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• Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash

  04-11-2019 23:34
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Motorsports,The ListContinue reading Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 17:34:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Lotus supposedly working up a new Elan, again

  04-11-2019 23:07
  
  Filed under:Lotus,Convertible,Future,PerformanceContinue reading Lotus supposedly working up a new Elan, again Lotus supposedly working up a new Elan, again originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 17:07:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bigland plans to refile lawsuit against FCA in December

  04-11-2019 22:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  The suit, filed in June, was dismissed Oct. 29 at Reid Bigland's request, according to court records. The FCA sales chief intends to file an amended suit against his employer in December.
  
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• Ferrari looks to capitalize on brand name as it promises faster growth

  04-11-2019 21:45
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Earnings/Financials,Ferrari,Luxury,PerformanceStrong sales of Ferrari'sPortofino and 812 Superfast models enabled the Italian luxury carmaker to raise its outlook on Monday, with a new brand strategy promising even more growth.Ferrari's Milan-listed shares rose as much as 7.4% to an all-time high of 155.15 euros after it reported "solid" third quarter results and signalled a strong year ahead.The 'Cavallino Rampante', or 'Prancing Horse', launched a plan to enhance its b
  
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• Infiniti preps 5 new models

  04-11-2019 21:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  Infiniti plans to launch five new vehicles in the next three years. The first of those models, a coupe version of Infiniti's flagship QX50 crossover, will arrive in U.S. dealerships next summer.
  
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• K fair exhibitors awarded for automotive innovations - Plastics News

  04-11-2019 20:51 via plasticsnews.com
  K fair exhibitors awarded for automotive innovations  Plastics News
  
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• Stäubli robots answer automotive's needs for productivity, reliability and collaboration - Plastics News

  04-11-2019 20:50 via plasticsnews.com
  Stäubli robots answer automotive's needs for productivity, reliability and collaboration  Plastics News
  
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• Ford Bronco R prototype previews production model with race-ready Baja tribute

  04-11-2019 20:30
  
  Filed under:Ford,SUV,Off-Road,Racing,Specialty,PerformanceContinue reading Ford Bronco R prototype previews production model with race-ready Baja tribute Ford Bronco R prototype previews production model with race-ready Baja tribute originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 14:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• GM teases three-row Chevy Blazer, Menlo EV for China

  04-11-2019 19:50
  
  Filed under:Green,Chevrolet,Crossover,SUV,ElectricContinue reading GM teases three-row Chevy Blazer, Menlo EV for China GM teases three-row Chevy Blazer, Menlo EV for China originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 13:50:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Cox subsidiary NextGear Capital names new president

  04-11-2019 19:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  Scott Maybee, who becomes president of NextGear Capital effective immediately, was general manager of Manheim Northstar Minnesota and is former vice president of sales operations for Nissan Canada Finance.
  
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• You'll know the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Carhartt Special Edition when you see it

  04-11-2019 19:15
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,SEMA Show,Chevrolet,Truck,Off-RoadContinue reading You'll know the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Carhartt Special Edition when you see it You'll know the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Carhartt Special Edition when you see it originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 13:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Shelby Dragon Snake makes the GT500 even more potent for SEMA

  04-11-2019 19:00
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,SEMA Show,Ford,Truck,Coupe,PerformanceContinue reading Shelby Dragon Snake makes the GT500 even more potent for SEMA Shelby Dragon Snake makes the GT500 even more potent for SEMA originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 13:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Shelby brings Dragon Snake GT500, Super Snake F-150 truck to SEMA

  04-11-2019 19:00
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,SEMA Show,Ford,Truck,Coupe,PerformanceContinue reading Shelby brings Dragon Snake GT500, Super Snake F-150 truck to SEMA Shelby brings Dragon Snake GT500, Super Snake F-150 truck to SEMA originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 13:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Michigan ranks first in US in number of Chinese-owned automotive facilities - Xinhua | English.news.cn - Xinhua

  04-11-2019 18:55 via xinhuanet.com
  Michigan ranks first in US in number of Chinese-owned automotive facilities - Xinhua | English.news.cn  Xinhua
  
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• New Mazda 3 Saloon 2019 review

  04-11-2019 18:36
  
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  Image 1 of 19 4 Nov, 2019 5:15pmJames Brodie
  We find out if the Mazda 3 makes more sense as a saloonSmall saloons often play second fiddle in new car showrooms, compared with the more popular hatchbacks and SUVs. But Mazda hasn’t thrown in the towel; the brand-new Mazda 3 is still available in hatchback and traditional three-box saloon formats, with the latter designed to rival the latest Mercedes A-Class and Audi A3. 
  While the Mazda is a little cheaper than the Germans
  
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• Ford taps Idris Elba to market ‘Mustang-inspired’ electric crossover

  04-11-2019 18:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ford is leveraging the fact that Idris Elba in the 1980s worked at a Ford factory in the U.K. before his acting career took off.
  
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• Exclusive: Discovery, Pilgrim rev up new automotive series - Realscreen

  04-11-2019 18:03 via realscreen.com
  Exclusive: Discovery, Pilgrim rev up new automotive series  Realscreen
  
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• Startling 'New York Times' report details unreliability of breathalyzers

  04-11-2019 17:55
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Read This,SafetyContinue reading Startling 'New York Times' report details unreliability of breathalyzers Startling 'New York Times' report details unreliability of breathalyzers originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 11:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ex-VW CEO Winterkorn implicated by former executive

  04-11-2019 17:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  Heinz-Jakob Neusser, VW's former head of engine development, told a German court that Martin Winterkorn told managers in mid-2015 to only partly disclose its problems with diesel-emission software to U.S. regulators. VW denied the account.
  
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• 2020 Honda CR-V gets $600 bump, standard Honda Sensing

  04-11-2019 17:24
  
  Filed under:Green,Honda,Crossover,HybridContinue reading 2020 Honda CR-V gets $600 bump, standard Honda Sensing 2020 Honda CR-V gets $600 bump, standard Honda Sensing originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 11:24:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Germany to boost EV subsidies as first Volkswagen ID.3s roll off the line

  04-11-2019 17:06
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,GreenContinue reading Germany to boost EV subsidies as first Volkswagen ID.3s roll off the line Germany to boost EV subsidies as first Volkswagen ID.3s roll off the line originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 11:06:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Trends in Cyber Attacks for the automotive sector - FleetNews

  04-11-2019 16:51 via fleetnews.co.uk
  Trends in Cyber Attacks for the automotive sector  FleetNews
  
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• 2020 Subaru Legacy Luggage Test | Who needs an SUV?

  04-11-2019 16:44
  
  Filed under:Subaru,sedanContinue reading 2020 Subaru Legacy Luggage Test | Who needs an SUV? 2020 Subaru Legacy Luggage Test | Who needs an SUV? originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 11:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• VW brings lifted Atlas concepts and GLI to SEMA

  04-11-2019 16:36
  
  Filed under:SEMA Show,Volkswagen,Crossover,SUV,Concept Cars,Off-Road,Performance,sedanContinue reading VW brings lifted Atlas concepts and GLI to SEMA VW brings lifted Atlas concepts and GLI to SEMA originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 10:36:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bullitt versus Ford Mustang Mach-E

  04-11-2019 16:03
  Ford data show Mustang deliveries in the model's number one market dipping by 10 per cent over the first three quarters of the year. That's quite an achievement when US consumers continue to show way more interest in light trucks than cars. The way the company nurtures this model with constant improvements and high-margin editions such as the thumpingly thunderous Bullitt are an example not only to rivals but to Ford itself.
  
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• Tariffs on cars from EU, Japan and Korea 'may not be necessary'

  04-11-2019 16:00
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Government/LegalContinue reading Tariffs on cars from EU, Japan and Korea 'may not be necessary' Tariffs on cars from EU, Japan and Korea 'may not be necessary' originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 10:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Report shows decline in European dealer numbers

  04-11-2019 15:51
  A new report says that European dealer numbers are continuing to decline, but also suggests the rate of decline is not fast enough to maintain viability in the face of the changes needed to accommodate new approaches to retail.
  
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• Runaway dog sled leads police on chase in Montana

  04-11-2019 15:46
  
  Filed under:Weird Car NewsContinue reading Runaway dog sled leads police on chase in Montana Runaway dog sled leads police on chase in Montana originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 09:46:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla Model 3 approved for NYC taxi duty

  04-11-2019 15:45
  
  Filed under:Green,Tesla,Commercial Vehicles,Electric,sedanContinue reading Tesla Model 3 approved for NYC taxi duty Tesla Model 3 approved for NYC taxi duty originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 09:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Indian capital banishes half its cars to curb hazardous air pollution

  04-11-2019 15:30
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,EmissionsAuthorities in India's capital New Delhi banished from the roads cars with number plates ending in an odd number on Monday in a bid to cut hazardous air pollution shrouding the city.The U.S. Embassy air quality index, which measures the concentration of tiny PM 2.5 particles that can be carried deep into the lungs, exceeded 500, indicating serious aggravation of heart and lung disease, and premature mortality in people with existing diseases and the el
  
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• Penske buying Indianapolis Motor Speedway, IndyCar

  04-11-2019 15:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  Hulman & Co. is selling the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IndyCar, North America's top open-wheel racing league, to Penske Entertainment. The purchase price for the historic 2.5-mile racetrack, home of the Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR's Brickyard 400, and one of the world's most famous sporting venues, was not released between the two private companies.
  
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• 2020 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak will debut at SEMA

  04-11-2019 15:24
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,SEMA Show,Dodge,Coupe,PerformanceContinue reading 2020 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak will debut at SEMA 2020 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak will debut at SEMA originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 09:24:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Mini John Cooper Works GP is priced from $45,750

  04-11-2019 15:15
  
  Filed under:LA Auto Show,MINI,Hatchback,PerformanceContinue reading 2020 Mini John Cooper Works GP is priced from $45,750 2020 Mini John Cooper Works GP is priced from $45,750 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 09:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Roger Penske buys Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IndyCar

  04-11-2019 15:06
  
  Filed under:MotorsportsIndianapolis Motor Speedway and the IndyCar Series have been sold to Penske Entertainment Corp. in a stunning Monday announcement that relinquishes control of the iconic speedway from the Hulman family after 74 years.Tony Hulman bought the dilapidated speedway in 1945 and brought racing back to the corner of 16th St. and Georgetown Ave. after a four-year hiatus following World War II.The speedway spun off multiple other subsidiaries, including the IndyCar Series and Indian
  
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• INFINITI celebrates 30 years of looking forward - Automotive World

  04-11-2019 14:43 via automotiveworld.com
  INFINITI celebrates 30 years of looking forward  Automotive World
  
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• Volkswagen starts ID.3 production in Zwickau

  04-11-2019 14:42
  Volkswagen has kicked off what it termed its "system changeover to e-mobility" by marking the start of production of the ID.3 in Zwickau with a ceremony attended by German chancellor Angela Merkel and, of course, group CEO Herbert Diess.
  
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• Automotive Seat Market by Trim Material, Seat type, Vehicle Type, and Vehicle Energy Source: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2018-2025 - PRNewswire

  04-11-2019 14:35 via prnewswire.com
  Automotive Seat Market by Trim Material, Seat type, Vehicle Type, and Vehicle Energy Source: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2018-2025  PRNewswire
  
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• Ferrari raises 2019 outlook after solid Q3

  04-11-2019 14:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ferrari's adjusted EBITDA rose 11 percent to 311 million euros ($347 million) in the third quarter while shipments were up 9.4 percent.
  
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• 2020 Audi R8 Coupe and Spyder First Drive | V10 > turbo

  04-11-2019 14:00
  
  Filed under:Audi,Convertible,Coupe,Luxury,Performance,SupercarsContinue reading 2020 Audi R8 Coupe and Spyder First Drive | V10 > turbo 2020 Audi R8 Coupe and Spyder First Drive | V10 > turbo originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Nov 2019 08:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Los Angeles Motor Show 2019: preview

  04-11-2019 13:52
  
  Auto Express2019-11-04 13:10
  This year’s LA Motor Show opens its doors to the world's press on 18th November – here’s a glimpse of what you can expect to seeThis year’s final motor show is looming large. The 2019 Los Angeles Motor Show opens for the world’s press on 18th November, before throwing its doors wide for the public between 22nd November and 1st December. It’s the third American expo on the international motor show calendar which, unlike Detroit and
  
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• South Korean sales fall 3% in October

  04-11-2019 13:20
  Domestic sales by South Korea's five largest automakers declined by 3.3% to 134,895 units in October from 139,557 units in the same month of last year, according to preliminary data released individually by the companies.
  
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• New Lister SUV-E Concept revealed as hot take on Jaguar I-Pace

  04-11-2019 13:05
  
  James Brodie2019-11-04 12:10
  More power and less weight envisaged for Jaguar’s electric SUV by way of Lister transformationLister has revealed the first images and technical specifications for the first all-electric car to wear the firm’s 65-year old badge. 
  Called the SUV-E Concept, the new model is Lister’s very own take on the Jaguar I-Pace, and the company will commit to producing a limited production run pending interest from customers and pre-order numbers.
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• Oil firm Total to double production of recycled PP for automotive sector - Resource Efficient Business

  04-11-2019 12:39 via rebnews.com
  Oil firm Total to double production of recycled PP for automotive sector  Resource Efficient Business
  
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• Fiat plans to exit Europe's minicar segment

  04-11-2019 12:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  Fiat, Europe's leading seller of minicars with the Panda and 500, is set to join VW, Ford, Opel and other automakers rethinking their entry lineups as tougher emissions rules increase development costs.
  
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• Automotive and computing consortium launched to develop common platform for autonomous vehicles - FleetNews

  04-11-2019 12:07 via fleetnews.co.uk
  Automotive and computing consortium launched to develop common platform for autonomous vehicles  FleetNews
  
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• PSA will end China joint venture with Changan

  04-11-2019 12:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  PSA said it will continue to sell its struggling DS upscale brand in China, although it is ending a joint venture with Changan that builds DS cars for the local market.
  
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• Electrify America/Hubject team on Plug&Charge

  04-11-2019 11:00
  Electrify America and Hubject have unveiled their Plug&Charge solution for North America.
  
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• Cooper Tire to own 100% of Mexico joint venture facility

  04-11-2019 10:58
  Cooper Tire is planning to increase ownership in its Mexico joint venture manufacturing facility, Corporación de Occidente (COOCSA), from 58% to 100%.
  
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• Cerence appoints Prateek Kathpal as CTO

  04-11-2019 10:54
  Cerence has appointed Prateek Kathpal as Chief Technology Officer.
  
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• Fisker reveals name of all-electric luxury SUV

  04-11-2019 10:52
  Fisker has revealed the name of its upcoming all-electric 'luxury sports utility vehicle': Fisker Ocean.
  
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