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• Ford fourth-quarter results dragged down by losses everywhere overseas

  23-01-2019 23:42
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Ford'It was not a year we were happy with.'Continue reading Ford fourth-quarter results dragged down by losses everywhere overseas Ford fourth-quarter results dragged down by losses everywhere overseas originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 17:42:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Uber and Lyft are siphoning riders from public transit, study finds

  23-01-2019 23:30
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Commercial VehiclesResearchers say ride-hailing hurts bus and rail ridership, increases traffic congestion.Continue reading Uber and Lyft are siphoning riders from public transit, study finds Uber and Lyft are siphoning riders from public transit, study finds originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 17:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2016 Porsche 911 R sells for $280,000, continues downward trend in value

  23-01-2019 23:05
  
  Filed under:Auctions,Coupe,PerformanceThat's still more than what Porsche charged for it new.Continue reading 2016 Porsche 911 R sells for $280,000, continues downward trend in value 2016 Porsche 911 R sells for $280,000, continues downward trend in value originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 17:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 First Drive Review | Off-road overkill

  23-01-2019 22:15
  
  Filed under:GMC,First Drives,Truck,LuxuryDoes it earn its premium off-road position next to the chromed-out Denali?Continue reading 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 First Drive Review | Off-road overkill 2019 GMC Sierra AT4 First Drive Review | Off-road overkill originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 16:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Lamborghini Huracan EVO First Drive Review | Sant'Agata's killer app

  23-01-2019 21:01
  
  Filed under:Lamborghini,First Drives,Coupe,PerformanceIt does more well than its Performante sibling.Continue reading 2020 Lamborghini Huracan EVO First Drive Review | Sant'Agata's killer app 2020 Lamborghini Huracan EVO First Drive Review | Sant'Agata's killer app originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 15:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Goodyear CEO on the automotive industry and trade - WBFO

  23-01-2019 20:58 via news.wbfo.org
  Goodyear CEO on the automotive industry and trade  WBFOTransportation, as we know it, is changing. There's ride-sharing, electric cars, and soon, driverless vehicles. One of the things they all have in.
  
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• Bugatti says an emphatic 'no' to SUVs

  23-01-2019 20:45
  
  Filed under:Bugatti,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,Performance,SupercarsThe French supercar company won't be making a utility vehicle.Continue reading Bugatti says an emphatic 'no' to SUVs Bugatti says an emphatic 'no' to SUVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 14:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Mazda3 pricing starts at over $20,000, 2.5-liter engine standard

  23-01-2019 20:25
  
  Filed under:Mazda,Hatchback,SedanIt's a price increase of about $3,000Continue reading 2019 Mazda3 pricing starts at over $20,000, 2.5-liter engine standard 2019 Mazda3 pricing starts at over $20,000, 2.5-liter engine standard originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 14:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ram shows off its 2019 Heavy Duty trucks in Laramie Longhorn trim

  23-01-2019 20:01
  
  Filed under:Misc. Auto Shows,RAM,Truck,LuxuryAlligator-skin embossing joins lots of full-grain leather.Continue reading Ram shows off its 2019 Heavy Duty trucks in Laramie Longhorn trim Ram shows off its 2019 Heavy Duty trucks in Laramie Longhorn trim originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 14:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Join Autoblog on Reddit for an AMA

  23-01-2019 18:42
  
  Filed under:CES,Detroit Auto ShowWe're here all afternoon to answer questions and talk cars.Continue reading Join Autoblog on Reddit for an AMA Join Autoblog on Reddit for an AMA originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 12:42:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• COMMENT - It takes two to tango (and to disagree) - just-auto.com

  23-01-2019 18:29 via just-auto.com
  COMMENT - It takes two to tango (and to disagree)  just-auto.comMany in the automotive sector agree that collaborations among car companies are one way for them to shape up for the big challenges ahead and potential ...
  
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• COMMENT - It takes two to tango (and to disagree)

  23-01-2019 18:17
  Many in the automotive sector agree that collaborations among car companies are one way for them to shape up for the big challenges ahead and potential disruption to a basic business model (OEM manufactures vehicle, it is shipped to dealer for retail and final customer is a vehicle owner) that has held sway for more than a century.
  
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• 1962 Jeep Willys Wagon First Drive Review | Driving the first SUV, with a twist

  23-01-2019 18:01
  
  Filed under:First Drives,SUV,ClassicsThe Willys Wagon makes a strong case for being the first SUVContinue reading 1962 Jeep Willys Wagon First Drive Review | Driving the first SUV, with a twist 1962 Jeep Willys Wagon First Drive Review | Driving the first SUV, with a twist originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 12:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bentley plans a special ‘Centenary’ model for Geneva 2019

  23-01-2019 17:58
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-01-23 17:00
  Bentley will unveil a new special edition model at the Geneva Motor Show to celebrate its 100th anniversaryIt’s Bentley’s 100th birthday this year so, to celebrate, the firm is planning a ‘Centenary’ model, due to be revealed at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. Details are scarce for the time being, with only this none too revealing teaser image to go on, but the model seems to be based on the Bentley Continental GT.
  Bentley says this ne
  
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• Kettering automotive students say new facility, autonomous program are 'huge' advantage - MLive.com

  23-01-2019 17:45 via mlive.com
  Kettering automotive students say new facility, autonomous program are 'huge' advantage  MLive.comStudents at Kettering University say the automotive programs there are helping them prepare for the ever-changing automotive world.
  
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• Here’s how double amputee Alex Zanardi pilots his BMW race car

  23-01-2019 17:45
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Videos,BMW,RacingHe'll race his customized BMW M8 GT at 24 at Daytona this weekend.Continue reading Here’s how double amputee Alex Zanardi pilots his BMW race car Here’s how double amputee Alex Zanardi pilots his BMW race car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 11:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• McLaren envisions future of Formula One racing in 2050

  23-01-2019 17:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Motorsports,McLaren,Electric,Future,RacingThe next 30 years may have some wild changes.Continue reading McLaren envisions future of Formula One racing in 2050 McLaren envisions future of Formula One racing in 2050 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 11:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Aston Martin Valkyrie gets a track package, moves closer to production-ready

  23-01-2019 17:05
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Aston Martin,Coupe,Performance,SupercarsCheck out all the custom options on the upcoming hypercar.Continue reading Aston Martin Valkyrie gets a track package, moves closer to production-ready Aston Martin Valkyrie gets a track package, moves closer to production-ready originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 11:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GAC Motor Selects Spirent Solutions for Automotive Ethernet Conformance Testing - Global Banking And Finance Review

  23-01-2019 16:57 via globalbankingandfinance.com
  GAC Motor Selects Spirent Solutions for Automotive Ethernet Conformance Testing  Global Banking And Finance ReviewSpirent Communications plc (LSE:SPT), a leading provider of connected car and automotive Ethernet test solutions, today announced that GAC Motor Company ...
  
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• Global Automotive Steering Gearbox Market Analysis: 2019-2023 - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Business Wire

  23-01-2019 16:48 via businesswire.com
  Global Automotive Steering Gearbox Market Analysis: 2019-2023 - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Business WireDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Global Automotive Steering Gearbox Market 2019-2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  
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• 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition debuts before Chicago Auto Show

  23-01-2019 16:15
  
  Filed under:Chicago Auto Show,Toyota,SUV,Luxury,Off-RoadThe off-road Toyota gets a fresh look.Continue reading 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition debuts before Chicago Auto Show 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition debuts before Chicago Auto Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 10:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Thai sales rise 9% in December, +20% in 2018

  23-01-2019 16:04
  Thailand's new vehicle market expanded by 8.9% to 113,581 units in December 2018 from 104,302 units in the same month of the previous year, according to data compiled by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
  
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• German automakers explore alliance to develop self-driving cars

  23-01-2019 16:00
  
  Filed under:BMW,Mercedes-Benz,Volkswagen,AutonomousAlso, BMW and Mercedes could share a platform for 1 Series and A-Class.Continue reading German automakers explore alliance to develop self-driving cars German automakers explore alliance to develop self-driving cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 10:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Subaru output hit by part defect

  23-01-2019 15:43
  Subaru has said its factory in Japan could be out of action for almost two weeks after it discovered a suspected defect in a power-steering component.
  
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• Honda Urban EV prototype hatchback to be revealed in Geneva

  23-01-2019 15:25
  
  Filed under:Green,Geneva Motor Show,Honda,Hatchback,ElectricThis is likely a near-production version of the all-electric concept.Continue reading Honda Urban EV prototype hatchback to be revealed in Geneva Honda Urban EV prototype hatchback to be revealed in Geneva originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 09:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo recalls over 200,000 vehicles to fix fuel leak issue

  23-01-2019 15:15
  
  Filed under:Recalls,VolvoFuel line in engine compartment may have small cracks.Continue reading Volvo recalls over 200,000 vehicles to fix fuel leak issue Volvo recalls over 200,000 vehicles to fix fuel leak issue originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 09:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TI Automotive supplies plastic fuel tanks to Karma

  23-01-2019 15:05
  TI Automotive is to provide blow moulded plastic fuel tanks for Karma's luxury electric vehicle programme.
  
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• Talk that talk: Porsche made a video about its five loudest cars

  23-01-2019 15:00
  
  Filed under:Videos,Porsche,Coupe,Performance,SpecialtyIncluding the 1978 911 SC Safari!Continue reading Talk that talk: Porsche made a video about its five loudest cars Talk that talk: Porsche made a video about its five loudest cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 09:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Kia ProCeed 2019 review

  23-01-2019 14:42
  
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  Image 1 of 24 23 Jan, 2019 1:45pmAlex Ingram
  The new Kia ProCeed has morphed into a sleek shooting brake estate, but is this 1.6 diesel the pick of the range?This is the new Kia ProCeed: a name which, since it last appeared on the second generation of the Korean brand’s Ford Focus rival, has gone through something of a personality change. 
  The previous Pro_Cee’d wore a compact, three-door body style, placing itself as the most sporting model in the line-up. Now, ho
  
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• 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed theme announced

  23-01-2019 14:20
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-01-23 13:00
  'Speed Kings – Motorsport’s Record Breakers', is the theme for the 2019 Good wood FoS.This year’s Goodwood FoS will celebrate racing’s record breakers, featuring everything from land-speed cars to lap record holders
  The organisers of the Goodwood Festival of Speed have announced the theme for this year’s event. Dubbed 'Speed Kings – Motorsport’s Record Breakers,' it will celebrate every area of record breaking in motorsport
  
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• NFC Forum Signs IoT Liaison Agreement; Expands Automotive Partnership - Global Banking And Finance Review

  23-01-2019 14:17 via globalbankingandfinance.com
  NFC Forum Signs IoT Liaison Agreement; Expands Automotive Partnership  Global Banking And Finance ReviewThe NFC Forum, the global standards and advocacy association for Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, announced today the signing of a liaison ...
  
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• Renault board to meet to resolve Ghosn succession

  23-01-2019 14:11
  Renault has called a board meeting for tomorrow morning (24 January) which will reportedly seal Carlos Ghosn's replacements as Renault chairman and CEO.
  
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• 5 Hyundai and Kia models have higher-than-average fire insurance claim rates

  23-01-2019 14:00
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Hyundai,Kia,SafetySome with four-cylinder engines catch fire twice as often as typical.Continue reading 5 Hyundai and Kia models have higher-than-average fire insurance claim rates 5 Hyundai and Kia models have higher-than-average fire insurance claim rates originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 08:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Texas Instruments – Shunt regulators offer thermal stability over automotive and commercial temperature ranges - Electropages

  23-01-2019 13:41 via electropages.com
  Texas Instruments – Shunt regulators offer thermal stability over automotive and commercial temperature ranges  ElectropagesTexas Instruments TL431LI/TL432LI Programmable Shunt Regulators are three-terminal adjustable shunt regulators, with specified thermal stability over ...
  
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• Here's how wildly expensive it is to participate in F1

  23-01-2019 13:30
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Ferrari,Honda,McLaren,Mercedes-Benz,RacingIt's even more expensive for the winners.Continue reading Here's how wildly expensive it is to participate in F1 Here's how wildly expensive it is to participate in F1 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Jan 2019 07:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Panasonic, Toyota to work together on automotive batteries 'of the future' - Energy Storage News

  23-01-2019 12:44 via energy-storage.news
  Panasonic, Toyota to work together on automotive batteries 'of the future'  Energy Storage NewsAutomotive giant Toyota and electronics firm Panasonic have announced a joint venture which will look to lead the field in EV battery technology.
  
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• Enel installs 130 charge points in Italy and Austria

  23-01-2019 12:16
  Enel has installed 130 Fast Recharge charging stations, which are now operating on long-distance roads of Italy and Austria as part of the EVA+ project (Electric Vehicles Arteries).
  
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• Volvo recalls 200,000 cars over fuel leak fears

  23-01-2019 12:13
  
  Hugo Griffiths2019-01-23 11:20
  Over 30,000 UK Volvos affected, although company says there are “no reports alleging injuries or damages related to this issue”Volvo is recalling 219,000 cars globally due to a potential fuel leak, with 30,777 UK cars affected.
  The recall relates to diesel-engined 2015 to 2016 model year examples of the Volvo V40, V40CC, S60, S60CC, V60, V60CC, XC60, V70, XC70, S80 and XC90 built between 2015 and 2016. In affected cars, a faulty fuel line could develop
  
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• Michelin acquires Indonesian tyre manufacturer Multistrada

  23-01-2019 11:29
  Michelin has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire 80% of PT Multistrada Arah Sarana ("Multistrada"), a tyre manufacturer based in Indonesia.
  
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• Grammer and Allygrow open joint tech centre in India

  23-01-2019 11:28
  Grammer and Allygrow Technologies have set up up a joint venture in India to develop solutions for the automotive and commercial vehicle industry.
  
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• ExxonMobil, REG and Clariant team on cellulosic biofuel research

  23-01-2019 11:27
  ExxonMobil and Renewable Energy Group (REG) have signed a joint research agreement with Clariant to evaluate the potential use of cellulosic sugars from sources such as agricultural waste and residues to produce biofuel.
  
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• Stelvio Quadrifoglio silences the Alfa sceptics

  23-01-2019 11:15
  Will Alfa ever reach the infamous 400,000 cars a year goal that FCA set for it? In 2018, it was less than a third of the way there. The end of the MiTo and the age of the Giulietta meant European retail sales dipped. By contrast, US deliveries almost doubled and exports to China finally rose above the 5,000 units mark. The most expensive model is doing well too. What may surprise many is that the Stelvio Quadrifoglio is as good as if not better than the Porsche Macan Turbo.
  
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• Stelvio Quadrifoglio silences Alfa sceptics

  23-01-2019 11:15
  Will Alfa ever reach the infamous 400,000 cars a year goal that FCA set for it? In 2018, it was less than a third of the way there. The end of the MiTo and the age of the Giulietta meant European retail sales dipped. By contrast, US deliveries almost doubled and exports to China finally rose above the 5,000 units mark. The most expensive model is doing well too. What may surprise many is that the Stelvio Quadrifoglio is as good as if not better than the Porsche Macan Turbo.
  
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• Global $9.36 Bn 3D Printing Market for Automotive and Aerospace Industry Analysis and Forecast 2018-2023: Focus on Technology, Material Type and End-users - GlobeNewswire

  23-01-2019 11:07 via globenewswire.com
  Global $9.36 Bn 3D Printing Market for Automotive and Aerospace Industry Analysis and Forecast 2018-2023: Focus on Technology, Material Type and End-users  GlobeNewswireDublin, Jan. 23, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Global 3D Printing Market for Automotive and Aerospace Industry: Focus on Technology, Material Type and ...
  
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• Michelin to acquire 80% of Multistrada for US$439m

  23-01-2019 11:06
  Michelin has signed a US$439m agreement to acquire 80% of Indonesian tyre manufacturer, Multistrada Arah Sarana.
  
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• New Skoda Kodiaq vRS 2022 review

  23-01-2019 10:30
  The vRS sits at the top of the Skoda Kodiaq range, but is it our favourite?
  
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• New Kia e-Niro 2020 review

  23-01-2019 10:15
  
  Verdict
  The e-Niro is still one of our favourite electric cars, especially with the revamped infotainment of the latest model. Its efficiency is hugely impressive and it does the everyday family car things well. More rivals are coming, though, not least from within Kia’s own family. The Soul offers much of what the e-Niro does, but in a fresher, funkier package
  In Kia years, the Niro is getting on a bit. It’s four years since the hybrid version was first launched, although the e-Niro
  
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• New 2020 Kia e-Niro range expands with 180-mile entry-level model

  23-01-2019 10:10
  
  The all-electric Kia e-Niro SUV line-up has been boosted in the UK with the arrival of a new-look three car line-up, incorporating a cheaper version featuring a smaller 39kWh battery and less powerful electric motor for the first time. 
  Up to now, the e-Niro has only been offered in one specification and with a 64kWh battery, but the new three car line-up follows the trim structure of the hybrid Niro, with ‘2’, ‘3’ and ‘4+’ grade cars to choose from.
  
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• Quantifying the electric vehicle charging infrastructure gap across U.S. markets - Automotive World

  23-01-2019 09:00 via automotiveworld.com
  Quantifying the electric vehicle charging infrastructure gap across U.S. markets  Automotive WorldThis report quantifies the gap in charging infrastructure to power more than 3 million expected electric vehicles by 2025. Based on the expected growth across ...
  
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• Hendy Automotive celebrates opening of FordStore in Eastleigh - Motor Trader

  23-01-2019 09:00 via motortrader.com
  Hendy Automotive celebrates opening of FordStore in Eastleigh  Motor TraderFord UK managing director Andy Barratt has officially opened the new Hendy FordStore and Transit centre in Eastleigh. It is the second FordStore for the gr.
  
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