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Lear Launches Venture to Co-Develop Innovative Seats With OEMs
The supplier has projects with three separate automakers that will launch between 2019 and 2021, and it promises they will be distinctive.
Dec. 2, 2016 -
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Plug-In Pacifica Goes the Distance, And Then Some
FCA introduces the first-ever mass-market electrified minivan for North America, the ’17 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The plug-in hybrid model combines twin electric motors and an Atkinson-cycle V-6 to produce 33 miles of EV range and an estimated 84 mpg-e.
By Bob Gritzinger • Dec. 2, 2016 -
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FCA EcoDiesel Quiet in Center of Storm
Despite controversy over passenger-car diesels, FCA’s V-6 EcoDiesel is carving out a solid niche in light-duty pickups.
By Gary Witzenburg • Dec. 1, 2016 -
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CR-V Better in Almost Every Way
The fifth generation of the U.S. auto industry’s best-selling utility vehicle is improved in almost every measure, minus a somewhat undersized engine.
Nov. 30, 2016 -
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Korea OKs VW Recall Plan But Points Finger at BMW, Nissan, Porsche
The first model to be recalled will be the Tiguan CUV, which accounts for about 20% of the 126,000 vehicles by the automaker’s emissions scandal.
By Vince Courtenay • Nov. 29, 2016 -
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Say Hello to the Electric Model T
Fast, smartly designed and offering a range of 238 miles, the Chevy Bolt makes every other electric car aimed at mainstream buyers obsolete.
Nov. 28, 2016 -
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Rogue Hybrid Almost No-Sacrifice CUV
Hybrid CUVs that offer better city-cycle fuel economy finally are becoming a thing, with the Nissan Rogue Hybrid going on sale in late December.
Nov. 23, 2016 -
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Ground Broken, Plans Detailed for Autonomous-Vehicle Test Track
The first of three test tracks to be built on the grounds of a one-time World War II bomber plant, a 2.5-mile highway loop, is expected to be in operation by the end of 2017.
By David Zoia Editor • Nov. 22, 2016 -
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Lexus Looks to Spiders to Create Concept Car Seat
The back rest’s spider’s-netting construction used in the seat-frame upholstery is made from an environmentally friendly synthetic spider silk material instead of standard petroleum-derived materials.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 22, 2016 -
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2017 Wards 10 Best Engines: Less Is More With Four
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.Judging by the 2017 Wards 10 Best Engines nominees, it’s a glorious time to drive sports cars with small displacement, high-output engines.W...
By Bob Gritzinger • Nov. 21, 2016 -
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48V Hybrid Application First of Many for Continental, Execs Say
The German supplier says 48V electrical architectures, which increase the onboard energy available to enhance powertrain performance or power the rapidly expanding list of comfort and convenience features, should be in place on 25 million new vehicles produced annually worldwide by 2030.
By David Zoia Editor • Nov. 21, 2016 -
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China’s Techrules Details Supercar Plan
The Beijing manufacturer has released sneak conceptual renderings of the new car that promises blistering performance thanks to Techrules’ proprietary Turbine-Recharging Electric Vehicle powertrain.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 18, 2016 -
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Turbos, HEVs Vie for Wards 10 Best Engines Honors
Divergent powertrain strategies are evident as high-output turbocharged engines and fuel-sipping hybrids and plug-ins dominate the field of 40 powertrains under review for the 2017 competition.
Nov. 18, 2016 -
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McLaren Confirms Reborn F1
The new hybrid-powered 3-seat “hyper GT” will launch in 2019 as a limited-volume model.
By Greg Kable • Nov. 17, 2016 -
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Kia Unwraps Turbo Soul in Los Angeles
Hyundai-Kia’s 1.6L turbocharged 4-cyl. is the standard engine in the Soul’s top trim level. The engine makes 201 hp and 195 lb.-ft. of torque in the B-car.
Nov. 15, 2016 -
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Hyundai Supplying 60 FCVs to Paris Taxi Startup
The FCVs will replace existing gasoline- and diesel-powered cars so as not to add to the 17,000 cabs now serving the French capital. Their inclusion is expected to save 800 tons of carbon-dioxide emissions annually.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 15, 2016 -
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BorgWarner Boosts Turbo Activity
Soon in Europe, BorgWarner will launch its eBooster electrically driven compressor, designed to augment a traditional turbocharger and eliminate the pause that has hindered turbochargers as they spool up with exhaust gas.
Nov. 15, 2016 -
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Jaguar Charges Forward With Electric i-Pace CUV
Traditional British automaker Jaguar set to challenge the Tesla Model X starting in 2018 with a new all-wheel drive CUV previewed by the i-Pace concept.
By Greg Kable • Nov. 15, 2016 -
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Smart Fortwo Splendid Idea, Imperfect Reality
Even with an updated powertrain and driving dynamics over its predecessor, the Fortwo is no smarter an idea today than when Daimler product planners hatched the idea to bring the brand to the U.S. in 2008.
By James M. Amend • Nov. 11, 2016 -
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Diesel Not Dirty Word in Spainʼs Used-Vehicle Market
“If some day diesel engines are discontinued, it will be a result of the authorities or auto industry initiatives, not of the motorists,” says Gerardo Cabanas, general manager of online retailer AutoScout24 Spain.
By Jorge Palacios • Nov. 11, 2016 -
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New 1.5L, Other Engine Upgrades Highlight Facelifted VW Golf
On the outside, the revised small car departs little from today’s 4-year-old model, but the interior is upgraded with new trim and technology and there’s a long list of active safety features.
By Greg Kable • Nov. 10, 2016 -
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Buick Envisions More CUV Sales
Priced from $35,000 to almost $50,000, the Envision fits between the Encore and Enclave and is a solid entrant in WardsAuto’s Middle Luxury CUV segment.
Nov. 9, 2016 -
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In Transition to Toyota, 86 Gets Souped Up, Sophisticated
The Scion FR-S gets a midcycle refresh as it joins the Toyota brand as the 86, with its manual-transmission model receiving engine updates and all grades getting better interior materials.
Nov. 7, 2016 -
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A3, S3 Keep Audi Out in Front
In the rolling hills near Durham, NC, the S3 is perfectly at home carving up the open back roads, staying well planted along the way and exhibiting a reasonably sporty exhaust note. Audi is determined to protect its sizable lead among compact luxury cars.
Nov. 7, 2016 -
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Sensuous Giulia Drives Alfa’s Return to the States
Alfa Romeo hasn’t made much of splash in the North American market with its 4C, but the FCA-owned Italian brand expects big things from its all-new Giulia sedan, featuring the first application of FCA’s Giorgio platform and two new engines.
By Bob Gritzinger • Nov. 2, 2016
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