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• GM CEO Mary Barra under pressure from senators, UAW on plant closings

  03-12-2018 23:55
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Government/Legal,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,UAW/Unions,GMLawmakers cite 'extremely poor corporate citizenship'Continue reading GM CEO Mary Barra under pressure from senators, UAW on plant closings GM CEO Mary Barra under pressure from senators, UAW on plant closings originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 17:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Florida woman accused of hit-and-run with an airplane

  03-12-2018 23:20
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Humor,Weird Car NewsShe reportedly thought she was in Ohio and had a box of wine in the car.Continue reading Florida woman accused of hit-and-run with an airplane Florida woman accused of hit-and-run with an airplane originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 17:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM starts white-collar cuts with contract workers

  03-12-2018 23:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  General Motors is already cutting some white-collar contract workers, a month ahead of announced plans to slash its internal salaried work force.
  
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• GM CEO Mary Barra to meet with Ohio's senators

  03-12-2018 22:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  GM CEO Mary Barra is scheduled to meet Ohio's U.S. senators on Capitol Hill on Wednesday to discuss the automakers' decision to idle four U.S. plants and potentially cut more than 14,000 jobs.
  
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• Lincoln: No change to anti-dualing policy despite Calif. dealer backlash

  03-12-2018 22:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  Lincoln says building standalone luxury showrooms is vital to its growth; California dealer group says it's financially harmful.
  
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• Why Hyundai-Kia got a slight boost in November

  03-12-2018 22:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  Hyundai-Kia's combined U.S. sales edged up 1.1 percent in November as Hyundai's crossover momentum continued to build.
  
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• 2018 Volkswagen Amarok Pickup Track Test Review | A truckload of fun on the 'Ring

  03-12-2018 21:30
  
  Filed under:Reviews,Volkswagen,TruckThe Amarok pickup is more fun on the Nurburgring that you'd guessContinue reading 2018 Volkswagen Amarok Pickup Track Test Review | A truckload of fun on the 'Ring 2018 Volkswagen Amarok Pickup Track Test Review | A truckload of fun on the 'Ring originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 15:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Why Nissan sales fell across-the-board in November

  03-12-2018 21:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  Nissan North America had a chilly November, with U.S. sales tumbling across the board, even in the typically resilient light-truck segment.
  
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• Nissan pulled planned reveal of longer-range Leaf from L.A.

  03-12-2018 21:20
  
  Filed under:Green,LA Auto Show,Nissan,Hatchback,ElectricA casualty of the fallout of former Chairman Carlos Ghosn's arrestContinue reading Nissan pulled planned reveal of longer-range Leaf from L.A. Nissan pulled planned reveal of longer-range Leaf from L.A. originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 15:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S. to end subsidies for electric cars, renewables, says White House

  03-12-2018 20:48
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Electric,HybridThey could end as early as 2020.Continue reading U.S. to end subsidies for electric cars, renewables, says White House U.S. to end subsidies for electric cars, renewables, says White House originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 14:48:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla on Autopilot drove 7 miles with sleeping drunken driver, police say

  03-12-2018 20:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  The California Highway Patrol had some trouble pulling over a Tesla Model S after the driver was determined to be asleep behind the wheel while the vehicle operated on Autopilot.
  
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• 2020 Ram 2500 Power Wagon caught completely undisguised

  03-12-2018 20:07
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,RAM,Truck,Off-RoadIt looks ready for its official reveal.Continue reading 2020 Ram 2500 Power Wagon caught completely undisguised 2020 Ram 2500 Power Wagon caught completely undisguised originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 14:07:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• CANADA: Detroit 3 drag November sales down 8.2%

  03-12-2018 19:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  Each of the Detroit-based automakers suffered double-digit sales declines. FCA was down 35.2 percent. GM was down 18.3 percent while Ford fell 10.7 percent. Nissan and Toyota had record months.
  
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• Automotive Transmission Filter Consumption Market Size, Trends, Analysis, Demand, Outlook and Forecast to 2023 - PMLiVE

  03-12-2018 19:41 via pmlive.com
  Automotive Transmission Filter Consumption Market Size, Trends, Analysis, Demand, Outlook and Forecast to 2023  PMLiVEThe Global Automotive Transmission Filter Consumption market study focuses major leading industry players with information such as company profiles, product ...
  
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• Lincoln is the only bright spot in Ford's November sales report

  03-12-2018 19:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  Except for gains at Lincoln, Ford's November sales dropped in nearly every measurable category.
  
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• Washington invites German car bosses for trade talks

  03-12-2018 19:25
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,BMW,Mercedes-Benz,VolkswagenBMW, Daimler and possibly VW meet with Larry Kudlow.Continue reading Washington invites German car bosses for trade talks Washington invites German car bosses for trade talks originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 13:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Why this analyst thinks Ford will cut 25,000 jobs

  03-12-2018 19:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford's $11 billion restructuring could cost 25,000 employees their jobs, exceeding the cutbacks General Motors announced last week, according to Morgan Stanley.
  
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• VW, Daimler, BMW CEOs poised for White House meeting

  03-12-2018 19:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Top executives of Volkswagen Group, Daimler AG and BMW AG have a balancing act to pull off when they meet with Trump administration officials Tuesday about potential tariffs on U.S. imports from Germany.
  
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• L.A. Auto Show, Chevy Volt and the Lincoln Navigator | Autoblog Podcast #563

  03-12-2018 18:55
  
  Filed under:Green,Podcasts,LA Auto Show,Chevrolet,GM,Lincoln,Sedan,SUV,Concept Cars,Electric,Hybrid,LuxuryLos Angeles was full of amazing cars this year.Continue reading L.A. Auto Show, Chevy Volt and the Lincoln Navigator | Autoblog Podcast #563 L.A. Auto Show, Chevy Volt and the Lincoln Navigator | Autoblog Podcast #563 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 12:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Congo nearly triples royalty rate on cobalt, key component of EV batteries

  03-12-2018 18:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  Democratic Republic of Congo has declared cobalt a "strategic" substance, according to a government decree, raising the royalty rate miners will pay to 10 percent.
  
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• Global Automotive Refrigerant Market 2018-2022| Key Facts and Figures| Technavio - Global Banking And Finance Review

  03-12-2018 18:38 via globalbankingandfinance.com
  Global Automotive Refrigerant Market 2018-2022| Key Facts and Figures| Technavio  Global Banking And Finance ReviewTechnavio analysts forecast the global automotive refrigerant market to grow at a CAGR of over 4% during the forecast period, according to their latest mar.
  
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• 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Drivers' Notes Review | A little power goes to our heads

  03-12-2018 18:05
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Mazda,Quick Spins,Convertible,PerformanceWe love Mazda's roadster.Continue reading 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Drivers' Notes Review | A little power goes to our heads 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Drivers' Notes Review | A little power goes to our heads originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 12:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ram and Jeep lead the way for FCA in November

  03-12-2018 17:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  U.S. sales for FCA US rose 17 percent in November to 181,310 vehicles, a gain largely driven by fleet transactions.
  
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• Bob Bondurant driving school reopens for business

  03-12-2018 17:55
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Etc.,Motorsports,Performance,RacingWorking to honor all deposits during the closure and future classes.Continue reading Bob Bondurant driving school reopens for business Bob Bondurant driving school reopens for business originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 11:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• HONDA NOVEMBER SALES: Accord, Acura RDX rises not enough to offset slumping sales

  03-12-2018 17:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  The Acura RDX continued to post record sales results for American Honda in November, but it was not enough to offset declines for higher-volume vehicles such as the Honda Civic and Pilot.
  
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• Driving Higher Efficiency and Savings for an Automotive Parts Store: SpendEdge’s Supply Market Engagement - Global Banking And Finance Review

  03-12-2018 17:40 via globalbankingandfinance.com
  Driving Higher Efficiency and Savings for an Automotive Parts Store: SpendEdge’s Supply Market Engagement  Global Banking And Finance ReviewSpendEdge, a well-known procurement intelligence solution provider, has announced the completion of their supply market assessment for an automotive client.
  
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• TOYOTA: Car slump overshadows record-high November light-truck sales

  03-12-2018 17:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  Toyota posted a 0.6 percent decline in November from the year-earlier month to 190,423 vehicles, despite record-high November light-truck sales.
  
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• Volvo Cars expands in SIlicon Valley

  03-12-2018 17:30
  Geely's Volvo Cars has opened its expanded Silicon Valley Tech in Sunnyvale.
  
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• External airbags on cars can reduce occupant injury by up to 40 percent

  03-12-2018 17:30
  
  Filed under:Safety,Emerging Technologies,TechnologyZF shows us its idea for safer side impact crashes.Continue reading External airbags on cars can reduce occupant injury by up to 40 percent External airbags on cars can reduce occupant injury by up to 40 percent originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 11:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM CEO to face politicians over restructure

  03-12-2018 17:24
  General Motors chief executive Mary Barra is due on Capitol Hill this week to discuss its plans to halt production at five plants in North America next year and cut up to 15,000 jobs, two congressional aides told Reuters.
  
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• Thatcham Research appoints Jonathan Hewett as new chief executive - Automotive Testing Technology International

  03-12-2018 17:16 via automotivetestingtechnologyinternational.com
  Thatcham Research appoints Jonathan Hewett as new chief executive  Automotive Testing Technology InternationalJonathan Hewett has been appointed the new chief executive at Thatcham Research, effective January 7, 2019. Hewett brings a wealth of senior management, ...
  
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• New Honda Civic Sport Line trim added to line-up

  03-12-2018 16:59
  
  Luke Wilkinson2018-12-04 11:45
  Available in showrooms now, the Honda Civic Sport Line spec adds a host of interior and exterior cosmetic additionsA new Honda Civic Sport Line edition has been launched in the UK. The new spec sits towards the top of the range and is marked out by gloss black styling changes and additional standard kit.
  Exterior additions include a lower front splitter, lower side skirts and an updated rear diffuser, finished in gloss black. The window surrounds and door mirror ca
  
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• What is Waze? The phone navigation app explained

  03-12-2018 16:46
  
  Dean Gibson2018-12-03 15:45
  All you need to know about the Waze map app that aims to be better than any other sat-nav or smartphone navigation availableThere are thousands of smartphone apps on the market, and Waze is one of the most popular pieces of software for drivers to download. But what is Waze? If you're not familiar, it's a navigation app that uses data from users to create maps and offer real-time guidance. 
  Waze calculates fast routes by collecting information directly from users
  
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• 2018 L.A. Auto Show Editors' Picks

  03-12-2018 16:40
  
  Filed under:Safety,Emerging Technologies,TechnologyThe 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show had everything an enthusiast could want, from exciting electric newcomers to iconic sportscars and a brand-new sport utility pickup truck.Continue reading 2018 L.A. Auto Show Editors' Picks 2018 L.A. Auto Show Editors' Picks originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 10:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mazda boss says no to new-generation Mazda3 hot hatch

  03-12-2018 16:25
  
  Filed under:LA Auto Show,MazdaMazda's new global boss also said there won't be a rotary sports car or an EV equivalent.Continue reading Mazda boss says no to new-generation Mazda3 hot hatch Mazda boss says no to new-generation Mazda3 hot hatch originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 10:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Why Uber hired a top NHTSA safety regulator

  03-12-2018 15:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  Uber confirmed it hired a senior U.S. auto safety official involved in the federal government's handling of self-driving cars for its autonomous vehicle efforts.
  
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• Global Automotive Junction Box Market 2018-2022 | Increasing Electric Applications in Vehicles to Boost Demand | Technavio - Global Banking And Finance Review

  03-12-2018 15:37 via globalbankingandfinance.com
  Global Automotive Junction Box Market 2018-2022 | Increasing Electric Applications in Vehicles to Boost Demand | Technavio  Global Banking And Finance ReviewTechnavio analysts forecast the global automotive junction box market to grow at a CAGR of nearly 8% during the forecast period, according to their latest.
  
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• Honda, Toyota hit by sedan disinterest, too: Sales fall in November

  03-12-2018 15:30
  
  Filed under:By the Numbers,Earnings/FinancialsHonda sales off 9.5 percent as even the popular Civic slumps.Continue reading Honda, Toyota hit by sedan disinterest, too: Sales fall in November Honda, Toyota hit by sedan disinterest, too: Sales fall in November originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 09:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New 2019 Isuzu D-Max Utah V-Cross limited edition confirmed

  03-12-2018 15:27
  
  Luke Wilkinson2018-12-03 15:05
  Limited to only 100 examples, the new Isuzu D-Max Utah V-Cross pick-up will hit showrooms in January 2019Restricted to only 100 units, the new Isuzu D-Max Utah V-Cross features a range of exterior and interior upgrades over the standard model, with prices starting at £26,199.
  Exterior upgrades for the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross are minimal, comprising of a new front bumper with red trim and new 18-inch, 12-spoke alloy wheels finished in black. The complete range of
  
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• Mahindra vs. FCA case rages on amid confusion from false reports

  03-12-2018 15:20
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Jeep,SUV,Truck,Off-RoadA decision is expected soon.Continue reading Mahindra vs. FCA case rages on amid confusion from false reports Mahindra vs. FCA case rages on amid confusion from false reports originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 09:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Japan extends Ghosn detention time

  03-12-2018 15:18
  A Tokyo court on Friday approved a 10-day extension of jail time for Carlos Ghosn, the head of the Renault-Nissan alliance, as prosecutors assess allegations of financial misconduct.
  
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• Hyundai pickup truck coming ASAP, says design chief

  03-12-2018 15:10
  
  Filed under:Hyundai,TruckEarly 2020 launch date looks likely for the long-awaited Santa Cruz.Continue reading Hyundai pickup truck coming ASAP, says design chief Hyundai pickup truck coming ASAP, says design chief originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 09:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Renault-Nissan's future up to private shareholders - Japan

  03-12-2018 15:09
  Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe has told French president Emmanuel Macron the future of the Renault-Nissan alliance was up to private shareholders.
  
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• STMicroelectronics' Advanced Image Sensors Enhance Driver Monitoring in Next-Generation Automotive Safety Systems - Yahoo Finance UK

  03-12-2018 15:01 via uk.finance.yahoo.com
  STMicroelectronics' Advanced Image Sensors Enhance Driver Monitoring in Next-Generation Automotive Safety Systems  Yahoo Finance UKST's Advanced Automotive Image Sensors_IMAGE.jpg.
  
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• France's Macron learns the hard way: Green taxes carry political risks

  03-12-2018 14:45
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green133 hurt, 412 arrested in riot over taxes intended to help environmentContinue reading France's Macron learns the hard way: Green taxes carry political risks France's Macron learns the hard way: Green taxes carry political risks originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 08:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Trump talks with China give automakers hope

  03-12-2018 14:37
  The US and China reportedly called a truce in their trade war on Saturday after President Trump agreed to hold off on new tariffs and President Xi Jinping pledged to increase Chinese purchases of American products.
  
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• November U.S. light vehicle sales down on weak car volume

  03-12-2018 14:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  U.S. light-vehicle sales slipped 0.5 percent in November as robust fleet shipments by some automakers failed to offset slumping demand for passenger cars.
  
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• Trump tweets China will cut tariff on U.S.-made cars

  03-12-2018 14:20
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,RumormillAuto stocks up, though no further details have been provided.Continue reading Trump tweets China will cut tariff on U.S.-made cars Trump tweets China will cut tariff on U.S.-made cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 03 Dec 2018 08:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• External airbags could reduce crash severity by 40 per cent

  03-12-2018 14:15
  
  Hugo Griffiths2018-12-03 13:20
  Conceptual external side airbags emerge in milliseconds to form additional crumple zone External airbags that inflate from a car’s sills could reduce the severity of injuries from car accidents by 40 per cent, according to a leading auto parts supplier.
  ZF’s external side airbags are designed to act as an additional crumple zone in the event of a collision, deploying upwards to cover the side of a car in a matter of milliseconds, absorbing the forces fr
  
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• Hyundai gears up for another Super Bowl run

  03-12-2018 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Hyundai will keep its Super Bowl ad run going in 2019, making it the eleventh time in the past 12 years that the brand has advertised during the game.
  
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