DECEMBER 22, 2016

Judges’ Decision Knocks Out Porsche’s Boxer

2017 Wards 10 Best Engines
Yes, I bonded with Porsche’s 2.0L welterweight fighter, and my emotional attachment became stronger as I realized my coaching from the corner was falling on deaf ears.

Design Essentials for CNC Machining
Although CNC machining isn’t necessarily a new technology, it is important to stay current with its latest capabilities as they continue to evolve. To help you optimize your parts for modern CNC machining, we compiled these informative design tips.

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Hyundai Motor America Fires CEO, Uber Shuts Down Autonomous Program in Cali, Audi Teases Q8 Concept

ZF becomes technology partner of the Venturi team in Formula E
ZF has entered in a long term technology partnership with Venturi to compete in the FIA Formula E. From the start of the 2016/17 season, ZF will be supporting Venturi with suspension system technology and components, simulation and testing resources and other technology inputs. The principal objective is the design and development of a completely new electric driveline for 2018.

December Light-Vehicle Sales to Push U.S. Market to New Record

There’s good chance automakers propel December above expectations by boosting incentives and advertising during the holiday period.

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Audi to Reveal New Q8 Concept

2017 North American International Auto Show
Depicted an official sketch released by the German luxury-car builder, the highly detailed concept foreshadows a spacious new Range Rover Sport rival that is planned to go on sale before the end of 2017.

Ford Raises Australian R&D Budget After Ending Production

The automaker says it will spend A$500 million over three years to improve design and testing facilities at the plant where production ended in October after Ford's 91 years of manufacturing activity in the country.

Volkswagen Teases Second I.D. Electric Car Concept

2017 North American International Auto Show
Intended to bridge the gap between one of Volkswagen’s most admired models and a future electric-car lineup, the multi-seat concept is described as featuring outstanding accommodation and an extended electric range.

Investors Leery of Swatch's Venture Into EV Battery Market

CEO Nick Hayer has set a goal of $10 billion-$15 billion in electric-vehicle batteries by 2020, but investors note the world's biggest watchmaker faces problems such as a likely drop in 2016 group sales and rising inventories.

Trading Data May Change Face of UBI

Is telematics data exchange making shared driving data a reality?

Regulators Order Uber's Self-Driving Cars Off San Francisco Streets

Uber's self-driving cars were ordered off San Francisco streets after just one week when California's Department of Motor Vehicles ruled the ride-hauling service had not obtained permits to test the vehicles, as 20 other automotive and technology companies have done.

Holiday Spots Remain Big Draw for Automakers

Leading the pack is a Hyundai commercial that offers up holiday spirit in the form of festive clothing, hot chocolate and the chance to get $2,500 off the new Sonata. The commercial garnered 419,000 earned online views.

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