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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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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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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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Exclusivity Key Element of Luxury
Experts suggest luxury-product makers risk diluting their brand if they go too far down-market.
By James M. Amend • May 12, 2016 -
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Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy the Car Interior
Advanced technologies would calm stressed drivers, rouse sleepy ones and overall make the car interior the place to be.
By Steve Finlay • May 12, 2016 -
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Gesture Control One Path to Simpler Interiors
A panel devoted to the user experience in vehicle interiors generates news from Continental, which offers another approach to gesture control integrated within the steering wheel.
May 12, 2016 -
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Nissan Engine Plant Builds Latest Titan V-8
By the time Nissan’s Decherd Engine Plant turns 20 years old next year, the Tennessee operation will have produced some 11 million powerplants. The newest addition is the updated 5.6L V-8 for the Titan pickup.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 12, 2016 -
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Direction Defines Volvo Design
Volvo’s award-winning XC90 takes some chances compared with other interiors, but in the end the luxury CUV’s intuitive design proves logical, functional and stylish.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 11, 2016 -
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What Future Car Consumers Want
Polling particularly focuses on what the 18-and-under set think about self-driving cars because that group ultimately will be buying them.
By Steve Finlay • May 11, 2016
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