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Chrysler invests $300M for new transmission

Chrysler invests $300M for new transmission

Chrysler has announced the investment of $300 million for its Indiana-based plants to produce an all- new eight-speed transmission.

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Congressmen question GM's document destruction

Congressmen question GM's document destruction

Two Republican House oversight committee members have raised questions concerning GM's policy to destroy documents after 60 days, alleging foul intentions.

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Porsche says 'no' to MINI's challenge

Porsche says 'no' to MINI's challenge

MINI called out Porsche on the company's Facebook page, but Porsche has turned down MINI's proposed race around Road Atlanta.

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GM bans employees from using 'Chevy' [Video]

GM bans employees from using 'Chevy' [Video]

From the weird but true file, General Motors has banned all employees from using the term Chevy when referring to the company's Chevrolet division. [Video update]

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89,500 Miles In The World's Best Car [Op-Ed]

89,500 Miles In The World's Best Car [Op-Ed]

"You are the man who owns two Phaetons in America... and takes them to the racetracks," remarked the VW factory manager. He was correct on both counts.

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Review: Navteq Map Update 2011 for Garmin

Review: Navteq Map Update 2011 for Garmin

For those looking to keep their portable Garmin GPS units up-to-date with the latest maps, Navteq has released its Map Update 2011 data card.

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Leftlane to interview Saab chief: Questions needed!

Leftlane to interview Saab chief: Questions needed!

Now it's your turn to speak up: Leftlane will be interviewing Saab Cars North America chief Mike Colleran, but we need a little help!

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Germany rejects GM's request for Opel aid

Germany rejects GM's request for Opel aid

Despite a pledge from Spain's central government, Germany has rejected GM's request for Opel aid. GM was seeking $1.3 billion for Opel's turnaround.

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Audi A1:

Audi A1: "The next big thing", Episode 6

Audi has released its sixth and final episode of its A1 mini-series. The latest episode concludes with John Frank discovering his role in the series' crazy plot.

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MINI Coupe and Roadster models coming in 2011/2012

MINI Coupe and Roadster models coming in 2011/2012

Those wanting the ultimate in MINI performance will have to wait a bit longer -- the new Coupe and Roadster models won't hit showrooms until 2011.

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GM execs receive $24.5M in company shares

GM execs receive $24.5M in company shares

General Motors is still 61 percent owned by the federal government, but the Detroit automaker recently handed out $24.5 million in company shares to its top executives.

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BMW tallies 1 millionth X5 sale

BMW tallies 1 millionth X5 sale

BMW has reached a major milestone, selling its 1 millionth X5 Sports Activity Vehicle. The X5 reached the seven-digit sales mark in just 11 years of production.

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GM to return to the Super Bowl in 2011

GM to return to the Super Bowl in 2011

General Motors has sat on the sidelines of the Super Bowl for the last two year, but the Detroit automaker plans to rejoin the action in 2011.

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GM's OnStar partners with Google Maps

GM's OnStar partners with Google Maps

Following an earlier announcement involving the Chevrolet Volt, General Motors has announced a new partnership between OnStar and Google Maps.

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Ford adds

Ford adds "Send to Sync" for Google Maps

Following shortly after GM mentioned adding Google Maps functionality to its OnStar service, Ford has now added its own Google Maps functionality.

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GM recalling 1.5M vehicles over fire concerns

GM recalling 1.5M vehicles over fire concerns

General Motors has announced the recall of 1.5 million vehicles. The recall is the result of a faulty heated washer fluid system.

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VW building

VW building "industrial athletes" at Chattanooga plant

Volkswagen has yet to open its new Chattanooga, Tennessee plant, but the German automaker is preparing its new workforce with a specially designed fitness program.

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Review: 2010 Porsche Panamera S

Review: 2010 Porsche Panamera S

After eight months, Porsche's Panamera is still a wild sight; but do its unorthodox looks dent its driving experience? Leftlane checks it out.

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MINI planning seven-seat Countryman model

MINI planning seven-seat Countryman model

Despite its brand name, MINI is planning to go big, with the company reportedly designing a seven-passenger version of its Countryman SUV.

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BMW explains history of company logo [Video]

BMW explains history of company logo [Video]

Putting all myths to rest, BMW has released a video detailing the exact history of its blue and white roundel logo.

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