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• NADA fights to save floorplan interest deduction in Senate tax bill

  21-11-2017 22:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  NADA hopes to whip up grassroots support to block a provision in the U.S. Senate's tax bill that would limit the ability of dealers to write off interest expense on vehicle inventories.
  
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• Aston Martin Vantage GTE race car revealed

  21-11-2017 21:46
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Aston Martin,Coupe,RacingIt will start racing in 2018.Continue reading Aston Martin Vantage GTE race car revealed Aston Martin Vantage GTE race car revealed originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 15:46:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ala., N.C. present stark differences in bid for $1.6 billion Toyota-Mazda factory

  21-11-2017 20:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Alabama and North Carolina are reported to be the last candidates in the bidding for the Toyota-Mazda joint factory, presenting stark differences in their offerings.
  
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• McLaren 720S GT3 race car shown off in renderings

  21-11-2017 19:31
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,McLaren,Coupe,RacingThe car starts racing in 2019.Continue reading McLaren 720S GT3 race car shown off in renderings McLaren 720S GT3 race car shown off in renderings originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 13:31:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2017 Urb-E Sport GT First Ride | Charging through the last mile

  21-11-2017 19:30
  
  Filed under:Green,First Ride,TechnologyWe first saw the Urb-E at CES. Smitten by its unusual, space-efficient design, range, and the obvious craftsmanship, we ordered one.Continue reading 2017 Urb-E Sport GT First Ride | Charging through the last mile 2017 Urb-E Sport GT First Ride | Charging through the last mile originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 13:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford may exit some S. American markets, analyst says

  21-11-2017 19:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford is on the verge of taking dramatic action to turn around its money-losing business in South America, including possibly exiting some markets, an analyst said after meeting with two company executives.
  
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• Toyota tells Kentucky plant workers: Cut costs or face an uncertain future

  21-11-2017 19:02
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,ToyotaThe company says it can make more money selling a Japanese-built Camry than a U.S. one.Continue reading Toyota tells Kentucky plant workers: Cut costs or face an uncertain future Toyota tells Kentucky plant workers: Cut costs or face an uncertain future originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 13:02:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Kia Stonic review

  21-11-2017 18:57
  
  For Good value for money, agile handling, seven-year warrantyOur Rating 
  3 Against Jittery ride quality, functional but uninspiring cabin materials, low driving position2017
  The Kia Stonic is a decent all-rounder, but compact SUV rivals have it beaten for style, space and efficiencyThe Kia Stonic enters the small SUV fray looking to pinch customers from the likes of the Nissan Juke and Citroen C3 Aircross, but has its work cut out if it’s going to make a real impact. Based o
  
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• FCC to vote to repeal 'net neutrality' rules that threatened connected car development

  21-11-2017 18:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  The chairman of the FCC plans to repeal a 2015 order that barred internet service providers from blocking or slowing down consumer access to web content. It appears to be a victory for automakers.
  
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• 2019 Lamborghini Urus shows off its drive modes

  21-11-2017 18:27
  
  Filed under:Lamborghini,Crossover,SUV,PerformanceIs this a worthy successor to the LM002?Continue reading 2019 Lamborghini Urus shows off its drive modes 2019 Lamborghini Urus shows off its drive modes originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:27:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla invites Model 3 reservation holders to design their cars

  21-11-2017 18:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla started summoning non-employee Model 3 reservation holders to configure their cars, a sign of progress for the sedan plagued by production problems.
  
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• 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic Coupe Review | Turbo fever is highly contagious

  21-11-2017 18:00
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,First Drives,First Ride,New Car Reviews,SUV,Luxury,PerformanceThe bite of the 4.0-liter virus turns the donor Mercedes-Benz GLC all belligerent and shockingly fast.Continue reading 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic Coupe Review | Turbo fever is highly contagious 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic Coupe Review | Turbo fever is highly contagious originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Em
  
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• Me and my VR robotic shadow: Toyota’s T-HR3 copies our movements, can even dab

  21-11-2017 17:26
  
  Filed under:Videos,Toyota,Emerging TechnologiesThe humanoid robot pairs with a virtual reality platform and has medical, construction, disaster and space applications.Continue reading Me and my VR robotic shadow: Toyota’s T-HR3 copies our movements, can even dab Me and my VR robotic shadow: Toyota’s T-HR3 copies our movements, can even dab originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 11:26:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&n
  
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• Subaru Ascent crossover's roofline revealed

  21-11-2017 17:05
  
  Filed under:2017 LA Auto Show,Subaru,Crossover,SUVThe full reveal is next week.Continue reading Subaru Ascent crossover's roofline revealed Subaru Ascent crossover's roofline revealed originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 11:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Morrisons supermarket lures shoppers by cutting price of fuel by 10p per litre

  21-11-2017 17:04
  
  Hugo Griffiths2017-11-21 16:25
  As petrol prices reach three-year high, Morrisons is offering drivers 10p off the price of a litre of fuelMorrisons is offering motorists 10p off every litre of fuel as part of its Black Friday week of offers.
  You’ll need to spend £50 or more in a Morrisons supermarket in order to qualify for the discount, whereupon you’ll be given a voucher to redeem at one of the shop’s petrol stations.
  • Petrol prices climb to three-year high
  A cut o
  
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• Lexus NX 300h 2017 facelift review

  21-11-2017 17:03
  
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  Image 1 of 16 21 Nov, 2017 4:00pmJonathan Burn
  Can updates to the Lexus NX 300h save it from mediocrity in a competitive class? We drive it in the UK to find out…The backbone of any premium car company’s product line-up these days is a mid-size SUV. The NX is Lexus’ offering, and to keep it fresh in a sector where buyers have the option between the plush Volvo XC60 and racy Alfa Romeo Stelvio, it has been given a bit of TLC.
  Lexus sells its mid-size offering on i
  
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• KSS agrees Takata assets buy

  21-11-2017 16:44
  Key Safety Systems (KSS) and Takata Corporation have signed a definitive agreement under which KSS will acquire most of Takata's global assets and operations for an aggregate purchase price of US$1.588bn.
  
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• Toyota reveals new human-controlled T-HR3 robot for use in outer space

  21-11-2017 16:43
  
  James Wilson2017-11-21 13:00
  Toyota has unveiled its new humanoid robot called T-HR3, which has been designed to provide assistance in difficult situationsToyota has exhibited its technological prowess by showing off a new robot, the T-HR3. The third generation humanoid robot has been designed to provide vital assistance in a variety of environments – such as hospitals or outer space.
  Importantly, T-HR3 is controlled from a ‘Master Manoeuvring System’ (MMS) which takes its inpu
  
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• New Porsche 718 Boxster Spyder spied

  21-11-2017 16:34
  
  Dan Smith2017-11-21 15:30
  A replacement for the Boxster Spyder is due next year, expected to feature increased output from a six-cylinder engineSpy shots have emerged of the new Porsche 718 Boxster Spyder under going development testing ahead of its release next year. And it’s likely to be the most powerful Boxster ever made.  
  The test mule is virtually undisguised, with the tell tale rear buttresses and canvas roof marking it out as the flagship Spyder. Other tweaks such as the
  
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• Chrysler Pacifica owners report sudden power loss; FCA can’t figure out why

  21-11-2017 16:10
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Chrysler,Driving,Safety,Minivan/VanNo injuries or crashes have been linked to the issue, which Chrysler says it's investigating.Continue reading Chrysler Pacifica owners report sudden power loss; FCA can’t figure out why Chrysler Pacifica owners report sudden power loss; FCA can’t figure out why originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 10:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Subaru Ascent takes shape ahead of L.A. intro

  21-11-2017 16:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  The official unveiling of the 2019 Subaru Ascent is just days away but spy photographers have spotted the three-row crossover out testing.
  
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• New Volvo XC40 SUV 2017 review

  21-11-2017 15:51
  
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  Image 1 of 6 21 Nov, 2017 2:45pmJohn McIlroy
  The premium small SUV sector has a new challenger in the form of the Volvo XC40. We’ve driven it for the first timeVolvo is on a roll at the moment, reaping the rewards of patient but heavy investment in new chassis and fresh engines through its XC90 and XC60 SUVs, as well as the S90 saloon and V90 estate.
  The next phase in the Swedish brand’s recovery from near-obscurity starts here, though - with the XC40. And Auto Express h
  
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• This 10.8-mile Ford GT could be yours

  21-11-2017 15:48
  
  Filed under:Ford,Auctions,Coupe,Classics,SupercarsIt will be auctioned in Fort Lauderdale.Continue reading This 10.8-mile Ford GT could be yours This 10.8-mile Ford GT could be yours originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 09:48:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Key Safety Systems signs deal to acquire Takata for $1.6 billion

  21-11-2017 14:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  Key Safety Systems said it signed the long awaited definitive agreement to acquire Takata for $1.6 billion. The announcement comes weeks after the formal deal was submitted in bankruptcy court.
  
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• Guangzhou eyes more FCA cooperation

  21-11-2017 14:34
  Guangzhou Automobile Group is talking with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles to intensify their links in China as the world's largest car market looks to relax some regulations and the Chinese firm prepares to sell its own Trumpchi brand in the US.
  
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• India-based Mahindra opens Detroit HQ, wants to sell EVs in U.S.

  21-11-2017 14:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,India,South Korea,United StatesMahindra is a major tractor manufacturer and has been building EVs for years.Continue reading India-based Mahindra opens Detroit HQ, wants to sell EVs in U.S. India-based Mahindra opens Detroit HQ, wants to sell EVs in U.S. originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 08:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Honda China JVs recalling 255,000 cars for mirror work

  21-11-2017 14:23
  Honda Motor joint venture companies in China will recall 254,650 Honda brand vehicles starting on 8 January, 2018, the automaker said.
  
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• EV Q3 sales set a record

  21-11-2017 14:08
  Electric vehicles sales surged to a record in the third quarter of 2017, due mainly to strong demand in China.
  
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• Car names were code for FIFA bribes to soccer officials, witness testifies

  21-11-2017 14:05
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/Legal"Honda" and "Fiat" were major beneficiaries on financial manager's spreadsheet.Continue reading Car names were code for FIFA bribes to soccer officials, witness testifies Car names were code for FIFA bribes to soccer officials, witness testifies originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 08:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford, Mahindra open to teaming up on electric cars in India

  21-11-2017 13:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford and its Indian partner Mahindra and Mahindra could create their own EV line in India to help battle pollution from the vehicles clogging the nation's roads.
  
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• Daimler and BAIC firm up China EV production plans

  21-11-2017 13:16
  Daimler and Chinese joint venture partner BAIC Motor will spend CNY5bn to produce electric vehicles and batteries to meet local EV production quotas, a top executive has said.
  
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• All-new Aston Martin Vantage turns up the volume

  21-11-2017 13:01
  
  Filed under:Aston Martin,New Car Reviews,Luxury,PerformanceA 503-hp, 513-lb-ft variant of the 4.0 twin-turbo V8 is specially mapped and tuned for a more trilling and less bombastic engine note.Continue reading All-new Aston Martin Vantage turns up the volume All-new Aston Martin Vantage turns up the volume originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 07:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Hungary pursues flexible tax line to attract manufacturing

  21-11-2017 12:45
  Hungary's Investment Agency says highly competitive tax rates continue to attract automotive manufacturing to the country as the centrally-located countries of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) jockey for access to labour.
  
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• NAFTA nations lock horns on U.S. auto demands as fifth round ends

  21-11-2017 12:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  Negotiators square off on Tuesday for the last time in a fifth round of talks to rework NAFTA, with a stalemate brewing on a contentious proposal to ramp up regional content for autos.
  
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• Geely assembly begins in Belarus

  21-11-2017 12:18
  Geely's joint venture assembly plant with Belarus has started producing crossovers with Russia targeted as a key market, a media report said.
  
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• New Aston Martin Vantage revealed to take on Porsche 911

  21-11-2017 11:50
  
  Jonathan Burn2017-11-21 12:00
  A brand new Aston Martin Vantage has been unveiled with a 503bhp twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8, with prices set to start at £120kAston Martin has revealed the all-new version of its Porsche 911 rival, the Vantage. Following on from the DB11, it’s the second of seven core new models to arrive from the British brand before 2023.
  The latest Vantage is more powerful, lighter and faster than the model it replaces. Unsurprisingly it’s also more expensive; cust
  
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• New Jeep Compass pricing and specification released

  21-11-2017 11:41
  
  Dan Smith2017-11-21 10:30
  Jeep’s new SUV is on sale now from £22,995 with deliveries starting next FebruaryJeep has announced pricing for its new Skoda Karoq rival, the Compass SUV, will start from £22,995. Prices rise to £35,595 for top spec models.The Compass line-up includes two petrol and three diesel engines, with front-wheel drive available on selected models. The range kicks off with entry-level Sport trim, which is only available with the 118bhp 1.6-litre Multijet
  
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• Skoda to produce pure EV in Czech Republic from 2019

  21-11-2017 11:10
  Skoda is to produce pure electric models at its Mladá Boleslav site form 2019, as well as manufacture electrical components for plug-in hybrids.
  
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• Porsche uses AR technology to improve workshop services

  21-11-2017 10:58
  Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) has announced the introduction of "Tech Live Look," an Augmented Reality (AR) technology designed to improve technical services at Porsche dealerships and workshops in the US.
  
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• Porsche uses AR techn to improve workshop services

  21-11-2017 10:58
  Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) has announced the introduction of "Tech Live Look," an Augmented Reality (AR) technology designed to improve technical services at Porsche dealerships and workshops in the US.
  
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• Mahindra opens manufacturing facility in Michigan

  21-11-2017 10:52
  Mahindra Automotive North America (MANA) has opened a new North American HQ and manufacturing operation in Michigan. It is also reported that its expansion plans for the US could include selling an electric vehicle.
  
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• Ford US launches first plug-in hybrid police vehicle

  21-11-2017 10:47
  Ford has revealed a plug-in hybrid vehicle for police forces capable of driving up to 21 miles without a drop of gasoline. It is not a pursuit-rated vehicle (a separate Ford hybrid project).
  
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• Hitachi to produce EV motors in China

  21-11-2017 10:24
  Hitachi Automotive Electric Motor Systems plans to produce drive motors for electric vehicles (EVs) in China's Guangdong province by 2020.
  
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• Lincoln's freshened 2019 MKC gets new mesh grille, tech

  21-11-2017 06:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  The freshened 2019 MKC compact crossover, due in showrooms next summer, features new infotainment and safety technology and the mesh grille found on Lincoln's newest products.
  
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• 2019 Lincoln MKC crossover dials up the luxury perks

  21-11-2017 06:01
  
  Filed under:Lincoln,Crossover,LuxuryPremium 'Black Label' personalizations inspired by the arts, travel, fine food and culture.Continue reading 2019 Lincoln MKC crossover dials up the luxury perks2019 Lincoln MKC crossover dials up the luxury perksoriginally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2017 00:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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