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Here are some of the latest auto news stories from around the world:

Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

• Tesla's Autopilot system is being investigated by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) after a series of accidents involving the technology. (Source: The Verge)
• Volkswagen has announced plans to launch a new electric vehicle brand, called ID. The brand will debut with the ID.3 hatchback in 2020. (Source: Autocar)
• Waymo, the autonomous driving subsidiary of Alphabet, has launched a self-driving taxi service in Phoenix, Arizona. (Source: The New York Times)

Industry News

• General Motors has announced plans to cut 14,000 jobs in North America as part of a restructuring effort. (Source: CNBC)
• Ford has announced plans to invest $500 million in a new electric vehicle battery plant in Michigan. (Source: Reuters)
• Toyota has announced plans to launch a new compact SUV, called the Yaris Cross, in 2020. (Source: Car and Driver)

Recalls and Safety Issues

• Ford has issued a recall for over 1.3 million vehicles in the US due to a problem with the Takata airbag inflators. (Source: USA Today)
• Honda has issued a recall for over 1.2 million vehicles in the US due to a problem with the Takata airbag inflators. (Source: CNN)
• The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a warning about the risk of fires in certain Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles. (Source: The Verge)

New Car Releases

• The new Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 has been unveiled, with a 760-horsepower engine and a top speed of 180 mph. (Source: Motor Trend)
• The new BMW M3 and M4 have been unveiled, with a range of engine options and a focus on performance. (Source: Car and Driver)
• The new Hyundai Sonata has been unveiled, with a range of engine options and a focus on comfort and technology. (Source: Autoblog)

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