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Volvo adds second plug-in hybrid powertrain option to XC40
21 August 2020
GOTHENBURG: Volvo’s electrification programme has delivered a second plug-in petrol-electric hybrid powertrain for the award-winning XC40 compact SUV. The introduction of the new X...
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Some Grab drivers using external tools to exploit job alloca...
21 August 2020
PETALING JAYA: Some Grab drivers are using external tools – including location spoofing services – to grab the jobs of others, said the e-hailing service.
“We are aware that the...
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Your phone can already help find your car
21 August 2020
BERLIN: With a smartphone in their pocket, drivers can safely forget where they've parked their car. That's because apps and digital assistants will remember for you.
You can ea...
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Hot on the heels of Ford Mustang, another legendary American...
21 August 2020
DETROIT: Chevrolet is reportedly preparing to launch an electrified version of its most recent Corvette, the rear mid-engine C8. Moreover, the name Corvette E-Ray has been register...
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British company Lunaz is electrifying old Rolls-Royces
21 August 2020
LONDON: A British outfit has started production of the world’s only electric Rolls-Royce cars.
The Rolls-Royce marque joins existing electrified classic cars from Jaguar and Ben...
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Facing Trump criticism, Goodyear says employees can wear clo...
21 August 2020
Goodyear tyres are seen on the presidential limo known as 'The Beast'. — Reuters
WASHINGTON: Goodyear Tire chief executive Rich Kramer said on Thursday the company had clarified i...
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Honda to start selling new CBR600RR Super Sports bike in Jap...
21 August 2020
TOKYO: Honda today announced that the all-new CBR600RR Super Sports bike will go on sale on Sept 25 through Honda Dream locations across Japan.
Equipped with a high-performance,...
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China electric scooter duo gets rich with Vin Diesel’s help
21 August 2020
Vin Diesel made a fortune playing the American muscle-car driving anti-hero in the Fast & Furious films. — AFP
HONG KONG: Vin Diesel made a fortune playing the American muscle...
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America’s streets are getting rougher
21 August 2020
NEW YORK: When it comes to road conditions, drivers in some areas of the US have it far rougher than others. Pandemic-punched budget holes may mean they won’t get smoothed out anyt...
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Hygiene vs heat: How a disinfectant bottle in a hot car can ...
21 August 2020
BERLIN: It doesn't matter if it's a deodorant, a mosquito spray or some disinfectant: Bottles of chemicals and hot cars are generally not a good mix.
Particularly during the pan...
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Subaru taps Xilinx for key chip in driver-assistance system
20 August 2020
SAN FRANCISCO: Xilinx Inc and Subaru Corp on Wednesday said the Japanese automaker will use one of the Silicon Valley company’s chips to power a new driver-assistance system that w...
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July vehicle sales 13% up
20 August 2020
PETALING JAYA: Total vehicle sales rose 13% year-on-year to 57,552 units last month, compared with 50,854 units in the previous corresponding period as the government’s tax exempti...
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Will your phone be the most important part of your car in fu...
20 August 2020
BERLIN: The smartphone is becoming an integral part of owning a networked car, allowing users to remotely perform tasks such as monitoring their vehicle's petrol level or checking ...
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How to keep your dog safe and happy during road trips
20 August 2020
BERLIN: Some dogs love car trips but for others, it's terribly stressful, leading to barking, whining and sickness, even.
Owners can influence this. "You can slowly and carefull...
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Chinese EV maker Nio launches battery leasing service, eyes ...
20 August 2020
BEIJING/SHANGHAI: Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio Inc has launched a battery leasing service that will allow drivers to buy an EV without owning the battery pack - one of t...
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GM says over 40% of new China launches in next five years wi...
20 August 2020
SHANGHAI: General Motors Co is planning an electric car offensive in China with more than 40% of its new launches in the country over the next five years set to be electric vehicle...
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Mercedes-Benz C 200 Coupé now more powerful and connected
19 August 2020
The key change is the engine, which is now a 2.0-litre instead of the 1.5-litre previously.
PETALING JAYA: Mercedes-Benz Malaysia today introduced the enhanced C 200 Coupé AMG ...
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New Honda City grows bigger and gets more tech
19 August 2020
The outgoing fourth-generation City.
PETALING JAYA: Could the all-new Honda City that is due to be launched by the year end be even bigger than the current generation? We think...
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Mercedes-AMG Project One takes another step closer to series...
19 August 2020
AFFALTERBACH: The development of the Mercedes-AMG Project ONE hypercar has taken a step closer to production with several pre-production models taking to the company's own proving ...
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GM bets on electric Cadillacs and micro-vans to reverse Chin...
19 August 2020
SHANGHAI: General Motors is overhauling its Chinese line-up with a greater emphasis on electric cars and smart-driving technology to stem a slide in sales after more than two decad...
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