VW's next W-12 engine unites direct injection, turbo

Volkswagen's next-generation W12 engine will combine direct-injection technology and turbocharging.

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Fiat Chrysler, GM post May sales gains; Ford falls

Fiat Chrysler and General Motors scored modest U.S. sales increases last month while Ford fell as the industry appeared poised to record one of the strongest months in nearly a decade.

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Mulally joins 3D firm's board

Former Ford CEO Alan Mulally is diving deeper into the tech sector, joining 3D printing company Carbon3D's board of directors.

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Jeep, Ram drive Fiat Chrysler to 4% gain

Jeep and Ram demand pushed Fiat Chrysler to a 4 percent gain in U.S. deliveries in May, marking the company's 62nd straight month of higher sales. Deliveries across the industry are forecast to fall 1.

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Mitsubishi joins move to Apple-Android connectivity

Mitsubishi is the latest carmaker joining the Apple-Android car connectivity push, with plans to introduce the systems this summer in the Pajero SUV for Europe before eventually bringing the technology to other markets and nameplates.

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Fiat Chrysler delays many future vehicle programs

Fiat Chrysler has in the past year delayed the redesign or release of at least a dozen current or new vehicles in North America including the Ram 1500 and the Jeep Wrangler, according to suppliers familiar with the company's plans.

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Ford shortens summer shutdowns to meet consumer demand

Ford today said it plans to shorten the summer shutdown period to just one week at 16 North American plants, including all six assembly plants that build highly profitable pickups and crossovers.

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