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• Tesla overtakes GM as most valuable U.S. automaker — and short sellers get burned

  24-10-2019 23:03
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Tesla,ElectricTrading at $298, Tesla's market capitalization was $53 billion, surpassing General Motors Co's$51 billion stock market value and making it the United States' most valuable car company.It has been the No. 1 U.S. car company by market cap before, but recently GM has had a substantial lead.Tesla late on Wednesday reported a quarterly profit, citing improvements in operating efficiency and a reduction in manufacturing and material costs.Continue re
  
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• Pot smokers, take note: THC breathalyzers are coming

  24-10-2019 22:20
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Tesla,ElectricOne toke for the road could end up being a total bummer for drivers who smoke pot, with several companies in the United States preparing to market cannabis breathalyzers as legalized marijuana spreads across the country.Law enforcement agencies will require breathalyzers to detect marijuana as they are "faced with the necessity of stopping more and more motor vehicles being operated under the influence of THC," said Brett Meade, a retired polic
  
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• Next generation Mazda models to 2030

  24-10-2019 21:43
  Now within the Toyota Motor Corporation sphere of influence, Mazda is busy expanding its global product portfolio supervised and protected by a powerful parent. The smaller partner has much appeal to its minor shareholder too. That includes innovative powertrains and state of the art platforms, with TMC in return giving Mazda access to hybrid technology as well as its famous lean production system.
  
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• Why the Lexus ES is China's number one import

  24-10-2019 21:41
  Might the ES succeed for Lexus when the great looking and highly capable GS seemingly could not? The latter, also a 5m long saloon, is almost eight years old and probably won't be replaced, while the year-old ES is a brisk seller in many countries, China especially. Newly available in Britain, the ES 300h should in theory have strong appeal to many in the Mercedes E-Class segment.
  
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• 2019 Tokyo Motor Show Editors’ Picks

  24-10-2019 21:41
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Green,Tokyo Motor Show,Lexus,Mazda,Mitsubishi,Subaru,Suzuki,Coupe,Crossover,Hatchback,Wagon,Autonomous,Concept Cars,Electric,Future,Hybrid,Luxury,Specialty,sedanThis year's Tokyo Motor Show was full of interesting vehicles, but one car ran away with our best-in-show award.Continue reading 2019 Tokyo Motor Show Editors’ Picks 2019 Tokyo Motor Show Editors’ Picks originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 15:41:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of fe
  
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• SMC and Maruti Suzuki - the future models

  24-10-2019 21:39
  Suzuki Motor Corporation has no need to sell cars or SUVs in either of the world's two largest national markets. The company thrives without any passenger vehicle operations in the US and China, having removed itself from both countries. Europe, Japan and other parts of Asia are where SMC does especially well. Now, with a 4.5% gain for Maruti Suzuki in October, the bottom of an Indian market down by 50% this year may have been reached back in September.
  
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• Group 1 posts record Q3 revenue, higher profits on strength of used vehicles, service

  24-10-2019 20:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  CEO Earl Hesterberg credited strong U.S. same-store performance in used vehicles and service for driving what he described as "one of the best quarters" in company history.
  
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• Visteon Q3 net income falls, revenue rises on new business

  24-10-2019 20:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  The auto supplier said it has secured new business worth $4.6 billion in lifetime sales through the third quarter this year.
  
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• Valeo says Q3 sales up but warns of GM strike impact

  24-10-2019 20:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  The French auto supplier said the UAW's strike against GM is impacting sales by $178 million.
  
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• Autoblog is Live: Playing cheap Nintendo Switch racing games

  24-10-2019 19:50
  
  Filed under:Affiliate Posts,Videos,Original VideoWe're playing F1 2019 today.Continue reading Autoblog is Live: Playing cheap Nintendo Switch racing games Autoblog is Live: Playing cheap Nintendo Switch racing games originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:50:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW touts connectivity leap for new Golf

  24-10-2019 19:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  The Golf is the first Volkswagen to offer car-to-car and car-to-infrastructure Car2X communication as standard to predictively warn of hazards. The Golf can either be notified of upcoming traffic hazards by other Car2X-enabled vehicles or alert other participants within a radius of a half-mile.
  
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• All-new Volkswagen Golf is an evolution outside, revolution inside

  24-10-2019 19:30
  
  Filed under:Volkswagen,Hatchback,Diesel,Future,Hybrid,Natural GasContinue reading All-new Volkswagen Golf is an evolution outside, revolution inside All-new Volkswagen Golf is an evolution outside, revolution inside originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:30:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Renault stripped of points after disqualification from Japanese Grand Prix

  24-10-2019 19:25
  
  Filed under:MotorsportsRenault will not appeal their Japanese Grand Prix disqualification for breaking the rules on driver aids, the Formula One team said on Thursday.The governing FIA announced on Wednesday that Australian Daniel Ricciardo and German driver Nico Hulkenberg had been stripped of their nine points from the Oct. 13 race in Suzuka.Renault had the right to appeal by a Thursday deadline at the Mexican Grand Prix.Continue reading Renault stripped of points after disqualification from J
  
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• Ford teases Mustang-inspired EV crossover ahead of Nov. 17 debut

  24-10-2019 19:11
  
  Filed under:Green,Ford,Crossover,ElectricContinue reading Ford teases Mustang-inspired EV crossover ahead of Nov. 17 debut Ford teases Mustang-inspired EV crossover ahead of Nov. 17 debut originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:11:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Quarterly earnings surprise from Tesla looks familiar

  24-10-2019 18:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  The big question is whether history will keep repeating or if Tesla can finally achieve the sustained profits and self-funding it has claimed to be on the cusp of for a while. 
  
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• Audi A3 review (2013-2020)

  24-10-2019 18:45
  
  The Audi A3 is a popular premium hatch that’s efficient, good to drive and has a classy feel
  
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• Volkswagen Touareg R plug-in hybrid confirmed

  24-10-2019 18:34
  
  Jonathan Burn2019-10-24 17:00
  VW’s first hot plug-in hybrid R model will be based on the Touareg, and it’s expected to go on sale in 2021
  Volkswagen bosses have confirmed that a Touareg R is on the way, and that the high-performance SUV will be a plug-in hybrid, Auto Express can reveal. 
  The Touareg R will be first electrified model to be launched from VW’s high-performance division and is expected to arrive in showrooms in 2021. 
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• New 2020 Volkswagen Golf Mk8 revealed with mild hybrid tech - pictures

  24-10-2019 18:30
  Pictures of Volkswagen Golf Mk8
  
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• Lower-paid workers at GM parts plants opposing UAW deal

  24-10-2019 18:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  GMCH workers are voting against a deal at a high rate in a process that has otherwise mostly been in favor of the new four-year tentative labor pact.
  
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• Valeo Q3 2019 sales - Automotive World

  24-10-2019 18:18
  Valeo Q3 2019 sales  Automotive World
  
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• 2019 Porsche GT3 meets its family on a California road trip

  24-10-2019 18:00
  
  Filed under:Porsche,Quick Spins,New Car Reviews,Coupe,Luxury,Performance,ClassicsContinue reading 2019 Porsche GT3 meets its family on a California road trip 2019 Porsche GT3 meets its family on a California road trip originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 12:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Financial information for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 - Automotive World

  24-10-2019 17:45
  Financial information for the nine months ended September 30, 2019  Automotive World
  
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• Scientists teach rats to drive, and it turns out they're car enthusiasts

  24-10-2019 17:38
  
  Filed under:Weird Car NewsContinue reading Scientists teach rats to drive, and it turns out they're car enthusiasts Scientists teach rats to drive, and it turns out they're car enthusiasts originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 11:38:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Rats can drive tiny cars, and they seem to really enjoy it, scientists say

  24-10-2019 17:38
  
  Filed under:Weird Car NewsContinue reading Rats can drive tiny cars, and they seem to really enjoy it, scientists say Rats can drive tiny cars, and they seem to really enjoy it, scientists say originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 11:38:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• British Motor Show plans pop-up events for 2020 and 2021

  24-10-2019 17:31
  
  The British Motor Show’s organisers will hold a range of free-entry pop-up automotive exhibitions between now and the opening of its flagship motor show in August 2021. The firm hopes these smaller events will compensate for the lack of an exhibition this year, which was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
  The first satellite event is scheduled to run between 16 October and 24 December at Festival Place shopping centre in Basingstoke. It’ll host a range of vehicles, including
  
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• This Nissan Leaf has 501 pound-feet of torque and AWD, previewing future Nissan EVs

  24-10-2019 17:21
  
  Filed under:Technology,Green,Nissan,Hatchback,Concept Cars,Electric,PerformanceContinue reading This Nissan Leaf has 501 pound-feet of torque and AWD, previewing future Nissan EVs This Nissan Leaf has 501 pound-feet of torque and AWD, previewing future Nissan EVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 11:21:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Exclusive - British Motor Show to return after 12-year absence

  24-10-2019 17:15
  
  Mike Rutherford2019-10-24 16:31
  The British Motor Show is reborn and due to be held in August 2020 at Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference CentreThe British Motor Show is to make a comeback in 2020 at a new south of England home. The Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre in Hampshire will host the event from Thursday August 20 to Sunday August 23, 2020. 
  There will be over 40,000 square metres of indoor exhibition space - including a live stage with
  
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• Sonic Q3 net income soars on used cars, F&I

  24-10-2019 17:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  Sonic Automotive's third-quarter earnings were propelled by record used-vehicle sales, growth at its EchoPark standalone used-vehicle stores, and record finance and insurance results.
  
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• Daimler reports Q3 results as CEO reportedly seeks cuts, cools on autonomy

  24-10-2019 16:55
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Mercedes-BenzDaimlerreported a slight rise in third-quarter operating profit on Thursday, boosted by sales of Mercedes-Benz cars, sending its shares higher, but announced cost cuts and warned legal provisions tied to diesel litigation could rise.Group earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) rose 8% to 2.69 billion euros, up from 2.49 billion euros in the year-earlier period, boosted by an 8% rise in sales of luxury cars and solid cashflow.Daimler shares were up
  
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• New Volkswagen Golf Mk8 ride review

  24-10-2019 16:40
  
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  Image 1 of 6 24 Oct, 2019 6:30pmStefan Voswinkel
  Shortly before the VW Golf Mk8’s world premiere, we joined development chief for an exclusive ride in the next-generation hatchback The new Volkswagen Golf has just been revealed, but Auto Express has already been for an exclusive ride in the eighth-generation hatch – alongside Head of Development, Frank Welsch.
  Welsch is the most senior head of development in the VW Group, and could be described as the most influential en
  
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• Ducati Panigale V2 joins revised V4, Multistrada and Diavel

  24-10-2019 16:36
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Motorcycle,Bikes,Future,Luxury,Off-Road,PerformanceContinue reading Ducati Panigale V2 joins revised V4, Multistrada and Diavel Ducati Panigale V2 joins revised V4, Multistrada and Diavel originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 10:36:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Car seatbelt offences rise 17% in a year

  24-10-2019 16:31
  
  Tristan Shale-Hester2019-10-24 15:00
  Seat belt offences rose from 18,467 in 2017 to 21,626 in 2019, while speeding offences are at an all-time high
  The number of seat belt offences in the UK increased 17 per cent in 2018, while speeding offences are at an all-time high.
  There were 21,626 seat belt offences in 2018, compared with 18,467 in 2017. In contrast, the number of Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) issued for handheld mobile phone offences fell by 27 per cent, from 52,993 in 2017 to 38,601 in 2
  
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• Jaguar Vision GT virtual concept set for Gran Turismo Sport game debut

  24-10-2019 16:29
  
  Alex Ingram2019-10-25 08:00
  Jaguar has created a new virtual concept car for the Gran Turismo Sport PlayStation gameThis is the Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo: a dramatic concept that won’t make it to a physical road, but a virtual one. That’s because Jaguar’s latest design will be available to race in the PlayStation 4 driving title Gran Turismo Sport. 
  The low, sleek styling takes inspiration from Jaguar’s past motorsport icons, the C-Type and D-Type Le Mans racers of
  
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• Hyundai outlines EV strategy as it struggles with cost of engine defects

  24-10-2019 16:24
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Hyundai,Kia,ElectricSouth Korea's Hyundai Motor pledged to boost sales of electric vehicles (EV) to over half a million by 2025 as part of a bid to focus on new technologies and catch up with rivals, but some analysts saw the target as conservative and warned of the costs.The announcement by Hyundai , the world's fifth largest car maker along with affiliate Kia Motors , underscores the accelerating strategy shift under Euisun Chung who became the motor group
  
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• Aston Martin announces limited edition motorcycle

  24-10-2019 16:17
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-10-24 15:20
  Aston Martin and historic British motorcycle manufacturer Brough Superior will unveil a new motorcycle this NovemberAston Martin has announced a new partnership with the iconic British motorcycle manufacturer Brough Superior, which will see the pair produce a limited edition two-wheeled project for this year’s EICMA Milan Motorcycle Show. The finished article will be unveiled on 5 November.
  Details on the British brands’ collaborative project remain spa
  
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• 2020 Hyundai Elantra Review & Buying Guide | Tale of Two Compacts

  24-10-2019 16:01
  
  Filed under:Hyundai,Buying Guide,New Car Reviews,Hatchback,sedanContinue reading 2020 Hyundai Elantra Review & Buying Guide | Tale of Two Compacts 2020 Hyundai Elantra Review & Buying Guide | Tale of Two Compacts originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 10:01:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bollinger prices its electric trucks at $125,000

  24-10-2019 16:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  The startup will begin accepting $1,000 refundable deposits for both the battery-powered pickup truck and SUV models, and is targeting a driving range of 200 miles per full charge.
  
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• Bollinger prices its B1 and B2 electric trucks

  24-10-2019 16:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Misc. Automakers,Truck,SUV,Electric,Off-RoadContinue reading Bollinger prices its B1 and B2 electric trucks Bollinger prices its B1 and B2 electric trucks originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 10:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This 456-piece retainer clip and fastener kit is nearly 50% off today

  24-10-2019 15:54
  
  Filed under:Affiliate PostsThis kit contains 456 pieces of car retainer clips, plastic fasteners, and fastener removers. The pieces are compatible with several makes and models of vehicle and are made of high-quality nylon material.Continue reading This 456-piece retainer clip and fastener kit is nearly 50% off today This 456-piece retainer clip and fastener kit is nearly 50% off today originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 09:54:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permali
  
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• Visteon Q3 net income down 33% to US$14m

  24-10-2019 15:16
  Visteon has posted third-quarter net income down 33% to US$14m.
  
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• 2020 Ducati Streetfighter V4 packs 208 hp in a 400-lb package

  24-10-2019 15:14
  
  Filed under:Motorcycle,Bikes,PerformanceContinue reading 2020 Ducati Streetfighter V4 packs 208 hp in a 400-lb package 2020 Ducati Streetfighter V4 packs 208 hp in a 400-lb package originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 09:14:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lawsuit blames Tesla motorized door handles for death of driver stuck in burning car

  24-10-2019 15:04
  
  Filed under:Technology,Government/Legal,Green,Tesla,Technology,sedanContinue reading Lawsuit blames Tesla motorized door handles for death of driver stuck in burning car Lawsuit blames Tesla motorized door handles for death of driver stuck in burning car originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 09:04:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Carlos Ghosn's lawyers seek dismissal, say prosecutors conspired with Nissan

  24-10-2019 14:36
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,NissanThe lawyers of former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn, who is awaiting trial in Japan, said Thursday they have requested that financial misconduct charges against him be dismissed.The papers allege collusion between prosecutors, government officials and executives at Nissan Motor Co. to drum up criminal allegations in order to remove him as chairman.The aim was to prevent Ghosn from further integrating Nissan with its French alliance partner Renault SA, they say.C
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover joins IATF

  24-10-2019 14:32
  The International Automotive Task Force (IATF), a group of automotive manufacturers and their respective trade associations, has welcomed Jaguar Land Rover, as Tata Motors Limited official designate, into the IATF as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) voting member.
  
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• Volvo boosts Q3 operating profit 90%

  24-10-2019 14:23
  Geely's Volvo Cars has boosted third quarter 2019 operating profit 90% to SEK3,492m.
  
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• 2020 VW GTI gains more tech as starting price goes up by $1,025

  24-10-2019 14:18
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Volkswagen,Hatchback,PerformanceContinue reading 2020 VW GTI gains more tech as starting price goes up by $1,025 2020 VW GTI gains more tech as starting price goes up by $1,025 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 08:18:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW 1 Series vs Mercedes A-Class vs Volkswagen Golf

  24-10-2019 14:17
  
  2019-10-26 10:00
  We pitch the new BMW 1 Series against the Mercedes A-Class and Volkswagen GolfThe BMW 1 Series has been around since 2004, and until this latest model arrived, it offered something no other car in the class had: rear-wheel drive. While that has benefits for handling and performance, there are plenty of reasons why every other rival drives the front wheels; it’s more cost-effective to build and allows for better packaging. And now BMW’s latest small hatch has switched
  
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• India scrappage plan unlikely to result as desired - analyst

  24-10-2019 14:09
  India's vehicle scrappage plan is unlikely to produce desired results, according to analysts at GlobalData, parent company of just-auto.
  
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• Check out the Ford Super Duty lineup rolling into SEMA 2019

  24-10-2019 14:00
  
  Filed under:SEMA Show,Ford,Truck,Diesel,Off-RoadContinue reading Check out the Ford Super Duty lineup rolling into SEMA 2019 Check out the Ford Super Duty lineup rolling into SEMA 2019 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 24 Oct 2019 08:00:00 EDT.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Hydrogen cars to converge on Hamburg event

  24-10-2019 13:55
  Hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric vehicles will complete a combined 6,000km journey across Europe to converge in Hamburg tomorrow (25 October) to mark the expanding network of refuelling stations.
  
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