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• Pro thieves in San Francisco steal 180-pound Toyota Prius battery pack

  27-08-2019 23:20
  
  Filed under:Green,Read This,Weird Car News,Toyota,HybridContinue reading Pro thieves in San Francisco steal 180-pound Toyota Prius battery pack Pro thieves in San Francisco steal 180-pound Toyota Prius battery pack originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 17:20:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This 93-car Iowa auction is like a Big 3 classic muscle museum

  27-08-2019 22:33
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Chevrolet,Dodge,Ford,Pontiac,AuctionsContinue reading This 93-car Iowa auction is like a Big 3 classic muscle museum This 93-car Iowa auction is like a Big 3 classic muscle museum originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 16:33:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty First Drive Review | King of the haul

  27-08-2019 20:30
  
  Filed under:GMC,First Drives,Truck,Off-RoadContinue reading 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty First Drive Review | King of the haul 2020 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty First Drive Review | King of the haul originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 14:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Man reports pickup stolen — while cops say he was committing his own crime

  27-08-2019 19:43
  
  Filed under:Weird Car News,ChevroletContinue reading Man reports pickup stolen — while cops say he was committing his own crime Man reports pickup stolen — while cops say he was committing his own crime originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 13:43:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Burglar's getaway truck gets burgled while he's burgling

  27-08-2019 19:43
  
  Filed under:Weird Car News,ChevroletContinue reading Burglar's getaway truck gets burgled while he's burgling Burglar's getaway truck gets burgled while he's burgling originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 13:43:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Piech praised as the man who 'shaped the automotive industry like no other' - Automotive News Europe

  27-08-2019 19:08 via europe.autonews.com
  Piech praised as the man who 'shaped the automotive industry like no other'  Automotive News EuropePeers, colleagues and politicians have been reacting to the death of Ferdinand Piech, who not only shaped VW Group but also influenced the entire automotive ...
  
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• Next-generation Hyundai Tucson shows a little more grille

  27-08-2019 18:45
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Hyundai,CrossoverContinue reading Next-generation Hyundai Tucson shows a little more grille Next-generation Hyundai Tucson shows a little more grille originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:45:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Aurus opens orders for the civilian version of Vladimir Putin's limousine

  27-08-2019 18:31
  
  Filed under:Auto NewsContinue reading Aurus opens orders for the civilian version of Vladimir Putin's limousine Aurus opens orders for the civilian version of Vladimir Putin's limousine originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:31:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BENTELER Reinforces Focus on Automotive Business and Divests Its Distribution Business - PR Newswire UK

  27-08-2019 18:04 via prnewswire.co.uk
  BENTELER Reinforces Focus on Automotive Business and Divests Its Distribution Business  PR Newswire UKBENTELER takes strategic decision to increase its focus more on its core automotive business which accounts for approximately 80 percent of the Group's...
  
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• BENTELER Reinforces Focus on Automotive Business and Divests Its Distribution Business content= - PR Newswire UK

  27-08-2019 18:04 via prnewswire.co.uk
  BENTELER Reinforces Focus on Automotive Business and Divests Its Distribution Business content=  PR Newswire UKBENTELER takes strategic decision to increase its focus more on its core automotive business which accounts for approximately 80 percent of the Group's...
  
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• How a rented Hyundai Kona is better than every BMW

  27-08-2019 18:03
  
  Filed under:BMW,TechnologyContinue reading How a rented Hyundai Kona is better than every BMW How a rented Hyundai Kona is better than every BMW originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:03:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lincoln again asking dealers to move out from under Ford's roof

  27-08-2019 17:35
  
  Filed under:Auto News,LincolnContinue reading Lincoln again asking dealers to move out from under Ford's roof Lincoln again asking dealers to move out from under Ford's roof originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 11:35:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Hyundai's folding electric scooter mounts to its vehicles

  27-08-2019 17:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Hyundai,Transportation Alternatives,ElectricContinue reading Hyundai's folding electric scooter mounts to its vehicles Hyundai's folding electric scooter mounts to its vehicles originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 11:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Car underseal: what is it and is it worth doing?

  27-08-2019 17:00
  
  Here are our top tips to protect your motor from rust with car underseal
  
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• Global and China Automotive Radiator Markets 2019-2023: Global Auto Parts Market Promotes the Export of China-Made Automotive Radiators - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Yahoo Finance

  27-08-2019 16:44 via finance.yahoo.com
  Global and China Automotive Radiator Markets 2019-2023: Global Auto Parts Market Promotes the Export of China-Made Automotive Radiators - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Yahoo FinanceThe "Research Report on Global and China's Automotive Radiator Industries, 2019-2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  
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• Global and China Automotive Radiator Markets 2019-2023: Global Auto Parts Market Promotes the Export of China-Made Automotive Radiators - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Business Wire

  27-08-2019 16:44 via businesswire.com
  Global and China Automotive Radiator Markets 2019-2023: Global Auto Parts Market Promotes the Export of China-Made Automotive Radiators - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Business WireDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Research Report on Global and China's Automotive Radiator Industries, 2019-2023" report has been added to ...
  
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• Hold all the phones: That future 800-hp C8 Corvette could be the ZR1, not Z06

  27-08-2019 16:27
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Chevrolet,Coupe,Future,Luxury,Performance,SupercarsContinue reading Hold all the phones: That future 800-hp C8 Corvette could be the ZR1, not Z06 Hold all the phones: That future 800-hp C8 Corvette could be the ZR1, not Z06 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 10:27:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Artificial intelligence to prevent traffic jams months in advance

  27-08-2019 16:22
  
  Tristan Shale-Hester2019-08-27 15:24
  The Department for Transport plans to give technology firms access to traffic data to allow them to help prevent future congestionArtificial intelligence (AI) could be used to prevent traffic jams months in advance, thanks to new Government plans.
  A review of Traffic Regulation Orders – a legal tool that allows authorities to close roads for temporary roadworks and/or make permanent changes to the road – is taking place, after which the Department
  
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• Global Metal Forming Market for Automotive Industry - Yahoo Finance

  27-08-2019 16:15 via finance.yahoo.com
  Global Metal Forming Market for Automotive Industry  Yahoo FinanceNEW YORK , Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Metal Forming Market for Automotive market worldwide is projected to grow by US$47 . Read the full report: ...
  
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• BMW X5 Protection VR6 puts lots of armor between good guys and bad

  27-08-2019 16:00
  
  Filed under:BMW,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,SpecialtyContinue reading BMW X5 Protection VR6 puts lots of armor between good guys and bad BMW X5 Protection VR6 puts lots of armor between good guys and bad originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This portable car battery jump starter is only $54.99 on Amazon

  27-08-2019 15:41
  
  Filed under:Affiliate PostsThere's no worse feeling than getting into your car, turning the key, and immediately realizing that you left your headlights on all night. We've all been there. Luckily, with just a little help from a portable jump starter, you'll never have to rely on the fleeting kindness of your neighbors for a Continue reading This portable car battery jump starter is only $54.99 on Amazon This portable car battery jump starter is only $54.99 on Amazon originally appeared on Autob
  
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• Indonesia vehicle market decline continued in July

  27-08-2019 15:37
  Indonesia's new vehicle market resumed its recent decline in July, with sales falling by over 17% to 89,110 units from 107,431 units a year earlier, according to wholesale data compiled by industry association Gaikindo.
  
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• Suzuki Celerio and Baleno dropped from UK market

  27-08-2019 15:33
  
  James Brodie2019-08-27 14:30
  Line-up reshuffle at Suzuki sees brand’s cheapest two models axed from UK showroomsSuzuki has confirmed that two models have been dropped from its UK line-up: the Celerio city car and the Baleno supermini are no longer for sale in dealers. 
  According to an official statement, the brand is “refocusing its model range to cater for the high popularity of its best-selling UK models, which are Ignis, Swift, S-Cross and Vitara. This has resulted in sales o
  
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• EV drivers in Germany willing to accept slow overnight charging

  27-08-2019 15:30
  
  Filed under:Green,Germany,ElectricAutomakers around the world are pushing hard for new networks that can charge electric cars fast.In Europe, some power companies and grid operators are testing whether it might be smarter and cheaper to move into the slow lane.A 15-month study of electric car charging behaviour in Germany has concluded that consumers can be persuaded to accept slow, overnight recharging that could help avoid brownouts from surges in electricity demand or costly upgrades to power
  
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• Even Pagani is considering an SUV

  27-08-2019 15:15
  
  Filed under:Pagani,Coupe,SUV,Future,Luxury,Specialty,Performance,SupercarsContinue reading Even Pagani is considering an SUV Even Pagani is considering an SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 09:15:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nio to cut 1,200 jobs as sales weaken

  27-08-2019 15:01
  Chinese start-up Nio Inc plans to cut more job cuts as the electric carmaker continues to struggle with low demand, according to local reports.
  
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• Ford and Zotye 'reviewing EV partnership'

  27-08-2019 14:56
  Ford and China's Zotye are reviewing their collaboration agreement after almost two years of little progress, according to reports in China citing people close to one of the companies.
  
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• Denso joins MOBI consortium to advance automotive use of blockchain - Traffic Technology Today

  27-08-2019 14:56 via traffictechnologytoday.com
  Denso joins MOBI consortium to advance automotive use of blockchain  Traffic Technology TodayAutomotive Tier 1 supplier Denso has joined the Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative (MOBI), the global consortium of businesses and organizations dedicated to ...
  
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• China to hike tariffs on US car imports in December

  27-08-2019 14:50
  The trade war between the USA and China has continued to escalate after the Chinese government confirmed it will impose new tariffs on US$75bn worth of US goods and resume duties on US-made automotive products.
  
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• 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 gets price hike, starts at $37,645

  27-08-2019 14:47
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,Car Buying,Luxury,sedanContinue reading 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 gets price hike, starts at $37,645 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 gets price hike, starts at $37,645 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 08:47:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Land Rover Defender spotted naked on James Bond set

  27-08-2019 14:22
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,TV/Movies,Land Rover,SUV,Future,Off-RoadContinue reading 2020 Land Rover Defender spotted naked on James Bond set 2020 Land Rover Defender spotted naked on James Bond set originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Aug 2019 08:22:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• David Brown Automotive teases new limited edition Mini Remastered

  27-08-2019 14:13
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-08-27 13:00
  The British coachbuilder has built a limited edition version of circa £90,000 Mini Remastered for Mini’s 60th anniversaryDavid Brown Automotive has teased a highly tuned, limited edition version of the Mini Remastered, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the original Sir Alec Issigonis designed BMC Mini. 
  The special edition model will be unveiled at next month’s Goodwood Revival, before going on sale in a limited production run of 60 units.
  
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• David Brown Automotive unveils Mini Remastered Oselli Edition

  27-08-2019 14:00
  David Brown Automotive has launched a new limited-run, high-performance version of its Mini Remastered resto-mod, called the Mini Remastered Oselli Editon.
  Built in collaboration with tuning specialist Oselli - which has prepared classic Minis and MGs for competition use since the 1960s -production will be limited to just 60 units, in honour of the Mini’s recent 60th anniversary celebration. It won’t come cheap, though, with prices starting from around £98,000.SEE MORE David Br
  
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• David Brown Automotive teases new limited edition Mini Remastered - AutoExpress

  27-08-2019 14:00 via autoexpress.co.uk
  David Brown Automotive teases new limited edition Mini Remastered  AutoExpressThe British coachbuilder has built a limited edition version of circa £90000 Mini Remastered for Mini's 60th anniversary.
  
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• Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do?

  27-08-2019 13:30
  
  If your wheel bearings are noisy they could be worn out. Here’s all you need to know about them
  
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• FC Barcelona name Cupra as new automotive partner - SportsPro Media

  27-08-2019 13:27 via sportspromedia.com
  FC Barcelona name Cupra as new automotive partner  SportsPro MediaFive-year deal sees the Catalan-based brand replace Audi.
  
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• Electric vs Hydrogen cars: exclusive real-world analysis

  27-08-2019 13:25
  
  Hugo Griffiths2019-08-28 00:01
  Transport for London and the Metropolitan Police run hydrogen, electric and conventional vehicles – but which are they using most?Hydrogen cars run by Transport for London (TfL) are used significantly more than equivalent petrol and diesel models, new research has revealed. And electric vehicles (EVs) run by TfL and the Metropolitan Police are covering far fewer miles than those with internal-combustion engines (ICEs). The organisations use 25 hydrogen Toyota
  
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• Electric cars vs hydrogen cars: exclusive real-world analysis

  27-08-2019 13:25
  
  Hugo Griffiths2019-08-28 13:00
  Transport for London and the Metropolitan Police run hydrogen, electric and conventional vehicles – but which are they using most?Hydrogen cars run by Transport for London (TfL) are used significantly more than equivalent petrol and diesel models, new research has revealed. And electric vehicles (EVs) run by TfL and the Metropolitan Police are covering far fewer miles than those with internal-combustion engines (ICEs). The organisations use 25 hydrogen Toyota
  
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• Interior design and technology - Vauxhall Grandland X

  27-08-2019 12:44
  Launched at the 2017 IAA show, the Vauxhall Grandland X is another contender in the booming SUV segment. Continuing QUBE/just-auto's review of interior design and technology trends, we take a closer look inside this compact class SUV to see if it has that X factor.
  
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• Startkraft acquires E-Wald

  27-08-2019 12:32
  Statkraft has acquired the entire shareholding of EV charging company, E-Wald.
  
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• Ferdinand Piech, former Volkswagen Chief, dies at 82

  27-08-2019 12:21
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-08-27 11:00
  The engineer responsible for transforming Volkswagen into one of the world’s largest automakers has diedFerdinand Piech, grandson to the legendary Ferdinand Porsche and former Volkswagen Group chairman and CEO, has died aged 82. 
  He was recognised as the engineer who transformed Volkswagen into one of the world’s largest automakers, adding brands such as Lamborghini, Bugatti and Bentley to the company’s roster.
  Piech was born in 1937 in Vienn
  
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• PSA says vehicles Euro 6 compliant

  27-08-2019 12:18
  PSA says its Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel and Vauxhall passenger cars are now approved using the new EURO 6 emission standard effective 1 September, 2019.
  
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• Global Automotive Brake Linings Market is Expected To Reach USD 278.92 Million By 2026 : Fior Markets - GlobeNewswire

  27-08-2019 11:41 via globenewswire.com
  Global Automotive Brake Linings Market is Expected To Reach USD 278.92 Million By 2026 : Fior Markets  GlobeNewswireNew Jersey, NJ, Aug. 27, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High demand for automotive brake linings from heavy commercial vehicles such as construction and ...
  
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• Automotive Intelligent Glass Market 2019-2023 | Evolving Opportunities with Major Industry Players Profiles | Technavio - Business Wire

  27-08-2019 11:30 via businesswire.com
  Automotive Intelligent Glass Market 2019-2023 | Evolving Opportunities with Major Industry Players Profiles | Technavio  Business WireThe global automotive intelligent glass market size is poised to grow by USD 179.83 million during 2019-2023, according to a new report by Technavio.
  
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• Nissan names new head of Infiniti Design

  27-08-2019 11:24
  Nissan Motor and Infiniti Motor Corp announced the appointment of Taisuke Nakamura as head of Infiniti Design, effective 1 September 2019.
  
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• Honda US develops new passenger front airbag technology

  27-08-2019 11:21
  Honda has announced the development of a new passenger front airbag technology that it says is designed to better protect occupants in a wide range of frontal collision scenarios, including angled crashes between vehicles or a vehicle and another object. Honda plans to begin applying its advanced airbag design to new products in the US in 2020.
  
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• Dana acquires Nordresa Motors

  27-08-2019 11:20
  Dana has completed the acquisition of  Nordresa Motors, working in the development and commercialisation of electric powertrains for commercial vehicles.
  
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• EC approves Hirose acquisition by Denso

  27-08-2019 11:06
  European Commission authorities have approved, through the EU Merger Regulation, Denso's acquisition of sole control of Toyota's Hirose Plant by way of assets purchase.
  
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• Ferdinand Piech dies, aged 82

  27-08-2019 10:08
  Industrialist, engineer and Volkswagen Group patriarch Ferdinand Piech has died at the age of 82.
  
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• David Brown Automotive Mini Remastered Oselli Edition launched - AutoExpress

  27-08-2019 09:00 via autoexpress.co.uk
  David Brown Automotive Mini Remastered Oselli Edition launched  AutoExpressThe British coachbuilder has unveiled a limited run, performance-focussed version of the Mini Remastered, priced from £98000.
  
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