the latest and possibly the biggest name to join the ranks of Faraday Future. Faraday will announce the hire on Thursday.Continue reading Faraday Future to hire former Ferrari exec Marco Mattiacci Faraday Future to hire former Ferrari exec Marco Mattiacci originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 12:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mobility startup movement continues in Detroit this summer

  08-06-2016 18:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Another band of startups will use the Motor City as a springboard for their mobility-themed ideas this summer.
  
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• Bimmerfest puts BMW's heritage on display and in motion

  08-06-2016 18:00
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,BMW,ClassicsBimmerfest 2016 celebrated all things BMW in memorable fashion.Continue reading Bimmerfest puts BMW's heritage on display and in motion Bimmerfest puts BMW's heritage on display and in motion originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• CHAdeMO working on fast-charging standard for 200-mile EVs

  08-06-2016 17:31
  
  Filed under:Green,ElectricThe Japanese-backed charging-protocol group CHAdeMO readies its fast chargers for longer-range electric vehicles.Continue reading CHAdeMO working on fast-charging standard for 200-mile EVs CHAdeMO working on fast-charging standard for 200-mile EVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 11:31:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford reveals the KA+ for Europe

  08-06-2016 17:20
  Ford has revealed a KA+ model for Europe positioned below the Fiesta in the marketplace. The rationale behind the model is to meet demand for low-cost vehicles in an increasingly fragmented European B-segment.
  
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• 2018 Ranger Rover Sport Coupe spied in Scotland

  08-06-2016 17:01
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Spy Photos,BMW,Land Rover,Mercedes-BenzLand Rover is getting into SUV's that look like coupes.Continue reading 2018 Ranger Rover Sport Coupe spied in Scotland 2018 Ranger Rover Sport Coupe spied in Scotland originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 11:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Semi truck slams into stalled school bus in Pennsylvania

  08-06-2016 16:32
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,SafetyA tractor-trailer crashed into a school bus carrying 37 students to an end-of-year field trip in Pennsylvania this week.Continue reading Semi truck slams into stalled school bus in Pennsylvania Semi truck slams into stalled school bus in Pennsylvania originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 10:32:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Zero Motorcycles celebrates 10 years with special edition DSR

  08-06-2016 16:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorcycle,ElectricThe world's most successful electric motorcycle maker just turned ten, and it's marking the occasion with more than cake.Continue reading Zero Motorcycles celebrates 10 years with special edition DSR Zero Motorcycles celebrates 10 years with special edition DSR originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 10:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• "The proof we're a nation that loves to look after our cars"

  08-06-2016 15:48
  
  A recent report shows that Brits splash out an average of £695 a year looking after their cars - and we're here to help you spend it wisely 2016-06-08 14:30 We’re very mindful every week when putting your favourite car magazine together that our sole focus can’t simply be the cars. For many of you the ownership experience is equally important, if not more so. It’s one of the reasons we receive such consistently positive feedback about our industry-leading product pages.
  
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• Mercedes and Toyota top UK dealer service survey

  08-06-2016 15:40
  
  After sales service determines dealership customer satisfaction and loyalty, according to the JD Power 2016 UK Customer Service Index (CSI) Study.
  
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• DBX to 'transform' Aston Martin business model - CEO

  08-06-2016 15:40
  Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer says the extension of the brand's portfolio to the DBX luxury crossover will transform the company's business model following the replacement of its ageing sports car range.
  
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• Electra Meccanica Solo EV will go 125 miles on a charge, seats one

  08-06-2016 15:35
  
  Filed under:Green,Transportation Alternatives,Canada,ElectricVancouver-based Electra Meccanica readies its three-wheeled Solo EV, which will cost about $15,000.Continue reading Electra Meccanica Solo EV will go 125 miles on a charge, seats one Electra Meccanica Solo EV will go 125 miles on a charge, seats one originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 09:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Announcing The Qt Automotive Suite - Linux.com (blog)

  08-06-2016 15:33 via linux.com
  Announcing The Qt Automotive Suite
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  The idea for the Qt Automotive Suite was born when The Qt Company, Pelagicore and KDAB sat down and shared their experiences of projects using Qt for In-vehicle Infotainment (IVI). With cumulative experience from over 20 automotive projects it was ...
  
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• Chevy throws (landscaping) stones at Ford F-150

  08-06-2016 15:25
  
  Filed under:Videos,Chevrolet,Ford,Technology,TruckChevy fires the latest salvo in the the Silverado vs. Ford F-150 war.Continue reading Chevy throws (landscaping) stones at Ford F-150 Chevy throws (landscaping) stones at Ford F-150 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 09:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Qualcomm announces its automotive platform to make vehicles smarter - Android Central

  08-06-2016 14:28 via androidcentral.com
  
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  Qualcomm announces its automotive platform to make vehicles smarter
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  Qualcomm has announced the Connected Car Reference Platform, which is set to help push adoption of more advanced technology in next-generation vehicles. The company's latest platform will incorporate technologies including 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth ...and more »
  
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• VW India recalls diesels for emissions fix

  08-06-2016 14:22
  
  Volkswagen will start recalling 190,000 cars in India from July. It will upgrade emissions control software following revelations of alleged cheating on official tests when real world output was much higher.
  
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• Suzuki CEO to resign as top execs take pay and bonus cuts

  08-06-2016 14:20
  
  Suzuki has announced a management reshuffle and top-level pay cuts following its fuel economy testing scandal.
  
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• Chevy escalates Silverado advertising battle with Ford F-150

  08-06-2016 14:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Chevrolet is escalating its truck battle with Ford through a provocative advertising campaign that claims the Silverado pickup's steel bed is more durable than the F-150's stamped aluminum bed.
  
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• For Nissan ads, it's now product, product, product

  08-06-2016 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Nissan's newly launched national advertising campaign will beat out a single message for at least the next two years: the product. No stars. No catchy jingles. No clever story lines. And not even any humor.
  
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• VW's amazing new 1.0-litre Golf engine - Analysis

  08-06-2016 13:49
  The new turbocharged 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine which Volkswagen has quietly slipped into the Golf is one of the best kept secrets of 2016. Power, torque, CO2 and economy are all state of the art, but the best bit is how terrific it sounds - like an old school BMW six-cylinder.
  
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• ANALYSIS - VW's amazing new 1.0-litre Golf engine

  08-06-2016 13:49
  
  The new turbocharged 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine which Volkswagen quietly slipped into the Golf is one of the best kept secrets of 2016. Power, torque, CO2 and economy are all state of the art, but the best bit is how terrific it sounds - like an old school BMW six-cylinder.
  
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• Automechanika fair debuts in Birmingham and adds supply chain

  08-06-2016 13:47
  
  Automechanika - the German based exhibitor best known for its automotive aftermarket fairs - has added Birmingham, UK, to its international exhibition list for the first time this week. The trade fair at the National Exibition Centre (NEC) also includes a substantial element of supply chain participants as well as aftermarket exhibitors, something of a departure for heavily aftermarket focused Automechanika events.
  
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• Faraday Future aims to test self-driving cars in Michigan

  08-06-2016 13:28
  
  Filed under:Green,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous,ElectricFaraday Future wants to conduct tests in the backyard of the Big 3.Continue reading Faraday Future aims to test self-driving cars in Michigan Faraday Future aims to test self-driving cars in Michigan originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2016 07:28:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Peugeot 2008 vs Citroen C4 Cactus vs Ford EcoSport

  08-06-2016 12:53
  
  Peugeot has revised its 2008 to keep it standing tall with the small crossovers. Can it see off Ford and Citroen rivals? 2016-06-08 13:00 Peugeot embraced the small crossover boom when it launched the 2008 in 2013. At the time, it marked a new direction for the brand’s practical small cars, because it essentially replaced the 207 SW small estate.
  And it turned out to be a smart move, as the 2008 has proven very popular over the years. However, seeing as the 208 was given a recent facelift
  
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• Diesel cars could face tax hike to cut air pollution

  08-06-2016 11:20
  
  Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin has hinted towards a tax hike for diesel cars to curb rising pollution in city centres 2016-06-08 10:35 Diesel car owners could be hit with new taxes to cut air pollution, transport minister Patrick McLoughlin has hinted, while also saying the decision to promote diesel cars by the previous Labour government was a "mistake".
  According to the transport minister, the growing uptake of diesels has caused a "dramatic rise" in pollution levels in city centres l
  
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• Abarth 124 Spider 2016 review

  08-06-2016 09:55
  
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  There's no doubt the new Abarth 124 Spider is great fun to drive, but it could be more powerfulSports car fans blame the crazy days of the 1980s for the death of the two-seater. With similar power and fun on offer but with the luxuries of backs seats and big boots, it’s easy to see why the sports car was deemed old fashioned and superfluous against the new wave of hot hatchbacks.
  Fast-forward 30 years and with hot hatches becoming
  
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• "Still room to grow" in China - Daimler

  08-06-2016 09:42
  
  Daimler insists the relative slowdown in the formerly exponential growth rate of China's economy is still powering the automotive sector to achieve sustainable sales increases.
  
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• "Lead or be knocked out" - Changan president

  08-06-2016 09:42
  
  Changan says it still needs to focus on providing Chinese consumers with good value products, as the plethora of new technologies poised to potentially enter the market gathers pace.
  
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• China stabilising at 6% growth: Auto Committee

  08-06-2016 09:42
  
  China's Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Automotive Committee, says recent growth rates of around 6% will become the established benchmark for the near future as previous runaway increases start to appear more sparsely.
  
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