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• Roush P-51 Mustang returns to SEMA with an F-150 Nitemare

  03-11-2016 23:35
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,SEMA Show,Ford,Coupe,Truck,PerformanceWith either car, you're getting supercharged V8 power.Continue reading Roush P-51 Mustang returns to SEMA with an F-150 Nitemare Roush P-51 Mustang returns to SEMA with an F-150 Nitemare originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 18:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Massive Blipshift Tee-Lection sale brings popular designs back

  03-11-2016 23:15
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Etc.Another sale will happen after Thanksgiving with new productions going on a flash sale.Continue reading Massive Blipshift Tee-Lection sale brings popular designs back Massive Blipshift Tee-Lection sale brings popular designs back originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 18:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW sold 100,000 EVs in 3 years, now turns attention to autonomy

  03-11-2016 22:50
  
  Filed under:Green,BMW,Green Automakers,ElectricMore electric vehicles are coming soon, and so is autonomy.Continue reading BMW sold 100,000 EVs in 3 years, now turns attention to autonomy BMW sold 100,000 EVs in 3 years, now turns attention to autonomy originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 17:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Fresh-faced 2018 Ford Fiesta spied testing

  03-11-2016 22:30
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Ford,HatchbackThe updated car should be similar in size but better equipped than ever before.Continue reading Fresh-faced 2018 Ford Fiesta spied testing Fresh-faced 2018 Ford Fiesta spied testing originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 17:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The crossover had an early fan in Martin Leach

  03-11-2016 22:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  I don't know if Martin Leach was a product visionary, but he was certainly capable of visionary analysis.
  
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• Musk impersonator seeks dismissal of "goofy" email lawsuit

  03-11-2016 21:55
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Tesla,Green Automakers,ElectricWhat's goofier, Katz's email or the request to have the suit thrown out?Continue reading Musk impersonator seeks dismissal of "goofy" email lawsuit Musk impersonator seeks dismissal of "goofy" email lawsuit originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 16:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Fiat Chrysler dials down rental-car sales in echo of GM strategy

  03-11-2016 21:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is cutting back on discounted, lower-margin sales to fleet customers in the U.S., following General Motors in a strategy that helped the larger rival post record third-quarter profit.
  
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• Magnus Walker and Sung Kang swap rides for a trip down Angeles Crest

  03-11-2016 20:55
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Celebrities,Videos,Nissan,Porsche,ClassicsTwo big-time car guys drive two classic, naturally aspirated rides on a gorgeous mountain road.Continue reading Magnus Walker and Sung Kang swap rides for a trip down Angeles Crest Magnus Walker and Sung Kang swap rides for a trip down Angeles Crest originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 15:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The hot hatch without a hatch | 2017 Audi S3 First Drive

  03-11-2016 20:00
  
  Filed under:Audi,First Drives,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceAudi's pocket-rocket sedan gets some good tech updates and remains in a class by itself.Continue reading The hot hatch without a hatch | 2017 Audi S3 First Drive The hot hatch without a hatch | 2017 Audi S3 First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 15:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• An amateur behind the wheel at AMG Driving Academy

  03-11-2016 19:30
  
  Filed under:Open RoadA humorous, "first time on a racetrack", first-person accountContinue reading An amateur behind the wheel at AMG Driving Academy An amateur behind the wheel at AMG Driving Academy originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ghosn says mini-hybrids could compete in Europe

  03-11-2016 19:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  Renault-Nissan's new gasoline-electric hybrid technology would be competitive in Europe, CEO Carlos Ghosn said today, as carmakers turn away from diesel for smaller vehicles.
  
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• Honda patent predicts the future of window shades

  03-11-2016 18:45
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Honda,United States,Emerging Technologies,GadgetsIt involves touch sensors, so you may want to stock up on Windex.Continue reading Honda patent predicts the future of window shades Honda patent predicts the future of window shades originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 13:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S. marshals raid Chinese aftermarket parts booths at SEMA

  03-11-2016 18:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  Federal marshals raided the booths of two Chinese companies at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association convention in Las Vegas on Wednesday, seizing parts, displays and communications equipment after allegations of copyright infringement.
  
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• Magna books Q3 sales and profit rises

  03-11-2016 18:15
  
  Magna booked sales of US$8.8bn for the third quarter ended 30 September, 2016, an increase of 16% over the third quarter of 2015.  This was achieved despite North American light vehicle production increasing only 1% and European light vehicle production declining 2%, compared to the third quarter of 2015, the supplier said.
  
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• The flying car nightmare

  03-11-2016 18:00
  
  Filed under:Open RoadHave we grown out of wanting flying cars yet? Well, maybe it's finally time that we should.Continue reading The flying car nightmare The flying car nightmare originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 13:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW makes 'substantial progress' toward 3.0-liter diesel agreement, U.S. judge says

  03-11-2016 17:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer said today Volkswagen AG has made substantial progress in talks with the U.S. Justice Department and other government agencies toward resolving the fate of about 80,000 polluting diesel 3.0-liter vehicles.
  
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• Volvo V60 D5 Twin Engine estate 2016 review

  03-11-2016 17:38
  
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  The Volvo V60 estate gets plug-in hybrid tech, but it harms practicality and it isn't that great to driveThe Volvo V60 D5 occupies a small niche in the UK, as while the standard V60 rivals models such as the Audi A4 Avant and Mercedes C-Class Estate, there’s not much that directly takes on this diesel plug-in hybrid.
  The Mercedes C 350e is available as an estate and that’s probably the closest alternative to this Volvo as there
  
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• Alliance's Ghosn says e-Power "competitive" for Europe

  03-11-2016 17:33
  
  Renault-Nissan's new petrol-electric hybrid technology would be competitive in Europe, Alliance chief executive Carlos Ghosn has said.
  
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• Magna says Q3 operating profit rises 7%

  03-11-2016 17:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  Diversified Canadian auto supplier Magna posted a gain in third-quarter operating profits while acquisitions and new production programs helped fuel a surge in revenue.
  
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• Bees know best: boffins say honeycomb streets would cut congestion

  03-11-2016 17:24
  
  Scientists show that cities with a honeycomb road layout are most efficient at curbing congestion and traffic jams 2016-11-03 16:30 When it comes to the problem of solving traffic congestion, future city planners might want to look at bees buzzing in and out of their hives for some answers. This is because new research has found streets organised in a honeycomb layout are the most ideal for preventing gridlock.
  According to a study by scientists at the National University of Colombia, designing
  
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• Pollution tax and scrappage scheme possible in fight to curb diesel emissions

  03-11-2016 17:04
  
  High Court rules Government's air pollution strategy is failing with threat of diesel drivers being charged in cities 2016-11-04 12:00 Diesel car owners face charges for driving in a host of UK cities and a diesel scrappage scheme could be introduced after the High Court ruled that the Government's current air pollution strategy is failing.
  Plans are already in place to introduce six clean air zones by 2020 in Birmingham, Leeds, Southampton, Nottingham and Derby but this is not enough to hit EU
  
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• Diesel drivers to face city pollution tax

  03-11-2016 17:04
  
  High Court rules Government's air pollution strategy is failing with threat of diesel drivers being charged in cities 2016-11-03 16:44 Diesel car owners face charges for driving in a host of UK cities after the High Court ruled that the Government's current air pollution strategy is failing.
  Plans are already in place to introduce six clean air zones by 2020 in Birmingham, Leeds, Southampton, Nottingham and Derby but this is not enough to hit EU air pollution targets according to judges.
  The Hi
  
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• Our thoughts after a year with a 2015 Nissan Murano

  03-11-2016 17:00
  
  Filed under:Videos,Nissan,Long-Term Garage,CrossoverWe were split on the design, but pretty much everyone agreed on this crossover's practicality.Continue reading Our thoughts after a year with a 2015 Nissan Murano Our thoughts after a year with a 2015 Nissan Murano originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford wants to stop wrong-way drivers

  03-11-2016 16:57
  
  Filed under:Ford,Safety,TechnologyPairing a front-facing camera with navigation data could make wrong-way drivers a thing of the past.Continue reading Ford wants to stop wrong-way drivers Ford wants to stop wrong-way drivers originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 11:57:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW CEO targets U.S. settlement before government changeover

  03-11-2016 16:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  Volkswagen AG aims to reach a settlement with the U.S. government over a criminal investigation before a new president takes office on Jan. 20, which would remove a major hurdle as the German carmaker attempts to recover from the diesel scandal.
  
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• MI Air National Guard drops training bombs near town, blames mechanical failure

  03-11-2016 16:44
  
  Filed under:MilitaryThe jet, probably an A-10 Warthog, was flying from Selfridge Air National Guard Base in metro Detroit to Camp Grayling, in Michigan's northern lower peninsula.Continue reading MI Air National Guard drops training bombs near town, blames mechanical failure MI Air National Guard drops training bombs near town, blames mechanical failure originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 11:44:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |
  
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• U.S., 35 states to boost electric vehicle charging stations

  03-11-2016 16:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  The White House said it will establish 48 national electric-vehicle (EV) charging networks on nearly 25,000 miles of highways in 35 U.S. states.
  
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• SMMT mulls 'day + 1' after Brexit Great Repeal Bill

  03-11-2016 16:08
  UK trade association, SMMT says the adoption of the so-called 'Great Repeal Bill' by the British government smoothing the path to leaving the European Union (EU) will also raise many questions once it is enshrined in law.
  
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• Here's how you can restore your headlights

  03-11-2016 16:00
  
  Filed under:Open RoadHaving good visibility is important. Here are steps to take to restore your headlights to increase your safety and visibility.Continue reading Here's how you can restore your headlights Here's how you can restore your headlights originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 11:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This clever car catching net stops fleeing suspects without causing a crash

  03-11-2016 15:57
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Driving,Safety,Police/EmergencyAn Arizona man unveiled an invention earlier this week that he believes will reduce the danger inherent in high-speed chases.Continue reading This clever car catching net stops fleeing suspects without causing a crash This clever car catching net stops fleeing suspects without causing a crash originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 10:57:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This clever car catching net could make police chases safer

  03-11-2016 15:57
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Driving,Safety,Police/EmergencyAn Arizona man unveiled an invention earlier this week that he believes will reduce the danger inherent in high-speed chases.Continue reading This clever car catching net could make police chases safer This clever car catching net could make police chases safer originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 10:57:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla's new battery will be more dense and less expensive.

  03-11-2016 15:24
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Emerging Technologies,Technology,ElectricElon Musk has nothing but great things to say about the new 2170 battery cell.Continue reading Tesla's new battery will be more dense and less expensive. Tesla's new battery will be more dense and less expensive. originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 10:24:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• How technical service bulletins can help you fix your car

  03-11-2016 15:00
  
  Filed under:Open RoadTechnical Service Bulletins (TSBs) inform car owners and service professionals about an issue and the best way to solve it.Continue reading How technical service bulletins can help you fix your car How technical service bulletins can help you fix your car originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• AAM and MPG to merge

  03-11-2016 14:41
  
  American Axle & Manufacturing and Metaldyne Performance Group have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which AAM will acquire MPG for approximately US$1.6bn in cash and stock plus the assumption of $1.7bn in net debt.
  
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• Mazda slashes profit forecast

  03-11-2016 14:38
  
  Mazda Motor has lowered its full-year profit forecast to reflect the impact of the stronger yen.
  
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• Recharge Wrap-up: Wrightspeed range-extended garbage truck, Formula E fueled by glycerin

  03-11-2016 14:26
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,LA Auto Show,Misc. Automakers,Alternative Fuels,Transportation Alternatives,Commercial Vehicles,ElectricContinue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Wrightspeed range-extended garbage truck, Formula E fueled by glycerin Recharge Wrap-up: Wrightspeed range-extended garbage truck, Formula E fueled by glycerin originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 09:26:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Uber driver misjudges tide and becomes a water taxi

  03-11-2016 14:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,UKA British Uber driver misjudged the speed of the incoming tide last week and ended up stranded on a causeway between an island and the mainland.Continue reading Uber driver misjudges tide and becomes a water taxi Uber driver misjudges tide and becomes a water taxi originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 09:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• October green car sales: The that's-more-like-it edition [UPDATE]

  03-11-2016 13:56
  
  Filed under:Green,United States,Diesel,Electric,HybridGM, Nissan and Tesla gains are offset by Toyota's hybrid-sales declines in October.Continue reading October green car sales: The that's-more-like-it edition [UPDATE] October green car sales: The that's-more-like-it edition [UPDATE] originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 08:56:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• October green car sales: The jury-needs-to-reconvene edition

  03-11-2016 13:56
  
  Filed under:Green,United States,Diesel,Electric,HybridGM, Nissan and Tesla gains are offset by Toyota's hybrid-sales declines in October.Continue reading October green car sales: The jury-needs-to-reconvene edition October green car sales: The jury-needs-to-reconvene edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Nov 2016 08:56:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• American Axle to buy Metaldyne for $3.3 billion

  03-11-2016 13:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  American Axle and Manufacturing agreed to acquire Metaldyne Performance Group for $3.3 billion in cash, stock and debt.
  
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• American Axle agrees to buy Metaldyne in $3.3 billion deal

  03-11-2016 13:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  Longtime drivetrain supplier American Axle and Manufacturing said today it agreed to acquire Metaldyne Performance Group for $3.3 billion in cash, stock and debt assumption. The deal is expected to close during the first half of 2017.
  
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• Alleged Musk impersonator asks to toss &'goofy&' e-mail suit

  03-11-2016 12:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  A former oil services firm executive accused by Tesla of impersonating Elon Musk in an e-mail says the carmaker's lawsuit should be thrown out because his message was too 'goofy' to be believed.
  
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• South Korean domestic sales fall 13% in October - just-auto.com (subscription)

  03-11-2016 12:32 via just-auto.com
  
  South Korean domestic sales fall 13% in October
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  Domestic sales by South Korea's five main automakers declined 13.3% year on year to 126,660 units in October, from 146,106 units in the same month of last year, according to preliminary data released individually by the country's vehicle manufacturers.and more »
  
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• South Korean domestic sales fall 13% in October

  03-11-2016 12:04
  
  Domestic sales by South Korea's five main automakers declined 13.3% year on year to 126,660 units in October, from 146,106 units in the same month of last year, according to preliminary data released individually by the country's vehicle manufacturers.
  
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• Business economics not Brexit driver - SMMT chief - just-auto.com (subscription)

  03-11-2016 11:46 via just-auto.com
  Business economics not Brexit driver - SMMT chief
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  Britain's Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) says the UK's decision to leave the European Union (EU) was driven by worries surrounding immigration and national control, rather than pure economics. The UK is now entering a period of ...
  
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• Business economics not Brexit driver - SMMT chief

  03-11-2016 11:41
  Britain's Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) says the UK's decision to leave the European Union (EU) was driven by worries surrounding immigration and national control, rather than pure economics.
  
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• BMW adds personal mobility assistant to Mini Connected

  03-11-2016 11:33
  
  BMW has launched a new generation Mini Connected app which now includes a personal mobility assistant which can help with journey planning and traffic alerts on the driver's Apple iPhone. Android-based smartphone compatibility is in development.
  
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• Increasing number of vacancies in the automotive sector - MotorTradeNews.com (press release) (registration)

  03-11-2016 11:14 via motortradenews.com
  Increasing number of vacancies in the automotive sector
  MotorTradeNews.com (press release) (registration)
  Jobs website CV-Library has revealed that automotive is one of the top five fastest growing sectors of the economy, with 20.7% more vacancies in October 2016 compared to the same month last year. Applications for those jobs were said to be up by 13.9%, ...
  
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• Increasing number of vacancies in the automotive sector - Motor ... - MotorTradeNews.com (press release) (registration)

  03-11-2016 11:10 via motortradenews.com
  Increasing number of vacancies in the automotive sector - Motor ...
  MotorTradeNews.com (press release) (registration)
  Jobs website CV-Library has revealed that automotive is one of the top five fastest growing sectors of the economy, with 20.7% more vacancies in October 2016 ...and more »
  
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• 3rd November 2016 | CIE Automotive Earns 25% More; Shares Still Have 7% Upside - The Corner Economic

  03-11-2016 11:03 via thecorner.eu
  
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  3rd November 2016 | CIE Automotive Earns 25% More; Shares Still Have 7% Upside
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  Cie Automotive, the Spanish company which specialises in producing components for the automobile sector, registered a 25.5% rise in net profit to 123 million euros in the nine months to September from a year earlier. In the third quarter of 2016, net ...
  
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