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GM Electric Motor Plant Sees Job One
The start of production reflects GM’s bullishness toward electrified vehicles, as it chooses to make its own parts rather than sourcing them from a supplier.
By James M. Amend • April 16, 2013 -
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Volvo Launches New R-Design Versions of S60, XC60
The auto maker is standing pat with its current lineup because it is phasing out existing engines in favor of an all-new 4-cyl. powerplant that eventually will power all Volvo models.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • April 16, 2013 -
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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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Chrysler Shuffles Management After Diaz Departure
The executive’s sudden decision to leave for a senior-management role at Nissan has forced new appointments in Auburn Hills.
By WardAuto Staff • April 15, 2013 -
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Subaru Hopes Rising XV Crosstrek Tide Lifts Hybrid
With sales of the conventionally powered CUV running at about 3,000 units a month, the auto maker calls the hybrid’s projected 10% share “the right volume.”
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • April 15, 2013 -
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GM, Ford Make Official Collaboration on Advanced Transmissions
The FWD and RWD 9- and 10-speed gearboxes will appear on a wide range of products including cars, trucks, CUVs and SUVs.
By James M. Amend • April 15, 2013 -
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Citroen Woos China With Premium DS Brand
The “Wild Ruby” DS concept will be the star of the Citroen stand at the Shanghai auto show next week. The brand is tying itself to the tradition of French luxury, saying the SUV was “conceived in Paris, capital of fashion and jewelry.”
By William Diem • April 11, 2013 -
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Mazda President Guides Auto Maker to Profitable Independence
Given its recent history, it’s almost unimaginable that Mazda finds itself on track to report a ¥45 billion profit for the fiscal year ended March 31 and, if analysts are correct, set to double earnings for fiscal 2013 and possibly triple them in 2014.
By Roger Schreffler • April 11, 2013 -
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Milan Concept Signals Next Renault Twingo
The production model is expected to be a rear-drive, rear-engine model, with a long-wheelbase version that will be offered in a 4-door body style.
By Giancarlo Perini • April 10, 2013 -
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Automatic Transmission Coming to Fiat 500 Abarth
The hot hatches traditionally have used manual gearboxes, but the marque’s top North American executive believes offering an automatic will attract more women buyers.
By Aaron Foley • April 10, 2013 -
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Nissan Doubles Testing Regimen of New York Taxi Van
The prototype is scheduled to continue testing until July. The first delivery to fleets and independent taxi owners begins in October. “We will start bringing vehicles in at a rapid pace from our Cuernavaca, Mexico, plant,” Joe Castelli says.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • April 8, 2013 -
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China to Build Cadillac ATS Soon, New CTS Sales to Follow
GM earlier this year launched the XTS large sedan in China, a key piece of the auto maker’s plan to expand Cadillac sales in the country to more than 100,000 units by 2015.
By James M. Amend • April 5, 2013 -
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Mercedes Sales Chief Expects Global Growth in 2013
Mercedes continues to do well in China, a growing market, and the U.S., Russia, Brazil and India also are bright spots, Joachim Schmidt says.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • April 4, 2013 -
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Chrysler 300 Diesel Being Considered, Brand Exec Says
The 300, built in Canada, is sold in Europe as the Lancia Thema with a diesel option. The engine is built by Fiat-supplier VM Motori, which also designs oil-burners for the Jeep Grand Cherokee and, later this year, the Ram 1500.
By Aaron Foley • April 3, 2013 -
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Chrysler Sales Climb 9.0% From Year-Ago for Best Month Since 2007
The high-volume Dodge Caravan and Chrysler 300 both have seen consecutive monthly losses, while deliveries of midsize and compact sedans remain positive.
By Aaron Foley • April 2, 2013 -
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Hyundai’s Customized Equus by Hermes Spices Seoul Auto Show
A Hyundai executive says the exercise is meant to show the Korean brand can build vehicles of utter opulence, as well as the economical yet high-styled offerings that continue to rack up sales throughout the global markets.
By Vince Courtenay • April 2, 2013 -
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Ford to Step Up ASEAN Push With New EcoSport, Fiesta
Ford's market penetration in the region has doubled since 2010. “We are absolutely confident that our ongoing product-led strategy will continue to drive our overall share even higher,” says Ford ASEAN President Matt Bradley.
By Edd Ellison • April 2, 2013 -
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Dreamy Technology Makes New Honda 4-Cyl. Stand Out
This new 2.4L 4-cyl. is the first production beneficiary of "Earth Dreams” technology, Honda's whimsical name for a set of next-generation advancements aimed at improving performance and efficiency.
By Gary Witzenburg • April 1, 2013 -
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Ghosn Targets 10% Share for Nissan in U.S., China
The CEO acknowledges product development is less efficient when two or three companies work on a project, but the eventual savings are compelling for all involved.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • March 28, 2013 -
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GM Surprises With Morale-Boosting Camaro Z/28
The ’14 coupe resurrects an iconic Chevy nameplate and will deliver at least 500 hp and 470 lb.-ft. (637 Nm) of torque from a naturally aspirated LS7 7.0L V-8 mated to a 6-speed manual transmission.
By James M. Amend • March 28, 2013 -
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Subaru Unveils First Hybrid, WRX Concept
The XV Crosstrek Hybrid is estimated to achieve 28/34 mpg city/highway, vs. the 25/33 mpg maximum in the gas-engine model on which it is based.
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Jeep Chief Says Cherokee Not Just Another Pretty Face
Jeep CEO Mike Manley says a rugged SUV is under a stylish exterior.
By Steve Finlay • March 28, 2013 -
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Refreshed Hyundai Equus, New Assurance Program Debut
Convenience features added to the ’14 Equus include the Ultimate-grade models’ doors ability to close automatically after approaching full closure manually, and a full 0-mph stop-and-start function to the car’s cruise control system.
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BMW Shows 1.5L 3-cyl. Meant as MPG Play
BMW also reveals in New York a new 4-cyl. turbodiesel coming to the U.S. and enhancements to its infotainment system.
By James M. Amend • March 27, 2013 -
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Acura MDX Goes After Gen X
Younger buyers who can afford luxury midsize CUVs expect technology and connectivity, says Jeff Conrad, Acura’s general manager.
By Steve Finlay • March 27, 2013 -
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Nissan Unveils ‘Affordable’ Pathfinder Hybrid, Wheelchair-Accessible Taxi
Off-the-shelf technologies, such as a 2.5L I-4 engine, will help keep the hybrid’s cost premium at $3,000, Nissan says.
March 27, 2013
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