China bid for FCA could hit a U.S. wallAuto News

If a Chinese buyer emerges for all or part of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, it could face heightened scrutiny by U.S. security officials.

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Dealership operator retirements fuel buy-sell dealsAuto News

In recent years, the aging of America's dealers fueled the buy-sell market as owners decided to retire. Now it's aging store operators who are triggering sales.

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Ford will ease into EVsAuto News

Ford is expected to introduce a plug-in hybrid Escape and hybrid versions of its full-size SUVs in 2019.

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GMC could add small crossoverAuto News

GMC chief Duncan Aldred says a crossover smaller and less expensive than the compact Terrain is "a logical place" for the brand to expand.

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Audi Sport in no race for a halo, Winkelmann saysAuto News

Despite requests from customers for a hypercar, Stephan Winkelmann and his revamped Audi Sport division will be busy for the foreseeable future launching a host of new nameplates, particularly crossovers and fully electric cars.

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Relief for midsize sedans? Not much.Auto News

The beleaguered midsize sedan segment is poised to get a boost from redesigns of its three top sellers, but a shakeout could leave just a few healthy competitors.

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Toyota sizes up North American suppliers for EVsAuto News

Toyota's North American purchasing arm began assessing the local supply chain more than a year ago as part of the Japanese carmaker's decision to set up an in-house division dedicated to developing EVs.

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Big dealer groups split on used-car venturesAuto News

The publicly traded dealership groups are sharply split over stand-alone used-vehicle stores. Here's what drives their thinking.

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Suppliers on track for record acquisitionsAuto News

Suppliers are on a record pace for acquisitions, with electronics producers and Europeans offering the most allure.

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A dealership ditches the 'dog-and-pony show'Auto News

The Grappone family decided to rip up the approach that had long been the foundation of its success and try to shed the traditional dealership image that makes some consumers queasy.

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Volvo hopes to change thinking about EVsAuto News

After overcoming doubts that engine size dramatically affected vehicle power, the automaker sees its next challenge as showing consumers that batteries don't drastically change their driving experience.

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Amid Harvey's destruction in Texas, auto industry assesses damageAuto News

Editor's note: Automotive News is monitoring the effects Harvey is having on automotive operations, supply chain, retailers and shipping. We will report developments as details emerge.

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Amid Harvey's destruction, Detroit 3 say parts shipping unaffectedAuto News

Editor's note: Automotive News is monitoring the effects Harvey is having on automaker operations, retailers and shipping. We will report developments as details emerge.

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Amid Harvey's destruction, Detroit 3 report minimal impact on parts shipping Auto News

Editor's note: Automotive News is monitoring the effects Harvey is having on automaker operations, retailers and shipping. We will report developments as details emerge.

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GM workers at Ontario plant authorize strikeAuto News

Workers at General Motors' Ingersoll, Ontario, assembly plant voted to authorize a strike should no labor agreement be reached next month.

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Harvey's first strike leaves 'catastrophic' flooding in Texas Auto News

As Harvey's winds die down, trouble for Texas may have just begun with forecasts for unprecedented flooding in Houston. In addition, auto shippers, manufacturers and retailers face potential disruptions.

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Hurricane Harvey's first strike leaves 'catastrophic' flooding in Texas Auto News

As Harvey's winds die down, trouble for Texas may have just begun with forecasts for unprecedented flooding in Houston. In addition, auto shippers, manufacturers and retailers face potential disruptions.

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