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• Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle confirmed for production within 18 months

  30-01-2018 23:25
  
  Filed under:Motorcycle,Electric,PerformanceIf it's anything like the LiveWire, it'll be good.Continue reading Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle confirmed for production within 18 months Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle confirmed for production within 18 months originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 17:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Honda Passport SUV revival rumors return

  30-01-2018 23:15
  
  Filed under:Marketing/Advertising,Honda,Crossover,SUVContinue reading Honda Passport SUV revival rumors return Honda Passport SUV revival rumors return originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 17:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Startup Nuro unveils delivery van with no driver — or passengers

  30-01-2018 23:06
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous,Commercial Vehicles,ElectricAutomated delivery is a less controversial, less complicated area of self-driving.Continue reading Startup Nuro unveils delivery van with no driver — or passengers Startup Nuro unveils delivery van with no driver — or passengers originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 17:06:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&n
  
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• Larger digital displays in tomorrow's connected cockpit

  30-01-2018 21:42
  For some time, we have seen cockpit designers working on ways in which to display more information yet make the dash appear less complex.The general approach is to ensure that only the most essential information is displayed while remaining features are available in the background or brought up at will.But the increasing fitment of artificial intelligence (AI), connectivity and voice control suggest that this part of the interior is still in its infancy in terms of development.Continuing just-au
  
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• January U.S. auto sales on similar pace as a year ago

  30-01-2018 21:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  New-vehicle sales this month, fueled by higher incentives, are expected to roughly match the levels of January 2017 in the United States, but the selling rate is projected to decline.
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1983 Toyota Corolla Liftback Coupe

  30-01-2018 20:20
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Toyota,Coupe,HatchbackNo rust, low miles, but still crusher-bound in Oakland, California.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1983 Toyota Corolla Liftback Coupe Junkyard Gem: 1983 Toyota Corolla Liftback Coupe originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 14:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Faraday Future FF91 explored in new video

  30-01-2018 19:48
  
  Filed under:Videos,SUV,Electric,LuxuryTaking a peak into the Faraday Future.Continue reading Faraday Future FF91 explored in new video Faraday Future FF91 explored in new video originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 13:48:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• ASEAN vehicle sales up over 4% in 2017 - ANALYSIS

  30-01-2018 19:19
  New vehicle sales in southeast Asia's six largest markets increased by 4.4% to an estimated 3,385,552 units in 2017, from 3,242,880 units in 2016, according to data collected exclusively for just-auto by AsiaMotorBusiness.com.
  
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• Aston Martin plans £620million investment in China

  30-01-2018 19:17
  
  Jonathan Burn2018-01-31 08:15
  10 new Aston Martin dealerships in China will be opened to prepare for the new Vantage and the Aston SUV launchAston Martin is planning to expand its global footprint with planned trade and investment deals in China that could total up to £620 million, the British manufacturer has confirmed. 
  Aston boss Andy Palmer made the announcement as he accompanied British Prime Minister Theresa May on a trade visit to the country. Part of the investment will see 10
  
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• California lawmaker wants to ban Elon Musk’s flamethrower

  30-01-2018 19:16
  
  Filed under:Videos,SUV,Electric,LuxuryState Assemblyman Miguel Santiago is not amused. "If this is real, I'm outraged and you should be too."Continue reading California lawmaker wants to ban Elon Musk’s flamethrower California lawmaker wants to ban Elon Musk’s flamethrower originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 13:16:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Buick Regal TourX First Drive Review | Pop the champagne, it's another wagon!

  30-01-2018 19:05
  
  Filed under:Buick,First Drives,WagonThe endangered wagon species welcomes another member.Continue reading 2018 Buick Regal TourX First Drive Review | Pop the champagne, it's another wagon! 2018 Buick Regal TourX First Drive Review | Pop the champagne, it's another wagon! originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 13:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Auto emissions rules help spur reinvestment in manufacturing

  30-01-2018 18:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  Supporters of maintaining stringent auto emissions standards are trying to couch the issue in economic terms to convince policymakers the regulations have broad benefits.
  
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• Honda revives Passport name

  30-01-2018 18:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Honda is resurrecting the Passport nameplate for a new crossover to be slotted between the CR-V and Pilot, according to people familiar with the plans.
  
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• Cadillac XT4 crossover reveals its lighting

  30-01-2018 18:27
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Cadillac,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryThey remind us of the old CTS wagon.Continue reading Cadillac XT4 crossover reveals its lighting Cadillac XT4 crossover reveals its lighting originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 12:27:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TourX: Why not a Buick Regal wagon?

  30-01-2018 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Buick does not refer to its 2018 Regal TourX as a wagon, despite it clearly being a wagon.
  
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• UK car manufacturing down 3 per cent in 2017

  30-01-2018 17:35
  
  Martin Saarinen2018-01-31 00:01
  Car manufacturing in the UK falls for the first time in eight years as domestic demand dwindlesUK’s car manufacturing fell by three per cent in 2017 - the first decline in eight years - according to latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.Last year saw 1,671,166 vehicles roll off UK production lines, down three per cent on the record year of 2016 when the industry achieved the highest production numbers in 17 years.• Brexit an
  
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• Mercedes Brazil ships 115 Atego garbage trucks to Chile

  30-01-2018 17:13
  Mercedes-Benz do Brasil has shipped 115 Atego garbage trucks to Chile.
  
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• Drivers could soon report car accidents online

  30-01-2018 17:08
  
  Hugo Griffiths2018-01-30 16:20
  81,000 collisions are reported in person each year, but a consultation is now open on whether to allow motorists to report accidents onlineA new public consultation has opened on whether drivers should be allowed to report car accidents to the police online, rather than having to attend a police station in person.
  The law currently states that if drivers are involved in an accident and are unable to exchange details with others involved, they must attend a police s
  
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• Tailgate thefts on decline, report shows

  30-01-2018 16:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tailgate thefts reported to insurance companies declined 5 percent in 2017, a report shows, although it's unclear how many such thefts go unreported.
  
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• 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe previewed in official renderings

  30-01-2018 16:30
  
  Filed under:Hyundai,Crossover,SUVIt will be revealed at the Geneva show.Continue reading 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe previewed in official renderings 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe previewed in official renderings originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 10:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Jeep Wrangler production ending to make way for Jeep pickup

  30-01-2018 16:20
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Jeep,SUV,Truck,Off-RoadThe JK generation has been in production since 2006.Continue reading 2018 Jeep Wrangler production ending to make way for Jeep pickup 2018 Jeep Wrangler production ending to make way for Jeep pickup originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 10:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Long-term test review: Ford Fiesta

  30-01-2018 16:17
  
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  Image 1 of 18 30 Jan, 2018 3:45pmLawrence Allan
  First report: We see if the award-winning Ford Fiesta supermini can live up to its billingMileage: 3,970Economy: 45.1mpg
  The humble Ford Fiesta is no stranger to praise and awards. Landing fresh into showrooms late last year, it’s already picked up a win and a five-star rating in our hotly contested supermini group test, plus it was crowned Car of the Year by our sister title, Carbuyer. It also regained its position as Britain&r
  
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• TomTom bangs the autonomous driving drum

  30-01-2018 16:14
  TomTom, synonymous with satellite navigation systems, is making a big push into the autonomous vehicle area where it can leverage its mapping and UX expertise. At the 2018 CES in Las Vegas just-auto's Calum MacRae met with Willem Strijbosch, head of autonomous driving, TomTom to find out about their latest developments.
  
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• Fernando Alonso will drive for McLaren in F1, Toyota at Le Mans, WEC

  30-01-2018 16:10
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,McLaren,Toyota,Racing"I've never been shy about my aim of winning motorsport's Triple Crown," Alonso says.Continue reading Fernando Alonso will drive for McLaren in F1, Toyota at Le Mans, WEC Fernando Alonso will drive for McLaren in F1, Toyota at Le Mans, WEC originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 10:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NAFTA round breaks up in discord, but new round set

  30-01-2018 16:01
  The latest round of NAFTA re-negotiation talks between government representatives of the US, Canada and Mexico, held in Montreal, has broken up with significant divisions and disagreements between the participants.
  
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• Bosch builds an infotainment system that just might not suck

  30-01-2018 16:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Cadillac,Honda,Lexus,Mercedes-Benz,Emerging Technologies,Gadgets,Infotainment,Smartphone,TechnologyContinue reading Bosch builds an infotainment system that just might not suck Bosch builds an infotainment system that just might not suck originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 10:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Interior design and technology - Kia Stinger

  30-01-2018 15:41
  Inspired by the gran turismos of the 1970s, Kia's first GT and rear-wheel drive car arrived in showrooms across Britain last month. The Stinger is also the fastest car the Korean automaker has ever put together. Continuing QUBE/just-auto's review of interior design and technology trends, we slip inside a GT S trimmed model to take a closer look.
  
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• Waymo orders thousands of Pacifica vans for self-driving ride-hailing

  30-01-2018 15:40
  
  Filed under:GreenCommercial service is scheduled to begin in Phoenix this year and expand from there.Continue reading Waymo orders thousands of Pacifica vans for self-driving ride-hailing Waymo orders thousands of Pacifica vans for self-driving ride-hailing originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 09:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Faraday sues ex-execs for alleged trade secrets theft

  30-01-2018 14:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  Electric carmaker Faraday Future is suing a startup founded by its former chief financial and technology officers for allegedly poaching talent and stealing valuable intellectual property.
  
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• VW diesel monkey tests 'unethical, repulsive,' CEO says; lobbyist suspended

  30-01-2018 14:50
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Volkswagen,Emissions,Technology,DieselVW suspends chief lobbyist over monkey diesel tests.CEO apologizes for misconduct of people involved.Calls exhaust tests "unethical and repulsive."Admits VW still has long way to go to regain trust.BERLIN — Volkswagen said on Tuesday it has suspended chief lobbyist Thomas Steg amid steps to clear up the circumstances of lab tests in which monkeys were forced to breathe diesel fumes and similar study that i
  
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• VW suspends media chief over monkey testing

  30-01-2018 14:40
  Volkswagen said it had today suspended media chief Thomas Steg in connection with the animal tests financed by the European Research Group on Environment and Health in the Transport Sector.
  
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• Lexus compact crossover based on the UX could debut in Geneva

  30-01-2018 14:30
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Lexus,Crossover,Future,LuxuryRumor has it Lexus will bring a production version of the UX concept compact crossover shown in 2016.Continue reading Lexus compact crossover based on the UX could debut in Geneva Lexus compact crossover based on the UX could debut in Geneva originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 08:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• French Minister says Bosch will invest at Rodez plant

  30-01-2018 14:29
  France's Finance Minister has welcomed what he says is Bosch's willingness to invest at its Rodez diesel injector plant, following union concerns job cuts could be implemented.
  
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• New MINI 1499 GT 2018 review

  30-01-2018 14:10
  
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  Image 1 of 16 30 Jan, 2018 1:30pmAndy Pringle
  The limited edition 1499 GT boasts head-turning style, but based on a basic MINI, it could do with more power Some things have been constant throughout MINI’s long and successful history. There’s that unique shape, for a start, the ‘go-kart’ handling, the circular headlights – and special editions.And, in keeping with the car’s proud heritage, the latest one to try and tempt buyers has a classic twist
  
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• Next Mercedes-Benz SL to get soft top, 2+2 seating, and 800-hp AMG version

  30-01-2018 13:30
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,Convertible,Future,Luxury,PerformanceThe next-gen Mercedes SL goes in a new direction with a soft top, 2+2 seating, and an 800-hp AMG model.Continue reading Next Mercedes-Benz SL to get soft top, 2+2 seating, and 800-hp AMG version Next Mercedes-Benz SL to get soft top, 2+2 seating, and 800-hp AMG version originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Jan 2018 07:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW suspends chief lobbyist over diesel fume tests

  30-01-2018 13:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  Volkswagen has suspended its chief lobbyist Thomas Steg amid steps to clear up the circumstances of diesel fume tests conducted with monkeys and humans that were sponsored by the carmaker.
  
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• New Renault Megane RS 2018 review

  30-01-2018 13:12
  
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  Image 1 of 33 31 Jan, 2018 6:00amJonathan Burn
  We get behind the wheel of the long-awaited Renault Megane RS hot hatch, with clever four-wheel steeringIt feels as if we’ve had to wait a long time for a new Renault Megane RS. The standard hatch was launched back in 2015 and from that point the question on everybody’s lips has been: “When is the RS coming?”
  A little over two years on and it’s finally here, wading into a hot hatch market brimming with tal
  
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• How Silicon Valley startup Nuro envisions delivery van of the future

  30-01-2018 13:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  The future of driverless driving looks like a giant toaster with a funny hat. That's an approximation of a new autonomous vehicle unveiled by Nuro, a Silicon Valley startup that's been cryptic about its business plan.
  
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• Magna supplies dual-clutch transmissions for BMW Mini and other UKL platform models

  30-01-2018 12:59
  Magna said it was supplying BMW with Getrag 7DCT300 third generation dual clutch transmissions for large volume transverse vehicle platform (UKL) models including the BMW X1, just-announced updated Mini models plus the BMW 1 Series and 2 Series Tourer.
  
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• FCA deal to supply 'thousands' more cars to Waymo

  30-01-2018 12:56
  FCA has announced an agreement to supply 'thousands' of Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans to Waymo to support the launch of the 'world's first driverless ride-hailing service'.
  
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• Denso develops new standard vision sensor for night driving safety

  30-01-2018 12:52
  Denso Corporation has announced it has developed a new standard vision sensor that detects pedestrians at night, cyclists, road signs, driving lanes and other road users
  
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• Ford China chief resigns

  30-01-2018 12:08
  Jason Luo, CEO of Ford's China operations, has resigned - effective immediately - for personal reasons after less than five months in the post.
  
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• Opel agrees Zaragoza deal with unions

  30-01-2018 12:02
  PSA's Opel and Spanish unions have reached an agreement on worker conditions at the former GM-owned Corsa plant at Figueruelas, Aragon, near Zaragoza.
  
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• What does P11D mean? P11D values explained

  30-01-2018 11:40
  
  James Wilson2018-01-30 10:40
  Lucky enough to be getting a company car but don’t know what a P11D value is? Our article explains all‘P11D’ and the associated ‘P11D values’ are combinations of letters and numbers which mean very little to a lot of people. If you’re a company car user, however, you will probably have heard the terms being tossed about a fair bit. If you’re at all unsure about what a P11D or P11D value are, fear not because Auto Express is h
  
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• Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance 2018 sales top 10m

  30-01-2018 11:35
  Combined sales by Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors rose 6.5% year on year to 10,608,366 units in 2017 - one in nine passenger cars and light commercial vehicles sold worldwide, the automakers said on Tuesday (30 January).
  
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• New Kia Picanto X-Line 2018 review

  30-01-2018 11:29
  
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  Image 1 of 15 30 Jan, 2018 10:45amJames Brodie
  The new jacked-up Kia Picanto X-Line joins a rapidly growing list of micro SUVs, but how does it compare to its rivals?It seems that there’s no escape from the crossover craze. If the rapid influx of purpose built crossovers and small SUVs wasn’t enough, we also have a number of popular city cars are now available with jacked-up suspension and more rugged looks to try and tempt buyers. 
  Kia’s Picanto X-Line is th
  
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• Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T 2018 UK review

  30-01-2018 11:26
  
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  Image 1 of 26 30 Jan, 2018 10:15amSam Naylor
  The Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T proves to be fast, comfortable and genuinely special on UK roadsLast year saw the introduction of the new GTC4 Lusso model, a front-engined, four-seater successor to the previous FF, which was followed by this: the GTC4 Lusso T. We drove it last year on Italian roads in left-hand drive form, but we’re now testing it for the first time in the UK.
  The GTC4 Lusso is aimed at buyers looking for a more versatile
  
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• Bosch Mobility Solutions 2017 sales up 7.8% to EUR47.4bn

  30-01-2018 11:11
  Bosch has posted Mobility Solutions sales up 7.8% to EUR47.4bn (US$59bn), while overall sales rose 6.7% to EUR78bn.
  
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• OPTIS on simulating sensors performance in autonomous vehicles

  30-01-2018 10:48
  At the 2018 CES in Las Vegas just-auto's Calum MacRae caught up with Gilles Gallée business development director at OPTIS. OPTIS is a company that specialises in virtual reality simulations of sensors and this expertise is being used in the automotive sector as autonomous vehicles are being readied for development.
  
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• Autoliv electronics spin-off to be called Veoneer

  30-01-2018 10:00
  Autoliv says the new electronics spin-off company will be called Veoneer creating an independent publicly traded company during the third quarter of this year.
  
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