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• Rinspeed Oasis is your electric, autonomous concept vehicle with a garden

  06-12-2016 23:46
  
  Filed under:Green,CES,Detroit Auto Show,Green Driving,Autonomous,Electric,FuturePerfect for violinists and pizza delivery drivers.Continue reading Rinspeed Oasis is your electric, autonomous concept vehicle with a garden Rinspeed Oasis is your electric, autonomous concept vehicle with a garden originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 17:46:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla opens Boston flagship store, London to spend about $1B on cycling

  06-12-2016 23:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,GM,Tesla,Green Automakers,Transportation Alternatives,Technology,Bikes,ElectricTesla's new Boston store is impressive. London Mayor commits to cyclists. WiTricity's TMN optimizes wireless charging. Chevy Bolt to charge with AeroVironment.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla opens Boston flagship store, London to spend about $1B on cycling Recharge Wrap-up: Tesla opens Boston flagship store, London to spend about $1B on cycling originally appeared on Autoblog on Tu
  
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• Ford conducts additional tests on 2017 F-150 and Raptor 10-speed transmissions

  06-12-2016 23:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford's 2017 F-150 and Raptor trucks with a new 10-speed transmission began arriving on some dealer lots last month, but the automaker said it is holding some models for additional testing as part of its normal launch ramp-up.
  
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• U.S. judge throws out emissions fraud lawsuit against Mercedes

  06-12-2016 23:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A U.S. judge threw out a proposed class action lawsuit alleging that automaker Mercedes misled consumers about emissions standards in "BlueTec Clean Diesel" vehicles.
  
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• Jay Leno takes control of a 20,000-horsepower hovercraft

  06-12-2016 22:45
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Videos,United States,MilitaryIt may be the biggest, most powerful vehicle ever featured on the show.Continue reading Jay Leno takes control of a 20,000-horsepower hovercraft Jay Leno takes control of a 20,000-horsepower hovercraft originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 16:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NextEV joins SUV battle against the Tesla Model X

  06-12-2016 22:26
  
  Filed under:Green,China,ElectricEveryone wants to take on the king.Continue reading NextEV joins SUV battle against the Tesla Model X NextEV joins SUV battle against the Tesla Model X originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 16:26:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Harman's first bet after Samsung deal is car dashboard projector

  06-12-2016 21:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Harman invested in a startup that makes projection displays that sit in front of car windshields, signalling a new area it plans to explore under the ownership of Samsung Electronics Co.
  
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• AutoNation's about-face draws fire from 2 Senate Democrats

  06-12-2016 21:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A duo of Senate Democrats who've introduced legislation aimed at preventing the sale of used vehicles with unrepaired safety recalls blasted AutoNation Inc.'s reversal of its 16-month ban on the sale of such vehicles at its dealerships.
  
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• Forza Horizon 3 pack adds Morgan 3 Wheeler, 1965 Pontiac GTO, Toyota Supra

  06-12-2016 21:15
  
  Filed under:Toys/Games,TechnologyThere's seven new hot rides for your gaming enjoyment.Continue reading Forza Horizon 3 pack adds Morgan 3 Wheeler, 1965 Pontiac GTO, Toyota Supra Forza Horizon 3 pack adds Morgan 3 Wheeler, 1965 Pontiac GTO, Toyota Supra originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 15:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• We called him Hervie | 2016 Honda HR-V Long-Term Wrap

  06-12-2016 21:00
  
  Filed under:Honda,Long-Term Garage,Crossover,BudgetThoughts from a year with Honda's Fit-based subcompact crossover.Continue reading We called him Hervie | 2016 Honda HR-V Long-Term Wrap We called him Hervie | 2016 Honda HR-V Long-Term Wrap originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mexico auto exports, output rise in November

  06-12-2016 20:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Mexican auto exports rose 9.6 percent in November compared with the same month a year earlier, while production increased 7.4 percent, the country's auto industry group AMIA said.
  
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• Toyota announces new, more efficient powertrains for 60 percent of its vehicles by 2021

  06-12-2016 20:31
  
  Filed under:Green,Lexus,Toyota,Emissions,Fuel Efficiency,Green Automakers,Electric,HybridThe company is working on front, rear, and all-wheel drive applications.Continue reading Toyota announces new, more efficient powertrains for 60 percent of its vehicles by 2021 Toyota announces new, more efficient powertrains for 60 percent of its vehicles by 2021 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 14:31:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&n
  
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• Audi launches traffic light timing system in Las Vegas

  06-12-2016 19:30
  
  Filed under:Audi,United States,Emerging Technologies,Sedan,SUV,WagonAudi bets on grid communication in Vegas.Continue reading Audi launches traffic light timing system in Las Vegas Audi launches traffic light timing system in Las Vegas originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 13:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Basic Automotive Paint Care From An Expert At Meguiar's - Forbes

  06-12-2016 19:27 via forbes.com
  
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  More than 17 million new vehicles were sold in the U.S. last year. Those pristine vehicles joined another 245 million already traversing our roads and highways. With few exceptions, each is unquestionably unique in color, trim, and options. Plus, the ...
  
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• These Canadians somehow forgot how to drive in snow

  06-12-2016 19:21
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,Dodge,Ford,Driving,Safety,Canada,Sedan,Truck,Commercial Vehicles,Police/EmergencyWithout fail, the first snow of the season takes drivers completely by surprise.Continue reading These Canadians somehow forgot how to drive in snow These Canadians somehow forgot how to drive in snow originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 13:21:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• House lawmakers press EPA on VW settlement terms

  06-12-2016 19:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A U.S. House panel pressed EPA officials on how the agency will monitor Volkswagen's plan to spend a required $2 billion to increase the adoption of zero-emission vehicles over the next decade.
  
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• Visiting the Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles | AutoblogVR

  06-12-2016 18:00
  
  Filed under:Videos,Porsche,VRIt's like a playground. For adults. With really fast cars.Continue reading Visiting the Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles | AutoblogVR Visiting the Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles | AutoblogVR originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 12:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chevrolet midsize crossover spotted

  06-12-2016 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  GM has been spotted testing a vehicle that could be Chevrolet's upcoming midsize crossover planned to slot between the Equinox and Traverse.
  
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• What's holding back the Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

  06-12-2016 17:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Auto manufacturing remains a particularly expensive undertaking, even more so when a company actually has to develop new products.
  
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• Think of the Mercedes-AMG GT4 race car as a super serious GT R

  06-12-2016 17:45
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Mercedes-Benz,Coupe,Racing,SupercarsWilder than a GT R, not as wild as a GT3.Continue reading Think of the Mercedes-AMG GT4 race car as a super serious GT R Think of the Mercedes-AMG GT4 race car as a super serious GT R originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 11:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Faraday Future releases teaser of new EV's front end before CES reveal

  06-12-2016 17:43
  
  Filed under:Green,CES,Green Automakers,ElectricWere you worried?Continue reading Faraday Future releases teaser of new EV's front end before CES reveal Faraday Future releases teaser of new EV's front end before CES reveal originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 11:43:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota announces new hybrid powertrains for 2017

  06-12-2016 17:42
  
  Toyota and Lexus will use re-engineered hybrid systems for new models, with improved performance and efficiency 2016-12-06 16:30 Toyota will be following on from the new Prius by introducing revised hybrid powertrains across its range from 2017. The updates focus on making the hybrid systems more fuel efficient, refined and responsive.
  The Japanese firm continues to promote its hybrid technology as an alternative to offering diesel engine options, and every model based on the new TNGA modular p
  
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• Mercedes past 2015 full year sales tally by November

  06-12-2016 17:33
  
  Daimler's Mercedes-Benz increased its unit sales in November by 12.7% year on year to 182,602 vehicles, achieving a 45th consecutive record month.
  
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• Automakers want to stop the EPA's fuel economy rules change, and why that's a shortsighted move

  06-12-2016 17:21
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,BMW,Chrysler,Fiat,Ford,GM,Jaguar,Mazda,Mercedes-Benz,Mitsubishi,Porsche,Toyota,Volkswagen,Volvo,Fuel EfficiencyOnce again, the Auto Alliance stands against change.Continue reading Automakers want to stop the EPA's fuel economy rules change, and why that's a shortsighted move Automakers want to stop the EPA's fuel economy rules change, and why that's a shortsighted move originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 11:21:00 EST.Please see our terms for use
  
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• Visteon hires Daimler exec to lead driver assistance system development

  06-12-2016 17:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Visteon said today it appointed Matthias Schulze of Daimler AG as the supplier's head of advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) development.
  
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• GM expands rear-seat reminder technology to 20 models

  06-12-2016 16:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In an effort to prevent child heatstroke deaths, General Motors' new Rear Seat Reminder technology -- which made its debut in the GMC Acadia this year -- will become standard on more than 20 models that account for about two-thirds of its U.S. sales.
  
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• Epic Hooning: 3 cars drift an abandoned Soviet missile launch site

  06-12-2016 16:36
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,VideosYou have to see this and then read how it came together.Continue reading Epic Hooning: 3 cars drift an abandoned Soviet missile launch site Epic Hooning: 3 cars drift an abandoned Soviet missile launch site originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 10:36:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The latest Gran Turismo Sport trailer shows amazing night and day lighting

  06-12-2016 16:10
  
  Filed under:Toys/Games,Videos,TechnologyA number of racing variants of other cars were also shown.Continue reading The latest Gran Turismo Sport trailer shows amazing night and day lighting The latest Gran Turismo Sport trailer shows amazing night and day lighting originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 10:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Renault-Nissan to replace powertrain chief as problems mount, report says

  06-12-2016 15:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Renault-Nissan alliance is replacing its top executive in charge of combining the carmakers' engines and gearboxes, sources told Reuters, as tightening emissions regulations expose the slow pace of integration so far.
  
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• Ford sells debt to raise cash for investment

  06-12-2016 15:58
  
  Ford has entered debt markets to raise some US$2.8bn for investment spending in advanced automotive technologies.
  
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• This LED-covered Lexus IS doubles as a display

  06-12-2016 15:45
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Design/Style,Etc.,Lexus,Sedan,LuxuryIt's called LIT and it was made for a music video.Continue reading This LED-covered Lexus IS doubles as a display This LED-covered Lexus IS doubles as a display originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016 09:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TRW Automotive Aftermarket pay a visit to local College - Portadown Times

  06-12-2016 15:41 via portadowntimes.co.uk
  
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  Southern Regional College Motor Vehicle Students from Portadown Campus recently had a visit from TRW Automotive Aftermarket. Technical and Training Manager Brian Newell delivered the presentation which included topics such as component parts, ...
  
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• New Bentley Bentayga Diesel 2017 review

  06-12-2016 15:27
  
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  It's the first Bentley to run on diesel but is the Bentley Bentayga Diesel up to the brand's luxurious standards?The Bentley Bentayga SUV has already been a huge success for the British luxury manufacturer; depending on which market you’re in, the waiting list for the £150,000-plus creation is as long as two years. And that demand is only likely to grow with the addition of this new diesel variant - the first Bentley in history
  
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• Top Daimler ADAS executive moving to Visteon

  06-12-2016 14:59
  
  Cockpit electronics supplier Visteon has named Matthias Schulze to head the company's next-generation advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) development, including a new centralised approach to domain controller and platform development.
  
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• Recharge Wrap-up: Madrid's car-free holiday, NYC buys 80 Chevy Bolts

  06-12-2016 14:50
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,BMW,Chevrolet,GM,Green Automakers,Transportation Alternatives,ElectricNYC uses a GM discount and federal incentives to add 80 Chevy Bolts to its fleet. BMW will "walk through the valley of tears." Madrid closes heart of the city to most drivers for nine days.Continue reading Recharge Wrap-up: Madrid's car-free holiday, NYC buys 80 Chevy Bolts Recharge Wrap-up: Madrid's car-free holiday, NYC buys 80 Chevy Bolts originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Dec 2016
  
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• When IoT And The Automotive Industry Collide - PYMNTS.com

  06-12-2016 14:19 via pymnts.com
  
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  Connectivity is giving the automobile industry a new lease on life. With the Internet of Things, vehicles are becoming smarter and more autonomous and have the potential to impact consumers' lives like never before. PYMNTS recently caught up with ...
  
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• Toyota's approach to developing environmental technologies

  06-12-2016 13:12
  As fuel consumption regulations continue to strengthen in various countries, and as many automobile manufacturers advance their commercialisation of electric-powered vehicles, such as plug-in hybrids (PHVs) and electric vehicles (EVs), Toyota is working to further evolve conventional fossil-fuel-powered engines and transmissions. The reason, the automaker says: "To steadily promote reduction in CO2 emissions".
  
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• Infiniti global sales on track for record year, chief says

  06-12-2016 13:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Infiniti will likely end 2016 with record sales well beyond the 215,000 vehicles it sold worldwide last year, the Japanese brand's global chief said.
  
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• Toyota to revamp in-house powertrain company

  06-12-2016 12:50
  Toyota Motor on Tuesday (6 December) said it intends to review and strengthen the development structure of its in-house powertrain company.
  
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• BMW enters 'Phase 2' of electrification strategy

  06-12-2016 12:41
  BMW is entering what it terms as 'Phase II' of its electrification strategy which will see a ramp-up in group e-vehicle volumes and the transfer of electric vehicle technology from its 'i' brand to other group brands.
  
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• Toyota to expand petrol-hybrid development in next five years

  06-12-2016 12:37
  Toyota Motor said on Tuesday (6 December) it would expand the development of its petrol-hybrid technology over the next five years to speed up the introduction of lower-emission engines in the face of stricter global emissions standards.
  
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• Contact lens tech could revolutionize electric vehicles

  06-12-2016 12:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A plastic based on soft contact-lens technology may solve some of the biggest challenges facing electric vehicles by letting them recharge in seconds and travel from London to Edinburgh without stopping, scientists say.
  
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• Nissan marks 250,000 cars in St Petersburg with Qashquai

  06-12-2016 12:30
  
  Nissan has marked production of its 250,000th vehicle at the manufacturing plant in St. Petersburg, during the factory's tenth year of operation.
  
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• Hitachi lithium-ion battery on Suzuki and Solio cars

  06-12-2016 12:04
  
  Hitachi Automotive Systems says its lithium-ion battery module is being used in the new Suzuki Solio and Solio Bandit hybrid specification cars launched last month.
  
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• Audi extends job guarantee for 61,000 staff to 2020

  06-12-2016 11:38
  
  Audi is extending its employment guarantee for around 61,000 employees in Germany for a further two years until 2020, with the current deal to be followed by further negotiations with the General Works Council.
  
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• DS Smith targets automotive sector with hub - Packaging News

  06-12-2016 11:27 via packagingnews.co.uk
  
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  DS Smith has opened a new site in the West Midlands to further strengthen its experience and expertise in the automotive sector. DS Smith Automotive. The facility will operate as an automotive hub for DS Smith's UK Packaging Division, providing ...
  
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• Driving while tired as dangerous as driving drunk

  06-12-2016 11:18
  
  Drivers who sleep less than five hours are as dangerous on the road as drunk drivers, a new study has found 2016-12-06 10:30 Drivers losing out on a good night's sleep are as dangerous as drunk drivers on the road. Those are the findings of a new study into the effects of tiredness on motorists.
  According to the study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, losing out on just a few hours of sleep the night before puts drivers at nearly twice the risk of crashing compared to those who’ve
  
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• Toyota's new TNGA based engines and transmissions

  06-12-2016 10:56
  Toyota Motor Corporation, now rolling out new vehicles - the fourth generation Prius hybrid and C-HR compact crossover - on its Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA), announced it had developed advanced engines and transmissions and further evolved its hybrid systems and plans to use these new powertrain units in a "rapidly broadening range of vehicle models", starting in 2017.
  
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• UK tech firm unlocks secret to charging EVs in seconds

  06-12-2016 09:55
  
  Augmented Optics reveals new material that can charge a car as quickly as filling up with fuel, and it could make batteries redundant 2016-12-06 08:55 A revolutionary material has been revealed that can make charging an electric car as quick as filling up with fuel. The scientific supercapacitor breakthrough announced by UK-based Augmented Optics could make existing battery tech defunct and transform the EV market.
  The new material has been tested by experts at the University of Surrey and
  
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• Hot Levante and EVs in Maserati plans, but no smaller SUVs

  06-12-2016 09:42
  
  Maserati has lifted the lid on some bold future product plans as sales rise on the back of its first SUV 2016-12-06 08:30 Maserati has hinted at future product plans that could include a 500bhp+ V8 engined Maserati Levante and an electric car by 2020. There’s no desire, however, to extend the brand’s SUV offering with a smaller Porsche Macan rival or a sleeker coupe SUV model. 
  Italy may be reeling with the imminent resignation of Prime Minister Matteo Renzi following the popul
  
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