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IHS Markit: global auto sales to drop 22% this year

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In Europe, COVID-19 lockdowns remain firmly in place for Italy, Spain, France and the UK, though show signs of easing in Germany. We may see a first-in, first-out phenomenon in China, and auto demand could bottom out midway through 2020 and begin to recover in the second half of the year. In 2021, volume could recover to 23.2 million in 2019.

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Mercedes-Benz Vans shows pickup truck concepts; market launch in late 2017; diesel V6

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The double cab has emerged as the dominating body style because it offers room for up to five persons. In addition to these optional remote online services, standard services such as accident recovery, maintenance management and breakdown management will also be available.

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How EV Owners Can Navigate Through Coronavirus Period Safely

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Always read the owner’s manual first for specific battery maintenance information. Finally, remember that while your battery might (rightfully) get the most attention, you should still follow traditional car maintenance practices for everything else during this time. Maintaining the EV’s battery.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces its mid-size pickup truck: the X-Class leans on diesel

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Production for the markets in Europe, Australia and South Africa will start at the Nissan plant in Barcelona, Spain, in 2017. Further Mercedes me connect services include the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system and the standard services Breakdown Management, Accident Recovery and Maintenance Management as well as Remote Vehicle Diagnostics.

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