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Pininfarina Fuel-Cell Concept Runs in Fast Company
Pininfarina introduces the hydrogen-fuel-cell-powered H2 SPEED Concept, a high-performance GT vehicle designed and engineered for “fun on the track.ˮ It’s a sports car for buyers for whom environmental awareness and social acceptance is an issue.
By Giancarlo Perini • March 2, 2016 -
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Infiniti Aims at BMW With Expanded Q50 Lineup
The Nissan luxury brand will offer four powertrain choices, up from two, in its compact-sport-sedan lineup in the U.S.
Feb. 29, 2016 -
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Big Trucks Dominate List of Long-Lasting Vehicles
Only one car makes the top 10.
By Steve Finlay • Feb. 26, 2016 -
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Hyundai to Show Full Range of Ioniq at Geneva
The global sales target for the EV version has not been revealed, but Hyundai reportedly is eyeing volume of just 4,000 units this year in Korea.
By Vince Courtenay • Feb. 25, 2016 -
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Ultra-Luxury SUV Meets Dune-Buggy Set
Bentley was determined to make its ultra-lux Bentayga more than just a pretty SUV.
By Steve Finlay • Feb. 24, 2016 -
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Diesel Reigns in Korea as Volkswagen Scandal Ebbs
VW Korea sales plunged 67.4% in October to just 947 vehicles compared with 2,901 in September. But it and sister company Audi Korea countered with a spurt of promotions, and November sales shot up to a record single-month high of 4,517.
By Vince Courtenay • Feb. 24, 2016 -
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Industry Irked as Oz Allows Personal Vehicle Imports
Consumers personally will be allowed import a new car from another country with vehicle standards comparable to Australia’s, up to once every two years.
By Alan Harman • Feb. 23, 2016 -
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Most Disruptive Powertrain Gets Even Better
Chevrolet’s electrified vehicle engineers redesigned the ’16 Volt and its entire Voltec powertrain.
By Gary Witzenburg • Feb. 22, 2016 -
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Honda’s Civic Disobedience: Bucking U.S. Coupe Market Trend
The Civic coupe is one of the last of a dying breed. But the automaker says the car is one of the best at bringing new buyers into the brand. It’s good looking and relatively fun to drive too.
By David Zoia Editor • Feb. 22, 2016 -
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Acura Designer: Buttons Like a Cassette Player
Are the physical ways to control the features of a vehicle passé? Yes, says Dave Marek, but they won’t be going away too soon.
Feb. 19, 2016 -
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Surging Trucks Prompt $148M GM Engine Investment
A rebounding economy and low gasoline prices have fueled truck sales in the U.S., sending overall demand up 12.7% last year to 9.9 million units, according to WardsAuto data.
By James M. Amend • Feb. 18, 2016 -
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Lexus Debuts Sporty LC 500h Hybrid
Toyota’s luxury division says the LC 500h drivetrain relies on a 3.5L gasoline V-6, a powerful electric motor and a 44.6-kW lithium-ion battery pack paired with a 4-speed automatic gearbox mounted at the rear of the hybrid transmission.
Feb. 18, 2016 -
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GM Powertrain Name Change Sets Precedence
The switch to GM Global Propulsion Systems exemplifies an industry undergoing tremendous transformation, driven by heightened regulatory demands and a splintering of traditional vehicle segments.
By James M. Amend • Feb. 17, 2016 -
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GM Says FCEVs Developing Too Quickly for Production
The automaker has reservations about launching a production FCEV without a robust public refueling infrastructure. But do not mistake reluctance for complacency, GM’s fuel-cell chief says.
By James M. Amend • Feb. 17, 2016 -
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Vietnam On Board With EU Vehicle Rules in Trade Deal
“The agreement will unlock a market with huge potential for EU firms,” Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmstrom says. “Vietnam is a fast-growing economy of more than 90 million consumers with a growing middle class and a young and dynamic workforce.”
By Keith Nuthall • Feb. 12, 2016 -
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Nissan Launches Revamped Armada Just in Time for Fuel-Price Trough
Low gas prices helped prompt the decision to upgrade the Armada, with the automaker saying that the sharp decline in fuel prices has kept consumer interest alive among those needing a large SUV to haul people and their stuff and to tow heavy loads.
By Jim Mateja • Feb. 10, 2016 -
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Eight U.K. Cities Share Millions for EV Incentives
Initiatives proposed by the Go Ultra Low cities are aimed at raising plug-in car numbers in the UK by about 100,000 by 2020.
By Alan Harman • Feb. 10, 2016 -
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Elantra: Good Guts, Underwhelming Appearance
Improved ride and handling, powertrains and comfort are sullied by a lack of design flair, inside and out.
Feb. 10, 2016 -
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Buick’s Drop-Top Cascada Wears Brand’s Halo
Buick brings back a convertible for the first time in 25 years and it’s a good one, based on the Opel Cascada engineered in Europe and powered by a punchy 1.6L turbo I-4.
By Bob Gritzinger • Feb. 5, 2016 -
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U.S. Army Zeroes in on Autonomous Vehicles
Much of TARDEC’s work is classified, but one mission is not: Seeking collaboration with outside sources on autonomous technology.
By David C. Smith • Feb. 4, 2016 -
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New GM Powertrain Facility to Speed Engine Tech Transfer
The GM Powertrain Performance and Racing Center is connected to the automaker’s global powertrain engineering center and consolidates competitive engine builders with production engineers.
By James M. Amend • Feb. 2, 2016 -
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Volkswagen to Unveil New I-4 Engines
Volkswagen engineers are ready to reveal the beleaguered brand’s next-generation of small turbocharged 4-cyl. engines, including a diesel fitted with selective catalytic reduction.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 2, 2016 -
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Consumers Look for Fast, Easy Phone-Car Integration
Auto-technology survey taps into consumer wants, expectations and demands.
By Steve Finlay • Feb. 1, 2016 -
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Mini Launches Huge New Flagship
The Mini Cooper Clubman is a stylish, fun-to-drive Mini that finally is big enough for mainstream consumers and luxurious enough for upscale buyers. It is a crucial new product coming at just the right time.
Jan. 29, 2016 -
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Nissan Promises More Engines, Studies Hatchback for Sentra
A choice of powertrains and different body styles would align Nissan more closely with other U.S. C-car competitors including Honda, Ford, Chevy, Hyundai, Kia and Subaru.
Jan. 28, 2016
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