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German OEMs Anxious for Free-Trade Deal With U.S.
The biggest effect of the treaty would be harmonization and mutual recognition of standards so cars approved in one market automatically would be approved in the other.
By William Diem • Jan. 16, 2014 -
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U.S. Big Trucks See Best Sales Numbers in Six Years
Daimler retains its position as the volume and market-share leader in Class 8 for December as sales rise 27.4%.
By Paul Zajac • Jan. 15, 2014 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineAutomotive Manufacturing
Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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Ram Chief Downplays Aluminum Use in Fullsize Pickups
Rather than turn to a full-aluminum body, Reid Bigland says Ram is integrating the material where it makes sense, such as the hood, and is achieving class-leading fuel economy by developing innovative powertrains.
By Byron Pope • Jan. 15, 2014 -
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Beetle Dune Designed to Leave the Pavement
The hardtop model features an extremely low profile and highly pronounced 2-part wheel arches that give the Beetle a rugged, well-planted appearance. VW says the concept is production ready.
By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 13, 2014 -
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Schaeffler Opening New Plant in Mexico
The supplier has a Puebla plant already supplying dry clutches for DCTs to Ford. The new facility will manufacture torque converters for North America. “It’s a good problem that we have to increase capacity,” an executive says.
Jan. 13, 2014 -
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10 Reasons One-Price Selling Is Tops
In the Internet Age, negotiating the price of a car is a turnoff to customers and prospective young talent.
By Mark Rikess • Jan. 9, 2014 -
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Consumers Go Where Invited; Ask Them Over
Some dealers let others do the heavy lifting of auto retailing.
By Adam Armbruster • Jan. 8, 2014 -
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Panasonic, Abbey Road Studios Come Together
Panasonic’s automotive division previously has partnered with Fender and recording veteran Elliot Scheiner for audio systems and now teams up with the legendary London studio where the Beatles recorded hit after hit during the 1960s.
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Expiring 2013 Tax Incentives: Will They Extend into 2014?
Auto dealers, car buyers, automakers and suppliers all could be impacted by expiring tax incentives in the U.S. if they’re not carried into the new year with the latest government budget.
By Ira Silver • Jan. 6, 2014 -
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December Sales Thread: Automakers Deliver 15.53 MLN LVs in 2013
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.December 2013 Light Vehicle Sales Volume:WardsAuto forecast LV Sales: 1.41 million unitsActual December LV sales: &nbs...
By John Sousanis 1 • Jan. 3, 2014 -
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What’s Your Sine?
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.Years ago, I was working at the office when I felt I was coming down with something. By the time I decided to leave, I had a throbbing heada...
By John McElroy 1 • Jan. 3, 2014 -
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PSA Drama at Center Stage of 2013 French Auto Scene
PSA Peugeot Citroen stands alone while other small global players are joining in groups that help spread engineering and production costs over higher volumes.
By William Diem • Jan. 2, 2014 -
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Ireland Looks to Move People Into Public Transportation
Ireland has to meet EU targets to reduce overall carbon emissions 20% by 2020. It also must source 20% of all energy from renewables and reduce energy use 20% by then.
By Alan Harman • Dec. 27, 2013 -
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WardsAuto Flashback – December 2013
Plymouth leads, Packard's Merlin soars, Star Chief rises, Studebaker quits, Baretta goes ragtop in December news from the WardsAuto archives
By Al Binder • Dec. 23, 2013 -
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Watch Out for Fluidic Sculpture 2.0
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.There will be a lot of vehicles worth a look at the upcoming North American International Auto Show, but none more than Hyundai’s ’15 Genesi...
By Drew Winter • Dec. 19, 2013 -
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New Technology Reinvents the Wheel
Lacks’ only customer to date is Audi, which is using the innovation on its flagship ’15 A8 Quattro. The A8 is a low-volume car, but for the privately owned supplier the application marks a significant breakthrough.
By David C. Smith • Dec. 17, 2013 -
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Mustang Almost Died in Early 1990s
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.RIP Ford Mustang 1965-1993? Believe it or not, “Save the Mustang!” once was a desperate battle cry at Ford. They even circulated badges depi...
By David Smith 1 • Dec. 16, 2013 -
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Racing-Derived Chevy SS Seen Bolstering Brand’s Performance Sales
Although viewing of NASCAR is down from its peak, GM and rivals Ford and Toyota continue to invest millions of dollars in racing programs hoping championships will lead to sales titles.
By James M. Amend • Dec. 16, 2013 -
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Rapid Growth Drives IAV in U.S.
After four years at its Michigan tech center, IAV’s four dynamometer test cells are fully occupied, and the supplier wants as many as four more. The facility can run every engine test cycle used in every region of the world.
Dec. 13, 2013 -
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Canada Truck Sales Fall 5.1% in November
Class 5 was the only group to post a gain from year-ago.
By Paul Zajac • Dec. 12, 2013 -
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U.S. Big Trucks See Modest November Gain
Large gains in Classes 4 through 6 offset losses in Classes 7 and 8.
By Paul Zajac • Dec. 12, 2013 -
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American Axle ‘Growing Faster Than Our Industry’
CEO David Dauch talks about growth prospects in Thailand, expansion of non-GM business, the future of manufacturing in the U.S. and the significance of Jeep Cherokee’s EcoTrac AWD system.
Dec. 9, 2013 -
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Searching for the Next BRIC
From an automotive production standpoint, MIST will not come close to equaling the BRIC nations in the foreseeable future, a WardsAuto/AutomotiveCompass forecast predicts.
Dec. 9, 2013 -
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New 4-Cyl., Independent Suspension Keys to Revamped Mustang’s Potential
Ford isn’t revealing any sales goals, but international markets will be a big driver in whether the new Mustang is considered a success. It hits U.S. showrooms in fall 2014, then will roll out in Europe in first-half 2015 and in the Asia/Pacific in the second half of the year.
By David Zoia Editor • Dec. 5, 2013 -
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November U.S. LV Sales Surge to 6-Year-High SAAR
November’s results returned light-vehicle sales close to the upward trend underway prior to hitting temporary bumps in September and October, putting the year on track for 15.6 million units.
By Haig Stoddard • Dec. 3, 2013
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