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• GM's European Opel division may eventually go all-electric

  15-02-2017 23:40
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,GM,Opel,Vauxhall,Europe,Germany,ElectricOpel cites the challenges of furthering both electric and conventional drivetrain technology as a reason to go all-electric.Continue reading GM's European Opel division may eventually go all-electric GM's European Opel division may eventually go all-electric originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 17:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Italdesign wants to start producing more limited-production cars

  15-02-2017 23:10
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Marketing/Advertising,Geneva Motor Show,Coupe,SupercarsThe badge may appear on Italdesign's car at this year's Geneva show.Continue reading Italdesign wants to start producing more limited-production cars Italdesign wants to start producing more limited-production cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 17:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Cadillac XT3 caught covered in copious camouflage

  15-02-2017 22:10
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Cadillac,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryCadillac did a good job of hiding this one.Continue reading Cadillac XT3 caught covered in copious camouflage Cadillac XT3 caught covered in copious camouflage originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Saving up enough money for your dream car

  15-02-2017 22:00
  
  Filed under:Open RoadThese 4 tips can make your dream car a reality. By getting your finances in order and strategic planning ahead, you are on your way to purchase a dream car this year.Continue reading Saving up enough money for your dream car Saving up enough money for your dream car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 16:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Ford Ranger seen on test drive?

  15-02-2017 21:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The first images of what appear to be Ford's U.S.-bound Ranger compact pickup have been spotted testing on roads in Dearborn, Mich.
  
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• Americans drove more last year, but still below peak

  15-02-2017 21:30
  
  Filed under:Green,United StatesUS households on average drove 22,311 miles last year, down 8 percent from all-time highs.Continue reading Americans drove more last year, but still below peak Americans drove more last year, but still below peak originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 15:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• How To Change Automatic Transmission Fluid | Autoblog Wrenched

  15-02-2017 21:00
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Videos,Auto Repair,Maintenance,Autoblog WrenchedSee how to change your own automatic transmission fluid on this Autoblog Wrenched.Continue reading How To Change Automatic Transmission Fluid | Autoblog Wrenched How To Change Automatic Transmission Fluid | Autoblog Wrenched originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Peugeot 5008 2017 review

  15-02-2017 20:44
  
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  Image 1 of 21 15 Feb, 2017 7:45pmSam Naylor
  The Peugeot 5008's new SUV look hides a car that's improved in almost every wayWhen the Peugeot 3008 arrived at the end of last year, we were impressed with the step up in quality over the previous model – with the new car offering improvements in almost every area. Now it’s the turn of the 5008 – the brand’s second attempt at transitioning from MPV to SUV.
  It’s easy to see the connection just from the stylin
  
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• FCA shares jump on GM speculation; Barra still not interested

  15-02-2017 20:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  FCA shares have outpaced GM in the initial aftermath of a potential Opel sale, amid fresh speculation the two could combine. The problem: GM CEO Mary Barra still isn't interested.
  
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• Aljomaih Automotive launches 2017 strategy during annual meeting - Arab News

  15-02-2017 20:18 via arabnews.com
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  Aljomaih Automotive launches 2017 strategy during annual meeting
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  AAC honored employees who worked for more than 15 years in the company as well as other high-achieving employees for their impressive performance during 2016. Aljomaih Automotive Company (AAC), the largest dealer of General Motors in Saudi ...
  
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• Apple Music's Carpool Karaoke debuts its first trailer

  15-02-2017 20:00
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,HumorThe show is an expansion of the Late Late Show with James Cordon segment.Continue reading Apple Music's Carpool Karaoke debuts its first trailer Apple Music's Carpool Karaoke debuts its first trailer originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 14:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Active Aerodynamics System Market Driven by ... - Yahoo Finance

  15-02-2017 19:14 via finance.yahoo.com
  
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  The automotive active aerodynamics system market is expected to grow at a CAGR of just above 10% during the forecast period, according to Technavio's latest ...
  Global Automotive Temperature Sensors Market to be Worth USD 5.27 Billion by 2021: TechnavioBusiness Wire (press release)all 10 news articles »
  
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• McLaren's new supercar hits 124 mph in 7.8 seconds with an all-new 4.0-liter V8

  15-02-2017 18:59
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,McLaren,PerformanceIt will do the standing 1/4 mile in 10.3 seconds.Continue reading McLaren's new supercar hits 124 mph in 7.8 seconds with an all-new 4.0-liter V8 McLaren's new supercar hits 124 mph in 7.8 seconds with an all-new 4.0-liter V8 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 12:59:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Audi said to get naming rights to D.C. United soccer stadium

  15-02-2017 18:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Audi will have its name on the new home of Major League Soccer's D.C. United. The agreement, which runs at least a decade, will be one of the three richest naming-rights deals in MLS, according to a person familiar with the contract.
  
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• 2018 Jaguar updates include a new 247-hp four for XE, XF, and F-Pace

  15-02-2017 18:30
  
  Filed under:Jaguar,Sedan,SUV,LuxuryThe lineup adds some safety equipment and a fuel payment app, too.Continue reading 2018 Jaguar updates include a new 247-hp four for XE, XF, and F-Pace 2018 Jaguar updates include a new 247-hp four for XE, XF, and F-Pace originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 12:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tower's adjusted earnings rise 23% in Q4

  15-02-2017 18:13 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tower International reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $56.2 million, up 23 percent from $45.9 million a year ago, while net income plummeted 88 percent for the quarter.
  
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• Edelbrock named Preferred Automotive Aftermarket Products of NHRA - NHRA.com

  15-02-2017 18:07 via nhra.com
  
  Edelbrock named Preferred Automotive Aftermarket Products of NHRA
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  Edelbrock, an industry leader in automotive performance products, has been named the preferred automotive aftermarket products of the NHRA. 15 Feb 2017. Posted by NHRA.com staff. Share. Share on social, email or copy link. The URL has been copied.and more »
  
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• Toyota chops UK Prius PHV price

  15-02-2017 17:58
  
  Ahead of the 1 March on sale date, Toyota has chopped the UK prices of its Prius PHV from GBP34,895 for the 'entry level' Business Edition Plus to GBP31,695 with a clever optional (and extra GBP1,500) solar panel sunroof available only for that version.
  
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• Lithia posts 7.5% increase in Q4 net income

  15-02-2017 17:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Lithia Motors' net income rose 7.5 percent to $51.3 million in the fourth quarter on strong used-car sales and record finance and insurance gains, the retailer said.
  
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• The next-gen Bentley Continental GT takes a page from Porsche

  15-02-2017 17:34
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Spy Photos,Bentley,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceIt also shows elements from the EXP10 Speed 6 concept.Continue reading The next-gen Bentley Continental GT takes a page from Porsche The next-gen Bentley Continental GT takes a page from Porsche originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 11:34:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• US traffic deaths pass grim milestone

  15-02-2017 17:25
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Driving,SafetyThings are getting scary out there.Continue reading US traffic deaths pass grim milestone US traffic deaths pass grim milestone originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 11:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• All 12 Lamborghini Venenos have been recalled for risk of fire

  15-02-2017 16:42
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Lamborghini,Auto Repair,Safety,Convertible,Coupe,SupercarsUntil the car is fixed, consider not filling your tank to the brim.Continue reading All 12 Lamborghini Venenos have been recalled for risk of fire All 12 Lamborghini Venenos have been recalled for risk of fire originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 10:42:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• No more queues? Jaguar and Shell launch in-car fuel payment app

  15-02-2017 16:34
  
  Drivers will be able to buy fuel directly from their infotainment systems at Shell stations, with more e-commerce apps hinted at 2017-02-15 15:34 Jaguar has revealed a new app allowing drivers to pay for their fuel straight from the touchscreen infotainment systems in their cars – no need to queue in the forecourt shop or use a card at the pump.
  The app forms part of the 2018 model year updates just revealed for the XE, XF and F-Pace SUV, though it will soon be available across the entire
  
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• With a new Jaguar and the Shell app, your car can pay for its own gas

  15-02-2017 16:13
  
  Filed under:Jaguar,Land Rover,Smartphone,Technology,LuxuryPay for gas without leaving your car! And then get out and pump it.Continue reading With a new Jaguar and the Shell app, your car can pay for its own gas With a new Jaguar and the Shell app, your car can pay for its own gas originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 10:13:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New traffic light tech to help smartphone users cross the road

  15-02-2017 15:44
  
  New traffic lights on trial in Holland illuminate the pavement to stop smartphone users walking out into traffic 2017-02-15 15:00 A Dutch municipality has introduced pedestrian traffic lights specifically designed to help smartphone users avoid stepping into traffic by displaying a colourful strip of light on the pavement.  
  Built by Dutch firm HIG Traffic Systems, the new +LightLine light comes with a LED strip that illuminates the pavement with a horizontal strip before the road crossing
  
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• Aston Martin's AM-RB 001 hypercar will have a 6.5-liter Cosworth V12 and so much more

  15-02-2017 15:18
  
  Filed under:Aston Martin,Coupe,Hybrid,Lightweight,Performance,SupercarsThe details of this carbon-fiber monster are finally coming into focus.Continue reading Aston Martin's AM-RB 001 hypercar will have a 6.5-liter Cosworth V12 and so much more Aston Martin's AM-RB 001 hypercar will have a 6.5-liter Cosworth V12 and so much more originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 09:18:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 'Kia has come a long way in a short time - where does it go next?'

  15-02-2017 15:07
  
  Kia has wooed buyers with its warranty and quality improvements but a couple of recent new cars don't quite hit the mark, says Graham Hope 2017-02-15 14:20 Exactly 10 years ago this week, Auto Express ran a feature introducing the then new Kia Cee’d to readers. They were suitably impressed, as they were entitled to be; the Cee’d was the car that started the process which transformed the company from lightly regarded budget brand to genuine mainstream contender.  
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• Toyota chairman sees PHVs catching on faster

  15-02-2017 14:42
  
  Toyota Motor chairman Takeshi Uchiyamada, who led the development of the Prius, expects the latest plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHVs) will catch on with consumers far more rapidly than the original Prius did.
  
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• Google's self-driving unit lost execs by overpaying them

  15-02-2017 14:30
  
  Filed under:Green,United States,AutonomousThe company now known as Waymo used to base compensation on future project value, spurring big payments.Continue reading Google's self-driving unit lost execs by overpaying them Google's self-driving unit lost execs by overpaying them originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 15 Feb 2017 08:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• What now for Neumann's electro-Opel plan?

  15-02-2017 14:26
  Opel's board was completely surprised by news of negotiations with PSA Groupe, according to Germany's Manager Magazin, learning only from a phone call on Tuesday morning, though CEO Karl-Thomas Neumann had been informed a little earlier.
  
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• English union digs in heels over Vauxhall and PSA

  15-02-2017 14:04
  
  Following his meeting with Greg Clark, the secretary of state for business and industrial strategy, the leader of the UK union, Unite said General Motors had a moral duty to stand by the UK workforce - and repeated his call for the backing given by government to Nissan, to ensure that it maintains its UK car production when the UK leaves the European Union, is offered to the rest of the UK car industry.
  
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• Automotive OEMs standardise testing to comply with RDE deadlines, say researchers - ITS International

  15-02-2017 13:49 via itsinternational.com
  Automotive OEMs standardise testing to comply with RDE deadlines, say researchers
  ITS International
  Following 'dieselgate', the previously lax automobile emission testing procedures tightened and all European original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are now required to implement real driving emissions (RDE). In September, RDE testing will have a ...
  
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• Toyota recalls all 2,800 hydrogen Mirais worldwide

  15-02-2017 13:43
  
  Up to 28 Toyota Mirais in the UK are called back to dealers as the firm's first hydrogen fuel cell vehicle gets its first global recall 2017-02-15 12:50 Toyota has said it will recall all 2,800 of its hydrogen fuel cell vehicle Mirai cars, built between November 2014 and December 2016, after it found potential issues with the output voltage generated in the fuel cell system. 
  The company's first ever hydrogen vehicle recall will involve a software update to the fuel cell and is e
  
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• Toyota sees plug-in hybrids catching on faster than conventional hybrids

  15-02-2017 13:37 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Toyota's chairman, who led the development of the Toyota Prius, expects the latest plug-in hybrid vehicles will catch on with consumers far more rapidly than the original Prius did.
  
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• Mitsubishi names new SUV ahead of Geneva debut

  15-02-2017 13:04
  
  Continuing a pre-Geneva show news drip feed, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) said it would be returning to its sporting heritage by deciding to name its new compact SUV Eclipse Cross.
  
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• Merecedes plans low volume electric truck trial

  15-02-2017 12:25
  This year, Mercedes-Benz Trucks is bringing the world's first all-electric heavy-duty truck to market in a trial small series. Following the presentation of the Urban eTruck with 25 tonne GVW and a range of up to 200km (120 miles) at the International Commercial Vehicle Show in 2016, the first vehicles will be delivered to customers this year.
  
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• Automotive Silicones Market Worth $5.84 Billion by 2025 | CAGR ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  15-02-2017 12:11 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Automotive Silicones Market Worth $5.84 Billion by 2025 | CAGR ...
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  The global automotive silicones market is expected to reach USD 5.84 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The growing ...and more »
  
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• Toyota recalls all Mirai FCVs sold to date

  15-02-2017 11:51
  Toyota Motor has said it was recalling all of the approximately 2,800 zero-emission Mirai cars on the road due to problems with the output voltage generated by their fuel cell system.
  
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• Global Automotive Camera Market 2017-2022: Market is Expected to Grow to USD 11.2 Billion by 2020 with an ... - Yahoo Finance

  15-02-2017 11:44 via finance.yahoo.com
  Global Automotive Camera Market 2017-2022: Market is Expected to Grow to USD 11.2 Billion by 2020 with an ...
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  The global market for automotive cameras is expected to grow to USD 11.2 billion by 2020 with an estimated CAGR of over 21.34% during 2017-2022. Ambarella recently launched its A7LA automotive camera solution that enables full 30fps 1080p full HD ...and more »
  
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• Chip isolates 3Φ motor for automotive safety - Electronics Weekly - Electronics Weekly

  15-02-2017 11:36 via electronicsweekly.com
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  Chip isolates 3Φ motor for automotive safety - Electronics Weekly
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  Allegro introduces an n-channel mosfet driver to isolate a three phase load in safety-critical automotive systems such as electronic power steering and electric ...
  MOSFET driver IC launched for automotive apps - New ElectronicsNew Electronicsall 3 news articles »
  
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• Chip isolates 3Φ motor for automotive safety - Electronics Weekly

  15-02-2017 11:36 via electronicsweekly.com
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  Chip isolates 3Φ motor for automotive safety
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  Allegro has introduced an n-channel mosfet driver intended to isolate a three phase load in safety-critical automotive systems such as electronic power steering and electric braking. Recommended Articles. Allegro ACS780 ACS781. 100A ac/dc automotive ...
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• Tata Steel unveils new UK tailor welded blanks line - just-auto.com (subscription)

  15-02-2017 11:15 via just-auto.com
  
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  Tata Steel has unveiled its latest line for tailor welded blanks at the company's Automotive Service Centre in Wednesfield, West Midlands, marking 21 years of the site processing and distributing steel products. The opening comes after UK car ...
  Tata Steel invests in the UK 'to better serve automotive customers'Steel Times International magazineall 58 news articles »
  
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• Tata Steel unveils new UK tailor welded blanks line

  15-02-2017 11:07
  Tata Steel has unveiled its latest line for tailor welded blanks at the company's Automotive Service Centre in Wednesfield, West Midlands, marking 21 years of the site processing and distributing steel products.
  
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• China vehicle sales now 'flat' in January as reports contradict

  15-02-2017 10:52
  Total vehicle sales in China rose by 0.2% to 2.52m units in January, according to data released by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) this week.
  
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• Mercedes Benz upgrading Unterturkheim plant for electric mobiltiy

  15-02-2017 10:51
  Mercedes-Benz is taking the next step in the modernisation of Untertürkheim, its lead plant for powertrain production worldwide.
  
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• JLR Q3 revenue up, pre tax profit down

  15-02-2017 10:50
  Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover luxury vehicle unit in the UK booked a 13% increase in revenue to GBP6.5bn (US$8.1bn) following strong customer demand for its vehicles in the three months to 31 December 2016 but pretax profit slipped as the company ramped up for the redesigned Discovery.
  
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• JLR Q3 revenue down 13% at GBP6.5bn

  15-02-2017 10:50
  Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover Automotive booked a 13% increase in revenue to GBP6.5bn (US$8.1bn) following strong customer demand for its vehicles in the three months to 31 December 2016 but pretax profit slipped as the company ramped up for the redesigned Discovery.
  
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• Ford to build new wind tunnel testing complex in Michigan

  15-02-2017 10:48
  
  Ford is spending on a new aerodynamic testing complex that will house a next-generation rolling road wind tunnel and climatic chamber. The new facility will come complete with testing advancements that better match the technological development of both production vehicles and racing vehicles.
  
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• US car ownership falling

  15-02-2017 10:44
  Car ownership in the US is falling, a study by the University of Michigan Sustainable Worldwide Transportation department has confirmed.
  
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• New Land Rover Discovery SD4 2017 review

  15-02-2017 10:08
  
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  Image 1 of 17 15 Feb, 2017 9:00amSean Carson
  The new Land Rover Discovery mk5 takes the 'utility' part of the ever-popular SUV formula to new heights Volvo proved with its latest XC90 that premium seven-seat SUVs can still sell in their droves when fitted with a four-cylinder diesel engine – and the new Land Rover Discovery is following suit by launching with a 237bhp version of the firm’s 2.0-litre Ingenium four-cylinder turbodiesel.
  And there’s one key reason wh
  
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