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    COVID-19 Boosts Pace of Change in Urban Mobility

    When it comes to new technologies, automotive already has crossed a line that most people outside of the industry don’t see or haven’t noticed, electric-vehicle developer Daniel Barel says during Wards Automotive Tech Week: Megatrends conference.

    By Sebastian Blanco • Jan. 28, 2021
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    How to Identify the Best Sales Opportunities From Your Data

    Most dealership software platforms capture customer data in some way, but the sheer volume of data available can be overwhelming. With a few key tools and processes, you can find the best sales opportunities, without any manual data analysis.

    By DDS • Jan. 26, 2021
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    Automotive Manufacturing

    Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.

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    Auto Industry CEOs Launch Diversity Initiative

    CEO Coalition for Change members believe fostering and growing a diverse talent pipeline, developing diverse leadership talent and providing growth opportunities will drive social justice and equity and will take actions to prove it.

    By • Jan. 26, 2021
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    Brexit Deal Puts Focus on U.S. Export Opportunities

    The just-negotiated Brexit clears the way for U.S. bilateral trade deals with the U.K. and EU, which could be negotiated with a Biden Admin. seen as less likely to wage trade wars than that of former President Donald Trump.

    By Nicholas Wallace • Jan. 22, 2021
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    Industry 4.0 Made Real: Practical Insights Today Enabling Profits Tomorrow

    Join us for this exclusive event on Wednesday, February 17th at 10AM ET, sponsored by Cloudera.

    Jan. 19, 2021
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    How Digital Sales Will Reshape Automobile Sales, Service and Showrooms

    The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated Internet buying throughout the retail sector – including for cars and trucks. On average, automobile dealers believe digital will account for more than half their sales in three years.

    Jan. 13, 2021
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    Biden Appointee Outlines Economic Priorities at CES

    Brian Deese, a former Obama Admin. adviser who played a key role in the 2009 auto industry bailout, says Biden intends to make good on his “Build Back Better” campaign theme by addressing the structural challenges that have held back economic opportunity.

    By • Jan. 13, 2021
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    Pivet-Motional Partnership Expected to Spur Robotaxi Services

    A Motional-Lyft partnership has provided thousands of robotaxi rides to paying customers – with human backup drivers behind the wheel.

    By • Jan. 8, 2021
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    Autoline Daily 2021: Top Industry News for Jan. 7

    Chevy Launches Virtual Shopping; All-New 3-Row Jeep Grand Cherokee; U.S. December BEV Sales Up Big

    Jan. 7, 2021
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    Autoline Daily 2021: Top Industry News for Jan. 5

    GM, Ford Convert More Temps to Full-Time; Foxconn to Make EVs with Byton; Ford a Force for Social Good?

    Jan. 5, 2021
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    Autoline Daily 2021: Top Industry News for Jan. 4

    Toyota Launches New Compact EV; Tesla Sets Records in 2020; Mustang Mach-E Winter Range Disappoints

    Jan. 4, 2021
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    Detroit Three Won’t Mandate COVID Vaccine for Workers

    UAW President Rory Gamble is encouraging union members to get vaccinations but doesn’t believe they should be mandatory, a position shared by General Motors, Ford and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.

    By Joseph Szczesny • Dec. 23, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Dec. 23

    Startup Unveils Retro Styled EV Coupe; Subaru Crosstrek Impressions; Musk Claims Apple Passed on Tesla

    Dec. 23, 2020
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    Skilling Up Through Apprenticeships for Automotive Future

    Forward-thinking companies are demonstrating how apprenticeship programs can help solve problems facing American businesses and society: skilled labor shortages in the auto sector and a growing rate of youth unemployment largely due to COVID-19.

    By Nicholas Wyman • Dec. 23, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Dec. 21

    VW Shows Off Augmented Reality HUD; Chrysler The Crown Jewel of Stellantis; China Updates BEV Sales Target

    Dec. 21, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Dec. 18

    Mercedes Prepares EV Onslaught; NACTOY Finalists Announced; Hyundai Shuns Chinese Investments

    Dec. 18, 2020
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    UAW Reforms May Face Top-Level Resistance

    The settlement with the government provides for a vote of UAW members on whether to elect top officers directly. But President Rory Gamble says direct election has long been anathema to members of the UAW’s executive board, who argue union-wide election would allow outsiders to influence union policy and internal politics.

    By Joseph Szczesny • Dec. 18, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Dec. 17

    Ford Tests Dynamic Geofencing; Canoo Reveals New Delivery Van; ZF Improving Vehicle Communications

    Dec. 17, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Dec. 15

    UAW Agrees to Independent Oversight; VTOLs Tested for Emergency Use; Ford Mustang Mach-E Impressions

    Dec. 15, 2020
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    Tire Maker Michelin Rolling Toward Greener Future

    Extending the usable life of a tire is part of Michelin’s overall sustainability strategy, says Alexis Garcin, chairman and president of Michelin North America. In addition, the company is working to develop new sources of biomaterials.

    By Joseph Szczesny • Dec. 15, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Dec. 10

    McLaren Considering Reverse Merger; Ducati Bringing eBikes to the U.S.; Mercedes’ Next-Gen eSprinter Platform

    Dec. 10, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Dec. 9

    Acura Unveils All-New MDX; Tesla Sets Sales Record in China; Passenger Car Sales Continue to Plummet

    Dec. 9, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Dec. 4

    Autopilot Rated #1 In China; Fisker’s Business Model Inspired by Apple; U.S. Car Market Not Slowing Down

    Dec. 4, 2020
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    November LV Sales Forecast a Statistical Anomaly

    J.D. Power quotes percent changes by the daily selling rate because the number of officially recognized selling days in a month varies, typically by one or at most two days. But November 2020 has only 23 selling days, three fewer than November 2019.

    By • Dec. 2, 2020
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    Autoline Daily 2020: Top Industry News for Nov. 24

    Tesla Worth More Than Entire N.A. Auto Industry; Environmental Group Calls for PHEV Ban; New Nissan Note

    Nov. 24, 2020