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• Here's your chance to own a 261-mpg Volkswagen XL1

  22-10-2018 23:10
  
  Filed under:Green,Volkswagen,Auctions,Coupe,Diesel,Hybrid,LightweightIt's estimated to provide over 250 mpgContinue reading Here's your chance to own a 261-mpg Volkswagen XL1 Here's your chance to own a 261-mpg Volkswagen XL1 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 17:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ferrari Purosangue SUV test mule spied in video

  22-10-2018 22:47
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Spy Photos,Ferrari,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,PerformanceThe body may look like a GTC4Lusso, but note the higher ride height.Continue reading Ferrari Purosangue SUV test mule spied in video Ferrari Purosangue SUV test mule spied in video originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 16:47:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota Hilux Invincible 50 Is an over-the-hill hill-climbing boss

  22-10-2018 22:30
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Toyota,Truck,Off-RoadA lot of 50-year-olds don't look this good — or are as capable.Continue reading Toyota Hilux Invincible 50 Is an over-the-hill hill-climbing boss Toyota Hilux Invincible 50 Is an over-the-hill hill-climbing boss originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 16:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford Ranger won't cannibalize F-150 sales, Joe Hinrichs says

  22-10-2018 22:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  As F-150 prices continue to climb, the automaker's head of global operations says "there's room now" for a less expensive midsize pickup in Ford's lineup.
  
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• 2019 Toyota Supra interior, engine spied mostly uncovered

  22-10-2018 22:18
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,BMW,Toyota,Coupe,PerformanceThough still BMW Z4-based, the Supra's interior is unique.Continue reading 2019 Toyota Supra interior, engine spied mostly uncovered 2019 Toyota Supra interior, engine spied mostly uncovered originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 16:18:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• NHTSA shuts down 'unlawful' autonomous school bus transporting kids in Florida

  22-10-2018 20:47
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Weird Car News,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous,Electric,FutureThe shuttle has been running since the beginning of the school year.Continue reading NHTSA shuts down 'unlawful' autonomous school bus transporting kids in Florida NHTSA shuts down 'unlawful' autonomous school bus transporting kids in Florida originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 14:47:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comm
  
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• Ford's Hinrichs says Trump tariffs make U.S. steel costliest in the world

  22-10-2018 20:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  A top Ford executive is escalating its criticism of the Trump administration's metals tariffs that the company has already said took a $1 billion bite out of profit.
  
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• Toyota Land Cruiser, GMC Sierra and the long-term fleet | Autoblog Podcast #558

  22-10-2018 19:54
  
  Filed under:Podcasts,Chrysler,GMC,Kia,ToyotaPlus the week's news and "Spend My Money."Continue reading Toyota Land Cruiser, GMC Sierra and the long-term fleet | Autoblog Podcast #558 Toyota Land Cruiser, GMC Sierra and the long-term fleet | Autoblog Podcast #558 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 13:54:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Watch a 35-ton bus drive over a bridge rated for 10 tons

  22-10-2018 19:37
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Videos,Weird Car NewsBeaver Bridge reopened after an inspection was completed.Continue reading Watch a 35-ton bus drive over a bridge rated for 10 tons Watch a 35-ton bus drive over a bridge rated for 10 tons originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 13:37:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Porsche to build Mission E Cross

  22-10-2018 18:51
  Porsche's supervisory board has given the green light to series production of the Mission E Cross Turismo. The automaker said it would create 300 additional jobs at its Zuffenhausen base for production of the vehicle, presented as a concept at the 2018 Geneva show last March.
  
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• Audi's e-tron held up by software issue - report

  22-10-2018 18:41
  Audi's e-tron SUV is being delayed from launch by around four weeks because, reports say, of a software issue related to the model's development process.
  
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• Aston Martin details Brexit-coping measures - report

  22-10-2018 18:27
  Aston Martin (AM) is considering flying in car components and moving more parts through alternative UK ports to Dover to avoid possible border friction after Britain leaves the European Union [Brexit], its CEO told the Reuters news agency.
  
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• Ford will place next self-driving fleet in Washington, D.C.

  22-10-2018 18:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford plans to make the nation's capital a pillar in its strategy to commercially deploy self-driving vehicles. Starting in the first quarter of 2019, the company will begin testing its autonomous-driving technology in Washington D.C.
  
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• 2018 Nissan Kicks Quick Spin Review | The Juke is dead, long live the Kicks

  22-10-2018 17:30
  
  Filed under:Nissan,Quick Spins,Crossover,Hatchback,SUVIts interior space, fuel economy and value can't be beat in its segment.Continue reading 2018 Nissan Kicks Quick Spin Review | The Juke is dead, long live the Kicks 2018 Nissan Kicks Quick Spin Review | The Juke is dead, long live the Kicks originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 11:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2018 Formula One U.S. Grand Prix Gallery | The race in photos

  22-10-2018 17:15
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,RacingHere's a look at all the action from Sunday's big race.Continue reading 2018 Formula One U.S. Grand Prix Gallery | The race in photos 2018 Formula One U.S. Grand Prix Gallery | The race in photos originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 11:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla adds ‘Teslatari’ '80s video games to center screen

  22-10-2018 17:00
  
  Filed under:TeslaYou use controls on the steering wheel — while parked, of courseContinue reading Tesla adds ‘Teslatari’ '80s video games to center screen Tesla adds ‘Teslatari’ '80s video games to center screen originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 11:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mitsubishi Europe 2018 sales up 16%

  22-10-2018 16:52
  Mitsubishi Motors Europe (MME) said it boosted 2018 year to date sales 16% to 137,048 units versus 117,921 at the same time in 2017.
  
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• Top London design students imagine Bentley in 2050

  22-10-2018 16:30
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Bentley,Autonomous,LuxuryLife alters transportation, transportation alters design, design alters life.Continue reading Top London design students imagine Bentley in 2050 Top London design students imagine Bentley in 2050 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 10:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Nissan Maxima revealed ahead of L.A. Auto Show

  22-10-2018 15:45
  
  Filed under:Nissan,SedanThe big, style-conscious sedan gets a refresh.Continue reading 2019 Nissan Maxima revealed ahead of L.A. Auto Show 2019 Nissan Maxima revealed ahead of L.A. Auto Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Audi E-Tron EV crossover faces four-week delay because of software bug

  22-10-2018 15:25
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Audi,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Crossover,Electric,LuxuryAnother snag: LG Chem wants to hike its battery prices 10 percent.Continue reading Audi E-Tron EV crossover faces four-week delay because of software bug Audi E-Tron EV crossover faces four-week delay because of software bug originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Frustrated GM investors ask what more Mary Barra can do

  22-10-2018 15:10
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Buick,Cadillac,Chevrolet,GM,GMCSome want sedans gone like Ford — and want the CEO gone, too.Continue reading Frustrated GM investors ask what more Mary Barra can do Frustrated GM investors ask what more Mary Barra can do originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 'Top Gear' adds comedian, cricket player as new hosts

  22-10-2018 14:40
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/MoviesRory Reid also leaves his primary host role.Continue reading 'Top Gear' adds comedian, cricket player as new hosts 'Top Gear' adds comedian, cricket player as new hosts originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 08:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Fiat Chrysler parts firm Magneti Marelli sold for $7.1B

  22-10-2018 14:30
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Chrysler,Fiat,Parts and AccessoriesBuyer is KKR's Calsonic Kansei out of Japan.Continue reading Fiat Chrysler parts firm Magneti Marelli sold for $7.1B Fiat Chrysler parts firm Magneti Marelli sold for $7.1B originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 08:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Continental opens new hose plant in China

  22-10-2018 14:25
  Continental last week opened a new automotive hose manufacturing plant in Qingdao in China's Shandong province, according to local reports.
  
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• What advertising experts think of ‘Built Ford Proud’

  22-10-2018 14:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Ford'In a world of talk ... they build things.'Continue reading What advertising experts think of ‘Built Ford Proud’ What advertising experts think of ‘Built Ford Proud’ originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Oct 2018 08:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• London taxi company Addison Lee promises self-driving cars by 2021

  22-10-2018 13:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  A fleet of autonomous taxis could roll onto the streets of London within three years, after one of city's biggest private-hire taxi companies struck a deal with a maker of autonomous vehicle software.
  
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• Michelin 9M 2018 sales up 3.9% to EUR16.2bn

  22-10-2018 13:32
  Michelin has posted nine-month net sales to September, 2018 up 3.9% to EUR16.2bn (US$18.7bn).
  
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• Audi e-tron faces four-week delay because of software issue

  22-10-2018 13:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  A spokesman said the e-tron is delayed because the automaker needs new regulatory clearance for a piece of software that was modified during the development process.
  
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• Denso outlines future business and mobilty strategy

  22-10-2018 13:29
  Denso has launched its 2018 Annual Report, which is the first account of company activities following the release of its long-term policy.
  
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• Denso outlines future business and mobility strategy

  22-10-2018 13:29
  Denso has launched its 2018 Annual Report, which is the first account of company activities following the release of its long-term policy.
  
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• Why this Tesla wannabe has a big brother problem

  22-10-2018 13:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  Nio, the Chinese EV maker that raised almost $1 billion in recent IPO, is banking on its smart and connected car. But there are concerns over data privacy.
  
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• BASF and Nornickel JV to manufacture battery materials in Finland

  22-10-2018 12:58
  BASF has selected Harjavalta, Finland, as the first location for battery materials production serving the European automotive market.
  
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• Taxi firm eyes AV fleet in London by 2021

  22-10-2018 12:54
  UK fleet taxi operator Addison Lee Group says it is readying for the operation of self driving vehicles in London by 2021.
  
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• Hyundai Motor Group testing wearable exoskeleton in US plants

  22-10-2018 12:34
  Hyundai Motor Group (HMG), together with affiliate Kia Motors, said it was innovating with robotics technology through development of the Hyundai Vest Exoskeleton (H-VEX) wearable industrial robots.
  
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• FCA to sell Magneti Marelli to CK Holdings for EUR6.2bn

  22-10-2018 11:08
  Fiat Chrysler is to sell its automotive components business, Magneti Marelli to CK Holdings for EUR6.2bn (US$7.1bn).
  
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• Trump's EU trade talks quickly become contentious

  22-10-2018 10:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  A review of EU and U.S. trade ties could include a new tariff on cars, but an overhaul of their more than $1 trillion commercial relationship may be some way off.
  
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• Fiat Chrysler agrees to sell Magneti Marelli to KKR's Calsonic Kansei

  22-10-2018 09:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  Fiat Chrysler is selling its parts unit, Magneti Marelli, to Calsonic Kansei in a $7.1 billion transaction, the two companies said. The new company will be called Magneti Marelli CK Holdings.
  
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• Why automakers let some outdated vehicles hang around

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Automakers are usually all about what's new -- new product, new technology, new brand image. But they're also pragmatic businesses willing to milk profits out of vehicles overdue for a refresh.
  
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• Roger Penske joins speaker lineup at World Congress

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Roger Penske, a household name in the auto world for more than a half-century, will speak at the Automotive News World Congress on Wednesday, Jan. 16.
  
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• porsche-rennsport-reunion-vi

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  The buzz about Porsche's Rennsport Reunion VI at the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca near Monterey, Calif., last month just doesn't stop. So we decided to give it another, closer look.
  
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• Nissan store in Boulder, Colo., goes all in on the Leaf EV

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  A Colorado Nissan dealership amps up electric vehicle sales via a well-trained sales force and marketing alliances with local companies, aimed at getting consumers in an electric state of mind.
  
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• New car buyers feel the pinch as interest rates rise and incentives dip

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Customers coming back to the new-vehicle market are finding heftier price tags and dwindling financing options.
  
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• Navya has plans for its Saline plant

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Navya, the French maker of autonomous shuttle buses, has opened an assembly plant in Michigan and plans to add a robotaxi to its lineup.
  
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• John Hennessey puts the more in Ford F-150

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  If anyone needed further proof that "too much" and "pickup" no longer belong in the same sentence, Texas tuner John Hennessey has created the 2019 Hennessey Heritage F-150, a supercharged 758-hp Ford pickup with a starting price of $94,950.
  
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• Jamie Butters joins Automotive News in new role of content officer

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Jamie Butters has joined Automotive News in the new role of chief content officer. The move positions Butters to succeed Richard Johnson when he retires as editor of the weekly print edition on March 1, 2019.
  
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• Honda tests V2X technology at intersection in Marysville, Ohio

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Last November, the city of Marysville, Ohio, mounted four cameras above the traffic lights at an nondescript intersection as part of a pilot project with Honda. Residents thought it was a way to trap them with speeding tickets.
  
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• Getaway cars find home in Tenn. museum

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  The Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. is home to a collection of notorious getaway cars, including the white Ford Bronco made famous in the slow-speed chase involving O.J. Simpson.
  
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• Enterprise, Avis invest to stake claim in mobility future

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Rental car companies are partnering with some mobility players, acquiring others and leveraging their scale and expertise to play a key role in the future of transportation.
  
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• Dealers sue Mazda over multi-tier bonus plan

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Florida dealership Kuhn Mazda and the New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers are suing Mazda Motor of America Inc. in two lawsuits alleging its new Mazda Brand Experience Program 2.
  
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• Cox Automotive to shed staff as it restructures

  22-10-2018 07:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Cox Automotive plans to cut more jobs as the company restructures its priorities in a shifting industry landscape.
  
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