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• Toyota Prius Alternatives Part 1: Hybrids and a Diesel

  14-02-2018 23:45
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,BMW,Technology,Convertible,Hybrid,LuxuryThe Toyota Prius gets great fuel mileage, but it's boring. Take a look at these fuel-efficient alternatives that are a lot more interesting to drive.Continue reading Toyota Prius Alternatives Part 1: Hybrids and a Diesel Toyota Prius Alternatives Part 1: Hybrids and a Diesel originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 17:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chevy Camaro driver with vanity plate ‘Dirtbag’ arrested in Washington

  14-02-2018 23:30
  
  Filed under:Humor,Weird Car News,Chevrolet,Coupe,PerformanceYou have to appreciate the honesty.Continue reading Chevy Camaro driver with vanity plate ‘Dirtbag’ arrested in Washington Chevy Camaro driver with vanity plate ‘Dirtbag’ arrested in Washington originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 17:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Forgotten 720-mile 2009 Corvette Z06 emerges from storage

  14-02-2018 23:04
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,Chevrolet,Coupe,PerformanceWhat you are looking at is a slightly scratched, but otherwise complete and never registered 2009 Z06.Continue reading Forgotten 720-mile 2009 Corvette Z06 emerges from storage Forgotten 720-mile 2009 Corvette Z06 emerges from storage originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 17:04:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Haas F1 is the first to show a halo-equipped race car

  14-02-2018 22:10
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Performance,RacingIt's there for a good reason.Continue reading Haas F1 is the first to show a halo-equipped race car Haas F1 is the first to show a halo-equipped race car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 16:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NHTSA falling behind on auto regulations, lawmakers say

  14-02-2018 21:13 via feedproxy.google.com
  Members of a House panel wonder whether NHTSA is stretched too thin to fulfill a growing list of responsibilities for ensuring motor vehicle safety and reducing traffic-related deaths.
  
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• Hondata tune gives 2018 Accord more torque than Civic Type R

  14-02-2018 20:50
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Honda,Sedan,PerformanceHondata works its magic on Honda's family sedan.Continue reading Hondata tune gives 2018 Accord more torque than Civic Type R Hondata tune gives 2018 Accord more torque than Civic Type R originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 14:50:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mobility news for 2.14.2018

  14-02-2018 20:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  Happy Valentine's Day from Quick Shift, where love comes without a steering wheel or pedals.
  
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• Ford Focus RS production ends April 6, going out with Heritage Edition

  14-02-2018 19:55
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Ford,UK,Hatchback,PerformanceOnly 50 of these Heritage Editions will be built.Continue reading Ford Focus RS production ends April 6, going out with Heritage Edition Ford Focus RS production ends April 6, going out with Heritage Edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 13:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Starman and his Tesla Roadster are tracked by telescopes into deep space

  14-02-2018 19:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Tesla,Green Automakers,Technology,Convertible,Electric,Luxury,PerformanceWith the onboard video batteries long since dead, Starman "is getting dimmer and harder to see."Continue reading Starman and his Tesla Roadster are tracked by telescopes into deep space Starman and his Tesla Roadster are tracked by telescopes into deep space originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 13:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&
  
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• Starman and his Tesla Roadster are drifting deep into space

  14-02-2018 19:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Tesla,Green Automakers,Technology,Convertible,Electric,Luxury,PerformanceWith the onboard video batteries long since dead, Starman "is getting dimmer and harder to see."Continue reading Starman and his Tesla Roadster are drifting deep into space Starman and his Tesla Roadster are drifting deep into space originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 13:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes-AMG GT four-door teased in wind tunnel

  14-02-2018 19:00
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,Mercedes-Benz,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceA slinky sedan shows off how slippery it is in the wind tunnel.Continue reading Mercedes-AMG GT four-door teased in wind tunnel Mercedes-AMG GT four-door teased in wind tunnel originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 13:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Dyson's electric car venture to be three-part

  14-02-2018 18:33
  
  Filed under:Green,Misc. Automakers,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Electric,FutureThe first Dyson vehicle is planned for 2020.Continue reading Dyson's electric car venture to be three-part Dyson's electric car venture to be three-part originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 12:33:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lithia Q4 net surges on tax gains, record revenue

  14-02-2018 18:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  Lithia Motors' fourth-quarter net income surged on special gains, particularly from tax-law changes, and record revenue.
  
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• 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS spied completely uncovered

  14-02-2018 18:15
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Porsche,Coupe,Performance,SupercarsWe get a good long look at it.Continue reading 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS spied completely uncovered 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS spied completely uncovered originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 12:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Subaru teases new Viziv Tourer concept ahead of Geneva

  14-02-2018 18:00
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,Subaru,Wagon,Concept Cars,Future,PerformanceThe Viziv name makes another appearance.Continue reading Subaru teases new Viziv Tourer concept ahead of Geneva Subaru teases new Viziv Tourer concept ahead of Geneva originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 12:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• What's driving engagement forward in the automotive industry? - Netimperative

  14-02-2018 17:57 via netimperative.com
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  What's driving engagement forward in the automotive industry?
  Netimperative
  Consumers don't trust the car industry, but great service offers brands a way to build long-term relationships and is changing the role of dealerships in driving loyalty, according to new research. Large and emotionally-charged purchases make the ...
  
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• New Citroen Berlingo revealed with fresh design and tech

  14-02-2018 17:55
  
  Lawrence Allan2018-02-15 06:00
  Citroen's third-generation Berlingo also gets PSA's latest platform and engines, and will make its debut at the Geneva Motor ShowCitroen has revealed the first pictures and details of its all-new Berlingo, ahead of its public debut at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. The venerable van-based MPV gets a new platform and engines, a range of advanced technology features and a radical exterior redesign.
  To bring the Berlingo into line with the rest of its passenger car
  
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• Health forces Renault chief performance officer out

  14-02-2018 17:46
  Renault Group said executive vice president and chief performance officer (CPO) Stefan Mueller would leave the company on 19 February "due to personal health reasons".
  
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• 2018 Subaru BRZ Quick Spin Review | Curves required

  14-02-2018 17:45
  
  Filed under:Subaru,Quick Spins,Coupe,PerformanceSubaru has polished its only rear-drive coupe carefully over the years. But the changes are subtle.Continue reading 2018 Subaru BRZ Quick Spin Review | Curves required 2018 Subaru BRZ Quick Spin Review | Curves required originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 11:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford Europe sales rise, share drops

  14-02-2018 17:32
  Ford boosted sales in 50 European markets 1.5% to 119,000 vehicles last month.
  
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• J.D. Power dependability survey is out, but you shouldn't depend on it

  14-02-2018 17:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Ownership,Mazda,Subaru,Car BuyingThere seems to be a problem with J.D. Power's methodology.Continue reading J.D. Power dependability survey is out, but you shouldn't depend on it J.D. Power dependability survey is out, but you shouldn't depend on it originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 11:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ram 1500 Lone Star revealed: It's what they call 'Big Horn' in Texas

  14-02-2018 17:12
  
  Filed under:RAM,TruckThe cover was pulled off at the Dallas Auto Show.Continue reading Ram 1500 Lone Star revealed: It's what they call 'Big Horn' in Texas Ram 1500 Lone Star revealed: It's what they call 'Big Horn' in Texas originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 11:12:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Caterham Seven SuperSprint 2018 review

  14-02-2018 16:31
  
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  Image 1 of 14 14 Feb, 2018 3:30pmSam Naylor
  The Seven SuperSprint was built as part of Caterham's 60th birthday celebrations, but does it do the brand justice?To mark its 60th birthday last year, Caterham launched a car called the Seven Sprint - a version of the brand’s iconic sports car with some extra trim features to give it a real sixties look. Now there’s this version designed with a racing theme: the SuperSprint.
  It’s still a road-legal car, though, and whil
  
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• Tesla's China dream threatened by standoff over Shanghai factory

  14-02-2018 16:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla is in danger of being relegated to an expensive niche in China because Elon Musk can't clinch a deal to open a factory there.
  
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• Ford mulls Everest Raptor, more performance SUVs

  14-02-2018 16:20
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Ford,SUV,PerformanceIt has us dreaming of a Ford Bronco Raptor for the U.S.Continue reading Ford mulls Everest Raptor, more performance SUVs Ford mulls Everest Raptor, more performance SUVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 10:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Hyundai and Turin IED collaborate on Kite buggy concept for Geneva

  14-02-2018 15:30
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Geneva Motor Show,Hyundai,Concept Cars,Electric,Off-RoadHyundai's European Design Center and an Italian design school collaborate on the Kite buggy concept for Geneva.Continue reading Hyundai and Turin IED collaborate on Kite buggy concept for Geneva Hyundai and Turin IED collaborate on Kite buggy concept for Geneva originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 09:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comment
  
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• Audi files patent application for convertible SUV

  14-02-2018 15:09
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/Legal,Weird Car News,Audi,Convertible,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryAudi files a patent application for a convertible SUV with retractable B- and C-pillars, and lots of luggage space.Continue reading Audi files patent application for convertible SUV Audi files patent application for convertible SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 09:09:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW removing barriers between robots and workers

  14-02-2018 14:55
  Volkswagen Group is working on enhanced robots using a laser safety scanner which detects employee movements and enables human and machine to work together without safety barriers between the two.
  
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• Lexus tops J.D. Power dependability ranking; Buick leads mass-market brands

  14-02-2018 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Buick has reclaimed the title as the most dependable mass-market brand after three years of vehicle ownership while luxury marque Lexus again topped the industry, according to J.D. Power.
  
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• Subaru Viziv Tourer concept teases return of WRX estate

  14-02-2018 13:44
  
  Lawrence Allan2018-02-14 12:50
  Subaru's Geneva Motor Show debutant is a booted version of the Viziv concept, previewing a potential WRX estate rebootSubaru's stand at the Geneva Motor Show will be headlined by an estate version of the Viziv Performance STI concept, previewed in a new teaser image. The Viziv Tourer potentially showcases a future return of the hot WRX estate.
  Only a rear shot of the concept car has been released so far, showing a rakish estate with prominent styling lines and C-sh
  
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• Stinky bugs keep car carriers out of New Zealand

  14-02-2018 13:42
  Stinky bugs reportedly have delayed four car carriers from unloading their wheeled cargo in New Zealand.
  
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• Hyundai i30 N vs Honda Civic Type R

  14-02-2018 13:18
  
  2018-02-14 12:15
  We pitch Hyundai’s first performance car against Honda’s hot hatch champ - can the i30 N hold its own against the Civic Type R?Hyundai might not be a company that springs to mind in the context of performance cars, even though it’s enjoyed some success in world rallying over the years.And yet here we are, putting the Korean brand’s new hot hatch, the i30 N Performance, up against one of our favourite fast five-doors in the shape of the Honda Civic Type R.
  
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• BMW again largest US vehicle exporter

  14-02-2018 13:16
  BMW Manufacturing said it was again the largest exporter of US made vehicles as it announced its 2017 tally.
  
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• Best free insurance car deals - pictures

  14-02-2018 13:15
  Pictures of UK cars offered with free insurance deals
  
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• GM plant closure is 'death sentence,' South Korean union says amid strike threat

  14-02-2018 13:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  GM workers at a South Korean plant staged a protest on Wednesday against its planned closure, calling the move by the U.S. automaker a "death sentence," and threatening a strike.
  
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• New £40k Ford Focus RS Heritage Edition marks production end

  14-02-2018 12:43
  
  Lawrence Allan2018-02-14 12:00
  50 examples of the Ford Focus RS Heritage Edition will be built, with deep orange paint, more power and a Quaife limited-slip diffFord's Focus RS hot hatch will go out of production in April this year, but the brand isn't quite finished with it yet. A new Heritage Edition has been launched, with more power, extra equipment and a unique 'Deep Orange' exterior colour.
  Priced at £39,985, just 50 of the Heritage Edition RS will be built and sold in right-hand dri
  
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• Philippine sales up 4% in January

  14-02-2018 12:36
  New vehicle sales in the Philippines rose by 4% to 31,645 units in January from 30,425 units in the same month of last year, according to member data released jointly by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines and the Truck Manufacturers Association.
  
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• Best free insurance car deals 2018

  14-02-2018 12:05
  
  James Wilson2018-02-14 10:55
  Free car insurance is a big deal, especially if you are a young driver as the savings on your premium could be hugeLooking for new cars that come with free insurance is like wading into murky water. There are many offers out there claiming to provide free insurance, but the truth of the matter is, you will always end up paying more for the car if there is a free insurance deal tagged on than you would normally – especially if you are a younger driver.
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• Kia launches new generation K3

  14-02-2018 11:47
  Kia Motors launched its new generation K3 sedan in South Korea this week - the first full-model changeover in six years.
  
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• Kia launched new generation K3

  14-02-2018 11:47
  Kia Motors launched its new generation K3 sedan in South Korea this week - the first full-model changeover in six years.
  
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• Russia booms with fastest growth since 2011

  14-02-2018 11:28
  Russia has posted "remarkable" growth in January with sales of new passenger and LCVs soaring 31% - the fastest rise since 2011.
  
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• Geely to build NEV plant in China's Zhejiang province

  14-02-2018 10:54
  Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, which owns Volvo Cars and England's traditional London taxi maker, plans to invest US$5bn in a new manufacturing hub for new-energy vehicles (NEVs) in China's eastern province of Zhejiang.
  
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• Valmet gears up for Mercedes-Benz A-Class production at Uusikaupunki plant

  14-02-2018 10:41
  Valmet is to continue manufacturing the Mercedes-Benz A-Class in Finland, with the the Uusikaupunki plant preparing for the new A-Class in an intensive personnel training programme and by implementing production line changes.
  
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• Panasonic/Trend Micro team on cyber security for connected cars

  14-02-2018 10:37
  Panasonic Trend Micro have unveiled a partnership to jointly develop cyber security solutions to detect and prevent cyber-attacks against autonomous and connected cars.
  
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• MAN platooning trucks to be tested for logistics operations

  14-02-2018 10:35
  DB Schenker, MAN Truck and Bus and Hochschule Fresenius are deploying networked trucks for the first time in a practical application for the logistics industry.
  
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• ‘It won’t be long before automatics outnumber manual car sales’

  14-02-2018 10:32
  
  Steve Fowler2018-02-14 09:30
  With over a million automatic gearbox cars sold in the UK last year, Steve Fowler assesses the case for the auto boxWhile many purists will cry foul when new performance models are launched with a faster, more efficient auto box in place of a manual shift, most car buyers don’t seem to mind at all.
  Crawling over the latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, we discovered that back in 2012, 506,720 cars were registered with automatic gearb
  
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• Draxlmaier opens new design office in Tunisia

  14-02-2018 10:29
  Draxlmaier Group has opened a design office at the site in Sousse, Tunisia, with the first six employees already having started work, with plans to increase staff numbers this year and in 2019.
  
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• Knorr-Bremse signs deal with FAW Jiefang Automotive Company

  14-02-2018 10:18
  Knorr-Bremse has inked a cooperation framework agreement with FAW Jiefang Automotive Company, a manufacturer of commercial vehicles in China.
  
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• Ram's Viking-filled spot tops the charts

  14-02-2018 06:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  One of FCA's five commercials from this year's Super Bowl topped our viral video chart this week.
  
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• Fed rate hikes squeezing even the hottest automaker in the U.S.

  14-02-2018 06:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  The Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes are making it costlier for even the hottest automaker in the United States to sell cars.
  
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