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When Cars Meet Politics, the Clock Is Running - New York Times

New York Times

When Cars Meet Politics, the Clock Is Running New York Times “Good morning to you all,” Chrysler's chief executive, Sergio Marchionne, began as he made a surprise appearance last Sunday morning before 700 Chrysler dealers at the annual meeting of the National Automobile Dealers Association. and more »

First Drive: 2012 BMW 335i - Automobile Magazine

First Drive: 2012 BMW 335i Automobile Magazine (E90s used some aluminum in back.) The designs are similar, however, and the changes to the 3-series seem to be all based around fuel economy, not changing the car's fundamental engineering layout. On the fuel economy front, the 335i has improved from ... and more »

In Latin America, Chinese cars are gaining buyers - Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

In Latin America, Chinese cars are gaining buyers Los Angeles Times (Antonio Scorza / AFP/Getty Images / September 16, 2011) By Adriana Leon and Chris Kraul, Los Angeles Times At first, Lima taxi driver Mario Segura was disgusted by the thought of buying a Chinese-made car. He had doubts about the vehicles' durability, ... and more »

Columbus' evolution, decade by colorful decade - Columbus Dispatch

Columbus Dispatch

Columbus' evolution, decade by colorful decade Columbus Dispatch Campbell T. Chittenden drove the first automobile in Columbus — a Cleveland-built Winton — in September 1899. Perry Okey followed the next month with his home-built car. Columbus Buggy, whose 1200 people made 100 buggies a day in the 1900s, ... and more »

A small car renaissance - nwitimes.com

A small car renaissance nwitimes.com American automakers have made great strides to win back American consumer confidence with an overwhelming array of new products that are the best–built and most creative since the company founders first fixed their nameplate to a fender. and more »