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• Focus moves off McLaren and onto the closest field in Indy 500 history

  22-05-2019 23:50
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,RacingOnly 1.8040 seconds separates the pole from the final starting driver.Continue reading Focus moves off McLaren and onto the closest field in Indy 500 history Focus moves off McLaren and onto the closest field in Indy 500 history originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 17:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Severe storms roll trailers, shred grandstand at Missouri's Lucas Oil Speedway

  22-05-2019 22:55
  
  Filed under:MotorsportsThe speedway blames a possible tornado.Continue reading Severe storms roll trailers, shred grandstand at Missouri's Lucas Oil Speedway Severe storms roll trailers, shred grandstand at Missouri's Lucas Oil Speedway originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 16:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 with a V8 and hybrid assist revealed

  22-05-2019 22:30
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryIt goes on sale later this year.Continue reading 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 with a V8 and hybrid assist revealed 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 with a V8 and hybrid assist revealed originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 16:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Autoblog has entered the merch game

  22-05-2019 22:10
  
  Filed under:Affiliate PostsT-shirts and pillows and phone cases, oh my!Continue reading Autoblog has entered the merch game Autoblog has entered the merch game originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 16:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mexico to auction Lamborghini, other seized assets to help poor

  22-05-2019 22:05
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Lamborghini,AuctionsContinue reading Mexico to auction Lamborghini, other seized assets to help poor Mexico to auction Lamborghini, other seized assets to help poor originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 16:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• India proposes electrifying motorbikes, scooters in 6-8 years

  22-05-2019 21:50
  
  Filed under:Green,Emissions,Motorcycle,ElectricIndia is one of the world's biggest two-wheeler markets, with more than 21 million sold in Q1 2019.Continue reading India proposes electrifying motorbikes, scooters in 6-8 years India proposes electrifying motorbikes, scooters in 6-8 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 15:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla Navigate on Autopilot cut off cars and violated traffic laws, says Consumer Reports

  22-05-2019 20:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Technology,Sedan,SUV,Electric,LuxuryIt's 'like monitoring a kid behind the wheel for the very first time.'Continue reading Tesla Navigate on Autopilot cut off cars and violated traffic laws, says Consumer Reports Tesla Navigate on Autopilot cut off cars and violated traffic laws, says Consumer Reports originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Motorist saved after car falls 450 feet off California cliff

  22-05-2019 20:10
  
  Filed under:SafetyAccident happened to be seen by cyclist.Continue reading Motorist saved after car falls 450 feet off California cliff Motorist saved after car falls 450 feet off California cliff originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 14:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• DyeMansion launches ColorsX series to optimize 3D prints for automotive and lifestyle sectors - 3D Printing Industry

  22-05-2019 19:31 via 3dprintingindustry.com
  DyeMansion launches ColorsX series to optimize 3D prints for automotive and lifestyle sectors  3D Printing IndustryAt RAPID + TCT, German automated post-processing provider DyeMansion has launched an extended series of coloring solutions called ColorsX for the ...
  
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• Daimler CEO Zetsche hands off to successor amid tech change

  22-05-2019 19:30
  
  Filed under:Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Mercedes-Benz,TechnologyDr. Z received prolonged applause at a shareholders meeting Wednesday.Continue reading Daimler CEO Zetsche hands off to successor amid tech change Daimler CEO Zetsche hands off to successor amid tech change originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 13:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• A Futuristic Look Into The Automotive Industry - Seeking Alpha

  22-05-2019 19:24 via seekingalpha.com
  A Futuristic Look Into The Automotive Industry  Seeking AlphaTransportation will begin to transform into a *service*-focused industry in the upcoming years. Transportation in individual cars is largely an unchanged industry.
  
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• This design-forward light-up motorcycle helmet is all about visibility and safety

  22-05-2019 19:15
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Safety,MotorcycleConcept by Joe Doucet would help prevent crashes in the first place.Continue reading This design-forward light-up motorcycle helmet is all about visibility and safety This design-forward light-up motorcycle helmet is all about visibility and safety originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 13:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM shows off 'digital vehicle platform' enabling more in-car tech and OTA updates

  22-05-2019 19:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Cadillac,Chevrolet,GMC,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Coupe,Sedan,Future,Luxury,Performance,SupercarsNext-gen electrical architecture five times more capable than GM's current electrical system.Continue reading GM shows off 'digital vehicle platform' enabling more in-car tech and OTA updatesGM shows off 'digital vehicle platform' enabling more in-car tech and OTA updatesoriginally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 13:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Per
  
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• BMW Z4 to get a manual transmission, but what about the Supra?

  22-05-2019 18:40
  
  Filed under:BMW,Toyota,Convertible,Coupe,PerformanceIt's to be standard on Europe's base four-cylinder model.Continue reading BMW Z4 to get a manual transmission, but what about the Supra? BMW Z4 to get a manual transmission, but what about the Supra? originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 12:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford and Agility Robotics unleash a disconcerting robot called Digit

  22-05-2019 18:20
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Ford,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Minivan/Van,AutonomousIt's designed to deliver packages, not haunt your dreams.Continue reading Ford and Agility Robotics unleash a disconcerting robot called Digit Ford and Agility Robotics unleash a disconcerting robot called Digit originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 12:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Yanfeng Automotive Interiors and Prisma Renewable Composites collaborate

  22-05-2019 18:16
  An automotive interiors specialist is to collaborate with a materials supplier to replace the use of petrochemicals with natural polymers.
  
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• New Audi S7 Sportback 2019 review

  22-05-2019 18:05
  
  22 May, 2019 11:00pmRichard Ingram
  Is the new diesel powered Audi S7 Sportback an improvement over its petrol-powered predecessor? We drive it to find out... If you don’t need the space and practicality offered by the latest Audi S6 then fear not, Audi has your back. With the same V6 mild-hybrid diesel, this S7 does everything its sibling does, with an added dose of Sportback style.
  Boasting an identical 344bhp and 700Nm, the Audi S7 is no faster than the S6. Despite is sleeker body and co
  
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• Automotive Company Bosch To Run Prototypes On Ethereum - ETHNews

  22-05-2019 17:57 via ethnews.com
  Automotive Company Bosch To Run Prototypes On Ethereum  ETHNewsWhile Bosch has yet to specifically note what it plans to use the Ethereum blockchain for, early materials suggest the company will test autonomous charging ...
  
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• 2019 VW GTI gets Top Safety Pick from IIHS

  22-05-2019 17:45
  
  Filed under:Volkswagen,Safety,Hatchback,PerformanceHyundai Elantra GT Sport does, too, and the Subaru WRX gets a TSP+Continue reading 2019 VW GTI gets Top Safety Pick from IIHS 2019 VW GTI gets Top Safety Pick from IIHS originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 11:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Kia prepares for India launch later this year

  22-05-2019 17:40
  Kia Motors is currently making final preparations for its launch later this year in India, a country with a domestic vehicle market of over 4.3m units last year.
  
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• 2020 Chevrolet Silverado expands 6.2-liter V8 availability to cheaper trims

  22-05-2019 17:30
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,Truck,Off-RoadChevy's truck gets a little more appealing.Continue reading 2020 Chevrolet Silverado expands 6.2-liter V8 availability to cheaper trims 2020 Chevrolet Silverado expands 6.2-liter V8 availability to cheaper trims originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 11:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Toyota will begin reproducing parts for the MkIII A70 and MkVI A80 Supra

  22-05-2019 17:05
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Toyota,Coupe,PerformanceToyota didn't specify which parts, but this is an exciting development.Continue reading Toyota will begin reproducing parts for the MkIII A70 and MkVI A80 Supra Toyota will begin reproducing parts for the MkIII A70 and MkVI A80 Supra originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 11:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New 2021 Fiat Tipo City Sport launched

  22-05-2019 17:00
  Fiat has launched a new City Sport trim-level for the recently updated Tipo. It adds a couple of cosmetic tweaks and some extra standard equipment to the Italian brand’s family hatchback. Prices start from £20,695.
  Exterior upgrades for the Fiat Tipo City Sport include new 18-inch alloy wheels, full LED headlamps and a dedicated “Sport” badge for the car’s front wings. Fiat has also swapped the standard car’s front grilles, mirror caps and door handles for glo
  
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• New Fiat Tipo Sport joins updated model range

  22-05-2019 16:57
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-05-22 16:00
  Ageing Fiat Tipo hatchback gets a sporty makeover with an updated body kit, new alloys and a revised paint schemeFiat’s cheap and cheerful Tipo line-up has been tweaked and now features a new Sport trim level, which adds a range of racy exterior styling features and a fresh paint scheme to the highly-specced S-Design model. It’s on sale now, and prices for the newcomer start from £19,255.On the outside you’ll find a fresh set of 18-inch allo
  
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• 2020 Chevy Corvette spied with reduced aero on a high-speed test track

  22-05-2019 16:50
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Chevrolet,Coupe,PerformanceThe car was photographed at one of GM's proving grounds.Continue reading 2020 Chevy Corvette spied with reduced aero on a high-speed test track 2020 Chevy Corvette spied with reduced aero on a high-speed test track originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 10:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 5 stars in Euro NCAP crash tests for 5 new cars available in U.S.

  22-05-2019 16:40
  
  Filed under:Audi,Lexus,Mazda,Toyota,Car Buying,SafetyMazda 3 gets top marks among this group.Continue reading 5 stars in Euro NCAP crash tests for 5 new cars available in U.S. 5 stars in Euro NCAP crash tests for 5 new cars available in U.S. originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 10:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• DyeMansion launches new Automotive and Neon colours at RAPID + TCT 2019 - TCT Magazine

  22-05-2019 16:36 via tctmagazine.com
  DyeMansion launches new Automotive and Neon colours at RAPID + TCT 2019  TCT MagazinePost-processing is a hot topic here at RAPID + TCT 2019 and the German outfit has launched two materials, one aimed at the automotive industry and one at the ...
  
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• 2020 BMW X5 M50i and X7 M50i get some of that 8 Series love

  22-05-2019 16:25
  
  Filed under:BMW,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,PerformanceBoth crossovers make the full-fat 530 hp and 553 lb-ft and get M Sport extras.Continue reading 2020 BMW X5 M50i and X7 M50i get some of that 8 Series love 2020 BMW X5 M50i and X7 M50i get some of that 8 Series love originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 10:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Cadillac introduces GM electronic platform

  22-05-2019 16:07
  General Motors has launched the new electronic platform it said was necessary for its next generation of vehicles, EVs, active safety, infotainment and connectivity features, and the evolution of the Super Cruise driver assistance feature.
  
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• Politics is priming the pump for higher gasoline prices

  22-05-2019 16:00
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/LegalGlobal crises have arrived just in time for the summer driving season.Continue reading Politics is priming the pump for higher gasoline prices Politics is priming the pump for higher gasoline prices originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This oil change pump is 15% off for the next 4 hours

  22-05-2019 15:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/LegalIf you're handy in the garage, you probably do your own oil changes, or have at least thought about it. With this oil change pump, you can be done with the job "before you finish your beer."Continue reading This oil change pump is 15% off for the next 4 hours This oil change pump is 15% off for the next 4 hours originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 09:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comm
  
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• New Audi S6 Avant 2019 review

  22-05-2019 15:18
  
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  Image 1 of 13 22 May, 2019 11:00pmRichard Ingram
  It's out with petrol and in with diesel as the new Audi S6 Avant boasts a 344bhp electrically assisted six-cylinder TDI unitAudi's evergreen S models are a varied bunch. Bookended by the athletic S3 and muscular V8-powered SQ7 TDI, the firm’s sporty S cars come in all shapes and sizes.
  Yet despite the industry turning its back on diesel, Audi thinks the fuel still play a part in, of all places, the performance car market. As su
  
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• Stolen RV shredded as woman leads police on chase through Los Angeles

  22-05-2019 15:14
  
  Filed under:Videos,Weird Car NewsPeople injured, dogs imperiled, cars and tree struck.Continue reading Stolen RV shredded as woman leads police on chase through Los Angeles Stolen RV shredded as woman leads police on chase through Los Angeles originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 09:14:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New James Bond inspired Aston Martin DBS Superleggera revealed

  22-05-2019 15:05
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-05-22 14:10
  New limited-run, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Bond film On Her Majesty’s Secret ServiceTo mark the 50th anniversary of the sixth James Bond movie, “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service,” Aston Martin has launched a limited edition DBS Superleggera. Inspired by the 1969 Aston Martin DBS featured in the Bond classic, the new car will be limited to just 50 units when it goes on sale at the end of 2019,
  
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• Toyota Australia will use autonomous vehicles in new warehouse

  22-05-2019 14:53
  Toyota Australia together with Toyota Material Handling Australia and Toyota Fleet Management will be introducing a fleet of autonomous autopilot vehicles in its new Altona warehouse from the start of operations in 2020.
  
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• Coming Ferrari hybrid loaded with twin-turbo V8, three e-motors, 986 hp

  22-05-2019 14:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Ferrari,Coupe,Hybrid,Luxury,Performance,SupercarsWith AWD and 50 hp more than the LaFerrari, 0-60 is a claimed 2 seconds.Continue reading Coming Ferrari hybrid loaded with twin-turbo V8, three e-motors, 986 hp Coming Ferrari hybrid loaded with twin-turbo V8, three e-motors, 986 hp originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 08:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Head-up Display (HUD) Market is Poised to Exhibit A Moderate 23.2% CAGR through 2025 - Wiki Times

  22-05-2019 14:44 via wikitimes.co.uk
  Automotive Head-up Display (HUD) Market is Poised to Exhibit A Moderate 23.2% CAGR through 2025  Wiki TimesFMI delivers key insights on the global automotive HUD market in its latest report titled 'Automotive HUD Market: Global Industry Analysis and Opportunity ...
  
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• 2020 BMW M2 CS spied at the Nurburgring

  22-05-2019 14:30
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,BMWCurrently available information says the M2 CS should get as much as 455 horsepower from its 3.0-liter twin-turbo straight six.Continue reading 2020 BMW M2 CS spied at the Nurburgring 2020 BMW M2 CS spied at the Nurburgring originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 08:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Councils should be able to issue fines for traffic offences, say MPs

  22-05-2019 14:26
  
  Tristan Shale-Hester2019-05-22 13:56
  Transport Committee says police are too stretched to enforce moving traffic offences, so councils should be allowed to do so insteadCouncils should be given the power to issue motorists with fines for traffic offices as police are too thinly stretched to do so, MPs have said.
  A new report from the Transport Committee says that budget cuts, as well as priority changes, mean police forces no longer have the resources to effectively enforce moving traffic violat
  
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• Say hello to the ​​​​​​​Aston Martin 'On Her Majesty’s Secret Service' DBS Superleggera

  22-05-2019 14:15
  
  Filed under:TV/Movies,Aston Martin,Coupe,Luxury,Performance,SpecialtyCelebrating the 50th anniversary of the Bond film with a gorgeous set of wheels.Continue reading Say hello to the ​​​​​​​Aston Martin 'On Her Majesty’s Secret Service' DBS Superleggera Say hello to the ​​​​​​​Aston Martin 'On Her Majesty’s Secret Service' DBS Superleggera originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 08:15:00 E
  
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• 'Google can change how cars are sold forever'

  22-05-2019 13:55
  
  Mike Rutherford2019-05-27 16:00
  Google should lend it's modern retailing expertise to car manufacturers rather than building its own car, says Mike RutherfordThe prospect of a ‘Google car’ leaves me lukewarm because such a vehicle is swamped by hype, confusion and gross uncertainty. Like most future vehicles from tech firms with zero automotive experience, there are too many question marks and too few certainties. But the sooner Google becomes directly involved in the retailing of ne
  
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• Self-driving trucks begin mail delivery test for U.S. Postal Service

  22-05-2019 13:45
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Truck,Autonomous,Commercial VehiclesTrucks making five trips through Arizona, New Mexico and TexasContinue reading Self-driving trucks begin mail delivery test for U.S. Postal Service Self-driving trucks begin mail delivery test for U.S. Postal Service originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2019 07:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Study finds EVs appeal to only half of UK car buyers

  22-05-2019 12:55
  A new study has found that only half of British car buyers would choose an electrified car.
  
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• Leoni appoints new chief financial officer

  22-05-2019 12:48
  Leoni has appointed Ingrid Jägering as CFO, joining the board alongside CEO, Aldo Kamper, Bruno Fankhauser and Martin Stüttem.
  
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• Koito and Blickfeld to research Lidar integrated headlamps

  22-05-2019 12:47
  Koito and Blickfeld are to explore technologies for the development of Lidar which can be fully integrated into headlamps.
  
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• Gillig and Cummins unveil electric bus

  22-05-2019 12:45
  Gillig says its zero-emission battery electric bus, powered by Cummins, is now available.
  
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• Foresight completes QuadSight trials for French OEMs and suppliers

  22-05-2019 12:44
  Foresight Autonomous has completed a series of demonstrations of its QuadSight vision system in France for four unnamed vehicle manufacturers and Tier One suppliers.
  
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• Daimler stresses need for cost control

  22-05-2019 12:43
  Daimler has reaffirmed its financial targets for this year and stressed the need for cost management at its annual shareholders' meeting in Berlin today. Outgoing CEO Dieter Zetsche stressed that 'everything is under scrutiny' to get costs down after what has been a 'moderate' start to the year.
  
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• Constellium supplies PSA bonnet aluminium

  22-05-2019 12:42
  Constellium is to supply aluminium auto body sheet for the bonnet of PSA's Peugeot Partner and Citroen Berlingo Van.
  
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• Classic Fiats: taking a look through the history books at FCA's Heritage Hub

  22-05-2019 12:13
  
  Tristan Shale-Hester2019-05-25 17:00
  We take a look at some stunning classic Fiats and other Italian treasures as we delve deep inside FCA's new Heritage HubWhen a car maker has a history stretching back over the course of decades, it can be justifiably proud of its heritage. And when a firm can trace its roots back more than a century, that’s clearly a cause for celebration. 
  Some companies mark their long histories by recreating classic models. Aston Martin and Jaguar Land Rover hav
  
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