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Saab Automobile AB files for voluntary reorganization, Saab Automobile Parts AB And Overseas Subsidiaries Excluded

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Swedish Automobile N.V. Swan) announced that Saab Automobile AB and its subsidiaries Saab Automobile Powertrain AB and Saab Automobile Tools AB (collectively Saab Automobile) filed for voluntary reorganization today with the District Court in Vänersborg, Sweden.

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Engine products group files legal challenge to EPAs partial waiver for E15

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The newly formed Engine Products Group (EPG)—comprising the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Alliance), The Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, Inc. Earlier post.). A partial waiver, by its nature, necessarily will result in the misfueling of products not designed or tested for E-15 use.

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Terrafugia obtains FAA Special Light-Sport Airworthiness Certificate for roadable aircraft; “flying car”

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As a unique integration of a two-seat aircraft and an automobile, the Transition is designed to meet safety standards from both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Terrafugia, Inc.

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Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers comments on proposed MY2017-2025 LDV CAFE/GHG regulations

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Failure to undertake and complete these mandatory safety studies may render any final rule legally vulnerable, the Alliance suggested. Additional analysis and discussion should take place on the potential effects of significant mass reductions on vehicle safety performance.

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Why New Production Sources of Tungsten Are Critical for Increased Global Supply

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As manufacturers set to ramp product back up to produce everything from automobiles, airplanes and construction tools, they will begin to return to normal production cycles. The challenge with China being the dominant force for a majority of raw materials is regarding their legal system. Should the U.S.

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This DIY kit lets you build your own street-legal tiniest car in the world

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The Peel P50, produced in the early 1960s, was the smallest production automobile in the world. more… The post This DIY kit lets you build your own street-legal tiniest car in the world appeared first on Electrek. And now a new kit allows handy folks to build their own replica, although this time, it’s electric!

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FCA US reaches settlements on diesel emissions at estimated cost of $800M

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ wholly owned subsidiary FCA US LLC has agreed with with the U.S. The settlement resolves allegations that Fiat Chrysler installed software in certain diesel vehicles that would cause NO x emissions from vehicles to be within legal limits during emission testing, but to exceed legal limits during ordinary operation.

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