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• Volvos Automatic Emergency Braking System | Autoblog Minute

  15-06-2017 23:55
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoThis video shows off Volvo Trucks' automatic emergency braking system. The system alerts the driver of a collision risk and brakes automatically if necessary. The system can cut a truck's speed from 49 - 0 mph in about 131 feet.Continue reading Volvos Automatic Emergency Braking System | Autoblog Minute Volvos Automatic Emergency Braking System | Autoblog Minute originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 17:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms
  
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• You can buy Jerry Seinfeld's 911 GT3 RS but it won't make you funny

  15-06-2017 23:16
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Porsche,Auctions,Coupe,PerformanceIt's perfect for getting coffee.Continue reading You can buy Jerry Seinfeld's 911 GT3 RS but it won't make you funny You can buy Jerry Seinfeld's 911 GT3 RS but it won't make you funny originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 17:16:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Second-generation Subaru Crosstrek will start at $22,170

  15-06-2017 23:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Subaru's second-generation Crosstrek, expected at dealerships later this summer, will be priced closely to the outgoing model. The 2018 Crosstrek 2.0i will start at $22,170.
  
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• Ford F-150, Expedition gain power, lose weight

  15-06-2017 22:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford has increased the power and cut the weight on two key nameplates -- the F-150 pickup and Expedition SUV -- thanks, in part, to more efficient transmissions and lighter aluminum bodies.
  
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• Engineer creates world's friendliest car horn

  15-06-2017 22:10
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Weird Car News,SafetyThree sounds appropriate for various situations.Continue reading Engineer creates world's friendliest car horn Engineer creates world's friendliest car horn originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 16:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Takata plans to file for bankruptcy as early as next week, report says

  15-06-2017 22:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Airbag maker Takata is preparing to file for bankruptcy as early as next week as it works toward a preliminary deal for financial backing from Key Safety Systems, Reuters reported.
  
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• Watch granddad rock out to Metallica behind the wheel

  15-06-2017 21:25
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car NewsRide the lightning, granddad.Continue reading Watch granddad rock out to Metallica behind the wheel Watch granddad rock out to Metallica behind the wheel originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 15:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Renault-Nissan has no plan for extra bonus scheme, Ghosn says

  15-06-2017 21:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Renault-Nissan has no current plans to introduce an additional bonus scheme for executives at the alliance, Chairman Carlos Ghosn said.
  
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• Renault creates nail polish that doubles as touch-up paint

  15-06-2017 21:11
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Etc.,Weird Car News,Renault,Hatchback,BudgetThey match four Renault Twingo colors.Continue reading Renault creates nail polish that doubles as touch-up paint Renault creates nail polish that doubles as touch-up paint originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 15:11:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Air bag maker Takata reportedly days away from filing bankruptcy

  15-06-2017 21:05
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,SafetyIt faces billions in liabilities.Continue reading Air bag maker Takata reportedly days away from filing bankruptcy Air bag maker Takata reportedly days away from filing bankruptcy originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 15:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ohio drunk drivers ordered to install Uber or Lyft

  15-06-2017 20:45
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/LegalIt isn't replacing jail time or fines, but its an interesting idea.Continue reading Ohio drunk drivers ordered to install Uber or Lyft Ohio drunk drivers ordered to install Uber or Lyft originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 14:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• We take a quick spin in Gran Turismo Sport at E3

  15-06-2017 20:01
  
  Filed under:Marketing/Advertising,MotorsportsDevelopment is in the final stages.Continue reading We take a quick spin in Gran Turismo Sport at E3 We take a quick spin in Gran Turismo Sport at E3 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 14:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Panoz working on an electric endurance race car, the GT-EV

  15-06-2017 19:35
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,Green Automakers,Coupe,Electric,Performance,RacingIt may spawn a street-legal version.Continue reading Panoz working on an electric endurance race car, the GT-EV Panoz working on an electric endurance race car, the GT-EV originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 13:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• In Panoz GT-EV endurance car, the battery will ride shotgun

  15-06-2017 19:35
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,Green Automakers,Coupe,Electric,Performance,RacingIt may spawn a street-legal version.Continue reading In Panoz GT-EV endurance car, the battery will ride shotgun In Panoz GT-EV endurance car, the battery will ride shotgun originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 13:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lincoln MKC crossover adopts the Continental's grille

  15-06-2017 19:25
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Spy Photos,Lexus,Lincoln,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryNot much else will change, though.Continue reading Lincoln MKC crossover adopts the Continental's grille Lincoln MKC crossover adopts the Continental's grille originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 13:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lightweight monotube dampers - Q&A with BWI Group

  15-06-2017 19:18
  As OEMs pursue lighter vehicles to help comply with CO2 emissions legislation, ever more pressure is being placed on Tier 1 suppliers to provide lighter components. Continuing just-auto/QUBE's series of interviews, we spoke to Marcin Knapczyk, engineering manager at global braking and chassis systems specialist, BWI Group, about how far lightweighting has come and where it is set to go.
  
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• Sell your own: 2003 Lexus SC 430

  15-06-2017 19:16
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Lexus,Car Buying,Used Car Buying,Convertible,LuxurySome seven years after production of the SC 430 ended, a coupe/convertible prospect has the benefit of both hindsight and nostalgia.Continue reading Sell your own: 2003 Lexus SC 430 Sell your own: 2003 Lexus SC 430 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 13:16:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The origins of the Jeep Wave | The Exposition

  15-06-2017 18:30
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Videos,Jeep,Automotive History,SUV,Classics,Off-RoadJeep culture is a tight-knit community of passionate enthusiasts with plenty of interesting stories and traditions, like the Jeep Wave. But how did the Jeep Wave start? Episode 2 of The Exposition takes a look at some of the theories behind the origin of this unique driving ritual.Continue reading The origins of the Jeep Wave | The Exposition The origins of the Jeep Wave | The Exposition originally appeared on Autoblog on
  
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• BorgWarner supplies EGR for Ford diesel

  15-06-2017 18:08
  
  BorgWarner said it was supplying exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) including a cooler, valve and pneumatic bypass valve for the Ford Power Stroke 6.7-litre V8 diesel engine.
  
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• Why a million Porsche 911s can’t be wrong

  15-06-2017 18:01
  
  Filed under:Porsche,Deep Dive,Convertible,Coupe,Classics,PerformanceThe more things change, they say. But that flat-six is still way out back, and that's all right with us.Continue reading Why a million Porsche 911s can’t be wrong Why a million Porsche 911s can’t be wrong originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GAZ and VW Rus ink manufacturing extension to 2025

  15-06-2017 17:25
  
  Volkswagen Group Rus and GAZ have signed an extension of their manufacturing agreement for Volkswagen and Skoda cars in Russia to 2025.
  
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• GM China's future vehicles - Baojun and Wuling

  15-06-2017 17:16
  Baojun and Wuling are two of the best selling brands in China, and each is controlled by the SAIC General Motors Wuling joint venture. This is the first part of a look into each of GM's passenger vehicles divisions and their worldwide models, both current and future.
  
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• Global power sector emissions projected to peak in 2026

  15-06-2017 17:13
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Emissions,Green Culture,Emerging Technologies,TechnologyThe report said the costs of renewable power will continue to fall.Continue reading Global power sector emissions projected to peak in 2026 Global power sector emissions projected to peak in 2026 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 11:13:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Jaguar teams up with Andy Murray to present new XF Sportbrake wagon

  15-06-2017 17:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Jaguar teamed up with fellow Brit and world No. 1 tennis player Andy Murray to present its all new XF Sportbrake.
  
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• Relive The Fate of the Furious in your living room with Anki Overdrive's remote-controlled cars

  15-06-2017 17:08
  
  Filed under:Toys/Games,Gadgets,Smartphone,TechnologyThey're like slot cars meet Mario Kart.Continue reading Relive The Fate of the Furious in your living room with Anki Overdrive's remote-controlled cars Relive The Fate of the Furious in your living room with Anki Overdrive's remote-controlled cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 11:08:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW's Slovak plant workers call strike

  15-06-2017 16:58
  
  VW's Slovak plant workers have voted to take strike action over pay, according to reports.
  
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• ANALYSIS: M4 Convertible and future BMWs

  15-06-2017 16:54
  The 2 Series Active Tourer is BMW's best seller in many European markets yet all of the brand's other even-number models are niche vehicles. Having just announced a facelift for the two-door 2 Series cars and a 6 Series GT as well as an 8 Series concept, there has also been news for the 4 Series, in the form of a mid-cycle restyle. That includes the fastest open-top variant, the M4 Convertible Competition.
  
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• Amazon documentary marks 'The Return:' Ford GTs at Le Mans

  15-06-2017 15:30
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,TV/Movies,Ford,Performance,RacingA great way to prepare for the 24-hour race.Continue reading Amazon documentary marks 'The Return:' Ford GTs at Le Mans Amazon documentary marks 'The Return:' Ford GTs at Le Mans originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 09:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nissan lightly revamps popular Qashqai crossover

  15-06-2017 15:18
  When you've created and almost entirely owned a new market segment for a decade, you don't want to mess with the formula too much. Hence Nissan's approach with the once redesigned, now twice updated Qashqai where the 2017 revisit is largely confined to boosting quality, refinement and technology and leaving the successful basics alone.
  
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• CitNOW reveals new consumer video research at Automotive Management Live 2017 - AM-online

  15-06-2017 15:03 via am-online.com
  
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  CitNOW reveals new consumer video research at Automotive Management Live 2017
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  Video is revolutionising communications between dealers, customers and would-be car-buyers and CitNOW will share ground-breaking consumer research which highlights how attitudes to video have changed during its best practice session at Automotive ...
  
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• 'Where can I fill up?': Toyota deploys Watson Ads to pitch Prius Prime

  15-06-2017 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Toyota is using artificial intelligence to push the environmentally-friendly Prius Prime on the Weather Channel app and weather.com.
  
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• Panasonic LinkRay™ Technology Enhances Visitor Experience at Petersen Automotive Museum - PR Newswire (press release)

  15-06-2017 14:56 via prnewswire.com
  
  Panasonic LinkRay™ Technology Enhances Visitor Experience at Petersen Automotive Museum
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  ORLANDO, Fla., June 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic Corporation of North America is pleased to announce the first U.S.-based museum implementation of LinkRay™ technology in a pilot program at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, ...
  
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• Robotics startup ZMP plans self-driving taxis for 2020 Olympics

  15-06-2017 14:39
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Emerging Technologies,AutonomousTOKYO - Japanese robotics maker ZMP Inc has partnered with a taxi operator in Tokyo, as part of its plans to launch a self-driving taxi in the city in time for the 2020 Olympics, CEO Hisashi Taniguchi said on Thursday.Japan's taxi industry, faced with a labor crunch due to an aging population, has been looking at new technologies to drive growth. The sector may also have to deal with more competition in the future if the government allows ride-sha
  
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• OEMs join with Shell and Bosch to launch 'FindAdBlue'

  15-06-2017 14:38
  
  Several car manufacturers are working with Bosch and Shell, together with Integer Research Ltd, to launch a website - www.FindAdBlue.com - designed to help diesel engine drivers to find gas stations with AdBlue pumps.
  
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• Mahle addresses downsized engine durability issues

  15-06-2017 14:21
  
  Engine component specialist Mahle says that its engineers are working to overcome challenges presented by high levels of low-speed torque in small engines. In particular, it says that 'low speed pre-ignition' can damage piston rings and other engine components.
  
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• Sasken showcases accelerator solutions at TU-Automotive expo - Computerworld India

  15-06-2017 14:11 via computerworld.in
  
  Sasken showcases accelerator solutions at TU-Automotive expo
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  Sasken presented its automotive accelerator solutions that reduce time-to-market for the connected and autonomous cars. Sasken Technologies, a product engineering and digital transformation solutions provider, recently exhibited its automotive expert ...
  
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• Daimler JV opens two new hydrogen stations in Germany

  15-06-2017 13:24
  
  The joint venture H2 Mobility Deutschland and partners Air Liquide, Daimler, Linde and Shell have officially opened two new hydrogen refuelling stations in Frankfurt and Wiesbaden.
  
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• Czechs push labour quality rather than pure price

  15-06-2017 13:21
  Czech Republic officials insist they will make it clear labour in the country will be difficult to source if overseas investors believe they can hire staff purely on economic grounds.
  
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• Research and Markets - Global Automotive Connected Car Platform ... - PR Newswire (press release)

  15-06-2017 13:17 via prnewswire.com
  
  Research and Markets - Global Automotive Connected Car Platform ...
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  Global Automotive Connected Car Platform Market 2017-2021, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts.and more »
  
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• Fiat Chrysler recalling 297,000 vehicles for inadvertent airbag deployments

  15-06-2017 13:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Fiat Chrysler said it is recalling 297,000 older minivans in North America because of a wiring problem that can lead to inadvertent airbag deployments.
  
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• You'll never drive alone - automakers adopt virtual driver assistants

  15-06-2017 12:52
  While giving instructions in our cars is nothing new, putting questions to the likes of Alexa and Cortana while on the road is. Carmakers are fast adopting virtual assistants, confirming that speech is becoming the preferred interface for tomorrow's cockpit. Continuing just-auto/QUBE's series of research snapshots, this one takes a look at virtual driver assistants and who is embracing who.
  
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• Extended warranty but no compo for Europe VW diesel owners

  15-06-2017 12:49
  
  Volkswagen has agreed to offer an extra two year guarantee to European owners of its diesel cars but no compensation in talks with Europe's consumer affairs chief over its cheating on emissions tests, a European Commission spokesman has said.
  
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• How car dealer handles a panhandler: At first, 'We tried to be polite'

  15-06-2017 12:45
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car NewsFreeway ramp panhandlers are a hot topic.Continue reading How car dealer handles a panhandler: At first, 'We tried to be polite' How car dealer handles a panhandler: At first, 'We tried to be polite' originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Jun 2017 06:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Czechs push labour quality rather than pure price - just-auto.com (subscription)

  15-06-2017 12:31 via just-auto.com
  Czechs push labour quality rather than pure price
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  Czech Republic officials insist they will make it clear labour in the country will be difficult to source if overseas investors believe they can hire staff purely on economic grounds. The region is part of a large swathe of Central and Eastern Europe ...and more »
  
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• Do consumer protection laws actually work in the automotive world? - Driving

  15-06-2017 12:07 via driving.ca
  
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  Do consumer protection laws actually work in the automotive world?
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  When you're dealing with unapproved automotive repairs and consumer protection laws, make sure all your bases are covered. Supplied, iStock.com. When it comes to laws and regulations to protect automotive consumers, just knowing your rights isn't ...
  
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• BMW's 5 Series Touring works for Europe

  15-06-2017 12:07
  BMW's latest - and fifth generation - 5 Series Touring is about to launch on the UK market and comes with a number of technological and design enhancements, including fuel efficiency gains of up to 11% on the last generation.
  
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• Cox Automotive used car values up in May across wholesale and retail markets - FleetNews

  15-06-2017 11:56 via fleetnews.co.uk
  
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  Cox Automotive used car values up in May across wholesale and retail markets
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  Cox Automotive's wholesale and retail brands saw a year-on-year increase in sold volumes in May, with selling prices up across wholesale and retail markets. Daren Wiseman, head of valuations at Cox Automotive UK, said: “We saw strong selling prices in ...
  
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• BYD to sell 36 more electric buses to London

  15-06-2017 11:49
  The BYD ADL electric bus partnership has been selected as preferred bidder by RATP Dev London for the latter's order of 36 10.8m pure electric buses.
  
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• Onroak Automotive reveals Ligier JS P4 - Race Tech Magazine

  15-06-2017 11:46 via racetechmag.com
  
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  Onroak Automotive reveals Ligier JS P4
  Race Tech Magazine
  It is powered by a 3.7L V6 Ford engine producing 420 hp. The conception of the Ligier JS P4 has benefitted from the experience gained by Onroak Automotive engineers with the JS P2, JS P3 and JS P217 models, but it enjoyed a greater freedom in its ...
  
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• Schaeffler Russia appoints new CEO

  15-06-2017 11:29
  
  Schaeffler has appointed Maxim Shakhov as Russia CEO based in Moscow and who will report to Central & Eastern Europe, Middle East & Africa, CEO, Rainer Lindner.
  
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