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Equus Interior Nothing Short of Brilliant
This first installment in our series on 2014 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors winners explores how the Hyundai Equus delivers premium features and outstanding comfort while staring down German and Japanese luxury rivals priced considerably higher.
By David Zoia Editor • April 21, 2014 -
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Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Animation
CLICK HERE to view an interactive peek at the winners the 2014 Wards 10 Best Interiors.
April 21, 2014 -
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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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Taiwan Keeps Plugging In EV Market
Without homegrown automakers that compete on a world stage, how can a nation barely larger than Rhode Island become a world leader in a sector that is struggling to gain a foothold in other mature vehicle markets, such as the U.S.?
April 11, 2014 -
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Downsized Engines Leading to Increased NVH Issues
Active-noise control is a technology increasingly being employed by automakers to address NVH issues.
By Byron Pope • April 11, 2014 -
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From Kia to Rolls-Royce, Interiors Honored
Culled from a pool of 41 new or redesigned vehicles, the 2014 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors represent a broad swath of cars and utility vehicles available in the U.S.
April 10, 2014 -
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WardsAuto Names 2014 Design Competition Finalists
The student projects, currently on display at WardsAuto booth 1209 at the SAE World Congress, also will be on exhibit at the WardsAuto Interiors conference May 21 at The Henry hotel in Dearborn, MI.
April 9, 2014 -
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SAE Powertrain Panel: Higher-Octane Gas Could Improve Fuel Economy
The U.S. mandated European-style standards for ultra-low sulfur content in diesel fuel in 2007, resulting in improved diesel engines and emissions.
April 9, 2014 -
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2014 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Roundtable - Part Five
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.WardsAuto editors gather for a roundtable discussion of several vehicles vying for 2014 Ward's 10 Best Interiors honors. Vehicles discussed ...
April 9, 2014 -
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Honda Fit Goes Back to Roots
The smallest Honda, now in its third iteration, maintains its fun-to-drive character and segment-up interior, but comes in a roomier package.
April 9, 2014 -
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Luxury Vehicles Take Biggest Depreciation Hits
Of the trucks and SUVs that dominated CarGurus’ highest-value top-10 roster, eight actually showed year-over-year price increases.
By Steve Finlay • April 8, 2014 -
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’15 Chrysler 200 Light-Years Beyond Predecessor
Chrysler’s CUS-wide platform underpins the new 200, which is a good start considering the architecture also serves as the basis for the Alfa Romeo Giulia.
By Byron Pope • April 7, 2014 -
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U.S. Light Vehicles Set Fuel-Economy Record in March
Increased market share of cars and alternative-fuel vehicles brought the market average to 25.3 mpg.
By Erin Sunde • April 3, 2014 -
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Battery Experts Seek Lower Costs, Better Technology
Research analyst Cosmin Laslau notes EV maker Tesla delivered 4,900 Model S sedans and Apple sold 47.8 million iPhones worldwide in first-quarter 2013. But in terms of Li-ion battery capacity, the Model S consumed 50% more than the iPhone.
By Roger Schreffler • April 3, 2014 -
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VW Diesel Push Pays Off in March
Driven by special sales and lease deals, reduced-rate financing and a $1,000 fuel-card incentive, diesels accounted for 26.6% of VW deliveries, marking the automaker’s best March ever for TDI sales.
By David Zoia Editor • April 1, 2014 -
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Nissan Versa Note: Judging for 2014 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors
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.WardsAuto's Tom Murphy shares his thoughts on the new Nissan Versa Note, a nominee in the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Interiors competition. (See co...
April 1, 2014 -
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Toyota Tundra: Judging for 2014 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors
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.WardsAuto's Tom Murphy shares his thoughts on the new Toyota Tundra, a nominee in the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Interiors competition. (See comple...
March 31, 2014 -
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Lexus IS F Sport: Judging for 2014 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors
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.WardsAuto's Christie Schweinsberg shares her thoughts on the new Lexus IS F sport, a nominee in the 2013 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors competiti...
March 28, 2014 -
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Generous Subsidies Generate EV Appeal in South Korea
As EV sales mount, Korea consumers will have more choices. Virtually all of the 22 car brands imported into the country offer an electrified vehicle.
By Vince Courtenay • March 28, 2014 -
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Cadillac ELR: Judging for 2014 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors
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.WardsAuto's Tom Murphy shares his thoughts on the new Cadillac ELR, a nominee in the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Interiors competition. (See complet...
March 27, 2014 -
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On-Vehicle Cameras Watch Out for Drivers by Watching Them
Continental shows off two systems in the works that are designed to combat driver distraction, inattentiveness and drowsiness.
By Steve Finlay • March 27, 2014 -
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BMW 3.0L Diesel Smooth, Powerful, ‘Remarkable’
BMW diesel engine chief Peter Nefischer says the N57's top design priorities were efficiency, compact packaging, low emissions and the best possible power-to-weight ratio.
By Gary Witzenburg • March 26, 2014 -
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Argentina’s New Vehicle Tax Crippling Luxury Imports
The head of an industry trade group says not a single BMW, Mercedes, Porsche or Mitsubishi has been sold in Argentina since the tax hike took effect Jan. 1.
By Jonathan Gilbert • March 24, 2014 -
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Regions Differ Markedly on Vehicles, Brands of Choice
The Midwest and South love pickup trucks, but fondness for them wanes in the Northeast.
By Steve Finlay • March 21, 2014 -
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Ram EcoDiesel Has High-Class Lineage
A pickup truck with an engine also used by Maserati has a sexy ring, no? Did we mention it was a diesel?
March 13, 2014 -
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Audi RS 7 4.0L Turbo V-8 Busts Out of Corral
This bucking bronco requires a steady hand on the reins, because he will run hard – well past the stated 174 mph top speed, according to some independent tests. From a standstill, the RS 7 can giddyup to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, or less.
March 5, 2014
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