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• Jaguar XJ could move to all-electric platform late this year

  22-01-2018 23:40
  
  Filed under:Green,Rumormill,Jaguar,Sedan,Electric,Future,LuxuryThis would line it up squarely with the Tesla Model S.Continue reading Jaguar XJ could move to all-electric platform late this year Jaguar XJ could move to all-electric platform late this year originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 17:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Detroit prepares for largest new automotive plant in 2 decades

  22-01-2018 22:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  The mayor of Detroit and the billionaire owner of auto supplier Flex-N-Gate on Monday offered a sneak preview of what will be the largest new auto factory built in the city since the 1990s.
  
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• Detroit prepares for largest new auto plant in 2 decades

  22-01-2018 22:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  The mayor of Detroit and the billionaire owner of auto supplier Flex-N-Gate on Monday offered a sneak preview of what will be the largest new auto factory built in the city since the 1990s.
  
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• Waymo heads to Atlanta to test its self-driving cars

  22-01-2018 22:25
  
  Filed under:Green,Chrysler,Emerging Technologies,Technology,AutonomousMetro Atlanta marks Waymo's 25th test city in total.Continue reading Waymo heads to Atlanta to test its self-driving cars Waymo heads to Atlanta to test its self-driving cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 16:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Iacobelli pleads guilty in FCA-UAW criminal case as probe spreads

  22-01-2018 21:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  Former Fiat Chrysler labor relations chief Alphons Iacobelli pleaded guilty to two federal counts related to a conspiracy to siphon millions from an employee training fund.
  
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• Subaru sticks with dog-friendly ad campaign

  22-01-2018 21:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  Subaru of America is sticking to its dog-friendly formula with its "Dog Tested. Dog Approved" ad campaign.
  
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• 2019 GMC Sierra shows off new headlights in Los Angeles

  22-01-2018 21:25
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Spy Photos,GM,GMC,TruckThe new Silverado debuted last week.Continue reading 2019 GMC Sierra shows off new headlights in Los Angeles 2019 GMC Sierra shows off new headlights in Los Angeles originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 15:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bob Lutz: Buy a Tesla Model S ‘while they’re still available’

  22-01-2018 20:34
  
  Filed under:Tesla,Sedan,Electric,LuxuryThe outspoken, retired auto industry veteran was speaking to collectors at Barrett-Jackson's Scottsdale auction.Continue reading Bob Lutz: Buy a Tesla Model S ‘while they’re still available’ Bob Lutz: Buy a Tesla Model S ‘while they’re still available’ originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 14:34:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Visteon to help China's Guangzhou with self-driving randd

  22-01-2018 20:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  Visteon signed an agreement to help Guangzhou Automobile Group develop self-driving vehicles.
  
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• Waymo names Atlanta as next test city

  22-01-2018 19:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  Waymo, Google's self-driving car affiliate, said it has chosen metro Atlanta as the next location to test its autonomous minivans.
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover cuts planned production for Q2

  22-01-2018 19:20
  Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is planning to reduce production at its Halewood plant in the second quarter of this calendar year. It says the reduction is temporary and designed to rebalance the supply of Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque models given market conditions and expected demand.
  
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• Judge rejects Uber $3 million settlement with New York drivers

  22-01-2018 19:10
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Transportation Alternatives,United States,Technology"We anticipate refiling our motion early this week."Continue reading Judge rejects Uber $3 million settlement with New York drivers Judge rejects Uber $3 million settlement with New York drivers originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 13:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Subaru WRX STi Final Edition 2018 review

  22-01-2018 18:13
  
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  Just 150 units of the Subaru WRX STi Final Edition will be sold in the UK, but buyers will receive a feisty hot hatchFor a good number of people, the name Subaru means only one thing: a flash of metallic blue through a copse of trees, a car decked out in lurid yellow cigarette advertising, gold wheels and the names McRae, Burns or Solberg on the back windows. But it’s now time to consign that to the history books because that&
  
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• 2018 Hyundai Accent First Drive Review | Simply good at under $16 grand

  22-01-2018 18:10
  
  Filed under:Hyundai,First Drives,Sedan,BudgetIt's even a bit of fun.Continue reading 2018 Hyundai Accent First Drive Review | Simply good at under $16 grand 2018 Hyundai Accent First Drive Review | Simply good at under $16 grand originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 12:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford tests Focus prototype in Michigan

  22-01-2018 18:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford is testing prototypes of the redesigned 2020 Focus compact car on U.S. roads 18 months ahead of the car's production launch in China.
  
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• Ford Shelby GT500 could debut next month in Chicago - UPDATE

  22-01-2018 17:15
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Chicago Auto Show,Ford,Coupe,PerformanceThe Dodge Challenger Hellcat better watch its back.Continue reading Ford Shelby GT500 could debut next month in Chicago - UPDATE Ford Shelby GT500 could debut next month in Chicago - UPDATE originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 11:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla Semi prototype captured driving in video clip

  22-01-2018 17:05
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Tesla,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Truck,Commercial Vehicles,ElectricIt's so quiet compared to its diesel brethren.Continue reading Tesla Semi prototype captured driving in video clip Tesla Semi prototype captured driving in video clip originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 11:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Unite to request UK government meeting on Vauxhall

  22-01-2018 16:58
  British labour body, Unite says it will ask for a meeting with UK Secretary of State for Business, Greg Clark "as soon as possible" despite saying it was reassured by noises from PSA concerning the future of its Vauxhall plant at Ellesmere Port in North West England.
  
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• New special edition Renault Clio Urban Nav introduced

  22-01-2018 16:56
  
  2018-01-22 16:10
  Based on the existing Dynamique Nav trim, the Renault Clio Urban Nav adds extra kit and a new Urban Grey colour schemeRenault has announced a special edition trim level for the Clio hatchback called Urban Nav, which is priced from £16,225.
  The new Urban Nav trim level is based on the existing Clio Dynamique Nav. It adds rear-parking sensors, 16-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and a new shade of body colour called ‘Urban Grey’. Inside it’s equipped with
  
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• 2019 Mustang Bullitt, log car, hot tub on wheels: Barrett-Jackson auction highlights

  22-01-2018 16:20
  
  Filed under:Auctions,Automotive HistoryLots of gorgeous metal and a few novelties.Continue reading 2019 Mustang Bullitt, log car, hot tub on wheels: Barrett-Jackson auction highlights 2019 Mustang Bullitt, log car, hot tub on wheels: Barrett-Jackson auction highlights originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 10:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New 2018 Audi A6 Avant seen on the road for the first time

  22-01-2018 16:17
  
  Lawrence Allan2018-01-22 15:30
  New estate-bodied Audi A6 Avant hits German roads in camouflage ahead of expected Geneva Motor Show debutAfter the next-generation Audi A6 saloon was spotted winter testing late last year, our spy photographers have caught the Avant estate model on the road for the first time. The BMW 5 Series Touring rival is likely to debut alongside the four-door at March's Geneva Motor Show. 
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• Hyundai teases Super Bowl ad

  22-01-2018 16:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  Hyundai is vowing to surprise millions of people on Super Bowl Sunday. But it's not above a little teasing, first.
  
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• Chevy Camaro to get Corvette's seven-speed manual?

  22-01-2018 15:51
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Chevrolet,Convertible,Coupe,PerformanceA CARB document shows the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro getting a seven-speed manual option.Continue reading Chevy Camaro to get Corvette's seven-speed manual? Chevy Camaro to get Corvette's seven-speed manual? originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 09:51:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volkswagen trademarks I.D. Freeler and I.D. Cruiser names

  22-01-2018 15:46
  
  James Brodie2018-01-22 14:41
  More concepts hinted at for 2018 as I.D. Freeler and I.D. Cruiser trademarked by VW before New YearVolkswagen will continue to fill out its future I.D. range with more concept cars in 2018, and the firm has been busy trademarking potential names for its next all-electric creations.
  Two new names have now appeared: Volkswagen trademarked I.D. Freeler and I.D. Cruiser towards the end of last year.
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• More Volkswagen I.D. concepts on the way in 2018

  22-01-2018 15:46
  
  James Brodie2018-01-22 14:41
  I.D. Freeler and I.D. Cruiser names trademarked by VW hint at more concepts Volkswagen will continue to fill out its future I.D. range with more concept cars in 2018, and the firm has been busy trademarking potential names for its next all-electric creations.
  Two new names have now appeared: Volkswagen trademarked I.D. Freeler and I.D. Cruiser towards the end of last year.
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• Mercedes is done putting diesels in U.S. cars

  22-01-2018 15:15
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Mercedes-Benz,Crossover,Sedan,DieselContinue reading Mercedes is done putting diesels in U.S. cars Mercedes is done putting diesels in U.S. cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 09:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Alfa Romeo 6C could return in 2020

  22-01-2018 15:15
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Alfa Romeo,Coupe,PerformanceWe'd expect six cylinders, and an introduction at an auto show in the next couple of years.Continue reading Alfa Romeo 6C could return in 2020 Alfa Romeo 6C could return in 2020 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 09:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Audi issues new recall after diesel cheating system discovered again

  22-01-2018 14:55
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Audi,Emissions,Technology,DieselContinue reading Audi issues new recall after diesel cheating system discovered again Audi issues new recall after diesel cheating system discovered again originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 08:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mazda rotary engine returning, in an autonomous Toyota delivery vehicle

  22-01-2018 14:30
  
  Filed under:Green,CES,Mazda,Toyota,Autonomous,Electric,FutureMazda's prepping a small rotary engine to serve as a range extender in an autonomous Toyota delivery vehicle.Continue reading Mazda rotary engine returning, in an autonomous Toyota delivery vehicle Mazda rotary engine returning, in an autonomous Toyota delivery vehicle originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 08:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Citroen C3 Aircross review - pictures

  22-01-2018 14:30
  Pictures of the 2021 facelifted Citroen C3 Aircross
  
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• Manhattan could become first U.S. city to levy a congestion charge

  22-01-2018 14:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/Legal,Green,United StatesAn NYC task force proposes a congestion charge, with cars paying $11.52 to drive in certain parts of Manhattan.Continue reading Manhattan could become first U.S. city to levy a congestion charge Manhattan could become first U.S. city to levy a congestion charge originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 08:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Glasses could prevent motion sickness in self-driving cars

  22-01-2018 14:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Emerging Technologies,Technology,AutonomousRoughly half of adults get queasy just by reading a book as a passenger.Continue reading Glasses could prevent motion sickness in self-driving cars Glasses could prevent motion sickness in self-driving cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jan 2018 08:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Aston Martin hit by Daimler steering column recall

  22-01-2018 13:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  Aston Martin has become the latest carmaker to be caught up in a major recall of faulty Daimler steering-column components that can cause unintended airbag deployments.
  
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• Best tyre pressure gauges 2024

  22-01-2018 13:45
  Correctly inflated tyres keep you safe and save you money – we reveal the best gauges to check the pressures
  
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• Best tyre pressure gauges 2022

  22-01-2018 13:45
  Make the most of your tyres with the best digital pressure gauges
  
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• Best digital tyre pressure gauge 2020

  22-01-2018 13:45
  
  Which device is the best to help keep your tyres correctly inflated? We choose from eight devices...
  
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• Vauxhall Ellesmere Port plant 'needs new model'

  22-01-2018 13:34
  Recent remarks from PSA chief Carlos Tavares suggest that the Vauxhall Ellesmere Port plant faces a big efficiency challenge to become as competitive as other manufacturing plants with the PSA Group.
  
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• Lexus looks to ride 'Black Panther' movie back to luxury lead

  22-01-2018 13:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  In the upcoming "Black Panther" blockbuster, the superhero surfs through a city clinging to the roof of his Lexus LC 500. The brand hopes that cameo helps end a drought as US luxury sales leader.
  
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• Audi told to recall 127,000 cars over emissions

  22-01-2018 12:56
  Audi has been ordered to recall 127,000 cars in Germany due to concerns over diesel engine emissions.
  
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• Ideas from employees saved Audi over EUR100m in 2017

  22-01-2018 12:43
  VW Group-owned Audi says that improvement suggestions from its employees led to cost savings of approximately EUR108.6m in 2017.
  
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• Bespoke cars: building your own Rolls-Royce

  22-01-2018 12:26
  
  James Batchelor2018-01-22 11:50
  A bespoke Rolls-Royce is the ultimate in personalisation, so we see how one is createdYou may think your smart new hatchback with its contrasting roof colour, large alloy wheels and stripes on the bonnet is a truly bespoke car. You may think there’s not another one like it and your shiny new motor is a true expression of your lifestyle. But it isn’t – for a bespoke car you need to head to West Sussex.
  Nestled in the heart of the South Downs lies
  
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• Hot 2018 Range Rover Velar SVR on the way with 5.0-litre V8

  22-01-2018 11:45
  
  James Brodie2018-01-22 11:00
  A flagship performance version of the Range Rover Velar is on course for a 2018 debut, and we've spied it testingLand Rover is planning to unleash a hot Range Rover Velar SVR this year - and our spy photographers have spotted it being given the go over by Jaguar Land Rover engineers.
  A licence plate check confirms that this disguised Velar is home to a supercharged 5.0-litre V8. It’s the same unit used in a number of SVR cars across the JLR line-up, boasti
  
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• Plans to extend disabled blue badge parking permits for those with dementia and autism

  22-01-2018 11:43
  
  Hugo Griffiths2018-01-22 10:42
  Consultation launches on extending blue badge parking permit scheme for motorists with hidden disabilities Motorists with hidden disabilities such as autism and dementia could soon be eligible for a disabled blue badge, following a new public consultation.
  The measures, if enacted, “would herald the most significant changes since the blue badge was introduced in 1970” according to the Department for Transport, creating “parity” between menta
  
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• Nissan developing electric Bus using Leaf technology

  22-01-2018 11:06
  Nissan will use its Leaf technology for an electric bus project which starts testing next month in Japan.
  
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• Here appoints new SVP and general manager Asia-Pacific

  22-01-2018 11:04
  Here Technologies has appointed Leon van de Pas as senior vice president and general manager, Asia-Pacific.
  
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• Audi starts Smart Energy Network pilot project

  22-01-2018 10:57
  Audi Smart Energy Network is interacting with the power grid for the first time in a pilot project.
  
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• Toyota to add model and 700 jobs at French plant

  22-01-2018 10:52
  Toyota Motor Europe today is expected to announce a EUR400m spend at its Valenciennes plant in northern France to add an additional model and 700 jobs.
  
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• Toyota Europe confirms French plant expansion

  22-01-2018 10:52
  Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has confirmed it would spend a further EUR300m at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing France (TMMF) car plant in Valenciennes, bringing total cumulative investment to EUR1.4bn.
  
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• China to cut new-energy car subsidies in Q2

  22-01-2018 10:21
  The Chinese government plans to significantly cut subsidies for new energy vehicles this year and phase them out altogether by 2020, according to local reports quoting government officials.
  
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• GKN issues rosy edrive forecast as it battles Melrose bid

  22-01-2018 10:17
  GKN is forecasting sales growth from GBP33m (US$46m) to GBP500 by 2022 as it looks to battle a bid from manufacturing investor, Melrose.
  
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