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• Imagination Launches PowerVR Automotive Initiative, 8XT-A GPU IP - AnandTech

  13-11-2018 23:01 via anandtech.com
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  Imagination Launches PowerVR Automotive Initiative, 8XT-A GPU IP
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  The automotive industry is changing rapidly these days thanks to the influx of computing poweer, and it will continue to consume considerably more CPU and GPU horsepower in the coming years. As a result, it is not surprising that IP and hardware ...and more »
  
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• Zotye, Ford's China partner, set to sell SUVs in U.S. in 2020

  13-11-2018 22:33
  
  Filed under:Crossover,SUVPossible entries include the T600 and T700 models.Continue reading Zotye, Ford's China partner, set to sell SUVs in U.S. in 2020 Zotye, Ford's China partner, set to sell SUVs in U.S. in 2020 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 16:33:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Why Tesla, GM and Nissan are working together

  13-11-2018 22:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  The EV Drive Coalition, which counts Tesla, General Motors and Nissan among its members, formally launched with the goal of getting Congress to extend the $7,500 per-vehicle consumer tax credit.
  
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• 2019 Hyundai Veloster N vs. hot hatch rivals: How they compare on paper

  13-11-2018 22:01
  
  Filed under:Ford,Honda,Hyundai,Volkswagen,Coupe,Hatchback,Performance,ComparisonVeloster N vs VW GTI, Honda Civic Si and Ford Focus ST.Continue reading 2019 Hyundai Veloster N vs. hot hatch rivals: How they compare on paper 2019 Hyundai Veloster N vs. hot hatch rivals: How they compare on paper originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 16:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Hyundai Veloster N price starts at $27,785

  13-11-2018 22:00
  
  Filed under:Hyundai,Hatchback,PerformanceUndercuts hot hatch rivals. Performance package costs $2,100 extraContinue reading 2019 Hyundai Veloster N price starts at $27,785 2019 Hyundai Veloster N price starts at $27,785 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 16:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Another 'Baby Driver' Subaru WRX goes up for auction

  13-11-2018 21:16
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Subaru,Auctions,Sedan,PerformanceThe first sold for $69,100 last year.Continue reading Another 'Baby Driver' Subaru WRX goes up for auction Another 'Baby Driver' Subaru WRX goes up for auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 15:16:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 19 cars that are also American Gladiators

  13-11-2018 19:30
  
  From Nitro and Laser, to Viper and Sky, choosing the name for a new car and an American Gladiator seem to follow similar criteria. Here are 19 cars that share their name with competitors from the 1990s TV show.Continue reading 19 cars that are also American Gladiators 19 cars that are also American Gladiators originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Report: Waymo to start driverless ride-hailing program in December

  13-11-2018 19:06
  
  Filed under:Minivan/Van,AutonomousIt'll launch in suburban Phoenix using Early Rider members.Continue reading Report: Waymo to start driverless ride-hailing program in December Report: Waymo to start driverless ride-hailing program in December originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:06:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 'Spaceballs' Winnebago model to be auctioned

  13-11-2018 19:00
  
  Filed under:TV/Movies,AuctionsThe Eagle 5 will go under the hammer in December.Continue reading 'Spaceballs' Winnebago model to be auctioned'Spaceballs' Winnebago model to be auctionedoriginally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Police find lion cub in Lamborghini on Champ-Elysses

  13-11-2018 18:44
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Humor,Weird Car News,LamborghiniThe lion owner was arrested by Paris police.Continue reading Police find lion cub in Lamborghini on Champ-Elysses Police find lion cub in Lamborghini on Champ-Elysses originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 12:44:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford's 2020 baby Bronco off-roader emerges in photos from dealer meeting

  13-11-2018 18:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  Photos leaked from Ford's annual dealer meeting last month in Las Vegas provide the first public look at the so-called baby Bronco, an upcoming off-road compact crossover.
  
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• Henry Stanford, co-founder of Michigan's Varsity Automotive Group, dies at 70

  13-11-2018 18:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  Henry Stanford, who co-founded Michigan's Varsity Automotive Group, died on Friday. He was 70.
  
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• Jaguar F-Type Rally Car First Ride | This cat likes gravel

  13-11-2018 18:10
  
  Filed under:Jaguar,First Ride,Convertible,Military,Off-Road,PerformanceCelebrating nearly forgotten rally heritage with an unexpected F-Type.Continue reading Jaguar F-Type Rally Car First Ride | This cat likes gravel Jaguar F-Type Rally Car First Ride | This cat likes gravel originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 12:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes-Benz launches GLC F-Cell — it's a hydrogen-PHEV hybrid

  13-11-2018 18:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Mercedes-Benz,Emerging Technologies,SUV,Electric,HydrogenBattery power comes from hydrogen fuel cell or simply by plugging in.Continue reading Mercedes-Benz launches GLC F-Cell — it's a hydrogen-PHEV hybrid Mercedes-Benz launches GLC F-Cell — it's a hydrogen-PHEV hybrid originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 12:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Ford Bronco shown in leaked images from dealer meeting

  13-11-2018 17:20
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Spy Photos,Ford,Crossover,SUVThe new Bronco was being shown to dealers in Las Vegas.Continue reading 2020 Ford Bronco shown in leaked images from dealer meeting 2020 Ford Bronco shown in leaked images from dealer meeting originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 11:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Ford 'Baby Bronco' shown in leaked images from dealer meeting

  13-11-2018 17:20
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Spy Photos,Ford,Crossover,SUVThe new Bronco and its baby Bronco sibling were being shown to dealers in Las Vegas.Continue reading 2020 Ford 'Baby Bronco' shown in leaked images from dealer meeting 2020 Ford 'Baby Bronco' shown in leaked images from dealer meeting originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 11:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mazda3 looks just like Mazda Kai concept in spy photos

  13-11-2018 17:10
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Mazda,HatchbackIt has a slick interior, too.Continue reading New Mazda3 looks just like Mazda Kai concept in spy photos New Mazda3 looks just like Mazda Kai concept in spy photos originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 11:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New 2019 Range Rover Evoque teased ahead of official reveal

  13-11-2018 17:00
  
  Jonathan Burn2018-11-14 00:01
  Wire sculptures hint at the new Range Rover Evoque SUV’s shape ahead of 22 November launchThis is our first official look at the next Range Rover Evoque. The British brand is gearing up for the launch of its second-generation compact SUV by creating a fleet of scale wire sculptures that have been dotted around the capital.
  The covers will officially come off the new Evoque on 22 November and Land Rover will begin taking orders on the s
  
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• Chevy Performance race parts turn Colorado ZR2 into Baja desert runner

  13-11-2018 16:55
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Motorsports,Chevrolet,Truck,Off-Road,RacingUpgraded Multimatic shocks and much more is available.Continue reading Chevy Performance race parts turn Colorado ZR2 into Baja desert runner Chevy Performance race parts turn Colorado ZR2 into Baja desert runner originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 10:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota exec touts ethanol hybrids, laments Brazil economy

  13-11-2018 16:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  Toyota's new ethanol hybrid vehicle being developed in Brazil is exceeding all the manufacturer's expectations, a top executive said.
  
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• Toyota to replace heroic nurse's fire-scorched Tundra pickup

  13-11-2018 16:20
  
  Filed under:Toyota,Truck,Off-RoadHe used it to evacuate patients in California wildfires.Continue reading Toyota to replace heroic nurse's fire-scorched Tundra pickup Toyota to replace heroic nurse's fire-scorched Tundra pickup originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 10:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chinese automaker Zotye begins recruiting U.S. dealers, plans to sell budget crossover

  13-11-2018 16:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  China's Zotye Automobile International has begun recruiting U.S. dealers and has charged two import-industry veterans with the task of bringing a budget crossover to America in 2020.
  
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• EPA plans new limits on heavy-duty truck emissions

  13-11-2018 16:05
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Emissions,Commercial VehiclesRules in conjunction with California would mean big cuts in nitrogen oxide.Continue reading EPA plans new limits on heavy-duty truck emissions EPA plans new limits on heavy-duty truck emissions originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 10:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW names additional battery cell partner

  13-11-2018 15:59
  Volkswagen has said that South Korean manufacturer SK Innovation (SKI) completes a group of strategic suppliers for battery cells in all major world regions. The companies SK Innovation, LG Chem, Samsung and CATL have been named as partners for the long-term supply of cells for VW's rapidly growing electric fleet based on the Modular Electric Toolkit (MEB).
  
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• Manufacturers Look to Amp Up Performance of Automotive Components - Electronic Design

  13-11-2018 15:43 via electronicdesign.com
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  Manufacturers Look to Amp Up Performance of Automotive Components
  Electronic Design
  When KEMET's Chief Scientist Philip Lessner looks at automotive trend market reports, like the one predicting that in 12 years one third to one quarter of all cars sold will be electric or hybrid, he must be satisfied with his company's current product ...
  
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• BMW expands M3 sedan lineup for 2020 with semi-automated driving features

  13-11-2018 15:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  The 2020 BMW M340i and M340i xDrive sedans offer an array of sensors and technologies to lighten the load of driving, including a semi-automated driving system that allows for hands-free and pedal-free driving.
  
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• 2019 Ford Ranger and Yakima offer large list of outdoor accessories

  13-11-2018 15:35
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Ford,Truck,Off-RoadThe Blue Oval is aiming for the outdoorsy crowd.Continue reading 2019 Ford Ranger and Yakima offer large list of outdoor accessories 2019 Ford Ranger and Yakima offer large list of outdoor accessories originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 09:35:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM Maven car-sharing will include Ford and other competitor vehicles

  13-11-2018 15:32
  
  Filed under:Etc.,GM,Commercial VehiclesPart of its new peer-to-peer rental service, an Airbnb for cars.Continue reading GM Maven car-sharing will include Ford and other competitor vehicles GM Maven car-sharing will include Ford and other competitor vehicles originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 09:32:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Johnson Controls reaches $13.2 billion deal to sell its auto battery unit

  13-11-2018 15:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  Johnson Controls said it would sell its power solutions business, which makes car batteries, to a Canadian investment firm in a cash deal valued at $13.2 billion.
  
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• Johnson Controls sells Power business for US$13.2bn

  13-11-2018 14:36
  Johnson Controls International has unveiled a definitive agreement to sell its Power Solutions business to Brookfield Business Partners, together with institutional partners including Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec in a cash transaction valued at US$13.2bn.
  
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• Jaguar I-Pace electric crossover sales are taking off

  13-11-2018 14:35
  
  Filed under:Green,Jaguar,Crossover,Electric,Luxury1,200 sales of the new EV in October after 710 in September.Continue reading Jaguar I-Pace electric crossover sales are taking off Jaguar I-Pace electric crossover sales are taking off originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 08:35:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bob Bondurant driving school closes a month after entering Chapter 11

  13-11-2018 14:13
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Motorsports,Dodge,Coupe,Sedan,Performance,RacingClosure catches everyone by surprise, students with reservations in the dark.Continue reading Bob Bondurant driving school closes a month after entering Chapter 11 Bob Bondurant driving school closes a month after entering Chapter 11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Nov 2018 08:13:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2nd Annual Automotive Legal & IP World Summit - CDR News Magazine

  13-11-2018 13:36 via cdr-news.com
  2nd Annual Automotive Legal & IP World Summit
  CDR News Magazine
  The 2nd Annual Automotive Legal and IP Summit (26th- 27th March) in Frankfurt am Main, is a unique event with a strict focus on challenges the automotive value chain is facing in IP & legal departments. With ground-breaking keynotes, interactive ...
  
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• $5.9 Billion Automotive Smart Antenna Market by Vehicle, Frequency, Component, Electric Vehicle and Region ... - Business Wire (press release)

  13-11-2018 13:24 via businesswire.com
  $5.9 Billion Automotive Smart Antenna Market by Vehicle, Frequency, Component, Electric Vehicle and Region ...
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  DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Automotive Smart Antenna Market by Vehicle (Light Duty Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle), Frequency (High, Very High, and Ultra-High), Component (Transceivers, ECU, and Others), Electric Vehicle (BEV, HEV, and ...
  Automotive Smart Antenna Market by Vehicle (Light Duty Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle), Frequency (High, Very .
  
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• Vietnam sales jump 39% in October

  13-11-2018 12:45
  New vehicle sales in Vietnam continued to rebound in October, by over 39% to 28,041 units from weak year-earlier sales of 20,156 units, according to member data released by the Vietnam Automotive Manufacturers Association (VAMA). 
  
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• Tesla lawyer leaves following SEC settlement

  13-11-2018 12:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  An experienced securities lawyer has left Tesla just as the company needs one under its fraud settlement with U.S. regulators.
  
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• Delphi Technologies Q3 revenue down 1% to US$3.7bn

  13-11-2018 12:27
  Delphi Technologies has reported third-quarter revenue of US$1.2bn and US$3.7bn for the year-to-date period, a decrease of 1% and an increase of 2% compared to the respective equivalent prior period, on an adjusted basis.
  
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• Tesla appoints new chair of the Tesla Board

  13-11-2018 12:24
  Tesla's Board of Directors has announced that Robyn Denholm has been appointed as chair of the Tesla Board, effective immediately.
  
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• Nissan opens new R&D office in St Petersburg

  13-11-2018 12:20
  Nissan has announced the opening of a new office for the Russian subdivision of Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) in St Petersburg. The mission of the facility is the development of vehicles, as well as the implementation of technological innovations, for the Russian market.
  
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• Hyundai and Kia enter new pan-European strategic partnership with Vodafone

  13-11-2018 12:16
  Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors have entered a new pan-European strategic partnership with Vodafone to provide customers with fully-connected in-car infotainment and connected car service.
  
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• Hella completes withdrawal from wholesale businesses

  13-11-2018 12:15
  Hella is to sell Norwegian wholesale company, Hellanor and complete the sale of the wholesale business.
  
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• Eaton wins Czech government engine valve funding

  13-11-2018 12:12
  Eaton European Innovation Centre (EEIC) is embarking on a joint R&D programme with the Czech Technical University in Prague.
  
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• Audi to recall diesel cars in Germany

  13-11-2018 12:10
  On Wednesday 14 November 2018, Audi will begin the first of eight recalls for cars with V TDI engines in Germany.
  
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• Magna Q3 net income up 8% to US$554m

  13-11-2018 12:07
  Magna has recorded third-quarter net income up 8% to US$554m, due to what it says is a "substantially lower income tax rate."
  
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• New 369bhp BMW M340i xDrive unleashed ahead of LA Motor Show

  13-11-2018 12:06
  
  James Brodie2018-11-13 11:20
  The new BMW M340i xDrive is the warm up act for the next M3, and will go on sale in the summer with all-wheel-driveBMW is warming up for the reveal of the new M3 next year with the first performance variant of the latest 3 Series – the M340i xDrive, which has been revealed ahead of its full debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show later this month. 
  On sale in Europe next July, the M340i xDrive gets a developed version of BMW’s 3.0-litre turbocharged stra
  
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• Ford Ranger will offer aftermarket parts through Yakima partnership

  13-11-2018 12:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford is partnering with Yakima and working through its dealers to offer 150 parts and accessories for its new midsize pickup, including bed racks, tow hooks and paddleboard carriers. All parts come with a 3-year/36,000-mile Ford warranty.
  
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• Skoda looks to double sales in China - report

  13-11-2018 11:55
  VW Group-owned Skoda brand is aiming to double its share of the Chinese car market according to a report in the China Daily newspaper.
  
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• Waymo's next big move into robotaxis will launch next month

  13-11-2018 11:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  Waymo is planning to launch the world's first commercial robotaxi service in early December in Phoenix., Bloomberg reported.
  
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• WLTP boosts used car volumes and values for Cox Automotive in October - AM

  13-11-2018 11:35 via am-online.com
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  WLTP boosts used car volumes and values for Cox Automotive in October
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  Cox Automotive has reported 6.3% increase in used car volumes coming through Manheim auction sites during October as retailers battled for stock amid new vehicle supply shortages. The remarketing specialist noted the clamour for used car stock as the ...
  
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• Cox Automotive: strong wholesale market as new car sales fall - Verdict

  13-11-2018 11:34 via verdict.co.uk
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  Cox Automotive: strong wholesale market as new car sales fall
  Verdict
  Data from Cox Automotive shows the used car market continued to outperform new in October, WLTP emissions testing continues to impact supply of new cars. Used car retailer Manheim recorded a 6.3% rise compared to September in the volume of vehicles ...and more »
  
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