Lexus seeks fix for software glitch in navigation systemAuto News

Toyota is working to repair a software problem that can disable navigation systems in its Lexus vehicles and that may require a return trip to dealerships to complete repairs.

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GM criticized by Trump for Mexico investmentsAuto News

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump rebuked General Motors on Tuesday, widening his criticism of American companies that have invested in Mexico.

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Judge rules against Tammy Darvish in succession caseAuto News

A Maryland judge summarily dismissed the lawsuit Tamara Darvish filed in 2015 against her father and the company he founded, DARCARS Automotive Group, after she was ousted from the dealership group.

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Ford, Fiat Chrysler truck plants to keep humming this summerAuto News

Ford and Fiat Chrysler are cutting production of smaller cars and idling workers at some North American factories, while boosting output of crossovers and SUVs in reaction to a long-term shift toward larger vehicles. U.S.

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Supply puts a drag on used prices, but Manheim index risesAuto News

An increase in used-vehicle supply has put a drag on used-vehicle prices. But dealers' skills and efficiencies lifted Manheim's monthly Used Vehicle Value Index despite that supply pressure.

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Jeep launches summer campaign for special-edition lineupAuto News

The Jeep brand paired with USA Olympic men's basketball team finalist Paul George and Sony/ATV Music Publishing for its three new summer spots, now airing in the U.S., focusing on the brand's special-edition lineup.

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Investigation cites 'non-transparent practices' by advertising agenciesAuto News

An investigation by the Association of National Advertisers -- the trade association that includes GM and major U.S.

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Marc Stepp, head of UAW's Chrysler department in rocky 1970s, dies at 93Auto News

Marc Stepp, who as head of the UAW's Chrysler department negotiated steep cuts in pay and other benefits for thousands of factory workers as the ailing automaker teetered near bankruptcy and angled for a historic U.S.

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NADA names Fong to head dealership operationsAuto News

The National Automobile Dealers Association today named Peter Fong, 52, as senior vice president of dealership operations. He replaces John Lyboldt, who left NADA to become president of the Truckload Carriers Association.

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Marc Stepp, head of UAW's Chrysler department in rocky 1970s, diesAuto News

Marc Stepp, who as head of the UAW's Chrysler department negotiated steep cuts in pay and other benefits for thousands of factory workers as the ailing automaker teetered near bankruptcy and angled for a historic U.S.

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Spanish supplier Ficosa ramps up hiring for new Tenn. plantAuto News

Spanish auto-parts supplier Ficosa is hiring hundreds of employees for a 270,000-square-foot plant launching production this year in Tennessee.

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Continental Structural Plastics seeking investor; reports say Hanwha interestedAuto News

Auto supplier and composites specialist Continental Structural Plastics is 'seeking a strategic global partner' to support its further growth, and media reports from South Korea say Hanwha Group has expressed interest in acquiring CSP.

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Buick's stealth launchAuto News

Since Buick confirmed plans in December to sell the China-built Envision in the U.S., GM has kept the handsome compact crossover in the automotive equivalent of a witness-protection program.

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Mercedes reshapes GLE for new platformAuto News

When Mercedes-Benz introduces the redesigned GLE crossover, likely in 2018, the automaker also will be showcasing its new MHA vehicle architecture.

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Study predicts 21 million autonomous cars sold globally by 2035Auto News

Despite facing an uphill battle of legislation and regulation, 21 million fully and semi-autonomous vehicles will be sold globally by 2035, according to a forecast from IHS Automotive released today.

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Ford Fiesta footprint to expandAuto News

The Ford Fiesta will grow in size when it is redesigned for the 2018 model year, new spy photographs show.

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Ad industry report cites evidence of 'pervasive' agency rebate collection Auto News

An investigation by the Association of National Advertisers -- the trade association that includes GM and major U.S.

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Nissan bets on Datsun again to crack India's small car marketAuto News

Nissan today launched a compact hatchback from its Datsun stable in India -- its third attempt to crack the country's small- and low-cost car market where it has struggled to make a dent.

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Cascade Engineering seeks 'lasting impact'Auto News

Christina Keller joined Cascade Engineering in 2009 with a background in nonprofit work. She holds an MBA from Cornell University and also worked in consulting in New York.

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Hyundai chairman's son ventures into luxury with Genesis brandAuto News

Hyundai Chairman Chung Mong-Koo proved the South Korean automaker can build reliable, value-for-money cars by beating Toyota and Volkswagen in benchmark U.S. quality surveys. His son now wants to show Hyundai can be synonymous with luxury, too.

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Japanese woman sues Takata, Nissan over airbag injuriesAuto News

A Japanese women has filed a negligence suit against Takata and Nissan after she sustained injuries when a passenger-side airbag made by Takata exploded in her Nissan vehicle last year.

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Infiniti considers offering highway self-driving on new modelsAuto News

Infiniti is considering rolling out highway self-driving capabilities for most new models, its president said today, potentially overtaking German rivals in a race to offer autonomous driving.

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Hyundai chairman's son ventures into luxury with Genesis brandAuto News

Hyundai Chairman Chung Mong Koo proved the South Korean automaker can build reliable, value-for-money cars by beating Toyota and Volkswagen in benchmark U.S. quality surveys. His son now wants to show Hyundai can be synonymous with luxury, too.

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Samsung SDI said to be making progress in talks to supply Tesla Model 3 batteriesAuto News

Samsung SDI is making progress in talks with Tesla to supply batteries for the Model 3 electric car as well as its energy storage products, a source with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.

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Barra says 'undervalued' GM can sustain profit long termAuto News

GM CEO Mary Barra made the case in an interview with Bloomberg Television that GM can handle a downturn and sustain profits if the economy slumps in the next few years.

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