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• Dearborn mayor blocks article about Henry Ford's anti-Semitism

  04-02-2019 23:40
  
  Filed under:Weird Car News,FordMove backfires, brings broad exposure to piece in city's historical magazine.Continue reading Dearborn mayor blocks article about Henry Ford's anti-Semitism Dearborn mayor blocks article about Henry Ford's anti-Semitism originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 17:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 GMC Sierra HD caught in double-cab, low-trim gas-engine guise

  04-02-2019 23:00
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,GMC,TruckIt doesn't even have the MultiPro tailgate.Continue reading 2020 GMC Sierra HD caught in double-cab, low-trim gas-engine guise 2020 GMC Sierra HD caught in double-cab, low-trim gas-engine guise originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 17:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes-Benz builds the communicative Cooperative Car

  04-02-2019 22:30
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,Sedan,Autonomous,LuxuryS-Class autonomous concept uses lighting effects to signal intentions to pedestrians.Continue reading Mercedes-Benz builds the communicative Cooperative Car Mercedes-Benz builds the communicative Cooperative Car originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 16:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Hispano-Suiza returns to Geneva with a new electric car

  04-02-2019 21:44
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,Coupe,Electric,LuxuryHispano-Suiza, a storied carmaker dating back to the early 1900s is set to bring an electric car to Geneva this year.Continue reading Hispano-Suiza returns to Geneva with a new electric car Hispano-Suiza returns to Geneva with a new electric car originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 15:44:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TU-Automotive's Faster Forward Video Series Wins 2019 Gold Ava Digital Award - GlobeNewswire

  04-02-2019 20:52 via globenewswire.com
  TU-Automotive's Faster Forward Video Series Wins 2019 Gold Ava Digital Award  GlobeNewswireNEW YORK, NY, Feb. 04, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NEWMEDIAWIRE -- TU-Automotive's Faster Forward is a 2019 Gold Ava Digital Award Winer for ...
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1990 Plymouth Voyager Turbo

  04-02-2019 20:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Chrysler,Dodge,Automotive History,Minivan/VanMade when TURBO badges could sell anything, even minivans.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1990 Plymouth Voyager Turbo Junkyard Gem: 1990 Plymouth Voyager Turbo originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 14:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Ram 1500 spy shots further hint at a trick tailgate for the Chicago Auto Show

  04-02-2019 20:00
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,RAM,TruckOnly the bed and tailgate are covered in camouflage.Continue reading 2019 Ram 1500 spy shots further hint at a trick tailgate for the Chicago Auto Show 2019 Ram 1500 spy shots further hint at a trick tailgate for the Chicago Auto Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 14:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Coupe First Edition is the second special edition

  04-02-2019 19:02
  
  Filed under:BMW,Coupe,Luxury,SpecialtyA taste of the BMW Individual possibilities, limited to 400 units.Continue reading 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Coupe First Edition is the second special edition 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Coupe First Edition is the second special edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 13:02:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Killer drivers will face life sentences from next year

  04-02-2019 18:25
  
  Drivers who cause fatal accidents while speeding, racing or using a mobile phone will face life sentences once new legislation is introduced next year, the Government has pledged.
  Motorists who kill someone while under the influence of drugs or alcohol could also be sentenced to life in prison under the reforms. In addition, the legislation will create a new offence of causing serious injury by careless driving, which aims to deliver justice for victims who suffer life-changing injuries.
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• Killer drivers will face life sentences from 2021

  04-02-2019 18:25
  
  Drivers who cause fatal accidents while speeding, racing or using a mobile phone will face life sentences once new legislation is introduced next year, the Government has pledged.
  Motorists who kill someone while under the influence of drugs or alcohol could also be sentenced to life in prison under the reforms. In addition, the legislation will create a new offence of causing serious injury by careless driving, which aims to deliver justice for victims who suffer life-changing injuries.SEE
  
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• Dangerous drivers who cause death could face life in prison

  04-02-2019 18:25
  
  A new law makes causing death by careless driving equivalent to manslaughter, with tougher potential sentencing
  
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• Icahn Automotive Completes Acquisition of RPM Automotive - Business Wire

  04-02-2019 18:24 via businesswire.com
  Icahn Automotive Completes Acquisition of 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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• Volkswagen to use Tesla batteries (in charge stations)

  04-02-2019 18:16
  Tesla battery systems will be installed at more than 100 electric vehicle US charging stations this year, Bloomberg reported.
  
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• Mountune releases performance upgrade for the Focus RS

  04-02-2019 18:15
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-02-04 17:15
  Mountune’s latest performance kit adds more functionality to the Ford Focus RS and extracts almost 400bhpMountune has released two new performance upgrades for the Ford Focus RS called the m400R and m400X. Both tunes claim to offer large increases in performance, using the Focus RS’s standard turbocharger and a handful of bolt-on engine modifications.
  The m400R is a firmware update for the company’s old m400 tune, adding more functions such as an
  
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• 2019 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Grand Caravan 35th Anniversary Editions debut in Chicago

  04-02-2019 18:08
  
  Filed under:Chicago Auto Show,Chrysler,Dodge,Minivan/VanThe original Dodge Caravan debuted in 1984.Continue reading 2019 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Grand Caravan 35th Anniversary Editions debut in Chicago 2019 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Grand Caravan 35th Anniversary Editions debut in Chicago originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 12:08:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Jaguar XF Sportbrake 30t Prestige First Drive Review | Puts SUV appeal on ice

  04-02-2019 18:00
  
  Filed under:Jaguar,First Drives,Wagon,Luxury,PerformanceStunts aside, this wagon's charms are numerous.Continue reading 2019 Jaguar XF Sportbrake 30t Prestige First Drive Review | Puts SUV appeal on ice 2019 Jaguar XF Sportbrake 30t Prestige First Drive Review | Puts SUV appeal on ice originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 12:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW's Electrify America buys Tesla Powerpacks for EV charging stations

  04-02-2019 17:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Volkswagen,ElectricThe devices will let drivers avoid high-demand rates.Continue reading VW's Electrify America buys Tesla Powerpacks for EV charging stations VW's Electrify America buys Tesla Powerpacks for EV charging stations originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 11:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mahle process allows steel pistons in passenger car diesels

  04-02-2019 17:32
  A new production process from Mahle with maximum design freedom for the piston gallery permits the way for the use of steel pistons in powerful passenger car diesel engines. The special laser welding process that is used allows for a kidney-shaped cross section of the piston gallery.
  
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• Wabco inks US$230m car air suspension deal

  04-02-2019 17:15
  Wabco Holdings has signed a long-term agreement to develop and supply air suspension for "one of the world's largest manufacturers of premium passenger cars based in Europe".
  
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• 2019 Chevy Blazer vs Honda Passport, other midsize crossovers: How they compare

  04-02-2019 16:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Volkswagen,Electric2019 Chevy Blazer compared with 2019 Honda Passport and other two-row midsize crossovers. We examine power, space, fuel economy, pricing and more.Continue reading 2019 Chevy Blazer vs Honda Passport, other midsize crossovers: How they compare 2019 Chevy Blazer vs Honda Passport, other midsize crossovers: How they compare originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 10:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email t
  
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• Steel & Alloy opens new automotive facility equipped with Street Crane - PES MEDIA

  04-02-2019 16:20 via pesmedia.com
  Steel & Alloy opens new automotive facility equipped with Street Crane  PES MEDIASteel & Alloy, a leading UK automotive supplier has future-proofed its business with the opening of a new state-of-the-art alloy processing facility, fully equipped ...
  
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• EV propulsion revolution - Q&A with Equipmake

  04-02-2019 16:11
  UK-based electronics R&D specialist, Equipmake, has developed what it claims to be the world's most power dense electric motor for automotive, marine and aerospace applications. Using technology first applied to F1, Equipmake's founder, Ian Foley, was the man behind the F1 KERS hybrids in 2009 that were so successful for Williams. We caught up with him to learn more about the business and its technologies. The company's current projects include the Ariel Hipercar and an electric bus project.
  
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• GM threatens to sue over union's Super Bowl ad in Canada

  04-02-2019 16:10
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,UAW/Unions,GM'GM, you may have forgotten our generosity, but we'll never forget your greed.'Continue reading GM threatens to sue over union's Super Bowl ad in Canada GM threatens to sue over union's Super Bowl ad in Canada originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 10:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Porsche Carrera GT recommissioned by Porsche and made new again

  04-02-2019 15:55
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Porsche,Convertible,Performance,SupercarsBespoke touches make for one special Porsche supercar.Continue reading Porsche Carrera GT recommissioned by Porsche and made new again Porsche Carrera GT recommissioned by Porsche and made new again originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 09:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mazda engineer explains why there won't be a Mazdaspeed3

  04-02-2019 15:40
  
  Filed under:Read This,Mazda,Hatchback,PerformanceCost is the main factor, but that might be a good thing for enthusiasts.Continue reading Mazda engineer explains why there won't be a Mazdaspeed3 Mazda engineer explains why there won't be a Mazdaspeed3 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 09:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Dry Friction Materials Market Principle Insights 2019 | Details of Stakeholders, Corporate Strategies and Future Growth by 2024 - Honest Businessman

  04-02-2019 15:16 via honestbusinessman24.com
  Automotive Dry Friction Materials Market Principle Insights 2019 | Details of Stakeholders, Corporate Strategies and Future Growth by 2024  Honest BusinessmanIndustry Research Co. proficient analysis report titled “Global Automotive Dry Friction Materials Market 2019 By Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, ...
  
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• Glickenhaus SCG Baja Boot engines, prodigious overland racing specs revealed

  04-02-2019 15:15
  
  Filed under:Truck,Off-Road,Performance,RacingRace version comes with 650-hp LT4 V8 from the Chevy Corvette Z06.Continue reading Glickenhaus SCG Baja Boot engines, prodigious overland racing specs revealed Glickenhaus SCG Baja Boot engines, prodigious overland racing specs revealed originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 09:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Jerry Seinfeld sued over sale of Porsche alleged to be fake

  04-02-2019 15:00
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Porsche,ClassicsContinue reading Jerry Seinfeld sued over sale of Porsche alleged to be fake Jerry Seinfeld sued over sale of Porsche alleged to be fake originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 09:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• World’s Top 10 Plug-In EV Automotive Groups In 2018 - InsideEVs

  04-02-2019 14:39 via insideevs.com
  World’s Top 10 Plug-In EV Automotive Groups In 2018  InsideEVsHere is one more look at the plug-in electric car sales in 2018 - by automotive groups, which in the case of multi-brand manufacturers is interesting.
  
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• Automotive LED Lighting Market to surge at 9.8% CAGR and Hit US$ 10600 million - News.MarketSizeForecasters.com

  04-02-2019 14:36 via news.marketsizeforecasters.com
  Automotive LED Lighting Market to surge at 9.8% CAGR and Hit US$ 10600 million  News.MarketSizeForecasters.comMarketStudyReport.com present the report on global Automotive LED Lighting Market evaluates the growth trends of the industry through historical study and ...
  
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• Dodge Charger Widebody is rumored on its way for 2020

  04-02-2019 14:30
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Dodge,Sedan,PerformanceSupposed to be available in R/T Scat Pack and SRT Hellcat trims.Continue reading Dodge Charger Widebody is rumored on its way for 2020 Dodge Charger Widebody is rumored on its way for 2020 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 08:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Wiper Motor Market Analysis by Application and Geography with Top Industry Leaders - Honest Version

  04-02-2019 14:22 via honestversion.com
  Automotive Wiper Motor Market Analysis by Application and Geography with Top Industry Leaders  Honest VersionAutomotive industry has been witnessing rapid growth due to increasing demand for passenger cars from Brazil, India and China. Growth of automotive industry ...
  
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• Automotive Plastic Fuel Tank Market Size Global Industry Analysis, Statistics - News.MarketSizeForecasters.com

  04-02-2019 14:17 via news.marketsizeforecasters.com
  Automotive Plastic Fuel Tank Market Size Global Industry Analysis, Statistics  News.MarketSizeForecasters.comA comprehensive research study on Automotive Plastic Fuel Tank market introduced by Market Study Report provides insights into the market size and growth ...
  
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• Is Ram bringing a trick tailgate to the Chicago Auto Show?

  04-02-2019 14:16
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Chicago Auto Show,TruckTwitter jokes point to a serious reveal.Continue reading Is Ram bringing a trick tailgate to the Chicago Auto Show? Is Ram bringing a trick tailgate to the Chicago Auto Show? originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 08:16:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Group 1 Automotive (GPI) Set to Announce Earnings on Tuesday - Fairfield Current

  04-02-2019 14:07 via fairfieldcurrent.com
  Group 1 Automotive (GPI) Set to Announce Earnings on Tuesday  Fairfield CurrentGroup 1 Automotive (NYSE:GPI) will post its quarterly earnings results before the market opens on Tuesday, February 5th. Analysts expect Group 1 Automotive ...
  
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• PH Meets: Twisted Automotive - Pistonheads.com

  04-02-2019 14:05 via pistonheads.com
  PH Meets: Twisted Automotive  Pistonheads.comPH gets exclusive access to the secret location that houses Twisted's 'new' Defender collection | PistonHeads.
  
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• Continental acquires vehicle antenna manufacturer Kathrein Automotive - ETAuto.com

  04-02-2019 14:04 via auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com
  Continental acquires vehicle antenna manufacturer Kathrein Automotive  ETAuto.comContinental is incorporating all Kathrein Automotive employees and all eight locations in Brazil, China, Germany, Mexico, Portugal and the US.
  
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• Worldwide Automotive Lock Market Report 2018 by Increasing Growth Opportunity, Market Share Forecast to 2025 - Times Ohio

  04-02-2019 13:53 via timesohio.com
  Worldwide Automotive Lock Market Report 2018 by Increasing Growth Opportunity, Market Share Forecast to 2025  Times OhioAutomotive Lock market report examines the emerging trends and their impact on present and future development. Automotive Lock market report also displays ...
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover has a record January in the US

  04-02-2019 13:51
  Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover has reported record January 2019 US sales.
  
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• Porsche Cayenne review - pictures

  04-02-2019 13:45
  
  Images of the Porsche Cayenne SUV
  
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• Financial Analysis: Brilliance China Automotive (BCAUY) & SUBARU CORP/ADR (FUJHY) - Fairfield Current

  04-02-2019 13:45 via fairfieldcurrent.com
  Financial Analysis: Brilliance China Automotive (BCAUY) & SUBARU CORP/ADR (FUJHY)  Fairfield CurrentSUBARU CORP/ADR (OTCMKTS:FUJHY) and Brilliance China Automotive (OTCMKTS:BCAUY) are both auto/tires/trucks companies, but which is the superior ...
  
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• Calais/Boulogne spend EUR6m on post-Brexit infrastructure - just-auto.com

  04-02-2019 13:39 via just-auto.com
  Calais/Boulogne spend EUR6m on post-Brexit infrastructure  just-auto.comFrench ports, Calais and Boulogne are spending EUR6m (US$7m) on infrastructure preparations ahead of the UK's imminent departure from the European ...
  
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• Calais/Boulogne spend EUR6m on post-Brexit infrastructure

  04-02-2019 13:35
  French ports, Calais and Boulogne are spending EUR6m (US$7m) on infrastructure preparations ahead of the UK's imminent departure from the European Union (EU) next month.
  
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• Electric vehicles: from Tesla to the Automotive Vertical Integration dilemma - SciTech Europa

  04-02-2019 13:30 via scitecheuropa.eu
  Electric vehicles: from Tesla to the Automotive Vertical Integration dilemma  SciTech EuropaDr Peter Harrop of IDTechEx discusses electric vehicles, from the superlative motor designs of Tesla to the dilemma of automotive vertical integration.
  
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• Design victory: Kia triumphs again at the iF Awards - Automotive World

  04-02-2019 13:10 via automotiveworld.com
  Design victory: Kia triumphs again at the iF Awards  Automotive WorldKia's third consecutive iF Award hat-trick; 18 iF design awards since 2010.
  
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• Thyssenkrupp supervisory board appoints new chairwoman

  04-02-2019 13:03
  Thyssenkrupp's board has unanimously elected Martina Merz as new chairwoman of the supervisory board.
  
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• 2019 Chevrolet Blazer First Drive Review | Sporty duds, questionable value

  04-02-2019 13:01
  
  Filed under:Reviews,Chevrolet,Deep Dive,Crossover,SUVThe pricing, powertrains, pictures and features of Chevy's new midsize SUV.Continue reading 2019 Chevrolet Blazer First Drive Review | Sporty duds, questionable value 2019 Chevrolet Blazer First Drive Review | Sporty duds, questionable value originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 04 Feb 2019 07:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• DRB-Hicom agrees JV with Jiangsu Xinquan Automotive Trim

  04-02-2019 12:48
  DRB-Hicom has agreed to establish a component production joint venture in Malaysia with China's Jiangsu Xinquan Automotive Trim Co Ltd, according to local reports.
  
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• Automotive Turn Signal Lights Market 2018-19 Koito, Philips, Osram, Eiko - reportsherald.com

  04-02-2019 12:41 via reportsherald.com
  Automotive Turn Signal Lights Market 2018-19 Koito, Philips, Osram, Eiko  reportsherald.comAutomotive Turn Signal Lights Market Swot Analysis: The QYResearchStore study, titled Worldwide “Automotive Turn Signal Lights Market 2019“, presents ...
  
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• Driverless cars will increase binge drinking, study suggests

  04-02-2019 12:40
  
  Over a third of adults said they would increase their usual alcohol consumption if they had a driverless car at their disposal
  
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