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• Some of our favorite Ford truck and SUV concepts coming to SEMA

  27-10-2017 23:30
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,SEMA Show,Ford,Crossover,SUV,Truck,Off-Road,PerformanceThe F-150 is the most popular platform.Continue reading Some of our favorite Ford truck and SUV concepts coming to SEMASome of our favorite Ford truck and SUV concepts coming to SEMAoriginally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 17:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Group 1 Automotive Inc. (GPI) Moves Lower on Volume Spike for October 27 - Equities.com

  27-10-2017 23:30
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  Group 1 Automotive Inc. (GPI) Moves Lower on Volume Spike for October 27
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  Group 1 Automotive Inc. (GPI) traded on unusually high volume on Oct. 27, as the stock lost 0.34% to close at $78.46. On the day, Group 1 Automotive Inc. saw 572,357 shares trade hands on 5,840 trades. Considering that the stock averages only a daily ...
  Earnings Clues on Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (GPI), Bankrate, Inc. (RATE) Analyst's PredictionsStockNewsJournal
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• Asbury Automotive Group Inc (ABG) Moves Lower on Volume Spike for October 27 - Equities.com

  27-10-2017 23:30
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  Asbury Automotive Group Inc (ABG) Moves Lower on Volume Spike for October 27
  Equities.com
  Asbury Automotive Group Inc (ABG) traded on unusually high volume on Oct. 27, as the stock lost 1.14% to close at $60.90. On the day, Asbury Automotive Group Inc saw 346,084 shares trade hands on 3,933 trades. Considering that the stock averages only ...
  Rr Partners LP Cut By $3.86 Million Its Asbury Automotive Group (ABG) Holding; Avigilon (TSE:AVO) Had 2 Analysts ...Key Gazette
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• Jesse Jackson ready to go to Germany to discuss BMW boycott

  27-10-2017 23:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, who called for a boycott of BMW over a lack of diversity in its dealer body, said he is willing to go to Germany to meet BMW executives.
  
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• NHTSA moves to overhaul rules for self-driving cars

  27-10-2017 22:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  NHTSA is considering eliminating regulations that currently block self-driving vehicles designed without steering wheels, brake pedals or other driver controls from hitting the road.
  
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• Elan Technology named Georgia Automotive Innovator of the Year - Savannah Morning News

  27-10-2017 22:28
  Elan Technology named Georgia Automotive Innovator of the Year
  Savannah Morning News
  Elan Technology, a Midway-based glass manufacturer, was honored this week by Governor Nathan Deal as Georgia Innovator of the Year during the second annual Georgia Automotive Awards held in Atlanta. The manufacturer supplies the automotive ...and more »
  
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• Rules hindering self-driving cars targeted for cuts by NHTSA

  27-10-2017 22:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  NHTSA is considering eliminating regulations that currently block self-driving vehicles designed without steering wheels, brake pedals or other driver controls from hitting the road.
  
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• Tenneco Q3 adjusted net income rose 3.5% to $88 million

  27-10-2017 22:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ride-control and emissions control systems supplier Tenneco said its adjusted net income for the third quarter rose 3.5 percent to $88 million.
  
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• Life after death for the 'Love Bug' in Ethiopia

  27-10-2017 22:01
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Ownership,Volkswagen,Used Car Buying,Africa,Coupe,Classics"They never fail you - they take you anywhere and have excellent functionality."Continue reading Life after death for the 'Love Bug' in Ethiopia Life after death for the 'Love Bug' in Ethiopia originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 16:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Cars you may have missed at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show

  27-10-2017 21:58
  
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  A look at some of the more unusual cars you may have missed at the Tokyo Motor ShowAll motor shows have areas where things get a bit odd, and Tokyo is known for some of the craziest. The 2017 event featured less bizarre creations than some in the past, but there was still a few weird and wonderful creations hidden away. 
  We've seen all of the big concepts from established brands, and for a reminder of those you can check out our Tokyo Motor Show coverage. Here, though, you
  
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• Tesla opens free-standing gallery in suburban Detroit mall

  27-10-2017 21:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla opened a standalone gallery in at the Somerset Collection in suburban Detroit -- right next to an Apple store.
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1966 Ford F-100 Flareside

  27-10-2017 21:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Ford,Truck,ClassicsPlenty of 1960s Detroit pickup trucks still get the job done, but they have to wear out sooner or later.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1966 Ford F-100 Flareside Junkyard Gem: 1966 Ford F-100 Flareside originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 10-year-old hits 100 mph: Boy leads Ohio troopers on a chase

  27-10-2017 20:40
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,Safety,Police/EmergencyWhen the interstate was no longer an option, he drove down the ditch.Continue reading 10-year-old hits 100 mph: Boy leads Ohio troopers on a chase 10-year-old hits 100 mph: Boy leads Ohio troopers on a chase originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• European Equity Benchmarks Close Higher; Automotive, Real Estate Stocks Buoy Markets - Nasdaq

  27-10-2017 20:04
  European Equity Benchmarks Close Higher; Automotive, Real Estate Stocks Buoy Markets
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  The broad-based major European indices closed higher in Friday's trading session, automotive stocks and real estate firms helped buoy the markets. In economic news, Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union and the European Central Bank, ...
  
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• NHTSA launches pilot program to alert owners of uncompleted auto recalls

  27-10-2017 18:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  NHTSA said it is funding a pilot program that will notify drivers in Maryland if they have open uncompleted recalls at the time they register their vehicles.
  
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• Superformance Corvette Grand Sport First Drive: A roarty, snorting real-life unicorn

  27-10-2017 18:30
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,First Drives,Coupe,Classics,PerformanceFor those who want something with car-guy cred out the sidepipes and only five known examples.Continue reading Superformance Corvette Grand Sport First Drive: A roarty, snorting real-life unicorn Superformance Corvette Grand Sport First Drive: A roarty, snorting real-life unicorn originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 12:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Lexus CT 200h 2017 facelift review

  27-10-2017 18:23
  
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  Do a series of tweaks to the premium Lexus CT 200h hybrid hatch go far enough? This week, Lexus boss Yoshihiro Sawa told Auto Express that the future of his brand’s smallest car is in doubt. The popularity of crossovers and SUVs means sales of the CT 200h have suffered – despite its fuel-sipping petrol-electric powertrain.
  In order to maintain momentum before the hybrid hatch is replaced (or axed), Lexus has carried out so
  
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• 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Drivers' Notes | High-horsepower hauler

  27-10-2017 18:01
  
  Filed under:Jeep,Quick Spins,SUV,PerformanceIt's a Grand Cherokee with a Hellcat engine. What more do you need to know?Continue reading 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Drivers' Notes | High-horsepower hauler 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Drivers' Notes | High-horsepower hauler originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Drivers' Notes | Haulin' the groceries

  27-10-2017 18:01
  
  Filed under:Jeep,Quick Spins,SUV,PerformanceIt's a Grand Cherokee with a Hellcat engine. What more do you need to know?Continue reading 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Drivers' Notes | Haulin' the groceries 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Drivers' Notes | Haulin' the groceries originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford-backed Argo AI acquires lidar company

  27-10-2017 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Argo AI, an artificial-intelligence firm majority owned by Ford, has acquired a lidar supplier whose technology can help autonomous vehicles operate in bad weather and at high speeds.
  
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• Citroen preparing EV push with 80 per cent electrified range by 2023

  27-10-2017 17:48
  
  James Brodie2017-10-27 16:45
  PSA Group is pushing its brands towards electrification, with EV and PHEV tech on most cars in next six yearsCitroen is readying itself to take part in a PSA Group wide electrification push, with the French firm’s boss revealing that a broad selection of Citroen models will be available with fully electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains early in the next decade.At the launch of the newly facelifted C4 Cactus hatchback, Citroen CEO Linda Jackson told Auto Expres
  
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• New DealerSocket CEO: 'We're not changing the strategy'

  27-10-2017 17:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  In this QandA, DealerSocket's new CEO talks about goals, online retailing and the possibility of offering a dealership management system for franchised dealerships.
  
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• Tesla’s first Detroit-area showroom: You can look, but you can't buy

  27-10-2017 17:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/Legal,Marketing/Advertising,Tesla,ElectricUnder Michigan law, it's a gallery, not a store.Continue reading Tesla’s first Detroit-area showroom: You can look, but you can't buy Tesla’s first Detroit-area showroom: You can look, but you can't buy originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 11:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Eagle Ridge Investment Management Buys S&P 500 Insurance, O'Reilly Automotive Inc, Charles ... - Nasdaq

  27-10-2017 17:03
  Eagle Ridge Investment Management Buys S&P 500 Insurance, O'Reilly Automotive Inc, Charles ...
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  Eagle Ridge Investment Management initiated holdings in S&P 500 Insurance. The purchase prices were between $34.27 and $34.69, with an estimated average price of $34.52. The stock is now traded at around $34.56. The impact to the portfolio due to this ...and more »
  
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• Automotive, IoT Continue to Boost Cypress | EE Times - EE Times

  27-10-2017 17:01
  EE Times
  Automotive, IoT Continue to Boost Cypress | EE Times
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  TORONTO — Cypress Semiconductor continues its road trip away from low-margin, commoditized business with a third-quarter earnings report that it described ...and more »
  
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• Automotive, IoT Continue to Boost Cypress - EE Times

  27-10-2017 17:01
  EE Times
  Automotive, IoT Continue to Boost Cypress
  EE Times
  TORONTO — Cypress Semiconductor continues its road trip away from low-margin, commoditized business with a third-quarter earnings report that it described as “stellar,” driven by the Internet of Things (IoT), the automotive market, and USB-C. In a ...and more »
  
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• Extent of VW emissions cheating discussed earlier than known, report says

  27-10-2017 16:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  VW engineers told top managers that diesel emissions manipulations went far beyond issues in the U.S. two days before VW made a public announcement, a German newspaper reported.
  
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• FCA to close trucking hub near Toledo plant

  27-10-2017 16:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  FCA filed notice with state regulators in Ohio this week that it intends to close a truck transportation hub in Toledo, cutting 92 jobs, beginning in January.
  
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• Here's what you had to say about the Tokyo Motor Show

  27-10-2017 16:50
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Tokyo Auto Salon,Tokyo Motor Show,Honda,Mazda,Mitsubishi,Subaru,ToyotaWe do, in fact, read the comments.Continue reading Here's what you had to say about the Tokyo Motor Show Here's what you had to say about the Tokyo Motor Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tom Brady, Aston Martin team up for special-edition Vanquish S

  27-10-2017 16:40
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Aston Martin,Convertible,Luxury,PerformanceBond isn't the only one to get Aston Martins from Q.Continue reading Tom Brady, Aston Martin team up for special-edition Vanquish S Tom Brady, Aston Martin team up for special-edition Vanquish S originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Nissan Leaf sales are off to great start

  27-10-2017 16:20
  
  Filed under:Green,Tokyo Motor Show,Nissan,Green Automakers,Hatchback,ElectricLeaf sales are exceeding expectations.Continue reading New Nissan Leaf sales are off to great start New Nissan Leaf sales are off to great start originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tokyo, financial results and reshuffles - THE WEEK - just-auto.com

  27-10-2017 16:04
  just-auto.com
  Tokyo, financial results and reshuffles - THE WEEK
  just-auto.com
  It has been another a busy week in the auto biz. The Tokyo Show fed us its usual diet of the cutting edge, the imaginative and the downright wonderful. I thought the Mazda Vision Coupe concept was particularly eye-catching. And we got the low-down on ...and more »
  
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• GEAR 2030 highlights need for support for automotive sustainability goals - Intelligent Transport (press release)

  27-10-2017 16:00
  Intelligent Transport (press release)
  GEAR 2030 highlights need for support for automotive sustainability goals
  Intelligent Transport (press release)
  Following the latest GEAR 2030 report, published last week by the European Commission, ERTICO – ITS has reacted favourably to its content, highlighting the assertion that support is needed for connected, electric and automated vehicle uptake. GEAR 2030 ...
  
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• Tokyo, financial results and reshuffles - THE WEEK

  27-10-2017 15:49
  It has been another a busy week in the auto biz.
  
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• Amazon will ride along with Ken Block in 8-part 'Gymkhana Files'

  27-10-2017 15:45
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/Movies,Videos,Ford,Performance,SpecialtyUntold stories and previously unseen footage of his exploits.Continue reading Amazon will ride along with Ken Block in 8-part 'Gymkhana Files' Amazon will ride along with Ken Block in 8-part 'Gymkhana Files' originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 09:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Kia Stinger GT First Drive Review | Sleeper of the year

  27-10-2017 15:20
  
  Filed under:Kia,First Drives,Hatchback,SedanPleasing everyone but the brand snobs.Continue reading 2018 Kia Stinger GT First Drive Review | Sleeper of the year 2018 Kia Stinger GT First Drive Review | Sleeper of the year originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 09:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Dodge Demon lightweight by SpeedKore Performance comes to SEMA

  27-10-2017 15:00
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Celebrities,SEMA Show,Dodge,Coupe,Lightweight,PerformanceSpeedKore Performance makes the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon lighter.Continue reading Dodge Demon lightweight by SpeedKore Performance comes to SEMA Dodge Demon lightweight by SpeedKore Performance comes to SEMA originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S. probes Ford Fusion cars over steering wheels that may detach

  27-10-2017 14:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it is opening a preliminary investigation into 841,000 Ford cars over concerns steering wheels could detach while driving.
  
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• O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) Catches Eye: Stock Jumps 5.6% - Nasdaq

  27-10-2017 14:55
  Market Realist
  O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) Catches Eye: Stock Jumps 5.6%
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  O'Reilly Automotive, Inc.ORLY was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise nearly 6% on the day. The move came on solid volume too with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This stock, which remained volatile ...
  A Look at O'Reilly Automotive's Valuation after 3Q17 ResultsMarket Realist
  O'Reilly Automotive beats 3Q profit forecastsYahoo News UK
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• U.S. probes Ford Fusions for potential detached steering wheels

  27-10-2017 14:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it is opening a preliminary investigation into 841,000 Ford cars over concerns steering wheels could detach while driving.
  
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• Musk's plant makeover even more of a long shot as Model 3 lags

  27-10-2017 14:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla's plan to make half a million cars next year became all-the-more ambitious after the sluggish start the company got off to with its most important electric vehicle yet, the Model 3 sedan.
  
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• Kobe Steel sent products with tampered data to nuclear companies

  27-10-2017 14:40
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/Legal,SafetyCars, trains, planes ... and nuclear plants.Continue reading Kobe Steel sent products with tampered data to nuclear companies Kobe Steel sent products with tampered data to nuclear companies originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 08:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Subaru, like Nissan, admits improper checks on Japan cars, expects recalls

  27-10-2017 14:15
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Subaru,Safety,Sedan,WagonThe certification is a government requirement but does not affect product quality and is not needed for export vehicles.Continue reading Subaru, like Nissan, admits improper checks on Japan cars, expects recalls Subaru, like Nissan, admits improper checks on Japan cars, expects recalls originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 08:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BRIEF-Dorman Products announces the acquisition of MAS Automotive Distribution - Reuters

  27-10-2017 14:13
  BRIEF-Dorman Products announces the acquisition of MAS Automotive Distribution
  Reuters
  ... * Dorman products, Inc. announces the acquisition of MAS Automotive Distribution Inc. Source text for Eikon: Further company coverage: Our Standards:The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. 1024 : 1124. narrow-browser-and-phone ...
  
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• Yokogawa gives scopes CXPI automotive serial bus analysis option - Electronics Weekly

  27-10-2017 14:03
  Electronics Weekly
  Yokogawa gives scopes CXPI automotive serial bus analysis option
  Electronics Weekly
  Yokogawa has added a CXPI serial bus analysis to the range of option to its DLM2000 and DLM4000 series mixed-signal oscilloscopes. Recommended Articles. ENA-TDR_MOI_BRR_Image_V3_2 · Keysight provides validation route for automotive Ethernet.and more »
  
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• Ford Fusion steering wheels could detach, NHTSA says

  27-10-2017 13:50
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Ford,Safety,SedanOne wheel detached while the driver was turning.Continue reading Ford Fusion steering wheels could detach, NHTSA says Ford Fusion steering wheels could detach, NHTSA says originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Oct 2017 07:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Here/Mitsubishi Electric team for autonomous vehicles - just-auto.com

  27-10-2017 13:43
  Here/Mitsubishi Electric team for autonomous vehicles
  just-auto.com
  Here Technologies and Mitsubishi Electric (Melco) are to link their technologies for autonomous vehicles into an integrated offering for automakers. According to the preliminary agreement, the companies aim to offer services to support cars with ADAS ...and more »
  
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• Best cars of the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show

  27-10-2017 13:42
  
  Joe Holding2017-10-27 12:45
  Lots of new cars and concepts have been on display at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. Our experts reveal the bestThe 2017 Tokyo Motor Show has been a frantic operation, with several new cars and concepts being revealed at the Tokyo ‘Big Sight’ International Exhibition Centre. Our team has been working tirelessly across the stands, and now that things have settled down, they’ve had time to pick out the best cars of the show.
  There has been plenty to choose
  
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• Read: The Automotive Management Live 2017 show preview - AM-online

  27-10-2017 13:35
  AM-online
  Read: The Automotive Management Live 2017 show preview
  AM-online
  We are just days away from AM's second one-day trade show at the NEC Birmingham. Once against hosted in partnership with the National Franchised Dealers Association, the event on November 9 adds to last year with two new insight theatre sessions ...
  
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• TomTom/Zenrin join on Japan mapping and traffic services

  27-10-2017 13:34
  TomTom and Japanese mapping company, Zenrin are to collaborate on traffic services and mapping in Japan. 
  
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