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• New Range Rover Evoque driven: off-road course review

  22-11-2018 22:05
  
  Steve Fowler2018-11-22 22:08
  You don't often get to drive the car at the international reveal event, and never through a swimming pool...Driving through a swimming pool (yes, full of water) underneath shady railway arches in East London isn’t a usual first drive experience, but even so, our initial thoughts on the new Evoque are positive.
  It wasn’t just the 500mm deep water we subjected the car to, though; we took the car and up and over an old railway carriage and at rather odd angl
  
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• How to end a lease early without paying an early termination fee

  22-11-2018 22:00
  
  Filed under:Ownership,Car BuyingHere's what an early termination fee is — and how to avoid it.Continue reading How to end a lease early without paying an early termination fee How to end a lease early without paying an early termination fee originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Nov 2018 16:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Peugeot 508 SW estate 2018 review

  22-11-2018 21:48
  
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  Image 1 of 15 23 Nov, 2018 9:00amJames Brodie
  The estate version of the Peugeot 508 goes big on style and desirability. Is that enough to woo family car buyers?Peugeot has made no secret of the fact that the latest 508 is a car it’s using to win hearts and minds. The mainstream D-segment saloon market is in dire need of a shot in the arm, as more and more families turn away from the traditional low-slung three-box models in favour of a crossover market now packed with a stagg
  
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• 2020 Range Rover Evoque debuts with brand's first 48-volt hybrid system

  22-11-2018 21:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Land Rover,Green Driving,Technology,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,Off-RoadNew powertrains, Velar styling for the new baby Rover.Continue reading 2020 Range Rover Evoque debuts with brand's first 48-volt hybrid system 2020 Range Rover Evoque debuts with brand's first 48-volt hybrid system originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Nov 2018 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Cars that marked the beginning of the automotive industry - euronews

  22-11-2018 19:32
  Cars that marked the beginning of the automotive industry
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  Sallyann Nicholls. Text size. +A -A. The world's oldest petrol-powered car, celebrity motors and a back-to-front Renault prototype are just a few extraordinary exhibitions that went on show at the 40th edition of Lyon's Epoqu'auto expo. Tens of ...
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1984 Toyota Truck (AKA Hilux)

  22-11-2018 19:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Automotive History,TruckFor fighting Soviets in Afghanistan or hauling lumber in California, the Hilux was perfect.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1984 Toyota Truck (AKA Hilux) Junkyard Gem: 1984 Toyota Truck (AKA Hilux) originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Nov 2018 13:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Henkel to build strategic alliance with RLE International

  22-11-2018 18:22
  Henkel and RLE International said they have agreed to form a strategic alliance to drive automotive innovation, expand value creation opportunities and become the premier design-in engineering solution provider for the mobility industry.
  
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• 2019 Volvo S60 R-Design First Drive Review | Beautiful and almost the best

  22-11-2018 18:00
  
  Filed under:Volvo,First Drives,Sedan,LuxuryThis gem has just a few rough edges.Continue reading 2019 Volvo S60 R-Design First Drive Review | Beautiful and almost the best 2019 Volvo S60 R-Design First Drive Review | Beautiful and almost the best originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Nov 2018 12:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Range Rover Evoque gets hybrid tech to cut emissions

  22-11-2018 17:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  Land Rover is adding fuel-saving plug-in and mild hybrid powertrains to the new-generation Range Rover Evoque that was unveiled Thursday.
  
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• ZF's Konstantin Sauer named CFO of the Year for TRW takeover expertise

  22-11-2018 16:47
  ZF chief financial officer Konstantin Sauer has been named CFO of the Year 2018 by Finance magazine with judges citing a "cleverly financed takeover" of TRW Automotive in 2015 as "a decisive factor" for the award.
  
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• The custom VW Jetta builds of SEMA 2018

  22-11-2018 16:30
  
  Before they all scattered after SEMA, we were able to get some personal time with Volkswagen's fleet of modified Jetta sedans at Irwindale Speedway in Southern California.Continue reading The custom VW Jetta builds of SEMA 2018 The custom VW Jetta builds of SEMA 2018 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Nov 2018 10:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla cuts prices in China to ease tariff hit

  22-11-2018 16:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla, stung by higher levies on U.S. vehicle exports to China amid a trade ward between the countries, lowered prices on the Model S and Model X by 12-26 percent to make the vehicles more "affordable" in the world's top auto market.
  
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• Tesla considers electric van based on Mercedes' Sprinter

  22-11-2018 15:44
  
  Luke Wilkinson2018-11-22 12:15
  Tesla founder hints at fitting its own electrical tech to Mercedes eSprinter ‘gliders’In another of his famously speculative Tweets, Elon Musk has hinted at the possibility of Tesla teaming up with Mercedes to develop an electric van.
  Mercedes already has an electric van called the eSprinter due to launch next year, and the Tesla founder has floated the idea of sourcing ‘glider’ versions of the eSprinter. These ‘gliders’ would be
  
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• US light vehicle sales forecast to slip in November

  22-11-2018 15:33
  The US light vehicle market is heading for a decline in November for the first time since 2009, according to Edmunds.
  
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• 'Kingsman' Subaru WRX isn't your typical rear-engined stunt car

  22-11-2018 15:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,Subaru,Car Buying,Used Car Buying,Sedan,Performance,SpecialtyThe steering wheel is in the back seat, and the engine is in the trunk.Continue reading 'Kingsman' Subaru WRX isn't your typical rear-engined stunt car 'Kingsman' Subaru WRX isn't your typical rear-engined stunt car originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Nov 2018 09:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• French govt insists on Ghosn "presumption of innocence"

  22-11-2018 14:18
  France's Deputy Finance Minister says the government is not able to make any decision surrounding Carlos Ghosn as he is currently being detained by Japanese authorities.
  
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• DSD launches suite of drivetrain control products

  22-11-2018 14:11
  England based transmission and driveline specialist Drive System Design (DSD) has developed a control system library for drivetrain control that it claims addresses many of the challenges typically faced by OEMs and suppliers when developing new drivetrain architectures.
  
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• Nissan sacks Ghosn as chairman

  22-11-2018 14:00
  Nissan has dismissed Carlos Ghosn as chairman as well as representative director, Greg Kelly following its investigation into what it says is "misconduct.
  
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• Tenneco acquiring Ohlins Racing

  22-11-2018 13:43
  Tenneco has agreed to acquire Ohlins Racing, a Swedish technology company that develops premium suspension systems and components for the automotive and motorsport industries.
  
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• Recaro Automotive Seating to supply Renault with performance seats

  22-11-2018 13:20
  Recaro Automotive Seating said it would supply performance seats for the new Renault Megane RS Trophy.
  
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• New Ford Focus Active to be priced from £21,900

  22-11-2018 12:56
  
  Luke Wilkinson2018-11-22 12:00
  Focus hatch and estate get rugged Active makeover with sales beginning in JanuaryThe new Ford Focus Active will cost from £21,900 in the UK, the company has confirmed.
  Available in either an estate or five-door hatchback, the new model features a raised ride height, roof rails, rugged exterior styling and two new selectable drive modes called ‘Slippery’ and ‘Trail,’ designed for off-road conditions.
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• Mahindra enters India's car leasing market

  22-11-2018 12:52
  Mahindra is to enter India's car leasing market with an offering designed to appeal to millennials in association with Orix and ALD Automotive.
  
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• Nissan board votes to oust Ghosn as chairman

  22-11-2018 12:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  Nissan's board voted to remove Carlos Ghosn as chairman and representative director, coming another step closer to ejecting the storied auto executive from the Japanese carmaker he once rescued from near bankruptcy.
  
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• BASF and LG Chem recognised by BMW for innovations

  22-11-2018 12:22
  BASF and LG Chem are among a list of suppliers honoured by BMW Group for their innovations and development work.
  
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• New Renault Megane RS 300 Trophy 2018 review

  22-11-2018 11:57
  
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  Image 1 of 15 22 Nov, 2018 10:45amJames Disdale
  We drive the new Renault Megane RS 300 Trophy around Portugal's Circuit EstorilTraditionally some of the fastest Renault hot hatches have been handed the hallowed Trophy badge, so there’s no prizes for guessing what the latest go-faster Megane is called. 
  Based on the recently introduced RS 280 Cup model, the RS 300 Trophy is the most powerful Renaultsport model ever and has the brilliant Honda Civic Type-R in its sights. P
  
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• New Renault Megane R.S. 300 Trophy 2021 review

  22-11-2018 11:45
  
  Verdict
  The now auto-only Megane R.S. Trophy is a great hot hatch that, despite the gearbox, still immerses you in the action – but we do miss the manual. The chassis serves up huge grip and plenty of enjoyment on the right road. However, it also feels firm, fidgety and a little flighty on the wrong one. It has character, and the styling and tech tweaks have helped, but when it comes to sheer driving enjoyment and involvement, it lacks the edge to put it top of the class.
  We’ve alrea
  
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• Daimler starts Mercedes A Class L sedan production at Beijing Benz

  22-11-2018 11:15
  Daimler has started production of a long wheelbase variant of its new A-Class sedan at its Beijing Benz joint venture in China which also produces special China-only stretched versions of other Mercedes-Benz sedans.
  
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• Hella and Faurecia to develop innovative interior lighting solutions

  22-11-2018 11:10
  The lighting and electronics specialist Hella and Faurecia say they will cooperate in a 'strategic partnership for the development of innovative interior lighting solutions'.
  
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• New police road rage unit to analyse dashcam footage from the public

  22-11-2018 11:05
  
  Hugo Griffiths2018-11-22 10:00
  Government announces 50 new proposals to combat road rage and encourage “mutual respect” between drivers, cyclists and pedestriansA new police unit dedicated to analysing footage from dashcams and helmet cameras is to be set up as part of a government initiative aimed at improving life on Britain’s roads.
  The new unit comes as the Department for Transport (DfT) unveils its two-year plan, which intends to “combat road rage, encourage greater
  
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• Thai sales rise 27% in October

  22-11-2018 10:33
  Thailand's new vehicle market continued to grow strongly in October, with sales rising by 26.8% to 86,931 units from 68,551 units in the same month of last year, according to data compiled by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
  
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• Ghosn held in austere prison

  22-11-2018 09:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  Carlos Ghosn is being held at Tokyo's detention center that is known for its austere regime, in stark contrast to the top executive's usual luxury lifestyle.
  
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• Quantzig Discloses the Top Three Automotive Industry Trends That Will Revolutionize the Industry - Global Banking And Finance Review

  22-11-2018 09:00
  Quantzig Discloses the Top Three Automotive Industry Trends That Will Revolutionize the Industry  Global Banking And Finance ReviewQuantzig, a pure-play analytics solutions provider, has announced the completion of their latest article on the top automotive industry trends that will re.
  
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• British Automotive start-up is disrupting the Automotive Industry through Artificial Intelligence, 3D printing and Blockchain - Business Up North

  22-11-2018 09:00
  British Automotive start-up is disrupting the Automotive Industry through Artificial Intelligence, 3D printing and Blockchain  Business Up NorthLeeds-based Carbon Performance, the world's 1st Automotive consumer retail brand built entirely around 3D printing, utilises Industry 4.0 technologies to ...
  
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• The Who's Who of Nissan's board; decision on Ghosn's fate coming soon

  22-11-2018 04:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  Nissan's directors vote within a matter of hours on the remarkable move to oust Chairman Carlos Ghosn.
  
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• Councils plan “unfair” yellow box junction enforcement fines

  22-11-2018 01:01
  
  An RAC investigation finds that 90 per cent of proposed box junction enforcement sites have issues
  
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