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New Ford F-150 Raptor Answers Call of the Wild
Ford’s excitement starts with an increase in the Raptor’s off-roading capability, driven by a 3.5L EcoBoost V-6 and a 10-speed automatic transmission that, with help from a redesigned five-link rear suspension, will make driving among the cacti an easy task.
By Sebastian Blanco • Feb. 3, 2021 -
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Cadillac’s High-Output CT4-V, CT5-V Blackwings Take Flight
The new Blackwing models get loads of carbon fiber inside and out, low-profile tires, 6-speed manual transmissions, aggressively bolstered seats and the world’s fastest-responding suspension but, oddly enough, no Blackwing 4.2L V-8.
By Tom Murphy • Feb. 2, 2021 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineArtificial Intelligence
Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.
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Automotive R&D Budgets Take a Hit
Almost all automakers and suppliers reduced R&D spending last year, analyst Tawid Khan says during a Society of Automotive Analysts outlook discussion.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 29, 2021 -
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FCA Pleads Guilty for Role in UAW Scandal
U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider says FCA conspired to make improper payments to high-ranking UAW officials which were used for everything from personal mortgage expenses, lavish parties and entertainment expenses.
By Joseph Szczesny • Jan. 28, 2021 -
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Lincoln Comfortably Atop Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart
According to iSpot’s Ace Metrix, the Corsair ad scored above the norm across all industries, scoring high with viewers for attention, likability, watchability and desire.
By Jim Irwin • Jan. 27, 2021 -
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BMW M5 CS is Most Powerful M Model Yet
The M5 CS runs a lightly reworked version of the sixth-generation M5’s twin-turbocharged 4.4L V-8 producing 626 hp and 553 lb.-ft. of torque. This is 9 hp more and the same torque loading as that offered by the M5 Competition.
By Greg Kable • Jan. 26, 2021 -
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All-New 2021 Buick Envision Crossover on Sale Now
The new Envision gets overhauled styling, updated tech and safety features, and upscale options. The base Preferred trim carries a starting price of $32,995.
By Chris Teague • Jan. 22, 2021 -
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Revived Jeep Wagoneer Now in Big SUV Fight
Jeep jumps into the three-row SUV segment with the revived Wagoneer models that are scheduled to go on sale by the third quarter, assembled at Stellantis’ truck plant in Warren, MI.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 21, 2021 -
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Subaru Again Leads Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart
The No.1 ad for the week of Jan. 11 features a Subaru Crosstrek and a woman and her granddaughter creating memories on a road trip.
By Jim Irwin • Jan. 21, 2021 -
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VW Confirms Advanced New Project Trinity EV Concept
Project Trinity is meant to act as a figurehead for the company’s EV development, introducing a new platform, advanced autonomous driving and neural network functions and fully networked production processes.
By Greg Kable • Jan. 21, 2021 -
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Stellantis More Than Sum of Its FCA-PSA Parts, CEO Says
CEO Carlos Tavares says Stellantis is not planning to cut jobs, close factories or eliminate any of the brands it is inheriting from FCA or PSA.
By Joseph Szczesny • Jan. 20, 2021 -
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A Glimpse Into the Automotive Crystal Ball
Automakers are in the planning stages for Vehicle Valets. These systems will keep drivers and passengers safe, informed, entertained and productive.
By Willard Tu • Jan. 20, 2021 -
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Renault’s ‘Renaulution’ Plan Focuses on Profitability
The strategy spelled out by CEO Luca de Meo also commits the group’s brands to a shift away from traditional manufacturing and toward becoming a service provider in the areas of energy, technology/data and mobility.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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Subaru Has Most-Seen Auto Ad
The first-place commercial for the week of Jan. 4 shows a woman and her granddaughter on a road trip in a Crosstrek.
By Jim Irwin • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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High-Tech Training Key to ’22 Acura MDX Production
Associates trained for new tasks in a virtual environment using touchscreens that allowed them to practice on virtual elements before handling physical parts to install, says Acura training director Joey Sippel.
By Joseph Szczesny • Jan. 14, 2021 -
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Cadillac Celestiq, Cargo Pods, Societal Challenges Part of GM’s CES Pitch
The 50-minute pre-recorded presentation was an opportunity for GM designers and engineers – and a few guests – to cover broadly the challenges and potential solutions in future mobility.
By Tom Murphy • Jan. 12, 2021 -
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Hyundai Elantra, Ford F-150, Mustang Mach-E Named Car, Truck, Utility of the Year
Affordability, technology and innovation gave winners edge in top vehicle awards.
By Drew Winter • Jan. 11, 2021 -
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Toyota Ends Czech Republic Joint Venture With PSA
The Kolin plant has built the Toyota Aygo, Peugeot 108 and Citroën C1 A-segment city cars since 2005, and it will continue production of the vehicles for both Toyota and PSA.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 11, 2021 -
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Chevrolet’s Growth Plan: More Hardware, More Software
Steven Hill, GM vice president, says Chevrolet was the fastest-growing “full-line brand” in 2020. The average transaction price for vehicles increased 6%, helping drive Chevy dealers’ profitability to an all-time high, he says.
By Joseph Szczesny • Jan. 7, 2021 -
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Jeep Enters 2021 With Most-Seen Auto Ad
The top ad for the week of Dec. 28 proclaims Jeep is “more than a legendary SUV brand – it’s a community.”
By Jim Irwin • Jan. 7, 2021 -
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Jeep Introduces All-New Grand Cherokee L With Room For 7
Adding another row to the Grand Cherokee has been part of Jeep's plans for a long time. The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L will be built at FCA’s Detroit Assembly Complex and first deliveries are scheduled for second-quarter 2021.
By Sebastian Blanco • Jan. 7, 2021 -
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Resilient Supply Chain Helps VW Finish 2020 Strong
“Yes, it was ragged. Yes, chaotic. Yes, we had to do things like put parts on airplanes” to keep assembly lines running, VW’s Scott Keogh says. In the face of COVID-19, VW’s U.S. sales were down 10% from 2019, compared to 15% for the industry overall, he says.
By Jim Henry • Jan. 6, 2021 -
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Toyota, Lexus End Tough Sales Year on High Notes
“It was frightening,” Lexus executive Andrew Gilleland says of plummeting spring sales. Toyota Motor North America finished 2020 with sales of 2.1 million vehicles, a volume decrease of 11.3% from 2019.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 5, 2021 -
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Nissan, Brie Larson Had Most-Seen Auto Ad of 2020
Overall, automakers generated 350.5 billion TV ad impressions from Jan. 1 through Dec. 20 – the most of any industry that advertised on TV this year (excluding network promos). Sports were a key driver of impressions.
By Jim Irwin • Dec. 23, 2020 -
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Alfa Romeo Takes Wraps Off 4C Spider Stradale Tributo
Only 33 units of the mid-engine 4C Spider will be produced for North America. The release of the special-edition coupe accompanies the end of 4C production for North America.
By Jim Irwin • Dec. 22, 2020
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