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• FCA US: Volume slips on weak Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep demand

  03-10-2016 23:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Jeep reported its first monthly sales decline since September 2013 Monday, pushing Fiat Chrysler's U.S. sales down 0.9 percent in September. The automaker posted sales of 192,883 vehicles for the month, including its first reported U.S.
  
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• Top five 2016 Paris Motor Show debuts | Editors' Picks

  03-10-2016 23:29
  
  Filed under:Paris Motor ShowOur favorites from France.Continue reading Top five 2016 Paris Motor Show debuts | Editors' Picks Top five 2016 Paris Motor Show debuts | Editors' Picks originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 17:29:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla's largest private Supercharger order, Sec. Foxx talks safety in innovation

  03-10-2016 23:29
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Marketing/Advertising,Tesla,Renault,Alternative Fuels,Safety,Emerging Technologies,Electric,HydrogenA Taxi company ordered its own 12-stall Supercharger station. Secretary Foxx visited the ITIC. Delivery drivers set a Renault Kangoo ZE-H2 range record.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla's largest private Supercharger order, Sec. Foxx talks safety in innovation Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla's largest private Supercharger order, Sec. Foxx talks safety in innovatio
  
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• FORD: A tough comp to 'strong' Sept. 2015

  03-10-2016 23:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford Motor Co. posted double-digit declines for 11 of its 22 U.S. nameplates last month as its light-vehicle sales fell 8.1 percent from what it described as an unusually strong September 2015. Ford said its light-truck sales were down 2.
  
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• Automotive Grade-0 analogue ICs packaged to occupy 50% footprint - Electronics EETimes (registration)

  03-10-2016 22:55 via electronics-eetimes.com
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  Automotive Grade-0 analogue ICs packaged to occupy 50% footprint
  Electronics EETimes (registration)
  STMicroelectronics' AEC-Q100 Grade-0 op amps and comparators come in the space-saving MiniSO8 package, giving automotive designers space savings in ECUs deployed in extreme temperature environments and safety-critical systems.
  
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• Faraday Future will have 'highest energy density' with LG Chem battery

  03-10-2016 22:48
  
  Filed under:Green,Green Automakers,ElectricWill 'LG Chem inside' be the calling card of this early EV era?Continue reading Faraday Future will have 'highest energy density' with LG Chem battery Faraday Future will have 'highest energy density' with LG Chem battery originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 16:48:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. Announces Dates for Its Third Quarter 2016 Earnings Release and Conference Call - GlobeNewswire (press release)

  03-10-2016 22:31 via globenewswire.com
  
  O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. Announces Dates for Its Third Quarter 2016 Earnings Release and Conference Call
  GlobeNewswire (press release)
  SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Oct. 03, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (the “Company” or “O'Reilly”) (Nasdaq:ORLY), a leading retailer in the automotive aftermarket industry, announces the release date for its third quarter 2016 results as ...
  O'Reilly Automotive Inc. (ORLY) is Papp L Roy & Associates' 6th Largest Positio
  
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• Some Ford cars to link with Amazon's Alexa home voice system

  03-10-2016 22:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Some Ford owners will soon be able to turn up the heat at home from their cars using Amazon's Alexa voice service or start their vehicles from their desks using the same system.
  
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• GM, US Army team up for hydrogen-powered Chevy Colorado

  03-10-2016 22:19
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,Alternative Fuels,Truck,Hydrogen,MilitaryThe hydrogen fuel cell provides juice for a portable power unit while another system harnesses the ZH2's water emissions to provide a drink for thirsty troops.Continue reading GM, US Army team up for hydrogen-powered Chevy Colorado GM, US Army team up for hydrogen-powered Chevy Colorado originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 16:19:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this 
  
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• Toyota created a small talking robot for some reason

  03-10-2016 22:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Toyota,Japan,Emerging Technologies,TechnologyKirobo Mini is as smart as a 5-year old and wants to chat.Continue reading Toyota created a small talking robot for some reason Toyota created a small talking robot for some reason originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 16:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NISSAN: Light trucks drive 4.9% gain

  03-10-2016 21:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Sales of light trucks continued to power Nissan Group U.S. sales in September as the combined total for the Nissan and Infiniti brands rose 4.9 percent to 127,797 vehicles. Nissan Division set a record for September, rising 4.
  
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• Our clearest look yet at the C7 Chevy Corvette ZR1

  03-10-2016 21:35
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Toyota,Japan,Emerging Technologies,TechnologyAlthough it's still covered in camouflage, this is the clearest look at the C7 Chevy Corvette ZR1 prototype yet. And it's got some serious aero bits.Continue reading Our clearest look yet at the C7 Chevy Corvette ZR1 Our clearest look yet at the C7 Chevy Corvette ZR1 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 15:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Dodge Challenger ADR prototypes spied with massive rubber

  03-10-2016 20:30
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Dodge,Coupe,PerformancePrototypes' tires hint towards an upcoming wide-body model.Continue reading Dodge Challenger ADR prototypes spied with massive rubber Dodge Challenger ADR prototypes spied with massive rubber originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Spoiler Alert: Ford Police Interceptor Utility gets stealthy new lights

  03-10-2016 20:00
  
  Filed under:Ford,Crossover,Police/EmergencyAvailable on 2017 Police Interceptor Utility models, spoiler-mounted rear lights are programable and can be set to red, blue, or amber.Continue reading Spoiler Alert: Ford Police Interceptor Utility gets stealthy new lights Spoiler Alert: Ford Police Interceptor Utility gets stealthy new lights originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 14:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Three of the strangest French car features from the 2016 Paris Motor Show

  03-10-2016 19:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Paris Motor Show,CitroenA look at the strange, clever, and wonderful little details on French cars.Continue reading Three of the strangest French car features from the 2016 Paris Motor Show Three of the strangest French car features from the 2016 Paris Motor Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 13:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• $26 Billion Automotive Coatings Market Technologies and Analysis 2015-2021 - Technological Changes: Integrated ... - PR Newswire (press release)

  03-10-2016 19:15 via prnewswire.com
  
  $26 Billion Automotive Coatings Market Technologies and Analysis 2015-2021 - Technological Changes: Integrated ...
  PR Newswire (press release)
  The global market for automotive coatings will grow from nearly $21.0 billion in 2016 to nearly $26.0 billion by 2021 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4% for the period of 2016-2021. The scope of this report is broad and covers many ...and more »
  
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• Some Ford Canada workers unhappy with GM-Unifor deal

  03-10-2016 19:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Workers at a major Ford plant in Canada are unhappy with a contract their union reached with General Motors and would likely vote down a similar agreement, a senior local union official said today.
  
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• TOYOTA: Deliveries edge up 1.5%; Tacoma sales strong

  03-10-2016 19:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. said September sales rose 1.5 percent to 197,260 vehicles, with strong light-truck volume -- led by the Tacoma -- offsetting weak car demand.
  
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• GM: Slight overall decline but Cadillac gains for fourth straight month

  03-10-2016 19:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  General Motors posted its smallest U.S. sales decline since March, and Cadillac extended its streak of year-over gains to four consecutive months. GM's performance last month was little changed from September 2015. Its total sales fell 0.
  
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• Ford vehicles being probed by U.S. over door latch lights, steering issues

  03-10-2016 18:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  U.S. auto safety regulators said they are opening two new preliminary investigations into 642,000 Ford SUVs and cars over door latch warning light and steering issues.
  
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• Renault goes after Golf GTI with new Mégane GT - just-auto.com (registration)

  03-10-2016 18:03 via just-auto.com
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  Renault goes after Golf GTI with new Mégane GT
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  The new Mégane range is the biggest factor in Renault's continued sales rises across European markets. According to ACEA data, the brand is now ahead of Ford, making it the region's number two make behind Volkswagen, and proving the wisdom of ...and more »
  
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• Automotive Racing Slicks - Market Drivers and Forecast from Technavio - Business Wire (press release)

  03-10-2016 18:03 via businesswire.com
  
  Automotive Racing Slicks - Market Drivers and Forecast from Technavio
  Business Wire (press release)
  LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio analysts forecast the global automotive racing slicks market to grow at a CAGR of more than 18% in terms of unit during the forecast period, according to their latest report. Global automotive racing slicks market to ...and more »
  
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• Method Man sells used cars for us... Tiger style | Stars Selling Cars

  03-10-2016 18:00
  
  Filed under:Videos,Car Buying,Car Dealers,Used Car Buying,Stars Selling CarsMethod Man goes undercover as a car salesman and tries to sell used cars to unsuspecting buyers.Continue reading Method Man sells used cars for us... Tiger style | Stars Selling Cars Method Man sells used cars for us... Tiger style | Stars Selling Cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Valeo showcases autonomous Cruise4U at Paris

  03-10-2016 17:54
  Valeo says it is breaking records for order intakes as the pace of technological change rapidly starts to see new innovations come to the fore ahead of more traditional variants.
  
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• BorgWarner agrees to sell Remy aftermarket unit

  03-10-2016 17:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  BorgWarner said it plans to sell its Remy aftermarket business to an investor group for $80 million.
  
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• Honda NSX review

  03-10-2016 16:51
  
  For: Blistering performance, agile through the corners, usable every dayOur Rating: 
  4
  Against: Eye-watering cost of options, limited practicality, pricey to run2015
  The original Honda NSX was accomplished but never a sales hit. Can Honda manage it with the high-tech second-generation model?The new Honda NSX is an excellent supercar. It offers something genuinely different to its established rivals, thanks to its sophisticated hybrid powertrain, while its aluminium underpinnings a
  
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• Nissan Leaf finally sees sales increase, but Chevy Volt still crushing it

  03-10-2016 16:42
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,Nissan,Electric,HybridNo, really, when's that second-gen Leaf coming?Continue reading Nissan Leaf finally sees sales increase, but Chevy Volt still crushing it Nissan Leaf finally sees sales increase, but Chevy Volt still crushing it originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 10:42:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Renault goes after Golf GTI with new Mégane GT

  03-10-2016 16:17
  The new Mégane range is the biggest factor in Renault's continued sales rises across European markets. According to ACEA data, the brand is now ahead of Ford, making it the region's number two make behind Volkswagen, and proving the wisdom of investments in new products rather than letting top sellers grow old.
  
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• Poor sales prompt Subaru to kill the Crosstrek Hybrid

  03-10-2016 16:03
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Subaru,Crossover,HatchbackSlightly better fuel figures weren't enough to draw customers in.Continue reading Poor sales prompt Subaru to kill the Crosstrek Hybrid Poor sales prompt Subaru to kill the Crosstrek Hybrid originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 10:03:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2016 Malaysian Grand Prix recap: Surprises and missed opportunities

  03-10-2016 15:34
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Ferrari,McLaren,Mercedes-Benz,Renault,Asia,RacingHubris shows up to bite Lewis Hamilton.Continue reading 2016 Malaysian Grand Prix recap: Surprises and missed opportunities 2016 Malaysian Grand Prix recap: Surprises and missed opportunities originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 09:34:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Penske Automotive Expands Presence in Italy - PR Newswire (press release)

  03-10-2016 15:30 via prnewswire.com
  
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  BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Oct. 3, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: PAG), an international transportation services company, today announced that it has expanded its presence in northern Italy with the acquisition of six ...
  Penske Automotive Group Inc. (PAG) Downgraded by Zacks Investment ResearchThe Cerbat Gem
  Penske Automotive Group (PAG) Shares are Down -1.59% – Market ...Marke
  
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• Another week, another telecoms and automotive alliance. The race ... - TelecomTV

  03-10-2016 14:57 via telecomtv.com
  
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  Another week, another telecoms and automotive alliance. The race ...
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  Six telecoms and automotive industry groups form new European groupAutomotive-Telecom Alliance to define “pre-deployment project” by ...and more »
  
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• Michelin aims to form part of mobility solution - Europe COO

  03-10-2016 14:54
  Michelin says it it's business goal is 'not only' to manufacture tyres, but rather be part of solutions to increasingly complex mobility challenges.
  
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• Sales slip on lower Detroit 3 volume; SAAR rebounds from August

  03-10-2016 14:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford, General Motors, Fiat Chrysler and Honda posted U.S. sales declines in September while Toyota and Nissan advanced as industry volume slipped for the second straight month, even as discounts rose. Overall, light-vehicle deliveries fell 0.
  
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• EDT Automotive welcomes Trust Pilot reviews - Tyrepress.com

  03-10-2016 14:09 via tyrepress.com
  
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  EDT Automotive welcomes Trust Pilot reviews
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  EDT Automotive claims to be one of the first companies of its kind to demonstrate absolute product confidence by offering garage partners and customers the opportunity to leave unbiased and impartial reviews of its service through Trust Pilot. EDT aims ...
  
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• Automotive 3D Printing Market to Reach $2,391 Million by 2022 ... - PR Newswire (press release)

  03-10-2016 14:05 via prnewswire.com
  
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  PR Newswire (press release)
  A new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, "Automotive 3D Printing Market by Technology and Material - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry ...
  Automotive Advanced Emergency Braking System Global Market Applications by 2020Industry Today (press release)
  Automotive Starting System Market Volume Forecast and Value Chain Analysis 2016-2026Digital Journalall 1
  
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• Nuance Adds Embedded Voice Dictation To Automotive Product Suite - Forbes

  03-10-2016 14:00 via forbes.com
  
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  Nuance Adds Embedded Voice Dictation To Automotive Product Suite
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  Apart from the in-house developed voice recognition used by Google in its own products, if dig deep into almost any other system that you can talk to including almost every modern car, you'll find technology from Burlington, Mass.-based Nuance ...and more »
  
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• Pirelli announces further investment in Romania

  03-10-2016 13:53
  
  Pirelli is celebrating ten years of its industrial presence in Romania and announcing further investment of around EUR200m (US$224.7m) through 2021 at the Slatina production hub, underlining its strategic importance to the group's activities.
  
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• Seven companies in new Audi supplier park - just-auto.com (registration)

  03-10-2016 13:36 via just-auto.com
  
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  Seven companies in new Audi supplier park
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  A just-in-sequence (JIS) supplier park next to Audi's new plant in San José Chiapa, Mexico, opened officially on Saturday, is home to an initial seven suppliers and will create about 1,000 jobs. Audi procurement head Bernd Martens said: "The supplier ...
  Audi México: state-of-the-art technology for top qualityAutomotive World (press release)all 31 news articles »
  
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• Draxlmaier plans research and development centre in Munich

  03-10-2016 13:36
  
  The Draxlmaier Group will open up a research and development office in Galileo, the new centre on the campus of the TU Munich.
  
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• Ford Bronco officially coming back, will be made in Michigan

  03-10-2016 13:35
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,UAW/Unions,Ford,SUV,Off-RoadWill be built alongside the Ford Ranger.Continue reading Ford Bronco officially coming back, will be made in Michigan Ford Bronco officially coming back, will be made in Michigan originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 07:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Buick to introduce new Avenir sub-brand

  03-10-2016 13:24
  
  General Motors' Buick brand, for which China is the largest market, is to introduce a new, luxury Avenir sub-brand.
  
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• Seven companies in new Audi supplier park in Mexico

  03-10-2016 13:22
  
  A just-in-sequence (JIS) supplier park next to Audi's new plant in San José Chiapa, Mexico, opened officially on Saturday, is home to an initial seven suppliers and will create about 1,000 jobs.
  
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• India Automotive Lighting Market Worth $3.1 Billion by 2022 - Long Shelf Life & Low Temperature Driving Consumer ... - Business Wire (press release)

  03-10-2016 13:22 via businesswire.com
  
  India Automotive Lighting Market Worth $3.1 Billion by 2022 - Long Shelf Life & Low Temperature Driving Consumer ...
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  The India automotive lighting market is expected to reach $3.1 billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2016 to 2022. LED automotive lights have gained increased demand from customers owing to their long shelf life and low temperature.
  
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• Learn How 3D Printing & Automotive Design Are Merging - IEEE Spectrum

  03-10-2016 13:08 via spectrum.ieee.org
  
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  Learn How 3D Printing & Automotive Design Are Merging
  IEEE Spectrum
  With people spending more time behind the wheel, design of autonomous cars is on the rise. But, will sheet metal be replaced with 3D printing? Sponsored by. img Figure 1: Will the car of tomorrow be completely customizable? Some designers believe so.
  
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• The All-New Renault Mégane is here (sponsored)

  03-10-2016 13:06
  
  Renault’s ground-breaking All-New Renault Mégane is on sale now, setting new standards for design, driving fun and in-car technology2016-10-05 12:00 Renault’s All-New Mégane has launched in the UK, targeting top spot in the family hatchback class. Improvements across the board deliver significant steps forward in terms of driving dynamics, quality, technology and design.
  Created with the passion and expertise we’ve come to expect from Renault, the All-New M&eacut
  
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• 2017 Toyota Prius Prime starts at $27,100 for 25 EV miles and 54 MPG

  03-10-2016 13:01
  
  Filed under:Green,Toyota,Fuel Efficiency,Electric,HybridThese numbers add up.Continue reading 2017 Toyota Prius Prime starts at $27,100 for 25 EV miles and 54 MPG 2017 Toyota Prius Prime starts at $27,100 for 25 EV miles and 54 MPG originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 07:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Seriously better | 2017 Toyota Prius Prime First Drive

  03-10-2016 13:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Toyota,First Drives,Electric,HybridPower is good. Dual power sources are better.Continue reading Seriously better | 2017 Toyota Prius Prime First Drive Seriously better | 2017 Toyota Prius Prime First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Oct 2016 07:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ghosn raises Nissan Qashqai question-mark for UK

  03-10-2016 12:51
  The manufacturing location for the next generation Nissan Qashqai is an investment decision that will largely be determined by the shape of Brexit and the progress of UK-EU negotiations for the UK's exit from the EU that will start in 2017. In Paris last week, we heard Renault-Nissan Alliance chief Carlos Ghosn set out his latest thoughts on Brexit and other issues.
  
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• Ghosn raises Nissan Qashqai question-mark for UK - just-auto.com (registration)

  03-10-2016 12:51 via just-auto.com
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  Ghosn raises Nissan Qashqai question-mark for UK
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  The manufacturing location for the next generation Nissan Qashqai is an investment decision that will largely be determined by the shape of Brexit and the progress of UK-EU negotiations for the UK's exit from the EU that will start in 2017. In Paris ...and more »
  
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