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• Auto industry, UAW await details on NAFTA rewrite

  01-10-2018 23:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  U.S. automakers, analysts and the UAW said President Donald Trump's revised NAFTA deal could have positive implications for the U.S. auto industry, but details of the agreement still needed a closer look.
  
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• Indian introduces flat-track-inspired FTR 1200 motorcycles

  01-10-2018 23:05
  
  Filed under:MotorcycleThe Indian FTR 1200 and FTR 1200 S were unveiled today in Cologne, Germany, at the INTERMOT.Continue reading Indian introduces flat-track-inspired FTR 1200 motorcycles Indian introduces flat-track-inspired FTR 1200 motorcycles originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 17:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Stretched Rolls-Royce Cullinan is luxury in excess

  01-10-2018 22:55
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Read This,Rolls-Royce,SUV,LuxuryKlassen adds 40 inches to the large SUV.Continue reading Stretched Rolls-Royce Cullinan is luxury in excess Stretched Rolls-Royce Cullinan is luxury in excess originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 16:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Skoda Vision RS aims to prove hot hatches can be hybrids, too

  01-10-2018 22:25
  
  Filed under:Green,Paris Motor Show,Skoda,Hatchback,Concept Cars,Hybrid,PerformanceIt's like a Czech VW GTI PHEV.Continue reading Skoda Vision RS aims to prove hot hatches can be hybrids, too Skoda Vision RS aims to prove hot hatches can be hybrids, too originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 16:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Cadillac's return to Michigan was no surprise

  01-10-2018 22:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  Like the appointment of Steve Carlisle, the move to Michigan was part of an effort to bring Cadillac back into the fold after executives soured on the idea of allowing the brand to operate somewhat independently.
  
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• 1997 Acura Integra Type R auctioned for $63,800

  01-10-2018 22:15
  
  Filed under:Acura,Honda,Auctions,Coupe,PerformanceA 1,200-mile, Championship White, Acura-badged example was sold at a Barrett-Jackson auction for an eye-watering price.Continue reading 1997 Acura Integra Type R auctioned for $63,800 1997 Acura Integra Type R auctioned for $63,800 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 16:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• With NAFTA redo, Trump claims victory for hardball trade tactics

  01-10-2018 21:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  President Donald Trump touted a new North American trade agreement as not only a victory for U.S. companies and workers, but also validation of an aggressive policy approach built on threatening trading partners with tariffs to exact concessions.
  
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• Rennsport Reunion VI Mega Photo Gallery | Porsche Heaven

  01-10-2018 21:45
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Motorsports,Misc. Auto Shows,Porsche,Convertible,Coupe,Crossover,Hatchback,Sedan,SUV,Wagon,Classics,Hybrid,Luxury,Performance,Racing,Specialty,SupercarsContinue reading Rennsport Reunion VI Mega Photo Gallery | Porsche Heaven Rennsport Reunion VI Mega Photo Gallery | Porsche Heaven originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 15:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Manley's Fiat Chrysler executive team shows an 'evolution'

  01-10-2018 21:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Mike Manley's new executive leadership team will be a mix of American and European executives as he looks to continue the success of his late predecessor, Sergio Marchionne.
  
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• McLaren 720S Spider patent drawings prove droptop is in the works

  01-10-2018 21:25
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Spy Photos,McLaren,Convertible,Performance,SupercarsWe wouldn't expect much of a performance penalty.Continue reading McLaren 720S Spider patent drawings prove droptop is in the works McLaren 720S Spider patent drawings prove droptop is in the works originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 15:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• What's Tesla plan for its latest tent?

  01-10-2018 21:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla applied with the city of Fremont, Calif., to build a 4,000-square-foot tent that will protect vehicles that are in transit, according to a permit application.
  
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• Tesla Model 3 gets handling and aero upgrades from RevoZport

  01-10-2018 20:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceThis kit gives the Model 3 some real fangs.Continue reading Tesla Model 3 gets handling and aero upgrades from RevoZport Tesla Model 3 gets handling and aero upgrades from RevoZport originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 14:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Car subscriptions poised to be the next big thing

  01-10-2018 20:25
  
  Filed under:Green,Car Buying,Emerging TechnologiesFour questions with Mobiliti founder Chance Richie.Continue reading Car subscriptions poised to be the next big thing Car subscriptions poised to be the next big thing originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 14:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Updated Audi R8 LMS GT3 teases 2019 road car facelift

  01-10-2018 20:19
  
  Steve Walker2018-10-02 13:35
  Audi Sport reveals new GT3 at the Paris show with a look that will find its way to R8 road carAudi Sport has unveiled an updated version of its all-conquering R8 LMS GT3 racing car at the 2018 Paris Motor Show, and it gives us some clues about how the facelifted R8 road car will look. The mid-engined racer is an evolution of the existing R8 LMS, so much so that existing customers will be able to buy an upgrade package to bring their cars up to the same
  
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• Unknown Audi R8 race car set for Paris Motor Show reveal

  01-10-2018 20:19
  
  Steve Walker2018-10-01 19:30
  It’s not the R8 facelift but Audi Sport seems to have a track-focused R8 up its sleeve for Paris 2018Audi has a facelifted R8 in the works but we won’t be seeing that at the 2018 Paris Motor Show. Fans of Audi’s mid-engined supercar won’t be left completely hanging, however, because Audi Sport has teased a mysterious car that is set to appear at this year's show.
  Hidden beneath a dust sheet, in the dark, the car in the teaser image and video i
  
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• California dealer bill vetoed by Gov. Jerry Brown over warranty payment formula

  01-10-2018 20:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  California Governor Jerry Brown, in a surprise move, vetoed a wide-ranging bill backed by the California New Car Dealers Association over his concerns regarding a formula automakers would have had to use to pay dealers for warranty and recall...
  
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• Canadian auto, steel reaction to trade deal: From 'sigh of relief' to 'sold out'

  01-10-2018 19:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  Reaction from Canadian auto, steel and aluminum groups to the terms of a renegotiated trade pact between Canada, the U.S. and Mexico range from relief to dismay as the details of the pactsink in.
  
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• Trump: 'The most important trade deal we've ever made'

  01-10-2018 19:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  President Donald Trump celebrated a trade deal with Canada and Mexico to replace NAFTA as a 'historic' win that vindicated his strategy of threatening tariffs on trade partners.
  
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• 2018 Ford Focus Quick Spin Review | Requiem for a lightweight

  01-10-2018 19:25
  
  Filed under:Green,Ford,Fuel Efficiency,Quick Spins,Hatchback,Sedan,BudgetYou don't know what you've got till it's gone.Continue reading 2018 Ford Focus Quick Spin Review | Requiem for a lightweight 2018 Ford Focus Quick Spin Review | Requiem for a lightweight originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 13:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Everybody's doing flying cars, so why aren't we soaring over traffic already?

  01-10-2018 19:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Geneva Motor Show,Aston Martin,Rolls-Royce,Toyota,Volkswagen,Volvo,Emerging Technologies,TechnologyEverybody's building one, so why aren't we soaring over traffic already?Continue reading Everybody's doing flying cars, so why aren't we soaring over traffic already? Everybody's doing flying cars, so why aren't we soaring over traffic already? originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 13:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this&
  
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• Upstart EV maker to tempt consumers with $3.6 million, 1,150-hp Owl in Paris

  01-10-2018 18:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  Imagine a car that exists only to humiliate every other car off the line at a stop light. How much should that cost? How about $3.6 million? A little-known Japanese company is betting at least 50 people will say yes to the all-electric Owl.
  
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• F1-inspired, 563-horsepower Infiniti Q60 Project Black S details finally revealed

  01-10-2018 17:59
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,Paris Motor Show,Infiniti,Coupe,Concept Cars,Hybrid,Luxury,PerformanceReal-world track testing is next for the hybrid coupeContinue reading F1-inspired, 563-horsepower Infiniti Q60 Project Black S details finally revealed F1-inspired, 563-horsepower Infiniti Q60 Project Black S details finally revealed originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 11:59:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Florida Porsche dealer to reimburse scam victims

  01-10-2018 17:35
  
  Filed under:Porsche,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceIts former employee disappeared with $2.5 million in customer deposits.Continue reading Florida Porsche dealer to reimburse scam victims Florida Porsche dealer to reimburse scam victims originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 11:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door: super saloon gets tweaked for 2024

  01-10-2018 17:32
  The GT 4-Door is Mercedes’ range-topping performance saloon
  
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• New 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door E Performance hopes to be king of the super saloons

  01-10-2018 17:32
  Mercedes has given its range-topping performance saloon a mild refresh with influence from the new AMG GT Coupe
  
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• New 2023 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door facelift spotted testing for the first time

  01-10-2018 17:32
  The GT 4-Door will be tweaked this year with a new look for the range-topping 63 S models
  
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• Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door coupe gets a facelift for 2021

  01-10-2018 17:32
  Mercedes-AMG has given its GT 4-Door a small facelift for 2021. The changes are limited at present to six-cylinder versions of the brand’s Porsche Panamera rival (GT 53 and GT 43 cars), so don’t include the V8 powered GT 63 and 63 S versions that have been the extent of the range offered in the UK.
  The updates extend mainly to three new exterior colour and wheel options with no changes to the surfacing or bodywork. But the six-cylinder GT 4-Door cars are now also available with what&
  
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• Facelifted Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe spied with 804bhp plug-in power

  01-10-2018 17:32
  Mercedes will soon launch an 800bhp-plus plug-in hybrid powertrain for the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, set to arrive later this year as part of a mid-life facelift for the brand’s Porsche Panamera rival.
  These latest spy shots all but confirm the new plug-in hybrid powertrain will be fitted to the facelifted Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe. SEE MORE New 2022 Mercedes EQE electric saloon spied at the NurburgringMost obviously, there’s an extra filler flap on this mule’s rear bumper,
  
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• Facelifted Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe spied again

  01-10-2018 17:32
  
  Mercedes is gearing up for the launch of its facelifted AMG GT 4-Door. The revised coupe will go on sale at the end of the year with some minor cosmetic tweaks and a plug-in hybrid powertrain, which should make the car a more rounded rival for the Porsche Panamera.
  The camouflage on this latest mule is a little less thorough than the previous one, giving us a better look at the car’s tweaked front bumper. The new GT 4-Door’s lower intake is a little larger than the old model’s,
  
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• Facelifted Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe spied

  01-10-2018 17:32
  
  We’ve spied a facelifted version of the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe for the first time, which will go on sale in 2021 to take on the newly updated Porsche Panamera. 
  Beneath the disguise we anticipate that cosmetic tweaks will be few and far between – the only appreciable difference between this test mule and the current production model is a new front bumper with slightly larger intakes. However, buyers will likely be able to choose from a few extra paint finishes and a couple
  
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• Japan braces for bilateral trade talks with autos in the crosshairs

  01-10-2018 17:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  Just as Washington successfully wraps Canada and Mexico into a fresh free-trade framework, Japan is beginning to squirm under the prospect of talks now turning trans-Pacific.
  
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• 2019 Jeep Renegade gets new turbo engine and new styling

  01-10-2018 17:15
  
  Filed under:Jeep,Crossover,SUV,Off-RoadIt drops the six-speed manual option.Continue reading 2019 Jeep Renegade gets new turbo engine and new styling 2019 Jeep Renegade gets new turbo engine and new styling originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 11:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla asks employees to beta test its full self-driving system

  01-10-2018 17:05
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous,ElectricThe testers will get the system or a premium interior upgrade as a reward.Continue reading Tesla asks employees to beta test its full self-driving system Tesla asks employees to beta test its full self-driving system originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 11:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Canada and US strike trade deal

  01-10-2018 17:01
  Canada has agreed to join the US and Mexico in a trade deal that will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
  
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• Audi expects 2020 E-Tron GT to accept 350-kW fast charging

  01-10-2018 16:50
  
  Filed under:Green,Audi,Sedan,Electric,LuxuryIt would mean charing to 80 percent capacity in less than 12 minutes.Continue reading Audi expects 2020 E-Tron GT to accept 350-kW fast charging Audi expects 2020 E-Tron GT to accept 350-kW fast charging originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 10:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• FCA CEO announces new management roles

  01-10-2018 16:30
  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Mike Manley has named new managers following the recent untimely death of Sergio Marchionne. Most are adding additional responsibility rather than moving completely to a new role.
  
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• 2019 BMW 3 Series configurator renders leak online

  01-10-2018 16:10
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Spy Photos,Paris Motor Show,BMW,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceHere's the 2019 BMW 3 Series depicted the way it will be seen in the online configurator.Continue reading 2019 BMW 3 Series configurator renders leak online 2019 BMW 3 Series configurator renders leak online originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 10:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mercedes EQC Mk2 spied testing - pictures

  01-10-2018 16:00
  
  Pictures of the second-generation Mercedes EQC undergoing testing
  
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• All-new Mercedes EQC Mk2 spied for first time - pictures

  01-10-2018 16:00
  Pictures of the second-generation Mercedes EQC
  
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• Renault reveals new K-ZE at Paris, plus announces EV and PHEV strategy

  01-10-2018 15:57
  
  2018-10-01 19:15
  Renault confirms hybrid versions of Clio, Captur and Megane as well as China-built affordable EV, on the eve of the Paris Motor ShowRenault has confirmed plans to add hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains to its big-selling B and C-segment cars from 2020. The information was revealed on the eve of this year’s Paris Motor Show, and was presented alongside a China-built all-electric city car. 
  The next-generation Renault Clio will be offered as a hybrid from 2020. Likel
  
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• New Fiat Chrysler CEO picks management team to tackle industry in flux

  01-10-2018 15:55
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Chrysler,Fiat'We have a clear line of sight to achieving our five-year ambitions'Continue reading New Fiat Chrysler CEO picks management team to tackle industry in flux New Fiat Chrysler CEO picks management team to tackle industry in flux originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 09:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Audi Q5 E-Tron plug-in hybrid expected later this year

  01-10-2018 15:45
  
  Filed under:Audi,Crossover,Hybrid,LuxurySecond-gen PHEV powertrain could return 42 EV-only miles.Continue reading Audi Q5 E-Tron plug-in hybrid expected later this year Audi Q5 E-Tron plug-in hybrid expected later this year originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 09:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Tesla chair's challenge: Rein in Elon Musk at key moment for company

  01-10-2018 15:29
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Tesla,Electric,Luxury'Elon Musk fan club' board of directors will be made tougher, tooContinue reading New Tesla chair's challenge: Rein in Elon Musk at key moment for company New Tesla chair's challenge: Rein in Elon Musk at key moment for company originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 09:29:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Renault EZ-Ultimo concept previews luxury car of the future

  01-10-2018 15:23
  
  Jonathan Burn2018-10-02 10:20
  The Renault EZ-Ultimo concept has been revealed as part of the brand's 120th birthday celebrations at ParisRenault is marking its 120th anniversary with the debut of the EZ-Ultimo concept, which has been officially revealed at this week’s Paris Motor Show. 
  It’s Renault’s third concept car in a series of vehicles designed to preview the French firm’s vision of how autonomous vehicles will look and operate in the future.
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• Kuniskis to lead Jeep N.A., Bigland steers Ram in FCA management overhaul

  01-10-2018 15:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  FCA CEO Mike Manley's new executive leadership team will be a mix of American and European executives, as he looks to complete an aggressive five-year plan orchestrated by his late-predecessor, Sergio Marchionne.
  
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• After settling with SEC, Musk tries to answer other question

  01-10-2018 15:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  Priority No. 1 for the embattled Elon Musk going into the weekend was striking a deal with federal regulators. Priority No. 2 was to push as many electric cars out the door as possible before midnight Sunday.
  
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• Renault books best French market performance in years

  01-10-2018 15:04
  In the first nine months of 2018, the Renault Group said, it benefited fully from the dynamics of the French automotive market (+6.3%), with passenger car + light commercial registrations up 6.5% to 531,107 vehicles sold for a 26.6% market share, up 0.1 point.
  
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• 5 facts about the new North America free trade deal

  01-10-2018 14:55
  
  Filed under:Government/LegalFrom cars to oil to milk.Continue reading 5 facts about the new North America free trade deal 5 facts about the new North America free trade deal originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 01 Oct 2018 08:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Kia global sales slide 6.4% in September

  01-10-2018 14:53
  Kia Motors said its September 2018 global sales fell 6.4% year on year to 233,708 units.
  
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• Musk and US financial regulator agree a settlement after lawsuit

  01-10-2018 14:48
  Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk have reached a settlement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that will see Musk step down as the company's chairman but retain his CEO position.
  
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