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• Dog Parker | Autoblog Minute

  17-07-2017 23:22
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoDog Parker is a housing unit for your dogs. Allowing them to be in a safe and secure area while you shop. Eliminating the need to tie them down or place them in a car.Continue reading Dog Parker | Autoblog Minute Dog Parker | Autoblog Minute originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 17:22:39 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BorgWarner makes EV play with Sevcon deal

  17-07-2017 23:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  BorgWarner agreed to acquire British supplier Sevcon for an estimated $200 million in a deal that adds more electric vehicle technology to the supplier's vehicle-propulsion engineering and product portfolio.
  
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• Chrysler Pacifica cruises down Sesame Street in new partnership

  17-07-2017 22:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Chrysler brand's lineup of family-friendly vehicles will be cruising down "Sesame Street" as part of a new sponsorship deal with the show.
  
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• Next-generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter caught driving tall and proud

  17-07-2017 22:46
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Minivan/Van,Commercial VehiclesIt's got a big new grille.Continue reading Next-generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter caught driving tall and proud Next-generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter caught driving tall and proud originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 16:46:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla driver denies Autopilot system caused Minnesota crash

  17-07-2017 22:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The driver of a Tesla vehicle involved in a Minnesota crash denied that its Autopilot system caused the incident. Tesla said it had "no reason to believe that Autopilot ... worked other than as designed."
  
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• Imported Ford Fusions stuffed with $1 million in pot, authorities say

  17-07-2017 22:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Authorities late last week discovered more than 400 pounds of pot stashed in the spare tire compartments of 15 Ford Fusions in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1991 Geo Prizm GSi

  17-07-2017 21:38
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Toyota,Sedan,ClassicsGM's version of the Toyota Sprinter, now retired in Colorado after nearly 300,000 miles on the road.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1991 Geo Prizm GSi Junkyard Gem: 1991 Geo Prizm GSi originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 15:38:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW says I.D. electric's price will undercut Tesla Model 3 by $7K-8K

  17-07-2017 19:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Volkswagen,Hatchback,Autonomous,Concept Cars,Electric,FutureRiding the exposure waves of the Tesla Model 3, VW wants it to be known the Golf-sized EV will be thousands cheaper.Continue reading VW says I.D. electric's price will undercut Tesla Model 3 by $7K-8K VW says I.D. electric's price will undercut Tesla Model 3 by $7K-8K originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 13:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Com
  
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• BorgWarner agrees to acquire Sevcon

  17-07-2017 19:10
  
  BorgWarner has agreed to acquire Sevcon, Inc., a specialist in electrification technologies.
  
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• BMW to go EV racing

  17-07-2017 19:00
  
  BMW announced it would contest the FIA Formula E Championship as an official manufacturer in Season 5 (2018/19).
  
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• Here's a Formula E highlights reel - plus, watch Roborace DevBot learn the course

  17-07-2017 18:30
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous,RacingContinue reading Here's a Formula E highlights reel - plus, watch Roborace DevBot learn the course Here's a Formula E highlights reel - plus, watch Roborace DevBot learn the course originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 12:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Even more smuggled marijuana found in new Ford Fusions from Mexico UPDATE

  17-07-2017 18:20
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,Ford,United States,Sedan,BudgetAbout $1 million worth of weed was in the Fusions.Continue reading Even more smuggled marijuana found in new Ford Fusions from Mexico UPDATE Even more smuggled marijuana found in new Ford Fusions from Mexico UPDATE originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 12:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Tata Tech centre "vote of confidence" in UK - CEO

  17-07-2017 17:44
  Tata Technologies' decision to open its new GBP20m (US$26m) Warwick European Innovation and Development Centre (EIDC) in Britain's Midlands region, is a firm sign of the company's confidence in UK business post-Brexit, says CEO, Warren Harris.
  
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• Elon Musk calls for regulation of AI: 'Fundamental risk to the existence of human civilization'

  17-07-2017 17:35
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Tesla,Emerging TechnologiesMusk believes there's more at stake than just job loss.Continue reading Elon Musk calls for regulation of AI: 'Fundamental risk to the existence of human civilization' Elon Musk calls for regulation of AI: 'Fundamental risk to the existence of human civilization' originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 11:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Elon Musk calls AI a 'fundamental risk to the existence of human civilization'

  17-07-2017 17:35
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Tesla,Emerging TechnologiesMusk believes there's more at stake than just job loss.Continue reading Elon Musk calls AI a 'fundamental risk to the existence of human civilization' Elon Musk calls AI a 'fundamental risk to the existence of human civilization' originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 11:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody | First Run at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

  17-07-2017 17:30
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Videos,Dodge,Coupe,Performance,Original VideoThis is a bucket-list track.Continue reading 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody | First Run at Indianapolis Motor Speedway 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody | First Run at Indianapolis Motor Speedway originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 11:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Check out Aston Martin's zero-emissions AMR-SB race car

  17-07-2017 16:42
  
  Filed under:Green,Humor,Videos,Weird Car News,Aston Martin,Lightweight,RacingNo level of racing is too small for Aston Martin.Continue reading Check out Aston Martin's zero-emissions AMR-SB race car Check out Aston Martin's zero-emissions AMR-SB race car originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 10:42:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tata Motors' truck business facing 'crisis' - Tata chief

  17-07-2017 16:36
  
  Tata Motors Managing Director Guenter Butschek has appealed for help from its workers as India's leading commercial vehicle maker faces a "crisis situation" amid rising competition at home.
  
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• Nissan leader amongst North East Automotive Expo 2017 keynotes - Bdaily

  17-07-2017 16:14 via bdaily.co.uk
  
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  Nissan leader amongst North East Automotive Expo 2017 keynotes
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  The North East Automotive Expo will return to Sunderland this September where Nissan's Judith Richardson and Garry Wilson of the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) will deliver keynote speeches. Vice President of Purchasing at Nissan Europe, Judith ...
  
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• Kelley Blue Book launches national TV campaign

  17-07-2017 16:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Kelley Blue Book, in its new ad campaign, is trying to tell customers that it can do more than give them the fair market value for their vehicle.
  
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• Amphibious cars, queen's royal rowbarge mark Dunkirk anniversary

  17-07-2017 16:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car NewsAn incongruous sight.Continue reading Amphibious cars, queen's royal rowbarge mark Dunkirk anniversary Amphibious cars, queen's royal rowbarge mark Dunkirk anniversary originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Subaru Crosstrek First Drive | Tall in stature, short on power

  17-07-2017 15:00
  
  Filed under:Subaru,First Drives,Crossover,Hatchback,BudgetFor better or for worse.Continue reading 2018 Subaru Crosstrek First Drive | Tall in stature, short on power 2018 Subaru Crosstrek First Drive | Tall in stature, short on power originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Subaru Crosstrek First Drive | Like an Impreza, but taller

  17-07-2017 15:00
  
  Filed under:Subaru,First Drives,Crossover,Hatchback,BudgetFor better or for worse.Continue reading 2018 Subaru Crosstrek First Drive | Like an Impreza, but taller 2018 Subaru Crosstrek First Drive | Like an Impreza, but taller originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• UK automotive websites out-perform comparable industries in new study - Car Dealer Magazine

  17-07-2017 14:23 via cardealermagazine.co.uk
  
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  UK automotive websites out-perform comparable industries in new study
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  THE UK automotive sector is digitally out-performing a variety of comparable industries, according to the latest Auto Trader research. The 2017 Auto Trader Digital Excellence Study is based on 40,000 reviews from 10,000 consumers, rating 145 websites ...and more »
  
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• UK automotive websites out-perform comparable industries in new ... - Car Dealer Magazine

  17-07-2017 14:23 via cardealermagazine.co.uk
  
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  UK automotive websites out-perform comparable industries in new ...
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  THE UK automotive sector is digitally out-performing a variety of comparable industries, according to the latest Auto Trader research. The 2017 Auto Trader ...and more »
  
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• Takata air bags update: 17 deaths, 69M vehicles, victims pitted against automakers

  17-07-2017 14:10
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/Legal,SafetyVictims granted an unusual role in bankruptcy proceedings.Continue reading Takata air bags update: 17 deaths, 69M vehicles, victims pitted against automakers Takata air bags update: 17 deaths, 69M vehicles, victims pitted against automakers originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Jul 2017 08:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automation convergence driving change - Tata Technologies CEO

  17-07-2017 13:57
  
  Tata Technologies says rapid advances in automation and and the alignment of new data collection methods are allowing it to provide services it was not able to only a few years ago.
  
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• Audi hit by sales pause on A4 and A5 models

  17-07-2017 13:47
  
  Changes to fuel consumption figures mean delays while cars are made compliant 2017-07-17 14:00 Audi has been forced to stop selling petrol-powered A4, S4, A5 and S5 models for up to two months, according to Australian media.
  Changes to the turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 found in the S4 and S5 and 2.0-litre TFSI in the A4 and A5 altered the engines’ fuel consumption figures, knocking them out of EU compliance. Audi has halted sales in Europe while the official figures for CO2 emissions are upda
  
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• Mazda recalls 19,000 more vehicles in South Africa with Takata airbags

  17-07-2017 13:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Mazda is recalling 19,000 cars in South Africa due to airbag safety concerns as the Japanese carmaker extends a global recall.
  
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• New Honda Accord arrives but won’t be sold in the UK

  17-07-2017 13:22
  
  Honda’s new mk10 Accord family car has been revealed in the US but there are no plans to sell it here. 2017-07-17 12:15 Honda has lifted the sheets from a new tenth-generation version Accord – but we won’t be getting it here in the UK. 
  Honda axed the Ford Mondeo rival from the British market in 2015, citing declining market trends as the reason for its withdrawal. European buyers are turning away from traditional saloon models more than ever, while the crossover SUV mark
  
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• Tyrepac moves into Thai online retailing

  17-07-2017 13:17
  
  Singapore-based online tyre retailer, Tyrepac, is entering Thailand's tyre aftermarket sector by joining forces with local spare parts distributor Manoyont Group and Toyota Tsusho Thailand.
  
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• AAM announces top management changes

  17-07-2017 11:52
  
  AAM has named Olaf Bongwald as its Driveline Europe operations president, succeeding Michael Bly, who has been appointed the supplier's global sales lead for the Driveline Business Unit.
  
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• Jaguar to build E-Pace in China

  17-07-2017 11:28
  Having announced more details of the upcoming E-Pace compact SUV, and that it will be assembled for most markets under contract by Magna Steyr, Jaguar said the car would will also be manufactured at the Chery Jaguar Land Rover plant in Changshu "exclusively for Chinese customers" with sales starting in China in 2018.
  
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• Renault Group unveils record H1 sales up 10% to 1.88m vehicles

  17-07-2017 11:03
  
  Renault Group has posted record half-year sales up 10.4% to 1.88m vehicles, with all Group brands seeing rises in volumes and market share.
  
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• Car finance 'kill switches' immobilise cars if payments are missed

  17-07-2017 10:43
  
  Motorists who fail to keep up with car finance payments can have their cars remotely immobilised to by the finance firms 2017-07-17 09:45 Car finance providers are installing 'kill switches' on customer cars that immobilise the vehicle if monthly payments are missed.
  The GPS devices are often offered as part of subprime car finance deals to buyers with poor credit scores. The devices allow lenders to remotely disable cars if borrowers fail to keep up with the payments.
  The immobilisers are said
  
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• Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon special edition arrives in UK

  17-07-2017 10:13
  
  New tongue-twister limited edition version of Jeep's tough off-roader gets unique tweaks and a £40k plus price tag 2017-07-17 09:13 Jeep has revealed another limited edition off-roader for the UK market in the form of the Wrangler Rubicon Recon – a range topping £40,000 plus version of its utilitarian Wrangler 4x4. 
  The Rubicon Recon was revealed way back in March at the Geneva Motor Show, but Jeep UK has just confirmed its arrival in Britain. It’s not just a c
  
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• Car hire industry faces investigation over fraudulent repair bills

  17-07-2017 10:10
  
  Car hire customers are said to have overpaid by £30million as car hire companies charge too much for repairs2017-07-17 09:15 The car hire industry is facing a crisis following allegations that customers may have been overcharged by as much as £30 million for repairs to hire cars.
  The Serious Fraud Office is said to be planning a criminal enquiry after reports that more than 500,000 Europcar customers paid repair bills which were fradulently inflated by 300 per cent.
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• Global Automotive Heads-up Display (HUD) Market Worth Over $1291.68 Million by 2021: Zion Market Research - GlobeNewswire (press release)

  17-07-2017 07:56 via globenewswire.com
  
  Global Automotive Heads-up Display (HUD) Market Worth Over $1291.68 Million by 2021: Zion Market Research
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  According to the report, demand for global automotive heads up display market was valued at USD 411.57 million in 2015, is expected to reach USD 1,291.68 million in 2021 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of slightly above 21.68% between 2016 and ...
  
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• Will CFPB's ban on arbitration clauses stand?

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Industry players hope the CFPB's new arbitration rule will never take effect, and they may be right. But it's also unlikely to disappear immediately.
  
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• NAMAD and Lithia team up to recruit minority dealers

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Shau-wai Lam was at NAMAD's annual conference last week interviewing candidates for the Automotive Minority Dealer Academy, a program supported by Lithia Motors.
  
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• Led by GM, inventories near records

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Of the U.S. industry's total inventory growth of 354,200 units in the past year, General Motors has added 272,700 units. All other carmakers added 81,500, up 2.6 percent.
  
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• Hyundai Kona subcompact crossover showcases new design language

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The new Kona subcompact crossover will carry on its little shoulders the task of launching an entirely new design language for Hyundai's CUVs.
  
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• HALL OF FAME: August Fruehauf helped create trucking industry

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In 1914, Detroit blacksmith and carriage maker August Fruehauf was given a challenge that led to the creation of a new industry.
  
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• HALL OF FAME: Alberto Bombassei won 1st big break for Brembo

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In 1975, Alberto Bombassei organized a meeting that turned out to be the big break for the company his father, Emilio, and Italo Breda started in 1961.
  
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• Ford's Michigan Assembly plant tracks industry's shifting winds

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Twice in about seven years, Ford has significantly changed its product plan for the Michigan Assembly Plant. It's a process that costs billions in construction, new machinery and worker retraining.
  
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• Fisker: End of Dodge Viper won't impact VLF Force 1 supercar

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Henrik Fisker says VLF has access to "more than enough" Vipers through a partnership with race car driver Ben Keating.
  
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• Can Honda's redesigned 2018 Accord save the sedan?

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Honda Accord, like its contemporaries, will have an uphill battle in enticing buyers to choose sedans over other segments. Utility vehicles have virtually eliminated the gap in fuel efficiency, cost and ride quality.
  
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• A8's technology will defer to state and local laws

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It's a case of Audi technology outstripping humans' ability to keep up, and it may be up to the U.S. Congress to resolve it.
  
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• A8's new controls help driver keep eyes on the road

  17-07-2017 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Audi is redesigning its human-machine interfaces across its lineup, beginning with the A8, to incorporate haptic feedback, which the brand views as an added safety measure.
  
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• Intraday reports for Mahindra CIE Automotive - Outlook India

  17-07-2017 06:48 via outlookindia.com
  Intraday reports for Mahindra CIE Automotive
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  The day started for Mahindra CIE Automotive with an opening price of Rs. 240.00 after closing at Rs. 238.85 the previous day. As compared to yesterday's opening price, today's opening price was observed to have decreased 2 points. Also, the previous ...and more »
  
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