AutoNews Now: Ex-union VP implicated in FCA-UAW scandal

Ex-union VP implicated in FCA-UAW scandal; Nearly flat Jan. sales expected; Daimler, BMW move, suspend workers tied to fumes tests; Hyundai's Super Bowl ad spotlights cancer charity.

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AutoNews Now: Ex-union VP implicated in FCA-UAW scandal

Ex-union VP implicated in FCA-UAW scandal; Nearly flat Jan. sales expected; Daimler, BMW move, suspend workers tied to fumes tests; Hyundai's Super Bowl ad spotlights cancer charity.

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Ford's late arrival to U.S. subcompact crossover segment symbolic of CEO's need to overhaul

To understand why CEO Jim Hackett is urgently overhauling Ford, look no further than the surging subcompact crossover segment.

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No Audi, but a quattro-like freeride skier

Audi partners with a freeride skiing expert and transports him to new locations in the newest video to join our charts.

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AutoNews Now: Fallout from diesel fume tests begins at VW

Fallout from 'unethical' diesel fume tests begins at VW; Design guru Bangle steers clear of safe harbors, makes magic and finds the 'fourth' space; Honda to renew its Passport; Hyundai's bigger Santa Fe.

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Autotrader revamps to prepare for digital retailing

The Autotrader shopping site is changing so that it can shepherd consumers through much of a deal online and save them time when they connect with dealers.

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AutoNews Now: Testing toxic diesel fumes on humans?

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Hyundai plans another live Super Bowl ad

Hyundai's Super Bowl spot will again take shape on game day. The brand will highlight its Hyundai Hope on Wheels initiative and the 60-second spot will air in the fourth quarter.

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Hyundai pushes philanthropy in Super Bowl ad

Hyundai said it plans to use a 60-second ad spot in Sunday's Super Bowl to plug an organization dedicated to fighting childhood cancer.

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Keith Crain: A great week if you like cars

Last week was a very special time for the automobile industry in America, with something for everyone. It was one of those periods that make you understand why the industry is so terrific.

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AutoNation's initiative to beat cancer becomes a brand

After AutoNation decided to dedicate itself to fighting breast cancer, the mission has become visibly embedded in its culture and unmistakably linked to the company's brand.

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AutoNews Now: A strange tale of monkeys and a rigged VW

Monkey experiment adds bizarre twist to VW diesel scandal; Once-maligned Nissan model finds new fans; Track-focused Ferrari 488 headed to Geneva?; Karma's modern-art car.

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AutoNews Now: Marchionne: Fiat Chrysler's earnings set to pass Ford's

A Sergio deep dive: Passing Ford, ditching debt and avoiding 'screw up'; Buick, Porsche are winners; Trail-ready Toyotas; Kia, Fittipaldi hit the track; Hyundai's next Santa Fe.

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Kia releases Super Bowl teaser

Kia released a Super Bowl ad teaser on YouTube for its 2018 Kia Stinger sport sedan, starring Brazilian racing icon Emerson Fittipaldi and a mystery driver.

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GM sued over copyright infringement

A Swiss artist has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against GM, accusing the automaker of using one of his outdoor murals in a marketing campaign without his knowledge or consent.

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Lexus releases 'Black Panther' Super Bowl ad

When most brands talk about luring younger buyers, millennials or Gen Z kids come to mind. But Lexus will settle for getting a few more fortysomethings in the fold during the Super Bowl.

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AutoNews Now: SUVs ride high into ultraluxury market

SUVs ride high into ultraluxury market: 'Closed-room' reveals at Rolls; Lambo sees double with Urus; Bentley Bentayga boom; Ferrari, Aston plans; Baby Jeep on board?; 'Start' for AVs.

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Ally commits $750 million for retail contracts at DriveTime

Ally Financial said it will commit $750 million to finance retail contracts for used-vehicle retailing giant DriveTime this year.

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Ally, DriveTime form partnership

Ally Financial will commit $750 million to finance retail contracts for DriveTime this year.

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Redesigned Ram goes from farm to city

Ram shows off the redesigned 1500 in a new ad campaign with a new take on a classic tune.

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Kia talks future at CES

Kia asks CES attendees how they imagine the vehicle of the future.

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AutoNews Now: Jeep's global sales setback

Jeep's global sales setback; Ghosn open to AV tech partnership; Uber chief: Profit within 3 years; Well-connected VW Golf?; PSA confirms Atlanta HQ; NADA gets unconventional.

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AutoNews Now: F-150's rivals are sticking with steel

Why F-150's rivals are sticking with steel; End of BMW SUV deficit?; Mercedes bets on games, pop-up stores; Hyundai teases Super Bowl surprise; Mustang Bullitt fetches $300K.

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Subaru sticks with dog-friendly ad campaign

Subaru of America is sticking to its dog-friendly formula with its "Dog Tested. Dog Approved" ad campaign.

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Hyundai teases Super Bowl ad

Hyundai is vowing to surprise millions of people on Super Bowl Sunday. But it's not above a little teasing, first.

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Lexus looks to ride 'Black Panther' movie back to luxury lead

In the upcoming "Black Panther" blockbuster, the superhero surfs through a city clinging to the roof of his Lexus LC 500 as his sister pilots it remotely. The brand hopes that cameo helps end a seven-year drought as U.S. luxury sales leader.

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Mercedes tries gaming events, pop-up stories

Mercedes-Benz is tapping gaming events and pop-up shops to find new customers as it prepares for business to move increasingly online and to new types of vehicles.

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'Good return' expected for dealers with Chevy Silverado 4500HD/5500HD

General Motors plans to expand its dealer network for medium-duty commercial vehicles this year from 240 to about 400 with the introduction of Silverado 4500HD and 5500HD trucks.

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AutoNews Now: PSA to put regional HQ in Atlanta

Southern charm? PSA to put regional HQ in Atlanta, plus, Alabama's auto appeal; NAFTA woes; Lexus 'Panther' placement; A limited Land Rover; GM exec's CarPlay critique; Bullitt benefit.

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AutoNews Now: VW's struggle to become a U.S. sales leader

AN World Congress: VW's struggle to rise above niche status in U.S., Volvo exec sold on subscriptions; Buick to expand Avenir line; Ghosn proclaims alliance global sales title.

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Buick's Avenir subbrand expected to grow across lineup

Buick's Avenir subbrand is poised to grow across the marque's lineup of cars and crossovers. Duncan Aldred, vice president of Global Buick and GMC, said expanding Avenir is a way for Buick to better compete.

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AutoNews Now: Ford's Hackett on EVs, Apple, and saying yes

AN World Congress: Hackett on EVs, Apple cars, saying yes to Ford; Keogh on Audi's 'staggering shift'; Mazda exec stands by internal combustion engines; Subaru backs AV proving ground.

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Mercedes-Benz expects 25 percent of its sales will happen online by 2022, sales chief Britta Seeger says

Mercedes-Benz estimates that 25 percent of its new- and used-vehicle sales will be completed online by 2025, sales chief Britta Seeger says.

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GM, Ford repeat as loyalty champions

For a third year in a row, GM finished as the top manufacturer in IHS Markit's Loyalty Awards, while Ford extended its streak to eight years for customer loyalty to a specific make.

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Mercedes-Benz expects 25 percent of its sales will happen online by 2022, sales chief Britta Seeger says

Mercedes-Benz estimates that 25 percent of its new- and used-vehicle sales will be completed online by 2022, sales chief Britta Seeger says.

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AutoNews Now: New turbo, fresh look for Jeep Cherokee

At Detroit show: New turbo, fresh look for Jeep Cherokee, Benz and BMW to test U.S. subscription plans, Peek at powerful Ford pony, Chao's 'tech neutral' pledge; GM's hot profits.

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Chevrolet ready for Winter Olympics but mum on Super Bowl

Chevrolet will once again go for advertising gold at the Winter Olympic Games, but it won't tip its hand on the Super Bowl.

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Rolls-Royce sales chief Knight leaves automaker

Rolls-Royce said its sales and marketing director, Fintan Knight, has left the company to pursue other interests. The automaker has not yet announced a successor for the position.

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