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• Ford tells dealers not to advertise Mustang Mach-E under MSRP

  04-12-2019 23:27
  
  Filed under:Ford,Car Buying,Crossover,Electric,FutureContinue reading Ford tells dealers not to advertise Mustang Mach-E under MSRP Ford tells dealers not to advertise Mustang Mach-E under MSRP originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 17:27:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Elon Musk, in day 2 of testimony, says he wrote 'pedo guy' tweet 'off the cuff'

  04-12-2019 22:51
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,TeslaElon Musk, wrapping up two days of testimony at his defamation trial on Wednesday, insisted his "pedo guy" Twitter message at the heart of the case was an "off-the-cuff" insult hurriedly written in anger and not meant to be taken literally.The chief executive of electric carmaker Tesla Inc and founder of rocket company SpaceX also acknowledged in a packed Los Angeles federal courtroom his net worth, mostly from stock holdings in those two companies, was ab
  
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• Recaro goes further off-road with weekend warrior and dirt-track race seats

  04-12-2019 22:21
  
  Filed under:Aftermarket,Etc.,Off-RoadContinue reading Recaro goes further off-road with weekend warrior and dirt-track race seats Recaro goes further off-road with weekend warrior and dirt-track race seats originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 16:21:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Cadillac XT6 earns IIHS Top Safety Pick award

  04-12-2019 21:43
  
  Filed under:Cadillac,Safety,Crossover,LuxuryContinue reading 2020 Cadillac XT6 earns IIHS Top Safety Pick award 2020 Cadillac XT6 earns IIHS Top Safety Pick award originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 15:43:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Bugatti won't make a hybrid, but an EV remains on the table

  04-12-2019 21:33
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Green,Green,Bugatti,Electric,Future,PerformanceContinue reading Bugatti won't make a hybrid, but an EV remains on the table Bugatti won't make a hybrid, but an EV remains on the table originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 15:33:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 'Most expensive safety deposit box in the world' has a Rolls-Royce ferry

  04-12-2019 20:22
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Rolls-Royce,LuxuryContinue reading 'Most expensive safety deposit box in the world' has a Rolls-Royce ferry 'Most expensive safety deposit box in the world' has a Rolls-Royce ferry originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 14:22:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Great slot car racing gifts for the holidays

  04-12-2019 20:13
  
  Filed under:Affiliate PostsContinue reading Great slot car racing gifts for the holidays Great slot car racing gifts for the holidays originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 14:13:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ford using McDonald's coffee bean skin in car parts

  04-12-2019 19:54
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Ford,Green AutomakersContinue reading Ford using McDonald's coffee bean skin in car parts Ford using McDonald's coffee bean skin in car parts originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 13:54:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet enters production at Osnabrück

  04-12-2019 19:18
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,Volkswagen,Convertible,CrossoverContinue reading Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet enters production at Osnabrück Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet enters production at Osnabrück originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 13:18:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BMW finally makes Apple CarPlay free

  04-12-2019 18:46
  
  Filed under:Technology,BMW,Technology,Infotainment,Smartphone,LuxuryContinue reading BMW finally makes Apple CarPlay free BMW finally makes Apple CarPlay free originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 12:46:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Dodge Durango SRT Drivers' Notes | When excess is a good thing

  04-12-2019 17:53
  
  Filed under:Reviews,Dodge,New Car Reviews,SUV,PerformanceContinue reading 2020 Dodge Durango SRT Drivers' Notes | When excess is a good thing 2020 Dodge Durango SRT Drivers' Notes | When excess is a good thing originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 11:53:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe priced under $39,000

  04-12-2019 17:27
  
  Filed under:BMW,Luxury,sedanContinue reading 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe priced under $39,000 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe priced under $39,000 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 11:27:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Kia Picanto review – pictures

  04-12-2019 17:15
  Pictures of the Kia Picanto in GT-Line trim on test in the UK
  
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• Kia Picanto review – images

  04-12-2019 17:15
  Pictures of the 2020 Kia Picanto
  
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• Bond does a machine-gunning Aston Martin donut in first 'No Time to Die' trailer

  04-12-2019 17:09
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/Movies,Aston Martin,VideosContinue reading Bond does a machine-gunning Aston Martin donut in first 'No Time to Die' trailer Bond does a machine-gunning Aston Martin donut in first 'No Time to Die' trailer originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 11:09:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Range Rover Sport Luggage Test | Beware of clonked heads

  04-12-2019 17:00
  
  Filed under:Land Rover,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryContinue reading 2020 Range Rover Sport Luggage Test | Beware of clonked heads 2020 Range Rover Sport Luggage Test | Beware of clonked heads originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 11:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Audi TT review: a high class coupe with plenty of style

  04-12-2019 16:45
  
  The Audi TT is a truly accessible sports car; stylish and good to drive, with a well-crafted interior and impressive onboard technology
  
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• Audi TT review

  04-12-2019 16:45
  
  The Audi TT backs up its head-turning looks with an engaging drive and plenty of tech
  
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• New Mercedes GLE 400 d Coupe 2019 review

  04-12-2019 16:28
  
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  Image 1 of 25 4 Dec, 2019 11:00pmRichard Ingram
  The Mercedes GLE 400 d Coupe is the latest SUV from Mercedes but does it offer anything extra over the standard GLE?Mercedes has an SUV range that now spans eight distinct models, together accounting for a third of the maker’s global sales. A new version, therefore, no matter how niche, is big news for both the brand and its customers. 
  The GLE Coupe, first launched in 2015, is back for a second generation – and despi
  
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• Our first look at the Peugeot hypercar for Le Mans

  04-12-2019 16:27
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Peugeot,Coupe,Hybrid,Racing,Performance,SupercarsContinue reading Our first look at the Peugeot hypercar for Le Mans Our first look at the Peugeot hypercar for Le Mans originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 10:27:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Jaguar design boss wants to develop more sportscars

  04-12-2019 16:21
  
  Jonathan Burn2019-12-04 15:00
  New Jaguar F-Type could be joined by another model if new design director gets his wayJaguar’s new design director, Julian Thomson, has told Auto Express that he wants to create more sports cars, now that he’s at the head of the British firm’s design department.
  The updated Jaguar F-Type, the firm’s only sports car, is the first new model to be launched under Thomson’s tenure as design director, but Thomson is keen to strengthen Jaguar&
  
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• Jaguar design boss wants to develop more sports cars

  04-12-2019 16:21
  
  Jonathan Burn2019-12-04 15:00
  New Jaguar F-Type could be joined by another model if new design director gets his wayJaguar’s new design director, Julian Thomson, has told Auto Express that he wants to create more sports cars, now that he’s at the head of the British firm’s design department.
  The updated Jaguar F-Type, the firm’s only sports car, is the first new model to be launched under Thomson’s tenure as design director, but Thomson is keen to strengthen Jaguar&
  
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• Porsche developing four-motor electric powertrain for an SUV

  04-12-2019 16:18
  
  Filed under:Green,Porsche,Technology,Crossover,SUV,Electric,PerformanceContinue reading Porsche developing four-motor electric powertrain for an SUV Porsche developing four-motor electric powertrain for an SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 10:18:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Trump administration could still impose tariffs on imported cars

  04-12-2019 15:30
  
  Filed under:Government/LegalU.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said on Tuesday the Trump administration has not ruled out imposing tariffs on imported autos, after letting a review period end in November with no action.U.S. President Donald Trump did not announce any new tariffs after a six-month, self-imposed review period expired in mid-November following a Commerce Department "Section 232" investigation into whether imported autos pose a national security threat.Continue reading Trump admini
  
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• Buick will go sedan-free by killing the Regal after 2020

  04-12-2019 15:13
  
  Filed under:Auto News,Buick,Wagon,sedanContinue reading Buick will go sedan-free by killing the Regal after 2020 Buick will go sedan-free by killing the Regal after 2020 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 09:13:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Here's your chance to own a first-year Dodge Viper with just 333 miles

  04-12-2019 15:00
  
  Filed under:Dodge,Convertible,Performance,ClassicsContinue reading Here's your chance to own a first-year Dodge Viper with just 333 miles Here's your chance to own a first-year Dodge Viper with just 333 miles originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 09:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• McLaren looks to Asia and hybrid cars as next steps toward IPO

  04-12-2019 14:45
  
  Filed under:Green,McLaren,PerformanceBritish exotic sports car maker McLaren Automotive will bank on expanded sales in Asia and a new generation of hybrid cars as it steers toward a potential public offering, the company's chief executive said on Tuesday."We need to put more cars into Asia," McLaren CEO Mike Flewitt said in a meeting with reporters in Detroit.Sales of McLaren's carbon fibre and aluminium sports cars, which start at about $200,000 in the United States, have fallen in the United K
  
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• Hyundai's $52 billion plan focuses on electric, autonomous vehicles

  04-12-2019 14:33
  
  Filed under:Green,Hyundai,Autonomous,Electric,Future,Hybrid,HydrogenHyundai Motor plans to invest about 61.1 trillion won ($51.81 billion) between 2020 and 2025, the company said on Wednesday, with a third of the expenditure focused on electric and autonomous vehicles, but analysts want to see it deliver.Shares in Hyundai rose as much as 2% on the news, only to give up most of their gains by the close of trade, with analysts waiting to see how its intentions translate into action."Its announceme
  
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• 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium Second Drive | The best 4Runner value

  04-12-2019 14:00
  
  Filed under:Toyota,Quick Spins,SUV,Off-RoadContinue reading 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium Second Drive | The best 4Runner value 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium Second Drive | The best 4Runner value originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Dec 2019 08:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 'Jaguar in good shape for a transformative 2020'

  04-12-2019 13:08
  
  Steve Fowler2019-12-05 10:58
  2020 is set to transform Jaguar's future forever and the new Jaguar F-Type is leading the charge, says Editor-in-chief Steve FowlerJaguar had, for a while, been seen as the poor relation in the JLR family. At one stage, Land Rover was selling more Evoques alone than Jaguar was selling of its entire model range. 
  That changed with the arrival of the F-Pace and E-Pace SUVs, while the multi-award-winning I-Pace has really helped move the brand into a new electrifie
  
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• Volvo passes 2018 full year sales in November in several markets

  04-12-2019 12:46
  
  Geely's Volvo Cars said it had "maintained strong sales momentum in November" with global volume up 11.6% year on year.
  
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• Faurecia and Devialet team on sound solutions

  04-12-2019 12:46
  
  Faurecia and Devialet have announced a partnership to develop sound solutions for automakers.
  
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• Look ma, no spark plugs (some of the time)

  04-12-2019 12:45
  In the hundred-plus years of the automobile, certain technology has bubbled to the top and largely stayed there. Pistons still go up and down (or side to side) inside engines. Despite the occasional flirt with rotaries (tip sealing problems) and alternatives such as the Orbital. Petrol motors have spark plugs, diesels work on compression ignition. Friction clutches separate engine from gearbox so you can change a box of cogs essentially unchanged since the dawn of time. Automatics are
  
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• Tesla Model X biffs Porsche Taycan in Thatcham test

  04-12-2019 12:30
  The Porsche Taycan and Tesla Model X have been tested by Euro NCAP and, though both received five-star ratings, the Tesla showed stronger safety performance in key assessment categories.
  
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• McDonald's waste to enter Ford supply chain

  04-12-2019 12:11
  A byproduct of coffee bean roasting at McDonald's will soon be used by Ford to make vehicle parts such as headlamp housings.
  
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• Variety of powertrains for upcoming 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale

  04-12-2019 12:00
  Leaks reveal that Alfa Romeo's Tonale SUV will have petrol, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, with a full-EV version also likely further down the line
  
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• New Alfa Romeo Tonale SUV spied ahead of 2022 release

  04-12-2019 12:00
  Alfa Romeo’s Tonale compact SUV nears production as on-road testing begins
  
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• New Alfa Romeo Tonale plug-in hybrid priced from £44,595

  04-12-2019 12:00
  PHEV joins ranks of Alfa Romeo’s small SUV with more power and 49 miles of electric range
  
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• New 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale SUV: UK prices and specs revealed

  04-12-2019 12:00
  Full prices and specs have been revealed for Alfa’s long-awaited BMW X1 rival
  
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• New 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale SUV marks dawn of new era for Italian brand

  04-12-2019 12:00
  The Alfa Romeo Tonale SUV arrives with sporty handling, new tech and plug-in hybrid power
  
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• New 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale marks dawn of new era

  04-12-2019 12:00
  The Alfa Romeo Tonale SUV arrives with sporty handling, new tech and plug-in hybrid power
  
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• 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale to be revealed on 8 February

  04-12-2019 12:00
  New Alfa Romeo Tonale will rival Audi’s Q3, the Mercedes GLA and the Volvo XC40
  
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• 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale engine specs uncovered

  04-12-2019 12:00
  Leaks reveal that Alfa Romeo's Tonale SUV will have petrol, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, with a full-EV version also likely further down the line
  
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• 2022 Alfa Romeo Tonale caught winter testing, revealing final design details

  04-12-2019 12:00
  Two Alfa Romeo Tonale pre-production cars have been spied winter testing with less camouflage than before
  
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• CEE - start-ups look to create own identity - Konnect

  04-12-2019 11:29
  Volkswagen Group subsidiary, Konnect says start-ups are increasingly distinguishing themselves from traditional suppliers as their disruptive nature continues to gather pace.
  
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• China revises NEV sales target to 25% by 2025

  04-12-2019 11:21
  
  China is revising its 2025 sales target for new energy vehicles to 25% of total car sales from the current of 20%, according to a government paper released this week.
  
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• Renault invests in micro-mobility with Nino Robotics

  04-12-2019 10:59
  
  Renault's Social and Sustainable Impact Department has signed a partnership with Nino Robotics, designer of a new type of seated, personal transporters aimed at changing the perception of transport solutions adapted to people with disabilities or reduced mobility.
  
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• Lucid starts construction at Arizona EV factory

  04-12-2019 10:57
  
  Lucid Motors, together with Arizona Governor, Doug Ducey, the Arizona Commerce Authority and local officials, have marked the start of construction of its electric vehicle manufacturing facility in Casa Grande.
  
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• Daimler Mobility and Geely Technology team on China ride-hailing

  04-12-2019 10:51
  
  Daimler Mobility and Geely Technology Group, a subsidiary of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, have unveiled ride-hailing provider, StarRides in China with inaugural services to start in Hangzhou this month (December, 2019).
  
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• Hyundai launches its US$51bn Strategy 2025 roadmap

  04-12-2019 10:41
  Hyundai Motor announced plans to invest KRW61 trillion (US$51bn) over the next six years to strengthen its car making operations and also to develop its smart mobility solutions business.
  
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