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• Tesla names new HR head amid worker allegations

  24-05-2017 23:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tesla replaced Arnnon Geshuri, vice president of human resources, with Gaby Toledano, a former executive at video game company Electronic Arts, amid employee claims of a harsh work environment at the EV maker's California plant.
  
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• VW introduces hybrid Golf GTI First Decade at Worthersee

  24-05-2017 23:38
  
  Filed under:Green,Volkswagen,Green Automakers,Hatchback,Concept Cars,Hybrid,Specialty410-horsepower gasoline engine meets 16-horsepower electric motor.Continue reading VW introduces hybrid Golf GTI First Decade at Worthersee VW introduces hybrid Golf GTI First Decade at Worthersee originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 17:38:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota hires VW marketing exec Shahani

  24-05-2017 23:37 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Toyota has named Volkswagen of America marketing executive Vinay Shahani its vice president of integrated marketing operations. The move is effective June 5.
  
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• Sphero launches Ultimate Lightning McQueen app-controlled car

  24-05-2017 23:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Toys/Games,Videos,GadgetsHe'll even watch the movies with you.Continue reading Sphero launches Ultimate Lightning McQueen app-controlled car Sphero launches Ultimate Lightning McQueen app-controlled car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 17:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This is why you should consider a certified pre-owned car

  24-05-2017 21:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Toys/Games,Videos,GadgetsSure, you could go out and buy a brand-new car. Or, you could save yourself from the initial depreciation hit by choosing a certified pre-owned vehicle.Continue reading This is why you should consider a certified pre-owned car This is why you should consider a certified pre-owned car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 15:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Ford CEO Hackett's pay package worth up to $13.4 million

  24-05-2017 21:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  New Ford CEO Jim Hackett's base salary rose from $716,000 to $1.8 million. His total compensation for this year is valued at up to $13.4 million.
  
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• British boffins say digital valve actuation could dramatically improve gas engines

  24-05-2017 20:20
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Videos,Fuel Efficiency,Emerging TechnologiesThe video shows how it all works.Continue reading British boffins say digital valve actuation could dramatically improve gas engines British boffins say digital valve actuation could dramatically improve gas engines originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 14:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Egypt Automotive, Shell to launch Ramadan tournament for automotive sector - Daily News Egypt

  24-05-2017 19:47 via dailynewsegypt.com
  
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  Egypt Automotive, Shell to launch Ramadan tournament for automotive sector
  Daily News Egypt
  Egypt Automotive and Shell Oil prepare to launch the first Ramadan football tournament for the Egyptian automobile sector, which will start on 7 Ramadan at the Olympic Stadium in Maadi. For the first time, 16 teams from different car companies will ...
  
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• Growth Opportunities in the Global Automotive Composites Carbon Fiber Market, 2017-2022 -Research and Markets - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  24-05-2017 19:37 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Growth Opportunities in the Global Automotive Composites Carbon Fiber Market, 2017-2022 -Research and Markets
  PR Newswire UK (press release)
  Carbon fiber in the global automotive composites market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 10.4% from 2016 to 2021. Trends, opportunities and forecast in this market to 2021 by application type (exterior, power train system, under body system, chassis ...and more »
  
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• Supreme Court ruling could protect automakers from predatory patent suits

  24-05-2017 19:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Supreme Court ruled that patent lawsuits must be filed on the defendant's turf, a decision expected to protect US automakers from predatory patent litigation.
  
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• BRIEF-Kongsberg Automotive bought 968000 shares in Kongsberg Automotive A... - Reuters

  24-05-2017 19:11 via reuters.com
  BRIEF-Kongsberg Automotive bought 968000 shares in Kongsberg Automotive A...
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  BEIJING, May 24 Germany has made good progress with China on how to introduce quotas aimed at producing more electric vehicles, Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel said on Wednesday, adding that more details needed to be worked out.
  
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• Ford launches new all-makes aftermarket brand in Europe

  24-05-2017 19:05
  
  Ford dealers in Europe can now service or supply parts for all makes of other vehicles following the automaker's launch of a new Omnicraft brand of replacement parts.
  
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• F1's Daniel Ricciardo a Monaco spoiler? 'I run those streets'

  24-05-2017 19:04
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,RacingContinue reading F1's Daniel Ricciardo a Monaco spoiler? 'I run those streets' F1's Daniel Ricciardo a Monaco spoiler? 'I run those streets' originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 13:04:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• FCA stumbles into U.S. regulatory crosshairs again

  24-05-2017 18:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles will now have to defend itself against accusations it's run afoul of environmental, safety and securities laws in the span of just a few years.
  
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• Automotive, Security, and the Future of the Xen Project at The Xen Project Developer and Design Summit - Linux.com (blog)

  24-05-2017 18:42 via linux.com
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  Automotive, Security, and the Future of the Xen Project at The Xen Project Developer and Design Summit
  Linux.com (blog)
  The Xen Developer and Design Summit schedule is now live! This conference combines the formats of the Xen Project Developer Summits with the Xen Project Hackathons. If you are part of the Xen Project's community of developers and power users, come ...
  
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• Worthersee 2017 in pictures - the ultimate VW car meet

  24-05-2017 18:36
  
  Volkswagen fans have taken to the Austrian mountains in their Volkswagens en masse, and we're there to see it 2017-05-25 16:36 About thirty years ago, some fans of the Volkswagen Golf GTI decided to meet up near a lake in Austria called Worthersee - and they liked it so much that they made it an annual event. Now it's the biggest meet-up of Volkswagen Group cars in the world, and we're at the 2017 event to give you a taste of the atmosphere.
  Over 100,000 VW fans arrive to the 'GTI-treffen' ever
  
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• GMC Yukon Denali adds 10-speed transmission, new grille for 2018

  24-05-2017 18:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The GMC Yukon Denali is getting a 10-speed transmission and a new, multidimensional grille for the 2018 model year.
  
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• VW-JAC joint venture approved for Chinese EVs

  24-05-2017 18:25
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Misc. Automakers,Volkswagen,Green Automakers,China,ElectricThe partners can build up to 100,000 all-electric vehicles per year.Continue reading VW-JAC joint venture approved for Chinese EVs VW-JAC joint venture approved for Chinese EVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 12:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Renault names new Africa-Middle-East-India (AMI) region chief

  24-05-2017 18:21
  
  Groupe Renault has name seasoned company executive Fabrice Cambolive senior vice president and chairman of the Africa-Middle-East-India (AMI) region.
  
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• CDK buys Auto/Mate in consolidation of DMS providers

  24-05-2017 18:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Dealer software giant CDK Global has struck a deal to acquire Auto/Mate, a smaller rival in the dealership management system market
  
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• Automotive Info Tech Giant CDK to Acquire Auto/Mate - Ward's Auto

  24-05-2017 18:06 via wardsauto.com
  
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  Automotive Info Tech Giant CDK to Acquire Auto/Mate
  Ward's Auto
  CDK Global says it will acquire fellow information-technology company Auto/Mate Dealership Systems and integrate their respective product offerings. CDK CEO Brian MacDonald calls it a “planned acquisition” and a “natural fit” that will help his company ...
  
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• The art of painting carbon fibre - Q&A with Project 12

  24-05-2017 18:02
  As the application of carbon fibre in car manufacture increases, demand for custom and novel finishes has also soared. UK-based Project 12 develops and supplies finishes and coatings for carbon fibre and composites. just-auto/QUBE spoke to managing director Dave King to learn what automakers are seeking and the direction carbon fibre finishes are taking.
  
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• A Golf by any other name | 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf First Drive

  24-05-2017 18:01
  
  Filed under:Green,Volkswagen,First Drives,Hatchback,ElectricElectricity, delivered in a familiar package.Continue reading A Golf by any other name | 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf First Drive A Golf by any other name | 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Land Rover tours Bermuda

  24-05-2017 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Land Rover takes a trip around Bermuda in the newest commercial to land on our weekly viral video chart.
  
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• Accelerated testing could bring driverless cars to the road sooner

  24-05-2017 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A shortcut in evaluating self-driving cars could allow researchers to bypass millions of testing miles and potentially saving 99.9 percent in time and costs, mobility researchers at the University of Michigan have reported.
  
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• Lotus' new position: Much improved, if Volvo's experience is a guide

  24-05-2017 17:50
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Earnings/Financials,Lotus,Convertible,Coupe,PerformanceGeely Holding will acquire a controlling interest in British sports car maker Lotus Cars.Continue reading Lotus' new position: Much improved, if Volvo's experience is a guide Lotus' new position: Much improved, if Volvo's experience is a guide originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 11:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global Automotive Radiator Market - Expected to Reach an ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  24-05-2017 17:22 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Global Automotive Radiator Market - Expected to Reach an ...
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  The future of the global automotive radiator market looks promising with opportunities in the passenger car, light commercial vehicle, and heavy commercial ...and more »
  
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• Global Automotive Radiator Market - Expected to Reach an Estimated $13.5 Billion by 2022 - Research and Markets - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  24-05-2017 17:22 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Global Automotive Radiator Market - Expected to Reach an Estimated $13.5 Billion by 2022 - Research and Markets
  PR Newswire UK (press release)
  The future of the global automotive radiator market looks promising with opportunities in the passenger car, light commercial vehicle, and heavy commercial vehicle. The global automotive radiator market is expected to reach an estimated $13.5 billion ...and more »
  
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• Bentley Continental 24 is for those who find the Supersports too common

  24-05-2017 17:15
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Motorsports,Bentley,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceIt's meant to celebrate Bentley's return to the 24 Hours Nürburgring.Continue reading Bentley Continental 24 is for those who find the Supersports too common Bentley Continental 24 is for those who find the Supersports too common originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 11:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Borealis to build dedicated automotive compounding plant - EPPM

  24-05-2017 16:56 via eppm.com
  
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  Borealis to build dedicated automotive compounding plant
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  Borealis, a leading provider of innovative solutions in the fields of polyolefins, base chemicals, and fertilisers, has announced it is building a new plant dedicated to automotive PP compounding. Together with Borouge, a joint venture between Borealis ...
  Borealis to build dedicated automotive compounding plant in AmericaBritish Plastics and Rubberall 4 news articles »
  
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• 2017-2021 Growth Opportunities in the Global Automotive Thermoplastic Resin Composites Market - Research and ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  24-05-2017 16:47 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  2017-2021 Growth Opportunities in the Global Automotive Thermoplastic Resin Composites Market - Research and ...
  PR Newswire UK (press release)
  Carbon fiber in the global automotive composites market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 10.4% from 2016 to 2021. The future of global automotive composites carbon fiber market looks promising with opportunities in various applications, including ...and more »
  
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• Alonso interview, part 2: He says F1-Indy crossovers boost racing

  24-05-2017 16:45
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Honda,McLaren,Racing"I think its a win-win situation."Continue reading Alonso interview, part 2: He says F1-Indy crossovers boost racing Alonso interview, part 2: He says F1-Indy crossovers boost racing originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 10:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• F1 champ Fernando Alonso geared up for rookie run at Indy

  24-05-2017 16:35
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Honda,McLaren,Racing"... When you are in your car and close the visor, you would like to have one mile per hour more. It's never enough."Continue reading F1 champ Fernando Alonso geared up for rookie run at Indy F1 champ Fernando Alonso geared up for rookie run at Indy originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 10:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• EU to investigate state aid to JLR Slovakia plant

  24-05-2017 16:33
  European Union state aid regulators have opened an investigation into Slovakia's plan to grant EUR125m to Tata subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) to support a new plant in the country.
  
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• Ford issues two recalls for roughly 3,000 vehicles

  24-05-2017 16:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford issued two recalls for about 3,000 vehicles in North America. The largest involves a call-back of about 2,500 2017 Explorer SUVs, F-150 and Super Duty pickups.
  
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• Daimler acquires slice of large Mercedes dealer group

  24-05-2017 16:19
  
  Daimler has acquired a 15% stake in dealer group LSH Auto International, a subsidiary of Lei Shing Hong, one of the biggest Mercedes-Benz dealers worldwide.
  
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• Used Peugeot 3008 review

  24-05-2017 16:18
  
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  A full used buyer’s guide on the Peugeot 3008 focusing on the 3008 Mk1 (2008-2016)We’re big fans of the new Peugeot 3008, which is no surprise considering it’s the current European Car of the Year. However, we also liked the outgoing model, which may not have the rugged good looks of the new 3008, but it’s still a great all-rounder with its blend of generous equipment, practicality and versatility in one
  
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• Renault buying Intel France embedded software unit

  24-05-2017 16:06
  
  Groupe Renault has announced it signed a final agreement on the acquisition of Intel's French embedded software R&D activity based in Toulouse and Sophia-Antipolis, France.
  
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• Santander checked income on just 8% of subprime auto borrowers for bond issue

  24-05-2017 16:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Santander verified income on just 8 percent of borrowers whose loans it recently bundled into $1 billion of bonds, according to Moody's Investors Service.
  
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• Roskill - Rare Earth Recovery and Automotive Growth - MarketWatch

  24-05-2017 16:02 via marketwatch.com
  
  Roskill - Rare Earth Recovery and Automotive Growth
  MarketWatch
  The positive trend for the rare earths industry has continued into mid-2017 with rising Chinese domestic prices for many rare earth products and increasing output from non-Chinese producers Lynas and India Rare Earths. Roskill's revised automotive ...and more »
  
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• Analysts wary over FCA lawsuit but say emissions not as bad as VW

  24-05-2017 15:59
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Chrysler,Fiat,RAM,EmissionsFix per vehicle could cost as little as $100.Continue reading Analysts wary over FCA lawsuit but say emissions not as bad as VW Analysts wary over FCA lawsuit but say emissions not as bad as VW originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 09:59:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• AGC starts mass production of 3D curved cover glass for car displays

  24-05-2017 15:58
  
  AGC Asahi Glass (AGC) has started mass production of 3D curved cover glass for car mounted displays at its Keihin Plant (Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture), a company first.
  
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• Sumitomo Chemical to expand automotive materials business in China - Plastics News

  24-05-2017 15:52 via plasticsnews.com
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  Sumitomo Chemical to expand automotive materials business in China
  Plastics News
  Sumitomo Chemical is strengthening its automotive materials business in China by building manufacturing capabilities for thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) at its existing facility in Dalian, Liaoning Province. The company is also establishing a new ...and more »
  
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• German prosecutor coordinates with US on Daimler diesel probe

  24-05-2017 15:45
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,GreenContinue reading German prosecutor coordinates with US on Daimler diesel probe German prosecutor coordinates with US on Daimler diesel probe originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 09:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Sunroof Market: Strong Demand for Premium Vehicles in ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  24-05-2017 15:44 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Automotive Sunroof Market: Strong Demand for Premium Vehicles in ...
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  The vendor landscape of the global automotive sunroof market features several big as well as small player, however large public listed companies dominate, ...and more »
  
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• Automotive Sunroof Market: Strong Demand for Premium Vehicles in APAC to Remain Key to Growth, Says TMR - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  24-05-2017 15:44 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Automotive Sunroof Market: Strong Demand for Premium Vehicles in APAC to Remain Key to Growth, Says TMR
  PR Newswire UK (press release)
  The vendor landscape of the global automotive sunroof market features several big as well as small player, however large public listed companies dominate, observes Transparency Market Research (TMR) in a recent report. The report states that the ...and more »
  
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• Global Automotive Seat Market - Expected to Reach an Estimated $78.7 Billion by 2022 - Research and Markets - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  24-05-2017 15:33 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Global Automotive Seat Market - Expected to Reach an Estimated $78.7 Billion by 2022 - Research and Markets
  PR Newswire UK (press release)
  The future of the global automotive seat market looks promising with opportunities in the mid-size and large car segment. The global automotive seat market is expected to reach an estimated $78.7 billion by 2022 and it is forecast to grow at a CAGR of ...and more »
  
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• Global Automotive Seat Market - Expected to Reach an Estimated ... - PR Newswire (press release)

  24-05-2017 15:17 via prnewswire.com
  
  Global Automotive Seat Market - Expected to Reach an Estimated ...
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  The future of the global automotive seat market looks promising with opportunities in the mid-size and large car segment. The global automotive seat market is ...and more »
  
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• F1 to hold moment of silence for Manchester victims

  24-05-2017 15:09
  
  Filed under:MotorsportsF1's managing director was born near Manchester.Continue reading F1 to hold moment of silence for Manchester victims F1 to hold moment of silence for Manchester victims originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 09:09:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 GMC Yukon Denali gets a sculpted new grille

  24-05-2017 15:00
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,GMC,SUV,LuxuryChrome. Lots and lots of chrome.Continue reading 2018 GMC Yukon Denali gets a sculpted new grille 2018 GMC Yukon Denali gets a sculpted new grille originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 May 2017 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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