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Nissan to Continue Sale of Current-Generation Rogue
The automaker is in the midst of launching the all-new ’14 Rogue CUV, but will retain the current model for price-conscious customers.
By Byron Pope • Nov. 22, 2013 -
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Ford Introduces Edgy Edge Concept in Los Angeles
The Edge concept has a long list of what Ford calls “semi-autonomous features,” but not all of the technologies likely will be available in the first production models.
By David C. Smith • Nov. 21, 2013 -
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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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4-Series Puts BMW Bragging Rights at Risk
The 4-Series coupe is a new nameplate, which means WardsAuto will count it separately from the 3-Series. Subtracting coupe sales from the 3-Series tally will open the door to Mercedes’ C-Class becoming America’s best-selling luxury car.
Nov. 21, 2013 -
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Renault-Nissan Rolling Out CMF Strategy
The Common Module Family architecture allows the automaker to leverage economies of scale and improve quality by using commonized vehicle modules across segments.
By Byron Pope • Nov. 21, 2013 -
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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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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 Drew Winter • 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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