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US diesel car registrations increased by 24% from 2010-2012, hybrids up 33%

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New diesel car registrations increased by 24.3% in the US from 2010 through 2012, according to data compiled for the Diesel Technology Forum by R.L. Diesel car and SUV registrations increased from 640,779 in 2010 to 796,794 at the end of 2012—a 24.34 Polk and Company. percent increase.

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Upstream Security: cyber hacks could cost auto industry $24 billion within 5 years

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Cyber hacks might cost the auto industry roughly $24 billion within five years, according to a new study by Upstream Security , which specializes in cloud-based security protection. Issues range from safety critical vehicle systems, to data center hacks on back-end servers, to identity theft in car sharing, and even privacy issues.

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Toronto Police Recommend Letting Thieves Steal Your Car

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While car crime has been up generally in recent years, some North American cities have seen staggering increases in automotive theft. The Toronto City News reported that home invasions and break-and-enters related to auto theft rose 400 percent in 2023. They don't want anything else.”

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SEAT reduces waste by 34% since 2010, expects to achieve 60% reduction by 2025

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Since 2010, SEAT, a member of the Volkswagen Group, has improved its production-related environmental footprint by 34% on average with measures to emit less CO 2 and fewer volatile organic compounds, generate less waste and consume less water and energy. and 30.9%, respectively. and generated 34.2% less waste.

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CEO’s Take on 2024: Cost efficiency and tech skills make India a global force in auto parts sector, says Nirmal K. Minda, CMD, Uno Minda – ET Auto

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Minda, CMD, Uno Minda Edited excerpts: Q: After two consecutive years of swift growth in the auto component industry ‘s performance, what is your outlook for 2024? The past two years have seen a remarkable transformation in the Indian auto and auto component industry.

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Auto Loan Delinquencies Reach Record Levels

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Automotive News covered the release, noting that the recession-era high for both 2009 and 2010 was just 1.46 Combined with high interest rates and lower used-car inventories, this has led to a decrease in loan originations. No matter how you look at it, auto loans are becoming a massive headache for consumers. There were 15.3

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Honda Unveils New Small Concept at Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi

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Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. HSCI) unveiled the Honda New Small Concept, a concept model for a new small-sized vehicle, at the Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi. HSCI also announced plans to begin sales of a new model in 2011 based on this concept model. Honda New Small Concept. Click to enlarge.

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