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• 2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition debuts as the most expensive Pilot yet

  29-07-2019 23:23
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Honda,Crossover,SUVContinue reading 2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition debuts as the most expensive Pilot yet 2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition debuts as the most expensive Pilot yet originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 17:23:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• McLaren Automotive future models

  29-07-2019 23:01
  McLaren Automotive promises eighteen fresh cars by the end of 2025, the fourth of which is due to go into production within months. Eight years on from the arrival of the MP4-12C, this plucky English supercar maker should sell in excess of 4,000 vehicles for the second year in succession. A stated goal of 6,000 a year by mid-decade may soon be not quite ambitious enough.
  
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• Sonic names 2 new directors, expands board to 10

  29-07-2019 22:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  Sonic Automotive no longer has a majority independent board following the election of two new directors.
  
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• Hyundai Canada probing case of Kona EV fire, explosion

  29-07-2019 22:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  A Montreal resident told the CBC he initially saw smoke coming from his garage, moments before an explosion rocked his home, blowing the garage door off its track and across the street.
  
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• The 2020 Chevy Corvette was a hit in its first big public showing

  29-07-2019 22:19
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Chevrolet,Coupe,Performance,SupercarsContinue reading The 2020 Chevy Corvette was a hit in its first big public showing The 2020 Chevy Corvette was a hit in its first big public showing originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 16:19:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S. sales may fall for 7th straight month

  29-07-2019 21:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  Projections for the seasonally adjusted, annualized selling rate in July range from 16.5 million to 16.7 million. Experts are split on whether an extra selling day will boost sales ahead of last year's level.
  
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• Arson ruled out in UAW fire; unclear when union leaders, employees can return

  29-07-2019 21:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  A union spokesman said it's "too early to determine" when employees will return to work at the UAW Solidarity House in Detroit in the wake of the July 13 fire.
  
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• 2022 BMW Urban X could slot below the X1 as an entry-level crossover

  29-07-2019 21:22
  
  Filed under:Auto News,BMW,CrossoverContinue reading 2022 BMW Urban X could slot below the X1 as an entry-level crossover 2022 BMW Urban X could slot below the X1 as an entry-level crossover originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 15:22:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lyft COO Jon McNeill to depart, report says

  29-07-2019 21:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  The ride-hailing company, which is run by two founders, has struggled to keep lieutenants in the chief operating officer role. 
  
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• Honda Civic Type R TCR First Drive Review | More thrills per mile than a Lamborghini

  29-07-2019 21:04
  
  Filed under:Honda,First Drives,Hatchback,Racing,Specialty,PerformanceContinue reading Honda Civic Type R TCR First Drive Review | More thrills per mile than a Lamborghini Honda Civic Type R TCR First Drive Review | More thrills per mile than a Lamborghini originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 15:04:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S. auto sales seen slipping in July - J.D. Power, LMC Automotive - Reuters UK

  29-07-2019 20:33 via uk.reuters.com
  U.S. auto sales seen slipping in July - J.D. Power, LMC Automotive  Reuters UKU.S. auto sales are expected to drop 1.8% in July from a year earlier, as higher prices continue to keep buyers away, according to industry consultants J.D. ...
  
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• 2021 Toyota Sienna caught testing in Death Valley

  29-07-2019 20:06
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Toyota,Minivan/VanContinue reading 2021 Toyota Sienna caught testing in Death Valley 2021 Toyota Sienna caught testing in Death Valley originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 14:06:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ibeo Automotive Systems establishes a US subsidiary

  29-07-2019 19:11
  Ibeo Automotive Systems, a LiDAR sensor specialist from Hamburg, has established a wholly owned subsidiary in the United States: Ibeo Automotive USA in Detroit.
  
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• Lithium industry buildup is outracing the EV boom

  29-07-2019 18:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  Prices for lithium, a key raw material in rechargeable batteries, have plunged as miners prepare to meet future demand and EV sales growth in China has slowed.
  
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• Volkswagen's excellent 6-year/72,000-mile warranty is ending

  29-07-2019 18:39
  
  Filed under:Volkswagen,Car Buying,Auto Repair,Maintenance,OwnershipContinue reading Volkswagen's excellent 6-year/72,000-mile warranty is ending Volkswagen's excellent 6-year/72,000-mile warranty is ending originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 12:39:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New tech allows electricity to be generated from tyres

  29-07-2019 18:34
  
  Tristan Shale-Hester2019-07-29 17:42
  New technology could allow tyres to be used to generate electricity to power tyre pressure monitoring systemsA new technology is being developed which could see tyres generate electricity to be used to power tyre pressure monitoring systems.
  Sumitomo Rubber Industries – the parent company of Falken – is working with Professor Hiroshi Tani from Kansai University in the city of Suita, Osaka to develop the Energy Harvester, a system that takes advant
  
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• Porsche's electric Taycan on track to zoom past 911

  29-07-2019 18:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  Porsche has already amassed deposits for nearly 30,000 Taycans, and the early haul supports plans to lift annual production of the brand’s first all-electric model to 40,000 vehicles, said analyst Arndt Ellinghorst.
  
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• New chapter in politics parallels new chapter in UK automotive manufacturing - Tyrepress.com

  29-07-2019 17:58 via tyrepress.com
  New chapter in politics parallels new chapter in UK automotive manufacturing  Tyrepress.comBoris Johnson is optimistic about the UK's future, but what about UK automotive manufacturing and its suppliers? Photo: Foreign and Commonwealth Office [CC ...
  
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• Exclusive: number of breakdowns reaches five-year high

  29-07-2019 17:32
  
  Hugo Griffiths2019-07-29 16:40
  Highways England records 224,225 breakdowns in 2018/19 financial year - up a fifth in two years; rise comes as average age of cars increasesThe number of vehicles breaking down on the UK’s motorway and major-road network reached a five-year high in the previous financial year, with Highways England recording 224,225 breakdowns in 2018/19, up from 189,256 in 2014/15. 
  Breakdowns were up a fifth in the last two years and increased 14.8 per cent in 2018/19
  
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• 2020 Audi A1 CityCarver is a city car that thinks it's an SUV

  29-07-2019 17:14
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Audi,CrossoverContinue reading 2020 Audi A1 CityCarver is a city car that thinks it's an SUV 2020 Audi A1 CityCarver is a city car that thinks it's an SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 11:14:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Audi S5 Cabriolet facelift spotted testing

  29-07-2019 16:10
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-07-29 15:11
  A facelifted version of the Audi S5 Cabriolet has been caught on camera during its road assessmentThis is our first look at the facelifted Audi S5 Cabriolet. Like Audi’s forthcoming S5 Sportback facelift, it’s set to feature a range of styling tweaks, an updated infotainment system and a mild-hybrid diesel V6 engine. We expect the facelifted S5 Cabriolet will make its debut at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, before going on sale in 2020.
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• Alvis Car Company announces new continuation models

  29-07-2019 16:00
  
  Filed under:Misc. Automakers,Europe,Japan,UK,Coupe,Luxury,Specialty,Classics,sedanContinue reading Alvis Car Company announces new continuation models Alvis Car Company announces new continuation models originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive Sound Deadening Material Market 2019 Opportunities and Strategies – Global Forecast | 3M, Tuopu, Zhuzhou Times, Henkel - Market Research Journalist

  29-07-2019 15:58 via marketresearchjournalist.com
  Automotive Sound Deadening Material Market 2019 Opportunities and Strategies – Global Forecast | 3M, Tuopu, Zhuzhou Times, Henkel  Market Research JournalistGlobal Automotive Sound Deadening Material Market 2019 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2025 Automotive Sound Deadening ...
  
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• Traton boosts H1 profit

  29-07-2019 15:45
  Traton Group boosted first half operating profit by EUR212m year on year to EUR1bn.
  
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• Porsche imports Austrian to manage its Romania business

  29-07-2019 15:45
  Porsche Holding named Austrian Elmar Geisler as the general manager of Porsche Romania.
  
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• Tesla will add Netflix and YouTube streaming to its cars

  29-07-2019 15:40
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Tesla,Technology,Crossover,Electric,sedanContinue reading Tesla will add Netflix and YouTube streaming to its cars Tesla will add Netflix and YouTube streaming to its cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 09:40:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Silicon Labs Enhances Popular Si479xx Automotive Tuner Family with Software-Defined Radio Technology - PRNewswire

  29-07-2019 15:37 via prnewswire.com
  Silicon Labs Enhances Popular Si479xx Automotive Tuner Family with Software-Defined Radio Technology  PRNewswireAUSTIN, Texas, July 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB), a leading provider of automotive radio solutions, has introduced new hybrid...
  
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• Edge computing set for strong growth in automotive industry - AutomotiveIT International

  29-07-2019 15:35 via automotiveit.com
  Edge computing set for strong growth in automotive industry  AutomotiveIT InternationalWhether in manufacturing operations or in the vehicles themselves, edge computing is conquering the IT infrastructure at every car company. Providers have ...
  
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• Volkswagen ID. Crozz spied testing with its production body for the first time

  29-07-2019 15:20
  
  Filed under:Green,Spy Photos,Volkswagen,Crossover,ElectricContinue reading Volkswagen ID. Crozz spied testing with its production body for the first time Volkswagen ID. Crozz spied testing with its production body for the first time originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 09:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Subaru Outback First Drive Review | The big payoff

  29-07-2019 15:00
  
  Filed under:Subaru,First Drives,Crossover,WagonContinue reading 2020 Subaru Outback First Drive Review | The big payoff 2020 Subaru Outback First Drive Review | The big payoff originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Cadillac XT6 Sport First Drive Review | An unexpectedly strong performer

  29-07-2019 15:00
  
  Filed under:Cadillac,First Drives,Crossover,LuxuryContinue reading 2020 Cadillac XT6 Sport First Drive Review | An unexpectedly strong performer 2020 Cadillac XT6 Sport First Drive Review | An unexpectedly strong performer originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 09:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Electra Meccanica Engages Top-Tier Automotive Public Relations Firm, jmpr - GlobeNewswire

  29-07-2019 14:31 via globenewswire.com
  Electra Meccanica Engages Top-Tier Automotive Public Relations Firm, jmpr  GlobeNewswireDesigner and Manufacturer of Electric Vehicles selects jmpr to Support Global Launch of All-Electric, Single Passenger SOLO EV.
  
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• Honda patent filing could show production Sports EV concept

  29-07-2019 14:30
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Government/Legal,Green,Coupe,Electric,Future,PerformanceContinue reading Honda patent filing could show production Sports EV concept Honda patent filing could show production Sports EV concept originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 08:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive supplier to JLR will create 400 new jobs in Solihull - PES Media

  29-07-2019 14:29 via pesmedia.com
  Automotive supplier to JLR will create 400 new jobs in Solihull  PES MediaGlobal automotive supplier, International Automotive Components Group (IAC), has signed an agreement to lease a new facility in Solihull.
  
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• Mitsubishi to produce PHEVs in Thailand in fiscal 2020/21

  29-07-2019 14:23
  Mitsubishi Motors confirmed plans to begin production of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in Thailand in the next fiscal year ending in March 2021, according to local reports.
  
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• Hyundai expands its AI operations in South Korea, US

  29-07-2019 14:23
  Hyundai Motor Group announced plans to establish a new R&D operation in California's Silicon Valley this year dedicated exclusively to the development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
  
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• Netflix' 'Hyperdrive' mixes the 'Race of Champions' with 'Fast and Furious'

  29-07-2019 14:12
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,TV/Movies,RacingContinue reading Netflix' 'Hyperdrive' mixes the 'Race of Champions' with 'Fast and Furious' Netflix' 'Hyperdrive' mixes the 'Race of Champions' with 'Fast and Furious' originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Jul 2019 08:12:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Moody's changes BAIC outlook to negative

  29-07-2019 13:49
  Moody's Investors Service has affirmed the Baa2 issuer rating of Beijing Automotive Group and the Baa2 senior unsecured rating on the bonds issued by BAIC Inalfa HK Investment and guaranteed by BAIC Group.
  
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• FCA's Manley steps on accelerator as global auto market stalls

  29-07-2019 13:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  FCA CEO Mike Manley is trying to keep the automaker on track in North America, which generates most of FCA’s profits, while rebooting the company’s money-losing business in Europe and China. He also has billions of dollars of catching up to do on EVs and AVs.
  
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• Tesla cars may stream Netflix, YouTube when idle, Musk tweets

  29-07-2019 13:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla owners will be able to stream while the car is moving once regulators approve full self-driving, Elon Musk said in a second tweet.
  
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• Best and worst places in the UK to drive a van

  29-07-2019 12:45
  
  Tristan Shale-Hester2019-07-29 12:15
  Insurance data reveals North-West London has highest accident rate for vans, while Greater London as a whole is the worst for theftsThe best and worst places to drive a van, based on the likelihood of accidents and thefts around the UK, have been revealed. Admiral compiled the list, with North-West London named as the area you're most likely to have an accident.
  In fact, the top 10 list of the worst places is made up almost entirely of regions in Greater
  
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• Brembo supplies brakes for 2020 Corvette Stingray

  29-07-2019 12:40
  Brembo is to supply brakes for the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray.
  
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• Tesla’s days of splashy hires give way to internal promotions

  29-07-2019 12:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tesla’s pivot to promoting from within could be a natural progression for a 16-year-old company that’s prioritized talent development as it’s matured. It’s also possible Elon Musk is having a harder time recruiting.
  
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• PSA announces global leadership changes

  29-07-2019 12:33
  PSA has appointed Jean-Christophe Quemard, member of the global executive committee, as EVP, Quality.
  
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• Grammer completes first phase of new Ursensollen HQ

  29-07-2019 12:32
  Grammer has held a topping-out ceremony marking the completion of the building shell in the first construction phase for its new corporate headquarters in Ursensollen.
  
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• New entry-level Porsche 911 Carrera launched

  29-07-2019 12:31
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-07-29 23:01
  The new Porsche 911 Carrera boasts 380bhp - 64bhp less than the Carrera S - and will start from just over £83k The Porsche 911 range has grown, with the arrival of the entry-level Carrera, which is available now in both coupé and Cabriolet form. 
  Prices for the new base 911 start from £83,793 and £92,438 for the hard and soft-top respectively, which is around £10,000 less than the Carrera S. You can order one now and expect deliv
  
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• New entry-level Porsche 911 Carerra launched

  29-07-2019 12:31
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-07-29 23:01
  The new Porsche 911 Carrera boasts 380bhp - 64bhp less than the Carrera S - and will start from just over £83k The Porsche 911 range has grown, with the arrival of the entry-level Carrera, which is available now in both coupé and Cabriolet form. 
  Prices for the new base 911 start from £83,793 and £92,438 for the hard and soft-top respectively, which is around £10,000 less than the Carrera S. You can order one now and expect deliv
  
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• Global Automotive Adjustable Steering System Market 2019-2023 | Growing Popularity of Steering Column as an Advanced Safety System to Boost Growth | Technavio - Business Wire

  29-07-2019 12:00 via businesswire.com
  Global Automotive Adjustable Steering System Market 2019-2023 | Growing Popularity of Steering Column as an Advanced Safety System to Boost Growth | Technavio  Business WireThe global automotive adjustable steering system market is expected to post a CAGR of over 5% during 2019-2023, according to Technavio.
  
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• COMMENT: Automotive industry well on its way to solving autonomous perception - Automotive World

  29-07-2019 11:35 via automotiveworld.com
  COMMENT: Automotive industry well on its way to solving autonomous perception  Automotive WorldWhile current AV positioning technologies are far from perfect, the progress made by the industry so far is nothing to be sniffed at. By Jack Hunsley.
  
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• Renault appoints Joao Leandro as RCI Bank CEO

  29-07-2019 11:33
  Renault has appointed João Miguel Leandro as CEO of RCI Bank and Services, effective 1 September, succeeding Bruno Kintzinger, who is retiring.
  
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