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Altima Strong Contender in Crowded Midsize-Sedan Segment
The new model should prove a strong competitor in the field, boasting the roominess and near-luxury trappings of its rivals while adding slightly stronger doses of performance-driving dynamics and styling verve.
By James M. Amend • June 8, 2012 -
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Auto Makers Pursue Cleaner Diesel for Emerging Markets
Poor-quality, high-sulfur fuel poses a big challenge to designers of diesel engines for the Asia/Pacific region.
By William Diem • June 7, 2012 -
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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 Global Interiors Chief Aims for Consistency
Amko Leenarts, formerly of Peugeot, is tasked with creating more readily recognizable brand identities for Ford and Lincoln vehicle interiors.
By Eric Gallina • June 5, 2012 -
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Study Charts Range of Hybrids’ Payback Time
The study shows the payback for hybrids compared with their non-hybrid counterpart takes anywhere from no time for the Buick LaCrosse eAssist and Lincoln MKZ hybrids to 5.2 years for the GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid 4WD.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • May 30, 2012 -
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Dodge Dart Comes Big as Small Car
The Dart promises to reverse Chrysler’s long absence among compact cars with sporty good looks, a bold back end, an award-winning interior, three new engines, a great price and a long list of standard and optional features.
May 29, 2012 -
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Alternative Powertrains Can’t Survive Without Government Help, Experts Say
In a new survey, automotive executives say more government support for alternative powertrains can help the segment gain an increased market share.
By Aaron Foley • May 24, 2012 -
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Narrow-Appeal FR-S Perfect Fit for Scion
Sublimely toss-able and ready-to-run, while still being mild-mannered for everyday use, the new FR-S fits Toyota’s youth brand to a ‘T,’ even if the backseat fits practically no one.
May 21, 2012 -
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Toyota Mounting Design-Fueled Comeback, Chief Stylist Says
The new attitude marks a sharp change in direction for Toyota, whose lean manufacturing principles and bulletproof quality made it an industry leader over the last two decades and the envy of rivals.
By James M. Amend • May 18, 2012 -
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More Personalization Seen With Ambient Interior Lighting
Using LIN, designers can achieve more uniformity with their lighting designs. Ambient lighting needs to fit a particular interior color, as some lighting schemes may be too intense in a beige interior but just right for a cabin shaded black.
May 17, 2012 -
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Infotainment to Drive Vehicle-Interior Styling
Even though auto makers are designing new, advanced infotainment systems, they’ve been forced to work within the confines of conventional interior architectures. That could be about to change, insiders say.
By David Zoia Editor • May 17, 2012 -
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Dodge Dart - Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony
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May 17, 2012 -
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Chrysler 300 Luxury - Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony
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May 17, 2012 -
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Chevy Sonic – Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony
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May 17, 2012 -
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Infiniti JX35 - Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony
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May 17, 2012 -
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Mazda CX-5 – Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony
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May 17, 2012 -
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Volkswagen Beetle - Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony
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May 17, 2012 -
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Jae Min Keynote Presentation - WardsAuto Interiors Conference 2012
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May 17, 2012 -
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Audi A7 - Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony
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May 17, 2012 -
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Small-Car Interiors Present Challenges, Opportunities
Small-car buyers crave functionality, connectivity and safety from automotive interiors, industry experts say at today's conference.
By Byron Pope • May 17, 2012 -
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VW Didn’t Scrimp on Passat, Jetta Interiors, Designer Says
The success of the two cars has taken even the auto maker by surprise, Jae Min says, pointing to stable transaction prices in the U.S. and the success of the bigger Jetta in Germany.
By David Zoia Editor • May 17, 2012 -
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Race On for McLaren Supercar
Advanced braking technology, amazing stability, 592 hp and dramatic styling distinguish the MP4-12C, the first in a new line of McLaren supercars.
May 15, 2012 -
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EV Battery Breakthrough Likely 10 Years Away, Researchers Say
Although the newly established Kentucky-Argonne Battery Mfg. Research and Development Center is focused on cutting battery costs and improving manufacturing processes, it takes about 10 years to put a new invention into production.
By Byron Pope • May 11, 2012 -
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Infiniti JX Fills Gap in Lineup
The auto maker says market demand spurred the development of its all-new fullsize CUV. But so did lost business to competitors.
By Steve Finlay • May 10, 2012 -
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Student Designers Visualize New CUV Interior
In the third annual WardsAuto Interiors Student Design Competition, young stylists concentrated on creating small, practical cross/utility vehicles aimed at first-time buyers in the year 2025.
May 9, 2012 -
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Indian Supplier’s Low-Cost Hybrid System Nears Market
The KPIT Cummins technology is designed for both original-equipment and aftermarket installation, can work with any powertrain and will be available with either lead-acid or lithium-ion batteries, depending on range needs.
By David Zoia Editor • May 8, 2012
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