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Study Shows Hybrids Significantly Safer, Unless You're on Foot

In the wake of news this week about an increased corporate average fuel economy, or CAFE, comes a study from the Highway Loss Data Institute that claims hybrid vehicles are significantly safer than their gasoline counterparts, unless you're a pedestrian.
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By: Keith Griffin

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Nissan recalls 2011 and 2012 370Z, Infiniti G37 over pinching risks

You read that title correctly – the NHTSA has announced a recall of 2011 and 2012 model year Nissan 370Z coupes and convertibles along with 2011 and 2012 Infiniti G37 coupes over a concern that the power windows may not be calibrated properly and should a body part be in the window when it is attempting to go up, it could cause a “pinch injury”.
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By: Patrick Rall

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VW Beetle R concept debuts in North America at LA Auto Show

Today at the LA Auto Show the sporty VW Beetle R concept made it's North American debut. The VW Beetle R is still just a concept, but we can already tell it will offer striking looks and performance for this well-known and well loved car icon.
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By: Adam Yamada-Hanff

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Details Show 2013 Infiniti JX Big in Lots of Ways Except One Important Area

Infiniti has gone against conventional wisdom by introducing the big 2013 Infiniti JX at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Except it appears to be lacking in engine size.
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By: Keith Griffin

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CODA Automotive touts 150 mile EV range at 2011 LA Auto Show

Watch out, Detroit. You may not have heard of CODA Automotive, but the company’s presence at the 2011 LA Auto Show proves that electric vehicles can indeed fit five people comfortably in a sedan category and still provide a 150 mile range.
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By: Frank Sherosky

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Ford debuts high performance Fiesta ST concept at LA Auto Show

Ford debut the five-door Fiesta ST Concept at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The Fiesta ST will feature bold styling, advanced technology, great handling, and high-level performance for a small car.
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By: Adam Yamada-Hanff

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Details Announced on 2012 Hyundai Azera at Los Angeles Auto Show

Just hours before its announcement at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai has released complete details on the 2012 Hyundai Azera. It is the last of Hyundai's products to receive a major makeover in the last 24 months.
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By: Keith Griffin

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LA Auto Show displays first MINI Cooper Hardtop B-Spec prototype for racing

The timing of the LA Auto Show and the announcement of MINI USA partnering with MINI of Charleston (South Carolina) is no mere coincidence. The MINI Cooper Hardtop will begin racing in the B-Spec series for the 2012 race season.
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By: Frank Sherosky

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The 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth arrives at the 2011 LA Auto Show with 160hp

Among the vehicles making their North American production debut at the 2011 LA Auto Show is the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth – a high performance, track ready version of the subcompact Italian coupe that reintroduced Americans to the Fiat brand earlier this year.
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By: Patrick Rall

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Cadillac Reveals Complete 2013 Cadillac XTS Details Except Price

GM has revealed detailed information about the 2013 Cadillac XTS in advance of today's official unveiling at the Los Angeles Auto Show. About the only detail missing is price but we've come up with a decent estimate of a starting MSRP.
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By: Keith Griffin

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