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• Tire sculptures by MLB player Blake McFarland | Autoblog Minute

  03-03-2017 23:45
  
  Filed under:Marketing/Advertising,Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoArtist and professional baseball player Blake McFarland uses recycled tires as materials for these cool sculptures. McFarland was contacted by Goodyear to create two tire sculptures for the 81st Goodyear Cotton Bowl.Continue reading Tire sculptures by MLB player Blake McFarland | Autoblog Minute Tire sculptures by MLB player Blake McFarland | Autoblog Minute originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 17:45:00 EST.Ple
  
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• RUF is bringing something special to Geneva

  03-03-2017 23:33
  
  Filed under:Marketing/Advertising,Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoRUF is already considered a manufacturer, but this will be its first ground-up car.Continue reading RUF is bringing something special to Geneva RUF is bringing something special to Geneva originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 17:33:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Autoblog's favorite TV cars

  03-03-2017 23:15
  
  Filed under:TV/Movies,Videos,Video,Original VideoThe Autoblog staff takes a turn in front of the camera to reminisce about our favorite TV cars.Continue reading Autoblog's favorite TV cars Autoblog's favorite TV cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 17:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla driver blames Autopilot for barrier crash

  03-03-2017 23:05
  
  Filed under:Automakers,Green,Videos,Tesla,ElectricPerhaps, the driver should have taken over in time.Continue reading Tesla driver blames Autopilot for barrier crash Tesla driver blames Autopilot for barrier crash originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 17:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Watch the Bugatti Chiron go from raw carbon to finished product

  03-03-2017 22:45
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Videos,Misc. Auto Shows,Bugatti,Performance,SupercarsAll hand assembled in France.Continue reading Watch the Bugatti Chiron go from raw carbon to finished product Watch the Bugatti Chiron go from raw carbon to finished product originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 16:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW's Schmidt loved U.S. long before facing federal criminal charges

  03-03-2017 22:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Oliver Schmidt, the German-born VW executive now awaiting trial in a Michigan jail on 11 felony counts tied to VW's conspiracy to skirt U.S.
  
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• VW's Schmidt loved U.S. long before facing federal charges

  03-03-2017 22:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Oliver Schmidt played a key role in a 2005 VW project designed to figure out what American consumers wanted. The German-born VW executive is now awaiting trial in a Michigan jail on charges tied to VW's conspiracy to skirt U.S. emissions rules.
  
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• Uber avoided regulators with a tool called 'Greyball,' report says

  03-03-2017 22:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  According to The New York Times, Uber has been using a tool called Greyball to identify regulators and show them a dummy version of the app if they try to use its ride-hailing service.
  
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• ZL1 1LE OMG and a Geneva Show precap | Autoblog Podcast #506

  03-03-2017 21:40
  
  Filed under:PodcastsWe talk sports sedan fights and crazy Camaros, do a big Geneva preview, and spend your theoretical money.Continue reading ZL1 1LE OMG and a Geneva Show precap | Autoblog Podcast #506 ZL1 1LE OMG and a Geneva Show precap | Autoblog Podcast #506 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 15:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• EPA expected to revisit rules on 2025 mpg targets

  03-03-2017 21:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The EPA is expected to announce as early as next week that it will reopen 2022-25 vehicle emissions requirements and fuel economy targets for review after automakers urged the Trump administration to reverse an Obama administration decision.
  
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• Artega Scalo Superelletra by Touring all set for Geneva

  03-03-2017 21:23
  
  German engineering and Italian design dream team bring Artega Scalo Superelletra to Geneva 2017 2017-03-04 (All day) This is the Artega Scalo Superelletra by Touring and it’ll be taking its place among the exotic metal at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show.
  Artega is a low volume German sports car manufacturer with a colourful recent history. After hitting the market just before the 2008 recession, it was sold to Mexican buyers in 2010 and folded in 2012. Now it’s back under the leadership
  
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• UPS employees band together to buy car for teen coworker

  03-03-2017 21:22
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Jeep,SUVYou guys ready for a good cry? Get your tissues ready, because this one's a doozy.Continue reading UPS employees band together to buy car for teen coworker UPS employees band together to buy car for teen coworker originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 15:22:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NAFTA needs to be modernized, Mexican economy minister says

  03-03-2017 21:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Mexico is prepared to negotiate changes to NAFTA to modernize the 23-year-old open trade pact grouping the U.S., Canada and Mexico, a Mexican economic official said.
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1990 Daihatsu Charade SE Hatchback

  03-03-2017 21:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Automotive HistoryNearly all the Charades are gone, but this one showed up in a Denver self-service wrecking yard recently.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1990 Daihatsu Charade SE Hatchback Junkyard Gem: 1990 Daihatsu Charade SE Hatchback originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM's Maven begins offering 28-day rentals

  03-03-2017 19:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Maven, General Motors' car-sharing service, opened a four-week rental plan through a program called Maven Reserve, expanding its previous maximum rental by 24 days.
  
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• Beer truck crashes on Vegas freeway and drenches cop in sea of suds

  03-03-2017 19:36
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,Truck,Police/EmergencyThis is a clear-cut case of alcohol abuse.Continue reading Beer truck crashes on Vegas freeway and drenches cop in sea of suds Beer truck crashes on Vegas freeway and drenches cop in sea of suds originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 13:36:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Fate of the Furious music video shows how much Demons love donuts

  03-03-2017 19:34
  
  Filed under:TV/Movies,Chevrolet,Dodge,ToyotaDon't think too much about how much replacement Nitto tires will cost for the Dodge Demon.Continue reading The Fate of the Furious music video shows how much Demons love donuts The Fate of the Furious music video shows how much Demons love donuts originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 13:34:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Replacement demand growth for automotive battery segment at 4-5%: Ambit Capital - Economic Times

  03-03-2017 19:27 via economictimes.indiatimes.com
  
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  Replacement demand growth for automotive battery segment at 4-5%: Ambit Capital
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  MUMBAI: Investment advisory, Ambit Capital estimates current replacement demand growth for automotive battery segment at 4 per cent-5 per cent year-on-year, a figure significantly lower than the double-digit growth that the industry enjoyed until ...
  
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• New Mercedes-AMG GT Concept hints at future production model

  03-03-2017 19:08
  
  Mercedes unveils new sleek four-door GT Concept at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, previewing a 2018 Porsche Panamera rival 2017-03-07 10:30 Mercedes is drawing in the crowds at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show with the unveiling of the new four-door AMG GT Concept. The saloon-cum-coupe previews a production rival for the Porsche Panamera tipped to arrive in 2018.
  The four-door coupe concept has been built by Mercedes-AMG to “herald the further extension of the AMG GT family”. It’s the
  
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• Mercedes-AMG GT concept teased ahead of Geneva reveal

  03-03-2017 19:08
  
  Mercedes-AMG to unveil new sleek four-door GT Concept at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, hinting at a future production model 2017-03-04 18:00 Mercedes has revealed a teaser image of its Geneva Motor Show concept car, with the design drawing showing a new four-door coupe that’s likely to be part of the Mercedes-AMG GT family when it makes production.
  Although the car is only going to appear in concept form at Geneva, the teaser shot reveals that it will be called the ‘GT Concept’,
  
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• Tesla, 'stretched to the limit,' sees key talent head for exit

  03-03-2017 18:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tesla is losing key personnel as it races to bring the Model 3 -- its most critical electric sedan yet -- to market later this year.
  
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• Tesla may not have a Model 3 beta test car on the road yet

  03-03-2017 18:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Tesla,ElectricAnother bad sign for the California EV firm.Continue reading Tesla may not have a Model 3 beta test car on the road yet Tesla may not have a Model 3 beta test car on the road yet originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 12:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Latest flying-car idea: Drone swoops in, snatches passenger pod

  03-03-2017 18:30
  
  Filed under:RumormillItaldesign's idea of a flying car is a detachable, airlift-able cabin mounted on a self-driving chassis.Continue reading Latest flying-car idea: Drone swoops in, snatches passenger pod Latest flying-car idea: Drone swoops in, snatches passenger pod originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 12:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Cadillac Carries the Day in Automotive Ad Ranking - Ward's Auto

  03-03-2017 18:22 via wardsauto.com
  
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  Cadillac Carries the Day in Automotive Ad Ranking
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  The General Motors luxury brand joins the trend in creating a topical, issues-oriented ad, in this case emphasizing diversity. Cadillac's “Carry” ad captured dominating 35% share of voice for the week. Related Media. McCarthy Era: Kia Again Has Most ...
  
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• GOP import tax? If you drive a car, you won't like this idea

  03-03-2017 18:05
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Car BuyingOne auto industry representative says a BAT could increase car payments by an average of $100.Continue reading GOP import tax? If you drive a car, you won't like this idea GOP import tax? If you drive a car, you won't like this idea originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 12:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• PSA reaches deal to buy Opel from GM, wins board approval, report says

  03-03-2017 17:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  PSA Group reached an agreement with General Motors to buy the U.S. carmaker's loss-making Opel division and won the support of its own board for the deal on Friday, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters.
  
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• Honda's multiplatform partnership with Fox's 'Star' to feature Honda Stage

  03-03-2017 17:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  American Honda said it plans to let its Honda Stage music venue in Atlanta serve as the platform for a nationally televised program.
  
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• Polish new car sales on the up

  03-03-2017 17:29
  
  New car registrations in Poland set a 16-year record in February, according to a media report in the country.
  
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• “UK car factory staff shouldn’t price themselves out of their jobs”

  03-03-2017 17:27
  
  Mike Rutherford praises those working on the UK car production line, but also has a warning for them 2017-03-05 14:00 I’m all for praising essential employees like health professionals, cops, teachers, fire and rescue heroes, plus our defence personnel. But isn’t it time Britain gave a nod of recognition and respect to its dedicated, truly world-class workers who build vehicles that help this country –and plenty of others – thrive and survive?    &nbs
  
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• Geely reconsiders Proton bid

  03-03-2017 17:12
  
  Shares of Malaysia's DRB-Hicom fell sharply in late trading on Friday as investors reacted to news that Chinese carmaker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group is re-evaluating its recent bid for Proton Holdings.
  
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• The Infiniti Q60 Black S gets an F1 KERS system

  03-03-2017 17:01
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,Infiniti,Coupe,Concept Cars,PerformanceA twin-turbo coupe concept with F1 performance tech.Continue reading The Infiniti Q60 Black S gets an F1 KERS system The Infiniti Q60 Black S gets an F1 KERS system originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 11:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM's Maven now lets you rent cars for up to 28 days

  03-03-2017 16:34
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,GM,United StatesThe new extended-rental program is called Maven Reserve.Continue reading GM's Maven now lets you rent cars for up to 28 days GM's Maven now lets you rent cars for up to 28 days originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 10:34:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes to recall 1 million newer vehicles globally after 51 fires

  03-03-2017 16:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Daimler said it will recall 1 million newer-model Mercedes-Benz vehicles worldwide -- about 308,000 of them in the U.S. -- after 51 fires were reported stemming from a defective starter fuse.
  
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• Toyota reveals latest autonomous tech test bed

  03-03-2017 16:06
  
  Filed under:Green,Lexus,Toyota,Sedan,Autonomous,LuxuryToyota moves forward in the self-driving space.Continue reading Toyota reveals latest autonomous tech test bed Toyota reveals latest autonomous tech test bed originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 10:06:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford Kuga vs Volkswagen Tiguan vs Mazda CX-5

  03-03-2017 16:00
  
  Ford hopes to muscle in on the compact SUV class with its facelifted Kuga. How does it fare against VW Tiguan and Mazda CX-5? 2017-03-04 12:00 Ford is currently in the middle of a big product push, with new models coming thick and fast. From SUVs to city cars and everything in between, the firm is trying to fill every gap in the market. The latest addition to the line-up is the new Kuga, which is a heavy reworking of the second-generation model.
  Featuring bolder looks, a range of revised e
  
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• Nervous European auto workers await fate - the week

  03-03-2017 14:28
  This was not a good week to be a worker in certain auto or engine making plants owned by GM, PSA or Ford in the UK and Spain. Especially for those of nervous disposition.
  
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• Spanish minister confident as GM/PSA unions fret

  03-03-2017 14:06
  
  With a deal between GM and PSA for the sale of Opel possibly to be announced on Monday, a Spanish minister has said his country's assembly plants were "well-placed".
  
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• ZF opens new technology centre in India

  03-03-2017 11:20
  
  ZF has opened its technology centre in India to focus on developing electronics and software for automotive and industrial applications.
  
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• VW establishes new Sub-Saharan Africa region

  03-03-2017 11:19
  
  Volkswagen said it was with its brand's regionalisation strategy having established the Sub-Saharan Africa region to develop and strengthen the market.
  
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• Nemak opens new high-pressure die casting plant in Mexico

  03-03-2017 11:09
  
  Nemak, which specialises in innovative lightweighting solutions for the automotive industry worldwide, has officially opened a new high-pressure die casting (HPDC) plant located in Monterrey, Mexico.
  
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• Mercedes-Benz Rastatt plant begins updated GLA production

  03-03-2017 11:06
  
  Production of an updated GLA range has started at Daimler's Mercedes-Benz plant at Rastatt in Germany.
  
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• PSA Opel deal looking more likely

  03-03-2017 10:59
  The sale of General Motors' European Opel unit to PSA Group is looking more likely and could be announced as early as Monday, according to a flurry of news reports.
  
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• Fiat celebrates 60 years of the 500 with Sessantesimo special edition

  03-03-2017 10:36
  
  The Fiat 500 is 60 years old! This new Sessantesimo special edition will debut at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show 2017-03-03 09:55 Fiat will celebrate 60 years of the 500 at next week’s Geneva Motor Show with the reveal of the 500 Sessantesimo - a limited, special edition version of its supermini paying tribute to the original car released in 1957. 
  Available only as a 500C convertible, the Sessantesimo features a new two-tone paintjob – white for the body and pastel ivory for the b
  
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• German automotive supplier to create 150 jobs | TheBusinessDesk ... - The Business Desk

  03-03-2017 08:14 via thebusinessdesk.com
  
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  German automotive supplier to create 150 jobs | TheBusinessDesk ...
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  German car components manufacturer Ferdinand Bilstein UK is set to move into the first completed unit of Markham Vale North, creating 150 jobs in the process.and more »
  
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• Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace makes Euro debut with TDI engine options

  03-03-2017 08:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Geneva Motor Show,Volkswagen,Europe,Crossover,DieselEuropeans get more powertrain choices than Americans.Continue reading Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace makes Euro debut with TDI engine options Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace makes Euro debut with TDI engine options originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Mar 2017 02:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Infiniti preps freshened Q50, sporty hybrid

  03-03-2017 02:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Infiniti aims to burnish its high-tech cred at the Geneva motor show with two cars showcasing its latest autonomous driving and steer-by-wire systems and a sporty hybrid system derived from Formula One.
  
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• Reynolds and Reynolds President Ron Lamb steps down

  03-03-2017 02:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Reynolds and Reynolds President Ron Lamb, a salesman-turned-digital visionary who sought to reinvent the dealership software giant, stepped down to pursue opportunities in private equity.
  
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• Uber seeks permit to restart self-driving pilot in California

  03-03-2017 01:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Uber plans to comply with California regulations and seek permits to put its self-driving cars back on the state's roads, an about-face following the company's legal spat with state officials in December.
  
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• Global Biometric Market in the Automotive Sector 2017-2021 - Yahoo Finance

  03-03-2017 00:52 via finance.yahoo.com
  Global Biometric Market in the Automotive Sector 2017-2021
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  Biometrics involves the authentication and identification of an individual by one or more unique biological traits such as fingerprint, facial, iris, voice, and vein recognition. Biometric technologies are considered to be more reliable when compared ...and more »
  
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