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• It sure seems like Toyota’s other hybrids are eating the Prius’ lunch

  03-01-2020 22:49
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Toyota,HybridContinue reading It sure seems like Toyota’s other hybrids are eating the Prius’ lunch It sure seems like Toyota’s other hybrids are eating the Prius’ lunch originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 16:49:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New car sales down, emissions up in expected 2019 figures

  03-01-2020 21:08
  
  Steve Fowler2020-01-06 05:30
  Registration figures likely to show a seven-year low, while average CO2 emissions expected to show an increaseNew car registration figures for 2019 are expected to show a drop of around 2.3 per cent when they’re released later this morning. 
  With a total likely to be around 2.33million, 2019 will be the worst year for new car registrations since 2013, in spite of the month of December expected to show a year-on-year increase.
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• This wonderful 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC AMG Widebody is up for auction

  03-01-2020 20:08
  
  Filed under:Mercedes-Benz,Car Buying,Used Car Buying,Coupe,ClassicsContinue reading This wonderful 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC AMG Widebody is up for auction This wonderful 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC AMG Widebody is up for auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 14:08:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Cat takes a 130-mile trip under the hood of a car

  03-01-2020 19:20
  
  Filed under:Weird Car NewsContinue reading Cat takes a 130-mile trip under the hood of a car Cat takes a 130-mile trip under the hood of a car originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 13:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2019 Subaru Forester Long-Term Update | It's gold wheel time!

  03-01-2020 19:04
  
  Filed under:Reviews,Subaru,Long-Term Garage,CrossoverContinue reading 2019 Subaru Forester Long-Term Update | It's gold wheel time! 2019 Subaru Forester Long-Term Update | It's gold wheel time! originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 13:04:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mercedes-AMG A 35 Saloon 2020 review

  03-01-2020 19:01
  
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  Image 1 of 16 3 Jan, 2020 5:45pmJames Brodie
  Can the Mercedes-AMG A 35 saloon offer the same thrills as the hatchback, but with added practicalitySuddenly, Mercedes appears to be making a lot of small fast cars. If you’re in the market for a compact AMG-badged Merc, you’re spoilt for choice. While the original A 45 hatch has been produced since 2013, Merc has now added the lower-powered A 35 to the range, with Volkswagen Golf R-rivalling performance.
  And now this e
  
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• Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra could get independent rear suspension

  03-01-2020 19:01
  
  Filed under:Chevrolet,GMC,TruckContinue reading Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra could get independent rear suspension Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra could get independent rear suspension originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 13:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• New Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 2020 review

  03-01-2020 18:58
  
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  Image 1 of 19 3 Jan, 2020 5:45pmJames Howe
  Mercedes’ A-Class based CLA four-door coupe has performance option. How does the Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 stack up?The Mercedes CLA rounds off the wider A-Class line-up as a stylish four-door coupe or Shooting Brake estate that takes more than a little inspiration from the larger CLS. 
  The fact that the A-Class Saloon exists at the same time as the CLA is testament to Mercedes’ fondness for niche-filling – as is the
  
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• Subaru of America breaks sales record with 700K

  03-01-2020 18:53
  
  Subaru of America has set an eleventh consecutive annual sales record, crossing the 700,000 mark in the process. The USA is easily Subaru's largest market. Sales in 2019 again outpaced Hyundai Motor America (688,771) and were almost double those of Volkswagen (363,322).
  
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• Ford GT40

  03-01-2020 18:00
  
  Commissioned from Eric Broadley, the owner and design guru of successful English racing car builder Lola Cars, the legendary Ford GT40 was developed purely to beat Ferrari in sports car races.
  The two brands weren’t natural competitors, but Enzo Ferrari famously upset Henry Ford II after unilaterally pulling out of talks about a possible takeover of Ferrari. Ford had already spent a fortune on putting the deal together, and wasn’t a happy bunny.
  Determined to humiliate the Italians o
  
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• Cadillac Type 53

  03-01-2020 18:00
  
  Not many people have heard of the Cadillac Type 53. Why? Well for starters it was designed, built and sold mainly in the US, secondly, it was only available for a single year in 1916 and thirdly, it wasn’t even very popular!
  Every modern driver owes the little-known Cadillac a debt of gratitude though, because it was the first car to introduce driving controls in the layout we use today. That means with three pedals for accelerator, brake and clutch (set out in the right order), and a gear
  
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• Best American cars of all time - Ford GT40

  03-01-2020 18:00
  
  The Ford GT40 is an iconic 60's racer which famously upset Ferrari at Le Mans
  
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• Best American cars of all time - Cadillac Type 53

  03-01-2020 18:00
  
  If you can drive a manual car then say thanks to the Cadillac Type 53, the first car with the accelerator, brake and clutch in the right places
  
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• Best American cars of all time

  03-01-2020 18:00
  
  The culture surrounding American cars is incredibly diverse, and it can mean different things to different people. The quintessential US motor is the American muscle car, with monstrous V8s and aggressive styling. But other iconic looks include the chrome and fins of the 1950s, the Al Capone gangster era, and of course hot-rod and drag racing machines as well.
  Meanwhile, there are historic American cars to consider from the birth of the motor car, such as the unmistakable Model T Ford. Fast forw
  
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• Auto industry closes out 2019 with record-high transaction prices, incentive spending

  03-01-2020 17:49
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Plants/ManufacturingContinue reading Auto industry closes out 2019 with record-high transaction prices, incentive spending Auto industry closes out 2019 with record-high transaction prices, incentive spending originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 11:49:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Top 10 best small 4x4s to buy 2023

  03-01-2020 17:45
  Need off-road capability but without the bulk? Take a look our top 10 small 4x4s
  
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• Best small 4x4s to buy 2022

  03-01-2020 17:45
  Need 4x4 capability without big SUV fuel bills? Take a look our top 10 small 4x4s instead
  
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• Best small 4x4s to buy 2021

  03-01-2020 17:45
  
  Small 4x4s deliver a great mix of talents for drivers needing practicality, off-road ability and rugged style in a single package. These cars deliver all of these to varying degrees, and here we've listed 10 of the best that cover a range of styles, shapes and sizes.
  The small 4x4 class has changed beyond recognition in recent years and, if you're after a small 4x4, there are plenty of alternatives out there. If it's off-road ability you need, then the Fiat Panda 4x4 remains a star tur
  
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• Best small 4x4s to buy 2020/2021

  03-01-2020 17:45
  
  Small 4x4s deliver a great mix of talents for drivers needing practicality, off-road ability and rugged style in a single package. These cars deliver all of these to varying degrees, and here we've listed 10 of the best that cover a range of styles, shapes and sizes.
  The small 4x4 class has changed beyond recognition in recent years and, if you're after a small 4x4, there are plenty of alternatives out there. If it's off-road ability you need, then the Fiat Panda 4x4 remains a star tur
  
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• Best small 4x4s 2024: compare small 4WD cars

  03-01-2020 17:45
  Need off-road capability in a compact package? Take a look the best small 4x4s
  
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• Best small 4x4s 2020

  03-01-2020 17:45
  
  Small 4x4s deliver a great mix of talents for drivers needing practicality, off-road ability and rugged style in a single package. These cars deliver all of these to varying degrees, and here we've listed 10 of the best that cover a range of styles, shapes and sizes.
  The small 4x4 class has changed beyond recognition in recent years. Up until recently, the only genuine small 4x4 you could buy was the Suzuki Jimny. That car is still in production largely unchanged after more than 20 years on sale
  
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• This portable car jump starter is 29% off for the next 4 hours

  03-01-2020 17:33
  
  Filed under:Affiliate PostsIt's never a bad idea to have a portable jump starter in your trunk in case your battery dies and no one is around to help. This one has hundreds of positive ratings on Amazon and is currently on sale for just $42.49.Continue reading This portable car jump starter is 29% off for the next 4 hours This portable car jump starter is 29% off for the next 4 hours originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 11:33:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink&
  
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• Used Kia Carens review

  03-01-2020 17:12
  
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  Image 1 of 10 5 Jan, 2020 11:00amRichard Dredge
  A full used buyer’s guide on the Kia Carens covering the Carens Mk3 (2013-date)With SUVs now making up around a third of all new-car sales, it’s easy to forget that people carriers were once the darlings of the dealer forecourt. And, just as off-roaders started at the larger, more expensive end of the market before trickling down to crossover size and smaller, MPVs began at the bigger end of the market, too, until their po
  
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• Segway is bringing an electric motorcycle to CES that does 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds

  03-01-2020 17:02
  
  Filed under:Technology,Green,Green,Technology,Motorcycle,Electric,PerformanceContinue reading Segway is bringing an electric motorcycle to CES that does 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds Segway is bringing an electric motorcycle to CES that does 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 11:02:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 Luggage Test | What you'd expect

  03-01-2020 17:00
  
  Filed under:Green,Volvo,Crossover,SUV,LuxuryContinue reading 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 Luggage Test | What you'd expect 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 Luggage Test | What you'd expect originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 11:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• BlackBerry and Damon Motorcycles are collaborating on an electric superbike

  03-01-2020 16:59
  
  Filed under:Green,CES,BikesContinue reading BlackBerry and Damon Motorcycles are collaborating on an electric superbike BlackBerry and Damon Motorcycles are collaborating on an electric superbike originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 10:59:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Tesla cuts price for made-in-China Model 3 by 16%

  03-01-2020 16:30
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,Government/Legal,Green,Plants/Manufacturing,TeslaU.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc cut the starting price for its China-made Model 3 sedans by 16% to 299,050 yuan($42,919) after receiving Chinese subsidies for electric vehicles, according to its China website.The reduction, partly thanks to 24,750 yuan of subsidies, from an earlier 355,800 yuan is among a slew of adjustments Tesla has made to its sales policy in China, including tweaking prices for car accesso
  
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• BMW M3 E30 - Best BMW M cars

  03-01-2020 16:30
  Hailed as one of the best-handling cars ever, the original M3 is a nailed-on classic
  
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• Chinese automaker Lixiang plans $500 million U.S. stock IPO

  03-01-2020 16:26
  
  Filed under:Earnings/Financials,GreenContinue reading Chinese automaker Lixiang plans $500 million U.S. stock IPO Chinese automaker Lixiang plans $500 million U.S. stock IPO originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 10:26:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Duesenberg Model J

  03-01-2020 16:20
  
  The Duesenberg Model J is revered amongst enthusiasts as it was once considered the finest car on sale. It’s certainly true of American manufactured models, but not such a clear-cut case when you factor in European rivals such as Rolls-Royce, Bugatti or Maybach.
  Still, there’s no doubting the Model J’s magnificence. The car even inspired an expression occasionally still in use for wonderful things today – it’s a doozy!
  Following its launch in 1928 – ironically
  
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• Best American cars of all time - Duesenberg Model J

  03-01-2020 16:20
  
  The Duesenberg Model J is a prime example of 1920s luxury
  
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• Tesla Model S

  03-01-2020 16:00
  
  Tesla’s Model S is not just one of the best electric American cars, it is one of the best electric cars, period. This is a seriously impressive feat when you think about how new to making cars Tesla is (compared to marques such as Ford). 
  The Model S is a large saloon car that runs on electricity alone - but it's not limited to a short 150-mile range like some battery-powered vehicles. Since the first UK-market Model S arrived in 2014 Tesla has regularly revised and improved its saloo
  
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• Jeep Wrangler

  03-01-2020 16:00
  
  The Jeep Wrangler is the US equivalent of the Land Rover Defender. Its looks hark back to the Willys Jeep from World War II, but the latest iteration of this American icon was launched in 2019. 
  There’s talent to back up the rugged styling, as the four-wheel-drive machine’s off-road ability has to be tried to be believed. Whatever the terrain, the Wrangler will find grip, especially in top-spec Rubicon trim which features locking differentials in both axles. In addition to this,
  
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• BMW M635 CSi E24 - Best BMW M cars

  03-01-2020 16:00
  The shark nose M635 CSi exudes retro charm today but still packs a mighty punch
  
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• BMW M5 F10 - Best BMW M cars

  03-01-2020 16:00
  The F10 M5 moved from V10 to V8 power, proving that downsizing isn't all bad
  
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• BMW M5 E60/E61 Touring - Best BMW M cars

  03-01-2020 16:00
  
  M car estates are a rare breed but the E61 M5 Touring has an F1-inspired V10 engine to make it well worth seeking out and the E60 saloon wasn't bad either
  
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• BMW M5 E39 - Best BMW M cars

  03-01-2020 16:00
  
  The E39 BMW M5 was the car that started the German saloon horsepower war
  
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• BMW M5 E28 - Best BMW M cars

  03-01-2020 16:00
  
  The mighty BMW M5 E28 remains one of the finest performance saloons ever
  
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• BMW M3 E46 - Best BMW M cars

  03-01-2020 16:00
  Great looks, great performance and a hardcore limited-run model to boot, the E46 BMW M3 had it all
  
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• BMW 3.0 CSL E9 - Best BMW M cars

  03-01-2020 16:00
  
  Known as 'The Batmobile' the BMW 3.0 CSL was a proper homologation special for the road
  
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• Best BMW M cars ever

  03-01-2020 16:00
  With a legendary roster of fabulous performance cars in its illustrious history, here's our pick of the M power crop...
  
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• Best American cars of all time - Tesla Model S

  03-01-2020 16:00
  The Tesla Model S shows that the US offers more than gas-guzzling V8's
  
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• Best American cars of all time - Jeep Wrangler

  03-01-2020 16:00
  
  Need to go off-road? The Jeep Wrangler has you covered
  
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• Audi E-Tron GT getting RS treatment; E-Tron Sportback might, too

  03-01-2020 15:49
  
  Filed under:Green,Audi,Coupe,Electric,Future,Luxury,Performance,sedanContinue reading Audi E-Tron GT getting RS treatment; E-Tron Sportback might, too Audi E-Tron GT getting RS treatment; E-Tron Sportback might, too originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 3 Jan 2020 09:49:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Brussels motor show world debuts

  03-01-2020 15:48
  
  The 98th Brussels motor show takes place later this month. So far, Groupe PSA is the only OEM to have announced world premieres.
  
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• 2020 Brussels motor show world debuts

  03-01-2020 15:48
  
  Groupe Renault and Groupe PSA were the two main OEMs with world premieres at the 98th Brussels motor show.
  
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• Ghosn gone, lidar and a mobile boutique hotel - the week

  03-01-2020 15:45
  
  The first week back after the holidays is often a strange one, the world not quite geared up for business as usual with the occasional dollop of surreal happenings thrown into the early January not-much-news-about mix.
  
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• US vehicle sales forecast to top 17m for 2019

  03-01-2020 15:41
  
  Analysts at Cox Automotive predict that the US light vehicle market (data will be out early next week) for 2019 will have exceeded 17m units for a record 5th straight year.
  
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• Police cars: the world's best and worst

  03-01-2020 15:30
  
  A police car is supposed to strike fear and offer reassurance across the world, with citizens knowing that the police are out and about keeping the world a safer place. However, police cars can be quite dull and tedious. There are one or two exceptions, but for the most part, the world’s police officers are left with very uninspiring vehicles to use. Below we have rounded up some of the more interesting police-issue machines, though, featuring everything from the fast and cool to the just
  
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• Taiwan company claims solid-state battery advance

  03-01-2020 15:28
  
  At CES 2020, Taiwan-based company ProLogium says it will share the result of a solid-state battery (SSB) pack solution it has developed for EVs, electric buses, electric two wheeled vehicles, and ESS applications. It claims its demo 'will be the most comprehensive demonstration of solid-state battery applications and performance in history'.
  
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