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Hybrid Gut Check
As a relatively new and complex form of automotive technology, hybrid-electric vehicles (HEVs) have created several uncertainties and misconceptions among the car-buying public. In an effort to separate hybrid perception from reality, Toyota Motor Corp., the epicenter of the technology with five Toyota- and Lexus-brand HEVs currently on sale, is looking to unravel the mysteries and set the facts straight
By Mike Sutton • July 1, 2006 -
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Winning Interiors
Domestic auto makers make an impressive showing at the seventh annual automotive Interior of the Year awards, presented at the Ward's Auto Interiors Show. DaimerChrysler AG, Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Corp. take home the lion's share of the awards, given in 12 categories broadly defined by cars, trucks and cross/utility vehicles (CUVs). Winners in each category were based separately on votes
By Bill Visnic • July 1, 2006 -
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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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Reinventing the Automobile
It started out more than 30 years ago as a humble event, a response to stricter government mandates related to automotive safety, fuel and emissions standards. Now the biennual Convergence conference and exhibition is talking about reinventing the automobile. With the exponential growth of the world's population and vehicle ownership rates, advanced electronics along with advanced propulsion, materials,
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Hail CESAR
Siemens VDO Automotive Corp. says aspects of its modular cockpit structure likely will appear in production vehicles in Europe as early as next year. The supplier displayed a BMW 5-Series sedan equipped with its fully operational CESAR at the Ward's Auto Interiors show. The Cockpit Electromechanical System Architecture represents a revolutionary change in the way instrument panels are designed and
By Tom Murphy • July 1, 2006 -
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U.S. Vehicle Population Grows Larger, Cars Grow Older, Scrappage Rate Falls
U.S. roads grew more congested in 2004 and the age of cars on the road increased to an all-time high as the scrappage rate fell.
By Al Binder • June 29, 2006 -
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Cherry Bomb, Mopar to Build Charger Show Car
The '06 Charger will feature numerous Mopar performance parts and debut at the 2006 Specialty Equipment Market Assn. show in Las Vegas.
By Ward's Staff • June 28, 2006 -
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Asian Small Cars Gain as Fuel Prices Soar in 2005
Countries such as Australia and India turned their attention to smaller vehicles to serve growing demand for fuel-efficient passenger cars.
By Christie Schweinsberg • June 26, 2006 -
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World Vehicle Output Hit New Record in 2005, But Developing Countries Led Gains
Despite soaring energy prices, rising interest rates and economic and social difficulties, 2005 world vehicle production reached a record 65.8 million units.
By Al Binder • June 26, 2006 -
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Mitsubishi Develops New Diesel for Europe
The 2L engine will be installed in "key" small and midsize cars Mitsubishi will export to Europe, the auto maker says.
By Ward's Staff • June 20, 2006 -
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Hydrogen Fuel Project to Launch Testing in Germany, Italy
Participants in Germany will start by test-driving hydrogen-powered A-Class cars.
By Keith Nuthall • June 20, 2006 -
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Gettelfinger Re-Elected in UAW Love Fest
The union has three new faces at the vice-president level.
By Eric Mayne • June 14, 2006 -
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Philosophies for Interior Design Rapidly Adapting
Emerging trends are taking auto interiors in new directions.
By Bill Visnic • June 9, 2006 -
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Supplier Downsizing May Boost European Design
Materials consultant Robert Eller expects European suppliers to acquire unprofitable U.S. plants and, thereby, influence interior design.
By Tom Murphy • June 8, 2006 -
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Stow ‘n Go Seating System Spreading, Hogan Says
Magna is satisfied with its North American capacity.
By Eric Mayne • June 8, 2006 -
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Interior of Year Winners Announced
Eight different auto makers take home 2006 Interior of the Year awards at the annual event.
By Bill Visnic • June 8, 2006 -
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New Hybrid Powertrain Designed for Big SUVs, Luxury Cars
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. Toyota and Honda may be the current leaders in hybrid technology, but a new cooperative consisting of GM, DaimlerChrysler and BMW is promi...
By Drew Winter • June 8, 2006 -
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Interior Key Design Frontier, GM’s Lutz Says
Lutz warns suppliers not to take shortcuts that ultimately hurt interior quality, "because we're going to catch you."
By Scott Anderson • June 7, 2006 -
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Faurecia Peddles Happy Attitude
A private showing of the interior concept at GM's tech center draws an eager crowd that includes CEO Rick Wagoner.
By Tom Murphy • June 6, 2006 -
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Hybrids Stake Claims
Volatile gas pump prices, a dicey Middle East oil situation and environmental concerns are fueling new interest in hybrid-electric vehicles (HEVs) in the U.S. marketplace. Spiking gas prices, at nearly $3 per gallon in April, are primarily affecting HEV sales at the lower end of the market, but not in luxury, near-luxury or small SUV segments, auto experts say. In their early intro years (1999-2002),
By Lillie Guyer • June 1, 2006 -
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The Case for Hydrogen
Skeptics say hydrogen-powered fuel-cell vehicles (FCVs) are either an environmentalist pipedream or a scam by auto makers and politicians that promises a long-term solution to the world's energy problems so they can avoid immediate action. Even some advocates say hydrogen-fuel technologies will not be ready for two or three decades, held back by fundamental problems with cost, storage, fuel-cell durability
By Drew Winter • June 1, 2006 -
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A Better Hybrid?
Others may have gotten the jump on hybrid-electric vehicles, but hybrid-development partners General Motors Corp., DaimlerChrysler AG and BMW AG think they have a better idea when it comes to HEV technology. We're convinced the concept we're following is superior (to HEV leader Toyota Motor Corp.'s), declares DC's Andreas Truckenbrodt, executive director-Hybrid Powertrain Programs. The new hybrid
By David E. Zoia • June 1, 2006 -
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MPG Debate Cools Off
Drivers can increase vehicle fuel efficiency by opting for the new generation of seats equipped with ventilating features, U.S. Department of Energy researchers reveal. DOE tests conclude ventilated seats keep vehicle occupants cooler, so they consequently reduce the use of the vehicle's air conditioning system to achieve the desired level of comfort. The DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory
By Herb Shuldiner • June 1, 2006 -
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Scuderi Unveils Advanced Air-Hybrid Engine Concept
A developing engine technology aims to double the efficiency of current vehicles, while reducing emissions by up to 80%.
By Mike Sutton • May 25, 2006 -
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Cooled Car Seats Boost MPG
Ventilated seats keep occupants cooler, so they consequently reduce the use of the vehicle's air conditioning system.
By Herb Shuldiner • May 8, 2006 -
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CGI’s Heavy-Duty Move
International Truck and Engine Corp., Navistar International Corp.'s long-time diesel engine and commercial truck maker, will introduce next year an all-new line of diesel engines for heavy-duty trucks that use compacted graphite iron (CGI), an advanced iron formula that is stronger, yet demonstrably lighter than the conventional gray iron from which most diesel engine blocks are cast. International's
By Bill Visnic • May 1, 2006
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