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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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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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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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Murano’s Unique Interior Trim Part of Desire to Break Mold
Although initially derided by some within Nissan for looking too much like 1970s Formica, the Murano’s white plastic interior trim works in the end, says Chief Engineer Chris Reed.
March 27, 2015 -
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EV Challenge: Smaller, More Powerful, Less Expensive Batteries
Auto supplier Schaeffler says it has three good reasons to sponsor Formula E racing.
By Steve Finlay • March 27, 2015 -
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Chevy Malibu Strong Hybrid Coming Next Year
The new Malibu Hybrid’s lofty fuel-economy ratings come courtesy of a number of technologies from the Chevy Volt, most notably a version of the breakthrough 2-motor drive unit.
By James M. Amend • March 25, 2015 -
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Ford GT Interior Leverages Biometric Research
The 2-seat supercar launching next year is among the first in the Ford stable drawing from a new research project that quantifies a driver’s emotional attachment to a vehicle interior and even tracks brainwaves and eye movements.
March 23, 2015 -
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More Power, Bang for the Buck Elevate ILX
Acura finally gets the formula for the ILX correct, with right engine at the right price.
March 23, 2015 -
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China Vehicle Production Up 11.5% in January
FAW Volkswagen was the top manufacturer in January with an 8.7% share of production.
By Heather Rowe • March 19, 2015 -
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Land Rover Discovery Sport Toasts Icelandic Winter
On its own, the Discovery Sport is a smashingly capable luxury CUV. As a replacement for the aging LR2, it is out of this world.
By James M. Amend • March 19, 2015 -
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North American Light-Vehicle Production Down 2.6% in February
Several manufacturers achieved record results for the month, while some others posted double-digit declines.
By Erin Sunde • March 18, 2015 -
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You Can’t Spell Inevitable Without EV
Electric cars simply are more convenient than gasoline cars and will only become more so. My electric car is always full. This is because I plug it in every night. I almost never have to take it to the garage, because upgrades/fixes are downloaded overnight.
By Michael Wade • March 6, 2015 -
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How Auto Dealers Can Get Started With Big Data
Understanding how, why and what people buy is all you need to harness big data.
By Dan Smith • Feb. 27, 2015
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