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Tesla has reportedly narrowed down the location of its next production facility in Mexico. Tesla’s drive toward ever-higher production numbers, combined with sky-high demand for its vehicles in North America, has brought the automaker to Mexico, where it plans to locate its new facility of vehicle production. However, until recently, it was unclear where Tesla’s new facility would be located in the country. Now, sources inside the deal have told the Mexican news site The Horizon Tesla has finally downsized the location of its production facility. It is still found in the state of Nuevo Leon in northeastern Mexico, The…

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North America dropped three rigs week-on-week, according to Baker Hughes’ latest rotating rig count, which was released on February 17. Canada was shown to drop two rigs and the United States dropped one rig, week after week, in the count, which highlighted that North America’s total rig count now stands at 1,008. The US accounts for 760 of that total, including 741 onshore rigs, 17 offshore rigs and two inland water rigs, according to Baker Hughes’ latest count. Of the total US rigs, 607 are classified as oil rigs, 151 as gas rigs, and two as miscellaneous rigs. Canada’s total…

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Renault is expected to introduce the updated version of the Clio this spring. Will it have a PHEV powertrain? for Sebastian Bell comments comments February 20, 2023 at 11:05 am Photos and video of the facelifted Renault Clio have been captured in Valencia, Spain, highlighting the compact car’s new front end and bold new light signature. Automakers are increasingly using lights, rather than grilles, to distinguish the front ends of their models and to indicate how technological and modern they are. Renault will be no exception to the trend as it looks like the updated Clio is getting a dramatic…

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AA Newton Posted 34 minutes ago: February 21, 2023 at 03:00 a.m Photo: Tong_stocker, Shutterstock The odd accident may be out of your control, but the vast majority of “stuck on the side of the freeway with no cell service” scenarios can be prevented with a simple, thorough home inspection. Here’s what to look for before you hit the road.Check belts and hoses for damageA serious belt or hose malfunction will leave your car reeling, and neither part is easy to replace. If you’re planning a long trip and your car hasn’t had a proper tune-up in a while, it’s…

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At least one person was killed in a crash that left at least one car partially wrapped around a utility pole in Northeast Philadelphia early Monday. At least two cars collided before 2 a.m. at Levick and Farnsworth streets in the Mayfair neighborhood, Philadelphia police crash investigators said. One person died at the scene and another was hospitalized in critical condition, police said. Four other people suffered minor injuries. The person who died was in the car that crashed into a utility pole and had to be extricated from the wreckage, a Philadelphia fire official said. Crash investigators said they…

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The global brand puts the spotlight on mechanics every March in thanks for keeping the world moving LEXINGTON, Ky., February 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The global products business of Valvoline, a global automotive leader powering the future of mobility through innovative fluid and lubricant products, today launched its fourth annual Mechanics Month, a campaign to celebrate the impact of mechanics around the world. The month-long initiative will highlight the contribution of mechanics in more than 60 countries around the world. The effort will celebrate the importance of mechanics as knowledgeable professionals who are critical to keeping engines running and people…

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OPEC+ is unlikely to go into peak production mode this year. That’s according to Matthew Bey, a senior global analyst at risk intelligence firm RANE, who told Rigzone that the group already has a production deal for the year and that the top non-Russian leaders of OPEC+ – Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait – all seem happy. supported by the market and oil prices with a contained oil production policy. “For these countries to change their tune, there would have to be an exogenous shock that would force them to respond,” Bey said. “If the West continues…

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Gran Turisme players! Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.29 arrives today February 20 at 22:00 PST* / February 21 at 6:00 GMT / 15:00 JST. Play the video PlayStation VR2 (PS5 only) for Gran Turismo 7 is coming With the 1.29 update at no extra cost, players will be able to experience all races and game modes (except “2P Split Screen” mode) for the first time with a whole new level of realism. PS VR2 players will also be able to access an exclusive ‘VR Showroom’ area from their ‘Garage’ or in-game car dealerships where they can admire all the stunning…

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GURUGRAM, India, February 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Thailand lubricants market is expanding as a result of increased manufacturing, infrastructure development and the development of the palm oil industry. Thailand’s lubricants market is a concentrated market with PTT Oil and Retail and The Shell Company of Thailand Limited holding a significant market share. All other players like Chevron, Idemitsu, BP-Castrol, Eneos, Siam-Pan Group and more are niche players that focus on a small segment of the market.Ken_Research_LogoPassenger vehicle lubricants have the second major share in the market as they have a lower viscosity than diesel engine oils as they require…

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Travelers experiencing long wait times for Orlando car rentals Updated: February 20, 2023 at 7:45 am EST Demand for rental cars is creating long lines at Orlando International Airport. Some people who booked months in advance say it takes hours to get their cars. Orlando airport officials say the backup is due to a combination of things. An OIA spokesman says the Daytona 500 has made for a busy weekend with big crowds and car companies have been getting late car returns from customers. As a result, some of the companies are forced to transport cars to Orlando from other…

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