Senate bill to drive research in fuel-saving technologiesAuto News

Senators from states with major auto plants are trying again to pass legislation designed to encourage investment in zero-emissions randd, and advanced fuel-reduction and safety technologies.

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Elon Musk's following helps Tesla lead Twitter engagement among brands in AprilAuto News

Tesla Motor's anticipated electric semi truck helped the company grab first place in Twitter engagement among brands for April, according to ListenFirst Media.

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VW's Mueller says successor likely to come from within, report saysAuto News

Volkswagen will likely pick a new CEO from within the carmaker's own ranks, CEO Matthias Mueller told a German newspaper.

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Four Automakers Settle Airbag Claims (5/18/17)

BMW, Mazda, Subaru, Toyota agree to settle Takata-defect claims; Cars gaining in horsepower, speed;...
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FCA could face more U.S. litigation over diesel emissionsAuto News

The Justice Department is preparing to file a civil suit against Fiat Chrysler for selling 104,000 vehicles that emit excess diesel emissions, according to several reports.

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Four automakers agree to $553 million settlement to resolve Takata claimsAuto News

Four automakers agreed to a $553 million settlement to address class-action claims covering owners of nearly 16 million vehicles with potentially defective Takata airbags.

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U.S. seeks to shift trade tides as it starts NAFTA overhaul Auto News

The Trump administration took its first formal step toward renegotiating NAFTA, setting the stage for talks that could have a major impact on automakers and suppliers.

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Audi pledges transparency amid emissions probesAuto News

Audi's CEO pledged full transparency as the company continues to recover from diesel emissions fraud but shareholders at the automaker's annual meeting again pressed managers to disclose more about the scandal.

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Fiat Chrysler shares drop as U.S. weighs suit over diesel emissions Auto News

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles shares fell over 3 percent in early U.S. trading on Thursday on reports the Justice Department is preparing to file a civil suit against the automaker for selling 104,000 vehicles that emit excess diesel emissions.

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American cars: Fast and furious these daysAuto News

The horses in the auto industry are running free. If a 1976 driver were to somehow get behind the wheel of a 2017 car, whiplash would likely result. Horsepower in the U.S.

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Former FBI boss expected to leave role at Takata fund to head U.S. election probeAuto News

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller, who was named in April to lead a compensation fund for automakers and people harmed by faulty Takata airbags, was appointed special counsel to investigate alleged Russian interference in the 2016 presidential...

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U.S. prepares to sue Fiat Chrysler over excess diesel emissionsAuto News

The Justice Department is preparing to sue Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV if talks fail to resolve differences over the automaker's alleged violations of U.S.

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Jeep Wrangler pickup spottedAuto News

Spy photographers have captured the first public images of Fiat Chrysler's upcoming midsize pickup based on the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.

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Jeep Wrangler pickup spottedAuto News

Spy photographers have captured the first public images of Fiat Chrysler's upcoming midsize pickup based on the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.

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Former store owner, fugitive sentenced to 10 years for fraudAuto News

The criminal prosecution of Eminiano "Jun" Reodica Jr. came to a close this week when he was sentenced to 10 years in prison.

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Subaru weighs Sweden's Autoliv as camera supplier, report saysAuto News

Subaru is considering Autoliv's stereo cameras for its driver-assist system as the Japanese automaker looks for options beyond longtime supplier Hitachi, Bloomberg reported.

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Audi CEO Stadler's contract to be extended to end of 2022Auto News

Audi boss Rupert Stadler, 54, will be given another five years as CEO, VW's luxury brand said. The board vote to extend Stadler's contract was unanimous,

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Ford Cuts Salaried Workforce (5/17/17)

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Ford deepens Motown's slowdown, belying Trump growth claims Auto News

The dark narrative of decline developing in Detroit stands in stark contrast to President Donald Trump's boasts of a booming U.S. auto industry that's building plants and adding jobs.

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Volvo prices redesigned XC60 from $42,495Auto News

Pricing in the U.S. for the redesigned Volvo XC60 will begin at $42,495. The retooled XC60 went into production in April and is to arrive at dealerships in August.

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