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• 2019 Ford Ranger spied testing right here in America

  14-02-2017 23:45
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Ford,TruckWe're still not sure what's under the hood, but we're happy to speculate.Continue reading 2019 Ford Ranger spied testing right here in America 2019 Ford Ranger spied testing right here in America originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 17:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 'Forza' is a billion-dollar success story for Microsoft

  14-02-2017 22:09
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Toys/Games,TechnologyMicrosoft partly has Sony to thank for Forza's success.Continue reading 'Forza' is a billion-dollar success story for Microsoft 'Forza' is a billion-dollar success story for Microsoft originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 16:09:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Dozen $4 million supercars recalled along with 5,900 Lamborghinis

  14-02-2017 22:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The dozen owners of Lamborghini Venenos -- an ultra-rare supercar that cost $4 million and up -- will be receiving some bad news via registered mail: their Italian dream machines are being recalled along with 5,900 other Lamborghinis around the...
  
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• The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid starts at $23,035

  14-02-2017 21:46
  
  Filed under:Green,Hyundai,Fuel Efficiency,Hatchback,Electric,HybridNot only is it more fuel efficient than the Toyota Prius, it's also around $2,000 cheaper.Continue reading The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid starts at $23,035 The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid starts at $23,035 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 15:46:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Rally Racing with Subaru Rally Team USA Driver David Higgins | AutoblogVR

  14-02-2017 21:35
  
  Filed under:Videos,Subaru,VRExperience a lap with a pro rally racer in full 360-degree video!Continue reading Rally Racing with Subaru Rally Team USA Driver David Higgins | AutoblogVR Rally Racing with Subaru Rally Team USA Driver David Higgins | AutoblogVR originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 15:35:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Suppliers see opportunity as auto industry shifts to mobility

  14-02-2017 21:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The automotive industry landscape is changing via rapid advancements in technology. So much so, that suppliers are joining their manufacturing customers in a whole new industry -- mobility.
  
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• Can't Escape the competition | 2017 Ford Escape 1.5 EcoBoost Quick Spin

  14-02-2017 21:01
  
  Filed under:Ford,Quick Spins,Crossover,SUVFord's refreshed Escape is much better, just maybe not with this engine.Continue reading Can't Escape the competition | 2017 Ford Escape 1.5 EcoBoost Quick Spin Can't Escape the competition | 2017 Ford Escape 1.5 EcoBoost Quick Spin originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 15:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Honda dealer, store in damage control after death of Klansman

  14-02-2017 20:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The death of a Ku Klux Klan leader in Missouri has prompted a Honda dealer in Kansas into damage control to avoid a mix-up over the same name.
  
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• Elderly pilot's Cessna dismantled in his driveway and hauled away by Long Island town

  14-02-2017 20:34
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car NewsStealing an old man's plane is no way to run a town, New York.Continue reading Elderly pilot's Cessna dismantled in his driveway and hauled away by Long Island town Elderly pilot's Cessna dismantled in his driveway and hauled away by Long Island town originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 14:34:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Pagani Huayra Roadster loses weight and a roof

  14-02-2017 20:28
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,Pagani,Convertible,Performance,SupercarsIf it weren't sold out already, you could buy one for $2.4 million.Continue reading The Pagani Huayra Roadster loses weight and a roof The Pagani Huayra Roadster loses weight and a roof originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 14:28:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Citroen SpaceTourer 4X4 E Concept is a rough and tumble breadbox

  14-02-2017 20:06
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Geneva Motor Show,Citroen,Minivan/VanIt also has an awesome name.Continue reading The Citroen SpaceTourer 4X4 E Concept is a rough and tumble breadbox The Citroen SpaceTourer 4X4 E Concept is a rough and tumble breadbox originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 14:06:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Fleeing suspect flips car and keeps on running during high-speed pursuit

  14-02-2017 19:50
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,Ford,Driving,SafetyA young Texan is in serious trouble today after he led South Carolina deputies on a destructive, high-speed chase last week.Continue reading Fleeing suspect flips car and keeps on running during high-speed pursuit Fleeing suspect flips car and keeps on running during high-speed pursuit originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 13:50:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW, Bosch diesel settlements receive preliminary court approval

  14-02-2017 19:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A federal judge granted preliminary approval of a VW settlement to pay at least $1.22 billion to fix or buy back nearly 80,000 polluting 3.0 liter diesel-engine vehicles. U.S.
  
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• Mercedes-Benz is cooking up a refresh for the S-Class cabriolet

  14-02-2017 18:59
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Mercedes-Benz,Convertible,Coupe,LuxuryAny changes to the convertible will probably apply to the coupe.Continue reading Mercedes-Benz is cooking up a refresh for the S-Class cabriolet Mercedes-Benz is cooking up a refresh for the S-Class cabriolet originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 12:59:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Building a business case for GM's fuel cells

  14-02-2017 18:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Though General Motors has been beaten to the market with hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles -- Toyota, Honda and Hyundai are marketing them now in California -- GM has a shot at being a leader in another and more important way: the first to make a...
  
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• Audi's 2018 A6 styling stands apart from A4, A8

  14-02-2017 18:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Spy shots taken in Germany of the redesigned 2018 Audi A6 show that the sedan will largely keep true to its current form, but become further differentiated from the smaller A4 and larger A8 sedans.
  
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• Ford Focus footprint may grow, spy photos show

  14-02-2017 18:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford has been spotted testing the next-generation Focus hatchback in Europe. The redesigned Focus is expected to come out late next year as a 2019 model.
  
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• Watch this Hot Wheels car and the amazing Technicolor toy track

  14-02-2017 18:03
  
  Filed under:Toys/Games,VideosIt's a small-scale roller coaster.Continue reading Watch this Hot Wheels car and the amazing Technicolor toy track Watch this Hot Wheels car and the amazing Technicolor toy track originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 12:03:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Hyundai's 2018 Accent set for debut in Toronto

  14-02-2017 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The redesigned 2018 Hyundai Accent is to make its world debut Thursday at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto.
  
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• Jaguar updates F-Pace, XE and XF with new engines and tech

  14-02-2017 17:53
  
  Jaguar announces updates for the 2018 model year, including new entry-level F-Pace and new Ingenium engines 2017-02-15 00:01 Jaguar has announced a range of updates for 2018 model year versions of its XF and XE saloon as well as its F-Pace SUV, introducing new engines, new technology and additional equipment.
  The big news is the addition of three new Ingenium engines, including petrol versions of the new Jaguar Land Rover power units for the first time. A 2.0-litre twin turbo petrol engine is a
  
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• How a GM sale of Opel could open door to purchase of FCA

  14-02-2017 17:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Removing Opel from GM's brand offerings could, ironically, make it more attractive for GM to purchase all or parts of FCA, which is still actively seeking a merger partner. That is, if GM were interested.
  
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• Dubai hopes to launch self-flying drone taxi service this summer

  14-02-2017 17:40
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Weird Car News,Green Driving,Middle East,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autoblog MinuteWhy have self-driving cars, when you can have self-flying cars?Continue reading Dubai hopes to launch self-flying drone taxi service this summer Dubai hopes to launch self-flying drone taxi service this summer originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 11:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Smart will go electric-only in United States and Canada

  14-02-2017 17:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Mercedes-Benz,smart,ElectricSmart will stop producing gasoline models for North America in April.Continue reading Smart will go electric-only in United States and Canada Smart will go electric-only in United States and Canada originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 11:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• UK Police arrest four after all stolen JLR engines recovered

  14-02-2017 17:23
  British Police say all engines stolen from Jaguar Land Rover's (JLR) Solihull plant in the UK Midlands region have been recovered, with four men bailed to appear pending further enquiries.
  
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• GM's talks to sell Opel are a blow to a strong management team

  14-02-2017 17:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  GM's confirmation that it is discussing selling its Opel/Vauxhall business to PSA Group is a blow for Opel CEO Karl-Thomas Neumann and the best management team the unit has had in years.
  
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• Ford Focus prototype spied with production-intent body

  14-02-2017 17:06
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Ford,HatchbackIt appears to be an evolution of the current styling.Continue reading Ford Focus prototype spied with production-intent body Ford Focus prototype spied with production-intent body originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 11:06:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Bentley Continental Supersports 2017 review

  14-02-2017 16:58
  
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  Image 1 of 19 14 Feb, 2017 4:00pmDan Prosser
  New 700bhp Continental Supersports is the fastest and most powerful Bentley yet, and it doesn't disappointThe new Continental Supersports is the fastest and most powerful Bentley ever. Replacing the Continental GT Speed at the top of the model range, the Supersports uses a heavily uprated 700bhp version of the familiar 6.0-litre W12 – powering itself to a top speed of 209mph. 
  The Supersports, says Bentley, is back by popular
  
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• Toronto motor show - world debuts list

  14-02-2017 16:55
  There were just two world premieres at the 2017 Canadian International Auto show.
  
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• Aston Martin RB-001 world debut at Toronto show

  14-02-2017 16:55
  
  Aston Martin has announced a world premiere for the 2017 Canadian International Auto show.
  
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• Top Gear reboots again on March 5 (UPDATE)

  14-02-2017 16:40
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/MoviesThe British only have three weeks to wait, and we have a month left.Continue reading Top Gear reboots again on March 5 (UPDATE) Top Gear reboots again on March 5 (UPDATE) originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 10:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Top Gear reboots again on March 5

  14-02-2017 16:40
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/MoviesExpect it to show in the US the following day.Continue reading Top Gear reboots again on March 5 Top Gear reboots again on March 5 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 10:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lexus rounds out the LS line with 500h hybrid

  14-02-2017 16:13
  
  Filed under:Green,Geneva Motor Show,Lexus,Hybrid,LuxuryIf you want to catch the 2018 LS 500h, head out to Geneva.Continue reading Lexus rounds out the LS line with 500h hybrid Lexus rounds out the LS line with 500h hybrid originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 10:13:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mitsubishi brings back the Eclipse as a crossover

  14-02-2017 15:37
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,Mitsubishi,Crossover,BudgetIt's not the Eclipse we were hoping for.Continue reading Mitsubishi brings back the Eclipse as a crossover Mitsubishi brings back the Eclipse as a crossover originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 09:37:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Roadhouses, line dancing and big footprints: What people think of 2018 Ford Expedition

  14-02-2017 15:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford is overhauling the Expedition with a slimmed-down aluminum body, updated powertrain, more interior legroom and 40 new technology features. Here's what people are saying about the 2018 Ford Expedition.
  
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• GM could sell European divisions to French automaker PSA

  14-02-2017 15:24
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,GM,Citroen,Opel,PeugeotGM-exit from Europe?Continue reading GM could sell European divisions to French automaker PSA GM could sell European divisions to French automaker PSA originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 09:24:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Vauxhall takeover: PSA confirms no plant closures in Germany, but what about the UK?

  14-02-2017 14:56
  
  The PSA will not shut down Opel's plants in Germany, but has given no guarantees to Vauxhall's Ellesmere Port and Luton sites in the UK 2017-02-20 09:15 The future of Vauxhall's Ellesmere Port and Luton plants has been thrown into further question after PSA Peugeot Citroen said it would not shut down any of Opel's four German plants. The news came in the wake of confirmation that the French carmaker is in talks with General Motors to buy its Opel and Vauxhall operations.  
  According to new
  
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• General Motors in talks with PSA to sell Vauxhall and Opel brands

  14-02-2017 14:56
  
  "Advanced discussions" between GM and PSA Peugeot-Citroen are taking place regarding the sale of the Opel brand to the French group 2017-02-14 13:59 US car giant General Motors and the French PSA group are in “advanced discussions” over the sale of GM’s European operations, according to a report filed by Reuters. 
  The news agency reports that the talks could lead to Opel and its UK market iteration Vauxhall being sold by GM to PSA. Sources close to the matter told Reuters
  
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• Has GM finally lost patience with Europe?

  14-02-2017 14:48
  PSA Peugeot Citroen has confirmed that it is in talks over the possible acquisition of General Motors' European business unit that operates under the Opel and Vauxhall brand names. Why might GM want to offload and why might PSA be interested?
  
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• As America gets older and heavier so does its crash test dummies

  14-02-2017 14:18
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,SafetyAfter more than 40 years, researchers are designing new crash test dummies to reflect the fact that Americans are getting older and heavier.Continue reading As America gets older and heavier so does its crash test dummies As America gets older and heavier so does its crash test dummies originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 08:18:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• As America gets older and heavier, so do its crash test dummies

  14-02-2017 14:18
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,SafetyAfter more than 40 years, researchers are designing new crash test dummies to reflect the fact that Americans are getting older and heavier.Continue reading As America gets older and heavier, so do its crash test dummies As America gets older and heavier, so do its crash test dummies originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 14 Feb 2017 08:18:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• PSA urges caution as it mulls Opel purchase

  14-02-2017 13:54
  PSA Groupe is warning there is "no certainty" at this stage its potential acquisition of General Motors subsidiary, Opel, will go ahead.
  
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• Huge paychecks at Google car project led to talent departures

  14-02-2017 13:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  For the past year, Google's car project has been a talent sieve, thanks to leadership changes, strategy doubts, new startup dreams and rivals luring self-driving technology experts. Another force pushing people out? Money. A lot of it.
  
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• PSA talking to GM for potential Opel purchase

  14-02-2017 13:31
  PSA Groupe is confirming it is in talks with General Motors for the potential purchase of Opel.
  
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• BREAKING: PSA talking to GM for potential Opel purchase

  14-02-2017 13:31
  PSA Groupe is confirming it is in talks with General Motors for the potential purchase of Opel.
  
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• Hyundai hires ex-GM researcher to lead AD centre

  14-02-2017 13:11
  
  Hyundai Motor Group has hired a leading former General Motors researcher to oversee an R&D centre dedicated to the development of fully autonomous vehicles.
  
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• Citroen Spacetourer 4x4 Ë Concept heading to Geneva

  14-02-2017 13:09
  
  Citroen's Spacetourer MPV gets four-wheel-drive and distinctive design tweaks ahead of Geneva Motor Show 2017-02-14 12:30 Citroen has revealed a new concept car set to make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show early next month in the form of the Spacetourer 4x4 Ë – a special version of its Spacetourer MPV boasting four-wheel-drive and some unique design tweaks.
  With a 60mm taller ride height than the standard Spacetourer, the 4x4 Ë Concept uses a 148bhp HDI diesel engine mated to
  
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• Long-term test review: Citroen C4 Picasso

  14-02-2017 13:06
  
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  Image 1 of 13 18 Feb, 2017 12:00pmSean Carson
  First report: revised Citroen C4 Picasso MPV shows its worth as it is pressed into load carrying action immediatelyMileage: 1,320
  Economy: 51.8mpg
  Sometimes we might go to a dealer to take delivery of a new test car, talking through its merits and our choice of options with a salesperson so we’re fully up to speed.
  However, despite a recent facelift, we’re pretty familiar with the Citroen C4 Picasso’s strong points, so
  
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• Mitsubishi revives Eclipse badge for new compact crossover

  14-02-2017 13:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Mitsubishi will resurrect the venerable Eclipse name in the new compact crossover it unveils at next month's Geneva auto show, hoping to marshal memories of the popular sporty coupe that helped build the brand's reputation for performance.
  
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• PSA "very keen" for Iran regional export post-sanctions

  14-02-2017 12:41
  PSA Groupe says it is "very, very keen" to use its burgeoning relationships with Iranian automakers as a springboard for exports to the Middle East.
  
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• Vietnam vehicle market falls 10% in January

  14-02-2017 12:17
  
  New vehicle sales in Vietnam declined by 10.5% to 19,613 units in January, from 21,905 units a year earlier, according to member data released by the Vietnam Automotive Manufacturers Association (VAMA).
  
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