Survey eases fears of pickup cannibalizationAuto News

If car or crossover owners are willing to dip a toe into the midsize pickup segment, while full-size pickup buyers remain where they are, that would be a recipe for greater profitability across the board.

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Lexus willing to wait on subscriptionsAuto News

Lexus is in no rush to embrace a vehicle subscription program at the brand level, but it sees the all-inclusive short-team lease as a format that could be expanded to other models in the lineup.

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Why autonomous vehicles need a crystal ballAuto News

Predicting how pedestrians will behave around autonomous vehicles has become a key problem, one the likes of Volvo, Ford and others are trying to solve.

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D.C. communications director among GM employees taking early separation dealAuto News

WASHINGTON -- One of General Motors' top communications officials in Washington is leaving as the company faces criticism from both sides of the political aisle for plans to shutter five plants in the U.S.

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Judge gives preliminary OK to VW's $48M settlement with investorsAuto News

A U.S. judge in California granted preliminary approval to a $48 million settlement for investors who said Volkswagen AG made false and misleading statements over excess diesel emissions.

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N.A. Trade Pact Signed Amid 'Barbs,' 'Abuse' (11/30/18)

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Toyota expands role of key North American execsAuto News

Toyota, aiming to speed planning and decision-making across North America, is

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Musk says Tesla Model 3 output hits 1,000 per day: ReportAuto News

Tesla met a production target of 1,000 Model 3 cars per day, automotive website Electrek reported, citing an email to employees from company CEO Elon Musk.

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Barra to meet with U.S. lawmakers over GM job cutsAuto News

General Motors CEO Mary Barra plans to visit Capitol Hill next week to discuss the company's plans to halt production at five plants in North America next year and cut up to 15,000 jobs.

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November U.S. auto sales expected to dip as market coolsAuto News

Strong transaction prices and disciplined incentives could be offset by continued headwinds, such as vehicle affordability.

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Light rain can undermine self-driving systems, Michigan State study findsAuto News

Even a little crummy weather might pose big problems for self-driving systems.

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U.S., Canada, Mexico poised to sign trade dealAuto News

The leaders of Mexico, Canada and the United States were due to sign a new NAFTA deal, although brinkmanship over the final details of the deal continued through the eve of the signing.

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Japan and France's feud over Renault-Nissan power balance growsAuto News

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and French President Emmanuel Macron were arranging to meet on the sidelines of the G20 summit meeting, reports said.

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Ghosn likely to stay in Japan prison for 10 more daysAuto News

Tokyo authorities extended for another 10 days the detention of ousted Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn, Japanese media said.

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Toyota shakes up executive ranks for flexibility, faster decisions Cancel SaveAuto News

Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda takes on a new title as chief branding officer as part of an executive reshuffle. The company's North America and Europe chiefs have been promoted to operating officers.

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Trump plans meeting with German car CEOs next weekAuto News

The Trump administration has invited the heads of Volkswagen, BMW and Daimler to a meeting at the White House on Tuesday to discuss trade policy, officials said.

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Volvo picks Polestar 2 to debut embedded Google Android Auto News

Volvo's first model with Google's Android operating system embedded into the car will be the Polestar 2, a rival to the Tesla Model 3.

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Nio, China rival to Tesla, says U.S. head to step downAuto News

The U.S. head of Nio, an electric carmaker seen as one of the main Chinese rivals to Tesla, is leaving the company, in the first major management departure since its September IPO.

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Trump plans meeting with German car CEOs next weekAuto News

The Trump administration has invited the heads of Volkswagen, BMW and Daimler to a meeting at the White House on Tuesday to discuss trade policy, a German newspaper said.

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Trump lauds BMW for new U.S. factory that's just an ideaAuto News

President Donald Trump congratulated BMW for building a 'major new plant' in the U.S., but the German carmaker's decision hasn't been finalized.

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Daniel Ammann now in Cruise controlAuto News

Dan Ammann will now lead the autonomous vehicle company he helped GM acquire in Cruise Automation.

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Ohio, Michigan lawmakers blast GM's decisionAuto News

House Democrats from Michigan and Ohio, angry that GM could close plants that employ thousands, vowed to reset tax, trade and industrial policies to encourage companies to invest in the U.S.

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GM Puts Ammann in Charge of AV Unit; L.A. Show Highlights (11/29/18)

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Angry House Dems seek policy changes in wake of GM's restructuringAuto News

House Democrats from Michigan and Ohio, angry that General Motors could close plants that employ thousands of people, vowed to reset tax, trade and industrial policies to encourage companies to invest in the U.S.

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Dealership group owned by ex-NFL players turns over vehicles to Nissan finance armAuto News

An ailing dealership group owned by two former NFL players and an auto industry veteran has agreed to turn over vehicle collateral to Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp. from three of its now-closed stores.

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An ailing dealership group owned by two former NFL players and an auto industry veteran has agreed to turn over vehicle collateral to Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp. from three of its now-closed stores.

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GM's Ammann vacates president role to lead AV unit Auto News

General Motors President Dan Ammann will step down from his role to become CEO of the automaker's Cruise autonomous vehicle unit. The move -- effective Jan.

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2 men sentenced in fraudulent scheme to steal from 6 N.Y. dealershipsAuto News

Two New York City men were sentenced last week to prison and are each ordered to pay restitution for their involvement in a fraudulent scheme to steal vehicles from six dealerships in Westchester, N.Y.

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Former Nissan executive Kelly denies financial misconduct allegationsAuto News

Nissan's former representative director Greg Kelly denies allegations of financial misconduct at the automaker, his lawyer said.

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Fiat will spend $5.7 billion to revamp Italy plantsAuto News

Fiat Chrysler will spend 5 billion euros ($5.7 billion) through 2021 on the automaker's factories in Italy, stepping up the pace on making more in-demand SUVs and electric cars.

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GM's bold message to the UAWAuto News

Aside from its business and cost-cutting arguments, GM was sending a message to the UAW and rank-and-file members by announcing potential plant closures.

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Why Volvo's CEO thinks making money off data is 'wrong approach'Auto News

Volvo's CEO betting Volvo will make more money selling connected, autonomous cars rather than taking a cut of selling data-driven services inside the vehicle.

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BMW could convert plug-in hybrids to electric-only mode in polluted citiesAuto News

BMW can force its plug-in hybrid cars to switch to an electric-only mode in heavily polluted inner-city areas and is currently demonstrating the technology in Germany.

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Renault-Nissan alliance meets to determine future structureAuto News

Renault's interim leader Thierry Bollore will attempt to exercise Chairman Carlos Ghosn's voting power in its alliance with Nissan and Mitsubishi.

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Why more vehicles have better headlightsAuto News

Over the last three years, manufacturers have improved their vehicles' headlights. However, a majority of these better-quality lights come with a significant cost.

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U.S. fires latest volley in China tariff fightAuto News

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said he was examining all tools to raise U.S. tariffs on Chinese vehicles to the 40 percent duties that China is now charging on U.S.-produced vehicles.

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Lincoln backs off 2020 sales target amid Trump trade war with ChinaAuto News

Lincoln President Joy Falotico said the brand is backing off the target, established under former CEO Mark Fields in 2014, after the cost to export U.S.-built vehicles to China rose.

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Hyundai fortifies top of light truck lineup with 2020 PalisadeAuto News

The Palisade is the latest addition to Hyundai's campaign to rework its car-heavy lineup with a batch of new, redesigned or freshened light trucks.

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Judge orders new talks in FCA, U.S. case over diesel emissionsAuto News

A federal judge in San Francisco ordered the Justice Department and Fiat Chrysler to hold new talks with a court-appointed settlement master to try to settle the government's civil suit over the company's diesel vehicle emissions.

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Kia Niro EV will boast 239-mile rangeAuto News

Kia is expanding the Niro lineup next year with a battery electric version of the compact crossover that can drive 239 miles on a single charge.

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2020 Kia Soul debuts with new platform, same quirky stylingAuto News

The third-generation 2020 Kia Soul receives a new platform, sleeker headlights and more sculpted lines but keeps the trademark quirky looks that have made it standout on the road.

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Nissan spruces up Murano for 2019Auto News

Nissan is giving the Murano a nip and tuck for the 2019 model year as the automaker looks to keep the midsize crossover competitive in a growing and increasingly crowded segment.

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GM job cuts get slammed by longtime ally Debbie DingellAuto News

Rep. Debbie Dingell, one of the automotive industry's staunchest supporters in Congress and a former GM executive, chastised the company for its decision to close U.S. assembly plants

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Why Ford wants to quicken Lincoln production plans in ChinaAuto News

Ford, which had planned to start production of Lincoln models in China in late 2019 with a local partner, is trying to move that timing up, even if slightly, to help overcome tariffs.

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BMW, after 10-year wait, rolls out 3-row monster SUVAuto News

In the X7, BMW now has its own three-row luxury cruiser to challenge the likes of the Mercedes-Benz GLS, Cadillac Escalade and Lexus LX, and it only took the German carmaker a decade.

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From L.A. Show: Jeep Enters Pickup Arena with Gladiator (11/28/18)

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Here's how and when GM will wind down Oshawa production in 2019Auto News

General Motors plans to end one of its two truck assembly shifts in summer 2019, followed by the end of the other truck shift and its car assembly line at year's end.

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Audi e-tron GT concept features fast charging, supercar-like handlingAuto News

The Audi e-tron GT concept is a performance electric sportback sedan capable of recharging its battery up to 80 percent in as little as 20 minutes.

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KAR agrees to buy European online auction service for $176 million Auto News

KAR Auction Services said it agreed to buy Belgium-based online auction company CarsOnTheWeb for about $176 million.

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Michael Cook, former Triumph and Jaguar PR man, dies at 85Auto News

Triumph sold its last sports car in the U.S. in the summer of 1982. On Tuesday, the brand lost its PR man, Michael Cook, who never stopped promoting the fun-to-drive brand of budget roadsters.

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Two Ford plants losing shifts, but no layoffs plannedAuto News

Ford said it will eliminate shifts at assembly plants in Michigan and Kentucky but give all affected workers jobs at other locations nearby.

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2 Ford plants losing shifts, but no layoffs plannedAuto News

Ford Motor Co. on Wednesday said it will eliminate shifts at assembly plants in Michigan and Kentucky but give all affected workers jobs at other locations nearby.

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BMW's latest marketing stunt comes to L.A.Auto News

To promote its American-made X5 crossover, BMW filmed a road trip from the car's birthplace in its Spartanburg, S.C., plant directly to a stage at this week's L.A. auto show.

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VW expands electric lineup with big, small cargo haulers Auto News

Volkswagen is signaling the broad range of its coming electric vehicle portfolio with a pair of production-intent commercial concepts aimed at delivering cargo under battery power.

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2020 Jeep Gladiator pickup becomes reality after years of teasingAuto News

Fiat Chrysler's Jeep, after a nearly 14-year tease of just-over-the-horizon promises and someday-soon product plans, showed the first production pickup to carry the brand's name in a generation: the 2020 Jeep Gladiator.

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Martinrea to close Ontario plant in wake of GM cuts, report saysAuto News

Martinrea's factory in nearby Ajax, Ont., supplies GM's Oshawa plant with parts for the Cadillac XTS and the Chevrolet Impala, according to The Globe and Mail. Neither car will be made beyond 2019.

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Will FCA's dividend come at the expense of investments?Auto News

Fiat Chrysler will earn 6 billion euros ($6.8 billion) next year from selling supplier Magneti Marelli and plans to use part of that paying shareholders their first dividend. Shouldn't FCA use that money for new products and technologies?

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Nine vehicles named 2019 North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year finalistsAuto News

Three Detroit pickups, a sport sedan from Hyundai's Genesis brand and a new electric vehicle from Jaguar have been named finalists for the 2019 North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year Awards.

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Trump raises prospect of import car tariff amid GM cutback planAuto News

President Donald Trump raised the prospect of slapping a 25 percent tariff on imported cars to boost domestic auto assembly, pointing to a longstanding U.S. tariff on imported pickup trucks.

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Why GM is selling a large hotel next to its headquarters in downtown DetroitAuto News

The General Motors-owned Courtyard by Marriott hotel across from its Renaissance Center headquarters in downtown Detroit is for sale.

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GM's planned cuts only partly solves gap between capacity and sedan demandAuto News

General Motors' monumental announcement on Monday that it plans to close up to five assembly plants in North America and slash its workforce will only partially close the gap between capacity and demand for the automaker's sedans, according to a...

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Ford's train station project wins tax breaksAuto News

Michigan's economic development board approved a 30-year tax abatement for Ford's planned campus in Detroit's historic Corktown neighborhood.

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Samsung plans $62.7 million auto battery plant, 461 jobs near DetroitAuto News

Samsung is planning to open a $62.7 million automotive battery plant near Detroit that would create 461 jobs by the end of 2024.

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GM layoffs show even the president can't stop market forcesAuto News

President Donald Trump can fret over General Motors' plan to close plants, slash jobs and ditch models. He can even threaten. But market forces are tough to beat, even if you're president.

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Trump's threat to kill GM subsidies prompts skepticismAuto News

Experts cast doubt on the idea that President Donald Trump could unwind federal aid for the company by executive fiat.

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Nissan said Ghosn's transactions were proper, report saysAuto News

Nissan and its auditor discussed the transactions at the heart of allegations of financial misconduct by former chairman Carlos Ghosn, Reuters reported.

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Ghosn denies passing trading losses to NissanAuto News

Carlos Ghosn consulted Nissan about the collateral related to personal trading losses, but did not transfer the losses to the automaker, his lawyer said.

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High-tech Mazda3 packs 5 engines, new styling, bevy of safety featuresAuto News

As GM and Ford bail out of small cars and replace them with crossovers, Mazda is betting big that a technically advanced upscale version of the compact Mazda3, including a diesel engine, can defy the odds.

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Lincoln Aviator ready for #39;takeoff' at Los Angeles Auto ShowAuto News

The new rear-wheel-drive crossover, which Lincoln President Joy Falotico says could "absolutely" become its best-selling nameplate, comes in both gasoline and plug-in hybrid form.

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Toyota's awd Prius, hybrid Corolla underscore commitment to carsAuto News

The addition of an all-wheel-drive Prius and a hybrid Corolla reflect Toyota's search for niches and frontiers where it can generate incremental volume and higher profits from its core car models.

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2020 Porsche 911 redesignedAuto News

The redesigned 2020 911 retains Porsche's venerable styling DNA but receives upgrades in horsepower, a new interior layout inspired by 1970s models, and 21st century driving conveniences.

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High-tech Mazda3 packs 5 engines, new styling, bevy of safety featuresAuto News

As GM and Ford bail out of small cars and replace them with crossovers, Mazda is betting big that a technically advanced upscale version of the compact Mazda3, including a diesel engine, can defy the odds.

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BMW weighs U.S. engine, transmission plantAuto News

BMW is considering a second U.S. manufacturing plant that could produce engines and transmissions, CEO Harald Krueger said Tuesday, shortly after a report that President Trump will impose tariffs on light-vehicle imports starting next week.

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Honda seeks off-road chops with revived PassportAuto News

Honda is waging a big bet Americans will continue embracing light trucks by reviving the Passport and is packing the crossover with a 280-hp engine and off-road capabilities the company says will make it just as comfortable on sandy trails as city...

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Aston Martin sees recent non-automotive concepts as brand extensionsAuto News

In the past year, Aston Martin has unveiled two unique concepts that go beyond hand built, ultraluxury cars: a small personal aircraft and a small personal submersible.

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Aston Martin sees recent non-automotive concepts as brand extensionsAuto News

In the past year, Aston Martin has unveiled two unique concepts that go beyond hand built, ultraluxury cars: a small personal aircraft and a small personal submersible.

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Pickups, CUVs Star at L.A. Auto Show (11/27/18)

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Ohio's GM workers want Trump to step upAuto News

President Trump said he expects GM to keep an Ohio assembly complex open after it ends production next year. Bryan Keeley said he wants to believe it, but he's heard talk like that before.

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Electric Rivian R1S SUV debuts at Los Angeles Auto ShowAuto News

Rivian Automotive's R1S, an electric SUV, won't stray too far from the vehicle the startup company showed on Monday, the R1T pickup.

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Trump says U.S. may eliminate electric car subsidies for GMAuto News

President Donald Trump said he may try to eliminate electric car subsidies for General Motors after it announced it will close factories and lay off thousands of U.S. workers.

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End of GM's Oshawa plant to be a $2.3B blow to Canadian supply industryAuto News

General Motors' Oshawa Assembly Plant buys about $2.26 billion a year in auto parts and tools from Canadian suppliers, which in turn supports about 10,000 jobs, APMA President Flavio Volpe estimated.

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Google's Waymo hires safety advocate, Alibaba executiveAuto News

Google's self-driving car affiliate Waymo has hired Deborah Hersman to the new position of chief safety officer and Amee Chande as its first chief commercial officer, the company

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How close did Tesla come to collapse?Auto News

Elon Musk has revealed how close Tesla came to collapse during the frantic and costly effort to ramp up production of the Model 3 sedan: Little more than a couple of months.

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Kia hints at redesigned Soul to be shown at the Los Angeles Auto ShowAuto News

Kia is following up on the glimpse of the tall taillights on the redesigned Soul by giving away nearly the whole design of the 2020 model, due to be unveiled Wednesday at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

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Kia hints at redesigned Soul Auto News

Kia is following up on the glimpse of the tall taillights on the redesigned Soul by giving away nearly the whole design of the all-new model, due to be unveiled Wednesday at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

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Volvo, Luminar take big step in autonomous car developmentAuto News

Volvo and U.S. technology company Luminar say they have achieved a key advancement in lidar sensing and perception, a technology regarded as essential to making self-driving cars safe.

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GM Plant Closings Prompt Threats, Anger, Applause (11/27/18)

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Volvo, Luminar take big step in autonomous car developmentAuto News

Volvo and U.S. technology company Luminar say they have achieved a key advancement in lidar sensing and perception, a technology regarded as essential to making self-driving cars safe.

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The case to salvage GM's Chevy Volt powertrainAuto News

In dissecting GM's restructuring that will see the end of many models, it's not clear -- yet -- if the Volt's innovative range extender powertrain will live in another vehicle, such as the Chevrolet Equinox.

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French reacts to Ghosn scandal with surprise, anger and damage controlAuto News

Renault said it is beginning its own internal audit to examine Chairman Carlos Ghosn's compensation in the wake of the scandal leading to his ouster at Nissan and Mitsubishi last week.

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GM faces multiple risks with North American restructuringAuto News

General Motors' plans to end production next year at five North American plants and slash salaried head count by 15 percent will not come without risks and consequences.

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GM faces multiple risks with North American restructuringAuto News

General Motors' plans to end production next year at five North American plants and slash salaried head count by 15 percent will not come without risks and consequences.

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GM's actions to cut costs come with risks, challengesAuto News

General Motors' plans to end production next year at five North American plants and slash salaried head count by 15 percent will not come without risks and consequences.

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Tesla's China sales plunge 70% in OctoberAuto News

A China Passenger Car Association official said Tesla sold just 211 cars in the world's largest auto market last month.

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For GM, slump in China is another hurdleAuto News

General Motors' attempt to rejuvenate its business once again is made more difficult by a dramatic slowdown in the world's largest vehicle market: China.

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Cox Automotive names Sid Nair to new chief sales officer positionAuto News

Sid Nair, from IT services company DXC Technology, will take over the responsibilities of the departing Raj Sundaram, executive vice president and chief client success officer.

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GM takes painful measures to avoid another near-death experienceAuto News

Scarred by a financial crisis a decade ago, GM is moving unusually fast this time to reckon with the new reality.

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Ghosn's arrest creates leadership void at Renault-Nissan allianceAuto News

The Renault-Nissan alliance is threatened with disarray over a rift between the partners about how to fill a leadership vacuum as Carlos Ghosn remains in custody in Japan.

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Ghosn shifted personal investment losses to Nissan, report saysAuto News

Carlos Ghosn, the former chairman of Nissan, shifted personal investment losses incurred during the 2008 financial crisis to the automaker to avoid millions of dollars in losses himself, a newspaper reported.

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Parsing what GM means by closing 'unallocated' plantsAuto News

You're forgiven if you were a bit confused about what exactly General Motors announced Monday.

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GM could close Detroit-Hamtramck plant that relocated thousandsAuto News

General Motors on Monday pulled the plug on the Chevrolet Volt hybrid and possibly the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant that builds it, both examples of a costly gamble that is not paying off.

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GM's job cuts draw angry reaction in heartland that backed TrumpAuto News

General Motors' plan to cancel production at U.S. factories and cut thousands of jobs drew a swift rebuke in the industrial heartland where President Donald Trump won key victories in 2016.

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Trump tells GM to stop making cars in China, move 'something else' to OhioAuto News

President Donald Trump said General Motors should move "something else" into its Lordstown, Ohio, plant to replace the Cruze, which is being discontinued next year.

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Fact box on GM plants being idledAuto News

GM's plan to close three North American assembly plants and two transmission plants next year could directly affect nearly 6,000 workers, according to data on GM's media website.

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VW awards North American creative ad work to WPP Auto News

Advertising agency giant WPP has won Volkswagen's creative account in North America, following a seven-month global agency review.

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Canada blindsided by GM Oshawa closure, workers walk out in protest Auto News

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed his "deep disappointment" in GM's decision to close its Oshawa plant, a move which led workers to walk off the job on Monday.

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New Alfa Romeo SUV, Maserati Alfieri, new Jeeps to be built in Italy under FCA European production planAuto News

Fiat Chrysler is expected to commit to producing new models in Italy, including Jeeps and an Alfa Romeo SUV, union sources said.

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Canada's Unifor outraged by Oshawa plant closingAuto News

Unifor believes the plant deserves to stay open because of its production performance over the years. GM has scheduled a major announcement for Monday morning.

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Fiat Chrysler considers selling Comau unit for up to $2.3 billionAuto News

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is considering options for its robotics arm Comau, including a potential sale at a value of $1.7 billion to $2.3 billion, people familiar with the matter said.

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South Korea's SK Innovation to build first U.S. EV battery plantAuto News

South Korea's SK Innovation said on Monday it will spend about $1 billion to build its first electric vehicle battery plant in the United States to better compete in the global market.

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Bentley sharpens Continental GT convertible with redesignAuto News

Following the redesign of the third-generation Continental GT coupe last year, Bentley has revamped the open-top variant in its own right.

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GM to cut car production in North America, halt some models, report saysAuto News

General Motors will significantly cut car production in North America and stop building some low-selling car models, and was expected to announce significant planned reductions to its North American salaried, executive workforce, sources told...

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Fiat Chrysler considers selling Comau unit for up to $2.3 billionAuto News

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is considering options for its robotics arm Comau, including a potential sale at a value of $1.7 billion to $2.3 billion, people familiar with the matter said.

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Rivian Automotive's electric pickup breaks coverAuto News

Since its founding in 2009, much of what electric vehicle company Rivian Automotive was up to was done under stealth mode. That changes with its first vehicle debut, the R1T electric pickup.

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Nissan seeking curbs on Renault choosing board membersAuto News

Nissan is seeking to limit the power of alliance partner Renault to nominate officials to its board, Reuters reported.

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Mitsubishi follows Nissan in ousting Ghosn as chairmanAuto News

Mitsubishi Motors has joined alliance partner Nissan in removing Carlos Ghosn from his role as chairman following his arrest for alleged financial misconduct.

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Saikawa apologizes to Nissan employees, criticizes Ghosn's power at allianceAuto News

Nissan CEO Hiroto Saikawa apologized to employees for the upheaval following the removal of longtime leader Carlos Ghosn as chairman.

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With Carlos Ghosn gone, Hiroto Saikawa is free to pursue new direction at NissanAuto News

The ouster of Carlos Ghosn gives CEO Hiroto Saikawa the green light to accelerate the undoing of his erstwhile mentor's work at Nissan.

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Toyota pins Corolla hopes on multicultural buyersAuto News

The Toyota Corolla, a perennial top seller among light vehicles in the U.S., faces a tougher market as car sales plummet. Toyota believes there are still pockets of opportunity for sales with multicultural groups.

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Inside Pittsburgh's Robocar RowAuto News

Automotive News gets a peek into day-to-day life at three self-driving car companies in this former steel town.

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GM's Mary Barra, Industry Leader of the Year, returns to crisis footingAuto News

As she approaches the five-year mark, Mary Barra is calling on her crisis-management skills and lessons again to help drive the company and its work force of 180,000-plus through its next transformation and further away from the shadows of "old" GM.

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3 things to watch in November salesAuto News

Black Friday hasn't just taken over Thanksgiving weekend: Big sales run all month, especially in automakers' and dealers' marketing efforts.

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Quarterly rise in subprime originations a positive signAuto News

It's too soon to call it a trend, but third-quarter subprime auto originations rose from the year earlier for the first time in more than two years, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and TransUnion said in separate reports last week.

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Kentucky dealership not liable in fatal 2014 crash, court rulesAuto News

This month, the Kentucky Supreme Court ruled that dealerships don't need to verify proof of liability insurance before releasing vehicles in dealer-to-dealer transactions such as auction sales.

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AMPORTS adds more capacity to handle vehicle tradeAuto News

Logistics giant AMPORTS is solidifying its position with a series of major expansion projects as the vehicle logistics industry engages in an investment race to keep up with growing demand for import and export services.

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Return of the Land Rover DefenderAuto News

Here's the clearest look yet at the basic two-door model of Land Rover's upcoming Defender, scheduled for launch in 2020.

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Ford and Argo embrace a steep self-driving learning curve in MiamiAuto News

Miami's roads are a mess. This chaos, it turns out, is exactly why Ford has plunged headlong into testing the mettle of its autonomous-driving technology on Miami's streets.

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CPOs sell better than non-certified vehiclesAuto News

Certified pre-owned vehicles are selling quicker and with better margins, according to J.D. Power.

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Lamborghini preps Urus for racing seriesAuto News

A Lamborghini Urus race vehicle will soon be a reality.

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Rivian teases vehicles in videoAuto News

Rivian Automotive is set to debut two vehicles, an SUV and a pickup, this week at AutoMobility LA and teased at least one of them in a video on its YouTube channel.

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Subaru electrifies Crosstrek with StarDriveAuto News

The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid serves as the introduction to StarDrive, the automaker's moniker for its vehicle electrification.

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Downey Nissan uses social media to sell carsAuto News

Downey Nissan, near Los Angeles, makes it convenient for customers to share a professional video of their new or used vehicle on social media.

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GM tells Canadian government it plans to shut Oshawa plant, newspaper saysAuto News

General Motors is expected to announce on Monday its plan to close its Oshawa Assembly Plant in Ontario, according to The Globe and Mail. Unifor confirmed GM has not allotted product to the plant beyond December 2019.

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Renault-Nissan leaders to meet amid tensions over Ghosn ousterAuto News

Renault-Nissan executives will attempt this coming week to shield their joint operations from a looming power struggle between the carmakers, following alliance boss Carlos Ghosn's shock arrest.

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Renault-Nissan leaders to meet amid tensions over Ghosn ousterAuto News

Renault-Nissan executives will attempt this coming week to shield their joint operations from a looming power struggle between the carmakers, following alliance boss Carlos Ghosn's shock arrest.

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Ghosn denies financial misconduct allegations, report saysAuto News

Former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn has told investigators that he had no intention of under-reporting his remuneration on financial documents, Japanese public broadcaster NHK said.

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The deceptively high price of a untangling the Nissan-Renault allianceAuto News

Without Carlos Ghosn, it might look like the global alliance he built could fall apart. But with platforms, purchasing and plants shared, unwinding Ghosn's creation could do more damage than keeping it together.

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L.A. AUTO SHOW PREVIEW: Jeep pickup, Hyundai crossover lead Los Angeles Auto Show's busy slate of vehicle debutsAuto News

While Detroit increasingly struggles to draw the big names, this week's Los Angeles show has a busy slate of global debuts from several major brands -- domestic, European and Asian -- plus a few minor ones.

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Toyota's new TNGA platform gives RAV4 more versatility, some off-road capabilityAuto News

Chief engineer Yoshikazu Saeki said he wanted to bring the latest RAV4 back to the essence of a utility vehicle: a multipurpose option that can handle adverse road conditions and still make its passengers feel safe.

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Why GM is probing 2.7 million GM trucks and SUVsAuto News

U.S. highway safety investigators are probing an alleged defect in 2.7 million vehicles built by General Motors that are getting into collisions because drivers are having trouble braking.

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Greg Kelly defends Ghosn's compensation, report saysAuto News

Nissan executive Greg Kelly, who was arrested along with ex-chairman Carlos Ghosn, has defended Ghosn's compensation, saying it was discussed with other officials and paid out appropriately.

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Renault-Nissan set for slugfest after Ghosn's arrestAuto News

The sudden downfall of Carlos Ghosn looks set to unleash a power struggle between Renault and Nissan over the alliance he oversaw for two decades.

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Japan's faulty final inspections scandal, and Carlos Ghosn's reaction, fueled his removalAuto News

Japan's ongoing scandal over faulty final inspections stood as a symbolic backdrop to Nissan's bombshell ouster of superstar Chairman Carlos Ghosn last week.

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Japan's faulty final inspections scandal, and Carlos Ghosn's reaction, fueled his removalAuto News

Japan's ongoing scandal over faulty final inspections stood as a symbolic backdrop to Nissan's bombshell ouster of superstar Chairman Carlos Ghosn last week.

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7 Momentum Auto Group dealerships close abruptly amid financial woesAuto News

After months of financial woes, Rahim Hassanally, the prominent young dealer principal of Momentum Auto Group in California, abruptly shut down seven stores.

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Subaru goes greener with the plug-in hybrid CrosstrekAuto News

Following the addition of the Ascent three-row crossover and the redesigned Forester, two vehicles seen as critical for the brand's continued sales growth in the U.S., Subaru of America is taking another crack at a hybrid.

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VW, BMW, Daimler bosses willing to attend White House meeting, report saysAuto News

The heads of VW, BMW and Daimler are ready to attend a meeting with the Trump administration, but have not yet received a formal invitation, Reuters reported.

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Japan prosecutors could broaden criminal investigation against Ghosn, report saysAuto News

Japanese prosecutors are likely to build a new criminal case against former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn for understating his remuneration by 3 billion yen ($27 million) over three years, a newspaper report said.

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Nissan will seek review of Renault shareholding structureAuto News

Nissan will seek a review of the shareholding structure of its alliance with Renault to create a more equitable partnership between the two automakers following the dismissal of the Japanese company's former Chairman Carlos Ghosn, Bloomberg reported.

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Nissan seen calling meeting to name Ghosn replacement as chairmanAuto News

Nissan expects to convene a special shareholders' meeting to appoint a new chairman to replace Carlos Ghosn.

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Range Rover Evoque gets hybrid tech to cut emissionsAuto News

Land Rover is adding fuel-saving plug-in and mild hybrid powertrains to the new-generation Range Rover Evoque that was unveiled Thursday.

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Tesla cuts prices in China to ease tariff hitAuto News

Tesla, stung by higher levies on U.S. vehicle exports to China amid a trade ward between the countries, lowered prices on the Model S and Model X by 12-26 percent to make the vehicles more "affordable" in the world's top auto market.

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Nissan board votes to oust Ghosn as chairmanAuto News

Nissan's board voted to remove Carlos Ghosn as chairman and representative director, coming another step closer to ejecting the storied auto executive from the Japanese carmaker he once rescued from near bankruptcy.

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Nissan board votes to oust Ghosn as chairman, report saysAuto News

Nissan's board voted to remove Carlos Ghosn as chairman and representative director, public broadcaster NHK said.

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Ghosn held in austere prisonAuto News

Carlos Ghosn is being held at Tokyo's detention center that is known for its austere regime, in stark contrast to the top executive's usual luxury lifestyle.

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Hyundai-Kia face another U.S. recall safety probeAuto News

U.S. prosecutors are investigating if Hyundai and affiliate Kia vehicle recalls over engine defects were conducted properly, Reuters reported.

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The Who's Who of NIssan's board; decision on Ghosn's fate coming soonAuto News

Nissan's board of directors votes within a matter of hours on the remarkable move to oust Chairman Carlos Ghosn.

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VW strikes legal settlement with BroadcomAuto News

Germany's Volkswagen has struck a deal with U.S. semiconductor maker Broadcom , ending a billion-dollar patent lawsuit that pitted the carmaker against its supplier, a source close to VW said.

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Honda recalls Odysseys for possible door malfunctionAuto News

America Honda is recalling 107,000 Odyssey minivans in the U.S. over a latch malfunction that may cause the power sliding door to open when the vehicle is in drive.

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How Ghosn's reported compensation compares with his peers Auto News

During his time at the helm of Nissan, Carlos Ghosn earned a lot more than his Japanese peers -- but not nearly as much as other global auto leaders.

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California dealers ask Ford to end anti-dualing policy on Lincoln storesAuto News

The California New Car Dealers Association is asking Ford CEO Jim Hackett to cease anti-dualing policies in California that could affect about 33 dual Ford-Lincoln dealers in the state.

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U.S. and China bicker over trade policies at WTOAuto News

The U.S. and China clashed at the WTO with a U.S. envoy accusing Beijing of using the WTO to pursue "non-market" policies and a Chinese official charging that Washington was flouting the rulebook.

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China and U.S. accuse each other of hypocrisy at WTOAuto News

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Why Wells Fargo is fighting to leave older claims out of its auto payout planAuto News

Wells Fargo is fighting to shut some customers out of a sweeping plan to compensate around 600,000 drivers it pushed into car insurance they did not need, according to court documents.

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Lenders find ways to adapt as technology evolvesAuto News

Lenders are working to adapt to an auto retail and auto finance model largely driven by technology, some with operational adjustments and others with fintech partnerships.

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Why subprime auto loans increased in the Q3Auto News

It's too soon to call it a trend, but third-quarter subprime auto originations rose from the year earlier for the first time in more than two years, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and TransUnion said in separate reports last week.

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Renault-Nissan alliance board could be divided over Ghosn's fateAuto News

Carlos Ghosn's surprise arrest on allegations of financial misconduct has left Renault-Nissan car alliance board members in a bind over his future, with board members in Japan divided over whether to dismiss him as chairman and the French side...

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carlos-ghosn-scandal-opinionAuto News

I don't have any insider knowledge of the financial misconduct allegations against Renault-Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn unveiled on Monday. Nonetheless, I think some points are worth remembering as the story unfolds.

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Hyundai-Kia face another U.S. recall safety probeAuto News

U.S. prosecutors are investigating if Hyundai and affiliate Kia vehicle recalls over engine defects were conducted properly, Reuters reported.

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Nvidia lands more deals with Chinese automakersAuto News

U.S. chipmaker Nvidia has signed separate deals with Chinese electric vehicle startups XPeng Motors, Singulato Motors and SF Motors to develop autonomous driving technology.

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Thyssenkrupp board fails to agree on appointing Daimler CFO Uebber as chairman, report saysAuto News

Thyssenkrupp's supervisory board failed to agree on recruiting outgoing Daimler CFO Bodo Uebber as its chairman after the executive's compensation demands drew fire from employee representatives.

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Nissan, in wake of Carlos Ghosn's arrest, seeks less influence from RenaultAuto News

Japan said it is ready to work for the stability of the Nissan-Renault alliance following the arrest of Chairman Carlos Ghosn, but a Nissan executive said the automaker is seeking ways to weaken the influence of its French partner.

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Nissan-Renault rivalry bursts into the open after Ghosn's arrestAuto News

Tensions between Nissan and Renault over the future of their alliance have exploded into the open following the downfall of Chairman Carlos Ghosn, and his top lieutenant.

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Renault names interim leader after Ghosn's arrestAuto News

Renault's board stopped short of firing embattled CEO Carlos Ghosn who is being detained in Japan for alleged financial improprieties. The board appointed chief operating officer Thierry Bollore as interim leader.

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Carlos Ghosn could be detained for 10 days, Tokyo court decidesAuto News

Japanese authorities in Tokyo will detain Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn for 10 days as they also consider bringing a case against Nissan, a report said.

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What's Volvo's big surprise for the 2018 Los Angeles auto show?Auto News

Volvo will break with auto show tradition in Los Angeles, where it will not have a single car on its stand. The idea is to underline that the disruption the industry is undergoing requires a fresh approach.

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Why Santander agreed to an $11.8 million settlement over auto lendingAuto News

Santander Consumer USA, a leading subprime auto lender, will pay $11.8 million to settle claims that it misled customers about the cost and terms of auto loans and insurance.

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U.S. accuses China of continuing IP theft amid trade warAuto News

The U.S. accused China of continuing a state-backed campaign of intellectual property and technology theft even as the world's two largest economies have descended into a tit-for-tat tariff war.

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Trump plans meeting with CEOs of Daimler, BMW and VWAuto News

The Trump administration has invited the CEOs of three German automakers for talks at the White House as European and U.S. officials try to negotiate a new trade agreement, Bloomberg reported

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Can the Grinch save Honda's U.S. sales?Auto News

Honda aims to break through traditional holiday advertising, with the Grinch hacking its annual holiday campaign and social media accounts.

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the-grinch-brings-back-happy-honda-days-holiday-eventAuto News

Honda aims to break through traditional holiday advertising, with the Grinch hacking its annual holiday campaign and social media accounts.

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Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance under threat following Ghosn arrestAuto News

Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, the world's largest car alliance, is facing its biggest challenge yet with the arrest of its Chairman, Carlos Ghosn, which could threaten to upend the union of automakers he began to forge almost two decades ago.

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Why the zero percent car loan is still aliveAuto News

The zero-percent auto loan is making a comeback, though it's probably going to last only as long as the holidays.

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How Renault is running its business without GhosnAuto News

Renault said it remained focused on its alliance partnership with Japanese companies Nissan and Mitsubishi and that its corporate governance procedures were fully functional, following the arrest of Carlos Ghosn.

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Nissan said to expand Ghosn misconduct probe to include Renault allianceAuto News

Nissan's investigation into alleged misconduct by Chairman Carlos Ghosn is expanding to include Renault-Nissan finances, sources told Reuters.

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Ghosn faces 10-year jail sentence if convicted of financial misconductAuto News

Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn would face a maximum penalty of up to 10 years in prison and/or a fine of up to 10 million yen if convicted of financial improprieties in Japan.

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Keystone XL pipeline case portends struggle for Trump emissions rollback effortAuto News

The White House doesn't seem to know how to kill regulations it doesn't like.

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Who is Carlos Ghosn's alleged co-conspirator, Greg Kelly?Auto News

Who is Greg Kelly? The first American board member for Nissan -- accused of being "one of the two masterminds" behind the financial misdeeds -- has a background in law and human resources.

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Mali to produce lithium by 2020 after 694,000 tons discoveredAuto News

Mali is on track to start lithium production by 2020 following the discovery of exploitable reserves, a senior mines ministry official told Reuters.

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Mexico expects U.S. to begin lifting tariffs with trade deal signingAuto News

It was not immediately clear whether tariffs against Canada would also be lifted after Canada, Mexico and the United States sign the revamped trade deal, slated to happen this month.

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Separating Renault-Nissan would be bloodyAuto News

Nissan's superior earnings and volumes should put it in the driving seat of its alliance with Renault but the setup of the cross-shareholdings binding the companies together means that Renault, and ultimately the French government, will not let go...

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Ghosn property deals may have led to arrestAuto News

Nissan paid "huge sums" for Carlos Ghosn's residences in four cities where there were no business justifications, Japanese broadcaster NHK reported, as questions swirled over what led to the downfall of one of the world's most recognizable...

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Renault may replace Ghosn as CEO, report sayAuto News

Renault's board will discuss temporarily replacing Carlos Ghosn as CEO while he remains in detention in Japan over alleged financial misconduct at alliance partner Nissan, sources told Reuters.

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Elon Musk tweets about partnering with Daimler on electric vansAuto News

Elon Musk floated the idea of working with a familiar ally on electric work vans after being guilt-tripped on Twitter for using fuel-burning vehicles to service Tesla models.

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Carlos Ghosn's scandal raises questions about the future of the Renault-Nissan allianceAuto News

Carlos Ghosn's potential ouster as chairman of Nissan after his arrest for alleged violations of Japan's financial laws raises the question: Can the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance survive without him?

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2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid will be unveiled at Los Angeles auto show with Toyota systemAuto News

Subaru seeks to electrify at the Los Angeles Auto Show with the brand's first plug-in hybrid, a gasoline-electric version of the Crosstrek that arrives in U.S. dealerships by year end.

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Why Nissan's Carlos Ghosn scandal looks like a palace coupAuto News

The downfall of kings is bloody and swift. That certainly looks to be the experience of Carlos Ghosn.

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Carlos Ghosn's legacy at risk following massive scandal at NissanAuto News

Carlos Ghosn was set to end his career in a few years as a towering industry figure. But it seems that will no longer happen after his arrest in Japan on charges of financial misconduct.

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Colorado adopts California clean-car standardAuto News

Colorado has become the 13th state, along with the District of Columbia, to adopt low-emission vehicle standards based on those of California. The state's dealer group criticized the decision as a misguided interference in the free market.

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Ghosn's arrest creates a world of trouble for Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi's allianceAuto News

With a generation of big-name carmaker CEOs nearing retirement age, the issue of succession has been front and center of industry minds in recent months. Nobody expected it to be settled like this.

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France's Macron vows to maintain Renault-Nissan stabilityAuto News

France will work to preserve the stability of Renault and its alliance with Nissan, President Emmanuel Macron said after the Japanese automaker took steps to oust Chairman Carlos Ghosn over alleged financial irregularities.

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Why it's a bad time for Renault-Nissan to lose Carlos GhosnAuto News

Carlos Ghosn's shocking arrest in Japan over financial improprieties threatens to remove the leader of Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi in the midst of unprecedented changes in the auto industry.

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Carlos Ghosn, head of Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance, detained by Japanese authorities, will be fired as Nissan chairmanAuto News

Nissan Motor Co. is preparing to fire its chairman for allegedly under-reporting his income and using corporate assets for personal use, a company spokesman said.

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Ghosn said to face arrest over taxes in JapanAuto News

Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn will be arrested in Tokyo on a suspected breach of financial trading law, a newspaper reported.

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Penske, LIthia to workers: Get a physical, save moneyAuto News

Penske Automotive Group Inc. and other public retailers are offering financial rewards to employees and their spouses for things like getting a physical or completing biometric screenings.

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Zotye USA wants to start selling a Chinese-made crossover in the U.S. in 2020Auto News

Chinese automaker Zotye has begun signing up U.S. retailers and plans to "really shake things up" when it comes to factory-dealer norms.

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Dealers need to innovate with used-vehiclesAuto News

The need for traditional dealers to get innovative in the pre-owned space was apparent at the 2018 Used Car Week annual event in Scottsdale, Ariz.

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Online auctions key to wholesalers' futureAuto News

Online auctions and the digital tools that accompany them are key to vehicle wholesalers' futures.

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What JCI sale isn't: Prelude to a leap into EV batteriesAuto News

JCI's big battery unit just sold for billions -- and believe it or not, electric vehicles are not where the future action is.

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GM says ignore the mpg label on 4-cylinder Silverado pickup engineAuto News

GM argues that EPA fuel economy ratings for its 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine don't tell the whole story.

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Ford's consolidation of side-mirror configurations on its Explorer is an example of the automaker's move to simplifyAuto News

Reducing the number of side-mirror configurations on the Explorer is a small change but a telling example of how Ford let itself fall back out of shape after tiptoeing around bankruptcy -- and the sort of bloat CEO Jim Hackett sees as a threat to...

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Industry on edge with trade pact signing nearAuto News

Provisional agreement on a new North American trade pact was supposed to reduce economic uncertainty for the industry after months of acrimonious negotiations. But less than two weeks before the official signing of the U.S.

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Toyota looks to quieter 2020 Corolla to make some noiseAuto News

The redesigned Corolla must prove it can deliver more stability and power to Toyota's U.S. car sales, which are down 11 percent this year.

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VW: $50 billion for EVs, mobilityAuto News

Volkswagen plans to spend about #8364;44 billion ($50 billion) over the next five years on a comprehensive electrified mobility strategy that includes making at least 15 million battery-powered autos and further research into autonomous driving

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Honda manager tackles new terrain as Insight manufacturing leadAuto News

In a rare move, Honda chose someone from its powersports division to lead manufacturing for a car, the third-generation Insight.

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AutoNation and Scott Painter patch things upAuto News

After a public feud over customer-data access led to a severed contract, AutoNation and TrueCar made amends. Now, the dealership group is giving ex-TrueCar CEO Scott Painter a second chance.

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Lamborghini's Stefano Domenicali: Challenges aheadAuto News

Lamborghini CEO Stefano Domenicali is wrestling with how to shape the company's fourth product

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PSA Group on track with U.S. plansAuto News

The French automaker, PSA group, is on track with its plans to return to the U.S. through its newly created PSA North America.

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Onboard cameras a Pandora's Box?Auto News

Onboard cameras are beginning to watch drivers to make sure they have their eyes on the road. Is this a Pandora's box of privacy issues?

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As automakers move more vehicles via ship, investments pour into North American portsAuto News

Finished-vehicle logistics tends to go unnoticed in the automotive sector compared with manufacturing and marketing #8212; until a shipping delay creates a shortage at dealerships.

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Dodge Challenger powers on while novelty wears off other retro-styled carsAuto News

Everything old may be new again, but eventually, everything that's new again grows old. Except, perhaps, for the Dodge Challenger.

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Mulally preaches routine in times of disruptionAuto News

Former Ford Motor Co. CEO Alan Mulally, speaking at the National Auto Auction Association's annual convention, said consistent analysis is the best way for leaders to assess disruptive technologies.

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Ford, Toyota recognized by Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Push for commitment to diversityAuto News

Rainbow Coalition President Jesse Jackson said Toyota "seems to have the idea that doing business with us is good for business, not the cost of doing business."

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With help from AutoNation and Ford, a battered Florida car dealership's managers and employees look aheadAuto News

The community surrounding AutoNation Ford Panama City looks like a war zone after Hurricane Michael. Still, dealership employees have found a sense of normalcy and routine in returning to the battered store.

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Nissan's U.S. profit push bogs down as sales slowAuto News

Nissan says its push to improve profitability in the crucial U.S. market is taking more time and money than expected.

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Maserati profit slide, lack of new products is a headache for Fiat Chrysler CEO ManleyAuto News

FCA's slumping Maserati business is a headache for new CEO Mike Manley after the brand's profitability and vehicle sales went into a steep slide.

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Crash tests show growing safety of new-gen pickupsAuto News

Crash tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety have violently demonstrated just how safe the latest generation of pickups has become, even compared with models from only a few years ago.

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Mopar show builds brand recognitionAuto News

Pennsylvania dealerships' annual car show builds brand recognition while raising money for a heartwarming charitable cause.

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Porsche sees dealer gold in classic carsAuto News

Porsche is looking to expand its Porsche Classic operations to build its lucrative vehicle service business through its U.S. dealerships.

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Why Trump wants Andrew Wheeler to be the EPA's permanent chiefAuto News

President Donald Trump said he would nominate the acting head of the Environmental Protection Agency, Andrew Wheeler, to take on the position permanently.

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Toyota, Mazda break ground on Alabama assembly plantAuto News

The Toyota-Mazda manufacturing joint venture began construction of its giant $1.6 billion assembly plant in Alabama on Friday, with hopes of launching production in 2021.

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Trump signals optimism for a China trade dealAuto News

President Trump said he is optimistic about resolving the trade dispute with China after receiving a response to his demands from Beijing, ahead of a meeting this month with China's Xi Jinping.

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VW CEO on Talks With Ford: Merger ‘Never’ Discussed (11/16/18)

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Ex-Bosch engineers aim to strengthen self-driving car softwareAuto News

A company formed by two veteran Bosch engineers is seeking to make the open-source software that powers many experimental self-driving cars safe and reliable.

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Tesla launches vehicle reservations in ChinaAuto News

Tesla has started taking orders for its Model 3 sedan in China for a deposit of 8,000 yuan ($1,153), according to the electric carmaker's China website.

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VW corrects its EV commitment plansAuto News

Volkswagen Group corrected a key figure used by CEO Herbert Diess in an interview with Automotive News to describe the extent of the automaker's plans for electric vehicles.

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Elon Musk will be back on Tesla's assembly line this monthAuto News

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said he will walk the entire Model 3 production line on Nov. 27 and 28. He said all assembly areas need to be able to support making 1,000 cars per day.

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VW to spend $50 billion on electric, autonomous cars by 2023Auto News

Volkswagen Group said it will spend 44 billion euros ($50 billion) on electric cars, digitalization, autonomous driving and new mobility services by 2023 as part of a push by Europe's largest carmaker to mass produce electric cars.

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Why Toyota is slowing down Camry productionAuto News

Toyota is slowing down production of the Camry, the top-selling car in the U.S. for 16 years running, underscoring the ongoing slump besetting sedans.

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Elon Musk's infamous tweet creates legal morass for TeslaAuto News

Elon Musk's infamous tweet saying he'd secured funding to take Tesla private did so much damage to so many different kinds of investors that he should have multiple class-action suits, lawyers said.

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VW to create Europe's largest electric-car production networkAuto News

VW will convert two more plants in Germany to build electric vehicles, creating what the automaker said will be Europe's largest EV production network.

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VW CEO Diess will succeed Jochem Heizmann as China chief next yearAuto News

VW Group CEO Herbert Diess will take responsibility for the automaker's China operations from Jochem Heizmann, who is retiring, Reuters reported.

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VW tools German plant for Tesla-fighting electric carsAuto News

Volkswagen will invest $1.4 billion to revamp a plant in eastern Germany into Europe's largest electric-car factory, giving chase to a global move into affordable zero-emission vehicles.

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VW invests in electrification, seeks to strengthen alliances with battery makers and rival automakersAuto News

VW's top board is due to vote on a multibillion-euro investment plan, including steps to retool three German plants to mass produce EVs and to explore alliances with battery partners and competitors.

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2020 Toyota Corolla gets more pizazz, faces systemic market headwindsAuto News

The revamped 2020 Toyota Corolla sedan will hit the streets on a new platform and with a more powerful engine option and edgier design that gives off a more athletic look. The Corolla, consistently among the top-selling light vehicles in the U.S.

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Why Elon Musk is tweeting about more trucks at TeslaAuto News

Elon Musk is apparently charting his way out of what he's referred to as 'delivery logistics hell' by making acquisitions and lining up more contracts with car haulers.

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Daimler Financial chairman's retirement spurs leadership changes at Mercedes-Benz captiveAuto News

Peter Zieringer, CEO of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA, will leave his post to lead Daimler Financial Services' European operations. Peter Henn will replace him.

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Daimler Financial chairman's retirement spurs leadership changes at Mercedes-Benz captive and beyondAuto News

Peter Zieringer, CEO of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA, will leave his post to lead Daimler Financial Services' European operations. Peter Henn, who previously led operations in Africa and Asia, will replace him.

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Jeep Gladiator Pickup Undisguised (11/15/18)

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Michigan auto supplier Dayco could sell for $1 billion, report saysAuto News

Dayco, a maker of engine parts for vehicles and industrial equipment, has received offers from bidders including Apollo Global and Gores Group, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg.

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Honda Passport to debut at L.A. auto showAuto News

The Honda Passport, being revived as a two-row crossover slotted between the CR-V and Pilot, will compete next year with the Ford Edge, Chevrolet's new Blazer, Hyundai's Santa Fe and Nissan's Murano.

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Industry groups say steel and auto tariffs undermine USMCA Auto News

Auto industry groups used a trade commission hearing to warn about the ill effects from U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs, and potential new tariffs on autos and auto parts.

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Another Uber competitor plans push into Mexico CityAuto News

China' Didi Chuxing says it will butt heads with Uber in Mexico City, Latin America's biggest metropolis, starting as soon as next month. And a startup owned by Daimler also is coming to town.

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Jeep Gladiator pickup photos leakedAuto News

Fiat Chrysler accidentally -- or maybe on purpose -- leaked pictures and specs of the new Jeep pickup that goes on sale next year.

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Why AutoNation is teaming up with FairAuto News

AutoNation is partnering with Fair, a used-vehicle leasing subscription service, to offer customers a flexible lease option.

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Ford open to investors in autonomous vehicles but cautious on VW, Hackett saysAuto News

Ford CEO Jim Hackett says the automaker is open to investment by automakers and others in its autonomous vehicle business, but cautioned that expanding partnerships with German automaker Volkswagen AG is a "delicate dance."

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Ford open to investors in autonomous vehicles but cautious on VW, Hackett saysAuto News

Ford CEO Jim Hackett says the automaker is open to investment by automakers and others in its autonomous vehicle business, but cautioned that expanding partnerships with German automaker Volkswagen AG is a "delicate dance."

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WLTP testing hits VW Fiat Chrysler sale sin EuropeAuto News

VW Group, Fiat Chrysler and Renault were among the biggest losers last month as Europe car sales fell 7 percent following the introduction of a new testing regime in September.

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E.U. would strike back at U.S. car tariffs, trade chief warnsAuto News

The European Union would retaliate against any U.S. decision to impose tariffs on car imports, though the bloc hopes it can avoid such a confrontation, European Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmstrom said.

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Ford Motor's blueprint for autonomous vehicle profitsAuto News

Just because Ford doesn't have plans to launch a commercial business with autonomous vehicles until 2021 does not necessarily mean the company is behind, argues Sherif Marakby, CEO of Ford Autonomous Vehicles.

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Ford dealership in S. Calif. faces backlash over 'smoking hot' sales promotionAuto News

A Southern California Ford dealership is facing heavy criticism for "smoking hot" promotions on new vehicles launched during what have become the

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E.U. would strike back at U.S. car tariffs, trade chief warnsAuto News

The European Union would retaliate against any U.S. decision to impose tariffs on car imports, though the bloc hopes it can avoid such a confrontation, European Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmstrom said.

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Ford 'will figure it out,' retired CEO Mulally saysAuto News

Despite the headwinds it faces today, including new mobility services that are disrupting the status quo in the auto industry, Ford Motor Co.

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Uber revenue slows as quarterly loss surges to $1.1 billionAuto News

Uber's sales are dramatically slowing even as the ride-hailing company is spending more to fuel global growth, particularly in its food delivery business.

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Car buyers like texting with their dealerships, study showsAuto News

Porsche tops the luxury segment, while the Mini brand ranked highest in the mass-market segment in J.D. Power's latest sales satisfaction study.

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Why Ford will stop selling Explorers in smaller overseas marketsAuto News

The automaker is adjusting where it sells certain models and is reducing the number of available parts on a number of vehicles as it looks to maximize profits amid a global restructuring.

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Analytics firms uses data to help make roads safer near schoolsAuto News

A leading traffic analytics company has compiled a detailed portrait of driver behavior on roads surrounding more than 125,000 schools across the country.

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Data shows grim picture of driving behavior near schoolsAuto News

A leading traffic analytics company has compiled a detailed portrait of driver behavior on roads surrounding more than 125,000 schools across the country.

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Redesigned 2020 Kia Soul stays funky for Los Angeles Auto ShowAuto News

Kia keeps its boxy Soul urban runabout true to its funky inner spirit with the unveiling of the third generation at this month's Los Angeles Auto Show.

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Porsche, Mini Top Sales Satisfaction Study (11/14/18)

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Key House Democrat demands changes to new NAFTA dealAuto News

President Donald Trump's new trade deal with Canada and Mexico needs changes to win support from Democrats, according to a senior House Democrat in line to influence trade policy in the new Congress.

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Karma partners with online car-shopping platformAuto News

Karma Automotive, formerly Fisker Automotive, has partnered with Drive Motors, an online car-shopping and financing platform, in an effort to expand its scope despite its small dealership count.

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Why the EPA is giving auto dealerships a break on airbag disposal rulesAuto News

The EPA will waive some hazardous waste regulations for auto dealerships and other businesses disposing of airbags in hopes of ensuring proper disposal of potentially deadly Takata airbag inflators.

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Can Lime make car-sharing work like its scooters?Auto News

Lime, the scooter startup company that has spread bikes and scooters around the country over the last year, will start spreading around Lime-branded cars, too.

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Aston Martin confirms DBX name for crossoverAuto News

Aston Martin confirmed the DBX name for its much anticipated crossover, which CEO Andy Palmer said will be the most beautiful ultraluxury vehicle of its kind on the market.

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Redesigned 2020 Kia Soul stays funky for Los Angeles Auto ShowAuto News

Kia keeps its boxy Soul urban runabout true to its funky inner spirit with the unveiling of the third generation at this month's Los Angeles Auto Show.

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Why Daimler is opening a second randd center in ChinaAuto News

Daimler plans to invest 1.1 billion yuan ($158.23 million) in a second randd center in Beijing to help accelerate localization of Mercedes vehicles in China.

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Elon Musk's 'Teslaquila' prompts sobering opposition from the tequila industryAuto News

Elon Musk and Mexico's tequila producers could be headed for a collision after the drink's industry group opposed the Tesla CEO's efforts to trademark an alcoholic drink dubbed "Teslaquila."

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Chinese automaker Zotye begins recruiting U.S. dealers, plans to sell budget crossoverAuto News

China's Zotye Automobile International has begun recruiting U.S. dealers and has charged two import-industry veterans with the task of bringing a budget crossover to America in 2020.

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Walmart partners with Ford on autonomous vehiclesAuto News

Ford and Walmart have started a joint pilot to explore how the companies can use self-driving vehicles to deliver groceries and other consumer goods.

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U.S. holds off on car tariffs -- for nowAuto News

The Trump administration will hold off for now on imposing new tariffs on automobile imports as top officials weigh revisions to a report on the national security implications, Bloomberg reported.

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California counters Trump administration on emissions regulationsAuto News

California has countered President Donald Trump's proposed rollback of fuel economy and greenhouse gas requirements for cars and trucks, the acting head of the EPA said.

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Why Tesla, GM and Nissan are working togetherAuto News

The EV Drive Coalition, which counts Tesla, General Motors and Nissan among its members, formally launched with the goal of getting Congress to extend the $7,500 per-vehicle consumer tax credit.

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China's Zotye Plans U.S. Sales, Franchises (11/13/18)

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Ford's 2020 baby Bronco off-roader shows up in leaked photosAuto News

Photos leaked from Ford's annual dealer meeting last month in Las Vegas provide the first public look at the so-called baby Bronco, an upcoming off-road compact crossover.

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Ford's 2020 baby Bronco off-roader shows up in leaked photosAuto News

Photos leaked from Ford's annual dealer meeting last month in Las Vegas provide the first public look at the so-called baby Bronco, an upcoming off-road compact crossover.

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Leaked photos show Ford's 2020 compact off-roaderAuto News

Leaked photos from Ford Motor Co.'s 2018 dealer meeting last month in Las Vegas show images of its upcoming off-road compact crossover.

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Henry Stanford, co-founder of Michigan's Varsity Automotive Group, dies at 70Auto News

Henry Stanford, who co-founded Michigan's Varsity Automotive Group, died on Friday. He was 70.

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Toyota exec touts ethanol hybrids, laments Brazil economyAuto News

Toyota's new ethanol hybrid vehicle being developed in Brazil is exceeding all the manufacturer's expectations, a top executive said.

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Chinese automaker Zotye begins recruiting U.S. dealers, plans to sell small crossoverAuto News

China's Zotye Automobile International has begun recruiting U.S. dealers and has charged two import-industry veterans with the task of bringing a budget crossover to America in 2020.

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BMW expands M3 sedan lineup for 2020 with semi-automated driving featuresAuto News

The 2020 BMW M340i and M340i xDrive sedans offer an array of sensors and technologies to lighten the load of driving, including a semi-automated driving system that allows for hands-free and pedal-free driving.

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Johnson Controls reaches $13.2 billion deal to sell its auto battery unitAuto News

Johnson Controls said it would sell its power solutions business, which makes car batteries, to a Canadian investment firm in a cash deal valued at $13.2 billion.

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BMW expands M3 sedan lineup for 2020 with semi-automated driving featuresAuto News

The 2020 BMW M340i and M340i xDrive sedans offer an array of sensors and technologies to lighten the load of driving, including a semi-automated driving system that allows for hands-free and pedal-free driving on limited-access highways and at...

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Plan for your future, or plan to cash out, car dealers toldAuto News

Presidio Group, a dealership buy-sell advisory firm, recommends that its clients create a conversion plan to serve the future industry or opt to sell their dealerships ahead of predicted dealership disruption from autonomous vehicles.

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Tesla lawyer leaves following SEC settlementAuto News

An experienced securities lawyer has left Tesla just as the company needs one under its fraud settlement with U.S. regulators.

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Waymo's next big move into robotaxis will launch next monthAuto News

Waymo is planning to launch the world's first commercial robotaxi service in early December in Phoenix., Bloomberg reported.

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BMW may sell U.S. credit-card business, report saysAuto News

BMW is one of the last major consumer companies to still own and manage its card portfolio. The automaker has held talks with banks about selling its credit-card portfolio, sources told Bloomberg.

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Ford Ranger will offer aftermarket parts through Yakima partnershipAuto News

Ford is partnering with Yakima to offer 150 parts and accessories for the vehicle, including bed racks, tow hooks and paddleboard carriers. All parts come with a 3-year/36,000-mile Ford warranty.

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Ford pushing 150 aftermarket add-ons for revived Ranger through dealersAuto News

Ford is partnering with Yakima to offer 150 parts and accessories for the vehicle, including bed racks, tow hooks, tents and paddleboard carriers. All parts come with a 3-year/36,000-mile Ford warranty with options for extended warranties.

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FCA picks Gardner to lead Maserati in North AmericaAuto News

Al Gardner, the head of FCA's dealer network in North America, will steer Maserati in the region. Gardner, 54, will report to Jean-Philippe Leloup, who joins Maserati from Ferrari.

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U.S. car-import probe advances as Trump plans trade team meeting, report saysAuto News

The White House is circulating a draft report by the U.S. Commerce Department over whether to impose tariffs on automobile imports to protect national security, Bloomberg reported

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Rivian buys into NormalAuto News

Rivian weighed the choices of greenfield, contract manufacturing or a brownfield site. In the end, Mitsubishi's trained work force made the decision easy.

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Advanced Tech Helps Keep ICEs Hot (11/12/18)

Advanced tech helps keep ICEs hot; New job for Daimler CFO?; Mobile apps give auto lenders a boost;...
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Pennsylvania congressional race another tough job for BoerioAuto News

Former Jaguar chief Bibiana Boerio knew the Pennsylvania congressional seat would be a tough job. It was. She lost 58 percent to 42 percent to Republican Guy Reschenthaler.

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