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Automotive Headlines » GM Reassures Vehicle Owners of Their Ability to Honor Warranties During Restructuring Period - VIDEO STORY
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Automotive Headlines » General Motors Statement Regarding Discontinuation of Pontiac Vibe Production at NUMMI Facility
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Automotive Headlines » Subaru of America, Inc. Announces EPA figures for 2010 Legacy
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Automotive Headlines » Howard Hughes Lincoln Sells for $1 Million at Tulsa Auction
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Automotive Headlines » Recession Fuels Auto Insurance Direct Marketing
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Automotive Headlines » Volkswagen Group of America Officially Opens New State-of-the-Art Parts Distribution Center
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Automotive Headlines » Extremely rare 1936 Delahaye 135 Competition Disappearing Top Convertible consigned for The Auburn Auction
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Automotive Headlines » Azure Dynamics Announces Additional Order of 50 Vehicles from Purolator
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Automotive Headlines » New Study Confirms That Today’s Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines Are 90% Cleaner Than Required by EPA’s 2007 Emissions Standards
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Automotive Headlines » GM Comment Re: UAW Retiree Medical Benefits Trust Selection of Stephen J. Girsky to the Board of Directors of New GM
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Automotive Headlines » NADA Applauds Congressional Passage of Cash-for-Clunkers Bill
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Automotive Headlines » Mazda's CEO Applauds 'Cash For Clunkers' Bill Passage
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Automotive News Feed » Buick unveils a new tagline in LaCrosse ads
Buicks' new tagline, "take a look at me now," is being unveiled in ads as General Motors launches the 2010 Buick LaCrosse. GM is airing the 30-second Buick spot nationally to "tease" the new LaCrosse sedan. [Link]
Automotive Headlines » Capitol Hill Passes "Cash for Clunkers" Bill
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Automotive News Feed » Chrysler to cancel Cummins diesel deal for Ram
Chrysler will cancel its contract with Cummins Inc. for the light-duty diesel engine planned for the Dodge Ram 1500 pickup. Chrysler disclosed the termination as part of a group of supplier rejections filed Wednesday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Steve Girsky named to GM board as representative of UAW trust
Steve Girsky has been named to the board of bankrupt General Motors as the sole representative of a UAW-administered retiree health care trust. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Vibe production coming to an end
General Motors will stop making the Pontiac Vibe for the U.S. market at the end of August, the automaker announced today. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » GM says dealership restructuring is complete
General Motors says that its dealership restructuring process is complete, and that 30 retailers have refused to sign agreements to either shut down or continue with the entity that emerges from bankruptcy. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Delphi Ch. 11 exit may be set in July hearing
A court hearing that could clear the way for auto parts maker Delphi Corp. to emerge from almost four years of bankruptcy has been set for July 23. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Canadian suppliers projected to lose 36,000 jobs
The Canadian auto parts sector will shed 36,000 jobs in this year as companies respond to the sharp decline in vehicle production, the Conference Board of Canada said in its twice yearly outlook for the industry. [Link]
Automotive Headlines » 2009 Nissan cube SL Review
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Automotive Headlines » Consumer Reports Supports 'Right to Repair Act,' as Vehicle Repairs
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Automotive News Feed » GM cleared to cancel jet leases after brouhaha
General Motors today received approval from U.S. Bankruptcy Court to reject aircraft leases on seven Gulfstream corporate jets. [Link]
Automotive Headlines » SmogTips.com Launches New User Friendly Website, Offers Free Advocacy, Advice and Discounts
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msnbc.com: Autos » GM CEO: Early exit from bankruptcy possible
GM CEO Fritz Henderson said Wednesday the company is moving swiftly on restructuring under bankruptcy protection and the watchful eye of the president’s auto task force. [Link]
Automotive Headlines » Hyundai Gets Largest Share in UK Car Scrappage Plan (Cash for Clunkers)
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Automotive News Feed » Lambo ready to fire Russian partner over poor sales
Lamborghini has given notice to Mercury, Russia's biggest luxury group, that it will end their partnership because it is not satisfied with its services and sales performance, the Italian sports car maker said. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Porsche CEO Wiedeking scolds directors for discussing debt
Porsche Automobil Holding SE chided two prominent board members for commenting about the debt-laden German automotive group's financial condition while it seeks a 1.75 billion euro ($2.44 billion) state loan. [Link]
Automotive Headlines » StatoilHydro and Statkraft Developing Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm - VIDEO FEATURE
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Automotive Headlines » Penfolds to Showcase Latest Range of Australian Wines at Vinexpo in Bordeaux - VIDEO ENHANCED
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Automotive Headlines » Cars.com Dad Makes Father's Day Car Suggestions for Practical and Performance-Inclined Dads
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Automotive Headlines » Mercedes-Benz CLS Grand Edition takes Style and Performance to a new level
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Automotive Headlines » Volvo XC60 Demonstrates Its Award-Winning Towcar Talents
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Automotive Headlines » Zero Motorcycles Announces European Expansion With New Headquarters in Amsterdam
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Automotive Headlines » Jaguar XF Voted Most Desirable Towing Vehicle
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Automotive Headlines » Changan to launch Zhixiang hybrid in late '09
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Automotive Headlines » New Research Findings Show New Diesel Truck and Bus Engines Dramatically Cleaner Than Expected
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Automotive Headlines » Kia Borrego Awarded Edmunds.com Consumers' Top Rated Vehicle Award
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Automotive Headlines » Automakers' Pain Can Be Consumers' Gain
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Automotive Headlines » Honda increases production and sales network in China
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Automotive Headlines » Extensive Emissions Tests of Newest Diesel Truck and Bus Engines Finds Dramatically Lower Emissions of Key Pollutants
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Automotive Headlines » AutoTrader.com Adds Three New Featured Listings to New Model Showcase Page
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Automotive Headlines » Scrappage Programs Boost Passenger Vehicle Registrations in Western Europe
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Automotive Headlines » Averna's Proligent(TM) 5.0 responds to important needs of manufacturing and test with three new products
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Automotive Headlines » TSYS Provides Toyota Finance with Prepaid Payments
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Automotive Headlines » Hard Work Deserves Big Rewards - NADAguides.com Picks the Best Cars for Dads and Grads
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Automotive Headlines » Ford Heightens Support of the 2009 SEMA Show
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Automotive Headlines » Autoliv Evaluates Autonomous Braking System - Could Eliminate 40% of Pedestrian Fatalities
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Automotive Headlines » Frost & Sullivan Presents European Automotive Safety Systems Product Innovation of the Year Award to NAVTEQ
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Automotive Headlines » Japanese Manufacturers Grab Top Spots in ALG’s Spring 2009 Perceived Quality Study
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Automotive Headlines » MicroBilt Launches Support Program for Newly Independent Auto Dealer
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Automotive Headlines » Research and Markets: Car Aftermarket in Romania - Country Overview 2009 Provides Market Sizes and Forecasts, over the Period 2008 to 2012
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Automotive Headlines » Frost & Sullivan: Safety Modules Switching Gears from Passive to Active, Pushing the Market for DAS and Safety Sensors in Europe
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Automotive Headlines » Frost & Sullivan Looks at how Emission Targets are Forcing Vehicle Manufacturers to "Lose Weight"
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Automotive Headlines » ALK Selects Tele Atlas Maps to Power Location-Based Services and Navigation Solutions
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Automotive Headlines » Seat Starts Construction on Audi Q3 Workshop to Produce it in 2011
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Automotive Headlines » Renault Progress On Quality Results In Lower Prices On Servicing Contracts and Warranty Extensions
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Automotive Headlines » The New Opel Astra: Sporty with a Touch of Elegance
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Automotive Headlines » Opel Zafira - Summer Road Travel Made Easy
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Automotive News Feed » Fiat's Sicily factory to end car production in 2011
Fiat Group Automobiles announced Thursday that it would stop car production in its Termini Imerese plant, near Palermo, Sicily, in 2011. [Link]
Automotive Headlines » BMW Group Supports Munich's Bid to Host the 2018 Olympic Winter Games
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Automotive News Feed » Saab's Norwegian white knight wants to revive automaker's 'soul'
Baard Eker, the Norwegian designer behind the unlikely bid for General Motors' Saab unit, wants to rejuvenate the "soul and spirit" of the money-losing Swedish carmaker and lead a creative revival in the auto industry. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Koenigsegg says Saab cash goal is reasonable
Christian von Koenigsegg, founder of the sports car maker that plans to buy Saab Automobile, said on Wednesday that Saab's cash flow goals were "fairly reasonable" but hinged on economic conditions. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Qatar nears decision on Porsche stake, PM says
Qatar expects to reveal the outcome of talks on buying a stake in ailing German sportscar maker Porsche SE in two to three weeks, the country's prime minister said, according to media reports. "We are still discussing the stake. [Link]
msnbc.com: Autos » With Mazda3, graduation to the big leagues
With the Mazda3, this carmaker is marking an achievement: promotion out of the morass of mass-market brands and into the realm of aspirational brands. MotorHead, by Dan Carney. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Renault, Great Wall may team up in Venezuela
Renault is studying plans to carry out final assembly of cars based on its low-cost Logan platform in Venezuela beginning in 2010, through a planned partnership with Chinese automaker Great Wall. [Link]
Automotive Headlines » Toyota Land Cruiser V8 Wins Security Award For Second Year
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Automotive Headlines » Peugeot's Engines Receive Award Accolade
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Automotive Headlines » Mazda's New Aqua-tech Paint System Leads in Reducing Environmental Impact
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Automotive Headlines » Mercedes-Benz and AMG Triumph at the International Engine of the Year Awards 2009
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Automotive Headlines » Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles Voted Number One in Readers' Poll
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Automotive Headlines » X6 Proves a Niche Hit for BMW
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msnbc.com: Autos » Automakers' pain can be consumers' gain
With historically weak sales and Detroit in trouble, analysts say car buyers are getting some of the best discounts on record. [Link]
Automotive News Feed » Solvay unit plans China, India fuel systems plants
Belgian drugs, chemicals and plastics maker Solvay said on Thursday its automotive fuel systems affiliate Inergy would be building new factories in China and India. [Link]
Automotive Headlines » Fiat 500 Show Car Birthday Gift For Barbie Doll - VIDEO ENHANCED
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Automotive Headlines » Ford Benefits From Trouble of Others
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Automotive Headlines » Senator Seeks to Strip Cash For Clunkers From War Bill
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Automotive Headlines » Mitsubishi Motors Plans Cheaper Electric Cars
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- Toyota's hot answer to Honda's CR-Z September 8, 2010Could this be Toyota's riposte to Honda's CR-Z sporty hybrid? Since debuting at January's Tokyo Auto Salon, an open-cockpit sports hybrid concept based on Toyota's MR2 has tantalized buffs yearning for something brawnier in...
- Mitsubishi's chief U.S. supply executive retires, won't be replaced September 8, 2010Mitsubishi Motors Corp.'s top supply chain executive in the United States has retired, and the automaker has no plans to hire a replacement.
- Chrysler expands lease offers under new pact with U.S. Bank September 8, 2010Chrysler Group has taken another step toward reviving its leasing business by signing an agreement to offer leasing through US Bank. The automaker announced the arrangement in an e-mail to dealers today.
- Chevrolet Cruze output begins with expectations high September 8, 2010Ordinarily, it would be a massive undertaking for any automaker. A new model on an all-new platform. A new body shop and new stamping operations. A workforce of 4,500, including 600 temporary employees. Numerous new assembly processes and parts.
- Chevy Cruze rolls off assembly line in red, white and blue September 8, 2010General Motors Co. today celebrated the domestic production launch of its much-anticipated 2011 Chevrolet Cruze in Lordstown, Ohio. GM, which is 61 percent owned by the U.S.
- Volvo's safety reputation should be preserved by its new owners September 8, 2010Volvo needs to protect its reputation. If it stumbles under Chinese ownership, it may be impossible to regain those loyal buyers. If I were a Volvo dealer, I would be concerned.
- The auto rescue, f-bombs, and vanishing billions spice Rattner's inside tale September 8, 2010While there have been other books about the Obama administration, this is the first from the inside and it is full of glimpses behind the curtain that we usually have to wait four years to see.
- Aisin appoints new president of North America operations September 8, 2010Toyota-affiliated supplier Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd. has appointed Masayasu 'Mike' Saito as president of its North American operations, company spokesman Joe Rohatynski said today. Saito's responsibilities include Aisin World Corp.
- Navistar profits top analyst expectations, but outlook lowered September 8, 2010Truck and engine maker Navistar International Corp. posted higher-than-expected quarterly profits on strong sales of armored fighting vehicles to the U.S. military, but overall sales fell short of forecasts.
- Chrysler to expand lease offers under new pact with U.S. Bank September 8, 2010Chrysler Group has taken another step toward reviving its leasing business by signing an agreement to offer leasing through U.S. Bank. The automaker announced the arrangement in an e-mail to dealers today.