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Nissan’s New Qashqai Gets Familiar EREV Tech
Known in the U.S. as the Rogue Sport, the Nissan Qashqai goes on sale in Europe this summer with two powertrains, including the Nissan e-Power hybrid system.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 19, 2021 -
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Lincoln Returns to Top of Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart
In the top ad for the week of Feb. 8, which also topped the chart for one week in late January, Lincoln promises “comfort in the extreme” across its family of luxury utility vehicles, including the Corsair.
By Jim Irwin • Feb. 18, 2021 -
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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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Ford Going Exclusively Electric in Europe By 2030
The U.S. automaker says that by mid-2026, all of its passenger-vehicle range on the continent will be zero-emissions capable, either battery-electric or plug-in hybrid.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 17, 2021 -
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Infiniti Announces Details of 2022 QX55 Launch
The QX55 in Luxe trim will have an MSRP of $46,500 when it arrives at U.S. dealerships in April.
By Jim Irwin • Feb. 17, 2021 -
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Hyundai Plans Car-Subscription Program Rollout in Europe
The Moceancar subscription program will rent out cars for six-month periods, after which the client may choose a new car and renew the service for another six months or return the vehicle and cancel the contract.
By Jorge Palacios • Feb. 12, 2021 -
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Super Bowl LV Spotlight on Automaker Ads
Normally a bunch of automakers run Big Game ads, but this year was a little different, with only four brands coming out to play: Jeep, Cadillac, General Motors and Toyota.
By Jim Irwin • Feb. 10, 2021 -
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Riding Shotgun in Mercedes-Benz’s New Midsize Sedan
Given the success of the outgoing fourth-generation C-Class on sale in the U.S. since 2014, Mercedes-Benz was never going to stray too far away from it when developing its successor.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 9, 2021 -
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Audi Introduces e-tron GT Sedan
The third electric Audi production model draws heavily on the Porsche Taycan.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 9, 2021 -
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Semiconductor Shortage Could Hurt Ford’s Bottom Line
Ford next week will drop shifts at the Dearborn, MI, and Kansas City, MO, assembly plants that build the popular F-150 pickup truck.
By Joseph Szczesny • Feb. 5, 2021 -
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Nissan Customers Can Explore New Frontier
Going on sale this summer, the ’22 Nissan Frontier compact pickup arrives with a 310-hp V-6, sharp styling, best-in-class features and a load of new safety and convenience technologies.
By Chris Teague • Feb. 4, 2021 -
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Nissan Pathfinder Goes Back to Roots, Loses CVT
The Japanese automaker re-embraces the more rugged looks and character of the original Pathfinder on the all-new fifth-generation model, out this summer.
By Christie Schweinsberg • Feb. 4, 2021 -
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Blue Oval Thinking Green As Ford Promotes Sustainability
“Project Blue Oval” is a companywide initiative that aligns with Ford’s target of using 100% locally sourced renewable energy for all its manufacturing plants by 2035 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
By Joseph Szczesny • Feb. 4, 2021 -
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Lexus Leads Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart
According to an iSpot Ace Metrix survey, the top-ranked Lexus ad scored above the norm across all industries for likability and desire.
By Jim Irwin • Feb. 4, 2021 -
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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 -
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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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