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• California DMV makes $50M a year off selling drivers’ data: Report

  25-11-2019 23:10
  
  Filed under:Government/LegalContinue reading California DMV makes $50M a year off selling drivers’ data: Report California DMV makes $50M a year off selling drivers’ data: Report originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 17:10:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Amazon has slashed prices on its devices for Black Friday

  25-11-2019 22:56
  
  Filed under:Affiliate PostsContinue reading Amazon has slashed prices on its devices for Black Friday Amazon has slashed prices on its devices for Black Friday originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:56:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Micro Machines are coming back in 2020!

  25-11-2019 21:42
  
  Filed under:Toys/GamesContinue reading Micro Machines are coming back in 2020! Micro Machines are coming back in 2020! originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:42:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• This gorgeous 1972 Volkswagen Bus hides an electrified surprise

  25-11-2019 21:15
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Green,Green,Volkswagen,Minivan/Van,Electric,ClassicsContinue reading This gorgeous 1972 Volkswagen Bus hides an electrified surprise This gorgeous 1972 Volkswagen Bus hides an electrified surprise originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nissan offers Leaf buyers $250 EVgo charging credit

  25-11-2019 21:05
  
  Filed under:Green,Nissan,Green Culture,Ownership,Hatchback,ElectricContinue reading Nissan offers Leaf buyers $250 EVgo charging credit Nissan offers Leaf buyers $250 EVgo charging credit originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Updated Bentley Bentayga spotted testing in the snow

  25-11-2019 20:52
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Bentley,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryContinue reading Updated Bentley Bentayga spotted testing in the snow Updated Bentley Bentayga spotted testing in the snow originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:52:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mustang Mach-E is key piece of Ford’s support of CA emissions rules

  25-11-2019 19:55
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Ford,Emissions,Fuel Efficiency,Crossover,ElectricContinue reading Mustang Mach-E is key piece of Ford’s support of CA emissions rules Mustang Mach-E is key piece of Ford’s support of CA emissions rules originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:55:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition Trim Review | An off-roader in name only

  25-11-2019 19:30
  
  Filed under:Reviews,Nissan,Quick Spins,New Car Reviews,Crossover,SUV,Off-RoadContinue reading 2020 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition Trim Review | An off-roader in name only 2020 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition Trim Review | An off-roader in name only originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nissan teams with Lego for 2020 GT-R Nismo

  25-11-2019 19:15
  
  Filed under:Toys/Games,Nissan,Coupe,Performance,SupercarsContinue reading Nissan teams with Lego for 2020 GT-R Nismo Nissan teams with Lego for 2020 GT-R Nismo originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 5 great early Black Friday car care deals

  25-11-2019 19:00
  
  Filed under:Affiliate PostsContinue reading 5 great early Black Friday car care deals 5 great early Black Friday car care deals originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover is the ID Crozz concept, evolved

  25-11-2019 18:50
  
  Filed under:Green,Green,Spy Photos,Volkswagen,Crossover,Electric,FutureContinue reading Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover is the ID Crozz concept, evolved Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover is the ID Crozz concept, evolved originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:50:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Jeep Wagoneer spied in prototype form for the first time

  25-11-2019 18:36
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Jeep,SUV,Off-RoadContinue reading Jeep Wagoneer spied in prototype form for the first time Jeep Wagoneer spied in prototype form for the first time originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:36:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Book by Cadillac subscription service returns next year

  25-11-2019 17:39
  
  Filed under:CadillacContinue reading Book by Cadillac subscription service returns next year Book by Cadillac subscription service returns next year originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:39:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nissan GT-R NISMO is the latest car to receive the Lego treatment

  25-11-2019 17:23
  
  Joe Hirst2019-11-25 16:25
  Lego and Nissan team up to pay tribute to the most extreme, most capable GT-R in history...You can now own a Nissan GT-R NISMO, in Lego form, thanks to the latest tie-up between the Danish construction toy conglomerate and a leading car manufacturer. Lego Group CEO Niels B. Christiansen and Asako Hoshino, executive vice president at Nissan, launched the new model at Nissan’s global headquarters in Yokohama.
  The Lego Speed Champions Nissan GT-R NISMO, to give it it
  
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• 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA teased ahead of December 11 debut

  25-11-2019 17:05
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Mercedes-Benz,Crossover,LuxuryContinue reading 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA teased ahead of December 11 debut 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA teased ahead of December 11 debut originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Recall: Some 2019 Ford Rangers' taillights might not work

  25-11-2019 16:50
  
  Filed under:Recalls,Ford,Safety,TruckContinue reading Recall: Some 2019 Ford Rangers' taillights might not work Recall: Some 2019 Ford Rangers' taillights might not work originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:50:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Nissan expands US charging network with incentives

  25-11-2019 16:42
  Nissan's US unit has launched a new incentive to convince buyers to go electric with models like its Leaf.
  
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• Video shows Tesla Cybertruck winning tug-of-war with Ford F-150

  25-11-2019 16:39
  
  Filed under:Green,Ford,Tesla,Truck,ElectricContinue reading Video shows Tesla Cybertruck winning tug-of-war with Ford F-150 Video shows Tesla Cybertruck winning tug-of-war with Ford F-150 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:39:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Squad Mobility launches new affordable solar-powered car

  25-11-2019 16:12
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-11-26 08:00
  Squad Mobility has unveiled a sub-£5,000 electric quadricycle, which can generate up to 5,500 miles of range per year from solar energySquad Mobility, a Dutch EV start-up founded by two ex-Lightyear employees, has launched a new compact, affordable solar-electric car. Designed to rival the Renault Twizy, it will retail for around €5,750 (roughly £4,900) excluding VAT when it goes on sale in 2021. It’s currently available to order, for Europea
  
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• Tesla shares rise as Musk says Cybertruck reservations hit 200,000

  25-11-2019 16:04
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Green,Marketing/Advertising,Tesla,Truck,ElectricTesla opened preorders immediately, however, and allowed potential buyers to book the truck by depositing just $100, compared to the $1,000 Tesla charged for booking Model 3 sedans in 2016, drawing the flood of reservations and sending the company's shares back up on Monday.From touting the features of the new vehicle to taking a dig at Fordrival F-150 pickup truck, Musk has been tweeting furiously to boost sales sin
  
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• New Renault Zoe 2020 review

  25-11-2019 16:00
  
  The latest version of all-electric Renault Zoe supermini raises its game again
  
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• Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision GT a real-life hypercar waiting to happen

  25-11-2019 15:37
  
  Filed under:Toys/Games,Lamborghini,Coupe,Concept Cars,Hybrid,Luxury,Specialty,PerformanceContinue reading Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision GT a real-life hypercar waiting to happen Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision GT a real-life hypercar waiting to happen originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 09:37:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• CEE - Hungary seeing net immigration as workers return

  25-11-2019 15:14
  Hungarian politicians say they are witnessing net immigration back to the Eastern European country after a period in which citizens previously emigrated for improved work opportunities.
  
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• Ford recalls 2019 Ranger trucks for wiring check

  25-11-2019 15:03
  
  After multiple problems with the redesigned Explorer SUV and some other models launched relatively recently, Ford now is recalling some 2019 Ranger pickup trucks to check for an electrical glitch.
  
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• China's BAIC wants to increase share of Daimler beyond its 5% stake

  25-11-2019 15:00
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Mercedes-BenzBEIJING/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Daimler'smain Chinese joint venture partner BAIC Group [BEJINS.UL] has signalled its intention to increase its stake in the German luxury car manufacturer, sources briefed on the matter said, after it built up a 5% Daimler stake in July.Officials at BAIC's listed company BAIC Motor Corp Ltdsaid at investor conferences in mid-October that "both sides are willing to increase stakes in the other", responding to questions abo
  
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• CEE - CASE megatrends key for JLR

  25-11-2019 14:52
  Jaguar Land Rover says CASE concepts have moved to the top of its priority list as megatrends start to increasingly shape the way it does business.
  
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• R.I.P. Mercedes-AMG SL 63

  25-11-2019 14:40
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,Convertible,Luxury,PerformanceContinue reading R.I.P. Mercedes-AMG SL 63 R.I.P. Mercedes-AMG SL 63 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 08:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Dodge Journey to get a performance-focused replacement in 2022?

  25-11-2019 14:26
  
  Filed under:Dodge,Crossover,Future,PerformanceContinue reading Dodge Journey to get a performance-focused replacement in 2022? Dodge Journey to get a performance-focused replacement in 2022? originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 08:26:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Uber will continue operating in London

  25-11-2019 14:20
  
  Uber will be allowed to continue operating in London following a successful court appeal against Transport for London's (TfL) decision to revoke its licence last year.
  Deputy Senior Judge Tan Ikram at Westminster Magistrates Court ruled that "despite historical failings" Uber is now "fit and proper" to operate in the UK's capital city - a decision that will bring certainty for the 45,000 drivers who use the app in London.
  • Uber vs Black cab drivers: the confrontation explained&nb
  
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• Nissan bricks the Nismo GT-R

  25-11-2019 14:14
  Automakers have long known that having a specialist model maker produce your vehicle in, say, 1:43 or 1:18 scale, is a nice homage - the promotional value is immeasurable and probably why BMW and Audi have handed out small facsimiles of their new cars at press launches for years and automakers themselves sometimes stock models - including toddler-size ride-ons at dealerships and in marketing departments. Want to sell a new truck? Help the Decision Maker remember the brand with a nice scale model
  
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• 2020 Toyota GR Supra Second Drive Review | Easy to love

  25-11-2019 14:01
  
  Filed under:Reviews,Toyota,Coupe,PerformanceContinue reading 2020 Toyota GR Supra Second Drive Review | Easy to love 2020 Toyota GR Supra Second Drive Review | Easy to love originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Nov 2019 08:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• SEAT Arona review: Well-rounded small SUV for a reasonable price

  25-11-2019 14:00
  
  The SEAT Arona is a fine small SUV choice, with refined engines and generous standard equipment
  
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• New Mercedes-AMG GT R Roadster 2019 review

  25-11-2019 13:56
  
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  Image 1 of 28 25 Nov, 2019 1:00pmJonathan Burn
  The Mercedes-AMG GT R Roadster is the brand's most powerful convertible ever, but at almost £180k it's up against some serious competition This is the Mercedes-AMG GT R Roadster, the fastest, most powerful and expensive convertible ever to wear a Mercedes badge. In the brand’s own words, “Never before has Mercedes-AMG packed so much motorsport technology into a production vehicle.” Quite simply, it’s about
  
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• Interior design and technology - VW Passat

  25-11-2019 13:36
  The face-lifted eighth-generation Volkswagen Passat offers higher levels of driver assistance and comfort. Continuing just-auto/QUBE's review of interior design and technology trends, we take a closer look inside to see how it compares to its reassuringly solid and safe predecessor.
  
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• Toyota Corolla Hybrid Excel: long-term test review

  25-11-2019 13:20
  
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  Image 1 of 11 1 Dec, 2019 11:00amDarren Wilson
  First report: our new Toyota Corolla Hybrid Excel impresses as it arrives on our fleetMileage: 3,647
  Goodbye CR-V, hello Corolla. I’ve switched hybrids, but not like-for-like. The intention in downsizing is to see how my family adapts to a smaller, lighter hybrid vehicle and see what effect the compact Toyota has on our fuel economy figures in London (and further afield). I’ve high hopes.
  The Corolla won Affordable Hybrid o
  
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• PSA opens electrified line at French powertrain hub

  25-11-2019 12:47
  PSA has officially opened its electrified powertrain assembly line at its Tremery plant, now designated as the main source for EV drivetrains for the four current group electrified models and those coming soon.
  
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• Virtual Lamborghini Lambo V12 Gran Turismo unwrapped

  25-11-2019 12:09
  
  Luke Wilkinson2019-11-25 11:11
  Lamborghini has designed a virtual concept racer, for exclusive use in the PlayStation 4 racing game Gran Turismo SportLamborghini has unveiled a single-seat concept racer, called the Lambo V12, designed for use in the PlayStation 4 racing game, Gran Turismo Sport. It was launched as a full-sized physical model in Monte Carlo ahead of this year’s FIA Certified GT Sport Online Championship World Final. While it’s unlikely to ever reach showrooms, it&rsqu
  
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• Byton teams with Electrify America

  25-11-2019 11:16
  
  Byton has announced a collaboration with Electrify America which will provide Byton owners in the US complementary, unlimited 30-minute charging sessions on Electrify America's network of DC Fast public charging stations for two years. 
  
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• Fastest SUVs in the world - pictures

  25-11-2019 11:00
  We run through the fastest 4x4s and SUVs ever made
  
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• Audi launches two electric SUVs in China

  25-11-2019 10:54
  
  Sino-German car-making joint venture FAW-Volkswagen Audi launched two new battery-powered SUV models last week, as it looks to strengthen the Audi brand's position in the world's largest electric vehicle market. 
  
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• Top ten automotive sector M&A financial and legal advisers for Q1-Q3 2019 revealed

  25-11-2019 10:53
  
  Goldman Sachs was the leading financial adviser globally for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the first three quarters (Q1-Q3) of 2019 in the automotive sector, according to GlobalData.
  
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• Atomic City Transit buys Proterra electric buses

  25-11-2019 10:45
  
  Proterra says Atomic City Transit in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is to purchase two Catalyst 35-foot E2 buses and two 125 kW plug-in charging systems.
  
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• Toyoda Gosei to restructure European operations

  25-11-2019 10:43
  
  Toyoda Gosei is to transfer its entire ownership stake in Toyoda Gosei Meteor (TGM), its production subsidiary in Germany, to SCUR-Alpha 1123 as the company plans to change its name to AEQPH, an affiliate of a German business fund.
  
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• New Polestar 1 2020 review

  25-11-2019 10:15
  
  Verdict 
  If you had to use one word to describe the Polestar 1, it’d be ‘special’. It feels special to drive, special to look at and, even using recognisable Volvo parts it feels special to sit in, too. The powertrain is the defining feature though, offering market-leading low emissions and company car tax, with enough torque to pull the skin from your cheeks should you ask it to. Polestar’s future might be pure-electric, but its plug-in hybrid present is equally exc
  
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• New Polestar 1 2020 review - pictures

  25-11-2019 08:00
  Pictures of Polestar 1
  
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