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Porsche Reveals Details of 911 Hybrid
August Achleitner, the German automaker’s head of sportscar development, confirms work is progressing on a hybrid version of the powerplant that will provide the new 911 with the capability to run exclusively on electric power for limited distances.
By Greg Kable • Dec. 17, 2018 -
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2019 Wards 10 Best Engines: Gasoline, Diesel, Electrification Honored
“I never thought I’d live to see the day when a fuel-cell car and a battery EV would make the list the same year as two burly V-8s and a sophisticated 4-cyl. engine with variable compression,” says WardsAuto editor Drew Winter.
Dec. 14, 2018 -
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Tech-Packed 2019 Audi A6/A7 Feature Different Looks, Similar Personalities
Backed by a 3.0L turbo V-6, both cars drive well, but the real story with these all-new models can be found in their design detail and a risky switch to a touchscreen-based infotainment system.
By David Zoia Editor • Dec. 12, 2018 -
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Understanding Consumer Behavior Influences EV Purchases
There remains a sizable gap between consumer knowledge of how traditional internal-combustion engines work and EV features and benefits.
By Jim Johnson • Dec. 12, 2018 -
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Magna Unveils Flexible Interior for Autonomous Vehicles
The new concept includes three specific configurations for car sharing, long road trips and autonomous ride sharing.
Dec. 11, 2018 -
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Fuel Efficiency, New EPA Regs and EVs Focus of New Conference
Popular crossover vehicles are far less fuel efficient than the cars they are driving to extinction. The Wards conference will look at ways to make crossovers and electric vehicles lighter and more aerodynamic.
Dec. 11, 2018 -
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Chevy Silverado 4-Cyl. Shape of Things to Come
Despite shouldering some 4,700 lbs. of pickup, the engine provides excellent acceleration merging a 2-wheel-drive Silverado RST crew cab into traffic along Phoenix freeways or overtaking slower traffic.
By James M. Amend • Dec. 10, 2018 -
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Sustainable Mobility Focus of New Mahle R&D Center
About 250 employees will work at the center in Valencia, Spain, developing new products including power electronics and software solutions such as electric drive systems and auxiliary components, and heating and cooling systems.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 7, 2018 -
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Freudenberg Raises Stake in Fuel-Cell Technology
Freudenberg intends to make every component of the fuel cell stack in-house, including the catalytic membrane and gas diffusion layers. The supplier has set a late-2019 target to have a fuel-cell stack ready for the market.
By Roger Schreffler • Dec. 6, 2018 -
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Kids Today Want Electric, Autonomous Tomorrow
“Ignore kids at your own peril,” says Jeff Hannah, director-SBD Automotive North America, a connected-car and secured-car strategy consultancy.
By James M. Amend • Nov. 28, 2018 -
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EV Startup Shows Off Pickup, SUV at LA Show
With a base price of $61,000, Rivian plans to go after affluent buyers who might consider vehicles built by Tesla or Jaguar Land Rover, company spokesman Michael McHale says.
By Joseph Szczesny • Nov. 28, 2018 -
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A Rundown of Vehicle Subscription Services
If enough automakers see some success with high-end subscription services, they likely will figure out a pricing structure for mainstream vehicles.
By Richard Reina • Nov. 27, 2018 -
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Hybrid, AWD, Interior Stand Out in Remade Next-Gen 2019 Toyota RAV4
While Americans are enamored with car-like crossovers, Toyota remakes its popular RAV4 CUV into a more SUV-like beast.
Nov. 21, 2018 -
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Electric Scooters vs. Cities: The Next Battle for the Future of Mobility
Meeting the quality of life needs of growing city populations in Middle America is directly tied to offering alternatives to a still prominent car ownership culture. This will take time.
By Trevor Pawl • Nov. 19, 2018 -
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2019 Volvo S60 Completes Swedish Brand Revamp on High Note
The U.S.-built S60 benefits from a longer and lower profile, sleek new sheet metal, a series of fuel-efficient powertrains, an elegantly understated interior, updated infotainment and cutting-edge driver assist technology.
By Doug Newcomb • Nov. 19, 2018 -
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Alliance Invests in EV Battery Developer
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi says Enevate’s HD-Energy Technology for EVs features 5-minute fast charging with high energy density and long driving range, as well as low-temperature operation in cold climates and low cost.
By Alan Harman • Nov. 16, 2018 -
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Industry Split on European Connected-Car Rules
A key concern for European automakers is the extent to which the European Union and its executive branch, the European Commission, will encourage either the use of Wi-Fi or 5G network for the development of connected cars in upcoming legislation.
By Diana Yordanova • Nov. 16, 2018 -
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New Corolla Sedan Unveiled, Hybrid Due
A new engine, more agile handling and a “minimal” interior are a few features of the ’20-model sedan, on sale in the U.S. in March next year. A hybrid model debuts at the L.A. auto show Nov. 28.
Nov. 16, 2018 -
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McLaren Begins Testing Speedtail Hybrid Hypercar
McLaren calls the Speedtail the fastest, most aerodynamic and most luxurious model it has ever made. Only 106 will be produced and all of them already are allocated to owners.
By Alan Harman • Nov. 15, 2018 -
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From Urban Explorer to User Experience, Lexus UX Gets It Done
The UX delivers a fine interior, compelling exterior styling and competitive powertrains at a great price. It is clear the UX has more than a decent shot at success.
Nov. 14, 2018 -
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Autonomous Cars Survey Matter of Life and Death
The most emphatic global preferences in the survey are for sparing the lives of humans over the lives of other animals; sparing the lives of many people rather than a few; and preserving the lives of the young, rather than older people.
By Alan Harman • Nov. 12, 2018 -
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How Software Will Dominate the Automotive Industry
The rise of autonomous vehicles will cause a tectonic shift in the mobility industry―and incumbents must evolve along with it. Toptal Insights shares how automakers can position themselves to flourish in the new era of mobility.
Nov. 11, 2018 -
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Holding the Hot Potato of Cybersecurity
All this new cybersecurity software, process and costs bring up several big – strike that – enormous questions, which have not been answered and are looming in the near future for multiple manufacturers.
By Steve Tengler • Nov. 9, 2018 -
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Vehicle Subscription Services’ Pros and Cons
What makes these offers attractive to anyone, presuming one can afford $1,000, to $3,000 per month?
By Richard Reina • Nov. 8, 2018 -
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Clever Technologies Help Improve Truck MPG
Wards 10 Best Engines judges are focusing closely on Ram’s eTorque 48V mild-hybrid system, Ford’s light-duty 6-cyl. diesel, Ford’s 2.7L EcoBoost V-6 (return winner) and GM’s 2.7L turbo-4 and a groundbreaking 17-mode cylinder-deactivation system available in 5.3L and 6.2L V-8s.
By Gary Witzenburg • Nov. 8, 2018
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