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• These drones are made to save lives

  12-06-2019 23:34
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original VideoThey can zip through the skies at 62 mph.Continue reading These drones are made to save lives These drones are made to save lives originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 17:34:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Porsche's 'Second Skin' is a fun livery configurator on 'roids

  12-06-2019 22:45
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Porsche,PerformanceUse preset wraps or design something new.Continue reading Porsche's 'Second Skin' is a fun livery configurator on 'roids Porsche's 'Second Skin' is a fun livery configurator on 'roids originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 16:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lexus LC Convertible might be revealed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

  12-06-2019 22:15
  
  Filed under:Lexus,Convertible,Luxury,PerformanceThe drop-top variant will likely resemble the concept from Detroit.Continue reading Lexus LC Convertible might be revealed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed Lexus LC Convertible might be revealed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 16:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Norway hydrogen station explodes, Toyota and Hyundai halt sales

  12-06-2019 21:22
  
  Filed under:Green,Hyundai,Toyota,Alternative Fuels10 of the company's stations shut down in responseContinue reading Norway hydrogen station explodes, Toyota and Hyundai halt sales Norway hydrogen station explodes, Toyota and Hyundai halt sales originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 15:22:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• The Challenges—and Future Opportunities—of Automotive Ethernet - Electronic Design

  12-06-2019 21:08 via electronicdesign.com
  The Challenges—and Future Opportunities—of Automotive Ethernet  Electronic DesignToday's advances toward connected and autonomous cars bring challenges that must be addressed by the vehicle infrastructure. Infotainment, ADAS, sensor ...
  
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• Tesla pickup unveil coming this summer while Semi gets pushed back a year

  12-06-2019 20:47
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Weird Car News,Tesla,Crossover,Sedan,Truck,Commercial Vehicles,Electric,Future,Luxury,PerformanceOh, and Elon claims he's designed a submarine car.Continue reading Tesla pickup unveil coming this summer while Semi gets pushed back a year Tesla pickup unveil coming this summer while Semi gets pushed back a year originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 14:47:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | 
  
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• James Bond 1965 Aston Martin DB5 movie car up for auction

  12-06-2019 19:44
  
  Filed under:TV/Movies,Aston Martin,Auctions,Coupe,Classics,PerformanceThis Goldfinger movies car's original gadgetry is functionalContinue reading James Bond 1965 Aston Martin DB5 movie car up for auction James Bond 1965 Aston Martin DB5 movie car up for auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 13:44:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• TopCar's Mercedes-AMG GLE Coupe Inferno 4x4*2 gushes Jurassic Park vibes

  12-06-2019 19:01
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Mercedes-Benz,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,Off-Road,PerformanceOff-roading SUV coupes for the hatersContinue reading TopCar's Mercedes-AMG GLE Coupe Inferno 4x4*2 gushes Jurassic Park vibes TopCar's Mercedes-AMG GLE Coupe Inferno 4x4*2 gushes Jurassic Park vibes originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 13:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Rebounding from crash, Volvo and Uber show production autonomous car

  12-06-2019 18:47
  An unfortunate crash last year that killed a jay-walking pedestrian was a setback to Uber's autonomous driving programme with Volvo Cars but the ride hailer and automaker have now presented a "production vehicle ready for self-driving".
  
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• Ford opens tech centre in Israel

  12-06-2019 18:32
  Ford has opened its Israeli research centre in Tel Aviv.
  
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• We talk you through our midsize truck testing | Autoblog Podcast #584

  12-06-2019 18:03
  
  Filed under:Podcasts,Chevrolet,Ford,Jeep,Toyota,Truck,Off-Road,ComparisonTacoma, Colorado, Ranger and Gladiator duke it out on- and off-road.Continue reading We talk you through our midsize truck testing | Autoblog Podcast #584 We talk you through our midsize truck testing | Autoblog Podcast #584 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 12:03:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Inside the final scene of our midsize truck comparo

  12-06-2019 18:02
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,Ford,Jeep,Toyota,TruckOur new system worked, and we arrive at a winner.Continue reading Inside the final scene of our midsize truck comparo Inside the final scene of our midsize truck comparo originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 12:02:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Autoblog Midsize Truck Shootout | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator

  12-06-2019 18:01
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,Ford,Jeep,Toyota,Truck,ComparisonWe test four likable pickups — but one we liked just a little bit more.Continue reading Autoblog Midsize Truck Shootout | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator Autoblog Midsize Truck Shootout | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Autoblog Midsize Truck Comparo | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator

  12-06-2019 18:01
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,Ford,Jeep,Toyota,Truck,ComparisonWe test four likable pickups — but one we liked just a little bit more.Continue reading Autoblog Midsize Truck Comparo | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator Autoblog Midsize Truck Comparo | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Autoblog Midsize Truck Comparison | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator

  12-06-2019 18:01
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,Ford,Jeep,Toyota,Truck,ComparisonWe test four likable pickups — but one we liked just a little bit more.Continue reading Autoblog Midsize Truck Comparison | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator Autoblog Midsize Truck Comparison | Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, Jeep Gladiator originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 12:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Uber drones will swoop down with your McDonald's order in San Diego

  12-06-2019 17:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Weird Car News,Volvo,Emerging Technologies,AutonomousDrone to driver to customer — sounds like a complicated way to eat a Big Mac.Continue reading Uber drones will swoop down with your McDonald's order in San Diego Uber drones will swoop down with your McDonald's order in San Diego originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 11:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Uber delivers food by drone in San Diego, also launches new self-driving SUV

  12-06-2019 17:15
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Green,Weird Car News,Volvo,Emerging Technologies,AutonomousDrone to driver to customer — sounds complicated for a McDonald's run.Continue reading Uber delivers food by drone in San Diego, also launches new self-driving SUV Uber delivers food by drone in San Diego, also launches new self-driving SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 11:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Best cheap convertibles - pictures

  12-06-2019 17:15
  Pictures of our top cheap convertible choices
  
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• Ford recalls 1.2 million Explorers for rear suspension issue

  12-06-2019 16:55
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Ford,Truck,Off-RoadPlus, 123,000 F-150s are recalled for the same problem a second time.Continue reading Ford recalls 1.2 million Explorers for rear suspension issue Ford recalls 1.2 million Explorers for rear suspension issue originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 10:55:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This essential oil diffuser for your car is 19% off on Amazon

  12-06-2019 16:30
  
  This essential oil diffuser is a great way to keep your car humidified and smelling great. The diffuser uses a USB plug and can spray for up to 8 hours.Continue reading This essential oil diffuser for your car is 19% off on Amazon This essential oil diffuser for your car is 19% off on Amazon originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 10:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 BMW 3 Series loads up a Touring wagon

  12-06-2019 16:05
  
  Filed under:BMW,WagonYou can get it with as much as 374 horsepower — well, not you.Continue reading 2020 BMW 3 Series loads up a Touring wagon 2020 BMW 3 Series loads up a Touring wagon originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 10:05:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Appearance Chemicals Market is Expected to Register a CAGR of Nearly 5% by 2029 - Research Report Insights - PRNewswire

  12-06-2019 15:30 via prnewswire.com
  Automotive Appearance Chemicals Market is Expected to Register a CAGR of Nearly 5% by 2029 - Research Report Insights  PRNewswireVALLEY COTTAGE, New York, June 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Research Report Insights (RRI) offers comprehensive insights relating to the global automotive ...
  
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• Kia Forte5 hotted-up hatch could be coming back to U.S. market

  12-06-2019 15:25
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Kia,Hatchback,Future,PerformanceKia registers the Forte5 name, with a clue to what engine it will get.Continue reading Kia Forte5 hotted-up hatch could be coming back to U.S. market Kia Forte5 hotted-up hatch could be coming back to U.S. market originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 09:25:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Kia Cadenza shows its new face in mid-cycle refresh

  12-06-2019 15:10
  
  Filed under:Kia,Sedan,LuxuryPlenty of changes for the big, premium sedan.Continue reading 2020 Kia Cadenza shows its new face in mid-cycle refresh 2020 Kia Cadenza shows its new face in mid-cycle refresh originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 09:10:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Chinese auto sales post worst-ever monthly decline as trade war intensifies

  12-06-2019 15:00
  
  Filed under:Car BuyingSales fell 16.4% in May, the 11th consecutive month of decline.Continue reading Chinese auto sales post worst-ever monthly decline as trade war intensifies Chinese auto sales post worst-ever monthly decline as trade war intensifies originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S. House committee to hold inquiry on fuel efficiency standards freeze

  12-06-2019 14:50
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,EmissionsAutomakers don't want it, panel notes, but White House rejects their compromise.Continue reading U.S. House committee to hold inquiry on fuel efficiency standards freeze U.S. House committee to hold inquiry on fuel efficiency standards freeze originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 08:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BYD sells electric buses to Chile, Volvo a fleet to Dubai

  12-06-2019 14:42
  The Chilean minister of transportation and telecommunications, Gloria Hutt, has announced a new order for 183 pure electric buses for the Chilean capital of Santiago, due to arrive in August.
  
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• VW walks away from Aurora after self-driving startup partners with FCA

  12-06-2019 14:35
  
  Filed under:Green,Chrysler,Fiat,Ford,Volkswagen,Emerging Technologies,AutonomousVW plans to work with Ford on autonomy now.Continue reading VW walks away from Aurora after self-driving startup partners with FCA VW walks away from Aurora after self-driving startup partners with FCA originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 08:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Skoda trials car-sharing service for students

  12-06-2019 14:27
  Skoda says it is trialling Europe's first car-sharing service for Czech university students and is eyeing a sizeable opportunity in the UK.
  
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• CFDT not against Paris Renault stake drop

  12-06-2019 14:27
  Renault union, CFDT says it is "not opposed" to any move by the French government to reduce its stake in the manufacturer, should it look to formalise a merger with FCA.
  
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• Twice tested, the new Toyota Supra makes more horsepower than listed

  12-06-2019 14:20
  
  Filed under:BMW,Toyota,Coupe,PerformanceLatest dyno numbers declare 332 hp and 387 lb-ft at the wheels.Continue reading Twice tested, the new Toyota Supra makes more horsepower than listed Twice tested, the new Toyota Supra makes more horsepower than listed originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 12 Jun 2019 08:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Spireon Appoints Industry Veteran Brian Skutta President of Automotive - PRNewswire

  12-06-2019 14:05 via prnewswire.com
  Spireon Appoints Industry Veteran Brian Skutta President of Automotive  PRNewswireIRVINE, Calif., June 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Spireon, the vehicle intelligence company, today announced the unification of its vehicle finance, Buy Here Pay...
  
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• Future Hyundais to report crash injuries to emergency services

  12-06-2019 14:02
  
  Tristan Shale-Hester2019-06-12 14:19
  Hyundai is working with MDGo to create a raft of advanced safety systems for its future autonomous vehiclesHyundai’s future autonomous cars could be able to predict what injuries their occupants may have sustained in a crash and inform the emergency services within seven seconds.
  The South Korean manufacturer has teamed up with medical AI (artificial intelligence) start-up MDGo to develop a raft of advanced vehicle safety systems.
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• Volkswagen brand sales slump in May

  12-06-2019 13:34
  Volkswagen brand sales fell 5.1% year on year to 512,100 vehicles worldwide in May with the automaker calling the month's results a mixed picture.
  
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• Diesel cars could be banned from Bristol city centre

  12-06-2019 13:20
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-06-12 12:22
  Bristol City Council will discuss a proposed ‘Clean Air Plan,’ which suggests banning diesel cars the city centre to combat emissionsBristol City Council will present two potential Clean Air Zone options to the Bristol Cabinet, one of which, if implemented, would see a ban on diesel cars in Bristol city centre.
  With the aim of meeting Government-set targets for air quality, ‘Option 1’ suggests implementing an emissions charging zone for all
  
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• Chinese vehicle market plummets 16% in May

  12-06-2019 13:18
  Vehicle sales in China dropped sharply in May, with about 1.913m vehicles sold, a decline of 16.4% year on year. That marked the 11th consecutive month of decline and followed a similar rate of decline in April.
  
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• Aston Martin starts pilot production of DBX

  12-06-2019 13:18
  Aston Martin Lagonda's second UK manufacturing plant - at St Athan in Wales - has started to produce pre-production DBX models.
  
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• EC stops Tata Steel/Thyssenkrup joint venture

  12-06-2019 13:05
  European Commission (EC) authorities have blocked the creation of a joint venture by Tata Steel and ThyssenKrupp through the EU Merger Regulation.
  
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• India car market down 26% in May

  12-06-2019 12:58
  Sales of cars in India fell sharply in May according to data released by the Society of Indian Automotive Manufacturers (SIAM). The trade body said sales of passenger vehicles fell for a seventh straight month in May, the longest run of successive monthly declines since 2014.
  
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• Mercedes-Benz May global sales dip

  12-06-2019 12:54
  Mercedes-Benz sales dipped 1.3% year on year last month to 195,690 vehicles worldwide as sales the new A-Class and CLA Coupe were offset by ongoing SUV model changes.
  
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• FCA US and Aurora to develop self-driving commercial vehicles

  12-06-2019 12:53
  FCA US and Aurora announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding laying the groundwork for a powerful partnership to develop and deploy self-driving commercial vehicles.
  
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• Continental to expand Portugal tyre production facilities

  12-06-2019 12:52
  Continental is expanding production facilities in Lousado, Portugal with a US$113m investment.
  
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• Automotive Smart Antenna Market to Observe Strong Development by 2028 - Wiki Times

  12-06-2019 12:51 via wikitimes.co.uk
  Automotive Smart Antenna Market to Observe Strong Development by 2028  Wiki TimesAutomotive Smart Antenna Market: Overview. Automotive smart antenna is a signal receiving and signal transporting device through which wireless devices, ...
  
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• Baidu expands Internet of Vehicles solution partnerships

  12-06-2019 12:49
  Baidu says its Internet of Vehicles (IoV) solution, DuerOS for Apollo, has partnered with more than 60 automotive manufacturers across more than 300 car models to date.
  
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• Byton names Cadillac- and BMW-seasoned chief customer officer

  12-06-2019 12:48
  Byton, the China-based premium electric vehicle maker, announced the appointment of Andreas Schaaf as chief customer officer with immediate effect.
  
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• Harman launches new Dual-Mode V2X system to improve automotive safety - Traffic Technology Today

  12-06-2019 12:39 via traffictechnologytoday.com
  Harman launches new Dual-Mode V2X system to improve automotive safety  Traffic Technology TodayConnected technologies developer, Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd has unveiled a new Dual-Mode ...
  
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• Best coolant testers - pictures

  12-06-2019 12:30
  Pictures of the best coolant testers
  
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• The Automotive Market in Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar, Q3 2018: Regulations, Growth Indicators, and Forecast - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Business Wire

  12-06-2019 12:28 via businesswire.com
  The Automotive Market in Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar, Q3 2018: Regulations, Growth Indicators, and Forecast - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Business WireDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar Automotive Market Regulations, Growth Indicators, and Forecast, Q3 2018" report has been ...
  
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• Toyota Camry review

  12-06-2019 11:50
  
  For Very comfortableHybrid powertrainLots of standard kitOur Rating 
  3.5Against Dull to drivePoor infotainmentExecs offer better value2019
  The Toyota Camry is spacious, comfortable and efficient – a safe bet for families and fleet drivers alikeThe new Camry takes the place of the old Avensis in Toyota’s range, bringing a hybrid-only engine line-up and the associated low company car tax costs, reasonable economy and smooth, relaxed drive. Toyota’s big saloon major
  
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• ‘The UK car industry is floundering due to a lack of government support’

  12-06-2019 11:40
  
  Steve Fowler2019-06-12 11:40
  Steve Fowler thinks car bosses rather than politicians would be better suited to dealing with the struggling UK car industryBy any stretch of the imagination, it’s been a miserable week for the car business. The terrible news that Ford is likely to close its plant in Bridgend comes off the back of a year of bad news for jobs in the UK’s car industry. 
  The UK remains a great place to build cars; the level of expertise on the factory floor remains seco
  
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