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• 2020 Audi SQ8 revealed in spy photos

  25-06-2018 23:00
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Audi,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,PerformanceThere's no camouflage here.Continue reading 2020 Audi SQ8 revealed in spy photos 2020 Audi SQ8 revealed in spy photos originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 17:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 2000 Volkswagen GTI

  25-06-2018 22:45
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Volkswagen,Automotive History,HatchbackHere's a 2000 Volkswagen GTI GLS 1.8T in the ultra-rare Tropic Orange color, spotted in a Denver self-service wrecking yardContinue reading Junkyard Gem: 2000 Volkswagen GTI Junkyard Gem: 2000 Volkswagen GTI originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 16:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford's depot positions Detroit, Dearborn for transit corridor

  25-06-2018 22:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  Bill Ford's grand vision of developing a "transportation invention corridor" along Michigan Avenue is going to require some grand thinking and probably a pile of public and private money.
  
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• Ferris Bueller Ferrari replica goes on display

  25-06-2018 21:45
  
  Filed under:Ownership,TV/MoviesIf you want to see the famous movie "Ferrari", head over to the AACA Museum in Hershey, PA.Continue reading Ferris Bueller Ferrari replica goes on display Ferris Bueller Ferrari replica goes on display originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 15:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Ford Focus 2018 review

  25-06-2018 21:14
  
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  Image 1 of 18 26 Jun, 2018 12:30pmJohn McIlroy
  The all-new Ford Focus has arrived, and we drive it for the first time. Is it a match for the VW Golf and Kia Ceed?There was a time when the Ford Focus was a comfortably straightforward choice in the mainstream family hatchback market. All it had to do was fend off the Vauxhall Astra on handling and undercut the Volkswagen Golf on price and, well, the sales kept on rolling in; Ford has shifted more than two million Focuses in
  
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• All-new 2018 Peugeot Partner takes a bow

  25-06-2018 21:01
  
  Dean Gibson2018-06-26 07:45
  New Peugeot Partner small van shares technology and its rugged looks with the Rifter MPVPeugeot has revealed the all-new Parter compact van, and the chunky newcomer gets a bit of a crossover style makeover to help it stand out in the busy sector. It shares its bodywork with the recently revealed Peugeot Rifter MPV, so it features boxy styling, a chunky grille and plenty of design touches to help separate it from the similar Citroen Berlingo Van, as well as the new Vau
  
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• A pilgrimage to the Honda Collection Hall at Twin Ring Motegi | Autoblog in Japan

  25-06-2018 21:01
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Honda,Automotive History,Bikes,Classics,Racing,Original VideoSoichiro Honda, oval pistons and Ayrton Senna, oh my!Continue reading A pilgrimage to the Honda Collection Hall at Twin Ring Motegi | Autoblog in Japan A pilgrimage to the Honda Collection Hall at Twin Ring Motegi | Autoblog in Japan originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 15:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S. set to limit China investments

  25-06-2018 20:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  President Donald Trump plans to spur more trade tensions with China by barring many Chinese companies from investing in American technology firms, and by blocking additional tech exports to Beijing.
  
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• Toyota hires Manjit Singh as North American chief information officer

  25-06-2018 20:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Toyota's new North American IT chief has a wide-ranging background in industries such as gambling, food and razors. Now he'll try his hand at in the auto space, filling the role left open by his recently promoted new boss.
  
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• Lamborghini restores ultra-rare one-off Miura SVR

  25-06-2018 19:19
  
  Filed under:Lamborghini,Coupe,Classics,PerformanceLamborghini's factory restoration division has just finished reworking a unique Miura.Continue reading Lamborghini restores ultra-rare one-off Miura SVR Lamborghini restores ultra-rare one-off Miura SVR originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 13:19:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Everyone Active: Ford Europe gets into small pseudo-SUVs

  25-06-2018 19:17
  It's always fun listening to auto execs come up with new phrases to explaining where a new product fits so take a bow, Ford of Britain fleet director, Owen Gregory, for this little gem to describe the Ka+, Fiesta and Focus Active variants: "We want the spirit of SUV-ness but with sharper ride and handling while avoiding fuel economy compromises."
  
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• BMW could close UK plants if Brexit hurts supply chain

  25-06-2018 19:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  BMW would have to close its British factories if Brexit leads to serious supply chain disruption, a company executive told the Financial Times.
  
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• More automakers working to turn your smartphone into a shareable digital car key

  25-06-2018 18:20
  
  Filed under:Audi,BMW,GM,Hyundai,Volkswagen,Emerging Technologies,Smartphone,TechnologyCar Connectivity Consortium wants personalized, transferable keys for future mobility.Continue reading More automakers working to turn your smartphone into a shareable digital car key More automakers working to turn your smartphone into a shareable digital car key originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 12:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | 
  
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• New Ford Ka+ Active 2018 review

  25-06-2018 18:09
  
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  Image 1 of 11 27 Jun, 2018 11:45amAlex Ingram
  Baby SUV looks and raised ride height add character to an already fun-to-drive superminiThis is the Ford Ka+ Active: the Blue Oval’s smallest car with desires to be an SUV. It joins the range as part of a mid-life refresh for the full Ka+ range and sits at the top of three trim levels.
  As with Ford’s other Active models, the jacked-up Ka+ comes with a tougher 4x4-inspired stance and matching body kit. There is a diesel
  
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• Dodge's final Viper and Demon join stage in a million-dollar auction

  25-06-2018 18:05
  
  Filed under:Auctions,PerformanceThe entire proceeds go to charity.Continue reading Dodge's final Viper and Demon join stage in a million-dollar auction Dodge's final Viper and Demon join stage in a million-dollar auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 12:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes-Benz axes four PHEV models to make way for EQ range

  25-06-2018 17:50
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,Hatchback,Sedan,SUV,Diesel,Electric,Future,Hybrid,LuxuryFaster, more powerful EQ PHEV range starts this year with S 560e.Continue reading Mercedes-Benz axes four PHEV models to make way for EQ range Mercedes-Benz axes four PHEV models to make way for EQ range originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 11:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mclaren 570S-based track car spied at the Nurburgring

  25-06-2018 17:35
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,McLaren,Coupe,Performance,SupercarsThis is the car McLaren has been teasing.Continue reading Mclaren 570S-based track car spied at the Nurburgring Mclaren 570S-based track car spied at the Nurburgring originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 11:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Don't waste your money | 2018 Honda Ridgeline Review

  25-06-2018 17:20
  
  Filed under:Videos,Honda,Car Buying,Long-Term Garage,Truck,Original VideoDon't spend your hard-earned cash like 2008 never happened.Continue reading Don't waste your money | 2018 Honda Ridgeline Review Don't waste your money | 2018 Honda Ridgeline Review originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 11:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Honda Ridgeline Review | Don't waste your money on something else

  25-06-2018 17:20
  
  Filed under:Videos,Honda,Car Buying,Long-Term Garage,Truck,Original VideoDon't spend your hard-earned cash like 2008 never happened.Continue reading 2018 Honda Ridgeline Review | Don't waste your money on something else 2018 Honda Ridgeline Review | Don't waste your money on something else originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 11:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes-Benz is selling a replica of its first model

  25-06-2018 17:05
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Mercedes-Benz,Car Buying,ClassicsYou can roll like it's 1886.Continue reading Mercedes-Benz is selling a replica of its first model Mercedes-Benz is selling a replica of its first model originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 11:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Vauxhall Combo compact van arrives

  25-06-2018 16:57
  
  Jonathan Burn2018-06-26 03:00
  This is the new 2018 Vauxhall Combo van built on the same platform as the Citroen Berlingo and Peugeot PartnerVauxhall has revealed the new Combo. Due in dealers in December, the latest version of the panel van will be offered in three body styles: the standard short wheelbase, a long wheelbase (extended by 35cm) and a crew cab with seating for six.
  Mechanically, it’s almost identical to the Combo Life MPV – and by extension its PSA cousins the Peugeot R
  
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• 2020 BMW X6 spied looking leaner and meaner

  25-06-2018 16:55
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,BMW,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryIt also has similarities to the X5.Continue reading 2020 BMW X6 spied looking leaner and meaner 2020 BMW X6 spied looking leaner and meaner originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 10:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Koenigsegg teases replacement for Agera RS in sketch

  25-06-2018 16:35
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Geneva Motor Show,Misc. Automakers,Koenigsegg,Future,Performance,SupercarsIt's set to be more extreme than the record-holding Agera RS.Continue reading Koenigsegg teases replacement for Agera RS in sketch Koenigsegg teases replacement for Agera RS in sketch originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 10:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Harley-Davidson to move some production out of U.S. to avoid E.U. tariffs

  25-06-2018 16:05
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Plants/Manufacturing,MotorcycleIt's too much cost to pass off onto dealers and customers.Continue reading Harley-Davidson to move some production out of U.S. to avoid E.U. tariffs Harley-Davidson to move some production out of U.S. to avoid E.U. tariffs originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 10:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bentley Bentayga takes Pikes Peak SUV record

  25-06-2018 15:30
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Bentley,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryThe earlier SUV record was also held by a British SUV, a Range Rover Sport.Continue reading Bentley Bentayga takes Pikes Peak SUV record Bentley Bentayga takes Pikes Peak SUV record originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 09:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla Semi apparently has a "Mad Max" mode

  25-06-2018 15:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Truck,Commercial Vehicles,ElectricAt least the test version doesContinue reading Tesla Semi apparently has a "Mad Max" mode Tesla Semi apparently has a "Mad Max" mode originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 09:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NASCAR driver Joey Logano talks about the physical intensity of racing

  25-06-2018 15:00
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Motorsports,Videos,Racing,Original VideoJoey Logano talks about preparing for NASCAR's physical demandContinue reading NASCAR driver Joey Logano talks about the physical intensity of racing NASCAR driver Joey Logano talks about the physical intensity of racing originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW could benefit most in U.S. from Ford alliance

  25-06-2018 14:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  VW and Ford's exploration of a production alliance for commercial vehicles may be a big gain for VW, which could potentially cut costs and gain access to Ford factories.
  
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• FAW-VW completes second Foshan production line

  25-06-2018 14:53
  FAW-Volkswagen last week opened a new production line at its Foshan plant in China's southerly Guangdong province, as part of the company's aggressive expansion strategy in the world's largest vehicle market.
  
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• Stocks sink on trade fears, oil falls

  25-06-2018 14:50
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Motorsports,Videos,Racing,Original Video"We suspect the Trump team will push ahead with these policies."Continue reading Stocks sink on trade fears, oil falls Stocks sink on trade fears, oil falls originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Jun 2018 08:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• US tariffs credit negative - Moody's

  25-06-2018 14:48
  A 25% tariff being considered on vehicles and auto parts imported to the US would be broadly credit negative for the global auto industry, Moody's Investors Service said in a report.
  
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• Loved by Musk, mocked by critics, Tesla's tent gets put to test

  25-06-2018 14:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  If Elon Musk makes good on his pledge that Tesla will be pumping out 5,000 Model 3 sedans a week by the end of the month, it may be thanks to the curious structure outside the company's factory.
  
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• Seat to lead VW Group's North Africa expansion

  25-06-2018 13:42
  Seat has been designated by Volkswagen to lead the Group's growth in North Africa and will start to coordinate strategy and on-site brands in the region, identify synergies and foster partnerships with other companies.
  
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• Renault's Dacia, 50, eyes the future

  25-06-2018 13:42
  Dacia, the Renault Group's Romanian unit, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, but has its sights set firmly on the future.
  
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• Opel and Vauxhall unions join Global Group Works Council

  25-06-2018 13:40
  PSA's Global Works Council has added representatives of the IG Metall, Unite, UGT, NSZZ Solidarnosc, PRO GE and Jármugyártók Szakszervezeti Bizottsága trade unions, which act on behalf of Opel and Vauxhall employees.
  
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• Dana and Hydro-Quebec ink joint venture

  25-06-2018 13:33
  Dana and Hydro-Quebec have unveiled a joint-venture partnership in which TM4, a subsidiary of Hydro-Quebec, will become the supplier's source for electric motors, power inverters, and control systems.
  
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• Italy aims to pass Norway as Europe's No. 1 EV market

  25-06-2018 13:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Italy's new government has a plan to put 1 million electric vehicles on the nation's roads by 2022 in an push to go from being the region's weakest EV market to replacing Norway as its strongest.
  
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• Brexit - that'll be the Daewoo 

  25-06-2018 13:23
  The automotive industry used to be awash with sub-contract manufacturers. Some will argue it still is - lots of Japanese vehicle assembly is carried out by affiliates for example, while kit operations in far flung countries are often managed by sub-contractors. However, they could also be categorised more as joint ventures with the OEM holding a minority share.
  
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• Dacia Sandero tops Europe private retail sales chart

  25-06-2018 13:21
  What car sold the most to private, retail customers across Europe last year? Would you believe the Dacia Sandero with more than a quarter of a million sales into that sector?
  
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• Trump tariffs could run European convertibles off U.S. roads

  25-06-2018 13:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  Expensive European convertibles are among the vehicles that could become rare on American roads if President Trump's proposal to impose 20 percenttariffs on imported cars takes effect.
  
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• France points to State support for auto success

  25-06-2018 12:26
  French government officials are pointing to State initiatives in the automotive sector as part of the reason for its current success, particularly in the North of the country.
  
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• New Bentley Bentayga Pikes Peak Limited Edition revealed

  25-06-2018 12:02
  
  Alex Ingram2018-06-25 11:40
  Bentley marks the Bentayga SUV's record-breaking Pikes Peak climb with a short run of 10 special modelsThis is the Bentley Bentayga Pikes Peak Limited Edition: a special which marks the SUV’s record-breaking run on the gruelling Colorado mountain route.
  Limited to just 10 cars, the Pikes Peak gets a cosmetic package which mimics the car which broke the record. Most notable is the “Radium” paint finish - a more subdued black is also available - and 22
  
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• New Ford Focus offers optional pothole detection

  25-06-2018 11:40
  Ford is limiting the impact of damaged roads for drivers of the redesigned European Focus going on sale across Europe by introducing innovative pothole detection technology as an option.
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover needs differentiation through good design - exec

  25-06-2018 11:34
  As the auto industry reacts to the threat of disruption in the mobility space, a Jaguar Land Rover executive has stressed the need for the company to rise above commoditisation and continue to adapt to changing market needs with vehicle designs that customers can be passionate about.
  
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• Volvo-s60-made-in-america

  25-06-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Volvo's upcoming made-in-America S60 will target younger buyers and hold the promise of diverse powertrains.
  
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• Volvo opens new U.S. factory, now it is racing the clock

  25-06-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Volvo just threw the switch to launch its South Carolina assembly plant. But it has its eye on a bigger goal in 36 months.
  
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• Supplier sector churns even as rankings stay stable

  25-06-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Beneath the surface of steady growth, change and repositioning are roiling the global supplier industry.
  
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• Rupert Stadler's arrest is a first #8212; and a bit of a shock

  25-06-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  It would have been just another busy week at Audi were it not for a little matter of the arrest and imprisonment of CEO Rupert Stadler.
  
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• Retailer Prime Motor Group launches Prime Flip vehicle subscription service

  25-06-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  If the future includes customers who don't want to own or lease vehicles, Prime Motor Group aims to be ready with a subscription service.
  
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• MItsubishi COO Trevor Mann pushes increased vehicle sales, revenue and profits in new growth plan

  25-06-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  It has been a year and a half since Nissan took a controlling stake in Mitsubishi and installed hard-charging British executive Trevor Mann as its COO. In October, the new management team presented an interim growth plan.
  
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