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• 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT Four-Door starts at $137,000 — in some ways a bargain

  17-12-2018 23:30
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,Hatchback,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceThat's the GT 63, with the 63 S even more, but consider some comparisons.Continue reading 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT Four-Door starts at $137,000 — in some ways a bargain 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT Four-Door starts at $137,000 — in some ways a bargain originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 17:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Audi Q4 SUV spy shots show a coupe Q3

  17-12-2018 22:55
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Audi,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryA small Audi SUV coupe is on the horizon.Continue reading Audi Q4 SUV spy shots show a coupe Q3 Audi Q4 SUV spy shots show a coupe Q3 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 16:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Steve McQueen movie Trans Am barn find surfaces after almost 40 years

  17-12-2018 22:30
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Etc.,TV/Movies,Pontiac,Automotive History,CoupeBlown-up Trans Am starred in McQueen's final film.Continue reading Steve McQueen movie Trans Am barn find surfaces after almost 40 years Steve McQueen movie Trans Am barn find surfaces after almost 40 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 16:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Steve McQueen barn find: Movie Trans Am surfaces after almost 40 years

  17-12-2018 22:30
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Etc.,TV/Movies,Pontiac,Automotive History,CoupeBlown-up Trans Am starred in McQueen's final film.Continue reading Steve McQueen barn find: Movie Trans Am surfaces after almost 40 years Steve McQueen barn find: Movie Trans Am surfaces after almost 40 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 16:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA teased with smoother design

  17-12-2018 21:50
  
  Filed under:CES,Mercedes-Benz,Coupe,Sedan,Luxury,PerformanceBetter interior materials and a 400-hp CLA45 model said to be on the way.Continue reading 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA teased with smoother design 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA teased with smoother design originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 15:50:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lincoln Continental suicide doors: A lot has changed since 1961

  17-12-2018 21:10
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Lincoln,Automotive History,Convertible,Sedan,LuxuryThe doors are back, but their purpose is a lot different this time around.Continue reading Lincoln Continental suicide doors: A lot has changed since 1961 Lincoln Continental suicide doors: A lot has changed since 1961 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 15:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lincoln Continental and suicide doors: A lot has changed since 1961

  17-12-2018 21:10
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Lincoln,Automotive History,Convertible,Sedan,LuxuryThe doors are back, but their purpose is a lot different this time around.Continue reading Lincoln Continental and suicide doors: A lot has changed since 1961 Lincoln Continental and suicide doors: A lot has changed since 1961 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 15:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive supplier to invest $40 million in Lincoln County plant - WHNT News 19

  17-12-2018 21:03 via whnt.com
  Automotive supplier to invest $40 million in Lincoln County plant  WHNT News 19LINCOLN COUNTY, Tenn. - A Japanese auto supplier plans to invest $40 million and create more than 100 jobs in Lincoln County over the next three years, ...
  
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• Nio unveils ES6 electric SUV, its third model

  17-12-2018 19:53
  
  Filed under:Green,Misc. Automakers,Technology,Crossover,SUV,ElectricIt'll do 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds.Continue reading Nio unveils ES6 electric SUV, its third model Nio unveils ES6 electric SUV, its third model originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 13:53:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Gymkhana 10 hits the web with Hoonitruck, four other cars

  17-12-2018 19:25
  
  Filed under:Videos,Ford,Coupe,Hatchback,Truck,RacingThe 20-minute installment features 5 locations.Continue reading Gymkhana 10 hits the web with Hoonitruck, four other cars Gymkhana 10 hits the web with Hoonitruck, four other cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 13:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Hyundai Palisade vs. Ascent, Pilot, Highlander and CX-9: How they compare on paper

  17-12-2018 18:40
  
  Comparing specs, facts, figures and photos of the 2020 Hyundai Palisade versus the 2019 Subaru Ascent, 2019 Honda Pilot, 2019 Toyota Highlander and 2019 Mazda CX-9.Continue reading 2020 Hyundai Palisade vs. Ascent, Pilot, Highlander and CX-9: How they compare on paper 2020 Hyundai Palisade vs. Ascent, Pilot, Highlander and CX-9: How they compare on paper originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 12:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this 
  
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• Automotive Security: It's More Than Just What's Under The Hood - Threatpost

  17-12-2018 18:29 via threatpost.com
  Automotive Security: It's More Than Just What's Under The Hood  ThreatpostTrue auto safety can only be achieved by knowing what every piece of code and hardware is that goes into the car. It's a cool Saturday evening as I head out for ...
  
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• Industry Momentum for Automotive Grade Linux Continues to Grow with Five New Members - PRNewswire

  17-12-2018 18:04 via prnewswire.com
  Industry Momentum for Automotive Grade Linux Continues to Grow with Five New Members  PRNewswireSAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Automotive Grade Linux (AGL), a collaborative cross-industry effort developing an open source platform for ...
  
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• 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe can be unlocked and started with a fingerprint

  17-12-2018 17:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Hyundai,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Crossover,SUVTechnology displayed in China.Continue reading 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe can be unlocked and started with a fingerprint 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe can be unlocked and started with a fingerprint originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 11:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Specialist Automotive Global Skills Centre opens its doors at MIRA Technology Park - East Midlands Business Link

  17-12-2018 16:56 via eastmidlandsbusinesslink.co.uk
  Specialist Automotive Global Skills Centre opens its doors at MIRA Technology Park  East Midlands Business LinkThe institute was created to satisfy an ever-increasing demand for specialist skills in the automotive sector.
  
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• Toyota's longest-wrapped present, the Supra, inspires holiday gift wrap

  17-12-2018 16:55
  
  Filed under:Weird Car News,ToyotaWrap your presents like Toyota wraps the A90 Supra.Continue reading Toyota's longest-wrapped present, the Supra, inspires holiday gift wrap Toyota's longest-wrapped present, the Supra, inspires holiday gift wrap originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 10:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nissan board meets but doesn't pick a replacement for Ghosn

  17-12-2018 16:30
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Mitsubishi,Nissan,RenaultContinue reading Nissan board meets but doesn't pick a replacement for Ghosn Nissan board meets but doesn't pick a replacement for Ghosn originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 10:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo to sell electric Class 8 truck in U.S. in 2020

  17-12-2018 16:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Volvo,Truck,Commercial Vehicles,Electric,Future23 demo units will enter two fleets in California in 2019.Continue reading Volvo to sell electric Class 8 truck in U.S. in 2020 Volvo to sell electric Class 8 truck in U.S. in 2020 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 10:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global Automotive Telematics Insurance Market, 2022: Focus on Usage-based Insurance, Smartphone, Hardwired, OBD, Aftermarket, OEM Fitment, Supply Chain, Passenger Vehicle, and Commercial Vehicles - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Business Wire

  17-12-2018 15:43 via businesswire.com
  Global Automotive Telematics Insurance Market, 2022: Focus on Usage-based Insurance, Smartphone, Hardwired, OBD, Aftermarket, OEM Fitment, Supply Chain, Passenger Vehicle, and Commercial Vehicles - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Business WireDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Global Automotive Telematics Insurance Market: Focus on Usage-based Insurance (UBI), Smartphone, Hardwired, OBD, ...
  
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• BlackBerry Q3 Preview: Focus On The Emerging Automotive Business - Forbes

  17-12-2018 15:36 via forbes.com
  BlackBerry Q3 Preview: Focus On The Emerging Automotive Business  ForbesBlackBerry is expected to publish its Q3 fiscal 2019 results on December 20. While the company's core enterprise mobility management business has stabilized, ...
  
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• Ford builds a noise-canceling doghouse to fight off fireworks sounds

  17-12-2018 15:25
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Weird Car News,Ford,TechnologyIt uses Ford's noise cancellation technology.Continue reading Ford builds a noise-canceling doghouse to fight off fireworks sounds Ford builds a noise-canceling doghouse to fight off fireworks sounds originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 09:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bloodhound speed record project saved as investor is found

  17-12-2018 15:10
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Automotive History,Performance,Racing,SpecialtyIt could cost $32 million to attempt 1,000 mph.Continue reading Bloodhound speed record project saved as investor is found Bloodhound speed record project saved as investor is found originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 09:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Icahn Automotive Announces Agreement to Acquire RPM Automotive - Business Wire

  17-12-2018 15:05 via businesswire.com
  Icahn Automotive Announces Agreement to Acquire RPM Automotive  Business WireIcahn Automotive Group LLC, which owns and operates leading auto repair and maintenance providers Pep Boys, AAMCO and Precision Tune Auto Care, ...
  
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• Nissan Motor establishes special governance committee

  17-12-2018 14:54
  Nissan Motor directors today (Monday 17 December) approved the establishment of a special committee for improving governance but has yet to name a new chairman to replace the ousted Carlos Ghosn.
  
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• VW's electric I.D. hatchbacks testing — 250-plus miles range, price of a Golf

  17-12-2018 14:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Spy Photos,Volkswagen,ElectricI.D. Neo production is slated to begin in less than a year.Continue reading VW's electric I.D. hatchbacks testing — 250-plus miles range, price of a Golf VW's electric I.D. hatchbacks testing — 250-plus miles range, price of a Golf originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 08:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Backup Camera Market Status and Industry Outlook 2018 - Journal of Industry

  17-12-2018 14:26 via industryjournal24.com
  Automotive Backup Camera Market Status and Industry Outlook 2018  Journal of IndustryGlobal Automotive Backup Camera Market 2018 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2023. The report presents an in-depth ...
  
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• Automotive Microcontroller Market: Global Major Industry participants, with Forecasts 2016–2024 - Industry News Insights

  17-12-2018 14:25 via industrynewsinsights.com
  Automotive Microcontroller Market: Global Major Industry participants, with Forecasts 2016–2024  Industry News InsightsAutomotive Microcontroller Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecasts 2016–2024. A fundamental outline of the Automotive ...
  
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• Electrical issue to delay mid-engine Corvette six months?

  17-12-2018 14:20
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Chevrolet,Coupe,Future,Luxury,PerformanceSources say excessive draw necessitates wiring redesign.Continue reading Electrical issue to delay mid-engine Corvette six months? Electrical issue to delay mid-engine Corvette six months? originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 08:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Dimming Mirrors Market Global Insights and Trends 2018-2023 - Journal of Industry

  17-12-2018 14:09 via industryjournal24.com
  Automotive Dimming Mirrors Market Global Insights and Trends 2018-2023  Journal of IndustryGlobal Automotive Dimming Mirrors Market 2018 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2023. The report presents an in-depth ...
  
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• Automotive Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Market: Global Major Industry participants, with Forecasts 2016–2024 - Ask a Reporter

  17-12-2018 14:02 via askreporter24.com
  Automotive Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Market: Global Major Industry participants, with Forecasts 2016–2024  Ask a ReporterAutomotive Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecasts 2016–2024. A fundamental outline of the ...
  
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• Ambarella launches new automotive vision chips for driver-assistance technology - VentureBeat

  17-12-2018 14:00 via venturebeat.com
  Ambarella launches new automotive vision chips for driver-assistance technology  VentureBeatAmbarella is unveiling a new automotive camera chip, the Ambarella CV22AQ, to provide computer vision for advanced driver assistance programs in cars.
  
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• GM offers new posts to most 'unallocated plant' workers

  17-12-2018 13:51
  General Motors expects to be able to offer new posts to about 2,700 of the 2,800 hourly employees affected by plans to halt production at four US plants next year, a Detroit paper reported.
  
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• Automotive Combination Switch Market 2017 – 2021: Growth, Key Players, Drivers - Blue Bird Magazine

  17-12-2018 13:51 via bluebirdmagazine.com
  Automotive Combination Switch Market 2017 – 2021: Growth, Key Players, Drivers  Blue Bird MagazineAutomotive Combination Switch Market is drafted after detailed analysis of various key market factors like market size, market trends, market challenges & key ...
  
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• Global Automotive Dual Clutch Transmission System Market 2019- Getrag, Eaton, ZF - Journal of Industry

  17-12-2018 13:06 via industryjournal24.com
  Global Automotive Dual Clutch Transmission System Market 2019- Getrag, Eaton, ZF  Journal of IndustryThe Global Automotive Dual Clutch Transmission System market has been exhibiting substantial overall improvements throughout the span of last five years and ...
  
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• 2019 Nissan Murano First Drive Review | Comfortably cruising

  17-12-2018 13:00
  
  Filed under:Nissan,First Drives,CrossoverA competent and crisp crossover with a lovely interior.Continue reading 2019 Nissan Murano First Drive Review | Comfortably cruising 2019 Nissan Murano First Drive Review | Comfortably cruising originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 07:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Nissan Maxima First Drive Review | 4DGT not 4DSC

  17-12-2018 13:00
  
  Filed under:Nissan,First Drives,Sedan,PerformanceStylish and comfy, but no sports car.Continue reading 2019 Nissan Maxima First Drive Review | 4DGT not 4DSC 2019 Nissan Maxima First Drive Review | 4DGT not 4DSC originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 07:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global Automotive Steer Axle Market 2019- Meritor, DANA, AAM - Journal of Industry

  17-12-2018 12:56 via industryjournal24.com
  Global Automotive Steer Axle Market 2019- Meritor, DANA, AAM  Journal of IndustryThe Global Automotive Steer Axle market has been exhibiting substantial overall improvements throughout the span of last five years and expected to achieve a ...
  
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• Renault urges Nissan shareholder meeting

  17-12-2018 12:34
  Renault has sent a letter to its alliance partner Nissan Motor, urging the Japanese carmaker to call a meeting of its shareholders "as promptly as practicable", the Wall Street Journal reported at the weekend, according to Reuters.
  
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• Automotive Apprentice of the Year Awards - TBW News Group - The Border Watch

  17-12-2018 12:33 via borderwatch.com.au
  Automotive Apprentice of the Year Awards - TBW News Group  The Border WatchTHE annual South East Automotive Industry Group Apprentice of the Year Awards were held at Thyme at the Lakes last week. Barry Maney Group's David ...
  
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• Important Automotive Sales Lessons From the Past 50 Years - Ward's Auto

  17-12-2018 12:15 via wardsauto.com
  Important Automotive Sales Lessons From the Past 50 Years  Ward's AutoIn the past 50 years working with both sales and *service* professionals to build customer satisfaction and maximize auto dealership profits, there are several ...
  
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• French tip Michelin CEO to chair Renault - reports

  17-12-2018 12:05
  The French government reportedly is considering backing Michelin chief executive Jean-Dominique Senard for the chairmanship of Renault, replacing embattled CEO Carlos Ghosn, Le Figaro reported at the weekend, citing several sources.
  
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• Lincoln Continental brings back suicide doors with Coach Door Edition

  17-12-2018 12:00
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Lincoln,Sedan,LuxuryA 6-inch stretch and tons more luxury are baked into the large Lincoln.Continue reading Lincoln Continental brings back suicide doors with Coach Door Edition Lincoln Continental brings back suicide doors with Coach Door Edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 06:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• China Automotive Systems Develops New Steering System for Chrysler Autonomous Vehicle Project - PRNewswire

  17-12-2018 12:00 via prnewswire.com
  China Automotive Systems Develops New Steering System for Chrysler Autonomous Vehicle Project  PRNewswireWUHAN, China, Dec. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- China Automotive Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CAAS) ("CAAS" or the "Company"), a leading power steering ...
  
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• Sibur to expand Tobolsk facility to produce maleic anhydride

  17-12-2018 11:54
  Sibur has started construction of a maleic anhydride (MAN) production facility at Sibur Tobolsk in Russia.
  
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• Opel/Vauxhall appoints Antonio Cobo as Supply Chain VP

  17-12-2018 11:53
  Opel/Vauxhall has appointed Antonio Cobo as VP, Manufacturing and Supply Chain from 1 January, 2019.
  
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• PPG to acquire Whitford Worldwide

  17-12-2018 11:39
  PPG has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Whitford Worldwide, a global manufacturer specialising in low-friction and non-stick coatings for industrial applications and consumer products.
  
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• German automotive company drops plan to build new plant in Romania - Romania-Insider.com

  17-12-2018 11:24 via romania-insider.com
  German automotive company drops plan to build new plant in Romania  Romania-Insider.comGerman company Wielpütz Automotive will no longer build a car component factory in Craiova, in Southern Romania, which would have required an investment ...
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover set for major job losses - FT

  17-12-2018 11:14
  A report in the Financial Times says that Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is planning a GBP2.5bn cost-cutting plan that could result in the loss of up to 5,000 jobs.
  
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• Automotive Switches Market Inclinations & Development Status Highlighted for the Forecast Report till 2028 - Daily Industry Updates

  17-12-2018 10:58 via dailyindustryupdates.com
  Automotive Switches Market Inclinations & Development Status Highlighted for the Forecast Report till 2028  Daily Industry UpdatesTraditional handbrakes are gradually being replaced by handbrake automotive switches or electronic parking brakes. Growing demand for comfort and ...
  
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• Indonesia sales up 5% in November | Automotive Industry News - just-auto.com

  17-12-2018 10:57 via just-auto.com
  Indonesia sales up 5% in November | Automotive Industry News  just-auto.comNew vehicle sales in Indonesia increased by 4.7% to 100738 units in November compared with 96191 units in the same month of last year, according to ...
  
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