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• Recharge Wrap-up: Carve a wooden bike, Infineon gets into EVs

  14-07-2016 23:58
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Green Culture,Emerging Technologies,Bikes,ElectricHoopy is a DIY wooden bike. E-bike sales to reach $24.4B by 2025 Evercharge says smart cities need smart government. Infineon to get into EVs with Wolfspeed purchase.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Carve a wooden bike, Infineon gets into EVs Recharge Wrap-up: Carve a wooden bike, Infineon gets into EVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 17:58:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Perm
  
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• Small Minis take on massive road trip

  14-07-2016 23:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Mini USA isn't joking when it says its cars come standard with friends. This year's two-week 'Mini Takes The States' road trip for Mini owners crosses through 18 states through July 23.
  
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• Nissan Leaf, Sentra recalled for passenger airbags

  14-07-2016 22:44
  
  Filed under:Green,Recalls,Nissan,United States,Sedan,ElectricA wiring harness connector in the 2016 Nissan Leaf and Sentra may disconnect the passenger airbag, which may cause the airbag to not deploy in the case of an accident.Continue reading Nissan Leaf, Sentra recalled for passenger airbags Nissan Leaf, Sentra recalled for passenger airbags originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 16:44:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Com
  
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• Pokemon Go disease infiltrates the Nurburgring

  14-07-2016 21:30
  
  Filed under:Toys/Games,VideosYes, Pokemon Go players have descended on the Nurburgring. No, nothing is sacred.Continue reading Pokemon Go disease infiltrates the Nurburgring Pokemon Go disease infiltrates the Nurburgring originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 15:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Three car accessories every driver should have

  14-07-2016 21:10
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Ownership,Driving,Maintenance,Safety,Gadgets,Smartphone,TechnologyMany of us essentially live our lives in our cars, so we've decided to curate a list of items designed to help you out.Continue reading Three car accessories every driver should have Three car accessories every driver should have originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 15:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo to go autonomous only when 'it's not really fun to drive'

  14-07-2016 20:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Volvo,Emerging Technologies,AutonomousVolvo's CEO believes that drivers still want to drive. That's a sentiment we can really get behind.Continue reading Volvo to go autonomous only when 'it's not really fun to drive' Volvo to go autonomous only when 'it's not really fun to drive' originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 14:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford's new robots can build cars, make coffee

  14-07-2016 19:15
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Videos,Ford,Europe,Emerging TechnologiesThis new robotic technology could be a big help to assembly workers and offer more design freedom.Continue reading Ford's new robots can build cars, make coffee Ford's new robots can build cars, make coffee originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 13:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Colorado bear locks itself inside of, destroys Subaru

  14-07-2016 18:44
  
  Filed under:Humor,Ownership,Weird Car News,SubaruA Golden, Colorado woman got a rude awakening when she discovered a black bear locked inside her car.Continue reading Colorado bear locks itself inside of, destroys Subaru Colorado bear locks itself inside of, destroys Subaru originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 12:44:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Consumer Reports wants Tesla to change Autopilot name, function

  14-07-2016 18:40
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Driving,Technology,AutonomousThe publication has called on Tesla to remove Autosteer and relabel Autopilot in the wake of the recent accidents.Continue reading Consumer Reports wants Tesla to change Autopilot name, function Consumer Reports wants Tesla to change Autopilot name, function originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 12:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Drive On The Left | The List #0033

  14-07-2016 18:01
  
  Filed under:The List,Videos,CoupeWhen you've been driving on the right side of the road your whole life, driving on the left can be incredibly disorienting.Continue reading Drive On The Left | The List #0033 Drive On The Left | The List #0033 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Pokémon GO players save overdose victims on freeway

  14-07-2016 17:57
  
  Filed under:Weird Car News,Driving,SafetyFour young Pokémon GO players from the Cincinnati area got more than they bargained for when, instead of Squirtle or Bidoof, they caught a couple in the throes of a drug overdose.Continue reading Pokémon GO players save overdose victims on freeway Pokémon GO players save overdose victims on freeway originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 11:57:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this&
  
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• Honda India recalls Takata airbags

  14-07-2016 17:52
  
  Honda Motor's Indian unit is recalling 190,578 vehicles to replace Takata passenger front airbag inflators, the company reportedly said in a statement.
  
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• New GM isn't safe from lawsuits against Old GM

  14-07-2016 17:40
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Recalls,GMThe decision allows drivers injured before 2009's bankruptcy and owners who claim their cars lost value due to the ignition switch scandal to sue New GM.Continue reading New GM isn't safe from lawsuits against Old GM New GM isn't safe from lawsuits against Old GM originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 11:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Long-tailed Porsche Vision GT Concept rendered by fans

  14-07-2016 17:25
  
  A team of enthusiasts has unveiled an unofficial rendering of a modern Porsche Gran Turismo car – and it’s truly stunning 2016-07-15 10:30 The Porsche 918 Spyder is a sight to behold even on its own, but some Porsche enthusiasts felt it needed a GT-style makeover. That’s where the team behind these renderings comes in. Although it’s unlikely to ever hit production, the Porsche 908/04 Vision GT Concept is a stunning look at a car that’s bound to rocket to the top of
  
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• Automotive Grade Linux Releases 2.0 Spec Amid Growing Support - Linux.com (blog)

  14-07-2016 17:19 via linux.com
  
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  Automotive Grade Linux Releases 2.0 Spec Amid Growing Support
  Linux.com (blog)
  The Automotive Grade Linux project has released the second version of its Unified Code Base (UCB) distribution for in-vehicle infotainment. Used with permission. The Linux Foundation's Automotive Grade Linux (AGL) project, which is developing a ...
  
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• Research and Markets - Global Automotive Voice and Speech Recognition System Market CAGR Growth of 4.31% by ... - PR Newswire (press release)

  14-07-2016 17:11 via prnewswire.com
  Research and Markets - Global Automotive Voice and Speech Recognition System Market CAGR Growth of 4.31% by ...
  PR Newswire (press release)
  The report forecasts the global automotive VR system market to grow at a CAGR of 4.31% during the period 2016-2020. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the research team said: Automakers went through the evolution of in-vehicle infotainment and ...and more »
  
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• Updated Mazda3 hits US roads this year

  14-07-2016 17:01
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Mazda,Japan,United States,Hatchback,SedanMazda updated the Mazda3 with the automaker's G-Vectoring Control, which will go on sale today in Japan and make its way to the US later this year.Continue reading Updated Mazda3 hits US roads this year Updated Mazda3 hits US roads this year originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 11:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Air Force needs to replace its ancient jet trainer

  14-07-2016 16:58
  
  Filed under:Read This,MilitaryUS Air Force pilots are training on a jet that entered service in the 1960s, and that's a detriment to their abilities in 21st century fighters.Continue reading The Air Force needs to replace its ancient jet trainer The Air Force needs to replace its ancient jet trainer originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 10:58:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive 48V Power Supply Systems 2016 - bestmag

  14-07-2016 16:44 via bestmag.co.uk
  Automotive 48V Power Supply Systems 2016
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  The 4th international conference on Automotive 48V Power Supply Systems will give a profound insight into the latest developments of 48V onboard power supply and mild hybridization. Also the first experiences of serial production will be a core topic.
  
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• California says nein to VW's 3.0-liter diesel fix

  14-07-2016 16:30
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Volkswagen,Emissions,DieselIn the ongoing attempt to fix the mess it created, VW has submitted a fix for the 3.0-liter diesels to regulators. They don't like what they see.Continue reading California says nein to VW's 3.0-liter diesel fix California says nein to VW's 3.0-liter diesel fix originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 10:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Limited run Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Spitfire 80 swoops in

  14-07-2016 16:03
  
  Special Aston Martin V12 Vantage S launched to celebrate 80th anniversary of the Supermarine Spitfire’s fighter plane's first flight 2016-07-14 15:10 Aston Martin of Cambridge has launched a limited edition of the V12 Vantage S model. The special has been created to mark 80 years of the Spitfire fighter plane and will set buyers back £180,000. Only eight examples of this exclusive car will be made with first deliveries taking place on October 18th this year.
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• Aston celebrates British Spitfire with bespoke V12 Vantage S

  14-07-2016 15:48
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Aston Martin,UK,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceAston Martin created a special edition of its Vantage S to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Spitfire.Continue reading Aston celebrates British Spitfire with bespoke V12 Vantage S Aston celebrates British Spitfire with bespoke V12 Vantage S originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 09:48:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Aston Cambridge celebrates British Spitfire with bespoke V12 Vantage S

  14-07-2016 15:48
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Aston Martin,UK,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceAston Martin Cambridge created a special-edition Vantage to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Spitfire fighter plane.Continue reading Aston Cambridge celebrates British Spitfire with bespoke V12 Vantage S Aston Cambridge celebrates British Spitfire with bespoke V12 Vantage S originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 09:48:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Consumer Reports urges Tesla to disable auto steering function

  14-07-2016 15:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The influential magazine wants Tesla to disable an auto steering function on the Model S, require drivers to keep their hands on the wheel as part of an updated driver assist system, and stop referring to the autonomous product as Autopilot.
  
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• Denso to expand thermal operations in Michigan, create 125 jobs

  14-07-2016 15:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  Denso Manufacturing Michigan, which makes automotive air conditioning and engine cooling systems, is expanding in Battle Creek, Mich.
  
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• BBC closes Top Gear burnout investigation

  14-07-2016 15:15
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Videos,FordThe BBC says it is done investigating a controversial Top Gear stunt.Continue reading BBC closes Top Gear burnout investigation BBC closes Top Gear burnout investigation originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 09:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Smart ForTwo Brabus 2016 review

  14-07-2016 15:10
  
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  Adding a little more power to one of the smallest cars on sale today could have proved disastrous, but it seems like Smart has got it rightThe philosophy of speed, performance and handling is part and parcel of sports car ownership. Ferrari, Porsche and Lamborghini have been nailing the formula for decades, while even the likes of Renault, Ford and Peugeot now have a credible range of hot hatchbacks. But up to now, attempts by Merced
  
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• Smart Brabus ForTwo 2016 review

  14-07-2016 15:10
  
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  Image 1 of 16 14 Jul, 2016 11:00pmRichard Ingram
  Adding a little more power to one of the smallest cars on sale today could have proved disastrous, but it seems like Smart has got it rightThe philosophy of speed, performance and handling is part and parcel of sports car ownership. Ferrari, Porsche and Lamborghini have been nailing the formula for decades, while even the likes of Renault, Ford and Peugeot now have a credible range of hot hatchbacks. But up to now, attempts by Merced
  
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• Henniges Automotive to Open First Manufacturing Plant in Poland - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  14-07-2016 15:10 via prnewswire.co.uk
  Henniges Automotive to Open First Manufacturing Plant in Poland
  PR Newswire UK (press release)
  AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, July 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Henniges Automotive Holdings, Inc., a leading global supplier of highly engineered sealing and anti-vibration components for the automotive market, is excited to announce, that today it is opening a ...and more »
  
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• Best practice tips for dealers at Automotive Management Live - AM-online

  14-07-2016 15:10 via am-online.com
  
  Best practice tips for dealers at Automotive Management Live
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  AM has teamed up with eight commercial partners to deliver best practice sessions throughout the day at its new trade expo Automotive Management Live. Automotive Management Live, which takes place at the ArenaMK on 16 November, is hosted in ...
  
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• Tesla ends Resale Value Guarantee program

  14-07-2016 14:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Ownership,Tesla,Car Buying,Green Automakers,ElectricTesla's Resale Value Guarantee program ended July 1, 2016. The program gave customers a buyback price for their new Model S after 36 months.Continue reading Tesla ends Resale Value Guarantee program Tesla ends Resale Value Guarantee program originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 14 Jul 2016 08:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford Cologne trials co-bots to fit Fiesta shocks

  14-07-2016 14:01
  New collaborative robots - or co-bots - are being used to help Ford workers in Germany fit shock absorbers to Fiesta cars, a task that requires pinpoint accuracy, strength and dexterity. Employees work hand-in-hand with the robots to ensure a perfect fit.
  
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• Global Aluminum Market for the Automotive Industry Growth of 4.5% CAGR by 2020 - Analysis, Technologies ... - Yahoo Finance

  14-07-2016 13:35 via finance.yahoo.com
  Global Aluminum Market for the Automotive Industry Growth of 4.5% CAGR by 2020 - Analysis, Technologies ...
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  The report forecasts the global aluminum market for automotive industry to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% during the period 2016-2020. The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global aluminum market for automotive industry for ...and more »
  
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• Parking rage sweeps the nation with 75% of motorists affected

  14-07-2016 13:28
  
  Three quarters of motorists have been found to get angry over bad parking, according to a new study in to the parking rage phenomenon 2016-07-14 12:25 A new form of road rage has been found sweeping across Britain, after new research found three quarters of motorists are irritated by poor parking, with three million motorists admitting to spying on their neighbours to ensure they don’t park in the wrong place. Parking rage has arrived.
  The study, conducted by insurer Privilege car insuran
  
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• Global Aluminum Market for the Automotive Industry Growth of 4.5% CAGR by 2020 - Analysis, Technologies ... - Business Wire (press release)

  14-07-2016 13:26 via businesswire.com
  
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  The report forecasts the global aluminum market for automotive industry to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% during the period 2016-2020. The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global aluminum market for automotive industry for ...
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• Graduate Researcher - Automotive Industry - TARGETjobs

  14-07-2016 13:10 via targetjobs.co.uk
  Graduate Researcher - Automotive Industry
  TARGETjobs
  The business is based to the south of Birmingham and has been established for over 40 years. They provide a specific range of services to the car industry- classic, heritage and motorsport. The role. This is an internship paid at living wage - it will ...
  
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• Ford Cologen trials co-bots to fit Fiesta shocks

  14-07-2016 13:07
  
  New collaborative robots - or co-bots - are being used to help Ford workers in Germany fit shock absorbers to Fiesta cars, a task that requires pinpoint accuracy, strength and dexterity. Employees work hand-in-hand with the robots to ensure a perfect fit.
  
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• Global Automotive Augmented Reality Market to Grow 17.96% by 2020 - Driven by TFT to DMD Evolution - Research ... - Yahoo Finance UK

  14-07-2016 12:53 via uk.finance.yahoo.com
  
  Global Automotive Augmented Reality Market to Grow 17.96% by 2020 - Driven by TFT to DMD Evolution - Research ...
  Yahoo Finance UK
  The report forecasts the global automotive augmented reality market to grow at a CAGR of 17.96% during the period 2016-2020. Primary deficiencies of conventional HUDs: Irrelevant information and on-screen space clutter; Inappropriate on-screen ...and more »
  
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• Global Automotive Augmented Reality Market to Grow 17.96% by 2020 - Driven by TFT to DMD Evolution - Research ... - Business Wire (press release)

  14-07-2016 12:53 via businesswire.com
  
  Global Automotive Augmented Reality Market to Grow 17.96% by 2020 - Driven by TFT to DMD Evolution - Research ...
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  The report forecasts the global automotive augmented reality market to grow at a CAGR of 17.96% during the period 2016-2020. Primary deficiencies of conventional HUDs: Irrelevant information and on-screen space clutter; Inappropriate on-screen ...and more »
  
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• Toyoda Gosei to open new plant in Bawal, India

  14-07-2016 12:47
  
  Toyoda Gosei is establishing a new plant in Bawal in the Indian state of Haryana to meet the expected growth in demand for airbags and other parts with expanding automobile production and stronger safety regulations in India.
  
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• Global Automotive Voice and Speech Recognition System Market Growth of 4.31% CAGR by 2020 - Analysis ... - Yahoo Finance

  14-07-2016 12:42 via finance.yahoo.com
  Global Automotive Voice and Speech Recognition System Market Growth of 4.31% CAGR by 2020 - Analysis ...
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  The global automotive VR system market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.31% during the period 2016-2020. The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global automotive VR system market for 2016-2020. To calculate the market ...and more »
  
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• Mobis completes 10 years of module supply to Chrysler

  14-07-2016 12:39
  
  Hyundai Mobis established Mobis North America (MNA) 10 years ago and began to supply modules to Chrysler. Its cumulative production quantity is expected to reach 4m by the end of this year.
  
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• Yokohama Geolander tyres for Mazda CX-9

  14-07-2016 12:36
  
  Yokohama Rubber said its Geolandar H/T G056 tyre has been selected as original equipment on Mazda Motor's new CX-9 three-row midsize crossover SUV, sold in North America and Australia.
  
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• Mazda extends Skyactiv tech

  14-07-2016 12:35
  
  Mazda Motor Corporation has announced Skyactiv-vehicle dynamics, a series of new-generation vehicle motion control technologies.
  
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• International introduces predictive cruise control on highway trucks

  14-07-2016 12:34
  
  International Truck said it now offers new, predictive cruise control technology on its ProStar and LoneStar Class 8 on-highway trucks. Unlike conventional predictive cruise technology, the company's predictive cruise control uses preinstalled GPS maps and the latest commercial route data to make adjustments to cruising speed without the need to pre-drive the route.
  
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• Hella global sales grow 8.9% in FY 2015-2016

  14-07-2016 12:32
  
  Hella, supplier of lighting technology and electronic products for the automotive industry, continued to successfully deliver growth based on preliminary figures for fiscal year 2015/2016.
  
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• Denso to spend US$37m at Battle Creek

  14-07-2016 12:29
  
  Denso is to spend US$37m on machinery and equipment to expand automation at its Michigan (DMMI) manufacturing facility in Battle Creek.
  
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• SEAT distinguished by the Basque automotive cluster - Automotive World (press release)

  14-07-2016 12:15 via automotiveworld.com
  SEAT distinguished by the Basque automotive cluster
  Automotive World (press release)
  SEAT has received the AUTOMOCIÓN-ACICAE award, in the Carmaker category, which is an annual recognition made by the Basque automotive cluster ACICAE. This year, the Basque association recognised SEAT “for its performance as an automotive ...
  
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• Eliminating the Automotive Industry Skills Gap - Ward's Auto

  14-07-2016 12:07 via wardsauto.com
  
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  Eliminating the Automotive Industry Skills Gap
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  Car manufacturing is increasingly complex, with advanced and fast-changing equipment down the assembly line. Companies can deliver training systems that are convenient, compelling and intuitive. Because the automotive industry depends on the use of ...
  
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• Philippine sales hit record high in June

  14-07-2016 12:05
  
  New vehicle sales in the Philippines jumped by over 36% to a new monthly record high of 32,993 units in June, from 24,185 units in the same month of last year, according to a report released jointly by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).
  
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