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• With more power and better mpg, the 2017 Kia Soul Exclaim is one to get.

  10-11-2016 23:26
  
  Filed under:Kia,United States,Crossover,Hatchback,Budget,PerformanceThrow in the best interior appointments and you have the best Soul you can buy.Continue reading With more power and better mpg, the 2017 Kia Soul Exclaim is one to get. With more power and better mpg, the 2017 Kia Soul Exclaim is one to get. originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 17:26:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Here's how to nab a free copy of Dirt 3 Complete Edition

  10-11-2016 23:13
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Toys/GamesDigital store Humble Bundle is celebrating its birthday by giving away presents.Continue reading Here's how to nab a free copy of Dirt 3 Complete Edition Here's how to nab a free copy of Dirt 3 Complete Edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 17:13:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• FTC adds seven revisions to Used Car Rule

  10-11-2016 23:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  The Federal Trade Commission has updated its Used Car Rule, implementing seven revisions that cover a variety of necessary disclosures, the commission said on Thursday.
  
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• New-car fuel economy falls to three-year low, with a catch

  10-11-2016 22:58
  
  Filed under:Green,Fuel Efficiency,United StatesIt's the lowest figure since July 2013.Continue reading New-car fuel economy falls to three-year low, with a catch New-car fuel economy falls to three-year low, with a catch originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 16:58:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Group 1 Automotive adds ninth board member - Chron.com

  10-11-2016 22:10 via chron.com
  
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  Houston-based Group 1 Automotive today announced the addition of a ninth member to its board of directors. The Fortune 500 automotive retailer appointed Charles L. Szews, a retired CEO of Wisconsin-based Oshkosh Corp. who held various management ...
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• FCA's minivan plant in Canada to resume operations Monday

  10-11-2016 21:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Fiat Chrysler said its Windsor assembly plant will be operational Monday, Nov. 14, after a parts shortage idled production there for a week.
  
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• Unifor's Dias calls on Canada government to aid Detroit 3 plant investments

  10-11-2016 21:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Unifor President Jerry Dias is calling on Canada's federal, provincial and municipal governments to support the auto industry now that his union successfully won Detroit 3 commitments of nearly C$1.6 billion ($1.2 billion U.S.
  
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• The Grand Tour will have drifting BMW M4s and many noises

  10-11-2016 21:02
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/Movies,Videos,BMWTonight on The Grand Tour, Richard almost gets hit by a BMW, and the trio try new methods of communication.Continue reading The Grand Tour will have drifting BMW M4s and many noises The Grand Tour will have drifting BMW M4s and many noises originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 15:02:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Taco supreme! | 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro First Drive

  10-11-2016 21:00
  
  Filed under:Toyota,First Ride,Truck,Off-RoadIt's like a TRD Off-Road, but for pros. Or people who want more equipment.Continue reading Taco supreme! | 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro First Drive Taco supreme! | 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Markets diverge after Trump's win; what were traders thinking?

  10-11-2016 20:37 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Who was right? The stock market or the bond market?
  
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• Do you know what to do after a car accident?

  10-11-2016 20:30
  
  Filed under:Open RoadSome drivers may overlook these important steps after being involved in a car accident.Continue reading Do you know what to do after a car accident? Do you know what to do after a car accident? originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 14:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• PPG Earns R&D 100 Awards for Automotive, Aerospace Electrocoat ... - Business Wire (press release)

  10-11-2016 20:11 via businesswire.com
  
  PPG Earns R&D 100 Awards for Automotive, Aerospace Electrocoat ...
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  PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that two of its electrocoat (e-coat) technologies have earned 2016 R&D 100 Awards in the mechanical/materials c.and more »
  
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• Jeep bringing two special-edition Renegades to the LA Auto Show

  10-11-2016 20:09
  
  Filed under:2016 LA Auto Show,Jeep,Crossover,Off-RoadNo one does special editions like Jeep.Continue reading Jeep bringing two special-edition Renegades to the LA Auto Show Jeep bringing two special-edition Renegades to the LA Auto Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 14:09:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automakers reach out to Trump on regulation, seek review of fuel efficiency mandates

  10-11-2016 19:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Automakers are seizing on the infancy of President-elect Donald Trump's administration to mount a push to ease regulatory headaches faced under President Obama.
  
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• Honda shifts N.A. ouput, mix to make more crossovers, pickups

  10-11-2016 19:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Honda is shifting around its North American vehicle production mix and may raise imports from Japan to squeeze out more crossovers as it struggles to keep up with strong U.S.
  
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• GM struggles to sell small cars, plans to lay off 2,084 employees at two plants

  10-11-2016 19:15
  
  Filed under:Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Plants/Manufacturing,Cadillac,Chevrolet,GM,Coupe,SedanThe plans affect GM's plant in Lansing, MI and Lordstown, OH.Continue reading GM struggles to sell small cars, plans to lay off 2,084 employees at two plants GM struggles to sell small cars, plans to lay off 2,084 employees at two plants originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 13:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Buick, Porsche top mass market, luxury segments in sales satisfaction study

  10-11-2016 19:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Buick and Porsche topped the mass-market and luxury segments in J.D. Power's latest sales satisfaction study. Buick, with a score of 809 on a 1,000-point scale, paced mass-market brands for the first time since 2008.
  
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• VW bets on Golf update to bolster brand revival

  10-11-2016 18:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Volkswagen today launched a technology-packed updated version of its top-selling Golf hatchback to underpin efforts to revive its core brand.
  
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• The Walter P. Chrysler Museum is shutting down permanently this December

  10-11-2016 18:28
  
  Filed under:Chrysler,Dodge,Automotive History,United States,ClassicsThe museum is only open for two more weekends before its closure after December 18.Continue reading The Walter P. Chrysler Museum is shutting down permanently this December The Walter P. Chrysler Museum is shutting down permanently this December originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 12:28:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Kit Kat fills student's car with tasty treats after car theft

  10-11-2016 18:07
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Humor,Weird Car News,ToyotaA strange car break-in turned into a huge chocolate-covered windfall for a young Kansan last month.Continue reading Kit Kat fills student's car with tasty treats after car theft Kit Kat fills student's car with tasty treats after car theft originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 12:07:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• A look inside Ford labs working on wearables and portable wind tunnels | Translogic 210

  10-11-2016 18:00
  
  Filed under:Translogic,Videos,Ford,Emerging Technologies,TechnologyWe check out Ford's latest and greatest technology on this episode of Translogic.Continue reading A look inside Ford labs working on wearables and portable wind tunnels | Translogic 210 A look inside Ford labs working on wearables and portable wind tunnels | Translogic 210 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 12:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Ford EcoSport is coming to the US and we can thank the King of Snapchat

  10-11-2016 17:52
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,2016 LA Auto Show,Ford,Crossover,BudgetThe reveal will be broadcast on Snapchat next week and is part of a three-day event in LA.Continue reading The Ford EcoSport is coming to the US and we can thank the King of Snapchat The Ford EcoSport is coming to the US and we can thank the King of Snapchat originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 11:52:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• AME 'Tinkers' with Automotive Business - Tyrepress.com

  10-11-2016 17:35 via tyrepress.com
  
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  AME International, the Florida-based tyre and wheel service equipment/tool provider, has appointed Don Tinker, an industry veteran who will focus on growing the North American market. Tinker's past experience has been primarily in the automotive ...
  
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• The Porsche Panamera lineup now includes long-wheelbase models and a new base V6

  10-11-2016 17:30
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,2016 LA Auto Show,Porsche,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceYour choice of 5.9 more inches or a little less power. Or both.Continue reading The Porsche Panamera lineup now includes long-wheelbase models and a new base V6 The Porsche Panamera lineup now includes long-wheelbase models and a new base V6 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 11:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lexus plans to sell a fuel cell car by 2020

  10-11-2016 17:08
  
  Lexus is set to follow Toyota into the hydrogen fuel cell car market with a new luxury model says European boss 2016-11-10 16:10 Lexus is well on the way to putting a hydrogen fuel cell car on sale by 2020. The model would follow in the footsteps of the Toyota Mirai, the world’s first commercially available fuel cell car, but bring levels of performance and luxury befitting the Lexus badge. 
  Alain Uyttenhoven, head of Lexus Europe, told Auto Express that Lexus is adapting the hydroge
  
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• Average U.S. fuel economy dives 0.4 mpg in Oct., study says

  10-11-2016 17:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The average fuel economy for new cars and light trucks sold in October dropped 0.4 mpg from September to 24.8 mpg -- the biggest drop since July of 2013, the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute said today.
  
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• Engineering Analysis & Simulation in the Automotive Industry: Electrification & Advanced Lightweighting Techniques - NAFEMS

  10-11-2016 16:54 via nafems.org
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  NAFEMS openly requests presentations on case studies highlighting effective and innovative electrification or advanced lightweighting techniques for its 2017 conference on "Engineering Analysis & Simulation in the Automotive Industry: Electrification ...
  
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• Schaeffler revenue net income up 29% - just-auto.com (subscription)

  10-11-2016 16:32 via just-auto.com
  
  Schaeffler revenue net income up 29%
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  Schaeffler says its revenue for the first nine months of 2016 grew to approximately EUR10.0bn. At constant currency, this represents a growth rate of 2.7%. The company's EBIT margin improved by 0.2 percentage points to 12.8% (prior year: 12.6%), while ...
  
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• Full-camo Ferrari F12 M spied testing in Maranello

  10-11-2016 16:15
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Geneva Motor Show,Ferrari,Coupe,Performance,SupercarsIt's time for an update to the front-engine two seater.Continue reading Full-camo Ferrari F12 M spied testing in Maranello Full-camo Ferrari F12 M spied testing in Maranello originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 10:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Next generation Porsche 911 spotted testing

  10-11-2016 15:49
  
  Development mule for next Porsche 911 spied testing at the Nurburgring in Germany, but it's some years away yet 2016-11-10 15:30 Spy photographers have caught sight of what could be the next generation Porsche 911, snapping a development mule of the 991 generation car’s successor testing at the Nurburgring in Germany.
  The next 911 is still a couple of years away, so there’s no new bodywork to gauge. The mule uses a 991 Carrera 4 body with some slight modifications, most notably the
  
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• Older drivers most likely to drive through floods

  10-11-2016 15:37
  
  Survey reveals over 65s most likely to risk flood crossing than turn around as Environment Agency issue storm warnings 2016-11-10 15:20 Drivers over 65 are most likely to drive through flood water, risking damage to their car according to a survey by the AA.
  In total half of drivers in the UK would risk putting themselves in danger by driving through flood water with 18 to 24-year-olds the most cautious age group.
  The results come as the Environment Agency launched its Flood Action Campaig
  
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• VW boss ‘optimistic’ of US recovery under Donald Trump presidency

  10-11-2016 14:58
  
  With Donald Trump poised to become US president, VW bosses are confident that their US recovery plans will stay on track 2016-11-10 13:52 Volkswagen boss Herbert Diess says he remains “optimistic” about the firm’s prospects for recovery in a United States market shaken up by the surprise presidential election victory for Donald Trump.
  VW employs several thousand staff at facilities in the United States - although its fortunes in that country’s car market have suffered ba
  
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• California's clean-vehicle rebate funds have been mostly given to the wealthy

  10-11-2016 14:55
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,United States,ElectricHave money, get money.Continue reading California's clean-vehicle rebate funds have been mostly given to the wealthy California's clean-vehicle rebate funds have been mostly given to the wealthy originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 08:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• China Automotive Systems sees growth - just-auto.com (subscription)

  10-11-2016 14:29 via just-auto.com
  
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  Power steering maker China Automotive Systems said Q3 sales increased 4.2% to $94.6m, compared to $90.8m in the third quarter of 2015. Gross margin increased to 21.1% compared to 17.5% and net income was $5.7m, or earnings per share of $0.18, ...
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• Recharge Wrap-up: 10-year sentence for biodiesel fraudsters, overhead fast charging EV buses in Luxembourg

  10-11-2016 14:28
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Marketing/Advertising,Toyota,Volvo,Biodiesel,Technology,ElectricToyota puts Prius Prime ads in specific households. Biodiesel crime doesn't pay. Overhead system charges buses in minutes.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: 10-year sentence for biodiesel fraudsters, overhead fast charging EV buses in Luxembourg Recharge Wrap-up: 10-year sentence for biodiesel fraudsters, overhead fast charging EV buses in Luxembourg originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2
  
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• China Automotive Systems sees growth despite lacklustre economy

  10-11-2016 14:22
  
  Power steering maker China Automotive Systems said Q3 sales increased 4.2% to $94.6m, compared to $90.8m in the third quarter of 2015.
  
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• Post-Brexit blues continue for the auto industry - just-auto.com (subscription)

  10-11-2016 14:15 via just-auto.com
  Post-Brexit blues continue for the auto industry
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  The latest just-auto survey of the auto industry measuring business confidence following the UK's Brexit vote shows some deterioration to sentiment. The October survey results showed confidence in short-term prospects (3-12 months out) for the global ...
  
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• VW accused in U.S. lawsuit of concealing emissions cheating in Audi gasoline cars

  10-11-2016 14:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Volkswagen's plot to cheat emissions tests by installing so-called defeat devices in its vehicles wasn't limited to diesel cars, but also included at least six models of Audi 3.0-liter gasoline engines, according to a consumer lawsuit.
  
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• 'No cheating anti-pollution software' says Renault - just-auto.com (subscription)

  10-11-2016 14:00 via just-auto.com
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  'No cheating anti-pollution software' says Renault
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  Renault has flatly denied its cars have software designed to trick anti-pollution technology, following the decision by France's anti-fraud office (DGCCRF) to refer the automaker to the prosecutor. French Finance and Industry Ministers, Michel Sapin ...and more »
  
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• Post-Brexit blues continue for the auto industry - survey

  10-11-2016 13:55
  The latest just-auto survey of the auto industry measuring business confidence following the UK's Brexit vote shows some deterioration to sentiment.
  
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• China sentences those responsible for Tianjin explosions

  10-11-2016 13:35
  
  A Chinese court has handed a suspended death sentence to a chemical factory chief and imprisoned another 48 people over blasts in the northern port city of Tianjin which killed 165 people last year and destroyed thousands of new cars. The city is also home to numerous car and autoparts factories whose output was affected by the disaster at the port.
  
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• Research and Markets - Global Automotive Defogger System Market 2016-2020: Key Vendors are Delphi, DENSO ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  10-11-2016 13:24 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
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  The global automotive defogger system market to grow at a CAGR of 3.87% during the period 2016-2020. Global Automotive Defogger System Market 2016-2020, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts.
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• Nissan shows facelifted 2017 Versa Note and new Juke Black Pearl Edition

  10-11-2016 13:01
  
  Filed under:LA Auto Show,Nissan,Crossover,HatchbackA couple of smaller debuts ahead of an exciting LA Auto Show.Continue reading Nissan shows facelifted 2017 Versa Note and new Juke Black Pearl Edition Nissan shows facelifted 2017 Versa Note and new Juke Black Pearl Edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 07:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volkswagen reveals the refreshed 2018 Golf

  10-11-2016 13:00
  
  Filed under:Volkswagen,Hatchback,Wagon,Budget,PerformanceThe new Golf gets more LEDs and bigger screens, and the GTI gets more power.Continue reading Volkswagen reveals the refreshed 2018 Golf Volkswagen reveals the refreshed 2018 Golf originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 10 Nov 2016 07:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Schaeffler revenue net income up 29% in first nine months

  10-11-2016 12:20
  
  Schaeffler says its revenue for the first nine months of 2016 grew to approximately EUR10.0bn. At constant currency, this represents a growth rate of 2.7%. The company's EBIT margin improved by 0.2 percentage points to 12.8% (prior year: 12.6%), while net income was up 29% at EUR672m (prior year: EUR521m)
  
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• Hyundai to establish 'epicentre' for big data in China

  10-11-2016 12:14
  
  Hyundai Motor has announced plans to build a hub for 'big data' at the Guian New Area, China's national epicentre for big data. Starting operations in June 2017, the new facility will be Hyundai Motor's first overseas strategic hub for big data analysis, boosting the company's development of advanced connected cars and technologies.
  
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• 'No cheating anti-pollution software' says Renault in anti-fraud probe

  10-11-2016 12:11
  
  Renault has flatly denied its cars have software designed to trick anti-pollution technology, following the decision by France's anti-fraud office (DGCCRF) to refer the automaker to the prosecutor.
  
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• Continental reports 6% sales growth in Q3

  10-11-2016 12:09
  
  Continental says it accelerated its sales growth in the third quarter of 2016. However, the quarter was characterised by several isolated and unrelated circumstances in the Automotive divisions that had a negative impact on earnings.
  
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• Continental reports 6% sales growth in Q3 - just-auto.com (subscription)

  10-11-2016 12:07 via just-auto.com
  
  Continental reports 6% sales growth in Q3
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  Continental says it accelerated its sales growth in the third quarter of 2016. However, the quarter was characterised by several isolated and unrelated circumstances in the Automotive divisions that had a negative impact on earnings. "The sales growth ...and more »
  
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• Porsche SE nine-month profit rises

  10-11-2016 11:46
  
  Porsche Automobil Holding SE has announced a group profit for the first nine months of 2016 of EUR1.64bn compared with EUR1.48bn a year ago.
  
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