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May
25th

2010 Mini John Cooper Works Clubman, an AW Drivers Log:

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EDITOR WES RAYNAL: The price makes me laugh out loud--$7,000 more than a Volkswagen GTI? I donand#8217;t think so, but this is a fun little scooter. Full story...
May
25th

GERMANY: No Opel funding decision today

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A steering committee of Germany's rescue funds for Opel was meeting today but not expected to reach a definitive decision on aid for the loss-making GM unit, according to Berlin's economy minister Rainer Bruederle. Full story...
May
25th

Germany won’t decide yet on Opel aid, economy minister says

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No definitive decision on German aid for Opel should be expected on Tuesday, Economy Minister Rainer Bruederle said, leaving open the fate of thousands of jobs at the General Motors unit. Full story...
May
24th

Nissan, others bet on a minivan comeback

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No one is uttering this prediction too loudly, but the poor old minivan may be priming for a comeback. Four eager competitors #8212; Chrysler Group, Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., American Honda Motor Co. Full story...
May
24th

GM China JV to raise capacity nearly 50% by 2012

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General Motor Co. and its Chinese partners are expanding their minivan and pickup truck venture, a move which would boost capacity by nearly 50 percent by the end of 2012, the venture said in a statement. Full story...
May
21st

First Drive: 2011 Mini Countryman

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First Drive: 2011 Mini Countryman
2011 Mini Countryman - Mini Compact SUV Review - Automobile Magazine
The Countryman is a big one for Mini - in size, certainly, but even more so in concept.

The Countryman is a big one for Mini - in size, certainly, but even more so in concept. As Dr. Wolfgang Armbrecht, Mini brand manager, explains: "For Mini it's a huge step - four doors, four-wheel drive, higher seating position. We weren't sure it was the right direction."


Photo Gallery: 2011 Mini Countryman - Mini Compact SUV Review - Automobile Magazine


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May
20th

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is revealed, and test-driving the Mini Countryman, in News Brake for Thursday, May 20:

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In News Brake: The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is revealed, Scott Dixon leads Indy 500 practice, and a test drive of the Mini Countryman . . . But Wait, There's More! Full story...
May
20th

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is revealed, and test driving the Mini Countryman, in News Brake for Thursday, May 20:

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In News Brake: The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is revealed, Scott Dixon leads Indy 500 practice, and a test drive of the Mini Countryman . . . But Wait, There's More! Full story...
May
19th

The 2011 Mini Cooper S Countryman, an AW Flash Drive:

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What is it? Full story...
May
19th

Review: 2010 Mini Cooper Camden

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Review: 2010 Mini Cooper Camden
2010 Mini Cooper Camden - Talking Car - Automobile Magazine
Mini builds a talking car, we turn it into KITT

When it comes to talking cars, talk always turns to KITT, the feisty Pontiac Trans Am from the 1980s TV show Knight Rider. So when a talking Mini Cooper showed up in our office, we immediately gave it the Knight Industries treatment, injecting a little attitude and William Daniels for the complete KITT transformation.


Photo Gallery: 2010 Mini Cooper Camden - Talking Car - Automobile Magazine


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May
19th

Mercedes E class faces U.S. probe for faulty air bags

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Daimler AG's Mercedes-Benz E-class cars are under investigation by U.S. regulators because air bags in the vehicles may not deploy properly in crashes, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. Full story...
May
18th

Mercedes E-class investigated by U.S. for faulty air bags

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Daimler AG's Mercedes-Benz E-class cars are under investigation by U.S. regulators because air bags in the vehicles may not deploy properly in crashes, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. Full story...
May
18th

Old GM sites would receive funding for clean up

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The Obama administration today proposed a trust fund of more than $800 million to pay for the cleanup of closed General Motors sites in 14 states. Full story...
May
18th

NHTSA investigates fuel-tank problem with 2004 Chevrolet Corvettes:

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into a potentially leaky fuel-tank problem with the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. Full story...
May
18th

Ford to build hybrid minivans in Spain

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Ford Motor Co. will build the company's first hybrid models for European customers in Spain. Full story...
May
18th

U.S. studies complaints of fractured Ford Windstar axles

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U.S. regulators have opened a formal investigation of 900,000 Ford Windstar minivans following 234 complaints of rear axles fracturing in 1999-2003 models, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. Full story...
May
18th

Fun Expanded: MINI Countryman

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The MINI Countryman takes the hallmark driving fun of the brand into a new dimension. This is the first MINI to come with four doors and a large tailgate as well as a versatile interior offering space for up to five people. Full story...
May
17th

U.S. studies complaints of fractured Ford Windstar axles

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U.S. regulators have opened a formal investigation of 900,000 Ford Windstar minivans following 234 complaints of rear axles fracturing in 1999-2003 models, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. Full story...
May
17th

Corvettes investigated for flaw tied to fuel leaks

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General Motors Co. Corvette sports cars for the 2004 model year are being investigated by U.S. regulators for possible fuel-tank leaks, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. Full story...
May
16th

New Canadian strict regulations in testing standards for child car seats

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Canada's Transport Minister John Baird today announced new regulations that make Canada's testing standards for child car seats unprecedented and world-leading. The regulations are part of the Government of Canada's commitment to ensure Canadian product safety standards are second to none. Full story...
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