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Mercedes-Benz Calendar – She’s Mercedes

In a new twist on and old idea, famous and influential women each present a Mercedes model with their own personal perspective on the 2017 car calendar. Continue reading

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NiroBot for Facebook to Hype Kia Niro Hybrid

Messenger is allegedly used by more than 1 billion consumers monthly, and those accessing the NiroBot for Messenger will get vehicle information, interior and exterior galleries, multimedia product overviews, lots of hype and the ability to schedule a test drive of the first Kia vehicle to make use of an all-new, dedicated eco-car platform. Continue reading

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2017 Volvo V90 Cross Country, V60 Polestar Debut at LA

The V90 Cross Country completes the 90 Series line-up. Significant improvements have been made to both the S60 and V60 Polestars compared to the 2016 models, most notably a 362-horsepower version of Volvo’s Drive-E powertrain for the low volume specialty vehicles. Continue reading

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Another SUV Concept Debuts in Los Angeles – Subaru VIZIV-7

“We know customers in this segment want a full-sized vehicle and the next 3-row from Subaru will be the biggest Subaru vehicle ever,” said Takeshi Tachimori, corporate executive vice president, of Subaru owner Fuji Heavy Industries. Continue reading

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New/Old Jaguar XKSS Debuts in Los Angeles

Sometimes referred to as the world’s first supercar, the XKSS was originally made by Jaguar as a road-going conversion of the Le Mans-winning D-type, which was built from 1954-1956. In 1957, nine cars allocated for export to North America were lost in a fire at Jaguar’s Browns Lane factory in the British Midlands. Only 16 examples of XKSS were ultimately built. Continue reading

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Maven Car Sharing Now in Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco

Maven, General Motors’ personal mobility brand, is expanding to the western United States, adding Denver, Los Angeles and San Francisco as markets. Continue reading

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Bosch CEO – Car as We Know It Will Soon Be History

Between 2017 and 2022, the global market for connected mobility is expected to grow by nearly 25% annually. Just a few years from now, cars will be an active part of the internet of things (IoT), able to communicate with other connected modes of transportation, and even with the smart home. Continue reading

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Seattle Fire Department Increases Mileage with Hybrid Ambulances

Hybrid ambulances responding to 911 emergencies in the Seattle city centers how a 23% increase in mpg and a 19% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. Continue reading

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Pew – Digital Commerce Platforms Help and Exploit Workers

About 24% of Americans earned money from the digital platform economy in the past year as gig work is blurring the lines between formal and casual labor, “jobs” and hobbies. Continue reading

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Fast Eddy Concept – the Chevrolet Aerovette XP-882 Revisited

The design pays homage to the Chevrolet Aerovette XP-882 that had a mid-engine configuration using a V8 engine. The Aerovette was revealed in 1977 as a concept, but went no further. Continue reading

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FCA Launches New 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

FCA today debuted the new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, a thus far unique offering in the segment. Pacifica Hybrid’s is rated at an estimated 30 miles of all-electric range, 530 miles of total range and 80 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) in city driving. Continue reading

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Rail Roads Can Save Lives

The OneRail Coalition released a new study today, “Rail Safety in the United States” that highlighted a 31% decline in rail accidents over the past 10 years, making rail transport significantly safer than other transportation. Continue reading

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Mazda CX-5 Crossover Takes on Subaru Forester

Mazda Motor Corporation today unveiled the all-new Mazda CX-5 crossover SUV, a heavily redesigned compact, which “refines every element of Mazda’s design.” Continue reading

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Mini Countryman Grows Larger, Adds Plug-in Hybrid

MINI USA introduced the biggest MINI ever, the all new MINI Countryman, at a press conference today at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. Continue reading

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Honda Civic Si Concept debuts in LA

The Honda Civic Si Prototype made its global debut today, giving potential buyers a look at the design and performance direction for the 2017 Civic Si Coupe and Si Sedan, both launching next year. Continue reading

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