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    Honda Accord Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2014

    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.The Honda Accord, driven by editor Byron Pope, is one of 44 contenders for the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Engines competition.

    Dec. 2, 2013
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    Jeep Cherokee Not Grand, But Pretty Good

    Trailhawk model skews more Wrangler than Grand Cherokee in its on-road ride, but injecting a little Jeep DNA into the midsize CUV sector isn’t a bad thing.

    By David Zoia Editor • Dec. 2, 2013
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    Global Engines of Choice to Have 1.0L-1.9L Displacements

    Ironically, the trend to smaller engines will not come as much in downsized cars as it will in light trucks. The majority of growth by segment will be in B- and C-size cross/utility vehicles.

    By Haig Stoddard • Dec. 2, 2013
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    Ram 1500 Diesel Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2014

    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.The Ram 1500 Diesel, driven by editor Tom Murphy, is one of 44 contenders for the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Engines competition.

    Nov. 27, 2013
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    AAM Touts New Fuel-Saving Driveline Tech

    The EcoTrac system eliminates up to 80% of AWD parasitic drag by disconnecting most of the friction-producing driveline parts when it is not necessary to have all four wheels engaged.

    Nov. 27, 2013
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    Cadillac CTS-V Sport Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2014

    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.The Cadillac CTS-V Sport, driven by editor Tom Murphy, is one of 44 contenders for the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Engines competition.

    Nov. 25, 2013
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    Acura RLX Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2014

    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.The Acura RLX, driven by editor James Amend, is one of 44 contenders for the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Engines competition.

    Nov. 22, 2013
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    Future of Powertrain Becoming Clearer

    Hello, turbochargers and advanced injection systems; goodbye, V-8s, torque converters and cast iron.

    Nov. 21, 2013
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    Hyundai Unveils Tucson Fuel-Cell Vehicle, Refreshed Elantra in L.A.

    The South Korean brand will lease the Tucson for $499 per month for 36 months to residents of Los Angeles and Orange counties.

    Nov. 20, 2013
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    Honda Fuel-Cell Concept, Refreshed Civic Unwrapped in Los Angeles

    Honda says a world-first placement of the powertrain entirely in the engine compartment of the vehicle, rather than under cabin, makes possible greater applications of fuel-cell technology.

    Nov. 20, 2013
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    Subaru BRZ Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2014

    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.The Subaru BRZ, driven by editor Tom Murphy, is one of 44 contenders for the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Engines competition.

    Nov. 20, 2013
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    Jaguar Unleashes Supercharged F-Type Coupes in L.A.

    The F-Type Coupe is based on the automaker’s C-X16 concept, introduced at the 2011 Frankfurt auto show. Built on an all-aluminum platform, the model also takes many of its cues from the Jaguar F-Type Convertible.

    By Erik Derr 1 • Nov. 20, 2013
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    ’15 Chevy Colorado Bows; Powertrains to Include I-4 Turbodiesel Engine

    The pickup leverages a vehicle platform already underpinning a midsize pickup with same name in Asia, but receives significant tweaks for the North American market and also borrows bits from the ’14 Chevy Silverado.

    By James M. Amend • Nov. 20, 2013
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    Ward’s 10 Best Engines Spec Sheet: Corvette 6.2L V-8

    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.As the WardsAuto editorial team continues with 10 Best Engines testing, the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, with its fifth-gener...

    By Tom Murphy • Nov. 18, 2013
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    Chevrolet Silverado 4.3L LV3 Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2014

    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.The Chevrolet Silverado 4.3L LV3 small block V-6, driven by editor Tom Murphy, is one of 44 contenders for the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Engines c...

    Nov. 14, 2013
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    Ward’s 10 Best Engines Spec Sheet: Ram 3.0L Diesel

    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.The WardsAuto editorial team is hip-deep in 10 Best Engines testing, about halfway through the 45 engines we are evaluating by the end of th...

    By Tom Murphy • Nov. 11, 2013
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    Rolls-Royce Wraith: Den of Solitude

    Forgiving a few fit-and-finish issues, the new 2-door fastback delivers a remarkable interior that caters to younger entrepreneurs. The Wraith adds an important new dimension for the iconic British luxury brand.

    Nov. 11, 2013
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    New Powertrain Boss Steve Kiefer Sees No Letup in GM Blitz

    GM is in the midst of launching 27 new or updated products in the U.S. and by the middle of next year will have put 50 new or refreshed models into the global market.

    By James M. Amend • Nov. 6, 2013
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    Hyundai Genesis to Offer World’s First Interior CO2 Monitor

    Hyundai engineers say elevated CO2 levels created by occupant respiration inside the vehicle cabin can cause drowsiness and slow reaction times.

    Oct. 28, 2013
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    GM Taking New Approach to Global Engineering, Vehicle Architectures

    GM is discarding a generations-old strategy of using fixed core platforms based on vehicle segments for a more flexible approach that mixes and matches modules across its product portfolio.

    By James M. Amend • Oct. 28, 2013
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    Big Rewards, Hurdles Seen With Next-Gen Flexible Vehicle Architectures

    WardsAuto/AutomotiveCompass data shows this year about a third of the top-volume platforms will cross four or more size segments. By 2019, that percentage will go to half, and those will span up to seven market segments.

    By David Zoia Editor • Oct. 28, 2013
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    For Cool $364,375, Bentley Mulsanne Simply Enchanting

    When it takes two months to build a Mulsanne – to fabricate and paint the body, to bathe the cabin in finery, to have one guy (Bob Bishop) assemble the 6.75L twin-turbo V-8 – it becomes evident why this car is insanely expensive.

    Oct. 25, 2013
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    White Top Vehicle Color, But Segment Variation Occurring

    Paint supplier PPG says automakers are choosing a color and then modifying it to fit their brand image.

    By Byron Pope • Oct. 24, 2013
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    New Ford Purchasing Chief Leveraging Engineering Background

    Purchasing chief Hau Thai-Tang says the One Ford plan doesn’t work in areas where volume isn’t sufficient.

    By Byron Pope • Oct. 22, 2013
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    Fiesta ST Strikes Balance Between Power, Handling

    The new Fiesta ST, which combines a turbocharged engine and exceptional handling, is one of the best sporty cars from Ford in years.

    By Byron Pope • Oct. 22, 2013