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May 2020

Mercedes E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet get new-generation steering wheel

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(May 25, 2020 With the new E-Class, Mercedes-Benz is introducing a newly developed steering wheel with capacitive hands-off detection. A two-zone sensor mat is located in the rim of the steering wheel, which detects whether the hands are grasping the wheel. As a result, the driver no longer needs to make an active steering movement to signal to the assistance systems that he or she is in control of the vehicle.

Mini expands value-oriented Mini Oxford Edition to all customers

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(May 24, 2020) WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — Mini USA has announced that it is now making its value-oriented Oxford Edition line-up available to all customers.  In addition, Mini USA has added the versatile 2020 Mini Countryman to the Mini Oxford Edition lineup, joining the 2-door and 4-door Mini Oxford Edition models in offering customers even more value, substance, style, safety and fun expected of a Mini.
 


Classic Recreations announces carbon-fiber '67 Shelby GT500CR Mustang

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(May 23, 2020) YUKON, Okla.  — Classic Recreations, the Oklahoma-based builder of officially-licensed Ford and Shelby American continuation cars and restorations has enlisted SpeedKore Performance Group, the Wisconsin-based carbon fiber manufacturer, to produce carbon fiber bodies for its Shelby GT500CR models. The first of its kind, the program is part of an initiative by Classic Recreations to build the next generation of modern high-performance vehicles with iconic classic American styling, followed by a Shelby-licensed all-carbon-fiber-bodied Cobra in the future.

2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid to start at $28,725

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(May 22, 2020) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — Hyundai has announced pricing for the 2020 Sonata Hybrid, starting at $28,725 for the extremely fuel efficient Sonata Hybrid Blue and $36,275 for the new range-topping Sonata Hybrid Limited. At $28,725 including destination charge, shoppers will discover the 2020 Sonata Hybrid Blue achieves a segment-leading EPA estimated 52-MPG combined fuel economy rating and a best-in-class EPA estimated 54-MPG highway fuel economy rating.

2021 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S is powerful brute, but in a refined package

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By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(May 22, 2020) MIAMI — So, you want a vehicle with lots of pop but need one with lots of room for hauling stuff? Well, how about getting one for both. The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S performs both functions in luxurious fashion, befitting the company that introduced the concept of the performance-oriented SUV when it brought forth the 342-horsepower 1999 Mercedes-Benz GL 55 AMG.

Ten movies co-starring Volkswagen classics

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(May 21, 2020) While many movie theaters remain closed, even as some states start to re-open this month, you can still get your film fix from home. Whether you want to watch something new or revisit an old favorite, these ten movies featuring classic Volkswagen models are perfect for any mood. The films are available for rent on most streaming services, so make some popcorn, dim the lights and see if you can spot these beloved cars.

Adrian Automobile Museum acquires Nicholas Begovich Collection for display

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(May 21, 2020) NEWPORT, R.I. — As part of its mission to “Preserve, Celebrate and Share Automotive History,” the Audrain Automobile Museum announced today that the Nicholas Begovich Collection has been acquired for future display with the Museum’s collection in Newport.

Comprising 14 post-war sports and grand touring cars, the collection represents the vision, fascination and lifetime passion of Nick Begovich, a brilliant and accomplished electrical engineer and physicist whose professional accomplishments and success allowed him to realize his love of engineering and design excellence in cars.

Jaguar Land Rover high performance division sees big growth

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(May 21, 2020) MAHWAH, N.J. — Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations retailed more than 9,500 high-performance and luxury SV products globally in fiscal year 2019/20, up 64 percent from fiscal year 2018/19. Extremely strong demand for all seven SV vehicles has driven this growth, including the long wheelbase Range Rover SVAutobiography, which offers airline-style Executive Class seating, and the driver-focused 550 hp Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic.

Every Volvo model now comes with limited top speed of 112 mph

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(May 21, 2020) Every new Volvo car now comes with a limited top speed of 112 mph, as Volvo Cars delivers on its promise made last year to introduce such a limitation and goes beyond regulation and legislation to help close the remaining gap to zero serious injuries and fatalities in traffic.

Apart from the speed cap, every Volvo car will now also come with a Care Key, which allows Volvo drivers to set additional limitations on the car’s top speed, for example before lending their car to other family members or to younger and inexperienced drivers.

Next-generation Acura TLX set for digital debut May 28

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(May 21, 2020) Acura will reveal the completely new second-generation Acura TLX sport sedan digitally on May 28. Delivering dramatic gains in style and performance, the new TLX will be the quickest, best-handling and most well-appointed sport sedan in Acura history, with the Type S being the model's performance pinnacle. The new TLX will make its public debut in a short film viewable at acura.com/2021-TLX at 10 a.m. PDT.