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Lexus GS 450h Interior Stands Out in Luxury Segment
Lexus GS 450h interior features high-quality materials, including eye-catching authentic bamboo trim and extreme attention to detail.
By Byron Pope • April 30, 2013 -
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Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Tell Inside Story
The competition focuses only on vehicles that are all-new or have interiors that have been significantly improved. This method works well because, in general, the newest interiors are the best.
April 30, 2013 -
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’14 Grand Cherokee’s Split Personality Embraces Luxury, But Ready to Rock
The Grand Cherokee hasn’t always been identified as a premium vehicle; rather, it has evolved from its window-shattering days at the North American International Auto Show to attracting today’s luxury buyers.
By Aaron Foley • April 29, 2013 -
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Hybrid Supercar Brings Italian Credentials to China
The auto maker will offer a 6.0L V-12 with an electric motor integrated into the gearbox and a 3.8L twin-turbocharged V-6 version outfitted with two electric motors on the front axle for permanent 4-wheel drive.
By Giancarlo Perini • April 29, 2013 -
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Big Apple Juice: Leaf EV Taxis Tested in New York
The Leaf taxis are being tested for their feasibility for daily service in New York. But they are not taking the place of the “Taxi of Tomorrow” based on the Nissan NV200, the exclusive replacement for the 13,000-plus cabs now plying city streets.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • April 26, 2013 -
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TE Connectivity Driving Weight Out of Vehicle Connectors
The supplier has developed a process to replace copper wiring with aluminum, which it says can trim 10%-15% from wiring harness weight.
By Byron Pope • April 25, 2013 -
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Chevy Spark BEV Gets Range Estimate of 82 Miles
The EPA also estimates the battery-electric vehicle, coming to select U.S. markets this summer, will achieve a combined-cycle equivalent of 199 MPG-e.
By James M. Amend • April 24, 2013 -
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Hyundai Santa Fe 3-Row Overcomes Space Shortcomings
Superior interior touches and many standard features abound in Hyundai’s new big CUV, although it is short on passenger and cargo volume compared with the competition.
April 22, 2013 -
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54.5 MPG Surprisingly Close But Demands Electrification, Experts Say
David Johnson, CEO of Achates Power, says loopholes in the CAFE regulations water down the seemingly insurmountable minimum.
By James M. Amend • April 19, 2013 -
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Ram 1500: Judging for 2013 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 Drew Winter shares his thoughts on the new Ram 1500, one of the winners in the 2013 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors competition.
April 19, 2013 -
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Lutz Pans Diesels on Day Chevy Reveals Cruze 46-MPG Rating
The Cruze diesel, due in the fall at dealerships, marks GM’s first car diesel in some 20 years. The auto maker says it expects consumers will gravitate to diesel technology for more than fuel economy.
By James M. Amend • April 18, 2013 -
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Kia Forte: Judging for 2013 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 Kia Forte, one of the winners in the 2013 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors competit...
April 18, 2013 -
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Reporter Notebook: Who Says Engineers Aren’t Funny?
WardsAuto writers pass along the buzz at this week’s SAE World Congress being held in Detroit.
By WardsAuto Staff • April 17, 2013 -
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Auto Makers Take Systems Approach to Fuel Economy, Emissions Reduction
Auto makers are studying ways to mitigate losses and improve efficiencies of all vehicle systems, including engines and transmissions, while developing new technologies.
By Byron Pope • April 17, 2013 -
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Engineers Look for Ways to Cut Energy Waste
Auto makers have the added task of balancing fuel efficiency with reducing emissions, but both can be compromised as electronic systems become more complicated.
By Aaron Foley • April 17, 2013 -
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Better Behavior, Autonomous Driving Cures for Distraction, Experts Say
Distracted driving was blamed for more than 3,300 deaths on U.S roadways last year, according to government estimates. Another 387,000 motorists were injured as a result of the phenomenon.
By James M. Amend • April 17, 2013 -
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Porsche Boxster: Judging for 2013 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 Porsche Boxster, a nominee in the 2013 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors competition.
April 17, 2013 -
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Developer Protean Says In-Wheel Electric Motors Nearing Production
The first applications likely will be in light-commercial vehicles in China, CEO Bob Purcell tells WardsAuto.
By David Zoia Editor • April 17, 2013 -
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Powertrain Engineers Eye Faster Data Networks
Most panelists reluctantly agree that faster data transfer within the vehicle ultimately will be driven by insatiable customer demands for more convenience items, entertainment and connectivity, not powertrain requirements.
April 17, 2013 -
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Hyundai Boosts Sonata Hybrid for More Power, Fuel Economy
The ’13 model's Blue Drive powertrain features a bigger-capacity 10.5-kW starter generator, 35-kW (47-hp) electric motor and 47-kW LG Cheml 72-cell lithium-polymer battery pack.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • April 17, 2013 -
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Virtual Backseat Driver May Ride Along With Your Next Vehicle
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.How’s your driving?Soon you won’t need to ask; the car will let you know all by itself.That’s a future just two or three years away, Karthik...
By David Zoia • April 16, 2013 -
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Mercedes SL550: Judging for 2013 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 Byron Pope shares his thoughts on the new Mercedes SL550, a nominee in the 2013 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors competition.
April 16, 2013 -
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Asian Brands Dominate Ward’s 10 Best Interiors
New vehicles from Acura, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Hyundai, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Nissan, Ram and Toyota earn 2013 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors honors, as chosen by WardsAuto editors.
April 15, 2013 -
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Ford to Launch New 1.5L EcoBoost Engine
Ford says new EcoBoost mill will benefit customers who receive tax breaks for purchasing vehicles with engines of 1.5L or less.
By WardsAuto Staff • April 11, 2013 -
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Buick Enclave: Judging for 2013 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 James Amend shares his thoughts on the new Buick Enclave, a nominee in the 2013 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors competition. (See compl...
April 11, 2013
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