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NHTSA closes investigation of Chevy Volt as having no defect trend

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released a statement today regarding the conclusion of its safety defect investigation into the post-crash fire risk of Chevy Volts.
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By: Frank Sherosky

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1934 Edsel Ford Model 40 Special Speedster at NAIAS

Legend has it that in the early 1930s, Edsel Ford was in Europe and saw some of the roadster designs being built by auto designers there and wanted one for himself. Being a Ford, of course, he couldn't just buy one. He had to have it made. So he returned home and commissioned Ford's chief designer at the time, E.T. Gregorie, to make him a speedster. In 1934, the one-off Model 40 Special Speedster was born.
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By: Aaron Turpen

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Toyota Prius V - half minivan, half station wagon, all hybrid

Toyota Prius V arrived in showrooms last October and has shown steady, though not spectacular sales since. The "station wagon Prius," as it's been called, has also been labeled a "Prius minivan" by some. In reality, it's not really either of those things, but it is a hybrid.
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By: Aaron Turpen

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SPX Corp. to auction custom Ford Mustang GT for St. Jude Childrens' Research Hospital

SPX Corporation (NYSE: SPW) today announced that the company will donate a customized 2012 Ford Mustang GT to be auctioned off at the 2012 Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction, with all proceeds going to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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By: Frank Sherosky

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Toyota concepts at NAIAS 2012 show synchronized design and technology

All automakers have advanced concept vehicles for us to eye, but the Toyota displays at NAIAS 2012 especially expressed a level of synchronization between propulsion and styling.
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By: Frank Sherosky

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The 2013 Lexus LX 570 emerges more refined than ever

Lexus full-size LX 570 SUV reemerges for 2013 sporting the new spindle grill, updated features inside and out, plus enhanced offroad capability at a base price of $80,930.
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By: Don Bain

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Mexican gangs using armored trucks to move contraband through desert

In scenes making the Road Warrior films seem prophetic, Mexican gangs are battling for control of desert back roads in the North Eastern border state of Tamaulipas, using armored trucks with inch thick steel plating.
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By: Don Bain

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Vets Who Served Overseas Seek Higher Fuel Standards

Some of the people who have made the greatest sacrifices for our country are pushing for higher CAFE standards so our fighting forces are no longer compelled to fight for our dependence on fossil fuel.
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By: Keith Griffin

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GM's CEO to testify before Rep. Issa's committee on Chevy Volt fire

The firestorm over the Chevy Volt battery pack fire is moving next week to a hearing before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, the hearing is to feature Dan Akerson, GM's CEO.
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By: David Herron

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