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• Average fuel economy for vehicles sold in April edges up

  04-05-2017 23:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The average fuel economy of new light vehicles sold in the U.S. in April rose to 25.3 mpg, up 0.1 mpg from March's level.
  
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• Ford plans move for 600 employees to new office development

  04-05-2017 23:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford plans to move about 600 data insights and analytics employees next year to a $60 million project near its headquarters that is part of the automaker's decade-long campus transformation.
  
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• Officer's bodycam records rescue of autistic boy who fell into pond

  04-05-2017 23:05
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos"I got a kid who fell into the pond! I got him!"Continue reading Officer's bodycam records rescue of autistic boy who fell into pond Officer's bodycam records rescue of autistic boy who fell into pond originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 17:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive display suppliers have bright future, says IHS Markit

  04-05-2017 23:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  IHS Markit predicts suppliers' 2017 combined global revenue from the primary automotive display systems market will jump 17 percent -- and continue to grow in the coming years.
  
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• UPS will deploy first extended-range fuel-cell truck by September

  04-05-2017 22:50
  
  Filed under:Green,United States,Truck,Electric,HydrogenUPS will start testing an electric truck with a hydrogen fuel-cell range-extender in Sacramento by the end of September.Continue reading UPS will deploy first extended-range fuel-cell truck by September UPS will deploy first extended-range fuel-cell truck by September originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 16:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive display suppliers have bright future, says IHS Markit - Automotive News (subscription) (blog)

  04-05-2017 22:24 via autonews.com
  
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  Automotive display suppliers have bright future, says IHS Markit
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  IHS Markit predicts automotive suppliers' 2017 combined global revenue from the primary automotive display systems market will jump 17 percent to reach a combined $11.6 billion -- and continue to grow in the coming years. An IHS Markit report released ...
  
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• Green grows the EV and hybrid sales in April

  04-05-2017 21:25
  
  Filed under:By the Numbers,Green,United States,Electric,HybridUS automakers General Motors and Ford lead gains as Americans buy more hybrids and plug-ins.Continue reading Green grows the EV and hybrid sales in April Green grows the EV and hybrid sales in April originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 15:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Green grow the EV and hybrid sales in April

  04-05-2017 21:25
  
  Filed under:By the Numbers,Green,United States,Electric,HybridUS automakers General Motors and Ford lead gains as Americans buy more hybrids and plug-ins.Continue reading Green grow the EV and hybrid sales in April Green grow the EV and hybrid sales in April originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 15:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• April: The cruise-control edition

  04-05-2017 21:25
  
  Filed under:By the Numbers,Green,United States,Electric,HybridUS automakers General Motors and Ford lead gains as Americans buy more hybrids and plug-ins.Continue reading April: The cruise-control edition April: The cruise-control edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 15:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Force is strong with these cars that remind us of Star Wars

  04-05-2017 20:30
  
  Filed under:By the Numbers,Green,United States,Electric,HybridFive cars, design cues, and features that remind us of things from the Star Wars world.Continue reading The Force is strong with these cars that remind us of Star Wars The Force is strong with these cars that remind us of Star Wars originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Photo shows toddler's delight about being rescued by firefighters

  04-05-2017 20:13
  
  Filed under:Etc.His mom calls him a "cheeky monkey."Continue reading Photo shows toddler's delight about being rescued by firefighters Photo shows toddler's delight about being rescued by firefighters originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 14:13:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota opens $154 million randd center expansion in Mich.

  04-05-2017 20:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Toyota opened its expanded North American randd center in Michigan, completing a $154 million project started in 2014. The randd center expansion is part of a reorganization of Toyota's North American corporate footprint.
  
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• How Rear-Wheel Drive Became The Automotive Standard - Forbes

  04-05-2017 19:37 via forbes.com
  
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  Why did rear wheel drive become standard on cars? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Louis Vaught, Mechanic, on Quora: Why did rear ...
  
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• Check out the 2019 Chevy Silverado's angled headlights and updated interior

  04-05-2017 19:35
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Chevrolet,TruckChevy has big updates in store for its flagship truck.Continue reading Check out the 2019 Chevy Silverado's angled headlights and updated interior Check out the 2019 Chevy Silverado's angled headlights and updated interior originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 13:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automakers betting on Trump infrastructure boost, Toyota executive says

  04-05-2017 19:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Automakers could be betting on a potential boost in demand from a new federal infrastructure program to boost sagging sales and clear inventories of cars and trucks, a top Toyota executive said.
  
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• The car sharing economy

  04-05-2017 19:02
  Barely six months have passed since our last review of car sharing yet there have been a plethora of developments since then. This week alone saw GM expand its Maven car sharing platform to accelerate the 'gig' (freelance) economy. Continuing QUBE/just-auto's series of research snapshots, this one takes another look at this blossoming market. Car sharing schemes allow us to rent cars for a short period on an ad hoc basis.
  
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• A green guy's take on a normal car: The 2017 BMW M240i

  04-05-2017 18:55
  
  Filed under:Green,BMW,Green Driving,Quick Spins,CoupeFeel guilty about the gas you burned on your spirited Sunday drive? Atone with Eco Pro mode.Continue reading A green guy's take on a normal car: The 2017 BMW M240i A green guy's take on a normal car: The 2017 BMW M240i originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 12:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• ANALYSIS - current and future Mercedes-Benz cars

  04-05-2017 18:49
  Mercedes-Benz Cars remains locked in battle with BMW and Audi for the title of the world's number one premium passenger vehicle brand. The Daimler division has launched multiple additional vehicles in recent times and more are planned. Existing plants are being expanded and new ones are on the way in Mexico and Russia.
  
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• Automotive Fasteners Market 2022 Industry Overview and Competitive Analysis now Available at ReportsnReports.com - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  04-05-2017 18:16 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
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  Automotive Fasteners Market report 2017 focuses on global major leading industry players providing information such as company profiles, product picture and specification, capacity, production, price, cost, revenue and contact information. Browse 183 ...
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• Security and Counter Terror Expo: Automotive security is "like shooting fish in a barrel" - SC Magazine UK

  04-05-2017 17:58 via scmagazineuk.com
  
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  Security and Counter Terror Expo: Automotive security is "like shooting fish in a barrel"
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  Cars are soft targets for hackers. With the right resources and skills it is relatively straightforward to exploit vehicles' vulnerabilities. Cars are built by engineers, not cyber security specialists. “It's very much like shooting fish in a barrel at ...and more »
  
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• Nissan develops mobile phone shield for safe driving

  04-05-2017 17:38
  Nissan GB has unveiled its Signal Shield prototype compartment within the arm rest of a Nissan Juke, lined with a Faraday cage to cut down driver distractions with mobile phones.
  
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• Musk employs 'anti-selling' marketing plan for Model 3

  04-05-2017 17:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  An unlikely naysayer has emerged as Tesla prepares to market the all-important Model 3 sedan to consumers: Elon Musk himself.
  
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• Ford Fiesta ST 5-door review

  04-05-2017 17:19
  
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  A new Fiesta ST is on the way but that hasn't stopped the current model gaining an extra pair of doors to help with the run-out...The Ford Fiesta ST has been one of our favourite hot hatches ever since it first arrived in 2013. But an all-new model has now been revealed, boasting 197bhp from a three-cylinder turbocharged engine. It’ll go on sale in 2018.
  Despite this, a five-door version of the current feisty Fiesta has just been a
  
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• Hear the next Shelby Mustang for the first time

  04-05-2017 17:15
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Videos,Ford,Coupe,PerformanceIt may be the next GT500 or GT350.Continue reading Hear the next Shelby Mustang for the first time Hear the next Shelby Mustang for the first time originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 11:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Karma airs first TV commercial for Revero plug-in hybrid

  04-05-2017 17:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Karma Automotive aired its first TV commercial on Sunday, ahead of the start of deliveries of the Chinese-owned automaker's $130,000 Revero car this month.
  
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• New Jaguar F-Pace 25t 2.0-litre turbo petrol review

  04-05-2017 16:52
  
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  Image 1 of 15 4 May, 2017 5:45pmRichard Ingram
  A new entry level 4-cylinder turbo petrol engine adds more variety to the impressive Jaguar F-Pace range. We try it here...Last year, we awarded the excellent Jaguar F-Pace our coveted Car of the Year trophy. Since then, it’s seen off a glut of talented rivals including the Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Mercedes GLC, and remains our favourite premium SUV.
  From launch, buyers have been given a choice of 2.0 and 3.0-litre diesels, as well a
  
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• MG shows its XS compact SUV in London

  04-05-2017 16:36
  SAIC brand MG's UK distribution unit has showed its compact SUV - the MG XS - at the London Motor Show earlier today.
  
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• MG shows it XS compact SUV in London

  04-05-2017 16:36
  SAIC brand MG's UK distribution unit has showed its compact SUV - the MG XS - at the London Motor Show earlier today.
  
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• Relive 60 years of supercars at the City Concours car show

  04-05-2017 16:20
  
  The new London City Concours car show will welcome visitors for first time in June. Here are the automotive A-listers on display 2017-05-04 15:10 City Concours - a new car show held at the Honourable Artillery Company headquarters in London - will chart six decades of supercar evolution by displaying a variety of “iconic, extreme and beautiful” cars when it opens its doors next month.
  Running on the 8th and 9th of June, City Concours 2017 will be headlined by the 1950s Mercedes 300S
  
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• Nissan armrest puts your smartphone in a cone of silence

  04-05-2017 16:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Nissan,Driving,Safety19th-century technology in a Nissan Juke.Continue reading Nissan armrest puts your smartphone in a cone of silence Nissan armrest puts your smartphone in a cone of silence originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Darth Vader inspired the 2018 Mustang, Ford designer says

  04-05-2017 15:45
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Ford,Convertible,Coupe,PerformanceThe 2018 Mustang has a Sith secret.Continue reading Darth Vader inspired the 2018 Mustang, Ford designer says Darth Vader inspired the 2018 Mustang, Ford designer says originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 09:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Delphi Automotive Reaches Analyst Target Price - Nasdaq

  04-05-2017 15:14 via nasdaq.com
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  In recent trading, shares of Delphi Automotive plc (Symbol: DLPH) have crossed above the average analyst 12-month target price of $86.46, changing hands for $87.01/share. When a stock reaches the target an analyst has set, the analyst logically has two ...
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• Faurecia, ZF team to develop self-driving 'cockpit of the future'

  04-05-2017 15:02
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Europe,Emerging Technologies,Technology,AutonomousAs systems interconnect, so do companies.Continue reading Faurecia, ZF team to develop self-driving 'cockpit of the future' Faurecia, ZF team to develop self-driving 'cockpit of the future' originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 09:02:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo fights to maintain its comeback momentum

  04-05-2017 15:01
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,VolkswagenAn $11-billion gamble paid off – for awhile.Continue reading Volvo fights to maintain its comeback momentum Volvo fights to maintain its comeback momentum originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 09:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The car tyres of the future

  04-05-2017 14:48
  
  We travel to Goodyear HQ in Luxembourg to see the radical rubber innovations on the way for the cars of tomorrow 2017-05-04 13:50 A beat-up old diesel hatchback and a gleaming, showroom-fresh hybrid supercar. These two vehicles are worlds apart in performance, quality and price, yet they have one thing in common: tyres.
  These four rubber rings represent your only, palm-sized contact with the surface upon which you’re driving, and no matter how good your car, if your tyres aren’t up
  
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• The best cheap family cars

  04-05-2017 14:18
  
  Family cars are usually bought with a tight family budget. Here are ten of the best cheap family cars to save you money 2017-05-07 09:00 Cheap family cars can be a great way to save money, especially if they’ve been well maintained and used sparingly over the course of their lives. Opt for a reliable second hand model with good fuel economy, and you’ll likely save hundreds, if not thousands, in running costs compared to a factory fresh car with similar performance. The lower purchas
  
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• Tesla worried that new Model 3 already hurting Model S sales

  04-05-2017 14:15
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Tesla,Technology,Sedan,ElectricThe appeal of a Tesla at half the price.Continue reading Tesla worried that new Model 3 already hurting Model S sales Tesla worried that new Model 3 already hurting Model S sales originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 08:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Fernando Alonso gets quickly up to speed at the Brickyard

  04-05-2017 13:41
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,RacingAlonso drove 222 mph in his IndyCar rookie test.Continue reading Fernando Alonso gets quickly up to speed at the Brickyard Fernando Alonso gets quickly up to speed at the Brickyard originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 07:41:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla assures Model 3 on time as Musk's cash burn continues

  04-05-2017 13:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla assured investors its Model 3 sedan is on track to begin production, mitigating concerns that the carmaker is burning through more cash to bring the vehicle to market.
  
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• Judge: 'No smoking gun' Uber conspired in Waymo secrets theft

  04-05-2017 13:30
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Emerging Technologies,Technology,AutonomousThough the judge said it was clear documents were stolen.Continue reading Judge: 'No smoking gun' Uber conspired in Waymo secrets theft Judge: 'No smoking gun' Uber conspired in Waymo secrets theft originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 07:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mexico, Canada seek U.S. soft spots to bolster NAFTA defense

  04-05-2017 13:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Mexico and Canada, with their massive auto industry interests, are bolstering their defenses of the NAFTA pact that President Donald Trump vows to rewrite.
  
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• 3 killed, 10 hurt in crash at Massachusetts car auction

  04-05-2017 13:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,AuctionsDriver may have confused accelerator and brake pedals.Continue reading 3 killed, 10 hurt in crash at Massachusetts car auction 3 killed, 10 hurt in crash at Massachusetts car auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 04 May 2017 07:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Porsche profit margin reaches 17.6 per cent in Q1

  04-05-2017 12:59
  Porsche AG has reported its financials for the first quarter of CY2017. Amongst the highlights is a 17.6 per cent profit margin, up from 16.7 per cent.
  
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• LS Group in talks with KKR over auto unit

  04-05-2017 12:59
  
  South Korea-based conglomerate LS Group is reportedly in negotiations with US investment firm KKR over the sale of LS Automotive, the group's automotive electric parts-making unit, according to a report in the Korea Herald.
  
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• China lauds Slovakia manufacturing as Yanfeng centre opens

  04-05-2017 12:59
  China is hailing the emergence of Slovakia as one of Eastern Europe's manufacturing powerhouses following the formal opening of Yanfeng Automotive Interiors' (YFAI) testing laboratory in Trencín.
  
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• Toyo Tyre relocates its headquarters to Osaka

  04-05-2017 12:27
  
  Toyo Tyre and Rubber is to relocate its headquarters to Itami, Hyogo from Nishi-ku, Osaka later this month.
  
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• BMW Group Q1 sales rise 5.3%

  04-05-2017 12:13
  
  The BMW Group says it has begun the financial year 2017 with a solid first quarter and made 'excellent progress in terms of implementing Strategy Number One > Next'. First-quarter deliveries of BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brand vehicles rose by 5.3% to 587,237 units (2016: 557,605 units).
  
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• Axalta opens next-gen coatings development centre at Michigan site

  04-05-2017 12:13
  
  Axalta Coating Systems has opened its Americas Technology Centre (ATC) at its Mount Clemens, Michigan manufacturing and research complex.
  
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• UK car market down by a fifth in April

  04-05-2017 11:59
  The UK new car registered a decline of 19.8% year-on-year in the month of April as the market slumped following a record March that was boosted by a pull-forward effect to demand as new VED (annual road tax) rates came into force in April. A negative 'payback' affect to sales in April was widely expected.
  
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• Marshall is best UK automotive employer in 2017 Great Place to Work awards - AM-online

  04-05-2017 11:35 via am-online.com
  
  Marshall is best UK automotive employer in 2017 Great Place to Work awards
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  Marshall Motor Holdings has been named the top UK automotive company in the latest Great Place to Work survey. It came 22nd in the large category (500-plus employees) in the annual Best Workplaces ranking announced last night. It is also the only ...and more »
  
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