Genesis G70 finally appears, but mostly on TVAuto News

A Genesis spokesman told Automotive News the first G70s have been shipped, and that the brand is expecting 100 to 200 dealers to have them by the end of the year.

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Material prices hammer the auto industryAuto News

Automakers buy most of their steel in North America, but certain types #8212; such as stainless and electrical steel #8212; are imports subject to the 25 percent U.S. tariff.

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U.S. luxury auto sales race goes down to the wireAuto News

The two top German luxury brands were nearly neck-and-neck going into the fourth quarter, with Mercedes-Benz eyeing a third consecutive year atop the U.S. luxury market.

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Automakers, lenders extend relief, assistance to Michael victimsAuto News

Several automakers and lenders are offering financial relief to customers and residents in communities affected by Hurricane Michael.

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UAW-VEBA loses seat on GM's boardAuto News

The UAW Retiree Medical Benefits Trust has forfeited its right to designate a nominee to GM's board of directors after divesting

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BMW warns trade war could hit 2019 results by up to $579MAuto News

BMW expects a hit to earnings of up to half a billion euros ($579 million) in 2019 if tariffs between the United States and China remain in place, CFO Nicolas Peter said.

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Fla. Service Manager Among Storm Casualties (10/12/18)

Service manager among hurricane casualties; Storm damages stores in Fla.; Bracing for China decline;...
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Borgward losses spur majority stake sale by China's FotonAuto News

China's Foton plans to sell a 67 percent stake in Borgward as losses escalate at the German brand it revived four years ago.

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Tesla seeks patent for 'Teslaquila'Auto News

What started as an April Fools' Day joke that left a poor taste in Tesla investors' mouths may soon become a reality.

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Hyundai, Kia urged again to recall nearly 3 million crossovers, sedans in U.S. for fire hazardAuto News

The Center for Auto Safety on Friday renewed calls for Hyundai and Kia to recall almost 3 million crossovers and sedans for potential noncollision fire risk.

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Tesla: Order by Monday to Get Full U.S. Tax Credit (10/12/18)

Tesla: Order by Monday to get full U.S. tax credit; Toyota recalls 2019 C-HR; NHTSA moves forward on...
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35 finalists to vie for 2019 Automotive News PACE AwardsAuto News

Auto-parts suppliers specializing in sensor technology, artificial intelligence and connected mobility are among the 35 finalists for the 2019 Automotive News PACE Awards, announced Friday.

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Why lithium supplies will stay tight for yearsAuto News

The market for lithium will remain tight through 2025 as producers struggle to lift output fast enough to meet demand, a top industry executive says.

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Mercedes expects 62-mile electrified range on GLE plug-in hybridAuto News

Daimler could be the first automaker to offer a combustion engine car with a 62-mile electric range, when it launches the Mercedes GLE plug-in hybrid vehicle in the second half of next year.

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Why China auto sales are falling, and what happens nextAuto News

China's car market has been one of the most reliable engines of global growth for decades. Now that all might be coming to an end.

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Tesla says orders placed by Oct 15 eligible for full tax creditAuto News

Tesla said orders for cars placed by Oct. 15 will be eligible for a full federal tax credit of $7,500 and these customers will get their cars delivered by the end of the year.

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#MeToo hits Tata as Jaguar owner sends executive on leaveAuto News

Tata Motors sent its chief of corporate communications on leave following allegations of inappropriate behavior with female employees.

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