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• Watch Formula E crashes and drama from Season 3

  11-08-2017 23:20
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,Videos,Electric,RacingA Season 3 wreck compilation and onboard chatter prove Formula E is exciting.Continue reading Watch Formula E crashes and drama from Season 3 Watch Formula E crashes and drama from Season 3 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 17:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Cox Automotive to cut 950 jobs worldwide - Atlanta Journal Constitution

  11-08-2017 23:16 via ajc.com
  Atlanta Journal Constitution
  Cox Automotive to cut 950 jobs worldwide
  Atlanta Journal Constitution
  Trucks are loaded at Manheim's Detroit Auto Auction in 2004. Manheim is part of Cox Automotive. (General Motors/Joe Polimeni). Cox Automotive, which operates AutoTrader, Kelley Blue Book and other auto industry businesses, is cutting about 3 percent of ...
  
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• Cox Automotive cuts 950 jobs, 3 percent of workforce - Atlanta Business Chronicle

  11-08-2017 22:36 via bizjournals.com
  Atlanta Business Chronicle
  Cox Automotive cuts 950 jobs, 3 percent of workforce
  Atlanta Business Chronicle
  About 400 of those cuts could come from the Autotrader unit. The workforce reduction is related to integration of several companies Cox acquired over the past five years. Subscribe to get the full story. Already a subscriber? Sign in. Subscribe to get theand more »
  
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• BMW M3 and M4 to lose carbon fiber driveshafts (UPDATE)

  11-08-2017 22:35
  
  Filed under:BMW,Convertible,Coupe,Sedan,PerformanceFuture emissions equipment is forcing a switch back to steel.Continue reading BMW M3 and M4 to lose carbon fiber driveshafts (UPDATE) BMW M3 and M4 to lose carbon fiber driveshafts (UPDATE) originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 16:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW M3 and M4 to lose carbon fiber driveshafts

  11-08-2017 22:35
  
  Filed under:BMW,Convertible,Coupe,Sedan,PerformanceFuture emissions equipment is forcing a switch back to steel.Continue reading BMW M3 and M4 to lose carbon fiber driveshafts BMW M3 and M4 to lose carbon fiber driveshafts originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 16:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bond investors give Tesla a $1.8 billion endorsement

  11-08-2017 22:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla raised $1.8 billion in its debut bond sale, boosting the amount by $300 million to meet demand.
  
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• 2018 BMW X2 crossover pretty much revealed

  11-08-2017 21:45
  
  Filed under:BMW,Crossover,Future,LuxuryJust take it off already.Continue reading 2018 BMW X2 crossover pretty much revealed 2018 BMW X2 crossover pretty much revealed originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 15:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM accuses bankruptcy trust of secret $1 billion stock plot

  11-08-2017 21:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  General Motors accused the trust set up to handle its bankruptcy claims of secretly plotting with plaintiffs' attorneys to make it pay $1 billion in stock as part of a $15 million class-action settlement.
  
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• Watch from motorcyclist's POV as he flies off cliff, survives

  11-08-2017 20:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Safety,MotorcycleHe won't be riding again, though.Continue reading Watch from motorcyclist's POV as he flies off cliff, survives Watch from motorcyclist's POV as he flies off cliff, survives originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Watch from motorcyclist's POV as he plunges off cliff, survives

  11-08-2017 20:29
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Safety,MotorcycleHe won't be riding again, though.Continue reading Watch from motorcyclist's POV as he plunges off cliff, survives Watch from motorcyclist's POV as he plunges off cliff, survives originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 14:29:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chevrolet considering a budget V8 Camaro to regain sales

  11-08-2017 19:45
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,Convertible,Coupe,PerformanceWe're totally onboard with this.Continue reading Chevrolet considering a budget V8 Camaro to regain sales Chevrolet considering a budget V8 Camaro to regain sales originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 13:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Magna Q2 profits hit record on 3% revenue gain

  11-08-2017 19:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  Magna International's second-quarter net income edged up 0.5 percent to a record $561 million. Revenue during the quarter rose 3 percent to $9.68 billion, driven in part by higher sales in Asia.
  
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• Automotive Active Rear Spoiler Market - Trends and Forecasts by Technavio - Business Wire (press release)

  11-08-2017 19:23 via businesswire.com
  Business Wire (press release)
  Automotive Active Rear Spoiler Market - Trends and Forecasts by Technavio
  Business Wire (press release)
  Technavio has published a new report on the global automotive active rear spoiler market from 2017-2021. (Graphic: Business Wire) ???pagination.previous??? ???pagination.next??? Technavio has published a new report on the global automotive active ...and more »
  
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• Autoblog Podcast #523 | BMWs, Trackhawk and Mazda's new engine technology

  11-08-2017 18:30
  
  Filed under:Podcasts,BMW,Jeep,Mazda,RAM,Budget,Luxury,PerformanceMazda has some cool stuff coming.Continue reading Autoblog Podcast #523 | BMWs, Trackhawk and Mazda's new engine technology Autoblog Podcast #523 | BMWs, Trackhawk and Mazda's new engine technology originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 12:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford won't review training center finances amid UAW-FCA charges; GM mum

  11-08-2017 18:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford will not review the finances of a joint employee training center with the UAW after indictments related to an alleged plot to funnel millions of dollars from the UAW-Chrysler National Training Center to officials at the automaker and union.
  
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• Radio solution solves automotive industry challenge - New Electronics

  11-08-2017 18:09 via newelectronics.co.uk
  Radio solution solves automotive industry challenge
  New Electronics
  A scalable, flexible and cost-effective car radio solution for the global automotive infotainment market has been introduced by Silicon Labs. The new portfolio of Global Eagle and Dual Eagle AM/FM receivers and digital radio tuners, and Digital Falcon ...
  
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• UK drivers to escape EU speed camera fines due to Brexit

  11-08-2017 18:00
  
  Brexit brings with it many changes, and the latest to emerge is that speeding British drivers caught on speed cameras in European Union countries are unlikely to face penalties. This is because the UK’s departure from the EU ends an arrangement that previously allowed continental countries to pursue speeding offences committed by UK drivers abroad.
  The Cross Border Enforcement directive was introduced in 2015, and allowed authorities in EU countries to pursue drivers for motoring offences,
  
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• BMW M760i Drivers' Notes | V12 luxury with a mighty big backseat

  11-08-2017 17:45
  
  Filed under:BMW,Quick Spins,Sedan,LuxuryPower, elegance and a huge backseat.Continue reading BMW M760i Drivers' Notes | V12 luxury with a mighty big backseat BMW M760i Drivers' Notes | V12 luxury with a mighty big backseat originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 11:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NVIDIA Q2 GAAP net income up 15% to US$261m

  11-08-2017 17:22
  NVIDIA has reported second-quarter net income up 15% to US$583m with record revenue of up 56% to US$2.2bn.
  
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• 2018 Ram 3500 takes the truck torque crown

  11-08-2017 17:15
  
  Filed under:RAM,TruckThe others are close, but the 3500 is the new champ.Continue reading 2018 Ram 3500 takes the truck torque crown 2018 Ram 3500 takes the truck torque crown originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 11:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NVIDA Q2 GAAP net income up 15% to US$261m

  11-08-2017 16:52
  NVIDIA has reported second-quarter net income up 15% to US$583m with record revenue of up 56% to US$2.2bn.
  
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• How will car ownership look in the future?

  11-08-2017 16:25
  
  Manufacturers are facing a revolution in the way people own and use cars. We speak to the senior execs in charge to get their views... 2017-08-13 11:00 The way consumers own and use their vehicles is on the cusp of a revolution as car manufacturers across the industry evaluate ways of introducing autonomous tech and mobility to younger generations and those living in crowded cities.
  Today’s core sales model, of one family or one consumer owning a vehicle, looks to be under threat as maker
  
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• UK drivers unaware of EU speeding law that could mean a £640 fine

  11-08-2017 15:58
  
  Over 80 per cent of drivers admitted they had not heard of the new law that allows foreign police to send speeding fines back to the UK 2017-08-11 17:00 The majority of British motorists heading out to Europe are unaware of a new law that could land them a £640 fine if caught speeding, new research has revealed.
  A new EU cross-border directive on traffic offences means that Brits who get caught speeding in the European Union now face fines of up to £640. The new law allows foreign p
  
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• VW offer new Golf 1.5 engine with coasting function

  11-08-2017 15:53
  Volkswagen is extending the range of engines for the Golf hatchback and estate car with a new 1.5TSI petrol powerplant delivering 96kW/130PS.
  
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• Watch car plunge from 7th floor of parking garage — and it's not the first time

  11-08-2017 15:50
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Weird Car News,SafetyIncredibly, the woman driving survived.Continue reading Watch car plunge from 7th floor of parking garage — and it's not the first time Watch car plunge from 7th floor of parking garage — and it's not the first time originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 09:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lotus sells loads more cars, earns way more money

  11-08-2017 15:15
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Lotus,Coupe,Lightweight,PerformanceGood news for the little sports car company.Continue reading Lotus sells loads more cars, earns way more money Lotus sells loads more cars, earns way more money originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 09:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Mat Market Forecast will Surpass US$ 30000 Mn by 2022 - Find Market Research By Abhishek Budholiya (press release) (blog)

  11-08-2017 15:13 via findmarketresearch.org
  Find Market Research By Abhishek Budholiya (press release) (blog)
  Automotive Mat Market Forecast will Surpass US$ 30000 Mn by 2022
  Find Market Research By Abhishek Budholiya (press release) (blog)
  Automotive mats, also known as vehicle mats, are designed and manufactured to prevent the interior of vehicles from water, dirt and corrosion, safeguarding valuable investment of the customers. The demand for high-quality automotive mats, particularly ...and more »
  
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• 2017 Chevy SS Quick Spin | Mourning our favorite Australian

  11-08-2017 15:01
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,Quick Spins,Sedan,PerformanceIf exhaust notes count, the 2017 Chevrolet SS sings one hell of a swan song.Continue reading 2017 Chevy SS Quick Spin | Mourning our favorite Australian 2017 Chevy SS Quick Spin | Mourning our favorite Australian originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 09:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW diesel investigation adds another suspect in Germany

  11-08-2017 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  German prosecutors investigating the VW diesel-rigging scandal have again expanded the criminal fraud probe by adding another suspect, bring the total number of people under investigation to 38.
  
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• Magna enjoys a record second quarter

  11-08-2017 14:53
  Magna International said it booked record second quarter sales up 3% year on year to US$9.68bn to 30 June, 2017 despite North American and European light vehicle production declining by 3% and 1%, respectively.
  
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• U.S. government seeks comments for fuel-economy standards review

  11-08-2017 14:51
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Fuel EfficiencyEPA is asking the public for comments on Obama-era policy.Continue reading U.S. government seeks comments for fuel-economy standards review U.S. government seeks comments for fuel-economy standards review originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 08:51:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global Automotive Infotainment Testing Platform Market - Expected to Grow at a CAGR of 11.2% by 2021 - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  11-08-2017 14:39 via prnewswire.co.uk
  Global Automotive Infotainment Testing Platform Market - Expected to Grow at a CAGR of 11.2% by 2021
  PR Newswire UK (press release)
  The global automotive infotainment testing platform market to grow at a CAGR of 11.29% during the period 2017-2021. Global Automotive Infotainment Testing Platform Market 2017-2021, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs ...and more »
  
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• For some suppliers, a cautious eye on the EV's prospects

  11-08-2017 14:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  Some of the world's top auto-parts suppliers aren't buying all the enthusiasm about the electric vehicles hyped by Tesla CEO Elon Musk and larger automakers trying to keep up.
  
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• Nvidia shares fall on data center revenue

  11-08-2017 14:29
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous"Nvidia was priced for perfection heading into earnings."Continue reading Nvidia shares fall on data center revenue Nvidia shares fall on data center revenue originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 08:29:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Honda Jazz facelifted for 2018 with styling tweaks

  11-08-2017 14:29
  
  Updated Honda Jazz to make Frankfurt Motor Show debut ahead of early 2018 arrival in the UK 2017-08-14 07:00 A fresh-faced Honda Jazz has been revealed ahead of the Frankfurt Motor Show, updating the exterior styling, interior trim, and fitting a new petrol engine under the bonnet of its supermini, injecting a little performance into the range. 
  Styling changes are minor but just about noticeable. A revised front grille is joined by headlights with new lighting signatures, which all sits a
  
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• Renault adds 'Black Edition' styling tweaks to Clio RS

  11-08-2017 14:26
  
  New styling packs for the firm's Fiesta ST rival can be fitted for a few hundred pounds 2017-08-11 17:35 Renault has released a new styling pack for the Renaultsport Clio, which updates both the regular 200 and 220 Trophy versions of the firm’s Ford Fiesta ST rival with black exterior touches.
  Unsurprisingly, it’s called the Black Edition option pack, and costs £350 - £200 if you have a Clio 220 Trophy, as it is already fitted with the 17-inch black alloy wheels inc
  
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• Toyota, Intel, others to form auto big-data consortium

  11-08-2017 14:05
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Toyota,Emerging Technologies,Technology,AutonomousThe latest alliance in the growing field of automotive data-sharing.Continue reading Toyota, Intel, others to form auto big-data consortium Toyota, Intel, others to form auto big-data consortium originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Aug 2017 08:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Future models, Toyota waistlines, diesel deals - the week

  11-08-2017 13:41
  Our 'future models' analysis is always popular and, this week, we put Land Rover and Range Rover SUVs for the 2020s - not that far away - under the microscope. We talked connected car user experience with Harman and I, having fired a heap of flak at Toyota stylists over their (cars') waistlines, was put thoroughly in my place by my own traitorous kids.
  
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• Automotive strategy drives strong financial results for Novelis - Resource Magazine

  11-08-2017 13:30 via resource.co
  Automotive strategy drives strong financial results for Novelis
  Resource Magazine
  A focused automotive strategy has contributed to aluminium rolling and recycling business Novelis posting strong financial figures for the first quarter of the 2017/18 fiscal year, recording a net income of $101 million (£77.5 million), up from $24 ...
  
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• Skoda electric car range to grow with ‘Felicia E’ hatch and coupe-SUV by 2020

  11-08-2017 13:12
  
  Skoda has big plans in the EV arena with a pure electric hatchback, coupe SUV and sports car all coming soon 2017-08-12 16:05 Skoda is gearing up for a double electric onslaught by the start of the next decade, launching a pure-electric hatchback and a coupe-SUV that’s likely to become the most expensive vehicle in the brand’s 122-year history.
  The Czech manufacturer will launch its electrified vehicle strategy with a Superb plug-in hybrid and an electric version of its Citigo in 20
  
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• New Mercedes-AMG S 63 2017 review

  11-08-2017 13:05
  
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  The Mercedes-AMG S 63 now has a smaller 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, but does it detract from its appeal?You could say Mercedes-AMG peddles a nice line in performance cars. There’s definitely variety because, including AMG 43, 63 and 65 models, there are more than 30 AMGs in total, all fulfilling a different purpose. And somewhere between the A 45 hatchback and bonkers AMG GT R supercar are the S 63 and S 65 limos.
  They’ve a
  
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• Audi Q2 range updated with hot new 2.0 TFSI quattro model

  11-08-2017 12:58
  
  187bhp, all-wheel-drive model is the most powerful Q2 yet, and whets the appetite for S and RS models2017-08-11 11:56 Audi has expanded the Q2 range with the addition of a new all-wheel-drive petrol option, using a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine.
  The new 2.0 TFSI quattro Q2 is the most powerful in the range for now – at least until the anticipated arrival of S Q2 and RS Q2 models further down the line. 187bhp is sent to the all-wheel-drive system via a seven-speed S tronic ge
  
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• TMD Friction CEO appointed to EuroBrake Advisory Board

  11-08-2017 12:52
  TMD Friction Group president and CEO, John Hudson, has been appointed to the EuroBrake Advisory Board.
  
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• Thyssenkrupp Q3 net income up 8% to EUR134m

  11-08-2017 12:50
  Thyssenkrupp has recorded third-quarter net income year-on-year up 8% to EUR134m (US$158m), although due to a single impact from the sale of CSA (Siderúrgica do Atlântico) in the second quarter the Group reported a net loss of EUR721m for the first nine months.
  
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• BMW Group global sales up 0.4% in July 2017

  11-08-2017 12:30
  The BMW Group had a record July with sales of 180,726 BMWs and Minis, a 0.4% increase year on year. The year to date tally of 1,401,551 (+4.3%) vehicles was also a record.
  
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• VW group YTD sales rise 1.3%

  11-08-2017 12:24
  The Volkswagen group has boosted year to date sales 1.3% year on year to 5.98m vehicles after July sales up 4.3% to 820,900 units.
  
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• Leoni Q2 net income doubles to EUR59m

  11-08-2017 12:22
  Leoni has posted second-quarter consolidated net income more than doubling to EUR58.6m (US$69m) with sales rising 8% to EUR1.2bn.
  
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• Ford Focus RS Mountune M400 turns power up to 395bhp

  11-08-2017 12:12
  
  Mountune turns the wick up on the Focus RS, to leave it breathing down the neck of the new Audi RS3 2017-08-11 11:10 Ford tuner Mountune has revealed a fresh upgrade package for the Focus RS. Called M400, it’s priced at £2,912, and ups power from the 2.3-litre turbo to 395bhp and 560Nm of torque.
  Mountune doesn’t quote any updated performance figures, but the package is expected to dramatically improve on the standard car’s 4.7 second 0-62mph time given the 50bhp and 120
  
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• Volvo XC60 vs Audi Q5 vs Mercedes GLC

  11-08-2017 12:02
  
  Cool new Volvo XC60 aims to hit the heights of the larger, seven-seat XC90 SUV. We see how it fares against the Audi Q5 and Mercedes GLC 2017-08-12 10:00 The previous XC60 was one of Volvo’s biggest-selling cars, and actually saw growing sales in the last years of its life – where most models will slowly decline.
  That highlights the continuing growth in popularity of premium SUVs, as buyers line up to get into family cars offering loads of space, chic styling and plush interiors pac
  
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• Toyota and 7-Eleven ink CO2 reduction study

  11-08-2017 11:32
  Toyota and 7-Eleven Japan have concluded a basic agreement for studies on energy conservation and CO2 emissions reduction in convenience store distribution and operation.
  
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