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• Uber CEO quits Trump's business advisory group

  02-02-2017 23:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Uber CEO Travis Kalanick quit President Donald Trump's business advisory group after the ride hailing service came under mounting pressure from activists who oppose the administration's immigration policies, including Uber drivers, many of whom are...
  
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• Uber CEO to leave Trump's advisory council in wake of criticism

  02-02-2017 23:15
  
  Filed under:Government/LegalThe CEO already has told Uber employees of his exit.Continue reading Uber CEO to leave Trump's advisory council in wake of criticism Uber CEO to leave Trump's advisory council in wake of criticism originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 17:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota adds a third car to Le Mans lineup

  02-02-2017 22:55
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Ford,Porsche,Toyota,RacingToyota really wants a win after last year's disappointing finish.Continue reading Toyota adds a third car to Le Mans lineup Toyota adds a third car to Le Mans lineup originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 16:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Delphi says automated work may come to U.S. from Mexico

  02-02-2017 22:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Delphi Automotive said that if it brings any manufacturing to the U.S. from Mexico, it is likely to be automated work, which has fewer jobs attached to it.
  
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• Tostitos develops a chip bag that's a breathalyzer

  02-02-2017 21:40
  
  Filed under:Marketing/Advertising,Videos,Weird Car News,United States,Emerging Technologies,SmartphoneIt even gives you an Uber code if you're too drunk to drive.Continue reading Tostitos develops a chip bag that's a breathalyzer Tostitos develops a chip bag that's a breathalyzer originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 15:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Honda brings celebrity yearbook photos to life in Super Bowl ad

  02-02-2017 21:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Honda's funny and charming Super Bowl ad features younger versions of nine A-list celebrities spring from the pages of their yearbooks.
  
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• Valeo plans $5 million test track in suburban Detroit

  02-02-2017 21:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Valeo North America plans to build a low-speed test track and new supporting building near Detroit in Auburn Hills, Mich.
  
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• Metro Detroit auto dealer Jack Demmer dies at 93

  02-02-2017 21:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Longtime metro Detroit auto dealer John E. "Jack" Demmer died Tuesday after a year-long battle with cancer. He was 93.
  
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• How the Rolls-Royce Phantom changed through the decades

  02-02-2017 21:00
  
  A brief history of the Rolls-Royce Phantom line from the first generation to the last Phantom VII produced.Continue reading How the Rolls-Royce Phantom changed through the decades How the Rolls-Royce Phantom changed through the decades originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Five of the most exciting electric cars coming soon

  02-02-2017 20:15
  
  Filed under:Open RoadThe five future electric cars coming soon will change the auto industry forever.Continue reading Five of the most exciting electric cars coming soon Five of the most exciting electric cars coming soon originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 14:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Group 1 swings to black in Q4

  02-02-2017 20:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Group 1 Automotive swung to a net profit of $30.8 million in the fourth quarter from a year-earlier loss, as new vehicle sales decreased but gross profit per unit grew, the Houston auto retailer said today.
  
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• Subaru polishes Legacy for 2018

  02-02-2017 19:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Subaru Legacy, one of just three non-luxury midsize sedans to post a gain in U.S. sales last year, is getting a midcycle freshening for the 2018 model year.
  
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• Nissan built a Cummins-powered off-road cargo van

  02-02-2017 19:57
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Chicago Auto Show,Nissan,Minivan/Van,Commercial Vehicles,Off-Road,SpecialtyFour-wheel drive and diesel propulsion come courtesy of the Titan XD.Continue reading Nissan built a Cummins-powered off-road cargo van Nissan built a Cummins-powered off-road cargo van originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 13:57:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Longtime Tenneco CEO Sherrill to step down, will remain executive chairman

  02-02-2017 19:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tenneco said longtime CEO Gregg Sherrill is stepping down effective May 17, but will remain executive chairman. The board of directors named COO Brian Kesseler to fill the role of CEO.
  
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• New Volkswagen Golf GTI facelift 2017 review

  02-02-2017 19:18
  
  2 Feb, 2017 6:45pmJonathan Burn
  Volkswagen has given the new Golf a nip and tuck, and the GTI model gets a power boost as well - can it compete with more powerful rivals?Things move quickly when it comes to hot hatchbacks. When the original Volkswagen Golf GTI launched back in 1975 its 1.6-litre engine was churning out a modest 109bhp. Fast-forward 42 years and today’s updated seventh-generation GTI is producing more than double that, with 227bhp from a 2.0-litre turbo.
  That’s a cons
  
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• Beyoncé posed for her famous pregnancy pic on a Porsche 914

  02-02-2017 19:15
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Chicago Auto Show,Nissan,Minivan/Van,Commercial Vehicles,Off-Road,SpecialtyThis particular pregnancy-pic Porsche has quite the patina.Continue reading Beyoncé posed for her famous pregnancy pic on a Porsche 914 Beyoncé posed for her famous pregnancy pic on a Porsche 914 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 13:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Subaru Legacy freshens up with new fascia and better chassis

  02-02-2017 19:00
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Chicago Auto Show,Subaru,SedanLook for the car at the 2017 Chicago Auto Show.Continue reading 2018 Subaru Legacy freshens up with new fascia and better chassis 2018 Subaru Legacy freshens up with new fascia and better chassis originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 13:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Fujitsu Rolls First FRAM For Automotive Market - EE Times

  02-02-2017 18:42 via eetimes.com
  
  Fujitsu Rolls First FRAM For Automotive Market
  EE Times
  MUNICH--Japan's Fujitsu Ltd. announced what it describes as the first FRAM devices that truly meet automotive requirements. Being a non-volatile memory technology, FRAM (Ferroelectric Random-Access Memory) is regarded as a future-prone candidate for ...and more »
  
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• Autoliv says Q4 net income drops 22% to $144 million

  02-02-2017 18:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Autoliv, the world's largest airbag and seat belt supplier, reported its net income fell 22 percent in the fourth quarter to $144 million.
  
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• Daimler, Nissan reviewing collaboration at Mexico auto plant

  02-02-2017 18:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Daimler and Nissan are re-examining the scope of collaboration at their planned Mexican factory that's set to make Mercedes-Benz and Infiniti cars.
  
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• New Volkswagen Golf facelift 2017 review

  02-02-2017 18:17
  
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  Image 1 of 6 2 Feb, 2017 5:15pmJohn McIlroy
  Volkswagen's facelifted Golf adds an all-new 1.5-litre TSI EVO engine - we've driven it for the first timeThe VW Golf has been the default family car choice for generations – thanks to its hard-to-beat combination of practicality, comfort, performance and efficiency. The seventh generation of Europe’s best-selling car has been around since 2014, though, so VW has now given it a thorough mid-life overhaul.
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• Magna Seating opens new headquarters in Mich.

  02-02-2017 18:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Magna International opened the new headquarters for its seating division this week in the Detroit suburb of Novi, Mich., the company said in a statement.
  
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• Freudenberg adds US cabin filter production line

  02-02-2017 18:08
  
  Freudenberg Filtration Technologies (FFT) has added a new cabin air filter production line at its US factory in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.
  
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• The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon will come with a crate full of goodies

  02-02-2017 18:02
  
  Filed under:Dodge,Coupe,Future,PerformanceThe crate comes with tools and more to prep your Demon for street or strip.Continue reading The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon will come with a crate full of goodies The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon will come with a crate full of goodies originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 12:02:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Next Chevy Silverado could get this built-in tailgate step

  02-02-2017 17:08
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Chevrolet,GMC,TruckA patent was granted in December 2016.Continue reading Next Chevy Silverado could get this built-in tailgate step Next Chevy Silverado could get this built-in tailgate step originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 11:08:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Next-gen Porsche 911 Cabriolet joins the coupe for winter testing

  02-02-2017 17:01
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Porsche,Convertible,PerformanceDon't expect a full reveal anytime soon.Continue reading Next-gen Porsche 911 Cabriolet joins the coupe for winter testing Next-gen Porsche 911 Cabriolet joins the coupe for winter testing originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 11:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Delphi posts Q3 revenue up 10% to US$4.3bn

  02-02-2017 16:44
  
  Delphi has recorded third quarter revenue up 10% to US$4.3bn and net income of US$281m, while corresponding figures for the full year were US$16.7bn and US$1.2bn respectively.
  
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• BMW names Bernhard Kuhnt CEO for North America

  02-02-2017 16:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  BMW said it named Bernhard Kuhnt to become CEO of BMW of North America effective March 1. Ludwig Willisch, who previously held that title, is now head of BMW Group Region Americas, according to a statement released Thursday.
  
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• Rally school part three

  02-02-2017 16:30
  
  Filed under:Open RoadThe Scandinavian Flick may look cool on camera, but it is time to learn some real rally maneuvers. Just keep an eye on road conditions in the meantime.Continue reading Rally school part three Rally school part three originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 10:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mazda revises fiscal year targets down

  02-02-2017 16:29
  
  Mazda has issued downbeat part-year financial results along with downward revisions full-year results as it reported slower sales at home and in key export markets. A stronger local currency also dented profit.
  
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• The Mirai has flower power in Toyota's Super Bowl ad

  02-02-2017 16:16
  
  Filed under:Green,Marketing/Advertising,Videos,Toyota,Alternative Fuels,Hydrogen,Super Bowl CommercialsPut that H20 button to good use.Continue reading The Mirai has flower power in Toyota's Super Bowl ad The Mirai has flower power in Toyota's Super Bowl ad originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 10:16:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Delphi Q4 net income rises 47% to $281 million

  02-02-2017 16:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Delphi Automotive posted a 47 percent gain in fourth-quarter net income as the supplier continued to benefit from growth in its technologies that are aiding the evolution toward self-driving vehicles.
  
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• Land Rover will make that brand-new classic Range Rover you always wanted

  02-02-2017 15:52
  
  Filed under:Land Rover,SUV,ClassicsLand Rover Classic will offer restored 1970s Range Rovers in the style of earlier "Reborn" Land Rover Series 1 models.Continue reading Land Rover will make that brand-new classic Range Rover you always wanted Land Rover will make that brand-new classic Range Rover you always wanted originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 09:52:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Honda's 2017 Super Bowl ad features celebrity yearbook photos

  02-02-2017 15:30
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Humor,Videos,Honda,Crossover,Super Bowl CommercialsYes. Everyone had at least one awkward yearbook photo.Continue reading Honda's2017 Super Bowl ad features celebrity yearbook photos Honda's2017 Super Bowl ad features celebrity yearbook photos originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 09:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes will bring the beastly E63 S wagon to the States this fall

  02-02-2017 15:16
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,Mercedes-Benz,Wagon,Luxury,PerformanceIt'll do 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds with room for your friends and your stuff.Continue reading Mercedes will bring the beastly E63 S wagon to the States this fall Mercedes will bring the beastly E63 S wagon to the States this fall originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Feb 2017 09:16:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Brazil Automotive Sales Falls 25 Percent in Last Month - The Rio Times

  02-02-2017 14:00 via riotimesonline.com
  
  The Rio Times
  Brazil Automotive Sales Falls 25 Percent in Last Month
  The Rio Times
  RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The month of January 2017 had a 25 percent decrease in sales compared to December 2016, across of all sectors including; cars, light commercials, trucks, buses, motorcycles, and others. The data was released today (February ...
  
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• Daimler CEO sees NAFTA continuing

  02-02-2017 13:55
  
  Daimler expects NAFTA to continue, media reports said on Thursday (2 February).
  
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• New 2022 Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition launched

  02-02-2017 13:20
  
  Porsche has launched a new Platinum special-edition version of the Cayenne, which features a few styling tweaks and some extra standard equipment
  
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• GKN Driveline unveils new US winter test facility

  02-02-2017 13:01
  GKN Driveline has opened a new cold-weather facility at the Smithers Winter Test Centre (SWTC) in Brimley, Michigan, giving the UK supplier, proving grounds for extreme conditions on three continents; Europe, Asia and North America.
  
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• Ferrari Q4 earnings rise 38%, expectations for 2017 rise

  02-02-2017 12:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Italian luxury carmaker Ferrari on Thursday reported a 38 percent rise in fourth-quarter adjusted core earnings and gave a strong guidance for 2017.
  
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• Wabco extends its supply contract with Kamaz

  02-02-2017 11:50
  
  Wabco has extended its long-term agreement with Kamaz to supply a range of technologies, including Wabco's modular braking system platform (mBSP) for anti-lock braking (ABS) and electronic braking systems (EBS).
  
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• VW agrees settlement with private plaintiffs and US FTC

  02-02-2017 11:48
  
  Parent company Volkswagen AG and Volkswagen Group of America said they had reached proposed agreements to resolve outstanding civil claims regarding around 78,000 affected vehicles with three-litre TDI V6 diesel engines in the United States.
  
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• Toyota Kirloskar Motor global sales surge 22% in January 2017

  02-02-2017 11:48
  
  Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) achieved 21% growth year on year in domestic sales and 22% overall in January 2017. Toyota's Indian operation sold 10,336 units locally and exported 916 Etios series models last month.
  
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• Denso nine month global revenue down 1.8%

  02-02-2017 11:34
  
  Denso has unveiled nine-month consolidated operating profit of US$2.1bn, up 1.8%, although consolidated revenue fell 1.8% to US28.4bn.
  
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• What is Euro NCAP? Car safety, star ratings and dual rating crash test scores

  02-02-2017 11:30
  
  Euro NCAP, or the European New Car Assessment Programme to give it its full name, is an independent crash-test safety body, which rigorously assesses the safety of new cars, and helps to further the advancement of car safety technology.
  With safety at the forefront of all car makers' minds, and many firms and organisations signing up to the 'Vision Zero' initiative - which aims to eliminate all deaths and serious injuries from our roads - Euro NCAP's test programme is an ever
  
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• What is Euro NCAP? Car safety, star ratings and crash test scores explained

  02-02-2017 11:30
  
  Euro NCAP, or the European New Car Assessment Programme to give it its full name, is an independent crash-test safety body, which rigorously assesses the safety of new cars, and helps to further the advancement of car safety technology.
  With safety at the forefront of all car makers' minds, and many firms and organisations signing up to the 'Vision Zero' initiative - which aims to eliminate all deaths and serious injuries from our roads - Euro NCAP's test programme is an ever
  
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• What is Euro NCAP? 2023 safety updates, star ratings and crash test scores explained

  02-02-2017 11:30
  
  Euro NCAP is the independent body behind new car crash safety scores - here's everything you need to know
  
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• Hyundai i30 review

  02-02-2017 11:21
  
  For: Economical engines, generous kit lists, high speed refinementOur Rating: 
  4
  Against: Unexciting to drive, dashboard quality not as good as rivals, limited rear seat space2017
  The all-new Hyundai i30 is a credible, well-built and refined family car, but one that fails to excite like more dynamic and stylish rivals The all-new Hyundai i30 does just enough to keep pace with a pool of talented family hatchback rivals that includes the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen&rsq
  
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• Daimler posts record 2016 sales and profit

  02-02-2017 11:12
  Daimler has posted its best-ever figures for annual unit sales, revenue and net profit for 2016. The company also expects to increase sales and earnings again this year, helped by some growth in demand and a strengthened market position. Further growth in revenue and EBIT is also anticipated.
  
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• Valmet purchases Semcon for US$90m

  02-02-2017 10:31
  
  Valmet Automotive has inked a deal with Semcon to acquire its automotive engineering operations in Germany with 800 employees and annual turnover of EUR90m (US$97m).
  
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