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• New Toyota Supra may get a twin-turbo Lexus V6

  22-07-2016 23:28
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Toyota,PerformanceTalk of a twin-turbo V6 for the new Lexus GS and LS has us wondering if this engine will make it into the hypothetical Toyota Supra and BMW Z5.Continue reading New Toyota Supra may get a twin-turbo Lexus V6 New Toyota Supra may get a twin-turbo Lexus V6 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 17:28:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Car-hacking has the industry's highest level of attention, conference shows

  22-07-2016 23:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If the 500-strong crowd at the Billington Global Automotive Cybersecurity Summit here today is any indication, cybersecurity now has the automobile industry's undivided attention.
  
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• EU may pressure Volkswagen to compensate dirty diesel owners

  22-07-2016 23:14
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Volkswagen,Emissions,Europe,DieselSome European regulators are unhappy that its diesel owners aren't getting paid by VW like the Americans are.Continue reading EU may pressure Volkswagen to compensate dirty diesel owners EU may pressure Volkswagen to compensate dirty diesel owners originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 17:14:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Recharge Wrap-up: Jason Hughes builds 1,000-hp EV, BMW considers Thai battery factory

  22-07-2016 23:00
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Plants/Manufacturing,BMW,Misc. Automakers,Tesla,Green Automakers,ElectricTesla hacker Jason Hughes is building his own EV with parts from Tesla and Chevy. BMW is considering building a battery plant in Thailand. The amount of Samsung's BYD investment has been revealed.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Jason Hughes builds 1,000-hp EV, BMW considers Thai battery factory Recharge Wrap-up: Jason Hughes builds 1,000-hp EV, BMW considers Thai battery factory orig
  
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• Auto industry should enlist hackers to aid in cybersecurity, panelists say

  22-07-2016 22:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If the auto industry wants protection from the most talented players in the cybersecurity field, then it needs to attract hackers, panelists said today at the Billington Global Automotive Cybersecurity Summit.
  
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• Axalta acquires United Paint's automotive coatings business - Automotive News

  22-07-2016 22:43 via autonews.com
  
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  Axalta acquires United Paint's automotive coatings business
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  Axalta Coating Systems has acquired United Paint and Chemical's automotive interior coatings business. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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• Axalta acquires United Paint's automotive coatings business

  22-07-2016 22:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Axalta Coating Systems has acquired United Paint and Chemical's automotive interior coatings business. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
  
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• FCA recalling 410,000 vehicles for software, wiring issues

  22-07-2016 22:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles said it is recalling nearly 410,000 vehicles worldwide because of a defect that can lead to a loss of propulsion.
  
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• Smart brings back the 1970s with a fabric-covered hardtop

  22-07-2016 22:30
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,smart,CoupeSmart's new roof option recalls the dark ages of automotive design.Continue reading Smart brings back the 1970s with a fabric-covered hardtop Smart brings back the 1970s with a fabric-covered hardtop originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 16:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive artist spotlight on Pinstripe Chris - Autoblog (blog)

  22-07-2016 22:28 via autoblog.com
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  This post comes from Autoblog Open Road, our contributor network. The author is solely responsible for the content, and any opinions do not necessarily reflect those of Autoblog and its editors. In recent years with the proliferation of social media ...
  
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• Nico Rosberg signs with Mercedes F1 for two more seasons

  22-07-2016 22:15
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Mercedes-Benz,RacingWhy ruin a good thing?Continue reading Nico Rosberg signs with Mercedes F1 for two more seasons Nico Rosberg signs with Mercedes F1 for two more seasons originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 16:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive artist spotlight on Pinstripe Chris

  22-07-2016 22:00
  
  Filed under:Open RoadPinstripe Chris has brought marker art to the forefront as a valid form of automotive art. Read on to find out about his beginnings and where the marker art has taken him.Continue reading Automotive artist spotlight on Pinstripe Chris Automotive artist spotlight on Pinstripe Chris originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 16:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Sonic-themed Honda Civic spin-dashes into Comic-Con

  22-07-2016 21:54
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Toys/Games,Honda,Sedan,BudgetHonda teamed with Sega to celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog's 25th birthday for San Diego Comic-Con.Continue reading Sonic-themed Honda Civic spin-dashes into Comic-Con Sonic-themed Honda Civic spin-dashes into Comic-Con originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 15:54:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• In deep with a hydrogen vehicle expert: 'There is something different this time'

  22-07-2016 20:57
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,AutoblogGreen Exclusive,Green Automakers,Automotive History,Emerging Technologies,Electric,HydrogenIn which wetake a long look at the development of hydrogen vehicles with someone who's been studying the field for three decades. You're bound to learn something.Continue reading In deep with a hydrogen vehicle expert: 'There is something different this time' In deep with a hydrogen vehicle expert: 'There is something different this time' originally appeared on Au
  
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• Ultimate Off-Road Wheelchair | Autoblog Minute

  22-07-2016 20:30
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog MinuteIs this the most extreme wheelchair ever built?Continue reading Ultimate Off-Road Wheelchair | Autoblog Minute Ultimate Off-Road Wheelchair | Autoblog Minute originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Next-gen Mazda MX-5 could use carbon fiber to cut weight

  22-07-2016 20:01
  
  Filed under:Mazda,Convertible,Coupe,LightweightLess weight and a smaller engine could be in the future.Continue reading Next-gen Mazda MX-5 could use carbon fiber to cut weight Next-gen Mazda MX-5 could use carbon fiber to cut weight originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 14:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Autoliv net income gains 8.5% in Q2 as airbag business grows

  22-07-2016 19:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Swedish safety products supplier Autoliv said it posted gains across all its product lines during the second quarter as it generated more airbag business than expected in the wake of the Takata recall crisis.
  
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• Tesla boosts Superchargers to 145 kW, backs 'fastest' claim

  22-07-2016 19:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,ElectricThe information came out as part of a legal fight in the UK.Continue reading Tesla boosts Superchargers to 145 kW, backs 'fastest' claim Tesla boosts Superchargers to 145 kW, backs 'fastest' claim originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 13:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• For Elon Musk, Tesla's impresario, the latest act falls flat

  22-07-2016 19:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The hints, the tweets, the will-he-or-won't-he suspense. It was classic showman Elon Musk. Then his much-hyped 1,500-word manifesto dropped and -- whiff.
  
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• Used Porsche 911 Rs are selling for nearly $1.3 million

  22-07-2016 19:01
  
  Filed under:Porsche,Car Buying,PerformancePrices of low-volume sports cars have a tendency to skyrocket, especially when they're as lauded as the new Porsche 911 R. Prices for the so-called purist's Porsche should surprise no one.Continue reading Used Porsche 911 Rs are selling for nearly $1.3 million Used Porsche 911 Rs are selling for nearly $1.3 million originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 13:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this&nbs
  
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• Is your car road-trip ready?

  22-07-2016 19:00
  
  Filed under:Open RoadBefore you hit the road, make sure your car can make the trip.Continue reading Is your car road-trip ready? Is your car road-trip ready? originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 13:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Hall of Fame mulls move to downtown Detroit

  22-07-2016 18:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After nearly 20 years in Dearborn, Mich., the Automotive Hall of Fame's president says it's time to move the museum to downtown Detroit.
  
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• US Special Forces buying Toyota Land Cruisers, Hiluxes

  22-07-2016 18:32
  
  Filed under:Ford,Toyota,SUV,Truck,Military,Off-Road,SpecialtyAn Ohio company will modify the vehicles with heavily upgraded mechanicals, armor, and new communications and command equipment.Continue reading US Special Forces buying Toyota Land Cruisers, Hiluxes US Special Forces buying Toyota Land Cruisers, Hiluxes originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 12:32:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Hall of Fame mulls move to downtown Detroit - Automotive News

  22-07-2016 18:27 via autonews.com
  
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  The Hall of Fame is next to The Henry Ford museum in Dearborn. The 25,000-square-foot facility opened in August 1997. DETROIT -- After nearly 20 years in Dearborn, Mich., the Automotive Hall of Fame's president says it's time to move the museum to ...
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• Driving the new Q30, and Infiniti future models

  22-07-2016 18:05
  It's been a long time coming but finally European car buyers are becoming aware of Infiniti. The Q30 is the reason why brand sales were up by 177% in the first half of 2016.
  
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• Next Land Rover Defender going rogue?

  22-07-2016 18:00
  
  Filed under:Open RoadUnlike the next Jeep Wrangler, the next Defender appears it may push the engineering envelope for an off-road utility vehicle.Continue reading Next Land Rover Defender going rogue? Next Land Rover Defender going rogue? originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• How to clean car interior plastic trim | Autoblog Details

  22-07-2016 18:00
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Videos,Auto Repair,Maintenance,Safety,Autoblog DetailsMuch of your car's interior is comprised of plastic trim that can become dirty and brittle. Here's how to properly clean it.Continue reading How to clean car interior plastic trim | Autoblog Details How to clean car interior plastic trim | Autoblog Details originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Morgan EV3 Selfridges Edition celebrates two British icons

  22-07-2016 17:51
  
  Morgan has launched the UK 1909 limited edition of its electric three-wheeler in partnership with the London department store 2016-07-22 16:40 After we first saw it at the Geneva Motor Show, the Morgan EV3 electric three-wheeler has gone on sale with a limited production version in collaboration with high end department store Selfridges.
  Only 19 #UK1909 limited edition versions of the EV3 will be produced, all of which will be sold through the iconic British store's four outlets aroun
  
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• Used Peugeot 208 review

  22-07-2016 17:50
  
  A full used buyer’s guide on the Peugeot 208 featuring the Peugeot 208 Mk1 (2012-date) 2016-07-24 12:00 Peugeot has built some great small cars, but in recent years the company has been left behind by rivals that make better driving, more reliable, higher-quality models.
  So it was great to see Peugeot fighting back when it launched the 208 in 2012. This model was so good that we crowned it Best Supermini at our 2012 New Car Awards. At the time, we said: “Peugeot is back on top of th
  
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• California Highway Patrol powers up with Charger Pursuits

  22-07-2016 17:34
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/Legal,Dodge,SpecialtyLook out. There's a new Mopar sheriff in town.Continue reading California Highway Patrol powers up with Charger Pursuits California Highway Patrol powers up with Charger Pursuits originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 11:34:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Samsung invests $449 million in China's BYD

  22-07-2016 17:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Samsung pursued a stake in EV specialist BYD after an affiliate was among foreign battery makers left off a list of suppliers approved by China, where sales of EVs are surging and the government has sped up construction of charging points.
  
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• This Is the Country's Hottest New City for Autos - Fortune

  22-07-2016 17:01 via fortune.com
  
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  A desert locale is turning itself into a paradise for the increasingly tech-centric car industry. A few things you probably know about the Phoenix area: It has a lot of golf courses (more than 200). It's hot (85% of the days per year are sunny). You ...
  
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• Army pushing for more deadly scout vehicles

  22-07-2016 17:01
  
  Filed under:MilitaryThe cancellation of a new recon vehicle last month is pushing a high-ranking Army official to remind the service of the need for specialized vehicles.Continue reading Army pushing for more deadly scout vehicles Army pushing for more deadly scout vehicles originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 11:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Oldsmobile Curved Dash

  22-07-2016 17:00
  
  Although the success of the Ford Model T is often attributed to its early use of mass production on a moving assembly line, in fact the honour of being the first car built this way falls to the Oldsmobile Curved Dash model introduced in 1901. It lasted until 1907, and due to its affordable price and reliability the two-seater runabout sold well with 19,000 produced. The Model T was launched in 1908, and by 1927 had sold 16.5 million, but it’s fair to say the Oldsmobile showed the Ford the
  
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• Best American cars of all time - Oldsmobile Curved Dash

  22-07-2016 17:00
  
  Before the Ford revolutionised the production line, there was the Oldsmobile Curved Dash
  
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• BMW halts delivery of several M cars for rear differential problem

  22-07-2016 16:50
  
  Filed under:Recalls,BMW,Coupe,Sedan,PerformanceThe problem is unclear, but some of Bimmer's hottest cars are affected.Continue reading BMW halts delivery of several M cars for rear differential problem BMW halts delivery of several M cars for rear differential problem originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 10:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Obama Administration wants 200-mile EV that charges in under 10 minutes

  22-07-2016 16:32
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,BMW,Ford,GM,Nissan,Tesla,United States,ElectricDespite missing the famous 1-million-EVs-by-2015 goal, the Obama Administration is still working towards a US with more electric vehicles.Continue reading Obama Administration wants 200-mile EV that charges in under 10 minutes Obama Administration wants 200-mile EV that charges in under 10 minutes originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 10:32:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink 
  
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• Daihatsu unveils new small sedan for Malaysia

  22-07-2016 16:25
  
  Daihatsu is entering the small sedan market in Malaysia with a model developed jointly with Perodua.
  
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• Volvo aims to sell autonomous vehicle by 2021

  22-07-2016 16:15
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Volvo,AutonomousVolvo puts the target on its back. Can the Swedish company deliver?Continue reading Volvo aims to sell autonomous vehicle by 2021 Volvo aims to sell autonomous vehicle by 2021 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 10:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• "Gerry McGovern - the man behind the best cars on earth"

  22-07-2016 15:55
  
  Mike Rutherford's been talking to Gerry McGovern, design director at Land Rover, about the future of the brand 2016-07-24 10:00 If you met Gerry McGovern in a bar and had no idea who he was, you'd never guess what line of work he's in.
  Here's an effortlessly witty bloke who could pass as a super dry stand-up comedian in the Frank Skinner mould. His voice (when speaking, not singing - heaven forbid) is eerily similar to that of rock god Jeff Lynne of ELO. And considering McGovern's working-class
  
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• Recalls redux - the week that was

  22-07-2016 15:49
  The auto industry's current roster of infamous, recall-related scandals remained in the just-auto news this week as further revelations unfolded. Example: this article, confirming an aspect of the saga already well scrutinised by both regulators and media - air bag supplier Takata routinely manipulated results of inflator tests supplied to Honda. Just today, we learned US regulators, aka NHTSA, want GM to recall another 4.3m Takata inflator-equipped vehicles. To use an old me
  
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• BMW Competition Edition: 'ultimate version' of M5

  22-07-2016 15:46
  
  Filed under:BMW,Europe,Sedan,Performance,SpecialtyAmerica got a special edition. Now it's Europe's turn.Continue reading BMW Competition Edition: 'ultimate version' of M5 BMW Competition Edition: 'ultimate version' of M5 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 09:46:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mahle opens vehicle engineering centre in UK

  22-07-2016 15:28
  
  Mahle Powertrain has opened the doors to its new Vehicle Engineering Centre (VEC) in Northampton, UK.
  
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• Henkel is developing adhesive solutions for 3D printing in automotive, furniture and construction industries - 3ders.org (blog)

  22-07-2016 15:26 via 3ders.org
  
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  Henkel is developing adhesive solutions for 3D printing in automotive, furniture and construction industries
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  The future of 3D printing is looking bright. Especially the industrial 3D printing revolution is picking up speed, as more and more corporations are adopting 3D printing for a variety of applications. While this level of progress is quickly turning ...
  
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• Quench your thirst without spillage with the Mighty Mug Biggie

  22-07-2016 15:00
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Ownership,GadgetsKeeping hydrated in your car shouldn't be an ordeal. Get the tip-resistant Mighty Mug Biggie, and you'll never have to deal with spilled drinks in your car ever again.Continue reading Quench your thirst without spillage with the Mighty Mug Biggie Quench your thirst without spillage with the Mighty Mug Biggie originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | 
  
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• Apple's electric car might not hit the streets until 2021

  22-07-2016 14:45
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Emerging Technologies,ElectricProject Titan is reportedly delayed a year, though the plan is still shrouded in secrecy.Continue reading Apple's electric car might not hit the streets until 2021 Apple's electric car might not hit the streets until 2021 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 08:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• McLaren Automotive hits third year of record-breaking profits - Get Surrey

  22-07-2016 14:39 via getsurrey.co.uk
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  McLaren Automotive celebrated another record-breaking year, five years after the first supercar came off the production line. The British manufacturer, based at the McLaren Technology Centre , in Chertsey Road , announced operating profits of £23.5 ...
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• McLaren Automotive hits third year of record-breaking profits - Get ... - Get Surrey

  22-07-2016 14:39 via getsurrey.co.uk
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  Celebrating five years in production, the supercar manufacturer announced its latest multimillion results for 2015.
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• Tesla owner says Autopilot prevented pedestrian accident

  22-07-2016 14:01
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Autonomous,ElectricTesla and its Autopilot feature get a ray of good news after a rough few weeks.Continue reading Tesla owner says Autopilot prevented pedestrian accident Tesla owner says Autopilot prevented pedestrian accident originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2016 08:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• June 2016 saw record numbers of automotive jobs advertised ... - MotorTradeNews.com (press release) (registration)

  22-07-2016 13:53 via motortradenews.com
  June 2016 saw record numbers of automotive jobs advertised ...
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