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• Tesla snubs J.D. Power for Initial Quality Study data

  21-06-2017 23:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  How do the quality ratings for the 2017 Tesla Model S and Model X compare to competitors? They don't, based off J.D. Power's 2017 U.S. Initial Quality Study.
  
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• Kia Motors again tops J.D. Power Initial Quality Study

  21-06-2017 23:38
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Plants/Manufacturing,Hyundai,KiaKia topped the rankings for initial quality of new vehicles sold in the United States based on owner responses for the second consecutive year, business consultancy J.D. Power said on Wednesday.Hyundai Motor's Genesis cars came second in the survey, followed by sports luxury brand Porsche.Fiat Chrysler's Ram and the Ford brand shared fourth position. In fact, American brands outperformed foreign brands as a whole for the second year.Fiat, Jaguar L
  
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• What is the future of the Turkish automotive industry? - Hurriyet Daily News

  21-06-2017 23:11 via hurriyetdailynews.com
  
  What is the future of the Turkish automotive industry?
  Hurriyet Daily News
  The Turkish government is hell-bent over producing a national car brand. There are various reasons for that, but most importantly, having a national car brand would decrease the country's trade deficit. If the national car is an electric one it would ...and more »
  
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• For thousands of U.S. auto workers, downturn comes fast

  21-06-2017 23:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After seven straight years of U.S. sales gains, the days when auto assembly and parts plants throughout the Midwest were running flat-out because of high demand for nearly every type of vehicle are over.
  
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• Relive Automotive History in 'The Last of the Independents' Board Game [Review] - The News Wheel

  21-06-2017 22:10 via thenewswheel.com
  
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  Relive Automotive History in 'The Last of the Independents' Board Game [Review]
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  Having grown up in–and still residing in–the Rust Belt and having followed multiple lackluster Ohio sports teams, I've nurtured a fondness for underdogs–including automakers. With the Packard Museum not far from my office and innovation city, ...
  
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• Research and Markets - LiDAR Sensor Automotive Market 2017 ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  21-06-2017 21:33 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Research and Markets - LiDAR Sensor Automotive Market 2017 ...
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  Factors such as the rising popularity of semi-autonomous vehicles, government regulations for vehicle safety, and an increase in the adoption of ADAS ...
  $735 Million LiDAR Sensor Automotive Market by Technology ...Business Wire (press release)all 2 news articles »
  
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• Research and Markets - LiDAR Sensor Automotive Market 2017 - Global Forecast to 2030 with Continental, Delphi ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  21-06-2017 21:33 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
  Research and Markets - LiDAR Sensor Automotive Market 2017 - Global Forecast to 2030 with Continental, Delphi ...
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  Factors such as the rising popularity of semi-autonomous vehicles, government regulations for vehicle safety, and an increase in the adoption of ADAS technology by OEMs are driving the global market. The autonomous vehicles segment is estimated to be ...
  $735 Million LiDAR Sensor Automotive Market by Technology, Application, Location, Image Type,
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1987 Honda Accord LXi Sedan

  21-06-2017 21:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.A fully-optioned, top-trim-level example of the iconic third-generation Honda Accord, now awaiting the crusher in a Denver wrecking yard after not quite 150,000 miles of service.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1987 Honda Accord LXi Sedan Junkyard Gem: 1987 Honda Accord LXi Sedan originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 15:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Anderson Automotive Group owner dies in traffic crash in Bermuda ... - Rockford Register Star

  21-06-2017 20:48 via rrstar.com
  
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  Anderson Automotive Group owner dies in traffic crash in Bermuda ...
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  Brian Anderson, owner of the Anderson Automotive Group, died Monday in a traffic crash while vacationing in Bermuda. He was 63.Anderson was driving a ...
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• Sure, Travis Kalanick's out, but Uber's future is tied to him

  21-06-2017 20:40
  
  Filed under:Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Smartphone,TechnologyAnd the company was made in his very image.Continue reading Sure, Travis Kalanick's out, but Uber's future is tied to him Sure, Travis Kalanick's out, but Uber's future is tied to him originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 14:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• LexCentral Provides Quality Steel to the Automotive World - Marketwired (press release)

  21-06-2017 20:21 via marketwired.com
  
  LexCentral Provides Quality Steel to the Automotive World
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  CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwired - June 21, 2017) - LexCentral, a steel company affiliated with The Lex Group, today announced its continued growth in the automotive industry by providing its flat rolled steel products through a group of automotive stampers ...and more »
  
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• Harley-Davidson enters race to buy rival Ducati

  21-06-2017 20:00
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Etc.,MotorcycleHarley will be bidding against some other big names.Continue reading Harley-Davidson enters race to buy rival Ducati Harley-Davidson enters race to buy rival Ducati originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 14:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2017 J.D. Power initial quality rankings

  21-06-2017 20:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Kia took the top spot in J.D. Power's annual report card on vehicle quality for a second consecutive year, as industry ratings reached a new record and domestic brands maintained their edge over foreign rivals.
  
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• Thai sales flat in May

  21-06-2017 19:27
  
  Thailand's new vehicle market was little changed in May, with sales rising by 0.6% to 66,422 units from 66,019 units a year earlier, according to data released by the Federation of Thai Industries.
  
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• Tesla reshuffles its Autopilot self-driving team

  21-06-2017 19:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Tesla,Green Automakers,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous,ElectricLattner "just wasn't the right fit for Tesla."Continue reading Tesla reshuffles its Autopilot self-driving team Tesla reshuffles its Autopilot self-driving team originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 13:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford shows the bond of learning how to drive

  21-06-2017 19:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ford Motor Co.'s "Father's Day," last week's most viral car commercial, shows the range of emotion in a dad and his teen's first-ever driving lesson.
  
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• New Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2017 review

  21-06-2017 18:42
  
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  The new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SUV is designed to pinch sales from the SEAT Ateca and Peugeot 3008. How will it fare?Mitsubishi says that its new Eclipse Cross, a mid-size SUV taking on the Toyota C-HR, SEAT Ateca and Peugeot 3008, is the start of something totally new. It’s a rethink on how the brand approaches its new cars - and the aim with the new model is to steal customers from the other big names in the market.
  Whether they a
  
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• Workhorse SureFly is the next step toward a flying car

  21-06-2017 18:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Emerging Technologies,Technology,FutureThe arms fold, meaning you can store it inside a garage.Continue reading Workhorse SureFly is the next step toward a flying car Workhorse SureFly is the next step toward a flying car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 12:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• AutoGravity launches national TV ads

  21-06-2017 18:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  AutoGravity, a car shopping and financing mobile app and web platform, is aiming to catch the eyes of more consumers with a national TV campaign debuting this week.
  
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• CarMax Q1 net jumps 21% on delayed consumer tax refunds

  21-06-2017 18:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  CarMax's earnings surged 21 percent in its fiscal first quarter on a bump in used-vehicle sales driven by a delay in federal tax refunds.
  
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• Automotive industry enjoys record £77.5bn year - ChoiceQuote Insurance Services

  21-06-2017 18:04 via choicequote.co.uk
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  Automotive industry enjoys record £77.5bn year
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  Britain's automotive industry has enjoyed a record year after securing a turnover of £77.5 billion last year, according to the latest figures. Published by SMMT on behalf of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, the 2017 UK Automotive ...and more »
  
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• Automotive industry enjoys record £77.5bn year - ChoiceQuote - ChoiceQuote Insurance Services

  21-06-2017 18:04 via choicequote.co.uk
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  Automotive industry enjoys record £77.5bn year - ChoiceQuote
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  Britain's automotive industry has enjoyed a record year after securing a turnover of £77.5 billion last year, according to the latest figures.and more »
  
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• Toyota really redesigns 2018 Camry

  21-06-2017 18:01
  Toyota has completely redesigned the Camry, the best-selling car in America for the past 15 years, on sale in the US late summer. The eighth generation model is built on the TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture platform and changes include new engines and transmissions. Unlike previous generations, little is carried over to the new model.
  
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• A brief taste of Korea's latest dish | 2018 Hyundai Kona

  21-06-2017 18:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Hyundai,First Drives,First Ride,Crossover,SUVThe future looks promising.Continue reading A brief taste of Korea's latest dish | 2018 Hyundai Kona A brief taste of Korea's latest dish | 2018 Hyundai Kona originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NXP invests in the future automotive - New Electronics

  21-06-2017 17:31 via newelectronics.co.uk
  NXP invests in the future automotive
  New Electronics
  NXP has announced that it is to collaborate with Elektrobit (EB) on a new platform for highly automated driving, and extends its partnership with HARMAN to speed up time-to-market for connected car solutions. The new development platform integrates the ...and more »
  
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• Hennessey will finally reveal the production Venom F5 this year

  21-06-2017 17:20
  
  Filed under:Coupe,SupercarsIt has been a long wait.Continue reading Hennessey will finally reveal the production Venom F5 this year Hennessey will finally reveal the production Venom F5 this year originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 11:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• London mayor wants zero-emissions transport system by 2050

  21-06-2017 16:30
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Emissions,Green Culture,Transportation Alternatives,UK,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Electric,HybridFirst step: a "zero emission zone" in central London by 2025,Continue reading London mayor wants zero-emissions transport system by 2050 London mayor wants zero-emissions transport system by 2050 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Nissan Leaf spied with hardly any camouflage

  21-06-2017 16:10
  
  Filed under:Green,Spy Photos,Nissan,Hatchback,Budget,ElectricThe Leaf evolves into a more conventional car.Continue reading 2018 Nissan Leaf spied with hardly any camouflage 2018 Nissan Leaf spied with hardly any camouflage originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Audi plans second EV for Brussels factory

  21-06-2017 16:01
  Audi will build a second electric model - the e-tron Sportback - at its Brussels, Belgium plant  in 2019. The plant will start making the e-tron electric SUV in 2018.
  
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• Trump EPA will keep California emissions waiver in place for now

  21-06-2017 15:45
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,United StatesEPA head Scott Pruitt was thought to be eliminating California's emissions waiver, but the Golden State's right to set its own mandates remains in place.Continue reading Trump EPA will keep California emissions waiver in place for now Trump EPA will keep California emissions waiver in place for now originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 09:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Co
  
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• EU fines Automotive Lighting and Hella over cartel but Valeo escapes punishment - Automotive News (subscription) (blog)

  21-06-2017 15:44 via autonews.com
  
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  EU fines Automotive Lighting and Hella over cartel but Valeo escapes punishment
  Automotive News (subscription) (blog)
  BRUSSELS -- The European Union has fined car lighting system producers Automotive Lighting and Hella 27 million euros ($30.1 million) for operating a cartel with Valeo, which escaped a fine. "The Commission has sanctioned another cartel in the ...and more »
  
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• “Toyota’s upmarket arm continues to carve out a distinct niche for itself”

  21-06-2017 15:34
  
  Graham Hope examines Lexus’ recent successes as Driver Power crowns it the UK’s best car maker 2017-06-21 14:00 What makes a successful car manufacturer? There are undoubtedly many measures of this, but two clear fundamentals are the ability to sell cars and then the capacity to keep the people who have bought those vehicles happy in the long term.
  In this week’s issue we concentrate on the latter, as we count down the brands you rate most highly in our Driver Power manufactur
  
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• Automotive Head-Up Display Market Size to Reach US$ 2.09 Bn by 2022 – By Credence Research - Technorati

  21-06-2017 15:33 via technorati.com
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  Automotive Head-Up Display Market Size to Reach US$ 2.09 Bn by 2022 – By Credence Research
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  According to a new market report published by Credence Research “ Automotive Head-Up Display Market (Premium and Luxury Cars, Sports Cars, and Mid-Segment and Basic Model Cars) – Growth, Share, Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, and Forecast ...
  
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• Hyundai Veloster N spied hard at work at the Nurburgring

  21-06-2017 15:15
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Spy Photos,Hyundai,Hatchback,PerformanceExpect at least 250 horsepower from the hot hatch.Continue reading Hyundai Veloster N spied hard at work at the Nurburgring Hyundai Veloster N spied hard at work at the Nurburgring originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 09:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla autopilot software chief quits after less than six months

  21-06-2017 15:07
  
  Tesla's head of autopilot software, Chris Lattner, has left the company after less than six months with the electric carmaker.
  
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• Chinese software snafu leads to global Aston Martin recall

  21-06-2017 15:03
  
  Aston Martin Lagonda is ordering a global recall of 1,658 Vantage cars after problems with a routine transmission software update led to incidents in China in which some cars stalled and lost power, its CEO told Reuters.
  
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• Research and Markets - Global Automotive Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Market to Grow at a ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  21-06-2017 15:01 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
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  The global automotive electronic brake force distribution (EBD) system market to grow at a CAGR of 8.87% during the period 2017-2021. This report, Global Automotive Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Market 2017-2021, has been prepared ...
  Global Automotive Camera Market Challenges, Key Vendors, Drivers and Trends
  
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• Honda halts Japan plant after WannaCry virus hits computer network

  21-06-2017 14:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Honda halted production at a domestic vehicle plant for a day this week after finding the WannaCry ransomware that struck globally last month in its computer network.
  
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• Toyota bumps up price, power and mpg on 2018 Camry

  21-06-2017 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The re-engineered 2018 Toyota Camry gets a modest increase to its sticker price, but a big bump in fuel economy and horsepower.
  
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• The 2018 Audi S6 has been spied at the ‘ring

  21-06-2017 13:46
  
  Spy shots reveal that the Audi S6 is in development far ahead of its A6 sibling's expected launch in 2018 2017-06-21 12:40 Audi’s all-new A6 doesn’t arrive until next year, and even before that we’ll see the swoopy new A7, but engineers are already putting the finishing touches to the racy S6 saloon.
  • The best executive cars on the marketSpied undergoing development testing at the Nurburgring, the S6 features a modest exterior revamps over the standard versions of t
  
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• Whiplash crackdown will save drivers £35 a year on insurance

  21-06-2017 13:45
  
  The Government has announced it will ban claims without medical evidence and introduce a cap on insurance payouts 2017-06-21 12:50 The Government is introducing new rules to stem the rising cost of car insurance by clamping down on fraudulent whiplash claims.
  In today’s parliamentary opening speech the Queen said: “Legislation will be introduced to modernise the court system and to help reduce motor insurance premiums.”
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• Volvo relaunches Polestar as standalone electric car brand

  21-06-2017 13:45
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Volvo,Emerging Technologies,Technology,ElectricBut it will still do performance upgrades.Continue reading Volvo relaunches Polestar as standalone electric car brand Volvo relaunches Polestar as standalone electric car brand originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 07:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla's autopilot software head quits in less than six months

  21-06-2017 13:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tesla said the head of its autopilot software, Chris Lattner, left the company within six months of joining the electric carmaker.
  
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• Volvo Cars electrifies Polestar

  21-06-2017 13:23
  
  Geely owned Volvo Cars announced Polestar, its performance car arm, is to become a new, separately branded, electrified global high-performance car company.
  
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• Honda pleads for UK to stay in EU customs union post-Brexit

  21-06-2017 13:23
  Honda has strongly backed the case for the UK remaining inside the EU's customs union after it leaves the EU in 2019.
  
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• Uber CEO Travis Kalanick resigns under investor pressure

  21-06-2017 13:20
  
  Filed under:Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Smartphone,TechnologyThe 40-year-old's pugnacious style defined Uber's approach and helped it become a transportation colossus valued at $68 billionContinue reading Uber CEO Travis Kalanick resigns under investor pressure Uber CEO Travis Kalanick resigns under investor pressure originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 07:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford's Rising Stars Of The Automotive Industry - FleetPoint - FleetPoint

  21-06-2017 13:20 via fleetpoint.org
  
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  The Autocar Great British Women in the Car Industry event has recognised 13 Ford employees in the sector's top 100 most promising rising stars.and more »
  
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• Ford's Rising Stars Of The Automotive Industry - FleetPoint

  21-06-2017 13:20 via fleetpoint.org
  
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  Ford's Rising Stars Of The Automotive Industry
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  The Autocar Great British Women in the Car Industry event has recognised 13 Ford employees in the sector's top 100 most promising rising stars. The Manufacturing category was won by Ford's diesel manufacturing strategy manager, Leah Bruce, and there ...and more »
  
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• Desirable at last | 2018 Toyota Camry, Camry Hybrid First Drive

  21-06-2017 13:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Toyota,First Drives,Sedan,HybridThis time around, the Camry will be more deserving of its popularity.Continue reading Desirable at last | 2018 Toyota Camry, Camry Hybrid First Drive Desirable at last | 2018 Toyota Camry, Camry Hybrid First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Jun 2017 07:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TDK claims 'smallest' choke for automotive - Electronics Weekly

  21-06-2017 12:33 via electronicsweekly.com
  
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  TDK claims 'smallest' choke for automotive
  Electronics Weekly
  The ACT1210L choke, which is qualified to AEC-Q200, retains the Scd21 mode conversion characteristic of the previous generation product, the ACT45L. According to the supplier, this key parameter expresses the amplitude relationship between differential ...
  
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