Autos
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Chrysler to repay $7.5 billion of bailoutsApr 28, 2011 12:00 am - DETROIT — Chrysler will take out bank loans and sell bonds to repay $7.5 billion in bailout money from the U.S. and Canadian governments, another sign that the company i...
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Hanover Park man's Chevy truck a 1954 classicApr 28, 2011 12:00 am - For 42 years, Don Zierdon commanded a great view of Chicago roads from his perch high above in his eighteen-wheeler. Crisscrossing the area hauling freight presented him...
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Classic Recollections: 1957 Oldsmobile Fiesta wagonApr 24, 2011 11:00 pm - When Oldsmobile ventured into the hauling market in 1957, executives were resolute on setting its autos apart from the already crowded field. They promised to give custo...
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GM unveiling sleek, more powerful new MalibuApr 24, 2011 6:30 am - SHANGHAI — General Motors has set out to refine the current Chevrolet Malibu midsize car with the 2013 version. The new car, GM’s first midsize sedan to be sold globally...
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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...