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VW Working on FCVs, Sustainable Fuels
Volkswagen has developed a new engine that works well with B20 diesel. But the fuel in the U.S. is not as stable as the product elsewhere, so the new engine will be available in Canada but not the U.S.
By William Diem • Aug. 5, 2014 -
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GM Opens Regional HQ
The operation covers six key markets that will see the automaker launch 40 new models by the end of next year.
By Alan Harman • Aug. 5, 2014 -
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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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Honda to Match Competitor Timing on Autonomous Vehicles
The Japanese automaker up to this point has publicly shown and detailed only semi-autonomous technologies.
Aug. 5, 2014 -
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Cadillac Looks to Grow Compact Presence With ATS Coupe
Style and driving dynamics are seen as key draws to the new 2-door ATS.
Aug. 5, 2014 -
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Toyota Mixing Materials for Strength, Stiffness
Using ultra-high-strength steel can save 88 lbs. on a typical body, and adding aluminum can double that to 187 lbs. But the last improvement comes from the carbon-fiber panels, the automaker finds.
By William Diem • Aug. 4, 2014 -
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VW Plans 60 Models From Single Architecture
Launch difficulties aside, MQB offers “enormous flexibility,” says an R&D executive.
By Steve Finlay • Aug. 4, 2014 -
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GM Testing Google Glass; Ready to Meet Higher Volumes
The automaker has two pairs of the high-tech glasses at its Orion Twp., MI, plant, saying they can be useful for a variety of hands-free assembly tasks.
Aug. 4, 2014 -
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Honda NA Updates Welding System, Takes Surgical Approach to Other Upgrades
Honda was able to make the new Fit’s body lighter and more rigid thanks to the new process, which will become the standard in North America.
Aug. 4, 2014 -
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Acura Brings Honda Stop/Start System to North America
Acura decided to pluck the technology, dubbed Idle Stop, off Honda's shelf for its new TLX as a fuel-saving feature for the sedan's heaviest variant, the all-wheel-drive model.
Aug. 4, 2014 -
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Study Says Poor Supplier Relations Have Cost Automakers Billions
If Chrysler’s supplier relations were as positive in 2000-2012 as they are today, the automaker would have booked $1,052 more in profit per unit, equaling $2 billion annually, Planning Perspectives says.
By David Zoia Editor • Aug. 4, 2014 -
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Ford to Offer Free Brake Pad Replacement
Customers must still pay labor and installation costs, as well as the cost of other parts needed to return the brake system to original operating condition, the automaker says.
By Byron Pope • Aug. 4, 2014 -
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GM, Chrysler Post Strong Sales as U.S. Recovery Gains Steam
Trucks continue to drive sales, with GM pacing the sector and Chrysler’s Jeep and Ram brands staying well ahead of year-ago.
By David Zoia Editor • Aug. 1, 2014 -
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Nissan Marketer Tells of Social-Media Hits and Misses
Nissan marketing executive tells of hits and misses during the automaker’s ambitious social-media efforts.
By Steve Finlay • Aug. 1, 2014 -
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Tesla Is Wrong, Franchise System Is Better
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.Would car buyers be better off if the dealer franchise system was dismantled? The public seems to think so.Most consumers believe dealers ar...
By John McElroy 1 • July 31, 2014 -
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GM Expects Big Things From New Small Pickups
The all-new ’15 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon midsize pickups enter a segment where the top competition is outdated, marketing manager says.
By Byron Pope • July 31, 2014 -
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Ford: Pickup Buyers Ready to Embrace Aluminum F-150
A UBS study reinforces Ford’s belief a majority of consumers not only would consider an aluminum-intensive pickup, but are willing to pay more for such a model.
By Byron Pope • July 29, 2014 -
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Lexus: 300,000 U.S. Sales Probably Out of Reach
Lexus earlier this year announced a 2014 sales goal of 285,000 and the brand at its current pace is trending to hit 290,000-295,000, a top official says.
July 29, 2014 -
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Global Automakers May Abandon Russian Production
One analysis suggests limited capacity, possible loss of government support, devaluation of the ruble and other factors may prompt global automakers to halt assembly operations in Russia and instead focus on imports.
By Eugene Gerden • July 24, 2014 -
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Nissan Says Making Progress on Remedying Pathfinder Judder
The Japanese automaker has been updating transmission-control-module software, replacing torque converters and replacing entire transmissions to remedy the problem.
July 24, 2014 -
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Ford Says’15 Mustang Worth Its Weight in Go Power
A twin-scroll turbocharger teamed with twin independent variable camshaft timing and direct fuel injection helps the compact powerplant in the 2.3L engine turn out an unofficial 310 hp and 320 lb.-ft. of torque.
July 24, 2014 -
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Strap In the Kids: It’s a 1,029-hp Honda Minivan
Seeing a customized version of a model does influence the purchase decision of 8% of new-vehicle buyers, according to the Specialty Equipment Market Assn. and market researcher AutoPacific.
By Alysha Webb • July 23, 2014 -
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Lexus Sees Success With Less-Expensive GX
Lowering the price of the base grade for the GX’s ’14 refresh, by substituting fake leather for real leather and deleting some content, was key to this year’s sales jump, a company official says.
July 23, 2014 -
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Ford Launches New Expedition in Small, But Stabilized Segment
The ’15 Expedition will be available for the first time in a Platinum trim level, which will slot above the previous top-of-the-line King Ranch edition.
By Byron Pope • July 22, 2014 -
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BMW Pushing to Maintain Sales Momentum in Korea
BMW Korea remains the country’s leading importer, with sales for the first six months up 19.3% to 21,972 vehicles.
By Vince Courtenay • July 22, 2014 -
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Jeep Renegade Adds to Growing Small CUV Segment
Popularity of this new breed of vehicles is growing rapidly worldwide, and more automakers are beginning to test the U.S. market, where buyers are expected to migrate from small hatchbacks and sedans.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • July 21, 2014
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