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• The moped gets a modern twist

  25-10-2018 23:44
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoDisregarding the name, this is a neat little device.Continue reading The moped gets a modern twist The moped gets a modern twist originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 17:44:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BorgWarner Q3 earnings rise despite headwinds

  25-10-2018 23:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  BorgWarner expects to continue to outperform the new-vehicle market #8212; partly by ramping up its business in hybrids and electric vehicles #8212; despite growing headwinds.
  
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• 2019 Cadillac ATS-V, CTS-V get cool color, weird name

  25-10-2018 22:50
  
  Filed under:Cadillac,Coupe,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceOnly 300 of these special editions will be made.Continue reading 2019 Cadillac ATS-V, CTS-V get cool color, weird name 2019 Cadillac ATS-V, CTS-V get cool color, weird name originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 16:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Why Ford is recalling 1.3 million Focus sedans in the U.S.

  25-10-2018 22:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford said it is recalling nearly 1.3 million Ford Focus vehicles in the U.S. over an issue with the canister purge valve that may trigger engine stalls.
  
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• Aston Martin sold its old Vanquish tooling, but to whom?

  25-10-2018 22:20
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Rumormill,Aston Martin,Convertible,Coupe,Luxury,PerformanceWe don't know, but it's fun to speculate.Continue reading Aston Martin sold its old Vanquish tooling, but to whom? Aston Martin sold its old Vanquish tooling, but to whom? originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 16:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Why a simple fender bender could cost drivers thousands of dollars

  25-10-2018 22:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  New advanced safety systems are slowly becoming more ubiquitous across the auto industry, but new research from the AAA indicates that safety benefits may come at a price.
  
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• Autoliv spinoff Veoneer delays sales, margin goals as auto gloom spreads

  25-10-2018 21:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  Swedish auto supplier Veoneer, the Autoliv spinoff firm, pushed back its sales and margin targets, blaming production delays at customers struggling with tougher regulations and faltering demand.
  
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• Why Mazda did so well and Volvo so poorly in Consumer Reports survey

  25-10-2018 21:15
  
  Filed under:Buick,Mazda,Volvo,Car Buying,InfotainmentBuick saw the biggest drop of 29 brands.Continue reading Why Mazda did so well and Volvo so poorly in Consumer Reports survey Why Mazda did so well and Volvo so poorly in Consumer Reports survey originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 15:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Study shows driver-assist tech drastically increases cost of repairs

  25-10-2018 20:40
  
  Filed under:Car Buying,Auto Repair,Safety,TechnologyIt's the trade-off for assistance in avoiding collisions.Continue reading Study shows driver-assist tech drastically increases cost of repairs Study shows driver-assist tech drastically increases cost of repairs originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lyft makes aggressive acquisition, accelerates self-driving randd

  25-10-2018 20:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  Lyft said it acquired augmented reality startup Blue Vision Labs, accelerating the company another step forward in the race to revolutionize transportation through autonomous driving.
  
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• Lear CFO laments predicting 'slippery pig' auto production cycles

  25-10-2018 20:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  Given recent volatility in auto production schedules, trying to predict short-term production volumes is a slippery business right now, said Lear CFO Jeff Vanneste.
  
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• Sonic's EchoPark business thrives, but Q3 net income falls

  25-10-2018 19:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  Sonic Automotive's net income dipped in the third quarter because of lower revenue and new-vehicle sales, though the company saw gains in its standalone EchoPark used-vehicle operations.
  
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• McLaren 720S Track Pack priced at $28,000

  25-10-2018 19:40
  
  Filed under:Car Buying,Auto Repair,Safety,TechnologyMcLaren has announced a Track Pack Specification for the 720S road car that bundles existing options and saves weight.Continue reading McLaren 720S Track Pack priced at $28,000 McLaren 720S Track Pack priced at $28,000 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 13:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ally's auto originations fall flat in Q3

  25-10-2018 19:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  Despite substantial gains in the used-vehicle market and lease originations, Ally Financial's consumer auto originations remained flat in the third quarter because of declining new vehicle business.
  
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• Ford recalling 1.5m Focus cars in US

  25-10-2018 18:47
  Ford said on Thursday it would recall nearly 1.5m cars in North America to repair a faulty component which could lead to engines stalling.
  
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• Cadillac plans new branding campaign to go with new products

  25-10-2018 18:45
  
  Filed under:Marketing/Advertising,Cadillac,Luxury,PerformanceIt'll unveil its 'master brand' in early 2019.Continue reading Cadillac plans new branding campaign to go with new products Cadillac plans new branding campaign to go with new products originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 12:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Smart brand might be doomed

  25-10-2018 18:15
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Mercedes-Benz,smart,Renault,ElectricSmart is going fully electric in 2020, but that might not be enough to keep it alive for long.Continue reading Smart brand might be doomed Smart brand might be doomed originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 12:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 8,800 drivers on UK roads with 12 points

  25-10-2018 18:15
  
  Around 8,800 drivers in the UK have kept hold of their driving licences despite having accrued 12 or more penalty points - enough to require an automatic ban.
  Under general guidelines, drivers who are handed 12 or more points - either for serious offences such as drink driving, or after ‘totting up’ the total through a series of other offences - receive an automatic ban for between six months and two years. The exact length of the ban depends on the number of previous disqualificatio
  
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• Continental develops 'see-through' A-pillar

  25-10-2018 18:09
  Continental has developed a 'virtual A-Pillar' to help remove forward blind spots. The front support pillars, often referred to as A-pillars, anchor the windshield and the beginning foundation of the vehicle's roof.
  
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• Tesla Q3 profit beats analysts' forecast

  25-10-2018 17:58
  Tesla has reported a surprise profit for the third quarter, fulfilling CEO Elon Musk's promise the company would start booking profits in the second half of 2018.
  
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• Honda bringing race cars, motorcycles and more to SEMA 2018

  25-10-2018 17:54
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,SEMA Show,Honda,Crossover,Motorcycle,TruckCheck out the return of the Monkey and Super Cub.Continue reading Honda bringing race cars, motorcycles and more to SEMA 2018 Honda bringing race cars, motorcycles and more to SEMA 2018 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 11:54:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• California to fight 'unlawful' Trump fuel economy rollback

  25-10-2018 17:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  California plans to attack the Trump administration proposal to freeze auto fuel economy standards at 2020 levels and unwind the state's plan for more stringent rules on tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions as "unlawful," California's attorney general...
  
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• Almost 9,500 drivers on UK’s roads have 12 penalty points

  25-10-2018 17:15
  
  More than 9,000 motorists in the UK have held on to their driving licences despite having accrued 12 or more penalty points – a number that typically brings an automatic ban. The figure – obtained from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) by Auto Express – reveals how often courts are willing to grant exemption to the 12-point rule, most often because drivers and their lawyers argue the loss of a licence would bring about “exceptional hardship”.Under gener
  
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• VW says half its sales by 2025 will be SUVs, and it plans 30 models

  25-10-2018 16:50
  
  Filed under:Volkswagen,Crossover,SUVIt needs fat SUV profits to fund autonomous and EV development.Continue reading VW says half its sales by 2025 will be SUVs, and it plans 30 models VW says half its sales by 2025 will be SUVs, and it plans 30 models originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 10:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Fleet orders give UK CV production a September boost

  25-10-2018 16:46
  UK commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturing increased by 14.9% year on year in September 2018 to 8,281 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufactures and Traders (SMMT). Several large UK fleet orders boosted production.
  
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• Best automotive early bird Amazon Lightning deals - 10/25/18

  25-10-2018 16:25
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoHere are the best deals of the morning.Continue reading Best automotive early bird Amazon Lightning deals - 10/25/18 Best automotive early bird Amazon Lightning deals - 10/25/18 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 10:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Vauxhall Combo van review

  25-10-2018 16:15
  
  With its switch to PSA Group running gear, the Vauxhall Combo van is now a front-runner in the small van class. There are generous cargo weights in the back, easy access and plenty of useful load carrying options. On top of that, the cab is a comfortable place to spend time, and there's a raft of great safety kit available to make working life easier. On the road, the diesel engines deliver enough pulling power to keep pace with traffic, while the car-derived running gear means it feels good to
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover opens new $1.6 billion factory in Slovakia

  25-10-2018 16:05
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Jaguar,Land Rover,Luxury,Off-Road,PerformanceCountry gets another car plant as Brexit helps push JLR out of England.Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover opens new $1.6 billion factory in Slovakia Jaguar Land Rover opens new $1.6 billion factory in Slovakia originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 10:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford recalls 1.5 million cars for issue that could cause car to quit

  25-10-2018 15:35
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Ford,Hatchback,SedanGas up your Focus frequently until Ford can check it outContinue reading Ford recalls 1.5 million cars for issue that could cause car to quit Ford recalls 1.5 million cars for issue that could cause car to quit originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 09:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW in talks with Waymo about mobility services partnership, report says

  25-10-2018 15:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  VW Group is exploring a European partnership in the area of mobility services with Waymo and a battery investment with SK Innovation, a report said.
  
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• 2019 Mazda CX-5 turbo model seemingly confirmed, doesn't come cheap

  25-10-2018 15:10
  
  Filed under:Mazda,CrossoverMore leaked documentation reveals the details.Continue reading 2019 Mazda CX-5 turbo model seemingly confirmed, doesn't come cheap 2019 Mazda CX-5 turbo model seemingly confirmed, doesn't come cheap originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 09:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Daimler Q3 profit down 27%

  25-10-2018 15:02
  Daimler has posted Q3 earnings (EBIT) down 27% on last year as its bottom line was squeezed by slower sales in the German market weighed down by regulatory actions against diesels.
  
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• Chevrolet surveys Camaro owners about potential hybrid engine options

  25-10-2018 14:40
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,Convertible,Coupe,Future,Hybrid,PerformanceChevy considering future hybrid choices with better power and fuel economy.Continue reading Chevrolet surveys Camaro owners about potential hybrid engine options Chevrolet surveys Camaro owners about potential hybrid engine options originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 08:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Aston Martin opens new design studio in China

  25-10-2018 14:18
  Aston Martin Lagonda (AML) has announced the opening of a new design studio in Shanghai.
  
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• Why Penske Automotive generated record Q3 earnings

  25-10-2018 14:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  Penske Automotive's third-quarter earnings set records, aided by increases in overall sales, plus higher gross profits in most parts of its retail automotive business.
  
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• UK car production down 17% in September

  25-10-2018 14:15
  UK car output fell by 16.8% in September according to the latest data issued by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
  
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• Visteon books lower Q3 sales and profit

  25-10-2018 14:11
  Visteon Corporation said third quarter 2018 sales fell to US$681m, compared with $765m in Q3 2017. Net income was $21m or $0.71 per share, compared with $43m ($1.35) a year ago.
  
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• JLR opens EUR1.4bn Slovakia plant

  25-10-2018 14:04
  Jaguar Land Rover has formally started its EUR1.4bn (US$1.6bn) manufacturing facility in Nitra, Slovakia, the first time a UK automotive company has opened a factory in the Central European country.
  
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• Why did Dyson pick Singapore to build its electric car?

  25-10-2018 13:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,ElectricWhy Sir James isn't setting up shop in Britain — or China.Continue reading Why did Dyson pick Singapore to build its electric car? Why did Dyson pick Singapore to build its electric car? originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 07:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Haldex boosts Q3 and YTD sales and profits

  25-10-2018 13:04
  Heavy commercial vehicle brake adjusters and disc brakes specialist Haldex said it increased net sales in all regions in the third quarter.
  
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• Volvo invests in company installing EV chargers at BP gas stations

  25-10-2018 13:00
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Volvo,ElectricRather than own chargers a la Tesla, Volvo will work with FreeWire.Continue reading Volvo invests in company installing EV chargers at BP gas stations Volvo invests in company installing EV chargers at BP gas stations originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2018 07:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Gestamp opens US$46m Japan body-in-white plant

  25-10-2018 12:56
  Gestamp has opened its first plant in Japan, located in Matsusaka (Mie prefecture) with an investment of more than EUR40m (US$46m).
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover's massive new Slovak plant opens for Job 1

  25-10-2018 12:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  Jaguar Land Rover officially launched its Slovakia plant amid warnings that UK production jobs could be at risk because of Brexit.
  
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• Hyundai quarterly profit drops on U.S. recall costs

  25-10-2018 11:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  Hyundai Motor's third-quarter profit plunged by two-thirds, hit by a $440 million one-off charge related to costs from U.S. airbag and engine-related recalls.
  
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• Faurecia teams with Liuzhou Wuling in emissions JV

  25-10-2018 11:28
  Faurecia has unveiled a new joint venture with Chinese supplier, Liuzhou Wuling Automotive Industry.
  
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• Daimler Q3 earnings fall 27%, hit by Germany slump

  25-10-2018 09:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  Daimler said customer demand remains strong even as a regulatory crackdown on diesel cars and a 13 percent sales slowdown for Mercedes-Benz cars in Germany weighed on third-quarter earnings.
  
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• Ice-T arrested for not paying a toll — in his new McLaren

  25-10-2018 02:45
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,McLaren,PerformanceArrested? For not paying a toll?Continue reading Ice-T arrested for not paying a toll — in his new McLaren Ice-T arrested for not paying a toll — in his new McLaren originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Oct 2018 20:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM’s multibillion-dollar driverless car gamble hits some bumps

  25-10-2018 01:10
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,GM,Emerging Technologies,AutonomousSources: Cruise cars struggle to detect if objects are moving or still.Continue reading GM’s multibillion-dollar driverless car gamble hits some bumps GM’s multibillion-dollar driverless car gamble hits some bumps originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Oct 2018 19:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Jaguar XE SV Project 8 now available for Nurburgring rides

  25-10-2018 00:25
  
  Filed under:Jaguar,Sedan,PerformanceIt's the fastest production sedan to lap the track.Continue reading Jaguar XE SV Project 8 now available for Nurburgring rides Jaguar XE SV Project 8 now available for Nurburgring rides originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Oct 2018 18:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford Q3 profit squeezed by China slump and commodities

  25-10-2018 00:15
  As widely anticipated Ford has posted a lower quarterly profit in the third quarter as high commodity costs and poor performance in China dented the bottom line.
  
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