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• Tesla settles suit against ex-Autopilot chief who formed startup

  19-04-2017 23:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tesla has settled its lawsuit against Sterling Anderson, the former director of the electric-car maker's Autopilot program, according to a copy of the agreement.
  
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• Honda may build a two-row Pilot crossover on a shorter wheelbase

  19-04-2017 23:45
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Honda,Crossover,SUV,BudgetIt will fit between the CR-V and Pilot.Continue reading Honda may build a two-row Pilot crossover on a shorter wheelbase Honda may build a two-row Pilot crossover on a shorter wheelbase originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 17:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Autoblog sell-it-yourself highlight: 2004 Chrysler Crossfire

  19-04-2017 23:44
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Car Buying,Used Car Buying,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceA symbol of what went right and wrong in the Merger of Equals.Continue reading Autoblog sell-it-yourself highlight: 2004 Chrysler Crossfire Autoblog sell-it-yourself highlight: 2004 Chrysler Crossfire originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 17:44:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Former U.S. deputy attorney general to be named VW monitor, report says

  19-04-2017 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Justice Department is expected to name a former deputy attorney general under President George W.
  
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• MG creates an electric grand tourer called the E-Motion

  19-04-2017 23:01
  
  Filed under:Green,Auto Shanghai,Coupe,Electric,PerformanceYou may remember the design from such concepts as the Buick Avista.Continue reading MG creates an electric grand tourer called the E-Motion MG creates an electric grand tourer called the E-Motion originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 17:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Chevrolet FNR-X concept wants to be all things to all people

  19-04-2017 22:30
  
  Filed under:Auto Shanghai,Chevrolet,Crossover,Concept Cars,Future,HybridThe concept debuted in Shanghai.Continue reading The Chevrolet FNR-X concept wants to be all things to all people The Chevrolet FNR-X concept wants to be all things to all people originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 16:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1976 Plymouth Arrow 200 GT

  19-04-2017 22:01
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Coupe,ClassicsThe Plymouth Arrow was a worthy Toyota Celica competitor. Here's one in a Phoenix self-service junkyard.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1976 Plymouth Arrow 200 GT Junkyard Gem: 1976 Plymouth Arrow 200 GT originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 16:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The World of Watson enters your car

  19-04-2017 21:30
  
  Filed under:BMW,GM,Transportation Alternatives,Emerging Technologies,Infotainment,TechnologyNavigating the tricky road of AI for automotive consumers.Continue reading The World of Watson enters your car The World of Watson enters your car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 15:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The 2017 Pacifica Hybrid is finally heading to dealers after delays

  19-04-2017 21:01
  
  Filed under:Chrysler,Minivan/VanCustomers with orders filed before March 30th will be reimbursed one way or the other.Continue reading The 2017 Pacifica Hybrid is finally heading to dealers after delays The 2017 Pacifica Hybrid is finally heading to dealers after delays originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 15:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Strange iPhone discovered in guy's Subaru sparks internet mystery

  19-04-2017 20:58
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Humor,SubaruMan, that airbag recall really paid off!Continue reading Strange iPhone discovered in guy's Subaru sparks internet mystery Strange iPhone discovered in guy's Subaru sparks internet mystery originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 14:58:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Renault R.S. 2027 Vision could be the F1 car of the future

  19-04-2017 20:01
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Auto Shanghai,Renault,Concept Cars,Future,RacingRenault sees more power, less weight, and an increased focus on safety.Continue reading The Renault R.S. 2027 Vision could be the F1 car of the future The Renault R.S. 2027 Vision could be the F1 car of the future originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 14:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Honda says U.S. driver seriously injured by Takata inflator rupture

  19-04-2017 19:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Honda said a driver of a 2002 Accord was seriously injured after a Takata airbag inflator ruptured during a March 3 crash in Las Vegas.
  
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• Pininfarina and Hybrid Kinetic reveal the K550 and K750 SUVs

  19-04-2017 19:01
  
  Filed under:Green,Auto Shanghai,Crossover,SUV,Hybrid,LuxuryThey have the same hybrid powertrain as the H600.Continue reading Pininfarina and Hybrid Kinetic reveal the K550 and K750 SUVs Pininfarina and Hybrid Kinetic reveal the K550 and K750 SUVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 13:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Is it time for the car based trucks to return?

  19-04-2017 19:01
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Truck,Open RoadCar based trucks used to be popular. But, is anybody looking to fill this void in the here and now?Continue reading Is it time for the car based trucks to return? Is it time for the car based trucks to return? originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 13:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Adient's seating mechanisms China JV plans Changshu plant

  19-04-2017 18:18
  
  Adient, the global seating supplier, plans to open a new 90,000 sq m seating mechanisms plant in Changshu on land of 250,000 sq m through one of its China joint ventures - Adient Yanfeng Seating Mechanism.
  
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• Racing rulebooks are the only thing keeping the greatest 911 alive

  19-04-2017 18:15
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Porsche,Coupe,Performance,Racing"What's very crucial for us, a key factor is the bloodline between the race car and the street car."Continue reading Racing rulebooks are the only thing keeping the greatest 911 alive Racing rulebooks are the only thing keeping the greatest 911 alive originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 12:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Rich, Gothenburgian leather | 2017 Volvo S90 Quick Spin

  19-04-2017 18:01
  
  Filed under:Volvo,Quick Spins,Sedan,Luxury'Ring times are irrelevant anyways.Continue reading Rich, Gothenburgian leather | 2017 Volvo S90 Quick Spin Rich, Gothenburgian leather | 2017 Volvo S90 Quick Spin originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota puts fuel cell trucks to work at Port of Los Angeles

  19-04-2017 17:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Toyota,Truck,Commercial Vehicles,Electric,HydrogenThe 670-horsepower truck uses two Mirais worth of fuel cells.Continue reading Toyota puts fuel cell trucks to work at Port of Los Angeles Toyota puts fuel cell trucks to work at Port of Los Angeles originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 11:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• MG ZS to get a new name in the UK, and electric version

  19-04-2017 17:44
  
  MG’s Nissan Juke rival won’t be called ZS when it lands in the UK later in 2017 but an EV version is due in 2018 2017-04-19 13:00 MG’s Nissan Juke rival, the ZS, will be rebadged in the UK when it lands at the end of the year. And bosses have also confirmed that plug-in hybrid and fully electric versions will arrive within 18 months.
  • New MG ZS SUV 2017 reviewThe new name for MG’s crossover will be announced at the London Motor Show later in the year, along wi
  
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• Lithia net jumps 26% in Q1 on strong sales by all departments

  19-04-2017 17:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Lithia Motors said net income increased 26 percent to $50.7 million in the first quarter from the year-earlier period, on volume gains in all aspects of the dealership group's business.
  
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• Ford taking cautious approach to China EV market

  19-04-2017 17:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford is taking a cautious approach to producing electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles for the Chinese market, citing uncertainty about consumer interest and government policy.
  
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• The refreshed 2018 Lexus NX looks just like a baby RX

  19-04-2017 17:10
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Auto Shanghai,Lexus,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryThe new model debuted this week in Shanghai.Continue reading The refreshed 2018 Lexus NX looks just like a baby RX The refreshed 2018 Lexus NX looks just like a baby RX originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 11:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• China EV makers to take on Tesla Model 3 through price, local manufacturing

  19-04-2017 17:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It's not due to arrive in China until next year, but already Chinese-funded, smart, connected plug-in car startups are scrambling to launch cars to go head-to-head against Tesla's mass-market Model 3 sedan.
  
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• Toyota to test hydrogen cargo truck at Port of Los Angeles

  19-04-2017 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Toyota plans to test a heavy-duty truck powered by a hydrogen fuel-cell system at the Port of Los Angeles as part of a feasibility study beginning this summer.
  
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• 2018 Jeep Wrangler might get power sliding roof panels

  19-04-2017 16:52
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Spy Photos,Jeep,Convertible,SUV,Off-RoadWe're not 100-percent convinced, though.Continue reading 2018 Jeep Wrangler might get power sliding roof panels 2018 Jeep Wrangler might get power sliding roof panels originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 10:52:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW's insane HP4 Race bike has World Cup powerplant and carbon-fiber frame

  19-04-2017 16:32
  
  Filed under:BMW,Motorcycle,Bikes,RacingThe racing engine revs to 14,500 rpm.Continue reading BMW's insane HP4 Race bike has World Cup powerplant and carbon-fiber frame BMW's insane HP4 Race bike has World Cup powerplant and carbon-fiber frame originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 10:32:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo confirms China-made EV for 2019

  19-04-2017 16:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Auto Shanghai,Volvo,Green Automakers,ElectricThe company is working toward a goal of a million electrified vehicle sales by 2025.Continue reading Volvo confirms China-made EV for 2019 Volvo confirms China-made EV for 2019 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Possible German factory strike threatens Tesla Model 3 deadline

  19-04-2017 15:52
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,UAW/Unions,Tesla,Europe,United States,ElectricWorkers at Tesla Advanced Automation Germany, which Tesla bought last year when it was called Grohman Engineering, may strike.Continue reading Possible German factory strike threatens Tesla Model 3 deadline Possible German factory strike threatens Tesla Model 3 deadline originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 09:52:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |
  
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• GKN makes China JV global hub for eDrive

  19-04-2017 15:42
  
  China will become a global production hub for GKN's electrified drivelines in 2018, when production of its latest eDrive technologies commences at its joint venture facility in Shanghai.
  
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• Recaro seating launched in China

  19-04-2017 15:41
  
  For launch in China, Adient's Recaro Automotive Seating is positioning itself as a premium brand manufacturer of performance seats for sporty luxury vehicles. At Auto Shanghai 2017, the company is presenting tailor-made products for Chinese OEMs and aftermarket applications.
  
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• Lynk & Co to offer lifetime warranty and free global traffic data on all cars

  19-04-2017 15:40
  
  All-new car brand Lynk & Co set to offer customers willing to take the plunge a 'lifetime' warranty with roadside assistance 2017-04-19 14:50 Alongside the reveal of its production ready 01 SUV and 03 Concept saloon at the Shanghai Motor Show, new Chinese carmaker Lynk & Co has revealed two perks that all of its vehicles will be sold with in a bid to entice customers to the all-new brand.
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• Axe falls on Qoros plan to sell cars in Europe

  19-04-2017 15:39
  
  Chinese brand Qoros won’t be coming to the UK, or Europe after all. With exchange rates to blame 2017-04-19 14:55 Qoros has shelved plans to sell its cars in Europe indefinitely. The Chinese brand made a splash at the Geneva Motor Show in 2013 and 2015 when it presented the 3 saloon and 2 SUV, with confident claims it would match European-built models for quality as it eyed sales here.
  It even got as far as a ‘soft’ launch in Slovakia, with bosses predicting it would be in sho
  
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• Skoda shows first electric car in Shanghai

  19-04-2017 15:28
  Skoda has unveiled its first electric concept car in Shanghai. The VW Group owned brand said it will be introducing five purely electrically-powered cars by 2025, in addition to plug-in hybrid models.
  
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• New MG ZS SUV 2017 review

  19-04-2017 15:22
  
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  The MG ZS is coming to the UK but it won't be called the ZS when it arrives. Let's see if it's any good...Before MG gets to the exciting business of launching an all-electric sports car, it first needs to deal with the bread and butter of any mainstream product range: crossovers and SUVs. 
  The ZS name has yet to be confirmed, but this compact SUV is MG’s take on the Nissan Juke and Peugeot 2008. And ahead of the car landi
  
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• Namikoshi Electronics test runs 4-in-1 engine

  19-04-2017 15:13
  
  Namikoshi Electronics Corporation of Japan has successfully conducted a test run of its 4-in-1 engine, which has been developed with the help of experts at Osaka University and Kobe City College of Technology.
  
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• All-electric Skoda Citigo set to be brand's first EV

  19-04-2017 15:07
  
  Skoda has promised to have five electric cars on sale by 2025, and the Citigo looks likely to be the first full EV 2017-04-19 14:05 Skoda's Vision E concept finally made its public debut at the Shanghai Motor Show – but it’s set to be beaten to production by another all-electric vehicle from the brand. And Auto Express understands that the current favourite to be Skoda’s flag bearer in the growing EV segment is the humble Citigo.
  After weeks of teaser pictures, sketches a
  
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• Chinese carmakers may be 'destroyed' if foreign investment cap lifted

  19-04-2017 14:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Chinese state-owned auto giants such as SAIC and Dongfeng may see profits evaporate if the government lifts protectionist measures and lets foreign companies operate without a local partner.
  
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• China EV makers to take on Tesla's Model 3 through price, local manufacture

  19-04-2017 14:52
  
  Filed under:Green,Auto Shanghai,TeslaIn China, EV makers chase Elon.Continue reading China EV makers to take on Tesla's Model 3 through price, local manufacture China EV makers to take on Tesla's Model 3 through price, local manufacture originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Apr 2017 08:52:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• SAIC puts U.S. ambitions on hold amid Trump uncertainty

  19-04-2017 14:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  SAIC, China's biggest automaker by sales, has put off its plans to export vehicles to the U.S. due to policy uncertainties with the election of Donald Trump as president.
  
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• SAIC puts U.S. ambitions on hold on Trump uncertainty

  19-04-2017 13:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  SAIC, China's biggest automaker by sales, has put off its plans to export vehicles to the U.S. due to policy uncertainties with the election of Donald Trump as president.
  
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• KAR to buy data provider DRIVIN for $43 million

  19-04-2017 13:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  KAR Auction Services will acquire DRIVIN, which aggregates automotive retail, pricing, registration and economic data to match vehicle inventory to dealer demand.
  
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• 2018 Lexus NX gets design, performance tweaks to keep pace with rivals

  19-04-2017 13:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Lexus' face-lifted NX compact crossover sports a more aerodynamic look and boasts handling tweaks aimed at delivering sharper performance and a smoother ride.
  
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• ZF expanding engineering centre in Shanghai

  19-04-2017 13:18
  
  ZF is expanding its engineering centre in Shanghai.
  
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• Toyota to conduct Mirai FCV demonstration tests in China

  19-04-2017 13:18
  
  Toyota Motor Corporation will send two Mirai fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) to China in October 2017 to conduct demonstration tests in the country.
  
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• JLR engine plant produces first Ingenium petrol engine

  19-04-2017 13:15
  Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover engine factory has produced its first Ingenium petrol motor which will make its debut in vehicles later in the summer.
  
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• Continental invests in expansion of Morganton plant

  19-04-2017 13:10
  
  Continental has announced a US$40m investment to expand its Morganton Plant, which manufactures automotive brake systems.
  
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• China to allow car selling 'without brand authorisation'

  19-04-2017 13:00
  
  In a move designed to shake-up the retail sector, China's Ministry of Commerce has unveiled new automobile sales administrative measures allowing auto trading companies to sell vehicles without gaining authorisation from carmakers in advance, according to the China Daily.
  
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• Adient updates luxury seating concept for autonomous vehicles

  19-04-2017 13:00
  
  Adient has unveiled its updated AI17 concept demonstrator at Auto Shanghai 2017.
  
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• Volvo will build first all electric car in China

  19-04-2017 12:53
  Geely's Volvo Cars will build its first fully electric car in China, the company announced on Wednesday at Auto Shanghai in China.
  
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• Porsche Panamera vs Tesla Model S

  19-04-2017 11:28
  
  Rapid new Porsche Panamera diesel takes on the Tesla Model S electric pioneer in an executive saloon battle 2017-04-19 10:30 The automotive landscape is changing, with diesel power coming in for some heavy criticism recently. However, in big luxury cars there’s no doubt diesel power still makes sense.
  Porsche certainly thinks so, as its new Panamera 4S Diesel delivers as much on-paper performance as you could want from a four-seat luxury four-door. In fact, according to Porsche it’s
  
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