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GM shuts down Chevy Volt production for five weeks, temporarily lays off 1,300

Just one day after GM reported positive Volt sales in February, the automaker is ceasing production for 5 weeks due to overall poor sales.
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By: Anthony Faccenda

A123 Systems on roller coaster ride between Fisker, Tata and SAIC

Startup lithium battery manufacturer A123 Systems is in a rocky period, between troubles at Fisker Automotive, and new deals with Tata and SAIC, the largest automakers in India and China respectively.
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By: David Herron

Chrysler teases the 2013 Dodge Charger Sprint Cup car

The Dodge NASCAR effort took a big hit yesterday when Ford Motor Company announced a new contract with Penske Racing, but with the introduction of the shadowy teaser picture on the right – its evident that Dodge Motorsports isn’t giving up on the NASCAR Sprint Cup program as they will unveil the new 2013 Dodge Charger Sprint Cup car on March 11th.
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By: Patrick Rall

How the Toyota Production System is rebuilding lives in New Orleans

The Toyota Production System Support Center, a non-profit community support arm of the corporation, is using the same expertise in efficiency developed in their factories to aid in the reconstruction of homes savaged by Hurricane Katrina.
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By: Don Bain