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Mercedes-AMG to Unveil Limo-Ragtop Hybrid at Geneva
The lavishly equipped Mercedes-AMG model revives the evocative Landaulet nomenclature used on some of the German automaker’s most flamboyant and expensive creations.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 7, 2017 -
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Ford Expedition Goes Aluminum for ’18
The automaker packs the ’18 Expedition with technology, including more than 40 features and driver-assist systems it says are new to the model.
By David Zoia Editor • Feb. 7, 2017 -
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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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Dodge Adds ‘7-Seat Charger’ to SRT Mix
After more than a decade offering the 2-row Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT, FCA adds the 3-row Durango SRT to the mix, with much of the same performance along with seating for seven and the ability to tow 8,600 lbs.
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Toyota: Driver’s Training Should Educate on Autonomous Tech
Guardian-type autonomous systems that protect drivers by intervention should spur acceptance of true autonomous technology where vehicles operate on their own without restrictions.
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Toyota Thailand Refreshes Subcompact Leader Vios
Having received a new 1.5L engine last year, the facelifted Vios mainly focuses on exterior design more consistent with the brand’s family-friendly look.
By Edd Ellison • Feb. 3, 2017 -
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Imports Into Japan Up in 2016; Mercedes Leads Way
Japan Automobile Importers Assn. Chairman Peter Kronschnabl attributes imports’ recovery to automakers putting greater emphasis on new propulsion and driver-assistance technologies.
By Roger Schreffler • Feb. 3, 2017 -
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Chevy Won’t Let Go of No.1 Ad Spot
The brand’s focus-group parody ad for the LEGO Batmobile is serving the company well.
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Chevy Aims to Strike While Iron’s Hot
There’s good reason for optimism at GM’s bread-and-butter brand, which over the past 35 years consistently has dueled Ford as the No.1 make in the U.S.
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Australians Get Last Crack at Locally Built Commodore
GM Holden says the ʼ17 Commodore is packed with technology and hints at what’s to come in 2018’s foreign-built next-generation model. GM Holden is ending 83 years of local production in October.
By Alan Harman • Feb. 2, 2017 -
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Expedition, Lincoln Sales Roar in January
Ford sees a huge jump in Expedition sales in January, just as the Dearborn automaker prepares to launch an aluminum-bodied version of its large SUV. Lincoln continues its rebound, posting its best January in a decade.
By Bob Gritzinger • Feb. 1, 2017 -
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Thai Automakers Expect to Break 4-Year Slump in 2017
This year’s forecast sees car sales jumping 12.9% year-over-year to 316,000 units and CVs falling just 1.0% to 484,000.
By Alan Harman • Feb. 1, 2017 -
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CUVs Power Robust 2016 Sales for Nissan Spain
Nissan ranked eighth in sales and claimed a 5% share of the Spanish market in 2016. The automaker’s strength was in CUVs, where it held a 14% share of a segment that occupies nearly 25% of the overall market.
By Jorge Palacios • Feb. 1, 2017 -
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Hyundai Guardedly Optimistic on Genesis; Ioniq U.S. Sales to Begin
In a partial year of sale last year, Hyundai sold 6,166 Genesis G80 sedans and 782 G90s in the U.S.
By Roger Schreffler • Feb. 1, 2017 -
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Vauxhall to Add Local Flavor to London Motor Show
Besides Vauxhall, other brands signed up for the second edition of the Battersea Park show include Tesla, Aston Martin, Fiat, Hyundai, Nissan, Porsche and Zenos.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 31, 2017 -
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Honda Aims to Make Infotainment More User Friendly
Voice recognition is simplified and faster, while the display audio system has smartphone-like functionality.
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New JVs Give French Automaker Entrée to India Market
One JV sees PSA Group holding a majority stake in a company being set up with Hindustan Motors Finance to build and distribute PSA’s Peugeot and Citroen cars in India. The second JV seals a partnership between PSA and transmission and powertrain maker AVTEC.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 30, 2017 -
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Nissan U.K. Plant Smashes Production Record in 2016
Sunderland built 507,430 vehicles in 2016, beating the 2014 record of 500,238. Total volume at the plant is approaching 9 million units.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 30, 2017 -
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Toyota: No Regrets on Mexico Sourcing Plans
Prices of the Camry sedan, the vehicle with the highest U.S. content, would jump about $1,000 if a border tax comes into play, Toyota North America CEO Jim Lentz says. “That’s a pretty big hit to the consumer.”
By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 29, 2017 -
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Cadillac Carries On With New Dealer-Compensation Project
Project Pinnacle changes the system of financial rewards for dealers who meet brand expectations.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 28, 2017 -
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Slowing Market, Product Cadence Won’t Hamper Ford in 2017, Officials Say
Ford won’t make a big new-product splash until 2018 and beyond, but with a handful of key updated models, service initiatives such as Quick Lane and a still strong retail environment, officials express confidence as they head into the new year.
By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 28, 2017 -
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Audi: Dealers Should Embrace EV Movement
The U.S. importer plans to introduce three new battery-electric vehicles in the U.S. by 2020 and President Scott Keogh knows the brand will need its dealer body behind the effort if it is to be successful.
By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 27, 2017 -
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Ford Spain Eyes More Dividends From Product Overhaul
Ford Spain hopes to make further gains in 2017 with new models such as the Transit Custom Sport, a short-wheelbase variant of the Ford Custom 1-ton CV.
By Jorge Palacios • Jan. 27, 2017 -
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Mercedes-Benz Previews Next A-Class Sedan Styling
Aesthetics A design sculpture reveals styling direction of the next generation of Mercedes-Benz compact A-Class sedans and CUVs. The design eschews sharp creases for smoother, more sensual lines, says design boss Gorden Wagener.
By Greg Kable • Jan. 26, 2017 -
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Batmobile Keeps Chevy Atop Ad List
A playful 60-second ad for the Lego Batmobile, featuring Will Arnett as the voice of Batman, takes the No.1 slot this week.
By WardsAuto Staff • Jan. 26, 2017 -
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Nissan Wants to Sell More of Murano; Titan on Target
Within the midsize CUV segment, the Nissan Murano was one of the lower-volume models in 2016, outsold by entrants from Chevy, Toyota, Subaru, Ford, Hyundai and Honda.
Jan. 26, 2017
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