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German supplier ZF Friedrichshafen plans to streamline its leadership this year by reducing its management board to six members from eight and giving the remaining executives wider responsibilities.
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Daimler's board is set to extend CEO Dieter Zetsche's contract by five years, handing him the chance to deliver on his goals or risk the Mercedes brand falling further behind its competitors.
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Europe's light commercial vehicle sector is headed toward a major shake-up that is likely to put added financial pressure on struggling brands such as Peugeot, Citroen, Renault, Opel and Fiat.
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Used batteries from first-generation Toyota Prius hybrids may not be as effective now as they were in their heyday, but Toyota insists on giving them a new lease on life.
Starting in April, the automaker will offer Toyota dealers across Japan an electricity management system that uses recycled nickel-metal hydride batteries from old hybrid vehicles, as well as solar panels and other equipment. The system will produce backup electricity that can be stored and used during power outages and emergencies.
Each unit has a storage capacity of 10 kWh (the average home uses 15-20 kWh) and weighs approximately 980 kg. It stands 1,900 mm high, 1,140 mm wide, and 1,280 mm deep.
No word yet on possible applications in other markets.
Source: Autoblog Green
Starting in April, the automaker will offer Toyota dealers across Japan an electricity management system that uses recycled nickel-metal hydride batteries from old hybrid vehicles, as well as solar panels and other equipment. The system will produce backup electricity that can be stored and used during power outages and emergencies.
Each unit has a storage capacity of 10 kWh (the average home uses 15-20 kWh) and weighs approximately 980 kg. It stands 1,900 mm high, 1,140 mm wide, and 1,280 mm deep.
No word yet on possible applications in other markets.
Source: Autoblog Green
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A new study by Consumer Reports reveals that small turbocharged engines are not delivering on their fuel economy promises.
Some of the models tested by Consumer Reports were not only less efficient than advertised, but also disappointing in terms of acceleration. More importantly, they proved even thirstier and slower than many conventionally powered competitors.
The chart (click here) shows clear differences between the EPA numbers and those of Consumer Reports. Take a good look at it while we await explanations from automakers.
Source: Consumer Reports
Some of the models tested by Consumer Reports were not only less efficient than advertised, but also disappointing in terms of acceleration. More importantly, they proved even thirstier and slower than many conventionally powered competitors.
The chart (click here) shows clear differences between the EPA numbers and those of Consumer Reports. Take a good look at it while we await explanations from automakers.
Source: Consumer Reports
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The 2013 Geneva Motor Show will feature a very special Lamborghini that celebrates the Italian automaker's 50th anniversary.
No technical details have been provided, but we know that this street-legal car will be produced in limited numbers (max. of 10) and prove faster than any other Lamborghini in history.
A high executive told an Australian magazine to prepare for a ''big surprise.''
Source: Cnet France
No technical details have been provided, but we know that this street-legal car will be produced in limited numbers (max. of 10) and prove faster than any other Lamborghini in history.
A high executive told an Australian magazine to prepare for a ''big surprise.''
Source: Cnet France
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According to early data collected by General Motors in the U.S., 29% of Chevrolet Spark buyers are under 35, 51% are women, and 54% are first-time Chevrolet buyers.
The Spark's low MSRP is also a big selling point, along with its EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 38 mpg on the highway.
As far as body colours go, Salsa Red leads the way (23% of Spark owners), followed by Jalapeno Green and Denim Blue.
Originally launched in 18 markets around the globe, including Canada, the Chevrolet Spark has sold more than 12,000 units since it went on sale last year. A Spark EV is also planned for the 2014 model year; look for it to arrive this summer.
The Spark's low MSRP is also a big selling point, along with its EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 38 mpg on the highway.
As far as body colours go, Salsa Red leads the way (23% of Spark owners), followed by Jalapeno Green and Denim Blue.
Originally launched in 18 markets around the globe, including Canada, the Chevrolet Spark has sold more than 12,000 units since it went on sale last year. A Spark EV is also planned for the 2014 model year; look for it to arrive this summer.
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The brand new Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 Roadster is already sold out around the world. Buyers who order one today won't be able to take delivery of it until mid-2014.
The car boasts a 6.5L V12 engine rated at 700 horsepower and sprints from 0-100 km/h in 3.0 seconds before reaching a top speed of 350 km/h. It costs over $400,000.
Source: AutoBlog
The car boasts a 6.5L V12 engine rated at 700 horsepower and sprints from 0-100 km/h in 3.0 seconds before reaching a top speed of 350 km/h. It costs over $400,000.
Source: AutoBlog
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Evolutionary rather than revolutionary.
As any hot rodder knows, it's easier to improve something that started out very slow than to eke a little more performance out of something that's already been heavily tweaked. Kia faces an analogous challenge with the 2014 Sorento. Just three years ago, the Korean automaker transformed the Sorento from a blase body-on-frame truck to a competitive mid-size crossover -- it is now Kia's second best-selling vehicle behind the Optima. With the 2014 Sorento, we'll see whether Kia can improve even more on a good thing.
Photo Gallery: First Drive: 2014 Kia Sorento - Automobile Magazine
Photo Gallery: First Drive: 2014 Kia Sorento - Automobile Magazine
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On June 30th, 1953, the first Corvette rolled off the assembly line in Flint, Michigan.
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Also in this episode: Get ready to get even Faster and even Furiouser, and we take a look at the Redbull RB9.
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Mecum auctions will be heading to Boynton Beach, Fla., toward the end of February to hold a no-reserve auction featuring nearly 80 cars and more than 1,000 pieces of road art and memorabilia from the Verde Classics Museum Collection.
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Nissan will build a compact car to rival the VW Golf at its plant in Spain, dashing hopes that the model would be made in one of alliance partner Renault's factories in France.
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Organizers have released the 2013 Chicago Auto Show floor plan.
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Joe Flacco, 33-year-old Super Bowl MVP, got an extra surprise on Sunday after receiving his trip to Disneyland and a football signed by a
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The 2013 Sentra has come a long way from its dorky, plasticky predecessor.
The 2013 Sentra's mini-Altima styling, while somewhat awkward, brings dividends inside. The cabin is one of the plushest in its class (at least in this top-level SL), and there are acres of interior space compared with the competition. Thanks to a large greenhouse, the all-black color scheme still comes off as bright and airy. For a compact car, the trunk is huge.
Photo Gallery: 2013 Nissan Sentra SL - Editors' Notebook - Automobile Magazine
Photo Gallery: 2013 Nissan Sentra SL - Editors' Notebook - Automobile Magazine
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In January, Rolls-Royce gave us a shadowed peek at the upcoming Wraith coupe, which is slated to debut at the