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Honda Pilot: Great Powertrain, Compromised Interior
Honda’s 3-row CUV is all-new for ’16, but despite a more powerful V-6 and excellent automatic transmission, feels like a step backward as several interior elements are cheapened.
May 20, 2015 -
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JCI, LTU Pair Up for Battery Research
A new dynamometer at Lawrence Tech’s campus will allow students and JCI engineers to work jointly on powertrain systems, such as a new dual-voltage stop-start system coming to market in 2018.
May 20, 2015 -
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Thailand, Malaysia Charge Ahead With EV Plans
A Malaysian government official says the JV between Chinese automaker BAIC and local manufacturer Amber Dual aims to penetrate the Southeast Asian market with its population of 550 million people.
By Alan Harman • May 19, 2015 -
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’16 Cadillac ATS-V: What You See Is What You Get
The ATS-V is so thoroughly enjoyable we’re half-tempted to tell leadership at the General Motors luxury division to stop here.
By James M. Amend • May 14, 2015 -
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Interior Technology Boom Poses Satisfaction, Safety Questions
The industry already has seen failures, too. In a bid to get the latest connectivity technologies into the market, there have been stumbles as consumers were slow to master them.
By James M. Amend • May 13, 2015 -
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HUD, Virtual Reality Next Step Toward Autonomous Vehicles
Enhanced heads-up displays will allow consumers to begin to trust vehicle safety systems such as lane departure warning and automated braking, paving the way for wider acceptance of more advanced autonomous-vehicle technology.
By David Zoia Editor • May 13, 2015 -
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Electrification Move May Point Toward Another Win for CPT
The U.K.-based technology developer believes 48 volts is the sweet spot for its advanced stop-start system, which it says now is capable of boosting fuel economy 18%, thanks to some recent software tweaks.
By David Zoia Editor • May 8, 2015 -
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2015 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Quick Hits
A concise summation of all 42 interiors evaluated as part of the 2015 competition. Many of these comments are taken directly from score sheets submitted by WardsAuto editors. Prices listed are sticker.
May 7, 2015 -
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Why Audi No Longer Rules Luxury Interiors
We think this chapter of Audi’s dominance peaked in 2011 and 2012, when the magnificent A8 and A7 were named Ward’s 10 Best Interiors.
May 6, 2015 -
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April U.S. Light-Vehicle Inventory Steady
Holding steady, April inventory still below the level needed to support a strong spring selling season.
By Al Binder • May 4, 2015 -
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Honda HR-V: Generous Interior Space Trumps So-So Powertrain
Honda’s newest CUV, the HR-V, should benefit greatly from the reputation the automaker has established with its CR-V, the best-selling midsize CUV in the U.S.
May 1, 2015 -
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Toyota Interiors: They’re Getting There
Models tested this year show Toyota a step behind rivals when it comes to lovely interiors, with the Lexus RC 350 coupe narrowly missing the 2015 list.
May 1, 2015 -
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Ford F-150 King Ranch Interior Combines Luxury, Utility
The overall execution of the interior is unlike some high-end pickups, many of which seem to have luxury trappings added on rather than flawlessly integrated.
By Byron Pope • April 29, 2015 -
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Incentives Designed to Jump-Start Korean EV Market
Incentives for 3,090 EVs are available this year. When added to the 3,014 EVs registered nationwide at the end of 2014, plus the 10,000 proposed new incentives, the government calculates more than 16,000 EVs will be on Korean roads by the end of 2016.
By Vince Courtenay • April 29, 2015 -
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Chrysler 300 Interior Bowls Over Competition
Making big sedans relevant again, the refreshed Chrysler 300 carries over many of the styling cues, inside and out, that have made it a perennial contender, while integrating a number of meaningful improvements.
April 28, 2015 -
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Hybrids, EVs Shine in U.K. Owner-Satisfaction Survey
The Lexus IS takes the No.1 slot with a satisfaction rating of 93.96%, ending the Skoda Yeti’s 3-year stint at the top of the survey. Three-quarters of all Lexus IS owners who responded own the eco-friendly hybrid version.
By Alan Harman • April 27, 2015 -
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10 Best Interiors Keep on Trucking
For the first time, five vehicles classified as trucks make our list. For the next two weeks, WardsAuto will present articles and photo galleries featuring the winners, some of the losers and other trends we spotted during the competition.
April 27, 2015 -
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OEMs Ponder Dual-Fuel, Cooled EGR Combustion Strategies
A Southwest Research scientist says many automakers have begun working on dual-fuel RCCI systems, and that it will take at least a decade before the technology is ready for production vehicles.
April 22, 2015 -
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Auto Execs Cite Diesel Opportunities, Hurdles in U.S.
Market share for diesel-powered light vehicles was 2.7% in the U.S. last year. For gasoline counterparts, it was 93.8%
By Steve Finlay • April 22, 2015 -
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New ’15 Ford Edge Stands Out in Crowded CUV Segment
The ’15 Edge retains its 3-bar grille, but now has more space between the bars and is hexagonal instead of rectangular.
By Byron Pope • April 15, 2015 -
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FCA to Build Two New Engines at Italy Plant
FCA is investing $540 million to retool the plant, including the addition of new production lines.
By Byron Pope • April 8, 2015 -
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Study Says Autonomous, Connected Cars to Enrich U.K.
The report forecasts that by 2030, every new car will have some form of connectivity, while more than a quarter will be fully autonomous, preventing more than 25,000 serious accidents and saving thousands of lives.
By Alan Harman • April 7, 2015 -
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Volvo Fighting for Premium CUV Customers
Long overdue, the new XC90 arrives with a brilliant interior, two efficient powertrains, an intuitive human-machine interface and just enough exterior styling tweaks to draw the attention of luxury-minded shoppers.
April 6, 2015 -
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Yeast Used in Sake Production Could Brew Biofuel
The U.K. research team says its findings could help create biofuel that is more environmentally friendly and ethically sound than other sources because it would make use of waste products.
By Alan Harman • March 31, 2015 -
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VW Golf SportWagen Sidesteps Station Wagon Stereotype
What are CUVs if not station wagons on stilts?
By Steve Finlay • March 31, 2015
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