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• Mercedes-Benz will have you covered for every kind of motor in the next few years - Digital Trends

  16-06-2016 23:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
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  When you play roulette, the only way to always win is to cover every position. That gambit is apparently what Mercedes-Benz and parent company Daimler are doing, according to a release from Daimler. Daimler, like most automotive manufacturers, ...
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• Michigan governor vetoes aftermarket parts bill

  16-06-2016 23:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder vetoed a bill Thursday that would limit access to aftermarket-repair parts, saying the law would increase costs to consumers and hurt the state's aftermarket industry.
  
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• The Local Motors Olli is a driverless EV minibus with IBM Watson inside

  16-06-2016 23:30
  
  Filed under:Transportation Alternatives,Autonomous,ElectricThe company behind the Rally Fighter and the 3D-printed car has created an autonomous electric vehicle designed for clean, convenient transit.Continue reading The Local Motors Olli is a driverless EV minibus with IBM Watson inside The Local Motors Olli is a driverless EV minibus with IBM Watson inside originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 17:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this&
  
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• Mercedes-AMG GT R looks devilish ahead of June 24 debut

  16-06-2016 23:01
  
  Filed under:Videos,Mercedes-Benz,Coupe,Performance,RacingThe wait for a hotter Mercedes-AMG GT is almost over. The German company will add the souped-up R model in a big debut next week.Continue reading Mercedes-AMG GT R looks devilish ahead of June 24 debut Mercedes-AMG GT R looks devilish ahead of June 24 debut originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 17:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Buick kicks off Envision campaign with new commercial

  16-06-2016 22:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Buick is launching an advertising campaign for the Envision compact crossover Thursday during the U.S. Open golf tournament, marking the rollout of the brand's first major vehicle launch in more than three years.
  
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• Mini Vision Next 100 Concept: It's the autonomy, stupid

  16-06-2016 22:05
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,Ownership,BMW,MINI,Driving,Coupe,Hatchback,AutonomousThe Mini Vision Next 100 Concept previews a car-sharing, autonomous future for the brand.Continue reading Mini Vision Next 100 Concept: It's the autonomy, stupid Mini Vision Next 100 Concept: It's the autonomy, stupid originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 16:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• ​The best Top Gear host brings drift-happy videos to YouTube

  16-06-2016 21:31
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/Movies,Videos,UKIf you know Chris Harris, think Chris Harris on Cars with a BBC logo. If you don't, this is the new guy you actually want to watch.Continue reading ​The best Top Gear host brings drift-happy videos to YouTube ​The best Top Gear host brings drift-happy videos to YouTube originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 15:31:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet First Drive

  16-06-2016 21:05
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,First Drives,Convertible,LuxuryWe drive all three, from C300 to C63 S.Continue reading 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet First Drive 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 15:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Infiniti Q50 sedan recalled over steering software glitch

  16-06-2016 20:30
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Infiniti,Safety,Technology,Sedan,AutonomousInfiniti will recall around 60,000 Q50 sedans globally due to a glitch in the cars' direct adaptive steering system.Continue reading Infiniti Q50 sedan recalled over steering software glitch Infiniti Q50 sedan recalled over steering software glitch originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• There's more money in on-demand taxis than going to Mars

  16-06-2016 20:02
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Transportation Alternatives,Driving,TechnologyDidi, the Chinese ride-hailing service, is worth more than 1.5 times the 2015 NASA budget.Continue reading There's more money in on-demand taxis than going to Mars There's more money in on-demand taxis than going to Mars originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 14:02:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Gov. Rick Snyder vetoes 'overreach' on aftermarket automotive parts - MLive.com

  16-06-2016 19:37 via mlive.com
  
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• Infiniti recalls 60,000 Q50 sedans globally for steering glitch

  16-06-2016 19:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Infiniti is recalling roughly 60,000 Q50 models globally because the steering system that is key to the sedan's autonomous driving capabilities could malfunction. The recall covers 28,182 vehicles in the U.S. and 3,804 in Canada, Infiniti said.
  
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• World's most expensive tires sold in Dubai

  16-06-2016 18:47
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Weird Car News,Middle EastDubai's Z Tires teamed with a Chinese tire factory to produce a set of blinged-out, gold embellished, diamond encrusted tires that sold for a cool $600,000.Continue reading World's most expensive tires sold in Dubai World's most expensive tires sold in Dubai originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 12:47:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Jeep Patriot replacement adopts tiny Grand Cherokee styling

  16-06-2016 18:30
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Jeep,Crossover,Off-RoadWith looks borrowed from the Grand Cherokee, Jeep's new CUV should be a reasonably priced looker.Continue reading Jeep Patriot replacement adopts tiny Grand Cherokee styling Jeep Patriot replacement adopts tiny Grand Cherokee styling originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 12:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Driverless cars could be the future of racing | Translogic 202

  16-06-2016 18:05
  
  Filed under:Translogic,Videos,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous,FutureTranslogic host Jonathon Buckley heads to Thunderhill Raceway for the first Autonomous Track Day. We catch up with Silicon Valley entrepreneur and event organizer Joshua Schachter to find out if driverless cars will ever race themselves.Continue reading Driverless cars could be the future of racing | Translogic 202 Driverless cars could be the future of racing | Translogic 202 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu,
  
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• Commit To Buy Penske Automotive Group At $30, Earn 10.2% Annualized Using Options - Nasdaq

  16-06-2016 17:47 via nasdaq.com
  Commit To Buy Penske Automotive Group At $30, Earn 10.2% Annualized Using Options
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  Investors considering a purchase of Penske Automotive Group Inc (Symbol: PAG) stock, but cautious about paying the going market price of $35.27/share, might benefit from considering selling puts among the alternative strategies at their disposal.and more »
  
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• Mercedes starts E-Class long wheelbase production at Beijing Benz

  16-06-2016 17:43
  Beijing Benz Automotive has started production of the special long-wheelbase version of the redesigned Mercedes E-Class designed for China.
  
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• Mini Vision Next 100 concept invokes an alternate universe

  16-06-2016 17:30
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,BMW,MINI,Coupe,Hatchback,Concept Cars,FutureRather than looking like the Mini that will come, the Vision Next 100 concept looks more like a Mini that could have been.Continue reading Mini Vision Next 100 concept invokes an alternate universe Mini Vision Next 100 concept invokes an alternate universe originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 11:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW to build next-gen 3-series sedan in Mexico starting in 2019

  16-06-2016 17:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  BMW will revive North America output of its best-selling U.S. model when it begins producing the next-generation 3-series sedan in a new factory in Mexico starting in 2019.
  
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• Mopar makes the Ram Rebel even more macho for 2016

  16-06-2016 17:03
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,RAM,Truck,Off-RoadMopar takes on the Ram 1500 Rebel for its latest annual limited edition, adding some light aesthetic changes to the rough-and-tumble pickup.Continue reading Mopar makes the Ram Rebel even more macho for 2016 Mopar makes the Ram Rebel even more macho for 2016 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 11:03:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Dame Helen Mirren joins cast of Fast 8

  16-06-2016 16:50
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/MoviesMirren began campaigning for a role back in the series back in 2014, saying "I'd love to be in a Fast and Furious movie. I keep putting feelers out."Continue reading Dame Helen Mirren joins cast of Fast 8 Dame Helen Mirren joins cast of Fast 8 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 10:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• EU car sales up 16% in May

  16-06-2016 16:37
  
  Figures issued by ACEA show that passenger car registrations in the EU were up 16% in May and 9.9% in May as the market continued to benefit from improving economic conditions across the region.
  
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• Body Scanners: Why Human-Body Modeling is the Future of Automotive Safety - Car and Driver (blog)

  16-06-2016 16:28 via blog.caranddriver.com
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  Body Scanners: Why Human-Body Modeling is the Future of Automotive Safety
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  Accelerate, smash, repeat. For decades, crash tests were the only way to predict how well a car might protect the people inside. But what happens when safety engineers stretch their bell curves beyond government standards to grasp those last tenths of ...
  
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• Take a look at the shocking Rolls-Royce Next 100 concept

  16-06-2016 16:27
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,BMW,Rolls-Royce,Coupe,Autonomous,Concept Cars,Future,Luxury​This concept 'boldly points to a bright future for our marque,' says Rolls. We say it might be the most striking of BMW's Vision Next 100 concepts yet.Continue reading Take a look at the shocking Rolls-Royce Next 100 concept Take a look at the shocking Rolls-Royce Next 100 concept originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 10:27:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | 
  
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• Take a look at the insane Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100 concept

  16-06-2016 16:27
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,BMW,Rolls-Royce,Coupe,Autonomous,Concept Cars,Future,Luxury​This concept 'boldly points to a bright future for our marque,' says Rolls. We say it might be the most striking of BMW's Vision Next 100 concepts yet.Continue reading Take a look at the insane Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100 concept Take a look at the insane Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100 concept originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 10:27:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink&nbs
  
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• FCA's Mopar offers limited edition Ram Rebel for 2016

  16-06-2016 16:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Fiat Chrysler's Mopar brand will offer a limited-edition, accessorized version of the 2016 Ram Rebel, the first time that the brand has used a pickup for its once-a-year special edition.
  
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• You'll be able to buy a complete KTM X-Bow in the US soon

  16-06-2016 15:55
  
  Filed under:Performance,Racing,SpecialtyThe track special has been available here as a kit car for about five years.Continue reading You'll be able to buy a complete KTM X-Bow in the US soon You'll be able to buy a complete KTM X-Bow in the US soon originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 09:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Woman faces 20 years for trying to export F-35, F-22 engines to China [UPDATE]

  16-06-2016 15:46
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,MilitaryWenxia Man was found guilty of "conspiring to export and cause the export of fighter jet engines, an unmanned aerial vehicle, and related technical documents."Continue reading Woman faces 20 years for trying to export F-35, F-22 engines to China [UPDATE] Woman faces 20 years for trying to export F-35, F-22 engines to China [UPDATE] originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 09:46:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Em
  
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• Woman faces 20 years for trying to export F-35, F-22 engines to China

  16-06-2016 15:46
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,MilitaryWenxia Man was found guilty of "conspiring to export and cause the export of fighter jet engines, an unmanned aerial vehicle, and related technical documents."Continue reading Woman faces 20 years for trying to export F-35, F-22 engines to China Woman faces 20 years for trying to export F-35, F-22 engines to China originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 09:46:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&nb
  
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• Bosch has an advanced self-parking system slated for 2019

  16-06-2016 15:35
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Videos,BMW,Tesla,Driving,AutonomousHome Zone Park Assist is another baby step on the road to autonomous cars.Continue reading Bosch has an advanced self-parking system slated for 2019 Bosch has an advanced self-parking system slated for 2019 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jun 2016 09:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TI Automotive opens 17th production facility in Ch - just-auto.com (registration)

  16-06-2016 15:13 via just-auto.com
  
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  TI Automotive, a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems, has officially opened a new fuel tank systems production facility on 15 June 2016, in Baoding, China. The 74,000 square-foot (6,900 square-metre) facility is TI Automotive's third ...
  
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• Automotive Vehicle to Everything (V2X) Communications Market 2016-2026 - MarketWatch

  16-06-2016 15:05 via marketwatch.com
  
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  Visiongain's [https://www.visiongain.com ] fresh new report provides detailed analysis of the global automotive V2X market. V2X is undeniably one of the fastest growing aspects of the automotive industry. Visiongain assesses that this market will ...and more »
  
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• VW Group issues new strategy to 2025

  16-06-2016 14:45
  Volkswagen Group has set out a new strategy to 2025 in which it aims to become a "world-leading provider of sustainable mobility".
  
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• Bosch auto unit hiring 340 in Romania

  16-06-2016 14:45
  
  Bosch is recruiting 340 people for its automotive factory in Jucu, in Cluj county, according to local reports citing an employment agency.
  
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• Can Automotive Segment Provide The Future Growth For Texas Instruments? - Forbes

  16-06-2016 14:38 via forbes.com
  
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  While Texas Instruments' overall revenues declined in 2015, its revenues from automotive segment saw an uptick. Further, iHS placed the company among the top 10 automotive semiconductor suppliers for the year 2014. For automotive applications, TI ...
  
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• ZF opens new subsidiary in Iran

  16-06-2016 14:21
  
  Following the easing of economic sanctions at the beginning of this year, ZF Friedrichshafen is intensifying its business commitments in Iran. To this end, the company has opened up the ZF Pars SSK subsidiary, which will start to combine ZF's business activities in the region.
  
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• TI Automotive opens 17th production facility in China

  16-06-2016 14:20
  
  TI Automotive, a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems, has officially opened a new fuel tank systems production facility on 15 June 2016, in Baoding, China.
  
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• VW Tiguan Conti-supplied radar detects pedestrians

  16-06-2016 14:19
  
  A Continental-supplied long range radar (advanced radar sensor, ARS 410) detects pedestrians at a distance of up to 170 metres. It is fitted as standard in the new VW Tiguan.
  
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• PPG opens coatings development centre in China

  16-06-2016 14:19
  
  PPG has completed a US$10m coatings "centre of excellence" at its existing complex in Tianjin, China.
  
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• Ficosa wins rear-view mirror contracts from US OEMs

  16-06-2016 14:15
  
  Ficosa says it has been awarded four contracts from two American OEMs to produce 8,900,000 units of rear-view mirrors over a period of five years in North America
  
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• Xplore Rugged Tablets Chosen as German Premium Automotive Manufacturer's Primary Mobility Solution for 12+ Years - Business Wire (press release)

  16-06-2016 14:01 via businesswire.com
  
  Xplore Rugged Tablets Chosen as German Premium Automotive Manufacturer's Primary Mobility Solution for 12+ Years
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  AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xplore Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: XPLR), manufacturer of the world's most complete line of high quality rugged tablet computers, is today celebrating its collaborative mobility achievements with one of Germany's ...and more »
  
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• VW Group issues new company strategy to 2025

  16-06-2016 13:55
  
  Volkswagen Group has set out a new strategy to 2025 in which it aims to become a "world-leading provider of sustainable mobility".
  
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• Toyota, Mitsubishi, make Philippines production plans

  16-06-2016 13:00
  
  Toyota will spend PHP3.22bn pesos (US$70m) on its Philippines division to increase local production and qualify for a new tax incentive, according to a government statement cited by the Reuters news agency. Meanwhile, Mitsubishi has received the government green light for its plans for the country.
  
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• OEM purchasing managers outline supplier requirements

  16-06-2016 12:55
  Vehicle manufacturer purchasing managers have described the challenges facing the UK supply chain and frustrations they face in dealing with suppliers.
  
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• Volvo Cars' Anders Eugensson on strategy - Interview

  16-06-2016 12:01
  When Volvo announced its 20/20 vision in 2008 - that no one would be killed or seriously injured in one of its cars by the year 2020 - autonomous cars and connectivity were virtually nowhere on the automotive agenda.
  
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• Daimler eyes Russian car plant - reports

  16-06-2016 12:01
  
  Daimler is thinking about building its first passenger car assembly plant in Russia, a spokeswoman has said.
  
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• Luxus chooses BOY machine to enhance automotive materials development - British Plastics and Rubber

  16-06-2016 11:57 via britishplastics.co.uk
  
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  Technical compounder, Luxus, has purchased new injection moulding machinery from BOY as it looks to develop its range of Hycolene thermoplastics for the automotive industry. The Lincolnshire-based company has invested in a BOY 90E injection ...and more »
  
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• Songwon launches weight-reducing stabiliser for automotive parts - British Plastics and Rubber

  16-06-2016 11:05 via britishplastics.co.uk
  
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  Songwon has announced the availability of a new line of stabilisers that it says meets the stringent needs of the automotive industry in terms of weight and cost reduction. New Songxtend 2124 is said to improve the long-term thermal stability (LTTS) of ...and more »
  
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• Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100 concept reveals how the future of luxury could look

  16-06-2016 10:51
  
  The Rolls-Royce crystal ball has revealed the future of super-luxury cars and it looks a lot like the Vision Next 100 concept 2016-06-16 14:20 Rolls-Royce has provided a unique insight into what the ultimate luxury car might look like over the next century with a new Vision Next 100 concept.
  The model was unveiled as part of an event celebrating owner BMW’s centenary held at the Roundhouse in North London, and sits alongside similar futuristic models from BMW and stablemate MINI. Image 3
  
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• Rolls-Royce EX103 Vision Next 100 concept reveals the future of luxury

  16-06-2016 10:51
  
  The Rolls-Royce crystal ball has revealed the future of super-luxury cars and it looks a lot like the EX103 Vision Next 100 concept 2016-06-16 22:00 Rolls-Royce has provided a unique insight into what the ultimate luxury car might look like over the next century with a new EX103 Vision Next 100 concept.
  The model was unveiled as part of an event celebrating owner BMW’s centenary held at the Roundhouse in North London, and sits alongside similar futuristic models from BMW and stablemate MI
  
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