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Electric Car Future at CES: Unveilings, Surprises and Disappointments

CES 2018 has come to an end but the hype it has created in the world of electric cars is just starting to spread. It is clear that electric cars are becoming more than just cars. They are hi-tech devices on wheels that are connected to the rest of our world. So, it is no surprise that more and more electric cars and EV related technologies are being showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
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By: Alex Guberman

Why did all three top truck makers choose MLK Day to launch new products?

GM, Ford and Fiat Chrysler: all three of America's largest truck makers chose one of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday weekend days on which to launch an all-new truck. Here's why.
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By: John Goreham

2019 Acura RDX Prototype debuts in Detroit before a subdued press corp

Early Monday morning, Acura blew the doors off of the premium compact SUV segment with an N.A.I.A.S. stage reveal of 2019 RDX Prototype. The re-engineered 2-row SUV effectively sets a new production benchmark in what is arguably the fastest growing car segment in North America. You wouldn't know it by the reaction of the attending press. Quiet!
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By: Parks McCants

Infiniti QX30 Blends Coupe, Hatch and Crossover in One Smart Package

Infiniti cooked up an interesting blend of coupe, hatchback and crossover with the QX30. It doesn’t fit into the typical crossover SUV mold.
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By: Denis Flierl

3 Upgrades Help Subaru Impreza Beat All Compact Cars 5 Consecutive Years

2018 Subaru Impreza wins Kelley Blue Book’s 2018 Best Resale Value in its respective category for another consecutive year.
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By: Denis Flierl

Why Ford says it is time to resurrect the 2019 Ford Ranger midsize pickup

Ford rolled out its redesigned 2019 Ford Ranger midsize pickup, in Detroit. Ford says it is the perfect time to re-enter the midsize market because sales of the smaller trucks have jumped 83 percent since 2014.
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By: Mary Conway

Subaru Outback Scores Buyers Choice Award; AutoWeb Misses One Important Fact

The 2018 Subaru Outback is AutoWeb's Buyers Choice for best wagon. They miss one important fact about the recreation-purposed vehicle.
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By: Denis Flierl

New VW Passat GT designed specifically for the U.S. market

With the kickoff of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit automakers are strutting their stuff with new-car intros all over the place. Not to be outdone, Volkswagen has introduced a new Passat GT for 2018, based on the restyled Passat introduced last year.
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By: Marc Stern

Utah city wants granny’s VW artwork out of a tree; she can’t see why

Clearly, the authorities in Clearfield, Utah, have way too much time on their hands. After all, why would officials declare a piece of art to be a nuisance and then demand it be taken down? The artwork in question is a tree-borne VW named Lucy and her owner can't figure out why all the fuss. The whole issue was initiated by an unknown complainant, too. Perhaps, they should get new lives and leave Janis Zettel, alone.
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By: Marc Stern