Cars will become 'personal companions,' Krueger saysAuto News

The futuristic autonomous, highly connected Vision Next 100 concept car shown last week hints at BMW's future direction into increased connectivity, says its CEO.

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Buick and Infiniti have their March Madness game plans readyAuto News

While underdogs battle to be the next Cinderella during the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament, Buick and Infiniti will make plays on the digital hardwood.

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Cadillac may add 2.0-liter turbo to XT5 engine lineupAuto News

Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen could see offering a 2.0-liter turbo engine in the upcoming XT5 crossover, which for now will come only with a 3.6-liter V-6 under hood.

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Clinton to target 'rules of origin' in Rust Belt pushAuto News

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton will propose making it harder for foreign automakers to claim that their cars are made in the U.S. as she tries to recruit Rust Belt voters following a surprise defeat in Michigan.

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Maserati recalls Quattroporte, Ghibli for risk of unintended accelerationAuto News

Maserati is recalling some of its Quattroporte and Ghibli luxury sedans because of danger posed by the driver-side floor mat, which can become dislodged and stuck in the accelerator.

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How Subaru plans to stay competitiveAuto News

Subaru is embarking on engineering, design and technology overhauls to keep the small-scale, niche brand competitive.

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VW dealers' demand: 'Stop the insanity'Auto News

If not for Michael Horn, VW dealers' relations with the factory might have turned volatile months ago. But now Horn is gone, and the tense peace that he managed with frank talk, product promises and piles of incentive cash may be gone with him.

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Harman completes acquisition TowerSec to boost cybersecurity offeringsAuto News

Harman International, best known for supplying audio and infotainment systems to automakers, said today it completed its acquisition of automotive cybersecurity company TowerSec.

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'Mobility' Moves at GM, Ford (3/11/16)

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NHTSA says legal hurdles remain to deployment of self-driving carsAuto News

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said significant legal hurdles must be cleared before self-driving cars without steering wheels and gas pedals can be sold in the U.S.

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Md. bill would require OE repair parts for first 2 yearsAuto News

The recurring debate over the use of original-equipment vs. aftermarket parts for vehicle repairs has taken a new twist in Maryland.

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Ford creates mobility subsidiary; director Hackett resigns to lead itAuto News

Ford is organizing its exploration of mobility services into a formal subsidiary and putting board member Jim Hackett in charge of the new company, called Ford Smart Mobility LLC.

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Ford creates mobility subsidiary; board member Hackett named chairman of new unitAuto News

Ford is organizing its exploration of mobility services into a formal subsidiary and putting board member Jim Hackett in charge of the new company, called Ford Smart Mobility LLC.

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Jeep Wrangler Catches 'Hell' (3/10/16)

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GM to buy autonomous-driving startup CruiseAuto News

General Motors is acquiring a California technology company that sells an aftermarket, roof-mounted autonomous-driving kit, the latest in a string of investments by GM in startups involved in alternative modes of mobility.

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Mercedes-AMG E43 will pack 396 hp motorAuto News

The high-powered version of the redesigned Mercedes-Benz E class will reach 396 hp. The Mercedes-AMG E43 will hit showroom floors in the U.S. in early 2017, the German luxury brand said Thursday.

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Longtime Ford executive Taub dies at 92Auto News

Robert Taub, a 42-year veteran of Ford Motor who served as the company's director of corporate affairs planning for two decades, died this week at the age of 92.

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Horn's departure could hamper VW turnaround, but not talks with regulatorsAuto News

The departure of Volkswagen's U.S. boss is a blow to the carmaker's attempts to revive sales after its emissions test cheating scandal, but should not disrupt its efforts to strike a deal with U.S. regulators, analysts and sources told Reuters.

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Porsche considers Bosch, Panasonic to supply electric sports car battery, report saysAuto News

Porsche has been weighing bids from Panasonic and Bosch for a long-range battery as it prepares to challenge Tesla Motors with an all-electric sports car, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg.

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