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• 2019 BMW X5 starts at just over $60,000

  04-07-2018 21:40
  
  Filed under:BMW,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryIt's a bit more expensive than the 2018Continue reading 2019 BMW X5 starts at just over $60,000 2019 BMW X5 starts at just over $60,000 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Jul 2018 15:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• CANADA: 'Significant headwinds' as sales slip 4 straight months

  04-07-2018 21:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  Canadian new vehicles sales fell for the fourth consecutive month in June, down 1.6 percent compared to last year,. The head of the Global Automakers of Canada says sales were strong but now face headwinds.
  
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• U.S. tells German automakers tariff threat may be abandoned, report says

  04-07-2018 20:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  The U.S. ambassador to Germany told German automakers that President Trump could abandon threats to impose tariffs on light vehicles imported from the European Union in exchange for concessions, Reuters reported Thursday, citing an industry source.
  
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• ASEAN Automotive Outlook, 2018 - Markets Insider

  04-07-2018 19:45 via markets.businessinsider.com
  ASEAN Automotive Outlook, 2018
  Markets Insider
  LONDON, July 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Vehicle Sales to Cross 3.5 Million Units in 2018 as Japanese Carmakers Continue to Lead the Market in Indonesia and Thailand Download the full report: https://www.reportbuyer.com/product/5468056. Sustained ...and more »
  
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• Audi E-Tron shows off its interior

  04-07-2018 18:54
  
  Filed under:Audi,Crossover,SUV,Electric,LuxuryLook mom, no mirrors!Continue reading Audi E-Tron shows off its interior Audi E-Tron shows off its interior originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Jul 2018 12:54:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mercedes eSprinter electric van prototype review - pictures

  04-07-2018 18:15
  Prototype version of zero-emissions electric van adds to award-winning Sprinter's talents
  
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• New Mercedes eSprinter electric van gets huge range boost - pictures

  04-07-2018 18:15
  Pictures of the Mercedes eSprinter
  
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• Automotive Assistant Fast Fit Manager - Motor Trader

  04-07-2018 17:37 via jobs.motortrader.com
  Automotive Assistant Fast Fit Manager
  Motor Trader
  Automotive, Motor Trade Job: Assistant Manager / Vehicle Technician Required in Rotherham. Salary: Up to £28,000 Basic, OTE £30,000 Per Annum Term: Full Time, Permanent Motor Trade Jobs / Automotive Vacancies: Automotive Assistant Manager / MOT ...
  
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• £130 million international investment in UK automotive sector - GOV.UK

  04-07-2018 17:36 via gov.uk
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  £130 million international investment in UK automotive sector
  GOV.UK
  4 new automotive plants are opening across the country, creating 500 new jobs; Investment Minister Graham Stuart welcomes the news and £130 million foreign direct investment into the UK; UK automotive sector exported £41 billion worth of products in ...
  UK automotive sector gets £130 mn of FDI creating jobs across 4 plantsDevdiscourseall 2 news articles »
  
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• The 600 HP Club | The 50 most powerful new cars sold in America

  04-07-2018 17:30
  
  Filed under:Performance50 cars sold in America have 600 or more horsepower.Continue reading The 600 HP Club | The 50 most powerful new cars sold in America The 600 HP Club | The 50 most powerful new cars sold in America originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Jul 2018 11:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mercedes eVito 2020 review

  04-07-2018 17:00
  
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  The Mercedes eVito is a decent electric van in what's still a relatively niche area of the market. It's refined, quiet and has a great payload weight, although you'll sacrifice driving range if you get anywhere near the maximum. The 93-mile driving range is modest, but if you do lots of short urban hops and can charge it overnight, then you're unlikely to troubled that in a day's use. Yes the price is steep, but if you can maximise the miles you do on a full charge, then you'll save hund
  
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• New Mercedes eVito 2018 review

  04-07-2018 16:46
  
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  Image 1 of 8 4 Jul, 2018 4:00pmDean Gibson
  All-electric Mercedes eVito leads the German maker's charge into EV van deliveriesWith ever-tighter restrictions starting to limit the type of vehicles that can and cannot enter city centres across the globe, there is a need for manufacturers to produce commercial vehicles that can deliver goods in these areas while producing zero emissions. That's where the Mercedes eVito hopes to meet a demand for zero-emissions delivery vans.
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• Volvo reveals new M mobility brand for 2019 launch

  04-07-2018 16:11
  
  James Brodie2018-07-04 15:25
  Volvo is developing a new smartphone based car-sharing platform, which hits its native market and the US next yearVolvo has announced the launch of a mobility brand called M, aimed at providing customers with on-demand access to cars through a new app.
  The service will do more than map available cars and pick-up points. It will learn about its users, to deliver what Volvo says will be a more personalised service. It’ll launch in Sweden and the United States in
  
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• Mercedes CLS vs Audi A7 Sportback

  04-07-2018 16:05
  
  2018-07-04 15:10
  The latest Mercedes CLS and Audi A7 Sportback four-door coupes lock horns in a battle for premium honoursThe four-door executive coupe is a niche that’s been fully exploited by Mercedes with its CLS. That model was originally launched 13 years ago, and it helped the company get the jump on arch-rival Audi. However, the Ingolstadt brand wasn’t too far behind with its A7 Sportback.
  Both cars offer the tech, sophistication and refinement you expect from a premium German
  
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• How to find a luxury car that’s right for you

  04-07-2018 16:01
  
  Filed under:Car Buying,LuxurySpoil yourself with a luxury carContinue readingHow to find a luxury car that’s right for youHow to find a luxury car that’s right for you originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Jul 2018 10:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Renault, Nissan to decide on merger within 2 years, sources say

  04-07-2018 15:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  Renault and Nissan have given themselves two years to decide on a possible merger between the two automakers or find an alternative mechanism to enhance their partnership, people familiar with the matter said.
  
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• US-based Varroc Lighting Systems acquires Bulgaria-active Sa-Ba Automotive - SeeNews

  04-07-2018 15:38 via seenews.com
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  US-based Varroc Lighting Systems acquires Bulgaria-active Sa-Ba Automotive
  SeeNews
  SOFIA (Bulgaria), July 4 (SeeNews) - US-headquartered supplier of exterior vehicle lighting Varroc Lighting Systems has acquired Turkish company Sa-Ba Automotive which has a production plant under construction in Bulgaria, Varroc Lighting said. Through ...
  
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• Renault outlines Level 2 to Level 4 autonomous thinking

  04-07-2018 15:32
  Renault says the leap between autonomous driving levels is vast as the automaker wrestles with how to marry human activities with machine understanding.
  
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• Volvo embraces America — ‘our new home market’

  04-07-2018 15:30
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Volvo,Sedan,Autonomous,LuxuryWhen the plant's running at full 150,000-unit capacity, making 90,000 XC90s on top of the S60s, head count will double to around 4,000 employees, half working on export cars, half on local cars.Continue reading Volvo embraces America — ‘our new home market’ Volvo embraces America — ‘our new home market’ originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Jul 2018 09:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of
  
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• How to find a performance car that’s right for you

  04-07-2018 15:01
  
  Filed under:Car Buying,PerformanceGet a quick look at the cream of the high-zoot crop.Continue reading How to find a performance car that’s right for you How to find a performance car that’s right for you originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Jul 2018 09:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Alliance - Automotive Logistics (press release) (blog)

  04-07-2018 15:01 via automotivelogistics.media
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  Automotive Alliance
  Automotive Logistics (press release) (blog)
  July 4th 2018 Carmakers, parts manufacturers, trade bodies and the European Union have all sharply criticised the Trump administration's proposed import tariffs on vehicles and auto parts. Hinting at potential supply chain disruption, Toyota said ...
  
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• BMW Hams Hall i8 engine supply deal continues

  04-07-2018 14:51
  BMW Group's Hams Hall engine plant, near Birmingham, is supplying engines for the latest version of the electrified i8, the roadster, now on sale.
  
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• VW Group invests EUR1bn in Skoda-led India project

  04-07-2018 14:23
  VW Group is investing EUR1bn in a project led by Skoda to develop new models for the Indian car market and potentially for export.
  
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• India Automotive Bearings Market (2018-2025) is Projected to Grow at a CAGR of 13% - Driving Factors are: Growing ... - Business Wire (press release)

  04-07-2018 13:55 via businesswire.com
  India Automotive Bearings Market (2018-2025) is Projected to Grow at a CAGR of 13% - Driving Factors are: Growing ...
  Business Wire (press release)
  DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "India Automotive Bearings Market By Vehicle Type (Two-Wheeler, Passenger Car & Others), By Type (Deep Grove Ball Bearing Angular, Tapered Roller Bearing & Others), By Demand Category (OEM Vs. Replacement), ...and more »
  
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• COMMENT - Be ready for no-deal Brexit scenarios

  04-07-2018 13:51
  In the global scheme of things, Brexit may look like something of a local issue for Europe.
  
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• Global Automotive MEMS Sensor Market Analysis & Forecast 2017-2021, With an Expected CAGR of 13 ... - Business Wire (press release)

  04-07-2018 13:49 via businesswire.com
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  Global Automotive MEMS Sensor Market Analysis & Forecast 2017-2021, With an Expected CAGR of 13 ...
  Business Wire (press release)
  DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Global Automotive MEMS Sensor Market Analysis & Forecast, 2017 - 2021 Focuses on Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Flow and Pressure Sensor, Safety and chassis, Body Electronics and Telematics and Passenger Vehicles" ...
  Global Automotive Pressure Sensors Market Leading Players, Product Types and Applications by 20
  
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• Renault and Paris team for electric mobility

  04-07-2018 13:35
  Renault and the City of Paris are to gradually roll out a commercial offer of electric mobility for Parisians, Ile-de-France residents and visitors, starting in September this year.
  
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• Paul Bradbury appointed MD at Dekra Automotive - Fleet World

  04-07-2018 13:35 via fleetworld.co.uk
  Paul Bradbury appointed MD at Dekra Automotive
  Fleet World
  Dekra Automotive, which offers a number of services in the fleet, retail, aftersales and support services sector, has appointed Paul Bradbury as its new managing director. Paul Bradbury, MD of Dekra Automotive. Bradbury was previously business ...
  
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• Australian sales off 3% in June

  04-07-2018 13:19
  Australian new vehicle sales fell 2.9% year on year in June, according to motor industry official statistical service VFACTS.
  
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• Cooper Standard buys Lauren Manufacturing and Lauren Plastics

  04-07-2018 12:57
  Cooper Standard is to acquire Lauren Manufacturing and Lauren Plastics, subject to regulatory approvals and related parties' consent.
  
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• New Zealand sales surge sputters

  04-07-2018 12:55
  Months of year on year sales rises in New Zealand appear to have ended after the Motor Industry Association reported June sales down 8.2% to 15,172 vehicles though the result was nonetheless the second strongest for the month.
  
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• Opel unions blast possible break up of tech center

  04-07-2018 12:37 via feedproxy.google.com
  Opel's unions condemned the possible partial sell-off of the automaker's Ruesselsheim-based randd arm, demanding management explain itself at a town hall meeting this week.
  
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• New Audi e-tron 2018 ride review

  04-07-2018 12:16
  
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  Image 1 of 24 4 Jul, 2018 11:15amKyle Fortune
  We glide through Copenhagen in the passenger seat of Audi’s first series production battery electric vehicle, the e-tronAudi has teased us with its vision for electric cars for a while now, with various showcars, a handful production run of R8 e-trons for its most special customers, but its first series production EV will reach showrooms early next year.The e-tron will follow Jaguar’s I-Pace and Tesla’s Model X with th
  
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• PSA moves to finalise Free2Move in Paris

  04-07-2018 11:45
  Groupe PSA is finalising the launch of its Paris carsharing service, Free2Move due to start by the last quarter of this year.
  
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• Texas Instruments – Low power LVDS serializer for automotive applications (DS90C189-Q1) - Electropages (blog)

  04-07-2018 11:45 via electropages.com
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  Texas Instruments – Low power LVDS serializer for automotive applications (DS90C189-Q1)
  Electropages (blog)
  The Texas Instruments DS90C189-Q1 is a low power bridge for automotive applications that reduces the size of the RGB interface between the host GPU and the Display. The bridge is designed to support single pixel data transmission between a host and a ...
  
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• Volvo Cars to launch mobility brand 'M'

  04-07-2018 11:07
  Geely-owned Volvo Cars is launching a new mobility brand - 'M' - which it says will expand the company's global mobility operations by providing dependable, on-demand access to cars and services through an intuitive app.
  
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• PSA recognises 16 suppliers with awards

  04-07-2018 11:07
  PSA has recognised 16 suppliers for their contribution to its Push to Pass and Pace initiatives, while also awarding 16 component factories, 'Best Plant of the Year.'
  
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• Mitsubishi dealers to get a new look

  04-07-2018 11:07
  Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is to introduce a new design for the interior and exterior of its 5,000 dealers worldwide.
  
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• Hyundai targets further growth in India

  04-07-2018 11:07
  Hyundai Motor said it expected its vehicle sales in India to exceed 500,000 units for a third consecutive year in 2018 thanks to a strong and diversified model line.
  
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• ‘It’s a significant time for the future of our cars’

  04-07-2018 10:48
  
  Steve Fowler2018-07-04 10:15
  After the Jaguar I-Pace won our 2018 Car of the Year award, Steve Fowler thinks the future of electric cars is looking brighter and brighterChoosing our Car of the Year is the toughest decision we have to make each year. It has to be a model that genuinely sets new standards in its class or even defines a new one. And it’s a decision where cold, hard analysis wins through and any sentiment has to be set to one side.
  This year’s winner is genuinely groundb
  
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• Cox Automotive greens fleet with help of Fleet Alliance - Fleet World - Fleet World

  04-07-2018 10:44 via fleetworld.co.uk
  Cox Automotive greens fleet with help of Fleet Alliance - Fleet World
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  Cox Automotive, owner of Manheim, has awarded Fleet Alliance the deal to manage its 620-plus company car fleet, including making the shift to lower-emission ...and more »
  
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• Asia & Middle East Automotive Tooling (Molds) Market by Type ... - Business Wire (press release)

  04-07-2018 10:25 via businesswire.com
  Asia & Middle East Automotive Tooling (Molds) Market by Type ...
  Business Wire (press release)
  DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Asia & Middle East Automotive Tooling (Molds) Market by Type (Plastic Molds; Forged Products; and Gauges, Jigs ...and more »
  
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• Automotive-focused carbon fibre machine revealed - Insider Media

  04-07-2018 09:24 via insidermedia.com
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  Automotive-focused carbon fibre machine revealed
  Insider Media
  A new machine designed to wind carbon fibre into lightweight parts for the automotive and aerospace industries has been developed by Cygnet Texkimp and The University of Manchester. The 3D Winder is one of the world's first robotic 3D winding machines ...
  
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• Trade Tariffs Will Adversely Impact the Automotive Sector - MetalMiner

  04-07-2018 08:08 via agmetalminer.com
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  Trade Tariffs Will Adversely Impact the Automotive Sector
  MetalMiner
  There will be significant winners and losers to the current U.S.-E.U. trade war, but none more so than in the automotive sector. Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free months of MetalMiner's Outlook. Size matters when it comes to reshuffling ...
  
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• New Shropshire plants part of £130m international investment into UK automotive sector - shropshirestar.com

  04-07-2018 07:02 via shropshirestar.com
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  New Shropshire plants part of £130m international investment into UK automotive sector
  shropshirestar.com
  Minister for Investment Graham Stuart has welcomed £130 million of foreign direct investment (FDI) into the UK automotive sector, which has included creating nearly 400 jobs in two new plants in Shropshire.
  
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• Hyundai shows the power of memories

  04-07-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  In the latest new video to join our charts, Hyundai India shows it's easier said than done when it comes to getting rid of a family car.
  
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• FCA's Canadian plants safe if Chrysler, Dodge die, Unifor says

  04-07-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Unifor President Jerry Dias says he is confident FCA's Canadian plants will survive even though the Chrysler and Dodge brands were left out of the company's five-year business plan last month.
  
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• I Only See Negative Outcomes for Auto Tariffs, Says JSC Automotive - Bloomberg

  04-07-2018 06:18 via bloomberg.com
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  I Only See Negative Outcomes for Auto Tariffs, Says JSC Automotive
  Bloomberg
  Jochen Siebert, managing director at JSC Automotive, discusses the proposed tariffs on auto imports and how they may impact carmakers. He speaks on "Bloomberg Markets: Asia." (Source: Bloomberg). Terms of Service · Trademarks Privacy Policy ©2018 ...
  
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• Fighting pollution with vertical gardens on highway pillars

  04-07-2018 02:02
  
  Filed under:Green,Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoSaving the world and adding some beauty to the landscape all in one.Continue reading Fighting pollution with vertical gardens on highway pillars Fighting pollution with vertical gardens on highway pillars originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 03 Jul 2018 20:02:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• HONDA: Trucks propel a June high

  04-07-2018 00:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  American Honda's U.S. sales jumped 4.8 percent in June on strong light-truck demand. The CR-V, Pilot and redesigned 2019 Acura RDX, which went on sale last month, all had record months.
  
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