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Lexus Introduces New Technologies on Refreshed LS Sedan
An advanced pre-collision system that brings the large car to a full stop at speeds less than 25 mph, and an all-speed adaptive cruise control system, are new for ’13.
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Opel Launches Production of New-Generation Astra Sedan
Next week’s Moscow auto show will mark Opel’s first automotive world premiere in Russia, Europe’s third-biggest market for the Astra.
By Peter Homola • Aug. 22, 2012 -
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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’s Senate Testimony on CNG-Vehicle Market
Chrysler Regulatory Affairs Director Reg Modlin calls for government support of CNG-powered vehicles in the form of consumer incentives and infrastructure backing in testimony to a Senate panel in July. Incentives do not have to be financial, he says, noting granting CNG vehicles access to high-occupancy lanes would be one way to boost demand.
By Reg Modlin • Aug. 16, 2012 -
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Cylinder Deactivation General Motors
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Mercedes Dealers to Expand Use of Computer Tablets
Mercedes-Benz Financial wants its 350 U.S. retailers to put iPads in the hands of customers.
By Steve Finlay • Aug. 15, 2012 -
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Toyota Waking From ‘Sleep’ in Brazil
The auto maker’s first step is the inauguration this month of its third plant in Brazil that initially will produce 70,000 Etios compact cars annually. If sales are favorable, the number likely will expand to 100,000 units.
By Sol Biderman • Aug. 15, 2012 -
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GM Through With Harshness
“Noise you can measure, and vibrations you can measure,” a veteran GM powertrain engineer says. “But how do you measure harshness?”
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Nissan to Build 85% of U.S. Vehicles Locally by 2015
In just over three years, Nissan will spend $5.2 billion to add 425,000 units of new production capacity outside Japan.
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Volkswagen Adopts ‘Passion for Detail’ Philosophy for Passat Production
The German auto maker is juggling lofty goals for Passat production in Tennessee, meeting quality standards and accommodating hundreds of new hires.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 13, 2012 -
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Lexus Sees Diminishing Demand for Large Luxury Cars
Mark Templin blames demographics for the drop in demand for the big, sometimes ostentatious cars, noting Baby Boomer buyers, the lifeblood of the segment, are choosing to downsize.
Aug. 10, 2012 -
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SEAT to Launch Third-Gen Leon at Paris
The new Leon will be offered with a range of TDI diesel and TSI gasoline engines, ranging from 1.2L to 2.0L in size. It will be the first model to carry the new SEAT logo.
By Jorge Palacios • Aug. 10, 2012 -
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Cadillac ATS Mass Savings Learning Lesson for GM
Making a lightweight car bears additional fruit. The engineering and materials uses, as they become more affordable, can be carried over to other vehicle projects, so even hulking trucks can start shedding pounds.
By James M. Amend • Aug. 10, 2012 -
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Honda Nears 100% Local Sourcing in North America
A WardsAuto analysis projects the auto maker will produce 96% of its North American-market vehicles locally in 2015, the first full year its new facility in Mexico comes online. But vagaries of the market could push the mix closer to 100%.
By Haig Stoddard • Aug. 9, 2012 -
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Chrysler’s Toledo North Renovations Improving Flexibility, Productivity
The U.S. auto maker is investing $500 million in Toledo North to accommodate the next-generation Liberty, part of a $1.7 billion program.
By James M. Amend • Aug. 9, 2012 -
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Toyota Wants Better Communication in Supply Chain
Transparency is key to maximizing full production, a top executive says.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 8, 2012 -
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GM Targets Millenials to Meet Hiring Goals
The auto maker knows it must appeal to under-30 Millenials that now number 40 million Americans, with another 40 million “coming up behind them.”
By David C. Smith • Aug. 8, 2012 -
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Honda North America to Play Bigger Role in Product Development
There were hiccups in the latest Civic’s quality, but Honda's R&D chief vows to improve.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 8, 2012 -
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Chrysler Testing Waters With CNG Ram HD
The heavy-duty Ram 2500 pickup is first in the lineup to get CNG fueling capability, but other Chrysler vehicles are being considered.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 8, 2012 -
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Ford, Toyota PHEVs to Go Head-to-Head
Ford says its upcoming C-Max plug-in hybrid CUV will have a greater electric-only range than the Toyota Prius PHEV.
By Byron Pope • Aug. 7, 2012 -
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GM Orion Plant Transformed for Sonic Production
GM used new technologies and some borrowed from its global small-car plants to retool its Orion Township, MI, facility to build the Sonic B-car.
By Byron Pope • Aug. 7, 2012 -
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Chrysler Eyeing Young Drivers With Telematics Development
Auto makers face several challenges in appealing to young drivers, and the parents who allow them to drive. Telematics systems must not distract, but they also must keep up with the demands of users, one executive says.
By Aaron Foley • Aug. 6, 2012 -
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Disaster Teaches Nissan Valuable Lessons
Recovery from the earthquake and tsunami damage came with relatively amazing speed, largely because of the concerted way in which Nissan reacted, Hidetoshi Imazu says.
By Steve Finlay • Aug. 6, 2012 -
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Sales Down, But Outlook Up at Buick
Success of a new leasing program, plus several new products on the way, has executives confident the brand’s sales will be trending upward.
By Jim Mateja • Aug. 6, 2012 -
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Key Designers Decide Ford’s Global Product Portfolio
Ford design divides the world into two zones: Martin Smith is responsible for Europe, Asia/Pacific and Africa and Moray Callum has North and South America. J Mays oversees the 1,100-strong international team.
By Peter Robinson • Aug. 6, 2012 -
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Nissan’s Carla Bailo Talks Pathfinder
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Aug. 3, 2012
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