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• Hyundai preps an off-road shredder for SEMA

  05-10-2016 23:05
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,SEMA Show,Hyundai,Crossover,Off-RoadThis Santa Fe doesn't need pavement to get to Vegas.Continue reading Hyundai preps an off-road shredder for SEMA Hyundai preps an off-road shredder for SEMA originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 17:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Recharge Wrap-up: Porsche Mission E charging for Tesla, net zero energy Toyota dealership

  05-10-2016 22:58
  
  Filed under:Green,Porsche,Tesla,Toyota,Citroen,Peugeot,Green Automakers,Green Culture,Transportation Alternatives,Electric,HybridPorsche's ultra-fast charging to work with other brands. Toyota of Corvallis produces more energy than it uses. Valeo debuts AWD 48V hybrid system. PSA launches Free2Move mobility brand.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Porsche Mission E charging for Tesla, net zero energy Toyota dealership Recharge Wrap-up: Porsche Mission E charging for Tesla, net zero energy Toyota
  
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• NADA warns lawmakers to avoid policy that pumps up prices

  05-10-2016 22:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association cautioned policymakers Wednesday: Do not implement policies that make buying, financing, trading in and servicing vehicles more expensive for consumers.
  
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• Donald Trump and Bill Ford had a chat last summer

  05-10-2016 22:27
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Government/Legal,Plants/Manufacturing,Ford,North AmericaFord said it was "great meeting." Hmmm.Continue reading Donald Trump and Bill Ford had a chat last summer Donald Trump and Bill Ford had a chat last summer originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 16:27:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NHTSA probes inadvertent airbag deployments on Nissan Versa

  05-10-2016 22:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a preliminary investigation into 155,000 Nissan Versa vehicles after complaints of inadvertent airbag deployments.
  
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• Global Automotive Parental Control System Market to Grow 11.12% by 2020 - Biometric Identification to Become ... - PR Newswire (press release)

  05-10-2016 22:11 via prnewswire.com
  
  Global Automotive Parental Control System Market to Grow 11.12% by 2020 - Biometric Identification to Become ...
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  The report forecasts the global automotive parental control system (PCS) market to grow at a CAGR of 11.12% during the period 2016-2020. PCS is expected to become a part of AVT and connected car technologies which will be a key trend for market growth.
  Global Automotive Parental Control System Market - Analysis, Technologies & Forecasts to 2020 - Key V
  
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• New Audi Q5 2017 review

  05-10-2016 22:07
  
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  Image 1 of 33 5 Oct, 2016 11:00pmJohn McIlroy
  The all-new Audi Q5 SUV has a bold look and advanced technology. We test it for the first time here...The Audi Q5 has been one of the German brand’s best-selling models since it launched back in 2008. Now it’s getting an all-new generation - and Auto Express has driven a very late prototype as senior engineers gave the car the green light for production.
  Due on sale at the start of 2017, with deliveries due from April, the n
  
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• Why Audi is staking its future on electric SUVs

  05-10-2016 22:01
  
  Filed under:Green,Audi,SUVThe Quattro concept points the way.Continue reading Why Audi is staking its future on electric SUVs Why Audi is staking its future on electric SUVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 16:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Fiat Chrysler to face U.S. shareholder claims over safety compliance

  05-10-2016 21:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A federal judge today said Fiat Chrysler Automobiles must face part of a lawsuit accusing the automaker of defrauding U.S. shareholders by making false and misleading statements about its ability to comply with vehicle safety laws.
  
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• Audi of America names its first American CFO

  05-10-2016 21:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Audi of America has named its first American finance chief. The luxury brand tapped Matt Carpenter, 36, as its CFO, reporting to Audi of America President Scott Keogh, according to an Audi statement. The move is effective immediately.
  
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• Next Mercedes-AMG E63 will have a drift mode

  05-10-2016 21:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Mercedes-Benz,Sedan,Wagon,Luxury,PerformanceOh Lord, won't you buy me, a drifting Benz?Continue reading Next Mercedes-AMG E63 will have a drift mode Next Mercedes-AMG E63 will have a drift mode originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 15:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Top 6 Vendors in the Automotive Smart Seating Systems Market from 2016 to 2020: Technavio - Business Wire (press release)

  05-10-2016 21:03 via businesswire.com
  
  Top 6 Vendors in the Automotive Smart Seating Systems Market from 2016 to 2020: Technavio
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  LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio has announced the top six leading vendors in their recent global automotive smart seating systems market report. To calculate the market size, the report considers the unit shipment of smart seats in vehicles across ...and more »
  
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• A beautiful conundrum | 2017 Infiniti Q60 First Drive

  05-10-2016 21:00
  
  Filed under:Infiniti,First Drives,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceCan Infiniti's new coupe decide whether it's a luxury car or a sports car?Continue reading A beautiful conundrum | 2017 Infiniti Q60 First Drive A beautiful conundrum | 2017 Infiniti Q60 First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 15:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Analysts Update Their Price Target On Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE:SAH) - FTSE News

  05-10-2016 20:56 via ftsenews.co.uk
  Analysts Update Their Price Target On Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE:SAH)
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  Recently analysts working for numerous investment brokerages have updated their research report ratings and price targets on shares of Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE:SAH). Recent broker ratings and price targets: 04/11/2016 – Jefferies began new coverage ...and more »
  
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• Bill Ford met with Trump over 'infuriating' Mexico comments

  05-10-2016 20:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford Motor Executive Chairman Bill Ford has met with Donald Trump to talk about the Republican presidential candidate's extensive criticism of the automaker's investments in Mexico. Ford said Trump's comments have been "infuriating" and "frustrating."
  
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• 2017 Porsche Macan recalled for oversteer issues

  05-10-2016 20:45
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Porsche,United States,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,Performance,SpecialtyAnti-roll bar connecting links could move, making the vehicle oversteer in certain driving conditions.Continue reading 2017 Porsche Macan recalled for oversteer issues 2017 Porsche Macan recalled for oversteer issues originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 14:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Honda's 3D-printed customizable EV has motorcycle bones

  05-10-2016 20:44
  
  Filed under:Green,Honda,Emerging Technologies,ElectricIt even moves.Continue reading Honda's 3D-printed customizable EV has motorcycle bones Honda's 3D-printed customizable EV has motorcycle bones originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 14:44:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Average fuel economy slips again in Sept., Mich. researchers say

  05-10-2016 20:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The average fuel economy for new cars and light trucks sold in September dropped 0.1 mpg from August to 25.2 mpg, the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute reported today.
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1986 Nissan Stanza 4WD Wagon

  05-10-2016 20:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Nissan,Wagon,ClassicsFrom the era of tall Japanese wagons with four-wheel-drive, manual transmissions, and endearingly insectoid styling.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1986 Nissan Stanza 4WD Wagon Junkyard Gem: 1986 Nissan Stanza 4WD Wagon originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 14:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Textron's Industrial Segment Could Face an Automotive Challenge - Market Realist

  05-10-2016 20:07 via marketrealist.com
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  Textron's Industrial Segment Could Face an Automotive Challenge
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  Textron's Industrial (TXT) segment consists of the Kautex, Specialized Vehicles, and Tools & Test businesses. The sales for these segments were 59%, 28%, and 13%, respectively. Within Textron, the Industrial unit reported the highest organic growth ...and more »
  
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• Watch a team from Hagerty build a Model A from swap meet parts

  05-10-2016 19:45
  
  Filed under:Videos,Ford,ClassicsA frame and a drivetrain was the starting point. The rest will come from the swap meet.Continue reading Watch a team from Hagerty build a Model A from swap meet parts Watch a team from Hagerty build a Model A from swap meet parts originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 13:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Henessey VelociRaptor is a mad, mutant Ford Raptor pick-up

  05-10-2016 19:26
  
  With a massive power boost, brutal styling and two extra wheels the tuned Raptor is the ultimate in go-anywhere motoring 2016-10-05 18:30 Ford’s F-150 Raptor already yells ‘Freedom!’ with a capital F with its aggressive styling and go-anywhere ability, but now tuning company Hennessey has got its hands on the rugged pick-up. It’s added an extra 150bhp and two more wheels to create this – the brilliantly named Hennessey VelociRaptor 6x6.
  You’d think that the m
  
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• Google makes progress on self-driving cars, hits 2 million mile mark

  05-10-2016 19:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Google's self-driving vehicles are mastering complex situations on public roads, from cars going the wrong way to bicycles darting in front of traffic, as the technology company strives to win the high-profile race to achieve full vehicle...
  
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• DealerSocket User Summit Provides Forum for Advancing Automotive Retail - PR Newswire (press release)

  05-10-2016 18:46 via prnewswire.com
  
  DealerSocket User Summit Provides Forum for Advancing Automotive Retail
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  SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- DealerSocket, the automotive retail industry's leading integrated technology platform, is currently hosting its annual User Summit, which takes place in San Antonio through October 5. At the opening keynote, ...and more »
  
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• Global Automotive Quality Standard Now Includes Ethics Requirements - ENGINEERING.com

  05-10-2016 18:38 via engineering.com
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  Global Automotive Quality Standard Now Includes Ethics Requirements
  ENGINEERING.com
  It's been over a year since Volkswagen was caught cheating on EPA tests, but the effects of that scandal are still reverberating throughout the automotive industry. Case in point: the upcoming revisions to the automotive industry's most widely used ...
  
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• The Mazda MX-5 Miata RF's trick roof will cost you at least $2,555 extra

  05-10-2016 18:32
  
  Filed under:Mazda,United States,Convertible,Lightweight,PerformanceClever roof starts at $32,390 and tops out at $34,660.Continue reading The Mazda MX-5 Miata RF's trick roof will cost you at least $2,555 extra The Mazda MX-5 Miata RF's trick roof will cost you at least $2,555 extra originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 12:32:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• We filled a car with watermelons and then destroyed it | CarBoom!

  05-10-2016 18:00
  
  Filed under:Videos,CarBoomOn this episode of CarBoom! we crush a car filled with fruit. Because why not?Continue reading We filled a car with watermelons and then destroyed it | CarBoom! We filled a car with watermelons and then destroyed it | CarBoom! originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Kia may produce all-electric version of the Niro crossover

  05-10-2016 17:36
  
  Filed under:Green,Kia,ElectricCrossover is based on the same platform as the Ioniq, which has hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery-electric versions.Continue reading Kia may produce all-electric version of the Niro crossover Kia may produce all-electric version of the Niro crossover originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 11:36:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Our latest Corvette ZR1 intel: Chevy is testing a convertible version

  05-10-2016 17:13
  
  Plus, there are two wings on these prototypes and we have exhaust sound video!Continue reading Our latest Corvette ZR1 intel: Chevy is testing a convertible version Our latest Corvette ZR1 intel: Chevy is testing a convertible version originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 11:13:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• World Car of the Year 2017 nominees announced

  05-10-2016 17:12
  
  Manufacturers from Germany, South Korea and the USA all represented strongly – but British brands make an appearance, too 2016-10-05 16:30 Next year’s World Car of the Year nominees feature cars from all over the globe, with some of the car world’s newest and most exciting vehicles on the shortlist. Just like in previous years, European brands are well represented in 2017 – of the 23 cars shortlisted for the World Car of the Year title, eight are from Europe and of those
  
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• PSA confident of supply chain ahead of huge launches - component chief

  05-10-2016 17:08
  PSA says it is confident its supply chain will be robust enough to cope with the frenetic pace of new launches it is planning in the immediate future, as it evaluates component capability ahead of the huge drive.
  
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• MGH Selected as Agency of Record for Hendrick Automotive Group - PR Newswire (press release)

  05-10-2016 17:00 via prnewswire.com
  
  MGH Selected as Agency of Record for Hendrick Automotive Group
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  BALTIMORE, Oct. 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- MGH, a full-service marketing communications agency, today announced it has been appointed the media buying agency of record for Hendrick Automotive Group. MGH was selected after an extensive and ...and more »
  
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• Ford bumps up fuel economy on new F-150

  05-10-2016 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A new 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine and 10-speed transmission make the 2017 Ford F-150 as much as 2 mpg more efficient than the current version, Ford said today.
  
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• Leilani Munter signs up as first US racer in Tesla GT series

  05-10-2016 16:59
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,Tesla,Electric,RacingHow do you say 'vroom-vroom' in battery?Continue reading Leilani Munter signs up as first US racer in Tesla GT series Leilani Munter signs up as first US racer in Tesla GT series originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 10:59:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BorgWarner to sell Remy LV aftermarket business

  05-10-2016 16:50
  
  BorgWarner has agreed to sell its Remy light vehicle aftermarket business to an investor group led by Torque Capital Group.
  
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• The Hennessey VelociRaptor 6X6 is America's 600-hp, six-wheel supertruck

  05-10-2016 16:45
  
  Filed under:Ford,Truck,Concept Cars,Off-Road,PerformanceThis insane off-road pickup is the tuner's answer to the Mercedes G63 6X6.Continue reading The Hennessey VelociRaptor 6X6 is America's 600-hp, six-wheel supertruck The Hennessey VelociRaptor 6X6 is America's 600-hp, six-wheel supertruck originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 10:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• FCA talks with Canadian union still in 'preliminary stages'

  05-10-2016 16:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Unifor President Jerry Dias said today that negotiations with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles remain in the 'preliminary stages' as the Oct. 10 strike deadline looms.
  
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• 2017 Ford F-150 nets slight fuel-economy gains with EcoBoost/10-speed combo

  05-10-2016 16:21
  
  Filed under:Green,Ford,Fuel Efficiency,TruckThe flagship pickup is a little less thirsty for 2017.Continue reading 2017 Ford F-150 nets slight fuel-economy gains with EcoBoost/10-speed combo 2017 Ford F-150 nets slight fuel-economy gains with EcoBoost/10-speed combo originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 10:21:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Two men stop a mom from driving drunk with her baby in the car

  05-10-2016 16:08
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Weird Car NewsThis mother wishes she could turn back time.Continue reading Two men stop a mom from driving drunk with her baby in the car Two men stop a mom from driving drunk with her baby in the car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 10:08:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New U.S. coalition seeks to eliminate traffic fatalities

  05-10-2016 15:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Amid an increase in deadly car crashes, regulators and safety watchdogs are joining forces in a new push to eliminate U.S. traffic fatalities.
  
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• Will electric vehicles open up car design?

  05-10-2016 15:40
  
  Without a bulky engine to worry about, how does the approach to vehicle design change? And what do we lose in the switch to EVs?Continue reading Will electric vehicles open up car design? Will electric vehicles open up car design? originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 09:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• If electric roads are gonna happen, they might come to Sweden first

  05-10-2016 15:14
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Europe,Technology,Truck,ElectricThe massive funding will go towards strengthening Swedish and Nordic research resources.Continue reading If electric roads are gonna happen, they might come to Sweden first If electric roads are gonna happen, they might come to Sweden first originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 09:14:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global Automotive Racing Slicks Market Growth of 18.43% CAGR by ... - Business Wire (press release)

  05-10-2016 14:32 via businesswire.com
  
  Global Automotive Racing Slicks Market Growth of 18.43% CAGR by ...
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  The report forecasts the global automotive racing slicks market to grow at a CAGR of 18.43% during the period 2016-2020. Commenting on the report, ...and more »
  
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• This new machine mounts wheel weights in seconds

  05-10-2016 14:20
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Green,Plants/Manufacturing,VideosFirst factory tire rooms, tomorrow Skynet. The rise of the (tire) machines starts now.Continue reading This new machine mounts wheel weights in seconds This new machine mounts wheel weights in seconds originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 05 Oct 2016 08:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM, despite record profits, struggles with Wall Street cynicism

  05-10-2016 13:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  GM generates $1 billion in pretax profit a month. Yet the stock market seems unimpressed, assigning the company a market value of just $50 billion. It's one of the more vexing questions Dan Ammann, the company's president, faces every day.
  
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• Fisker set to return with new Tesla rival in 2017

  05-10-2016 13:51
  
  Car designer Henrik Fisker will re-launch his automotive brand with another Tesla fighter to follow 2012' Fisker Karma 2016-10-05 13:00 Henrik Fisker is set to return to the car industry with a follow-up car to 2012's Fisker Karma. The new model will be an all-electric rival for the Tesla Model S, and will launch in the second half of 2017.
  Fisker told Bloomberg that his new venture "has the technology that nobody else has. And there is nobody even close to what we are doing out there." It's ex
  
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• Faurecia thinks laterally as autonomous looms - CEO

  05-10-2016 13:47
  Faurecia firmly expects "20%-30%" of future vehicles will feature some element of autonomous driving as the supplier gears up to provide a raft of aids to facilitate the move.
  
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• UK car market nudges up to September record

  05-10-2016 13:30
  The UK new car market rose by 1.6% in September, versus last year, according to data published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It was the highest September on record and takes the UK's car market over 2m cumulatively in the first three quarters.
  
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• PSA launches 'Free2Move' brand for new mobility solutions

  05-10-2016 13:30
  
  The PSA Group has united its mobility and smart services offering under a new brand, Free2Move.
  
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• Infiniti September sales rise 12% to record

  05-10-2016 13:30
  
  Infiniti has posted the best September sales month in its 27-year history. Total sales of more than 19,900 were up 12% versus September last year. For the first three quarters of the year, Infiniti sold more than 164,600 vehicles, an increase of 7% compared to the same time last year. This also marks an all-time record for the company.
  
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