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Auto Colors Going Blue in ’21 Model Year

BASF unveils its top color predictions for the ’21 model year vehicles during its annual Automotive Color Trends Show. This year’s overall theme is Translucid, which represents future developments of upcoming automotive trends.

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Front-End-Systems Supplier HBPO Expands in Mexico

The company plans to add just-in-sequence production facilities next year to support Nissan and Chrysler assembly plants in Aguascalientes and Saltillo, Mexico, respectively.

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Ex-Malaysian Prime Minister Angered by Proton Deal

Former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, 90, alleges the government of Prime Minister Najib Razak’s support for the decision to sell Proton, a company he founded while in the top job, is an act of vengeance against him.

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Used-Vehicle Show a Hit Among Spanish Consumers

The Used Vehicle Show has become one of Spain’s premier automotive events, as used cars are the first option for 80% of buyers, up from 70% two years ago, according to a survey by GANVAM, the main association of Spanish auto dealers, vendors and repairers.

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Electric London Taxi Stays Cool in Arizona Heat

On sale in fourth-quarter 2017, London Taxi Co.’s TX5 electric taxi will be the most comprehensively tested product in the company’s history.

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Hyundai Mobis Opens 14-Test-Track Proving Ground

The Seosan Proving Ground is designed to improve the performance and quality of all auto components produced by Hyundai Mobis in cooperation with its five existing R&D centers.

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Skoda Superb Rated Superb by U.K. New-Car Owners

Driver Power, which bills itself as Britain’s biggest motorist survey, says it found the Skoda Superb is the car that makes its owners happiest, with a 93.4% satisfaction score. The Volkswagen subsidiary’s Yeti takes second place with 93.3%.

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