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GM to Invest $258 Million in Second Data Center

The new $100 million Milford, MI, operation will open in July 2014 and house an estimated $158 million in IT equipment.

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May 23, 2013

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Safeguards on Chevy Cruze Diesel Fueling Good for Now, GM Says

American consumers have not used the technology in decades and an entirely new generation of buyers has entered the market since previous-generation diesels exited....More
May 23, 2013

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Supplier Roundup

A roundup of this week’s news involving automotive suppliers....More
May 23, 2013

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Chrysler Gambles on Fun Fiat 500e

Banking on the growing popularity of the 500 subcompact, engineers in Auburn Hills combine electric power with signature Italian performance....More
May 23, 2013

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Online Review Sites, Social Media Influencing Car Buyers, Study Shows

As popular as review websites are, especially compared with dealer sites, car buyers most trust information gathered through social media when deciding what dealer to use for their next vehicle purchase....More
May 23, 2013

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GM Prices Chevy Spark EV at $27,495 1

The ’14 electrified Spark is eligible for federal tax credits reducing its base price tag to as low as $19,995....More
May 22, 2013

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Innovative Interior Materials Can Cut Vehicle Weight, Experts Say

Newly developed “smart” textiles that can automatically heat and cool themselves could replace the thermo-conductive layers currently used by auto makers....More
May 22, 2013

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For Jeep Designers, Thinking Out of Box Sometimes Means Getting Out of Town

Road trips to China, Morocco can be inspirational, interior chief Robert Walker says....More
May 22, 2013

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Inspiration Key to Crafting Vehicle Interiors, Top Ford Designer Says

Amko Leenarts, Ford’s global interior-design chief, says the influx of technology into today’s vehicles creates challenges such as finding space for the different components....More
May 22, 2013

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Reporter Notebook: Crouching by Design

WardsAuto writers pass along the buzz at this week’s WardsAuto Interior Conference being held in Dearborn, MI....More
May 22, 2013

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Interior Lighting Takes Lead Role

Experts agree lighting must be integrated into the design process earlier, so it complements the styling pillars of a particular vehicle program....More

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