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Mazda Skyactiv-D, -X Engines’ U.S. Arrival Still Unclear, Electric Concept Coming
The EPA last year certified a 2.2L version of Skyactiv diesel in the Mazda CX-5 CUV, but the engine is not in the U.S.-market CX-5 or any other Mazda. A spokesman says don’t take that as a sign Mazda is waffling on offering a diesel in the U.S.
March 21, 2019 -
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European CO2 Emissions Rise as Diesels Fade
JATO analyst Felipe Munoz attributes last year’s emissions increase mainly to the downturn in demand for diesel cars. The average emissions for diesels continued to be lower than those of their gasoline counterparts.
By Alan Harman • March 21, 2019 -
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Aptiv Open to Sharing Data, Sort Of
It would be nearly impossible to place a dollar value on Aptiv’s data hold. But the company is so far along in its AV development, rivals likely would jump at the chance to pinch even a single kilobyte.
By James M. Amend • March 15, 2019 -
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Just Three Companies at Top of Navigant’s Autonomous-Vehicle Ranking
A year-ago, the research firm listed eight companies or consortiums as top-tier leaders in automated driving, but now says GM Cruise, Waymo and Ford Autonomous have moved ahead.
By David Zoia Editor • March 13, 2019 -
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Aston Martin Valkyrie to Pack 1,160-hp Punch
Consisting of a Cosworth-developed 6.5L gasoline V-12 and an electric motor developed by Rimac and Integral Powertain, it produces a combined 1,160 hp at 10,500 rpm and 664 lb.-ft. of torque at 6,000 rpm.
By Greg Kable • March 12, 2019 -
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Honda 1.5L Engine Suffers Cold-Weather Oil-Dilution Problem
Honda’s direct-injected 1.5L turbo 4-cyl. Earth Dreams engine is creating a nightmare for the company as it tries to resolve a severe gasoline oil-dilution problem it says is caused by cold-weather operation.
By Bob Gritzinger • March 7, 2019 -
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Exotic Pininfarina Battista EV Brings 1,900 HP
The company says the coupe, with four electric motors, will accelerate from 0-60 mph (100 km/h) in less than two seconds . Pininfarina has committed to a limited production run of 150 units, selling at some $2.3 million each, with first deliveries expected by 2020.
By Giancarlo Perini • March 5, 2019 -
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Porsche Clarifies Future Macan Plans, Keeping Gas Version
After suggesting earlier in the week that Macan eventually would be electric-only, Porsche now says the current gasoline-powered Macan will continue production alongside new all-electric second-generation model.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 28, 2019 -
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Automakers Jockey for Position in Battle for the Dashboard
A new Wards Intelligence special report analyzes each OEM’s infotainment platform, connectivity and user-interface strategy to deliver cloud-based content – and capture lucrative data.
By Doug Newcomb • Feb. 28, 2019 -
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VinSolutions Tests AI to Help Car Dealers Better Know Customers
“People want a more personalized experience,” says Lori Wittman, Cox Automotive’s senior vice president-dealer software solutions.
By Steven Finlay • Feb. 27, 2019 -
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Diesel Lives On in Audi’s New SQ5 TDI
Germany’s diesel resurgence continues with the help of emission-reducing mild-hybrid functions. But don't expect to see the SQ5 TDI in U.S. showrooms.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 27, 2019 -
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Spain Earmarks €45 Million for EV Subsidies
Purchases of electric cars and LCVs will be subsidized with government payouts of €5,000 ($5,670), while automakers, importers or dealers must also grant a minimum discount of €1,000 ($1,130) on each vehicle.
By Jorge Palacios • Feb. 26, 2019 -
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Piëch to Launch New EV Brand at Geneva
Ferdinand Porsche’s great-grandson enters the automotive arena with the Mark Zero electric coupe concept.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 25, 2019 -
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Court Ruling Prolongs VW’s Diesel Woes
Germany’s Federal Court of Justice rebuked the automaker’s arguments that the cheat software it fitted to various diesel models was legal under European Union law, and therefore it had no responsibility to compensate customers.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 23, 2019 -
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EV Proponent Completing Epic Road Trip
After more than 1,000 days behind the wheel of a modified Volkswagen Mk V Golf Wagon, VW says Wiebe Wakker has driven the farthest distance ever covered by an EV – more than 55,300 miles. The old mark was 13,670 miles.
By Alan Harman • Feb. 22, 2019 -
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2019 GMC Sierra AT4 Sharp Turn for Off-Roading
This is not to suggest the Sierra AT4 is soft. Quite the opposite, it is designed as an off-road take on the pickup’s luxurious Denali trim. That means equal parts ruggedness and luxury with a sticker price approaching rarefied retail air.
By James M. Amend • Feb. 21, 2019 -
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EV Startups Better Bring Something New to The Party
Tesla is succeeding because it’s doing so many things that give it a competitive advantage. Most EV startups coming to market now are not doing anything new.
By John McElroy • Feb. 20, 2019 -
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Dealers Tapped for 1,900-hp Electric Hypercar
Automobili Pininfarina has said the first phase of its dealer network rollout so far has secured relationships with between 25-40 luxury retailers in North America, Europe the Middle East and Asia.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 19, 2019 -
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Makeovers Enhance Nissan’s Premium Murano and Maxima
With at least three years left in their model lifecycles, Nissan’s top-of-the-line Murano CUV and Maxima sedan get enhanced safety offerings, upgraded interiors and mild styling changes for the ’19 model year.
By Bob Gritzinger • Feb. 19, 2019 -
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X Marks BMW’s Spot in Luxury Utility Market
Since November 2017, BMW has blitzed the U.S. market with four all-new SAVs, starting with the X3, followed soon after by the smaller X2, then the coupe-like X4 and most recently the larger three-row X5. Munich isn’t fooling around.
Feb. 14, 2019 -
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Spain Planning 2050 Ban on ICE Power
In a race with France, the Spanish government is preparing a law that will ban the sale of diesel, gasoline and hybrid vehicles from 2040 and ban them entirely from 2050.
By Jorge Palacios • Feb. 13, 2019 -
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Dyson Eyeing Singapore for EV Production
The company is expanding its manufacturing plant in Singapore to build the EV, making it the first car plant for the island state, which has free-trade agreements with China, the U.S. and the European Union.
By Alan Harman • Feb. 12, 2019 -
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2019 Honda Passport Comfortable, Capable New CUV Entry
The new Pilot-derived 2-row midsize crossover from Honda aims to appeal to body-on-frame midsize SUV owners thanks to its off-roading abilities.
Feb. 12, 2019 -
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The Founder Speaks: ‘Thanks for the Engines’
Bill Visnic, former WardsAuto technical editor who launched the Wards 10 Best Engines program 25 years ago, talks about early highlights, such as the Nissan VQ, Honda VTEC, GM’s Vortec and Mazda’s Miller Cycle/Lysholm supercharging tandem.
By Bill Visnic • Feb. 8, 2019 -
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Fuel-Cell Vehicles to Pick Up Pace Mid-Decade, Study Concludes
A new research report by Wards Intelligence, “FCVs On The Horizon,” reveals a number of factors driving that growth. Among them: reductions in the cost and size of fuel-cell stacks; improvements in fuel-cell output and durability; and an expanding fueling infrastructure.
By Bob Gritzinger • Feb. 5, 2019
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