Why Apple CarPlay, Google's Android Auto were found to be less distracting than automakers' built-in systemsAuto News

Built-in vehicle infotainment systems designed by automakers are more distracting to drivers than Apple CarPlay and Google's Android Auto, according to AAA research.

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NHTSA nominee King passes Senate panel's review Auto News

The Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday recommended the nomination of Heidi King to be NHTSA administrator.

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Bosch teams with Canada startup Mojio to connect vehicles wirelesslyAuto News

Bosch is teaming with Canadian startup Mojio to get more vehicles connected wirelessly to a range of digital services, from insurance companies to emergency responders.

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Auto tariffs are the 'final step to economic disaster,' Linamar CEO SaysAuto News

The North American auto industry is facing a crisis 'that will make 2009 look like a walk in the park' if the U.S. imposes tariffs on vehicles and parts, says the CEO of Canadian supplier Linamar.

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Elon Musk says 'rude awakening' awaits analyst bearish on TeslaAuto News

Elon Musk sent a companywide email to Tesla employees responding to a Goldman Sachs analyst's prediction that the carmaker will miss estimates with its crucial Model 3 sedan this quarter.

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Businesses press Congress to check Trump tariff powersAuto News

A coalition of business groups, including those representing automakers and suppliers, sent a letter to lawmakers urging support for legislation that would require congressional approval of tariffs designated for national security reasons.

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Ford inks smart car deal in China with BaiduAuto News

Ford said it signed a letter of intent with China's internet search company Baidu to develop artificial intelligence and smart connectivity in cars.

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Ford hits green goals ahead of scheduleAuto News

The company in 2010 pledged over the next 15 years to cut by 30 percent per vehicle the amount of carbon dioxide emissions from its carmaking processes. It achieved its goal in half the time.

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Ford hits carbon emissions reduction goal 8 years earlyAuto News

The company in 2010 pledged over the next 15 years to cut by 30 percent per vehicle the amount of carbon dioxide emissions from its carmaking processes. It achieved its goal in half the time.

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Trump tariffs would cost thousands of U.S. jobs, import trade group saysAuto News

WASHINGTON -- The trade association representing international automakers operating in the U.S.

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Lorraine Schultz, founder of group to promote women in the auto industry, dies at 88Auto News

Lorraine Schultz, who spearheaded a nonprofit organization that provided scholarships and networking opportunities to women in an industry long perceived as male territory, has died. She was 88.

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New venture capital infusion led by Costanoa Ventures doubles startup Roadster's fundingAuto News

The investment will propel the technology startup's efforts to expand operations and update products to meet the demands of dealership and automaker customers.

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California utility company wants to grow EV charging capacityAuto News

Southern California Edison utility is looking to spend another $760.1 million on expanding electric car-charging networks as the state works to get more emissions-free vehicles on the road.

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Trump trade chief vows to protect U.S. interests against EU tariffsAuto News

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer criticized retaliatory tariffs imposed by the EU and China, saying that the nation would "take all necessary actions."

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