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• Rumors suggest BMW has killed the mid-size i5 EV

  25-05-2017 23:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Rumormill,BMW,ElectricA new, flexible platform will take the place of the i5.Continue reading Rumors suggest BMW has killed the mid-size i5 EV Rumors suggest BMW has killed the mid-size i5 EV originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 17:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Drive Lightning McQueen | Autoblog Minute

  25-05-2017 22:38
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoUltimate Lightning McQueen is an RC car form Sphero that brings the animated Pixar character to life. The smartphone app controlled toy car features animated eyes, emotive suspension movements, and phrases voiced by Owen Wilson. It currently retails for $300.00.Continue reading Drive Lightning McQueen | Autoblog Minute Drive Lightning McQueen | Autoblog Minute originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 16:38:00 EDT.Please see our terms fo
  
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• Texas legislature overrules Austin, allows Uber and Lyft to return

  25-05-2017 22:30
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,United StatesThe governor is poised to sign the override into law.Continue reading Texas legislature overrules Austin, allows Uber and Lyft to return Texas legislature overrules Austin, allows Uber and Lyft to return originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 16:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Valspar Corporation Expands Production Capacity for ... - PR Newswire (press release)

  25-05-2017 22:18 via prnewswire.com
  
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  MINNEAPOLIS, May 25, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The Valspar Corporation has expanded production capacity of its automotive refinish coatings products at ...and more »
  
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• 2017 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X and Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

  25-05-2017 22:14
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Nissan,Toyota,Car Buying,Truck,Off-RoadTwo tough body-on-frame, offroad-capable trucks.Continue reading 2017 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X and Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro 2017 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X and Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 16:14:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford reorg: New head of product once held the Mustang's reins

  25-05-2017 21:59
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Earnings/Financials,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Plants/Manufacturing,FordAnother true car enthusiast is the new head of product development.Continue reading Ford reorg: New head of product once held the Mustang's reins Ford reorg: New head of product once held the Mustang's reins originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 15:59:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Spy photos reveal more Mercedes-Benz G-Class updates

  25-05-2017 21:30
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Mercedes-Benz,SUV,Luxury,Off-RoadSubtle visual differences are a big deal in an ancient design.Continue reading Spy photos reveal more Mercedes-Benz G-Class updates Spy photos reveal more Mercedes-Benz G-Class updates originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 15:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• ‘Yee haw’ in Italian - Alfa Romeo Giulia is the Car of Texas

  25-05-2017 21:08
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Ownership,Alfa Romeo,Sedan,Luxury,Performance,Auto News RecapsYou can't underestimate the visceral pull of the new Giulia Quadrifoglio's 505 horsepower wrapped in the Alfa's sweet, seductive sheetmetal.Continue reading ‘Yee haw’ in Italian - Alfa Romeo Giulia is the Car of Texas ‘Yee haw’ in Italian - Alfa Romeo Giulia is the Car of Texas originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 15:08:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink 
  
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• The diesel premium in our Jaguar XE quickly pays for itself

  25-05-2017 21:01
  
  Filed under:Jaguar,Long-Term Garage,Sedan,Diesel,LuxuryThe alternative is a gasoline engine that requires premium fuel.Continue reading The diesel premium in our Jaguar XE quickly pays for itself The diesel premium in our Jaguar XE quickly pays for itself originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 15:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Off-lease vehicles could send U.S. sales tumbling, analyst warns

  25-05-2017 21:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  An incoming "tsunami" of off-lease vehicles could send annual U.S. new-vehicle sales tumbling as low as 13 million by 2021, according to one Wall Street analyst.
  
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• Ex-Toyota exec Julie Hamp working as adviser to PR firm

  25-05-2017 20:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Julie Hamp, who left Toyota following an arrest for suspicion of violating Japan's drug laws, is working for global public relations firm Finsbury.
  
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• BMW eyes global luxury crown again with 8-series concept

  25-05-2017 20:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  BMW unveiled a concept of its revived 8 series that will become a new flagship coupe and try to help it supplant German rival Mercedes-Benz for leadership in luxury vehicle sales worldwide.
  
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• GM is the latest automaker accused of diesel emissions cheating

  25-05-2017 20:20
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Chevrolet,GM,GMC,Emissions,Truck,DieselThe lawsuit targets more than 705,000 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks with Duramax engines from 2011 to 2016 model years.Continue reading GM is the latest automaker accused of diesel emissions cheating GM is the latest automaker accused of diesel emissions cheating originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 14:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | 
  
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• Chevrolet SS production officially ends in Australia

  25-05-2017 20:01
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Chevrolet,SedanThe car was never meant to be a massive sales success.Continue reading Chevrolet SS production officially ends in Australia Chevrolet SS production officially ends in Australia originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 14:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW 8 Series concept previews next great luxury coupe

  25-05-2017 19:20
  
  Filed under:BMW,LuxurySources say the concept runs a V12.Continue reading BMW 8 Series concept previews next great luxury coupe BMW 8 Series concept previews next great luxury coupe originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 13:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• May U.S. auto sales projected to rise -- slightly

  25-05-2017 18:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  U.S. new-vehicle sales are expected to rise very slightly in May from a year ago, narrowly snapping the industry's streak of four consecutive monthly declines.
  
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• XE SV Project 8 to be the fastest Jaguar yet

  25-05-2017 18:48
  Jaguar has announced the XE SV Project 8. Powered by a 441kW (600PS) version of JLR's supercharged 5.0-litre V8, this will be the fastest road legal Jaguar yet.
  
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• New Jaguar XE SV Project 8 is bringing 592bhp to Goodwood 2017

  25-05-2017 18:48
  
  Jaguar's storming XE SV Project 8 is a signal of intent from the British brand and the world's top performance saloons should take note 2017-05-26 (All day) This is the Jaguar XE SV Project 8, the most powerful roadgoing Jaguar ever and the latest limited edition from the company’s Special Operations division.
  Previewed in camouflaged form by Jaguar ahead of a public debut at the 2017 Goodwood Festival of Speed at the end of June, the Project 8 follows the F-Type-based Project 7. It will
  
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• President Trump's new limo spotted testing at high speed

  25-05-2017 18:45
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Cadillac,Sedan,Luxury,Police/Emergency,SpecialtyThe Beast 2.0 is a Cadillac in name only.Continue reading President Trump's new limo spotted testing at high speed President Trump's new limo spotted testing at high speed originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 12:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM accused in lawsuit of using VW-like defeat devices

  25-05-2017 18:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  GM was accused of putting defeat devices in its trucks to beat emissions tests, the sixth carmaker linked to diesel cheating since 2015, when VW admitted to installing software to bypass pollution rules.
  
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• Predictable is good | 2017 Kia Sorento Quick Spin

  25-05-2017 18:01
  
  Filed under:Kia,Quick Spins,CrossoverThere's plenty of room in this thing, too.Continue reading Predictable is good | 2017 Kia Sorento Quick Spin Predictable is good | 2017 Kia Sorento Quick Spin originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Steven Armstrong to lead Ford Europe in raft of senior moves

  25-05-2017 17:41
  Ford has unveiled Steven Armstrong as head of its Europe operations following the appointment of Jim Hackett as president and CEO.
  
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• Tesla names new head of HR amid working-conditions controversy

  25-05-2017 17:10
  
  Filed under:Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,UAW/Unions,TeslaGaby Toledano comes to Tesla from Electronics Arts.Continue reading Tesla names new head of HR amid working-conditions controversy Tesla names new head of HR amid working-conditions controversy originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 11:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chevy extends marketing deal with Detroit Red Wings at new arena

  25-05-2017 17:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Chevrolet extended its sponsorship contract with the NHL's Detroit Red Wings, becoming the official vehicle of Detroit's new Little Caesars Arena.
  
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• Automotive OEMs 'prefer a hybrid approach to power C-ITS' - ITS International

  25-05-2017 16:50 via itsinternational.com
  Automotive OEMs 'prefer a hybrid approach to power C-ITS'
  ITS International
  The growing demand for road safety and efficient mobility is driving the adoption of cooperative intelligent transportation solutions (C-ITS) and a key enabler of C-ITS is Vehicle-to-X (V2X) communication, says Frost & Sullivan. It supports the ...
  
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• Leaked Tesla product sheet reveals Model 3's performance, range

  25-05-2017 16:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Green Automakers,Sedan,Electric,FutureThe chart lists key specs for Model 3, and points out that it's not as good as the Model S.Continue reading Leaked Tesla product sheet reveals Model 3's performance, range Leaked Tesla product sheet reveals Model 3's performance, range originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 10:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 IndyCar shows off its striking aerodynamics

  25-05-2017 16:10
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Chevrolet,HondaThese things look good.Continue reading 2018 IndyCar shows off its striking aerodynamics 2018 IndyCar shows off its striking aerodynamics originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 10:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global Automotive Thermoset Resin Composites Market Growth ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  25-05-2017 16:08 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Global Automotive Thermoset Resin Composites Market Growth ...
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  DUBLIN, May 25, 2017 /PR Newswire UK/ -- Global Automotive Thermoset Resin Composites Market Growth Opportunities 2016-2021 - Research and Markets.and more »
  
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• Global Automotive Thermoset Resin Composites Market Growth Opportunities 2016-2021 - Research and Markets - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  25-05-2017 16:08 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Global Automotive Thermoset Resin Composites Market Growth Opportunities 2016-2021 - Research and Markets
  PR Newswire UK (press release)
  Thermoset resin in the global automotive composites market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.6% from 2016 to 2021. The future of automotive thermoset resin composites market looks good with opportunities in interior, exterior and others components.and more »
  
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• Images of BMW 8-series concept leak ahead of official reveal

  25-05-2017 15:57
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,BMW,Coupe,Concept CarsContinue reading Images of BMW 8-series concept leak ahead of official reveal Images of BMW 8-series concept leak ahead of official reveal originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 09:57:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Upturn in the downturn: Auto sales predicted to edge up in May

  25-05-2017 15:35
  
  Filed under:Earnings/FinancialsJ.D. Power and LMC Automotive said consumer discounts averaged $3,583 per vehicle.Continue reading Upturn in the downturn: Auto sales predicted to edge up in May Upturn in the downturn: Auto sales predicted to edge up in May originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 09:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• What Ford's new, old CEOs could be paid, as other job changes are announced

  25-05-2017 15:15
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,FordFord said Wednesday that new CEO Jim Hackett is eligible for at least $13.4 million in total annual compensation.​​​His prececessor, Mark Fields, meanwhile, who was ousted by the board over the company's 37 percent stock slide, could walk away with about $57.5 million in compensation, Bloomberg reports. The bulk of Fields' consolation prize is in unvested stock awards worth $29.4 million, as of Wednesday's close, that
  
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• VW T-Roc R could be first in a new hot SUV range

  25-05-2017 15:15
  
  T-Roc R under consideration as VW looks to expand its R portfolio focusing on SUV models 2017-05-25 15:10 Volkswagen boss Herbert Diess has revealed that Volkswagen is working on a range of hot SUVs that will wear the R badge as the German brand looks to expand its high-performance R product lineup. A VW T-Roc R would be likely to arrive first.
  Speaking at the annual ‘GTI Treffen’ VW meet at Lake Worthersee in Austria, Diess told Auto Express that while the GTI brand will be reserve
  
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• Hot VW T-Roc R could be first in a new hot SUV range

  25-05-2017 15:15
  
  T-Roc R under consideration as VW looks to expand its R portfolio focusing on SUV models 2017-05-25 15:10 Volkswagen boss Herbert Diess has revealed that Volkswagen is working on a range of hot SUVs that will wear the R badge as the German brand looks to expand its high-performance R product lineup. A VW T-Roc R would be likely to arrive first.
  Speaking at the annual ‘GTI Treffen’ VW meet at Lake Worthersee in Austria, Diess told Auto Express that while the GTI brand will be reserve
  
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• Faraday Future aims to raise $1 billion in new funds as chief backer struggles

  25-05-2017 15:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Faraday Future plans to raise $1 billion in new funding as it seeks to protect itself from the financial woes of its main backer, China's LeEco.
  
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• Lack of new vehicle launches has Ford playing catchup with GM

  25-05-2017 14:30
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Earnings/Financials,Plants/Manufacturing,Ford,GM,Emerging Technologies,TechnologyThe U.S. No. 2 automaker is stuck in a product drought that shows no signs of easing until 2019, ​​​​​.Continue reading Lack of new vehicle launches has Ford playing catchup with GM Lack of new vehicle launches has Ford playing catchup with GM originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 May 2017 08:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |
  
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• Tesla split pits tech analysts vs. car analysts

  25-05-2017 14:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Wall Street split on Tesla boils down to analysts who see the next Apple and those who perceive a lot more similarity with Studebaker.
  
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• Prosecutors investigate Bosch employees in Daimler probe, report says

  25-05-2017 13:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  German prosecutors who searched Daimler's offices this week as part of a probe into diesel pollution are also investigating employees at Bosch, a report said.
  
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• Here's why automotive workers could lose their jobs - London Loves Business

  25-05-2017 13:18 via londonlovesbusiness.com
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  Here's why automotive workers could lose their jobs
  London Loves Business
  Online car sales are set to cost 27,000 automotive sales jobs by 2027, as new research from online review community Trustpilot and the Centre for Economics and Business (Cebr) reveals motorists looking for a new car will become increasingly likely to ...
  
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• Automotive RADAR Market 2017 - Global Forecast to 2021 With Robert Bosch, HELLA, Continental, Denso, Delphi ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  25-05-2017 13:03 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Automotive RADAR Market 2017 - Global Forecast to 2021 With Robert Bosch, HELLA, Continental, Denso, Delphi ...
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  Rising concerns pertaining to vehicle, driver, passenger, and pedestrian safety along with increased involvement of players across the ecosystem have fueled the growth of the automotive RADAR market globally. The growing trend of autonomous vehicles is ...
  
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• VW targets further reduction in environmental impact of production

  25-05-2017 12:35
  
  The Volkswagen brand has set itself new, ambitious targets for reducing the environmental impact of production. By 2025, vehicles and components are to be produced in a way which is 45% more environmentally compatible than in 2010, the reference year for the current Think Blue, Factory environmental programme.
  
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• Mahle completes Nagares acquisition

  25-05-2017 12:32
  
  Mahle has completed its takeover of electronics specialist, Nagares announced in March and, following approval by the antitrust authorities, the Spanish company will now be integrated into the group.
  
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• Mahindra Electric unveils its next generation EV technology solutions

  25-05-2017 12:31
  
  Mahindra Electric has unveiled a technology and product roadmap, leading to the next generation of Electric Vehicles, which the company internally refers to as EV 2.0.
  
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• Honda Canada sells 2m Civics since 1973

  25-05-2017 12:30
  
  Honda Canada says it has now sold two million Civics in the country since the nameplate's introduction in 1973.
  
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• Visedo and Sisu team on hybrid truck power system

  25-05-2017 11:46
  
  Finnish companies Visedo and Sisu Auto have teamed to develop a hybrid electric parallel power system for the heavy truck market capable of delivering 850kW (1140hp) and more than 5000Nm torque.
  
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• OmniVision unveils new camera image sensors

  25-05-2017 11:46
  
  OmniVision Technologies has introduced two new image sensors, the OX1A10 and OX2A10, designed for side- and rear-view camera monitoring systems (CMS), respectively.
  
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• Aston Martin sees DB11 boost to Q1 results

  25-05-2017 11:30
  Luxury sports car maker has reported a surge to sales and profit as its new DB11 lifts unit volumes.
  
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• UK car manufacturing numbers plummet by nearly a fifth in April

  25-05-2017 11:11
  
  Latest car building figures show a 18.2% fall in output, with the SMMT partially blaming the Easter holidays for the drop in production 2017-05-25 10:10 UK’s car production plummeted by nearly a fifth in April, with the slump partially blamed on the Easter holidays.
  According to the latest figures by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, the late Easter bank holiday in April affected production. Output fell by 18.2 per cent this April, compared to the same time last year. April
  
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• Mahindra invests in EV growth in India

  25-05-2017 09:56
  India's Mahindra & Mahindra has announced plans to double electric vehicle production capacity this year, as it prepares for growing demand in its home market.
  
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• BMW Group top auto company for German IT workers

  25-05-2017 09:52
  
  BMW says that it has ranked highly in a German survey of IT professionals.
  
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