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• Elevator to space by 2050?

  12-09-2018 23:43
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoWould you take an elevator to space?Continue reading Elevator to space by 2050? Elevator to space by 2050? originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 17:43:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Lexus UX 250h First Drive Review | Flashy looks and smart hybrid tech

  12-09-2018 23:40
  
  Filed under:Green,Lexus,First Drives,Crossover,Hatchback,Hybrid,LuxuryWhen you're late to the party, you'd better make a bold entrance.Continue reading 2019 Lexus UX 250h First Drive Review | Flashy looks and smart hybrid tech 2019 Lexus UX 250h First Drive Review | Flashy looks and smart hybrid tech originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 17:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo shows off self-driving, electric truck with no cab

  12-09-2018 23:25
  
  Filed under:Green,Volvo,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Truck,Autonomous,Commercial VehiclesWatch it in action on video; here's how it worksContinue reading Volvo shows off self-driving, electric truck with no cab Volvo shows off self-driving, electric truck with no cab originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 17:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Pa. Hyundai, Kia dealerships seek dismissal of captive suit, arbitration

  12-09-2018 23:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  A trio of dealers accused by two automakers' captive finance arms of failing to repay floorplan loans asked a court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Hyundai Capital America and order arbitration.
  
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• Own a 2016 Porsche 911 R in the most affordable way possible: a puzzle

  12-09-2018 22:45
  
  Filed under:Toys/Games,Porsche,Coupe,PerformanceEasy to store, tooContinue reading Own a 2016 Porsche 911 R in the most affordable way possible: a puzzle Own a 2016 Porsche 911 R in the most affordable way possible: a puzzle originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 16:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW Beetle could get a Final Edition for 2019

  12-09-2018 22:15
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Volkswagen,Convertible,CoupeThere could be a Final Edition for the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle, according to VIN code information submitted to NHTSA.Continue reading VW Beetle could get a Final Edition for 2019 VW Beetle could get a Final Edition for 2019 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 16:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Kia ProCeed GT shooting brake spied ahead of its reveal

  12-09-2018 20:45
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Paris Motor Show,Kia,WagonThe slick-looking wagon probably won't make it to the U.S.Continue reading Kia ProCeed GT shooting brake spied ahead of its reveal Kia ProCeed GT shooting brake spied ahead of its reveal originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 14:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla gives some Model S cars remote upgrades due to Hurricane Florence

  12-09-2018 20:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Green Driving,Technology,Sedan,Electric,Luxury,PerformanceSome cars are now supercharger compatible, others have more range.Continue reading Tesla gives some Model S cars remote upgrades due to Hurricane Florence Tesla gives some Model S cars remote upgrades due to Hurricane Florence originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 14:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Woman who gives birth on video in moving car gets another surprise

  12-09-2018 19:40
  
  Filed under:Videos,Weird Car News,Chrysler,Minivan/Van,LuxuryShe was gifted a brand-new Chrysler Pacifica by Jimmy Kimmel.Continue reading Woman who gives birth on video in moving car gets another surprise Woman who gives birth on video in moving car gets another surprise originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Woman gives birth in moving car in shocking video

  12-09-2018 19:40
  
  Filed under:Videos,Weird Car News,Chrysler,Minivan/Van,LuxuryShe was gifted a brand-new Chrysler Pacifica by Jimmy Kimmel.Continue reading Woman gives birth in moving car in shocking video Woman gives birth in moving car in shocking video originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chinese EV maker NIO slumps then bounces back in U.S. IPO [Update]

  12-09-2018 19:25
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Crossover,Electric,Luxury,PerformanceShares in NIO fell 15 percent one day after the company's IPO.Continue reading Chinese EV maker NIO slumps then bounces back in U.S. IPO [Update] Chinese EV maker NIO slumps then bounces back in U.S. IPO [Update] originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chinese electric carmaker NIO slumps in U.S. debut

  12-09-2018 19:25
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Crossover,Electric,Luxury,PerformanceShares in NIO fell 15 percent one day after the company's IPO.Continue reading Chinese electric carmaker NIO slumps in U.S. debut Chinese electric carmaker NIO slumps in U.S. debut originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• CarMax closes 8 stores ahead of storm

  12-09-2018 18:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  CarMax has closed eight stores in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia as Hurricane Florence began hitting the east coast as a Category 2 storm.
  
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• Chinese EV maker NIO shares recover after shaky U.S. debut

  12-09-2018 18:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  Shares of Chinese electric carmaker NIO recovered sharply from a 15 percent fall in their market debut on Wednesday, a day after the company's IPO was priced at the lower end of the expected range.
  
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• Novares acquires 20% of APAG-CoSyst

  12-09-2018 18:27
  The Novares Venture Capital Fund has acquired a stake of 20% in APAG Holding to develop Novares' integrated lighting and mechatronics devices and other products.
  
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• Ford S-Max and Galaxy MPVs updated with new engines and tech

  12-09-2018 18:23
  
  James Brodie2018-09-12 17:25
  A spread of new diesel engines plus subtle cabin upgrades arrive for the Ford S-Max and GalaxyFord has updated both the S-Max and Galaxy MPVs with a range of new engines and updated specification and technology.
  Both cars are now offered with a new 2.0-litre EcoBlue four-cylinder diesel engine, available with 118bhp, 148bhp or 187bhp. A bi-turbo version of the unit ramps power up to 237bhp as well, equipped with a fresh eight speed automatic gearbox operated through
  
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• NSK claims steering column offers greater driver safety

  12-09-2018 18:07
  NSK has developed a tilt and telescopic steering column it claims offers improved collision safety thanks to a new design of breakaway structure that improves reliability in an impact.
  
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• 2019 Lexus ES is first mass-produced car to replace side mirrors with cameras

  12-09-2018 18:00
  
  Filed under:Lexus,Technology,Sedan,LuxuryJapan is the only country it's offered in for now.Continue reading 2019 Lexus ES is first mass-produced car to replace side mirrors with cameras 2019 Lexus ES is first mass-produced car to replace side mirrors with cameras originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Honda Civic automatic review

  12-09-2018 17:59
  
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  Image 1 of 11 12 Sep, 2018 5:00pmJohn McIlroy
  Honda's diesel Civic makes a decent proposition for those doing high miles, but how does it rate when paired with an automatic transmission?Consumers may have caught a cold as far as diesel is concerned – but many car companies have invested lots of money in making them a more compelling choice than ever.
  The Honda Civic is a good example of this; a rival for the VW Golf TDI and Ford Focus EcoBlue models, the 1.6-litre diesel vers
  
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• New 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport facelift spied

  12-09-2018 17:33
  
  James Brodie2018-09-12 16:40
  Updated Discovery Sport will arrive towards the end of 2019 with new infotainment tech, and a hybrid model from 2020Coming up on the agenda for Land Rover is a refreshed Discovery Sport, which has been spotted testing ahead of landing late next year.
  Since introduction in 2015 the model has overtaken the Range Rover Evoque to become the British 4x4 brand’s top seller, with 119,105 units sold globally during the 2017/18 financial year and over 300,000 in total.
  
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• California 'comforted' by Trump officials after authority threat

  12-09-2018 17:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  The head of California's clean air agency doesn't expect a protracted court fight from President Donald Trump's proposed challenge to the state's legal authority to regulate tailpipe emissions.
  
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• 201-horsepower Hyundai Ioniq Electric track car is awesome

  12-09-2018 17:25
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Green,Hyundai,Hatchback,Electric,PerformanceIt uses the Kona Electric's motor.Continue reading 201-horsepower Hyundai Ioniq Electric track car is awesome 201-horsepower Hyundai Ioniq Electric track car is awesome originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 11:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Best DAB car radio adaptors - pictures

  12-09-2018 17:15
  Pictures of the best DAB radio adaptors
  
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• Best DAB car radio adaptors

  12-09-2018 17:15
  
  Digital radio has had a significant impact on in-car entertainment over the past decade. The tech is now fitted to almost every new car as standard, and is how more than 60 per cent of us listen to the radio. There is even talk of permanently switching off the FM transmitters in the near future, making many car radios obsolete. 
  But some relatively young cars still didn’t have DAB fitted at the factory, and changing the entire stereo for an aftermarket system is expensive and could lo
  
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• Porsche's latest experiments with on-demand access

  12-09-2018 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Porsche's ongoing experimentation with on-demand vehicle access has generated two more pilot programs. The goal: Find ways to get people into Porsches.
  
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• Lexus dumps side mirrors for sleek digital camera on next ES

  12-09-2018 16:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  Lexus is dropping traditional side mirrors for sleek digital cameras in what it calls an industry-first move to improve safety, visibility and cabin solitude.
  
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• Why Fiat Chrysler wants $7 billion for Magneti Marelli

  12-09-2018 16:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is seeking more than $7 billion for its car-part unit Magneti Marelli in exclusive sale talks with a supplier owned by KKR, Bloomberg reported.
  
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• Japan may aid carmakers facing U.S. tariff threat

  12-09-2018 16:20
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Isuzu,Mazda,Mitsubishi,Nissan,Subaru,Suzuki,ToyotaAnd government might boost domestic market by eliminating car sales tax.Continue reading Japan may aid carmakers facing U.S. tariff threat Japan may aid carmakers facing U.S. tariff threat originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 10:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Porsche introduces new programs for short-term rentals

  12-09-2018 16:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,PorschePorsche's new rental programs are called Porsche Drive and Porsche Host.Continue reading Porsche introduces new programs for short-term rentals Porsche introduces new programs for short-term rentals originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Lexus UX now the most affordable Lexus

  12-09-2018 16:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Lexus,Crossover,Hybrid,LuxuryStarting price is well below $35,000.Continue reading 2019 Lexus UX now the most affordable Lexus 2019 Lexus UX now the most affordable Lexus originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Drive Midlands launches new programme for the automotive industry - Production Engineering Solutions

  12-09-2018 15:45 via pesmedia.com
  Production Engineering Solutions
  Drive Midlands launches new programme for the automotive industry
  Production Engineering Solutions
  Drive Midlands, which supports and promotes the region's automotive industry, is launching a new programme for the supply chain within the area. The Drive Midlands Automotive Partnership will provide sector-specific support to local firms, regardless ...
  
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• Aston Martin announces Rapide E as its first all-electric model

  12-09-2018 15:37
  
  Filed under:Green,Aston Martin,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Sedan,Electric,LuxuryThe 2019 Aston Martin Rapide E will have two electric motors good for a total of 610 horsepower and 700 lb-ft of torque.Continue reading Aston Martin announces Rapide E as its first all-electric model Aston Martin announces Rapide E as its first all-electric model originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 09:37:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | 
  
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• VW claims first to HP 3D metallic printing for small parts

  12-09-2018 15:00
  Volkswagen claimed to be the first automotive manufacturer using HP's Metal Jet 3D printing technology which simplifies and speeds up metallic printing.
  
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• Trump tariffs targeted by broad swath of U.S. businesses

  12-09-2018 14:50
  
  Filed under:Government/LegalContinue reading Trump tariffs targeted by broad swath of U.S. businesses Trump tariffs targeted by broad swath of U.S. businesses originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 08:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Pioneer gets financial lifeline as car navigation business struggles

  12-09-2018 14:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  Pioneer secured a bailout worth up to $540 million from Baring Private Equity Asia, after failed bets on car navigation and audio systems saddled it with debt and pushed it into the red.
  
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• Gordon Murray Design claims it can halve vehicle body weight

  12-09-2018 14:38
  UK-based design and engineering company Gordon Murray Design has unveiled the latest version of its iStream automotive manufacturing system which it says revolutionises the way cars are manufactured and delivers up to a 50% reduction in body weight.
  
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• Nissan exits Europe's compact car segment

  12-09-2018 14:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  Nissan has stopped building the Pulsar hatchback for Europe and will end production of the Almera sedan in Russia later this year.
  
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• Towing guide 2018: UK laws, licences, costs and tips

  12-09-2018 14:03
  
  Chris RosamondRichard Ingram2018-09-17 13:09
  From tips for towing a caravan across the UK to help getting your towing licence, our towing guide explains all Motorists tow all kinds of things in the UK, but it doesn't matter if you are towing a caravan, small trailer, horse box, or even a boat, you need to be aware of what your licence entitles you to drive (and the cost of upgrading your licence should you need to), the laws governing towing in the UK and how you can improve your trailer-toting
  
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• Wabco opens braking systems facility in Thailand

  12-09-2018 13:55
  Wabco has announced the inauguration of a new advanced production base in Rayong, Thailand, to support increased local demand for braking systems from major commercial vehicle manufacturers.
  
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• US car dealers oppose import tariffs in survey

  12-09-2018 13:55
  According to data from the Q3 2018 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI), US automobile dealers are more positive than negative in describing the current market in the third quarter but are fearful that proposed auto tariffs could hurt profitability.
  
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• Nissan US to standardise safety and driver assist package on all 'top selling' models

  12-09-2018 13:55
  Nissan's US unit said it was introducing Safety Shield 360, six active safety and driver assist items, as standard equipment on all of its top selling models by 2021, about 1m vehicles a year.
  
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• Skoda opens new innovation hub in Czech Republic

  12-09-2018 13:55
  With the motto 'Ready for the Future', Skoda has inaugurated its new InnoCube innovation area, which is located in a former abbey building near Malda Boleslav.
  
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• Ricardo develops efficient single-speed transmission for EVs

  12-09-2018 13:54
  Ricardo says it has developed a new single-speed E-Axle transmission that offers a balance of efficiency and performance, together with low total cost of ownership.
  
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• Ricardo and Roke launch new 'Digital Resilience Lab'

  12-09-2018 13:50
  Ricardo and Roke have jointly launched a new Digital Resilience Lab to 'help automotive manufacturers design and produce the next generation of secure vehicles and realise the vision of future transport systems'.
  
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• JLR puts pressure on UK gov for right EU Brexit deal

  12-09-2018 13:27
  Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) CEO Ralph Speth has warned that a UK-EU Brexit trade deal is needed that protects frictionless trade between the UK and the EU or the company will be faced with additional costs that could potentially cost tens of thousands of UK jobs.
  
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• Iceland to ban ICEs by 2030 to meet Paris deal

  12-09-2018 13:27
  Icelandic is to ban registrations of fossil fuel cars by 2030 as part of plans to meet the country's Paris Agreement targets and become carbon neutral by 2040.
  
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• VW struggles to escape diesel scandal fallout

  12-09-2018 13:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  Three years after admitting to cheating diesel-emissions tests, Volkswagen is still struggling to escape the scandal as it faces another wave of claims from investors and customers. Current and former executives remain under investigation.
  
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• VW CEO warns of higher than expected EV costs

  12-09-2018 13:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  Volkswagen warned that ambitious plans to offer an electric version of each model will cost more than it estimated, forcing the carmaker to deepen an efficiency push to meet the spending demands.
  
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• VW brand must become significantly more efficient, Diess says

  12-09-2018 13:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  The VW brand needs higher profits to be able to finance its future, VW Group CEO Herbert Diess told the automaker's staff magazine.
  
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• Ford's AWD 2019 Edge can run 100 percent front-wheel drive

  12-09-2018 13:00
  
  Filed under:TechnologySystem is a first for Ford.Continue reading Ford's AWD 2019 Edge can run 100 percent front-wheel drive Ford's AWD 2019 Edge can run 100 percent front-wheel drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Sep 2018 07:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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