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• Boeing forms joint venture with automotive seating supplier - Flightglobal

  16-01-2018 23:57 via flightglobal.com
  Boeing forms joint venture with automotive seating supplier
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  Boeing will form a joint venture with automotive seating supplier Adient to develop a new line of seating for aircraft cabins, addressing a critical gap in supplier capacity as the industry continues to ramp-up production through at least 2020. “Seats ...and more »
  
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• BlackBerry exec Chennakeshu warns against cybersecurity 'Band-Aid'

  16-01-2018 23:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  Automakers and suppliers must make enhancing cybersecurity a key focus if the connected, autonomous vehicles of the future are to be safe, the president of BlackBerry Technology Solutions said.
  
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• We obsessively covered the 2018 Detroit Auto Show

  16-01-2018 23:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Ownership,Detroit Auto Show,Technology,Convertible,Crossover,Hatchback,Minivan/Van,Sedan,SUV,Truck,Wagon,Luxury,PerformanceTrucks, trucks, and more trucks. But don't worry, there's a lot more to the Detroit Auto Show than pickups.Continue reading We obsessively covered the 2018 Detroit Auto Show We obsessively covered the 2018 Detroit Auto Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 17:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email th
  
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• AutoNation CEO Mike Jackson sees EVs, autonomous cars as pivotal chance

  16-01-2018 23:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  The auto industry can slash pollution and fatalities through production of electric and autonomous vehicles, said AutoNation CEO Mike Jackson.
  
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• Electric Ferrari supercar is under consideration

  16-01-2018 23:24
  
  Graham Hope2018-01-16 22:17
  Ferrari isn’t averse to the idea of an electric supercar to rival the new Tesla Roadster says bossFerrari is investigating building an all-electric supercar, Fiat Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne has admitted.
  The flamboyant exec had already made waves at the Detroit Motor Show by confirming his brand’s controversial SUV will be ready by late 2019 or early 2020. But Marchionne admitted the brand still has some way to go before an EV will reach production. &l
  
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• VW's Woebcken credits U.S. rebound to regional autonomy

  16-01-2018 23:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  Hinrich Woebcken said heeding its dealers with a product lineup and business model that catered more to U.S. tastes helped the automaker rebound in sales and market share in 2017.
  
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• Jeep three-row Chinese SUV will be called Grand Commander

  16-01-2018 23:00
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Jeep,China,SUVSounds a little like Great Leader.Continue reading Jeep three-row Chinese SUV will be called Grand Commander Jeep three-row Chinese SUV will be called Grand Commander originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 17:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nissan Xmotion SUV concept

  16-01-2018 22:29
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoThe Nissan Xmotion (pronounced “cross motion”) is a three-row SUV concept that showcases the automakers design future. It draws inspiration from classical Japanese landscape. For more coverage of the NAIAS 2018 head over to https://www.autoblog.com/detroit-auto-show/Continue reading Nissan Xmotion SUV concept Nissan Xmotion SUV concept originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 16:29:42 EST.Please see our terms for use of feed
  
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• The Listening and Learning Tour

  16-01-2018 21:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  Washington politicians and bureaucrats are crawling all over the North American International Auto Show floor this week. House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Greg Walden, R-Ore., and Rep.
  
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• 2019 Ford Ranger vs. Tacoma, Colorado, and Frontier: What we know (or at least can guess)

  16-01-2018 21:55
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,Ford,Nissan,Toyota,North America,Truck,ComparisonThese trucks are very close to each other.Continue reading 2019 Ford Ranger vs. Tacoma, Colorado, and Frontier: What we know (or at least can guess) 2019 Ford Ranger vs. Tacoma, Colorado, and Frontier: What we know (or at least can guess) originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Trump administration's California fuel-efficiency talks intensify

  16-01-2018 21:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  California and the Trump administration will hold a series of new talks over fuel efficiency rules as the auto industry still hopes for a deal to retain nationwide requirements.
  
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• Chevrolet ready for Winter Olympics but mum on Super Bowl

  16-01-2018 21:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Chevrolet will once again go for advertising gold at the Winter Olympic Games, but it won't tip its hand on the Super Bowl.
  
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• 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt | 2018 NAIAS

  16-01-2018 20:56
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoThe 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt 50th anniversary edition will be available this summer. It builds off of an awesome heritage and adds more power. Pricing will be available soon. More coverage of NAIAS 2018.Continue reading 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt | 2018 NAIAS 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt | 2018 NAIAS originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:56:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Co
  
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• Ferrari is planning an all-electric supercar and an SUV

  16-01-2018 20:28
  
  Filed under:Green,Technology,SUV,Luxury,PerformanceSergio Marchionne says Ferrari will both build its first electric supercar and debut its first ever SUV, with the latter arriving sometime in either 2019 or 2020.Continue reading Ferrari is planning an all-electric supercar and an SUV Ferrari is planning an all-electric supercar and an SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:28:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Former NHTSA head grills legislators at Detroit auto show

  16-01-2018 20:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  For safety advocates, the promise of expedited accident-prevention technology doesn't justify relaxed standards.
  
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• IndyCar's 2018 race car bows in Detroit

  16-01-2018 20:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  Some bold-faced names from open-wheel racing and the auto industry were on hand Tuesday for the introduction of the car to be used by teams during the 2018 IndyCar racing season.
  
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• GM picks Michigan plant to build Silverado diesel engine

  16-01-2018 19:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  The new turbodiesel engine coming in the redesigned 2019 Chevrolet Silverado will be manufactured in a General Motors engine plant in Flint, Mich.
  
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• Detroit auto show swag: 2018 edition

  16-01-2018 19:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  It's not an auto show without swag, gewgaw and tchotchkes.
  
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• BMW buys parking app in hopes of tackling urban traffic

  16-01-2018 19:17
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,BMW,TechnologyContinue reading BMW buys parking app in hopes of tackling urban traffic BMW buys parking app in hopes of tackling urban traffic originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 13:17:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ferrari plans EV supercar

  16-01-2018 19:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ferrari will make a battery-powered supercar to challenge Tesla Inc. at the high end of the electric-auto market, CEO Sergio Marchionne said.
  
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• 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: designing a stout icon without reinventing the wheel

  16-01-2018 18:45
  
  Filed under:Detroit Auto Show,Mercedes-Benz,SUV,Luxury,Off-RoadMercedes has to be extremely careful when redesigning such an important nameplate.Continue reading 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: designing a stout icon without reinventing the wheel 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class: designing a stout icon without reinventing the wheel originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Where are the cool concepts in Detroit?

  16-01-2018 18:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  This is the Detroit auto show, right? So where are the concept cars?
  
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• GM chiefs see 2018 profits flat but a better 2019

  16-01-2018 18:33
  General Motors forecast 2018 profits would will be largely flat compared with 2017 but higher in 2019 after the redesigned, high margin pickup trucks announced in Detroit this week go on sale in the US.
  
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• Meter glitch halts new London black cab rollout

  16-01-2018 18:30
  
  Martin Saarinen2018-01-16 17:30
  A meter glitch has put a halt to the rollout of London's new plug-in taxis, with just one licensed so farA meter glitch is preventing the first batch of zero-emissions taxis from taking to the streets of London, two weeks after the city introduced new zero-emissions standards on all new taxis. 
  Since January this year, only taxis with zero-emissions capabilities are allowed to join the existing fleet of 23,000 black cabs. The only model approved for use so fa
  
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• 2019 VW Jetta vs. 2018 Honda Civic vs. 2019 Kia Forte: How they compare

  16-01-2018 18:25
  
  Filed under:Detroit Auto Show,Honda,Kia,Volkswagen,Sedan,ComparisonHow do Kia's and VW's bestsellers stack up?Continue reading 2019 VW Jetta vs. 2018 Honda Civic vs. 2019 Kia Forte: How they compare 2019 VW Jetta vs. 2018 Honda Civic vs. 2019 Kia Forte: How they compare originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Jeep to attack UK and European markets in 2018 after doing “lousy job” in 2017

  16-01-2018 18:19
  
  Graham Hope2018-01-16 17:10
  Jeep boss Sergio Marchionne says he’s “really ticked off” about European sales in 2017 but he has big plans in the futureJeep is planning another concerted assault on the European market after posting 2017 sales figures described as “shameful” by Fiat Chrysler boss Sergio Marchionne. 
  Growth of only two per cent in 2017 in Europe contrasted poorly with performance in the rest of the world. And now Marchionne has decided to act. The n
  
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• CES - Harman EVP on the next level of car connectivity

  16-01-2018 18:15
  Just under a year ago, Harman International became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics. Focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, the pair have already leveraged their combined teams and resources to drive future mobility forward. They used the most recent CES to reveal a variety of novel connected car solutions that support their joint mission to become the leader in connectivity and autonomous driving: connecting the lives of people, whethe
  
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• Where's Chevy's midengine Corvette?

  16-01-2018 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Chevrolet's Corvette C8 was a no-show in Detroit this week.
  
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• German strike niggle continues over pay hike and work hours

  16-01-2018 17:59
  Workers at German firms including car makers and suppliers have been striking today to support a key union's demands for a pay hike and cuts to working hours.
  
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• Trump fuel economy target set for March release

  16-01-2018 17:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  NHTSA will propose new fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks by the end of March, signaling how the Trump administration plans to alter automobile efficiency rules.
  
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• 2019 VW Jetta's low price, new features key to brand's U.S. strategy

  16-01-2018 17:00
  
  Filed under:Detroit Auto Show,Volkswagen,SedanWe chat with the North American CEO about the car and VW's MQB platform.Continue reading 2019 VW Jetta's low price, new features key to brand's U.S. strategy 2019 VW Jetta's low price, new features key to brand's U.S. strategy originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 11:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 VW Jetta price, new features key to brand's U.S. strategy

  16-01-2018 17:00
  
  Filed under:Detroit Auto Show,Volkswagen,SedanWe chat with the North American CEO about the car and VW's MQB platform.Continue reading 2019 VW Jetta price, new features key to brand's U.S. strategy 2019 VW Jetta price, new features key to brand's U.S. strategy originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 11:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Jaguar E-Pace D240 diesel review

  16-01-2018 16:45
  
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  Image 1 of 24 16 Jan, 2018 3:45pmJames Brodie
  The Jaguar E-Pace SUV could become the brand's biggest seller, but will customers be better off with the D240 or D180?2018 is a big year for Jaguar on two fronts. This summer, the firm’s first all-electric car will arrive in showrooms in the form of the I-Pace but before that Jag is launching what could become its biggest selling model – its new mid-sized E-Pace SUV.Jaguar bosses are keen to stress that the newest member of
  
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• New Jaguar E-Pace 240D diesel review

  16-01-2018 16:45
  
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  Image 1 of 24 16 Jan, 2018 3:45pmJames Brodie
  The Jaguar E-Pace SUV could become the brand's biggest seller, but will customers be better off with the 240D or 180D?2018 is a big year for Jaguar on two fronts. This summer, the firm’s first all-electric car will arrive in showrooms in the form of the I-Pace but before that Jag is launching what could become its biggest selling model – its new mid-sized E-Pace SUV.Jaguar bosses are keen to stress that the newest member of
  
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• Limited Land Rover Defender Works V8 launched with 400bhp

  16-01-2018 16:24
  
  Andy Pringle2018-01-17 08:30
  New Land Rover Defender Works V8 marks company’s 70 anniversary and will be limited to just 150 carsThe iconic Land Rover Defender went out of production two years ago, but it’s not quite dead yet. To mark the company’s 70th anniversary this year, it’s launching the fastest and most powerful version it’s ever produced.
  The Defender Works V8 is a special model from the Land Rover Classic division, limited to just 150 examples. Starting at
  
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• Land Rover Defender back with limited 400bhp V8

  16-01-2018 16:24
  
  Andy Pringle2018-01-17 00:01
  New Land Rover Defender Works V8 marks company’s 70 anniversary and will be limited to just 150 carsThe iconic Land Rover Defender went out of production two years ago, but it’s not quite dead yet. To mark the company’s 70th anniversary this year, it’s launching the fastest and most powerful version it’s ever produced.
  The Defender Works V8 is a special model from the Land Rover Classic division, limited to just 150 examples. Starting at
  
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• Automakers' investments in EVs and hybrids — at least $90 billion

  16-01-2018 16:20
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Detroit Auto Show,Green Automakers,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Electric,Future,HybridLook out, Tesla. "We're all in. The only question is, will the customers be there with us?"Continue reading Automakers' investments in EVs and hybrids — at least $90 billion Automakers' investments in EVs and hybrids — at least $90 billion originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 10:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |
  
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• DETROIT - Adient looks to future with AI18 autonomous concept

  16-01-2018 16:02
  Adient has presented its AI18 interior seating concept for urban, electrically powered and autonomous vehicles at the NAIAS in Detroit and told just-auto that its future looking concept could be highly geared to ride-hail operators in the future.
  
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• Hackett almost didn't take Ford CEO job, suggested someone else for role

  16-01-2018 16:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  When Jim Hackett was offered the position as CEO of Ford last May, he almost declined. "I needed time with my family and a deep moment to think about it," he said.
  
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• Jeep tweaks an anchor

  16-01-2018 15:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  Jeep CEO Mike Manley introduces the freshened 2019 Cherokee, a pillar in the Jeep lineup
  
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• GAC Enverge Chinese SUV concept launched at Detroit Motor Show

  16-01-2018 15:32
  
  Dan Smith2018-01-16 14:45
  GAC has created its first crossover SUV concept. The Enverge offers coupe styling and electric propulsionChinese manufacturer Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) has unveiled the Enverge, an electric concept crossover SUV, at this year’s Detroit Motor Show. The Enverge is said to preview a future production model for the North American market. 
  The GAC Enverge is aimed at ‘young consumers’ and caters for its target market with bold styling and featur
  
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• The 7 at 60: celebrating the iconic Lotus and Caterham Seven

  16-01-2018 15:26
  
  2018-01-16 16:30
  To celebrate over 60 years of the Seven, we take a special edition to the set of the show that made it famousEarly Monday morning, London. It’s a crisp start and I’m circling Parliament Square for what seems like the 18th time, just to bag that ‘perfect shot’. We’re causing quite a stir: cyclists give us a wave, taxi drivers wind down their windows for a chat and even some Japanese tourists are momentarily distracted from their guided tour of Westmi
  
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• DETROIT - BMW stresses contribution to US economy

  16-01-2018 15:03
  BMW chose to use the NAIAS - where it unveiled its X2 and i8 coupe models for the first time - to highlight its contribution to the US economy as a vehicle manufacturer.
  
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• GM sees 'strong year' in 2018, then gold in Chevy Silverado for 2019

  16-01-2018 15:00
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Detroit Auto Show,Buick,Cadillac,Chevrolet,GM,GMC,TruckContinue reading GM sees 'strong year' in 2018, then gold in Chevy Silverado for 2019 GM sees 'strong year' in 2018, then gold in Chevy Silverado for 2019 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 09:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Ram 1500: FCA design boss discusses truck's 'well-dressed' new look

  16-01-2018 14:30
  
  Filed under:Detroit Auto Show,RAM,Technology,TruckAn all-new Ram pickup has to fit in with the heritage of the vehicle.Continue reading 2019 Ram 1500: FCA design boss discusses truck's 'well-dressed' new look 2019 Ram 1500: FCA design boss discusses truck's 'well-dressed' new look originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2018 08:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• DETROIT - Ram lightens redesigned 1500 pickup truck

  16-01-2018 14:10
  When Ford last fully redesigned its top selling F-150 pickup truck, for 2015, it shaved 700 pounds of weight by - controversially - using as much aluminium as possible in the body and frame, bringing benefits in fuel economy and overall range CAFE ratings. Now FCA's Ram Trucks division has used more alloy, and composites, to reduce the weight of its redesigned 2019 1500 by 225 pounds.
  
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• General Motors expects 2018 results in line with 2017; autonomous-vehicle investment increased

  16-01-2018 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  General Motors is forecasting its financial results this year to be in line with expected earnings in 2017, followed by an "even better" performance in 2019.
  
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• DETROIT - VW claims US comeback well in hand

  16-01-2018 13:19
  Volkswagen has made "significant" progress towards the comeback of the VW brand in the US after the diesel emissions scandal, a top executive said at the Detroit show.
  
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• Linamar secures Ontario and Canada grants creating 1,500 jobs

  16-01-2018 12:39
  Ontario and Canada are partnering with Linamar to advance auto technology, boost R&D and help create up to 1,500 new jobs, as well as retain around 8,000 others in the province.
  
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• Detroit ditches more cars for trucks, SUVs

  16-01-2018 12:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  With lucrative SUV and truck sales on the ascent, Detroit automakers are racing to ditch slow-selling cars in favor of the big rigs that mint them money.
  
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