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• D.C. communications director among GM employees taking early separation deal

  30-11-2018 23:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  WASHINGTON -- One of General Motors' top communications officials in Washington is leaving as the company faces criticism from both sides of the political aisle for plans to shutter five plants in the U.S.
  
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• NYT reports racial harassment at Tesla's Fremont plant

  30-11-2018 23:20
  
  Filed under:Read ThisMeanwhile, a black worker encountered a noose at a GM plant.Continue reading NYT reports racial harassment at Tesla's Fremont plant NYT reports racial harassment at Tesla's Fremont plant originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 17:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Alaska 7.0 earthquake uproots road but leaves vehicle completely intact

  30-11-2018 23:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,GMC,Crossover,SUVThat's one lucky customer in the GMC.Continue reading Alaska 7.0 earthquake uproots road but leaves vehicle completely intact Alaska 7.0 earthquake uproots road but leaves vehicle completely intact originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 17:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 VW Beetle Final Edition Review | A car out of time in more ways than one

  30-11-2018 22:45
  
  Filed under:Reviews,Volkswagen,HatchbackWe see why it's time to say goodbye, but it's still sad.Continue reading 2019 VW Beetle Final Edition Review | A car out of time in more ways than one 2019 VW Beetle Final Edition Review | A car out of time in more ways than one originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 16:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Volvo V60 starts at under $40,000

  30-11-2018 22:15
  
  Filed under:Volvo,WagonSweet Swede wagon is more expensive than the sedan versionContinue reading 2019 Volvo V60 starts at under $40,000 2019 Volvo V60 starts at under $40,000 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 16:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Judge gives preliminary OK to VW's $48M settlement with investors

  30-11-2018 22:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  A U.S. judge in California granted preliminary approval to a $48 million settlement for investors who said Volkswagen AG made false and misleading statements over excess diesel emissions.
  
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• 5 highlights from the 2018 Petersen Automotive Museum Auction - Autoblog (blog)

  30-11-2018 21:28 via autoblog.com
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  5 highlights from the 2018 Petersen Automotive Museum Auction
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  From the avant garde exterior design to the collection of vehicles between the walls, the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles is one of the coolest car museums in the U.S., and possibly the world. Among several others, the Petersen has two ...
  
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• 5 highlights from the 2018 Petersen Automotive Museum Auction

  30-11-2018 21:28
  
  Filed under:Ferrari,Lamborghini,Porsche,Toyota,Auctions,Used Car Buying,Automotive History,ClassicsContinue reading 5 highlights from the 2018 Petersen Automotive Museum Auction 5 highlights from the 2018 Petersen Automotive Museum Auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 15:28:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota expands role of key North American execs

  30-11-2018 21:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  Toyota, aiming to speed planning and decision-making across North America, is expanding the responsibilities of several top executives in the region.
  
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• Drivers confused by car daytime running lights

  30-11-2018 21:22
  
  Tristan Shale-Hester2018-12-03 00:01
  Drivers may be relying on daytime running lights in dull, overcast conditions, often leaving the rear of their car without illuminationDrivers are confused by daytime running lights (DRLs) and what the legal requirement for them being fitted to vehicles is, according to new research.
  An RAC Opinion Panel survey of 2,061 motorists found 62 per cent of drivers said they have seen other cars and vans driving in dull, overcast conditions without any rear lights o
  
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• Musk says Tesla Model 3 output hits 1,000 per day: Report

  30-11-2018 21:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla met a production target of 1,000 Model 3 cars per day, automotive website Electrek reported, citing an email to employees from company CEO Elon Musk.
  
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• Rimac goes in-depth on the C_Two's ultra-tech aero testing

  30-11-2018 20:35
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,Videos,Misc. Automakers,Technology,Coupe,Electric,Performance,SupercarsThe lowest achieved drag coefficient was 0.28.
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• GM CEO to meet with U.S. lawmakers over job cuts

  30-11-2018 20:15
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Marketing/Advertising,Buick,Cadillac,Chevrolet,GM,GMCAll eyes are on General Motors right now.Continue reading GM CEO to meet with U.S. lawmakers over job cuts GM CEO to meet with U.S. lawmakers over job cuts originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 14:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Barra to meet with U.S. lawmakers over GM job cuts

  30-11-2018 19:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  General Motors CEO Mary Barra will visit Capitol Hill next week to discuss the company's plans to halt production at five plants in North America next year and cut up to 15,000 jobs.
  
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• General Motors: Smacked by scale

  30-11-2018 19:20
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Plants/Manufacturing,GMWhy vehicle manufacturing isn't like craft beerContinue reading General Motors: Smacked by scale General Motors: Smacked by scale originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 13:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Power Distribution Modules Market Set to Register robust CAGR During 2018-2023 - PMLiVE

  30-11-2018 19:04 via pmlive.com
  Automotive Power Distribution Modules Market Set to Register robust CAGR During 2018-2023
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• Toyota and PSA to end joint production of city cars from 2021

  30-11-2018 19:01
  
  James Brodie2018-11-30 17:55
  Toyota agrees to purchase PSA’s share of Kolin plant where Aygo, 108 and C1 are madeToyota has struck a deal with PSA to take sole financial ownership of the Toyota Peugeot Citroen Automobile plant in Kolin by 2021 - production site of the Toyota Aygo, Citroen C1 and Peugeot 108 city cars.
  The Japanese company states that it fully intends to continue employment and construction of the Peugeot 108, Citroen C1 and Toyota Aygo at the plant, which produced a total
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1964 Dodge Dart station wagon

  30-11-2018 18:35
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Dodge,Automotive History,WagonWith its bulletproof slant-6 engine, this little wagon put in 54 years of service.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1964 Dodge Dart station wagon Junkyard Gem: 1964 Dodge Dart station wagon originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 12:35:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nissan debuts scorching new Leaf Nismo RC race car

  30-11-2018 18:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,Nissan,Hatchback,Electric,Performance,Racing0-62 mph happens in 3.4 seconds.Continue reading Nissan debuts scorching new Leaf Nismo RC race car Nissan debuts scorching new Leaf Nismo RC race car originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 12:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD spied on public roads

  30-11-2018 17:35
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,GM,GMC,TruckThe GMC follows the Silverado's path.Continue reading 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD spied on public roads 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD spied on public roads originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:35:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• German politician warns automakers over US talks

  30-11-2018 17:32
  A top ally of German chancellor Angela Merkel has warned automaker management not to undermine the European Union's united negotiating stance on US trade tariffs when they meet senior officials in Washington next week.
  
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• Europe gets a cooler Honda HR-V than us now that it has a turbo

  30-11-2018 17:20
  
  Filed under:Honda,Crossover,PerformanceIt would make a solid HR-V Si, here.Continue reading Europe gets a cooler Honda HR-V than us now that it has a turbo Europe gets a cooler Honda HR-V than us now that it has a turbo originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• US, Canada and Mexico sign 'updated NAFTA' deal

  30-11-2018 17:13
  This morning in Argentina, President Trump joined the presidents of Mexico and Canada to sign an update to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
  
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• November U.S. auto sales expected to dip as market cools

  30-11-2018 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  A forecasted 2 percent drop in U.S. sales would keep the SAAR above 17 million. As the headwinds get stronger, transaction prices continue to rise and incentive spending remains disciplined.
  
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• New Nissan Leaf NISMO RC electric race car arrives

  30-11-2018 16:51
  
  Luke Wilkinson2018-11-30 15:55
  Track-focused, carbon-fibre clad, all-electric Leaf NISMO RC racer unveiled at Nissan Crossing in TokyoIt’s heartening to see that Nissan occasionally allows its engineers to let their hair down, because when it does, they come up with things like this; the latest version of the Nissan Leaf NISMO RC.
  Battery technology and drivetrain components for this electric track weapon are borrowed from the commercial version of the Leaf. Performance comes courtesy of t
  
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• Alfa Romeo will gain a Jeep Compass-based SUV

  30-11-2018 16:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Alfa Romeo,Fiat,Jeep,Maserati,Crossover,SUV,Electric,HybridCompact Alfa SUV is part of $5.7B Italian investmentContinue reading Alfa Romeo will gain a Jeep Compass-based SUV Alfa Romeo will gain a Jeep Compass-based SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 10:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Driverless car users may not be liable in accidents

  30-11-2018 16:25
  
  Users of future driverless cars may be absolved from blame in the event of an accident or offence, if recommendations from Government law experts are accepted.
  The Law Commission of England and Wales and the Scottish Law Commission have conducted a consultation, the results of which propose any driverless cars that may emerge in coming years or decades should operate within a “no-blame culture”, where drivers are renamed “users in charge”.
  The Commissions recommend that t
  
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• 2019 Chevy Volt Drivers' Notes Review | The lame duck

  30-11-2018 16:25
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Chevrolet,Chrysler,Quick Spins,Sedan,HybridWe didn't think this review might be the last one.Continue reading 2019 Chevy Volt Drivers' Notes Review | The lame duck 2019 Chevy Volt Drivers' Notes Review | The lame duck originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 10:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S., Canada, Mexico sign post-NAFTA trade deal after some brinkmanship

  30-11-2018 16:12
  
  Filed under:Government/LegalCongress still has to approve it.Continue reading U.S., Canada, Mexico sign post-NAFTA trade deal after some brinkmanship U.S., Canada, Mexico sign post-NAFTA trade deal after some brinkmanship originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 10:12:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Trends of Automotive Engine Oil Cooler Sales Market Reviewed for 2018 with Industry Outlook to 2025 - PMLiVE

  30-11-2018 15:53 via pmlive.com
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• Light rain can undermine self-driving systems, Michigan State study finds

  30-11-2018 15:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  Even a little crummy weather might pose big problems for self-driving systems.
  
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• Automotive Automatic Transmissions Market Global Outlook on Key Growth Trends, Factors - PMLiVE

  30-11-2018 15:13 via pmlive.com
  Automotive Automatic Transmissions Market Global Outlook on Key Growth Trends, Factors
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• German automakers planning White House meeting over tariffs

  30-11-2018 14:40
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,BMW,Mercedes-Benz,VolkswagenBERLIN — Top executives from German carmakers Volkswagen, BMW and Daimler are finalizing plans for a White House meeting on trade policy next week, German and U.S. officials said on Thursday.Officials from the carmakers, asking not to be named, said the meeting was tentatively set for Tuesday, and would include VW Chief Executive Herbert Diess, Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche and BMW production chief Oliver Zipse.President Donald Trump ha
  
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• Ford teases 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 supercharger before Detroit reveal

  30-11-2018 14:25
  
  Filed under:Detroit Auto Show,Ford,Coupe,PerformanceMassive Eaton TVS blower will render big numbers.Continue reading Ford teases 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 supercharger before Detroit reveal Ford teases 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 supercharger before Detroit reveal originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 08:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Analysis-r-us - the week

  30-11-2018 14:08
  Analysis is a key part of the just-auto offer so it might pay to start this week with mention of a report by one of our, er, analysts on the Thai plug-in hybrid industry.
  
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• Mercedes-AMG considering follow-up to the SLS Electric Drive

  30-11-2018 14:00
  
  Filed under:Green,LA Auto Show,Mercedes-Benz,Electric,PerformanceAMG's boss is excited about electrification.Continue reading Mercedes-AMG considering follow-up to the SLS Electric Drive Mercedes-AMG considering follow-up to the SLS Electric Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Nov 2018 08:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Hyundai Motor plans shares buyback

  30-11-2018 13:33
  Hyundai Motor (Hyundai-Kia Group) plans to repurchase some 254.7 billion won (around US$227m) worth of its shares in an effort to boost shareholder value and stabilise the value of its shares, according to Korean media reports.
  
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• Academic report reveals most UK automotive has 'no mitigation plans' for Brexit

  30-11-2018 13:26
  A new report analysing Brexit's potential impact on the UK automotive sector revealed most companies have no mitigation plans in place and that the uncertainty is stifling investment into the industry.
  
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• US mulls 40% duty on Chinese vehicles

  30-11-2018 13:19
  US trade representative Robert Lighthizer has said he was examining all available tools to raise US tariffs on Chinese vehicles to the 40% duty that China is now charging on US-produced cars and light trucks.
  
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• Borgward Group names second CEO in five months

  30-11-2018 13:12
  The supervisory board of Borgward Group has named Xiuzhan Zhu as CEO, replacing Philip Koehn who took the post only last 1 July.
  
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• U.S., Canada, Mexico poised to sign trade deal

  30-11-2018 12:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  The U.S., Canada and Mexico signed a new trade deal championed by President Donald Trump to replace the quarter-century-old NAFTA pact, capping a year of intense negotiations and offering a glimmer of certainty amid rising global tensions over trade.
  
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• BMW Group, BASF and Samsung launch sustainable cobalt mining project

  30-11-2018 12:10
  As part of a cross-industry initiative, BMW Group, BASF SE, Samsung SDI and Samsung Electronics have launched a joint cobalt pilot project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
  
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• Gilde buys Gundlach Automotive Corporation - Unquote

  30-11-2018 12:05 via unquote.com
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  Gilde buys Gundlach Automotive Corporation
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  Gilde Buy Out Partners has acquired a majority stake in German car parts distributor Gundlach Automotive Corporation (GAC) from Dutch investment firm Pon Holdings. The company's management team has invested alongside Gilde for a minority stake in the ...
  
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• Trump tariffs prompt Ford to speed plans to build Lincoln in China

  30-11-2018 12:00
  Ford wants to dodge Chinese tariffs on US-built vehicles imposed as a result of president Donald Trump's trade war by speeding plans to build luxury Lincolns in the world's biggest car market.
  
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• Constellium opens new Automotive Structures facility in Zilina, Slovakia

  30-11-2018 11:54
  Constellium has announced the opening of its new 'Automotive Structures; facility in Zilina, Slovakia, dedicated to the production of aluminium Crash Management Systems and Body Structure components as it continues to expand its automotive footprint in the Eastern European market.
  
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• GM names Ammann CEO of autonomous specialist Cruise

  30-11-2018 11:45
  General Motors has named Dan Ammann as CEO of autonomous vehicle technology specialist Cruise.
  
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• GM names Amman CEO of autonomous specialist Cruise

  30-11-2018 11:45
  General Motors has named Dan Ammann as CEO of autonomous vehicle technology specialist Cruise.
  
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• Toyota and PSA re-set their European manufacturing collaboration

  30-11-2018 10:58
  Confirming earlier reports, Toyota and PSA are resetting their collaborative relationship in Europe so that PSA exits the Czech joint venture making small cars and they ramp up their collaboration in light commercial vehicles.
  
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• Volkswagen to install 2,400 EV chargers at UK supermarkets

  30-11-2018 10:50
  Volkswagen GB and nationwide supermarket chain Tesco claim to be setting up the UK's largest retail electric vehicle (EV) charging network, powered by Pod Point.
  
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• Japan and France's feud over Renault-Nissan power balance grows

  30-11-2018 10:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  French President Emmanuel Macron will discuss the Renault-Nissan alliance's future with Japan's prime minister at the G20 summit in Argentina on Friday, seeking to defuse a brewing diplomatic row.
  
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