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• Tesla to open larger gallery in Michigan

  08-09-2017 23:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla is opening a larger gallery at a mall in suburban Detroit, continuing efforts to edge into Michigan despite the state's ban against direct-to-consumer sales.
  
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• Auto logistics operators brace for Hurricane Irma

  08-09-2017 22:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  Auto distributors and ports in the Southeast are scrambling to prepare for Hurricane Irma, a devastating storm that is forecast to directly hit South Florida on Sunday and move into Georgia by Monday.
  
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• Video shows wild arrest atop a van on a Detroit interstate

  08-09-2017 21:29
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Weird Car News,Police/EmergencyContinue reading Video shows wild arrest atop a van on a Detroit interstate Video shows wild arrest atop a van on a Detroit interstate originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 15:29:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Dodge Avengers Assemble! (And Reassemble! Again!)

  08-09-2017 20:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  Forget Cap and Thor and Iron Man, et al.; a real-life Avengers mystery is unfolding in Fiat Chrysler's monthly sales reports.
  
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• Nissan Leaf and the future of auto shows | Autoblog Podcast #525

  08-09-2017 20:56
  
  Filed under:Green,Podcasts,Frankfurt Motor Show,Alfa Romeo,BMW,Nissan,Hatchback,Sedan,Electric,LuxuryWe drove the Alfa Romeo Giulia and the BMW M550i.Continue reading Nissan Leaf and the future of auto shows | Autoblog Podcast #525 Nissan Leaf and the future of auto shows | Autoblog Podcast #525 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 14:56:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TVR Griffith revealed: Beloved British sports car company is back

  08-09-2017 20:15
  
  Filed under:Coupe,Performance,SupercarsTVR enters the 21st century with a modern, less bonkers sports car.Continue reading TVR Griffith revealed: Beloved British sports car company is back TVR Griffith revealed: Beloved British sports car company is back originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 14:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW i5 electric sedan could be previewed at Frankfurt

  08-09-2017 19:40
  
  Filed under:Green,Rumormill,Frankfurt Motor Show,BMW,Green Automakers,Sedan,Autonomous,Electric,FutureIt could have a range of up to 435 miles.Continue reading BMW i5 electric sedan could be previewed at Frankfurt BMW i5 electric sedan could be previewed at Frankfurt originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 13:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW could preview i5 electric sedan at Frankfurt

  08-09-2017 19:40
  
  Filed under:Green,Rumormill,Frankfurt Motor Show,BMW,Green Automakers,Sedan,Autonomous,Electric,FutureIt could have a range of up to 435 miles.Continue reading BMW could preview i5 electric sedan at Frankfurt BMW could preview i5 electric sedan at Frankfurt originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 13:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Audi RS4 Avant: Wraps are about to come off this 450-hp wagon

  08-09-2017 19:20
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Frankfurt Motor Show,Wagon,Luxury,PerformanceIt may get revealed next week at FrankfurtContinue reading Audi RS4 Avant: Wraps are about to come off this 450-hp wagon Audi RS4 Avant: Wraps are about to come off this 450-hp wagon originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 13:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chevy Bolt may outsell every other EV short of the Tesla Model S

  08-09-2017 19:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,Hatchback,ElectricAnd the car has only been available nationwide for a short time.Continue reading Chevy Bolt may outsell every other EV short of the Tesla Model S Chevy Bolt may outsell every other EV short of the Tesla Model S originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 13:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• French regulators find 'suspect' software in PSA vehicles - reports

  08-09-2017 18:38
  A French investigation into alleged emissions cheating by PSA Group found suspect software had been used on almost 2m Citroen and Peugeot vehicles, news reports said.
  
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• New SEAT Ateca FR 2017 review

  08-09-2017 18:15
  
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  Image 1 of 17 8 Sep, 2017 5:00pmRichard Ingram
  SEAT's Ateca SUV gets a bit sportier in FR trim but is that a good thing? SEAT has big plans for its new high-performance Cupra sub-brand and among the rumoured new models will be a 300bhp Ateca Cupra, complete with lowered suspension and four-wheel drive. Until that car arrives, however, SEAT bosses have plugged the gap with a sporty-looking FR trim – offering more aggressive body styling, lowered suspension and colour-coded cla
  
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• 2018 Audi S5 Coupe Drivers' Notes | Athletic luxury

  08-09-2017 18:05
  
  Filed under:Audi,Quick Spins,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceThis V6 runs a lot of boost.Continue reading 2018 Audi S5 Coupe Drivers' Notes | Athletic luxury 2018 Audi S5 Coupe Drivers' Notes | Athletic luxury originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 12:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• AutoNation shuts down in Florida

  08-09-2017 18:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  The largest U.S. dealership group plans to close 76 stores in Florida -- nearly all of its outlets in the state -- at least through Saturday as it braces for Hurricane Irma.
  
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• Uber to axe diesel cars

  08-09-2017 17:33
  Uber will stop using diesel cars in the UK capital within two years so the majority of its rides are in electric or hybrid vehicles.
  
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• South Korea import sales rise 10% in August

  08-09-2017 17:33
  Sales of imported vehicles in South Korea increased by 10% to 17,547 units in August from 15,932 units a year earlier, according to data released by Korea Automobile Importers and Distributors Association.
  
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• Denso gets $950,000 grant from Michigan for N.A. headquarters expansion

  08-09-2017 17:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  The state of Michigan will offer Denso International America a $950,000 grant as the Toyota-affiliated supplier expands its North American headquarters in suburban Detroit.
  
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• 2012 Chevy Volt drives 400,000 miles with little battery degradation

  08-09-2017 17:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,Sedan,Electric,HybridThe owner has a 220-mile commute.Continue reading 2012 Chevy Volt drives 400,000 miles with little battery degradation2012 Chevy Volt drives 400,000 miles with little battery degradationoriginally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 11:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Uber drivers to be forced into hybrids or EVs in UK by 2022

  08-09-2017 17:22
  
  Martin Saarinen2017-09-08 16:20
  London will be first to see a fully hybridised or electric Uber fleet in 2020, with the rest of the UK to follow two years laterDiesel and petrol drivers working for Uber in London will have to switch to a hybrid or a fully electric car by 2020, the company announced today. 
  As part of its new £150 million “clean air” fund, Uber said it’s 40,000 drivers in London will only be offered hybrid or electric models on UberX by 2020. However,
  
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• FBI probing if Uber used software to interfere with rivals, report says

  08-09-2017 17:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  The FBI is probing to see if Uber Technologies Inc had used software to illegally interfere with its competitors, The Wall Street Journal reported.
  
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• Volvo Cars to buy Luxe assets to boost digital services

  08-09-2017 17:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  Geely-owned Volvo said it would buy some assets of Luxe, a U.S. based premium valet and concierge service, to boost the development of its digital services.
  
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• How Honda lost its mojo — and is on a mission to get it back

  08-09-2017 16:55
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Plants/Manufacturing,Honda,TechnologyThe company has a plan to rediscover its engineering heritage.Continue reading How Honda lost its mojo — and is on a mission to get it back How Honda lost its mojo — and is on a mission to get it back originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 10:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Uber to stop using diesel cars in London by 2019, be all-EV by 2025

  08-09-2017 16:20
  
  Filed under:Green,Green Driving,Commercial VehiclesIt says half the miles driven there now by UberX are in greener cars.Continue reading Uber to stop using diesel cars in London by 2019, be all-EV by 2025 Uber to stop using diesel cars in London by 2019, be all-EV by 2025 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 10:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TVR’s 10-year model plan revealed

  08-09-2017 15:43
  
  James Batchelor2017-09-08 14:45
  Convertible, S and R performance versions of the TVR Griffith are in the pipeline, along with an all-new model Revived British sports car brand TVR will launch a range of new models including a second all-new car over the next decade, Auto Express can reveal. 
  Over the next 10 years TVR will launch performance derivatives of its new Griffith, along with a convertible variant. The new models will be backed up by a racing car programme and an expanding sal
  
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• 2018 Kia Rio First Drive | Keep compact and carry on

  08-09-2017 15:25
  
  Filed under:Kia,First Drives,Hatchback,Sedan,BudgetDespite the crossover craze, Kia still sees value in the subcompact car segment.Continue reading 2018 Kia Rio First Drive | Keep compact and carry on 2018 Kia Rio First Drive | Keep compact and carry on originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 09:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• FBI investigating whether Uber used 'Hell' software to interfere with rivals

  08-09-2017 15:08
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Emerging Technologies,Smartphone,Technology,Commercial VehiclesDid the program amount to hacking?Continue reading FBI investigating whether Uber used 'Hell' software to interfere with rivals FBI investigating whether Uber used 'Hell' software to interfere with rivals originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 09:08:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The autonomous car gets closer - the week

  08-09-2017 15:05
  'Twas the week before Frankfurt and nothing was stirring... Not quite, with quite a few absentees from the Messe this year, new model announcements (or plans for same) this week included the long-awaited redesigned Nissan Leaf, some blue-sky thinking from Jaguar and another step towards the fully autonomous car from Audi.
  
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• Peugeot Citroen emissions probe reveals 1.9m cars could have "fraudulent" software

  08-09-2017 14:27
  
  Martin Saarinen2017-09-08 13:50
  Reports in the French media estimate the PSA Group faces up to 5 billion Euros in fines if found guilty of emissions manipulationAn investigation into possible emissions cheating by PSA Group has found suspect software has been used in almost two-million vehicles sold by Peugeot, Citroen, and DS, according to reports in the French newspaper Le Monde.
  The PSA Group has been under investigation by France’s DGCCRF watchdog over possible emissions cheating follo
  
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• French probe alleges 2 million PSA cars had engine cheats

  08-09-2017 14:25
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Citroen,Peugeot,Emissions,DieselA document discussed the need to "make the 'defeat device' aspect less obvious and visible."Continue reading French probe alleges 2 million PSA cars had engine cheats French probe alleges 2 million PSA cars had engine cheats originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 08:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW's X7 shows up in plug-in concept form

  08-09-2017 13:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  The long-awaited BMW X7 shows up in concept form with a plug-in powertrain and a massive kidney grille.
  
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• Audi claims world first for A8 AI traffic jam pilot

  08-09-2017 12:56
  Volkswagen Group's premium brand Audi is claiming a world first for the new A8 flagship saloon's AI traffic jam pilot with SAE level 3 conditional automation.
  
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• Citroen latest to launch UK scrappage scheme

  08-09-2017 12:53
  Citroën UK is the latest automaker to launch a new scrappage scheme that encourages customers to replace their older cars and vans with more efficient Euro 6 models.
  
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• Renault Koleos vs Skoda Kodiaq vs Ford Kuga

  08-09-2017 12:52
  
  2017-09-09 10:00
  The Koleos name is back on all-new full-sized Renault SUV, but how does it compare to the Skoda Kodiaq and Ford Kuga?Renault has been winning over SUV buyers with its Captur and Kadjar crossovers in recent years, and the set is now complete with the launch of its new flagship, the Koleos. This large SUV takes the name of a model discontinued in 2010, but it’s nothing like that slow-selling off-roader. It’s full of the latest tech, and aims to take on the big names in
  
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• “The comparatively tiny lone wolf that is Suzuki is doing nicely”

  08-09-2017 12:11
  
  Mike Rutherford2017-09-10 16:00
  Mike Rutherford examines the profits of top vehicle manufacturers, and thinks the future is looking bleak for MazdaEver thought about how much richer the world’s top vehicle makers became last year at the expense of their humble customers? In view of the fact that Apple revelled in heinously high annual profits of $45.7billion (£35.5billion), while the greedy Industrial & Commercial Bank of China wasn’t too far behind on $41.9bn (£32.5b
  
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• BMW reveals the Concept X7 iPerformance, a flagship plug-in hybrid crossover

  08-09-2017 12:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Frankfurt Motor Show,BMW,Crossover,SUV,Concept Cars,Electric,Future,Hybrid,LuxuryHow do you like that big grille?Continue reading BMW reveals the Concept X7 iPerformance, a flagship plug-in hybrid crossover BMW reveals the Concept X7 iPerformance, a flagship plug-in hybrid crossover originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 06:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW Concept X7 iPerformance revealed: It's a flagship plug-in hybrid crossover

  08-09-2017 12:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Frankfurt Motor Show,BMW,Crossover,SUV,Concept Cars,Electric,Future,Hybrid,LuxuryHow do you like that big grille?Continue reading BMW Concept X7 iPerformance revealed: It's a flagship plug-in hybrid crossover BMW Concept X7 iPerformance revealed: It's a flagship plug-in hybrid crossover originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 08 Sep 2017 06:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TVR Griffth to finally launch in 2024 - pictures

  08-09-2017 11:15
  
  Pictures of the upcoming TVR Griffith
  
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• TVR Griffith now set for 2023 launch - pictures

  08-09-2017 11:15
  
  Pictures of the upcoming TVR Griffith
  
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• Renault launch Formula Editions of its vans starting at £17,695

  08-09-2017 11:04
  
  2017-09-08 10:00
  New colour scheme and trim are available in celebration of the Renault Pro+ and Renault Sport Formula One partnershipThe partnership between Renault Pro+ and Renault Sport Formula One has created a range of vans – aptly named the Formula Edition vans. It includes variants of the Kangoo, Kangoo Maxi, Trafic, and Master currently on sale.
  • Best small vans on sale 2017
  For your hard earned money, Renault offers a striking colour scheme which combines the energetic
  
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• Renault Formula Edition vans offer F1 liveries and upgrades

  08-09-2017 11:04
  
  2017-09-08 10:00
  New colour scheme and trim now available in celebration of the Renault Pro+ and Renault Sport Formula One partnershipThe partnership between Renault Pro+ and Renault Sport Formula One has created a range of vans – aptly named the Formula Edition vans. It includes variants of the Kangoo, Kangoo Maxi, Trafic, and Master currently on sale.
  For your hard earned money, Renault offers a striking colour scheme which combines the energetic yellow commonplace on its F1 cars, with e
  
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• Digitimes Research: 79GHz to replace 24GHz for automotive millimeter radar sensors - Digitimes

  08-09-2017 10:37 via digitimes.com
  Digitimes Research: 79GHz to replace 24GHz for automotive millimeter radar sensors
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  Allocated for use in short-range high-resolution automotive radar at the 2015 World Radiocommunication Conference organized by the International Telecommunication Union, 79GHz (77.5-78.0GHz) frequency band units are expected to gradually replace ...
  
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• Automotive Rear View Mirror Market to Reach US$11.13 Billion by 2022 - Transparency Market Research - MarketWatch

  08-09-2017 10:31 via marketwatch.com
  Automotive Rear View Mirror Market to Reach US$11.13 Billion by 2022 - Transparency Market Research
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  As per the evaluations of the TMR report, the global automotive rear view mirror market was worth US$8.96 bn in 2017. The demand is projected to increment at a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period of 2017 to 2022 to reach an estimated global worth ...and more »
  
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• Ford CEO plans to share vision with UAW before Wall Street

  08-09-2017 05:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  Before he lays out his plans for Ford to Wall Street analysts and investors, new CEO Jim Hackett is going to share his vision for the automaker with leaders of the UAW.
  
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• VW engineer to appeal U.S. prison sentence

  08-09-2017 04:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  Former VW engineer James Liang plans to appeal a 40-month prison sentence for his role in Volkswagen's multiyear scheme to sell diesel cars that generated more pollution than U.S. clean air rules allowed.
  
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• Streetwise: Van Horn Automotive buys Ford Lomira, brings jobs - Fond du Lac Reporter

  08-09-2017 03:06 via fdlreporter.com
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  Streetwise: Van Horn Automotive buys Ford Lomira, brings jobs
  Fond du Lac Reporter
  LOMIRA - The Van Horn Automotive group announced Wednesday the recent purchase of Ford Lomira, making the dealership the twelfth to become apart of the group. The Ford Lomira dealership, purchased off of Ernie Von Schledorn, has a total of nearly ...
  
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• Lincoln plans electrified versions of all models by 2022, say sources

  08-09-2017 00:37
  
  Filed under:Green,Ford,Lincoln,Green Automakers,Electric,Future,Hybrid,LuxuryCompany officials are also considering whether to introduce one or more all-electric Lincoln models.Continue reading Lincoln plans electrified versions of all models by 2022, say sources Lincoln plans electrified versions of all models by 2022, say sources originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 07 Sep 2017 18:37:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Environmental groups sue U.S. over delayed fines for gas guzzlers

  08-09-2017 00:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Three environmental groups filed suit against the federal government Thursday for delaying the rollout of higher 'gas-guzzler' penalties for automakers that produce new vehicles that fail to meet minimum fuel-economy standards.
  
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• Top 5 Vendors in the Global Fuel Cells Market for Automotive Industry from 2017-2021: Technavio - Business Wire (press release)

  08-09-2017 00:03 via businesswire.com
  Business Wire (press release)
  Top 5 Vendors in the Global Fuel Cells Market for Automotive Industry from 2017-2021: Technavio
  Business Wire (press release)
  Technavio has published a new report on the global fuel cells market for automotive industry from 2017-2021. (Graphic: Business Wire). Technavio has published a new report on the global fuel cells market for automotive industry from 2017-2021. (Graphic ...and more »
  
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• Mercedes teases Concept EQ A electric car again

  08-09-2017 00:01
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,Frankfurt Motor Show,Mercedes-Benz,Hatchback,Concept Cars,ElectricIt looks sporty and minimalist.Continue reading Mercedes teases Concept EQ A electric car again Mercedes teases Concept EQ A electric car again originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 07 Sep 2017 18:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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