Autos
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Auto Shop: 5 Tips for dealing with a car recallApr 24, 2011 6:30 am - DETROIT — Most cars and trucks get recalled at some point in their lives. So don’t be surprised if a letter arrives telling you to bring in your vehicle for repairs. Rec...
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Ford introduces new, more efficient TaurusApr 24, 2011 6:30 am - NEW YORK — Ford Motor Co. is revamping its Ford Taurus sedan with three new, fuel-efficient engine choices and a hands-free system that automatically parks the car. The ...
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Nissan will take new US orders for electric LeafApr 24, 2011 6:30 am - NEW YORK — Nissan Motor Co. will resume taking U.S. reservations for its Leaf electric car on May 1, Nissan Americas Chairman Carlos Tavares said. Tavares said Leaf prod...
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Volkswagen tries for more masculine lookApr 23, 2011 6:00 am - BERLIN — Volkswagen unveiled a sportier design for the iconic Beetle Monday to woo American men and broaden the appeal of the “Love Bug” as VW aims to triple U.S. sales....
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Chicago unveils green taxi cab programApr 21, 2011 11:00 pm - The city of Chicago has launched a program that officials say will help the taxi industry buy hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. Mayor Richard Daley announced the pro...
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Quinn plugs electric carsApr 19, 2011 12:00 am - Saving the planet and gas money is prompting the state to move toward electric vehicles. The government is encouraging electric vehicle manufacturers to bid for state co...
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Daisy now a gorgeous, golden drop topApr 16, 2011 11:00 pm - Selecting a project car to restore is not an easy task. Between questionable maintenance, shoddy body repairs and dubious fit and finish, finding that diamond in the rou...
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Car club calendarApr 08, 2011 1:00 pm - Car shows April 17: The 28th annual NIR-WPC Car Show and Swap Meet, sponsored by the Northern Illinois Region of the Walter P. Chrysler club, will be Sunday, Apri...
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Toyota to resume Japan car output at half capacityApr 07, 2011 11:00 pm - TOKYO — Toyota Motor Corp. said Friday it will resume car production at all its plants in Japan at half capacity from April 18 to 27 after the March earthquake and tsun...
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Obama cancels visit Indiana hybrid vehicle factoryApr 07, 2011 11:00 pm - INDIANAPOLIS — President Barack Obama has canceled his trip to Indiana. The White House announced Thursday night that Obama had postponed a scheduled trip to Indianapol...