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• Cadillac's de Nysschen touts measured approach to Super Cruise

  28-02-2018 22:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen says the brand's slow-and-steady approach to semiautonomous technology allowed it to win the race to hands-free driving.
  
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• 'Gran Turismo Sport' update adds even more free cars, events, track layouts

  28-02-2018 21:44
  
  Filed under:Toys/GamesYou can't beat free.Continue reading 'Gran Turismo Sport' update adds even more free cars, events, track layouts 'Gran Turismo Sport' update adds even more free cars, events, track layouts originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 15:44:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mexico concerns about U.S. steel tariffs hang over NAFTA talks

  28-02-2018 21:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  Mexico's trade minister will discuss the threat of U.S. steel import tariffs with Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, adding to trade tensions during the latest push to renegotiate the NAFTA trade deal.
  
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• Is this a new Blazer? Chevy midsize SUV spied inside and out

  28-02-2018 21:27
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Chevrolet,Crossover,SUVThe interior has Camaro bits.Continue reading Is this a new Blazer? Chevy midsize SUV spied inside and out Is this a new Blazer? Chevy midsize SUV spied inside and out originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 15:27:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo launches investment fund for tech startups

  28-02-2018 21:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  Volvo Cars said it launched a venture capital fund to take stakes in innovative startups targeting trends that are shaping the auto industry.
  
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• Fast chargers coming to all U.S. Porsche dealerships

  28-02-2018 21:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  Porsche Cars North America will equip all 189 of its U.S. dealerships with 800-volt DC fast-charging stations in preparation for the launch of an electric sedan based on the Mission E concept.
  
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• Arrivederci diesel: Rome to ban oil-burning cars by 2024

  28-02-2018 20:06
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,EuropeRome, one of Europe's most traffic-clogged cities and home to thousands of ancient outdoor monuments threatened by pollution, plans to ban diesel cars from the city center by 2024.Mayor Virginia Raggi announced the decision on her Facebook page on Tuesday, saying: "If we want to intervene seriously, we have to have the courage to adopt strong measures".Her comments followed a court ruling in Germany that cities there can ban the most heavily polluting die
  
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• BMW, Toyota invest in self-driving shuttle startup

  28-02-2018 19:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  May Mobility, a startup that develops fleets of self-driving microshuttles, has raised $11.5 million in seed funding, in part from units of BMW and Toyota.
  
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• New Hyundai Santa Fe 2018 review

  28-02-2018 18:40
  
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  Image 1 of 20 1 Mar, 2018 7:00amLawrence Allan
  Due in the UK later this year, the fourth generation of the Hyundai Santa Fe SUV is showing signs of promise…Big family SUVs: if a mainstream manufacturer isn’t making one, there’s almost certainly a model on the horizon. It’s a segment that’s been enjoying growth for years, and Hyundai has more experience than many.With upstarts like the Skoda Kodiaq fresh on the scene, the venerable Santa Fe is entering
  
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• Junkyard Gem: This 1987 Dodge 600 SE Sedan is suspiciously Benz-ish

  28-02-2018 18:40
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Dodge,Sedan,ClassicsA midsized member of the versatile Chrysler K-Car family, with Mercedes-influenced styling. This one made it to age 31 before being discarded in Colorado.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: This 1987 Dodge 600 SE Sedan is suspiciously Benz-ish Junkyard Gem: This 1987 Dodge 600 SE Sedan is suspiciously Benz-ish originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 12:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Commen
  
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• Honda's Civic Type R Time Attack 2018 is a record-seeking circus

  28-02-2018 18:12
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Geneva Motor Show,Honda,Hatchback,PerformanceHonda's Civic Type R Time Attack 2018 will see Jenson Button and other drivers try to break lap records at European tracks in Honda's newest hot hatch.Continue reading Honda's Civic Type R Time Attack 2018 is a record-seeking circus Honda's Civic Type R Time Attack 2018 is a record-seeking circus originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 12:12:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email
  
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• Nissan NZ's unique Leaf launch challenge

  28-02-2018 17:56
  Nissan New Zealand is facing a challenge launching the redesigned Leaf in 2019 few, if any, other official importers worldwide have to deal with.
  
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• GM now landfill-free at 142 facilities

  28-02-2018 17:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  General Motors has added 27 operations that do not send waste to a landfill after recycling or reusing, bringing its total to 142 landfill-free facilities worldwide.
  
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• 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 taillights revealed in teaser

  28-02-2018 17:40
  
  Filed under:GMC,TruckThe wait is almost over.Continue reading 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 taillights revealed in teaser 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 taillights revealed in teaser originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 11:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Audi RS5 First Drive Review | Harder-edged and hungry for speed

  28-02-2018 17:30
  
  Filed under:Reviews,Audi,First Drives,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceNurburgring tested and faster than ever.Continue reading 2018 Audi RS5 First Drive Review | Harder-edged and hungry for speed 2018 Audi RS5 First Drive Review | Harder-edged and hungry for speed originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 11:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW teases slinky four-door that might be 8 Series Gran Coupe

  28-02-2018 16:15
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,BMW,Coupe,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceIt's a coupe-like sedan.Continue reading BMW teases slinky four-door that might be 8 Series Gran Coupe BMW teases slinky four-door that might be 8 Series Gran Coupe originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 10:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• McLaren Senna Carbon Theme, 'surprise announcement' at Geneva

  28-02-2018 16:00
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,McLaren,Coupe,Performance,SupercarsMcLaren will also offer the ultra-lightweight MSO 7-Spoke Hybrid Carbon Fiber wheels as an option.Continue reading McLaren Senna Carbon Theme, 'surprise announcement' at Geneva McLaren Senna Carbon Theme, 'surprise announcement' at Geneva originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 10:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Autoblog Classifieds Finds: 1991 Bentley Turbo R

  28-02-2018 16:00
  
  Filed under:Used Car Buying,ClassicsBig torque, and perhaps big maintenance bills, but enough luxury to overcome the headache?Continue reading Autoblog Classifieds Finds: 1991 Bentley Turbo R Autoblog Classifieds Finds: 1991 Bentley Turbo R originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 10:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Dodge truck program prompts expansion at Grupo Antolin's Michigan plant

  28-02-2018 15:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  Grupo Antolin has received approval for an expanded state grant for its plans to hire an additional 210 workers to handle a Dodge program at its suburban Detroit auto interiors plant.
  
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• Toyota creates world's most thermally efficient 2.0-liter gas engine

  28-02-2018 15:25
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Videos,Toyota,Electric,HybridToyota unveils powertrain components for the TNGA architecture, including the world's most thermally efficient 2.0-liter gas engine.Continue reading Toyota creates world's most thermally efficient 2.0-liter gas engine Toyota creates world's most thermally efficient 2.0-liter gas engine originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 09:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Honda Ridgeline: What I love, what I loathe

  28-02-2018 15:00
  
  Filed under:Honda,Long-Term Garage,TruckHere are the pros and cons of living with our long-term test truck.Continue reading 2018 Honda Ridgeline: What I love, what I loathe 2018 Honda Ridgeline: What I love, what I loathe originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 09:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Richard Petty race cars, trophies and more to be auctioned off

  28-02-2018 14:45
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Auctions,RacingContinue reading Richard Petty race cars, trophies and more to be auctioned off Richard Petty race cars, trophies and more to be auctioned off originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 08:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes X-Class gains V6 power with the launch of the X 350 d

  28-02-2018 14:33
  
  Richard Ingram2018-02-28 13:30
  Six-cylinder Mercedes X-Class arrives as promised, with 254bhp and permanent all-wheel driveMercedes has revealed a V6 version of its X-Class pick-up truck, boasting 254bhp and 550Nm of torque. It’ll go on sale in the UK this summer, priced from around £45,000 inc. VAT. 
  As promised when the four-cylinder X-Class launched last year, a V6 version has now joined the range with a seven-speed automatic gearbox and 4MATIC all-wheel drive. It joins the X
  
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• Mercedes X 350 d launched with V6 power

  28-02-2018 14:33
  
  Richard Ingram2018-02-28 13:30
  Six-cylinder Mercedes X-Class arrives as promised, with 254bhp and permanent all-wheel driveMercedes has revealed a V6 version of its X-Class pick-up truck, boasting 254bhp and 550Nm of torque. It’ll go on sale in the UK this summer, priced from around £45,000 inc. VAT. 
  As promised when the four-cylinder X-Class launched last year, a V6 version has now joined the range with a seven-speed automatic gearbox and 4MATIC all-wheel drive. It joins the X
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover to sell its eclectic kids’ pedal car collection

  28-02-2018 14:30
  
  James Wilson2018-02-28 13:30
  Jaguar Land Rover is selling off its amazing collection of 140 children's pedal cars as its JLR Classic division expandsIn an effort to create space for the expansion of its Jaguar Land Rover Classic division, JLR is selling its reserve fleet of cars and amongst them are 140 children's pedal cars from its range of vintage toys. This is by no means the extent of the firm’s pedal car collection as the marque is only selling models that don’t feature JLR bra
  
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• Geely's 'hostile' move on Daimler is a watershed

  28-02-2018 14:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Chinese companies have been careful not to kick up enough political dust to attract attention when arranging a deal with foreign companies. Not any more.
  
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• Chinese EV startup NIO hires banks for $2 billion U.S. stock IPO

  28-02-2018 14:30
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,China,North America,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Sedan,SUV,ElectricIt plans to bring its first car to U.S. market in 2020Continue reading Chinese EV startup NIO hires banks for $2 billion U.S. stock IPO Chinese EV startup NIO hires banks for $2 billion U.S. stock IPO originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 08:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Waymo self-driving video seeks to reassure wary riders

  28-02-2018 14:12
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Videos,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Minivan/Van,AutonomousContinue reading Waymo self-driving video seeks to reassure wary riders Waymo self-driving video seeks to reassure wary riders originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 08:12:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Icahn Automotive expands its footprint in Detroit suburbs

  28-02-2018 14:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  Legendary investor Carl Icahn's aggressive expansion into the automotive segment continued in the Detroit area market this week.
  
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• Range Rover Velar P300 2018 review

  28-02-2018 14:01
  
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  Image 1 of 11 28 Feb, 2018 1:45pmDean Gibson
  We try the most powerful four-cylinder petrol version of the Range Rover Velar. Is it as sporty as its power output suggests?It's fair to say that the new Range Rover Velar was a hit for Land Rover as soon as it arrived in showrooms. With its sharp looks and a cabin bursting with technology, it's one of the hot picks of 2018. But how well does the Velar stack up as a sporty SUV? We’ve tried the most powerful four-cylinder petrol Ve
  
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• Monument-filled, traffic-clogged Rome to ban diesel cars by 2024

  28-02-2018 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Rome, one of Europe's most traffic-clogged cities and home to thousands of ancient outdoor monuments threatened by pollution, plans to ban diesel cars from the center by 2024.
  
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• New Mercedes A-Class set up for car sharing

  28-02-2018 13:55
  Daimler said its redesigned A-Class, due to make its public debut at the Geneva show next week, is set up for private car sharing using the Mercedes me app Car Sharing.
  
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• Porsche opens up about the electric Mission E, takes jab at Tesla

  28-02-2018 13:45
  
  Filed under:Porsche,Sedan,Electric,Future,Luxury,PerformancePorsche's head of electric vehicles gets expansive about the challenges behind the Mission E, and takes a swipe at Tesla.Continue reading Porsche opens up about the electric Mission E, takes jab at Tesla Porsche opens up about the electric Mission E, takes jab at Tesla originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2018 07:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Volkswagen Touareg prototype review

  28-02-2018 13:40
  
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  Image 1 of 15 28 Feb, 2018 11:00pmSam Naylor
  We hit the road in a prototype version of the new advanced Volkswagen Touareg SUVThe new Touareg is a big car in more ways than one; as well as being VW’s flagship SUV, the third-generation model is set to inform the design and technology of the brand’s next series of products. We’ve been behind the wheel of a pre-production car.
  Despite the camouflage, you can see it’s not only wider and longer than the previous-
  
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• Bespoke McLaren Senna Carbon Theme revealed by MSO

  28-02-2018 13:38
  
  James Brodie2018-02-28 13:00
  MSO adapted version of the 789bhp McLaren Senna will be showcased at the Geneva Motor ShowMcLaren Special Operations (MSO) - the British supercar brand’s bespoke modification service – will reveal a tweaked version of the new 789bhp Senna supercar at the Geneva Motor Show next week.
  Called the McLaren Senna Carbon Theme by McLaren Special Operations, it’s one of five unique visual themes cooked up by MSO for the new Senna, and showcases the car
  
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• Novares opens third plant in Chihuahua to supply plastics to BMW and Ford

  28-02-2018 13:36
  Novares has opened its third production plant in Chihuahua, taking its Mexican factory total to five.
  
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• Amazon's Alexa takes open-source route to beat Google into cars

  28-02-2018 13:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  Amazon is embracing open-source software in the race to get its voice-based Alexa digital assistant into cars ahead of Google.
  
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• Toyota confirms next gen Auris for UK plant

  28-02-2018 13:21
  As widely expected, Toyota has announced that the third generation Auris will be built at Toyota Manufacturing UK's (TMUK) Burnaston factory.
  
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• New Lexus RC 300h F Sport Black Edition arrives for Geneva

  28-02-2018 13:08
  
  James Brodie2018-02-28 12:15
  Special edition version of range-topping hybrid Lexus RC goes on sale in Britain in MayLexus will introduce a new special edition RC at the Geneva Motor Show next week, which will hit the UK market in early May.
  Called the RC 300h F Sport Black Edition, a number of stealthy styling additions single it out from the regular RC coupe, while it’s based on the range-topping F Sport Premier specification model.
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• Denso adds more investment in Tennessee

  28-02-2018 13:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Denso has upped its capital spending in East Tennessee to boost U.S. production of fuel pump and gas injectors.
  
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• Mitsubishi names Diaz CEO of North America

  28-02-2018 12:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  Former Nissan and Chrysler executive Fred Diaz will be put in charge of Mitsubishi's North American operations, the latest step in the Renault Nissan Alliance's plan to revive the small Japanese brand.
  
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• Hyundai Kona comes with two electric powertrain options

  28-02-2018 12:20
  The Hyundai 'Kona Electric' SUV - which goes on sale in Europe this summer - will feature two different electric powertrain options.
  
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• ‘Porsche ditching diesel is bad news for the car industry’

  28-02-2018 12:05
  
  Graham Hope2018-02-28 11:00
  Car manufacturers are facing an uphill battle to convince customers that diesel has a future, says Graham Hope“There is no truth. There is only perception.” A famous quote from the acclaimed French novelist Gustave Flaubert, and one I was reminded of again last week, when Porsche confirmed it would no longer sell diesel cars in its current line-up.
  The German brand, part of the wider VW Group empire implicated in the Dieselgate scandal, has already launche
  
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• Opel labour director steps down

  28-02-2018 11:57
  Opel says board member and labour director, Ulrich Schumacher will leave the company effective 28 February. 
  
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• Michelin appoints Adeline Challon-Kemoun as EVP

  28-02-2018 11:54
  Michelin says Adeline Challon-Kemoun will join as a member of the Group Executive Committee, EVP, Brands, Sustainable Development, Communications and Public Affairs.
  
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• Ineos unveils copolymer for automotive applications

  28-02-2018 11:53
  Ineos Styrolution has unveiled a AMSAN copolymer grade expected to become useful for automotive exterior applications.
  
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• Gentex unveils leadership changes

  28-02-2018 11:52
  Gentex has appointed Neil Boehm as chief technology officer and vice president of engineering, with Kevin Nash becoming VP of finance, chief financial officer and treasurer.
  
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• GAC Mitsubishi Motors to begin domestic sales in China

  28-02-2018 11:52
  Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has announced that its joint venture business in China with Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) and Mitsubishi Corporation-GAC Mitsubishi Motors (GMMC) will begin the domestic sale and delivery of the all new Eupheme Plug-in Hybrid Electric (PHEV) SUV from March 2018.
  
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• Fiat Brazil's Cronos saloon faces tough competition

  28-02-2018 11:47
  The debut of the Cronos, the saloon variant of Fiat Brazil's Argo hatchback, illustrates the sophistication level of products now offered here.
  
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• New Renault Master ZE electric van revealed

  28-02-2018 11:22
  
  Dean Gibson2018-02-28 13:00
  Renault adds electric drive to its big-selling Master panel van to promote zero-emissions urban deliveriesRenault has electrified the Master large van to create the Master ZE, an all-electric delivery van that's designed with zero-emissions urban delivery in mind. It joins the Renault ZE electric commercial vehicle range alongside the Kangoo ZE and Twizy Cargo, although it's far larger than both. As well as offering exhaust emission-free driving, Renault is also intro
  
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