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• VW's Ferdinand Piech is reported dead at 82

  26-08-2019 22:35
  
  Filed under:Porsche,VolkswagenContinue reading VW's Ferdinand Piech is reported dead at 82 VW's Ferdinand Piech is reported dead at 82 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 16:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW's Ferdinand Piech is dead at 82

  26-08-2019 22:35
  
  Filed under:Porsche,VolkswagenContinue reading VW's Ferdinand Piech is dead at 82 VW's Ferdinand Piech is dead at 82 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 16:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ferdinand Piech, architect who forged VW into giant, dies at 82

  26-08-2019 22:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  The grandson of Ferdinand Porsche, who founded the maker of the famed 911, Ferdinand Piech became VW CEO in 1993 amid losses, quality problems and high costs. Dominating and demanding, he gained a cult following by engineering a turnaround that eventually made Volkswagen a global giant with the purchase of Bentley, Bugatti and his crowning achievement -- Porsche.
  
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• Truck, SUV drivers want better fuel economy, CR survey finds

  26-08-2019 22:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  The study said 88 percent of American adults surveyed agreed automakers should improve fuel economy for all vehicle types.
  
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• Mexico-based supplier explains closure of Ontario Nemak plant

  26-08-2019 21:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  "It makes sense to take production to where they are most efficient,”  said Álvaro Fernández, general director of Alfa. Work done at the Windsor plant will move to some other plant Nemak owns, he said.
  
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• Ferdinand Piech, Creator of Volkswagen Automotive Empire, Dies - Bloomberg

  26-08-2019 21:45 via bloomberg.com
  Ferdinand Piech, Creator of Volkswagen Automotive Empire, Dies  BloombergFerdinand Piech, the Porsche family scion who built Volkswagen AG into a global powerhouse, only to exit abruptly shortly before the German carmaker skidded ...
  
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• Sony, Yamaha to launch autonomous EV made of big-screen TVs

  26-08-2019 21:31
  
  Filed under:Green,Japan,Technology,Autonomous,Electric,SpecialtyContinue reading Sony, Yamaha to launch autonomous EV made of big-screen TVs Sony, Yamaha to launch autonomous EV made of big-screen TVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 15:31:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ghosn started investment fund with Nissan partner, report says

  26-08-2019 21:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  Former Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn did not inform Nissan he started the investment business with the Nissan distributor, Suhail Bahwan Automobiles in Oman, The Wall Street Journal reported.
  
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• Trump not considering U.S. tariffs on Japanese autos 'at this moment'

  26-08-2019 20:40
  
  Filed under:Government/LegalAt a press conference during a global summit in Biarritz, France, Trump was asked if he was still considering the levies, which he can institute under U.S. trade law if his administration finds that the imports threaten national security."Not at this moment, no, not at this moment," Trump said.Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced a broad agreement on Sunday, with Tokyo making concessions on agriculture and Washington maintaining its current auto tari
  
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• 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 First Drive Review | A vroom with a view

  26-08-2019 20:01
  
  Filed under:Green,Green,Volvo,First Drives,Crossover,SUV,Hybrid,LuxuryContinue reading 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 First Drive Review | A vroom with a view 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 First Drive Review | A vroom with a view originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 14:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This self-charging mining truck is the world's largest electric vehicle

  26-08-2019 19:50
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Green,Green,Truck,Commercial Vehicles,Electric,SpecialtyContinue reading This self-charging mining truck is the world's largest electric vehicle This self-charging mining truck is the world's largest electric vehicle originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Donkervoort D8 GTO -JD70 is a birthday cake to founder Joop

  26-08-2019 19:35
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Coupe,Specialty,PerformanceContinue reading Donkervoort D8 GTO -JD70 is a birthday cake to founder Joop Donkervoort D8 GTO -JD70 is a birthday cake to founder Joop originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volvo tweaks Care by Volvo to add ease, convenience and options

  26-08-2019 19:20
  
  Filed under:Volvo,Car DealersContinue reading Volvo tweaks Care by Volvo to add ease, convenience and options Volvo tweaks Care by Volvo to add ease, convenience and options originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive industry transformation and tariffs have long-term implications for airfreight - Air Cargo World

  26-08-2019 19:14 via aircargoworld.com
  Automotive industry transformation and tariffs have long-term implications for airfreight  Air Cargo WorldThe tariff war between China and the U.S. escalated Aug. 23 when China responded to the U.S.' announced tariffs ranging from 5% to 10% on $75 billion worth ...
  
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• Bollinger's boxylicious off-roading EVs will break cover on September 26

  26-08-2019 19:00
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Green,Green,Misc. Automakers,Truck,SUV,Electric,Future,Off-RoadContinue reading Bollinger's boxylicious off-roading EVs will break cover on September 26 Bollinger's boxylicious off-roading EVs will break cover on September 26 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Trump rejects new tariffs on Japanese auto imports ‘at this moment’

  26-08-2019 18:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced an agreement in principle on a trade deal over the weekend, with Tokyo making concessions on agriculture and Washington maintaining auto tariffs at current levels.
  
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• 2019 Ford Ranger long-term introduction | A return to the smaller pickup

  26-08-2019 18:30
  
  Filed under:Ford,Long-Term Garage,New Car Reviews,Truck,Off-RoadContinue reading 2019 Ford Ranger long-term introduction | A return to the smaller pickup 2019 Ford Ranger long-term introduction | A return to the smaller pickup originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 12:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Infiniti installs Taisuke Nakamura as new design chief

  26-08-2019 17:18
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Infiniti,Nissan,Electric,FutureContinue reading Infiniti installs Taisuke Nakamura as new design chief Infiniti installs Taisuke Nakamura as new design chief originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 11:18:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• ANALYSIS - HR3 Subaru Impreza

  26-08-2019 16:28
  A Golf-sized hatchback with a standard CVT, 1.6-litre horizontally opposed petrol engine and four-wheel drive: it could only be an Impreza. The latest generation HR3 series model is an excellent car but with prices starting at more than GBP24,000, it's understandable why this Subaru is a rare vehicle in Britain.
  
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• General Motors future models - GMC

  26-08-2019 16:25
  For a long time, not even General Motors itself seemed to know just what GMC was meant to be other than an alternative to Chevrolet when it came to light trucks in North America and the Middle East. The brand has lately become more premium, more rugged and in many ways, GM's all-American answer to Jeep, albeit without the smaller vehicles.
  
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• Rtech Fabrications Ponderosa is a 20-foot-long Lucent Green giant

  26-08-2019 15:52
  
  Filed under:Truck,Diesel,Luxury,Off-Road,SpecialtyContinue reading Rtech Fabrications Ponderosa is a 20-foot-long Lucent Green giant Rtech Fabrications Ponderosa is a 20-foot-long Lucent Green giant originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 09:52:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Watch the Porsche Taycan set a very specific Nurburgring record

  26-08-2019 15:44
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Green,Green,PorscheContinue reading Watch the Porsche Taycan set a very specific Nurburgring record Watch the Porsche Taycan set a very specific Nurburgring record originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 09:44:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla to raise prices in China in response to tariffs

  26-08-2019 15:15
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Tesla,China,ElectricU.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc will raise prices in China on Friday, earlier than planned, and is considering increasing prices again in December should Chinese tariffs on U.S.-made cars take effect, people familiar with the matter said.A Tesla representative did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for comment on Monday.It currently imports all the cars it sells in China and has had to adjust prices multiple times over the pas
  
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• This digital tire pressure gauge 2-pack is only $11.48 on Amazon right now

  26-08-2019 15:03
  
  Filed under:Affiliate PostsEveryone should probably have at least one tire pressure gauge in their glove compartment. Driving on tires that are under-inflated can have a negative impact on your gas mileage and can even be dangerous. Amazon has this pack of 2 digital tire pressure gauges available now for just $11.48.Continue reading This digital tire pressure gauge 2-pack is only $11.48 on Amazon right now This digital tire pressure gauge 2-pack is only $11.48 on Amazon right now originally appe
  
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• 2020 Subaru Legacy First Drive | Deserving of more attention

  26-08-2019 15:01
  
  Filed under:Subaru,First Drives,sedanContinue reading 2020 Subaru Legacy First Drive | Deserving of more attention 2020 Subaru Legacy First Drive | Deserving of more attention originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 09:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla mulls potential factory locations in Germany

  26-08-2019 14:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  Two German states are competing to be the location for a Tesla factory to fulfill electric-car demand in Europe, which is projected to be the world's second-largest driver of EV growth.
  
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• Tesla scouting sites in Germany for possible factory

  26-08-2019 14:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Tesla,Germany,ElectricElectric carmaker Teslais scouting out locations for a possible factory in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany's most populous state, daily Rheinische Post reported on Sunday, citing people familiar with the matter.Tesla spokespeople in Europe were not immediately available for comment.Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said in a tweet in April that the company was "considering" building a factory in Germany.Continue
  
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• Automotive Labels Market – Comprehensive Industry Report Offers Forecast and Analysis on 2018-2026 - SocioHerald

  26-08-2019 14:29 via socioherald.com
  Automotive Labels Market – Comprehensive Industry Report Offers Forecast and Analysis on 2018-2026  SocioHeraldThe printed data on paper, fabric, metal plate, polymer or different material for acknowledgment, attached on an automotive component is called an automotive ...
  
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• Add 2020 Porsche 911 to list of engines with underrated output

  26-08-2019 14:29
  
  Filed under:Porsche,Coupe,Lightweight,PerformanceContinue reading Add 2020 Porsche 911 to list of engines with underrated output Add 2020 Porsche 911 to list of engines with underrated output originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 08:29:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Unrestrained pets in the car are extremely distracting to drivers

  26-08-2019 14:01
  
  Filed under:SafetyContinue reading Unrestrained pets in the car are extremely distracting to drivers Unrestrained pets in the car are extremely distracting to drivers originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 26 Aug 2019 08:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Continental could shut plants as part of restructuring

  26-08-2019 13:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  The German supplier is reviewing its powertrain and rubber divisions after a steep drop in profit due to lower auto demand in China, along with the need for big investments in technology for electric and autonomous vehicles.
  
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• Tesla to raise prices in China earlier than planned, report says

  26-08-2019 12:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  Price hikes that were originally planned for September will now take place this Friday as U.S.-China trade tensions escalate and the yuan declines, Bloomberg reported.
  
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• Ghana needs skills upgrade and free trade to make automotive tax breaks work - The Africa Report

  26-08-2019 11:34 via theafricareport.com
  Ghana needs skills upgrade and free trade to make automotive tax breaks work  The Africa ReportGhana's bid to attract foreign carmakers depends on skills development and African free trade.
  
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• Global Automotive Camshaft Market Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast Report 2019-2024 - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Business Wire

  26-08-2019 11:16 via businesswire.com
  Global Automotive Camshaft Market Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast Report 2019-2024 - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Business WireDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Automotive Camshaft Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2019-2024" report has ...
  
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• Infiniti gets new design chief in latest upheaval at brand

  26-08-2019 10:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  The Japanese stylist responsible for Infiniti's QX Inspiration and Prototype 10 concept vehicles, Taisuke Nakamura, will be the premium brand's new global design chief, following the departure of current head Karim Habib in the latest executive shuffle at the struggling marque.
  
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• EDA in Automotive Global EDA in Automotive Market Insights, Forecast to 2025 - ScoopJunction

  26-08-2019 06:35 via scoopjunction.com
  EDA in Automotive Global EDA in Automotive Market Insights, Forecast to 2025  ScoopJunctionMarket study report Titled Global EDA in Automotive Market 2019 Industry Research Report is now available at Researchunt. This one of a kind report details ...
  
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• Demand for Automotive Glass Market is projected to grow at a value CAGR of 4.0% over the forecast period - Wolf Mirror

  26-08-2019 06:15 via wolfmirror.com
  Demand for Automotive Glass Market is projected to grow at a value CAGR of 4.0% over the forecast period  Wolf MirrorGlobal Automotive Glass Market Introduction. Persistence Market Research, in its latest report titled, 'Automotive Glass Market: Global Industry Analysis ...
  
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• The computer glitch that crashed Nissan

  26-08-2019 06:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  The power went out at Nissan's Denver data center and the automaker's North American retail business was stymied for four days. Many are wondering how that's possible.
  
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