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Honda Debuts ‘Street Fighter’ Civic Concept Car
The automaker played it safe with earlier Civic designs. This time is different.
By Steve Finlay • April 1, 2015 -
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Mercedes GLE Is Nice, But About That Pickup…
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.NEW YORK – Will Mercedes-Benz join America’s pickup party?“We’re analyzing it,” Steve Cannon, head of Mercedes-Benz USA, says of the prospec...
By Steve Finlay 2 • April 1, 2015 -
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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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Subaru Taking STI to New Level
With a corporate initiative to establish STI as Subaru’s performance division, the automaker demonstrates how the right chassis and suspension components can make a world of difference. It’s not all about horsepower.
April 1, 2015 -
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Ford Deliveries Flat in March Despite Strong Mustang, Van Sales
Focus C-car and Fiesta B-car deliveries plummeted 11.0% and 21.9%, respectively, while the Fusion posted an 8.3% drop.
By Byron Pope • April 1, 2015 -
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Fourth-Gen Lexus RX Breaks Cover
The new RX is nearly 5 ins. longer than the model it replaces, and both conventional and hybrid RXs are expected to achieve 300 hp, up from 270 and 295, respectively, in the ’15 RX 350 and RX 450h.
April 1, 2015 -
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Infiniti Unveils Refreshed QX50 CUV in New York
Changes to the QX50 for ’16 largely are cosmetic and space-related, with a roomier rear seat one of the key updates.
April 1, 2015 -
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Nissan Tries to Stay Out of the Way of Its Dealers
The automaker seeks to improve a so-so standing among its retailers.
By Steve Finlay • April 1, 2015 -
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GM Expects Chevy Malibu Redesign to Resonate This Time
The latest iteration, which marks the Malibu’s third redesign in just over three years, will deliver on key customer demands such as fuel economy, value, technology, safety and distinctive design, GM executives predict.
By James M. Amend • April 1, 2015 -
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Cadillac CT6 Makes Much-Anticipated Debut
GM boasts the large luxury sedan due late this year in rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive layouts, will achieve levels of performance, efficiency, agility and technological marvel unseen in the segment.
By James M. Amend • March 31, 2015 -
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Third Wage Tier Gains Foothold at Four GM Plants
The third-tier workers get about $11 per hour and receive only minimal health care benefits and no pensions. They handle preassembly work of sorting and sequencing parts from outside suppliers.
By Joseph R. Szczesny • March 30, 2015 -
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Not Your Dad’s Lincoln Continental, But That Name Means Much at Ford
In a Q&A, Ford CEO Mark Fields discusses the power of the Continental brand and how the name inspired designers to create a concept car that debuts in New York.
By Steve Finlay • March 30, 2015 -
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Toyota to Offer $300-$635 Braking Safety Packages
Pre-collision braking, lane-departure alert, automatic high-beam headlights and adaptive cruise control are some of the technologies to be included in the new packages.
March 30, 2015 -
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Ford Refreshes Ranger, Everest for Hotly Contested ASEAN Markets
Ford has relied heavily on its midsize pickup for success in the region, but faces stiffening competition and a consumer shift that is putting more focus on car-like features in the segment.
By Edd Ellison • March 30, 2015 -
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BMW’s Clean Sheet EV
The i3 is purpose-designed to provide something approaching BMW performance and handling, along with ultra-high efficiency.
By Gary Witzenburg • March 26, 2015 -
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Automakers Scrambling to Keep Afloat in Volatile Russian Market
Russian analysts say most automakers will stay in the market despite the country’s uncertain political and economic picture.
By Byron Pope • March 26, 2015 -
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Toyota Malaysia Assembling Camry Hybrid Locally
Contract assembler ASSB will operate and manage the line producing three variants, the Camry 2.5 hybrid, Camry 2.0G and Camry 2.0E.
By Alan Harman • March 25, 2015 -
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Ford Touts Technology, Design, Dynamics of ’15 Edge
The ’15 model comes with a number of technology features, including active-grille shutters, adaptive-cruise control, start-stop and active-park assist.
By Byron Pope • March 24, 2015 -
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Ford Changan Opens New Assembly Plant
The plant plays a key role in Ford’s plan to increase global sales 45%-55% by 2020.
By Byron Pope • March 24, 2015 -
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Ford Hikes Output as Falcons Fly Out of Oz Showrooms
Described as a future classic, the Falcon XR8 is being praised for the work the Australian-based engineering team has done to deliver its ride, handling and stopping power.
By Alan Harman • March 20, 2015 -
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Exec: Chrysler Won’t Cut Corners to Reach Mainstream
Although Chrysler is moving the 300 toward the mainstream, the automaker still is targeting buyers of the near-luxury sedans it has rivaled in the past.
By Jim Mateja • March 20, 2015 -
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Colorado High Country Puts GM on New Path in Thailand
Chevrolet’s first product geared to its new focus on the pickup/SUV end of the market is the Colorado High Country, a niche model that will fill a longstanding gap in the brand’s Thai truck portfolio.
By Edd Ellison • March 20, 2015 -
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Upcoming Kia Optima Influenced by Sportspace Concept
The front end of the Optima includes the tiger nose grille opening and double cube quad headlamps shown on the Sportspace. Also similar are the side panels, attractively sculpted from fender well to fender well, and the rear end.
By Vince Courtenay • March 19, 2015 -
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Ford No Stranger to Aluminum
Ford in 1992 began experimenting with aluminum with its Aluminum Intensive Vehicle program.
By Byron Pope • March 19, 2015 -
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GM’s Boler-Davis Wants Closer Connection With Customers
The executive thinks she can heighten satisfaction among existing owners by offering new connectivity features, such as OnStar’s RemoteLink application for smartphone users.
By James M. Amend • March 18, 2015 -
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Algeria Hub of Renault’s Three-Continent Growth Plan
Industry analysts see Renault’s investment in Algeria as a twofold strategy aimed at consolidating markets in Europe and positioning the French company for growth in Africa. The automaker also is eyeing expansion into the Middle East.
By Kaci Racelma • March 17, 2015
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