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Suppliers Wary of Blind Alleys As China Goes Electric
As government incentives encourage all types of companies to try their hand at producing battery-electric and plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles, suppliers are being swamped with requests to work with clients whose long-term prospects are unknown.
By Alysha Webb • June 8, 2016 -
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Korean President Park’s Trip to France Boost for Fuel-Cell Vehicles
Twenty MOUs are signed between the South Korean and French governments during Park’s state visit, calling for technological cooperation in such areas as renewable clean energy and autonomous vehicles.
By Vince Courtenay • June 7, 2016 -
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Ford U.K. Unleashes Most Powerful Fiesta Ever Built
The Fiesta ST200’s 1.6L EcoBoost engine pushes out 200 hp through the front wheels, enough to launch it to 62 mph from a standing start in just 6.7 seconds on the way to a top speed of 143 mph.
By Paul Myles • June 6, 2016 -
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Chinese OEMs Reaching Tipping Point
Chinese-designed cars used to be a joke. That’s not so true anymore. At the Beijing auto show earlier this year, Chinese automakers rolled out cars that could look right at home in the U.S. or Europe.
By John McElroy • June 2, 2016 -
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Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Focuses on User Experience
Vauxhall will offer two latest-generation IntelliLink infotainment systems. The R4.0 IntelliLink features both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The Navi 950 IntelliLink system includes onboard navigation.
By Paul Myles • June 2, 2016 -
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New Leaf Doubles As Blender With Beefed-Up Battery
Although Nissan claims the 30-kWh battery pack gives the ’16 Leaf 107 miles of range, compared with the 24-kWh version’s 84, the automaker puts the extra juice to work powering mixers that whip up smoothies served at a recent media event.
By Jim Mateja • June 1, 2016 -
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Facelifted VW e-Golf to Offer More Range, Quickness
The automaker says a higher-capacity lithium-ion battery and an upgraded electric motor combine to give the facelifted e-Golf 186 miles of range on the European test cycle on a fully charged battery, up from the current model’s 118 miles.
By Greg Kable • May 31, 2016 -
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Ridgeline All the Truck Most Need
It’s more fuel efficient than its predecessor and competition, and looks less toy-like, but will American midsize pickup buyers take to Ridgeline version 2.0?
May 31, 2016 -
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PSA, Dongfeng to Co-Develop New EV Platform for 2019
The all-electric e-CMP architecture will allow the two automakers to offer a new generation of EVs with a claimed driving range of up to 280 miles and fast-charging solutions providing up to 7 miles of range per minute of charging.
By Paul Myles • May 27, 2016 -
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GMC Acadia Rebuilt, But Will Buyers Come?
The automaker renowned for stacking its lineup with lovable beer-leaguers turns the tables by slashing more than 700 lbs. from the new Acadia.
By James M. Amend • May 27, 2016 -
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The Black Holes of The Center Console
Interiors connoisseur Christie Schweinsberg says it’s become an awfully dark day for cupholders.
May 26, 2016 -
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Hyundai: Fuel Cell Partnerships Not Right for Us Now
Hyundai’s next-gen Tucson fuel-cell vehicle is a scant 16 months away. Meanwhile, the 26 eco cars Hyundai and Kia have planned by 2020 may not be enough.
May 25, 2016 -
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Young Designers Honored at WardsAuto Interiors Conference
The assignment was to create a vehicle interior for a sports car that is distinctive, fun to drive on the track or open road, but also has autonomous capabilities for city commuting.
By WardsAuto Staff • May 24, 2016 -
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London’s Iconic Black Hackney Taxicabs Going Green
Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely, owner of London Taxi, maker of the traditionally styled black cabs, sees the so-called Green Bond issue raise £276 million. The new model launches in the U.K. late next year.
By Paul Myles • May 23, 2016 -
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Steering Wheel Design Takes Center Stage
The steering wheel is no longer simply the means to point the tires – it’s become command central for everything from audio controls to semi-autonomous driving functions, all while making a styling statement and serving as the primary interior touchpoint.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 23, 2016 -
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Twizy EV Korea-Bound as RSM Works on Electric LCV
Renault Samsung says the 1-ton light-commercial electric vehicle’s targeted range is 155 miles, but a spokesman says development of the vehicle could take up to four years.
By Vince Courtenay • May 23, 2016 -
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Malibu HEV Belts Out Efficiency Tune
Chevy’s new hybrid borrows Volt technology and is capable of truly impressive real-world fuel economy. Too bad most buyers would rather get a pickup or utility vehicle.
May 20, 2016 -
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Linamar Delivers Elegant Rebuttal to Eminem’s 8 Mile
Rapper Eminem made 8 Mile Road synonymous with Blue-Collar despair. Linamar’s sleek $25 million tech center celebrates manufacturing and is a beautiful counterpoint.
May 19, 2016 -
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Delphi Wants Partners for 48V Technology
While Delphi might lack the motor- or battery-making capabilities of its rivals, it boasts one big advantage, the supplier’s product chief says.
By James M. Amend • May 18, 2016 -
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Hyundai Designer Enjoys Lack of Filter
Hyundai’s U.S. interior-design manager chats with WardsAuto about his relatively limitless company, the interiors of his favorite Hyundai and non-Hyundai models, and why dealers impact how flashy the interior of your next vehicle may be.
May 18, 2016 -
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Nissan U.K.’s 50,000th Leaf Build Sets European Pace
The landmark Leaf is destined for a customer in France, one of 23 export markets ranging from mainland Europe to Argentina, Iceland, Israel and Taiwan.
By Alan Harman • May 16, 2016 -
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Jaguar’s New Ute Sets Pace for Brand’s Future
British sports-car bastion Jaguar joins the CUV segment with the F-Pace, a utility vehicle that more than holds its own when it comes to ride, handling and performance.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 16, 2016 -
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Self-Driving Cars’ Success Will Hinge on Psychology
As much as we may want to let go of the wheel, we still need a bit more convincing that it’s really okay to do so.
By Chris Rockwell • May 13, 2016 -
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Nissan Makes Move on Mitsubishi Amid Mileage Debacle
Besides Nissan’s taking of the 34% equity stake in Mitsubishi, the alliance agreement calls for one-third of the partnership’s directors to come from Nissan, and for Nissan to nominate Mitsubishi’s next chairman.
By Roger Schreffler • May 13, 2016 -
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2016 10 Best Interiors Award Winners
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.See the winning design teams accept their Wards 10 Best Interiors Awards for 2016.
May 12, 2016
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