Automakers: Page 243


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    Colorado Puts Chevrolet Back in Midsize Pickup Market

    The Colorado won’t be available until next fall because GM is in the midst of a new-product cadence led by the recently introduced, all-new fullsize Chevrolet Silverado pickup.

    By David C. Smith • Nov. 20, 2013
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    Kia Enters Luxury Sector With K900

    The Korean brand’s first luxury model in the U.S. will offer features such as reclining rear seats and genuine poplar-wood trim on the dash and door panels.

    Nov. 20, 2013
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    Artificial 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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    Next-Gen Subaru WRX Unwrapped in Los Angeles

    The WRX now makes more horsepower at a lower peak from its new 2.0L turbocharged and direct-injected 4-cyl. boxer engine.

    Nov. 20, 2013
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    Ford Edge Concept Parks Itself

    Ford Edge Concept chock full of new technologies, including an assisted parking aid that can locate a parking spot and pilot the car automatically.

    By Byron Pope • Nov. 20, 2013
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    Honda, Nissan Make Sports Car News in Tokyo

    Honda further details its Acura NSX supercar and three new turbocharged engines, while Nissan reveals a 600-hp GT-R.

    Nov. 19, 2013
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    Subaru Sees Strong Demand for New Hybrid

    Instead of touting the XV Crosstrek Hybrid’s green credentials, Subaru is focusing more on promoting the vehicle’s similarity to the rest of its lineup.

    Nov. 19, 2013
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    Volvo Seeks to Reestablish Brand Identity

    Volvo is seeking a new global advertising agency to help it convey its brand message of safety, design and environmental stewardship.

    By Byron Pope • Nov. 18, 2013
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    Renault, Fiat in CV Talks With Russia’s MosAvtoZil

    Renault and Fiat are seeking more details about managing production, MosAvtoZil’s level of investment and the transfer price, or how much the French and Italian automakers would pay to buy back vehicles made by the Russian JV.

    By Peter Homola • Nov. 18, 2013
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    Next-Gen Hyundai Sonata to Debut at New York Auto Show

    The Korean automaker says its current-generation midsize sedan is maintaining its position in the market, despite low supply and incentive spending.

    Nov. 15, 2013
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    Fiat 500 1957 Edition Celebrates Original Model

    The ’14 Fiat 500 1957 Edition is powered by a 1.4L MultiAir 4-cyl. engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.

    By WardsAuto Staff • Nov. 14, 2013
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    Tribeca Got Small Fast, Subaru Says

    The Japanese brand’s largest model wasn’t large enough, as competing brands fitted three rows of seating into larger, rather than midsize, CUVs.

    Nov. 14, 2013
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    Nissan Opens New Aguascalientes Plant

    The plant ramps up to full production immediately, Nissan says, slated to run 23 hours per day, six days per week, 284 days per year.

    Nov. 12, 2013
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    Maserati Names New North America CEO

    The Italian sports car maker is in the midst of a product offensive, with plans to launch the Quattroporte this year and its first fullsize sedan, the Maserati Ghibli.

    By WardsAuto Staff • Nov. 11, 2013
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    Kia Soul EV Aiming for 120-Mile Range

    The Korean automaker’s first U.S. electric vehicle will be among the longest-range EVs available in the U.S., barring the luxury Tesla Model S and limited-availability Toyota RAV4 EV.

    Nov. 11, 2013
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    Ford Mustang Likely Hit in Europe, Survey Shows

    Ford doesn’t expect the Mustang to sell in large volumes in Europe, but wants it to serve as a halo vehicle for the rest of its lineup.

    By Byron Pope • Nov. 11, 2013
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    Hyundai Sees Bright Future in Auto Steel

    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.DANGJIN, South Korea – Some automakers are investing heavily in alternative materials as part of their future strategy, but South Korea's Hy...

    By Nov. 8, 2013
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    Subaru Flirting With a Half-Million Units; More Sunbelt Growth Key

    The Japanese brand has seen one of the sharpest ascents in recent automotive sales history, and plans to reach even higher in coming years.

    Nov. 8, 2013
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    Automakers Add Q4 Production

    The industry’s latest round of production tweaks sees another 86,700 vehicles added to an already robust Q4 output schedule, bringing the total for the year to 16,491,900 cars and trucks.

    By Al Binder • Nov. 8, 2013
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    Ford Says Mays, Two Other Executives to Retire

    The Blue Oval brand’s chief designer has been involved in the creation of some of the most well-known models of the past 30 years, including the Audi TT, Volkswagen New Beetle, Aston Martin DB9 and Ford GT.

    By Byron Pope • Nov. 5, 2013
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    Tokyo to See Mitsubishi Hybrids, Subaru CUV, Lexus Sport Coupe

    Mitsubishi plug-ins take center stage, while Lexus shows a near-production-ready RC with both conventional and hybrid powertrains.

    By Roger Schreffler • Nov. 5, 2013
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    Suzuki, Daihatsu Take Center Stage at Tokyo Show

    Suzuki's biggest star will be the 4-wheel-drive Crosshiker. Powered by a 1.3L gasoline engine, the car weighs just 1,780 lbs.

    By Roger Schreffler • Nov. 4, 2013
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    Toyota Develops 3-Piece Bumper for ‘14 Tundra

    The new design is easier for assembly-line workers to install, and should lower repair costs for consumers, says the truck’s chief engineer.

    Nov. 4, 2013
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    Nissan Reshuffles Top Leadership After Underwhelming Q2 Results

    There is no direct replacement named for Shiga, but three longtime Nissan executives take on greater responsibilities in a restructuring of the COO’s office.

    Nov. 1, 2013
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    BMW’s Iconic I-6 Evolves But Does Not Change

    The toughest non-technical challenge was convincing people inside the company the single-turbo/Valvetronic concept was better than the N54's twin turbochargers.

    By Gary Witzenburg • Nov. 1, 2013
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    Slumping Hyundai, Kia Drag Down Asians’ U.S. Market Share

    Hyundai sees its market share fall 0.3% through September, while Kia is off 0.5%.

    Oct. 31, 2013