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Maggie Shader

Pricing released for updated 2011 Dodge cars and SUVs
November 3, 2010 2:00 PM

Chrysler has freshened much of its product line, with new powertrains, retuned suspensions, and updated interiors in many models. The Dodge brand has just released pricing, with its revised models expected to be on dealer lots in December. Notably,...

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Mitsubishi and Ford recall SUVs, affecting more than 19,000 vehicles combined
November 3, 2010 11:50 AM

This round of recalls includes the 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor, plus the 2011 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX.  Mitsubishi recalled 19,410 Endeavors with manual air conditioning because incorrect software may randomly change air flow directions and temperature coming from the...

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Suzuki recalls 70,000 SX4 hatchbacks and sedans due to faulty mirrors
November 1, 2010 12:18 PM

Suzuki Motor Corp. has recalled almost 70,000 vehicles, because the exterior side mirrors can become loose and fall off, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Model years affected include the 2007 SX4 hatchback and 2008-2010 SX4...

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Honda Civic GX natural-gas sedan goes on sale in Oklahoma
May 4, 2010 7:30 AM

The Honda Civic GX NGV, the only natural-gas-powered car sold by a major automaker, is now available to retail buyers in Oklahoma. This is the fourth retail market for this CNG Civic, following its introduction in California, New York,...

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Driven to distraction: The Top 10 most dangerous drivers by profession
February 19, 2010 3:07 PM

You’ve heard it before: Distractions, whether electronic or otherwise, are dangerous when driving. Now a new study reveals the 10 most dangerous professions for drivers, and many are clearly multitaskers. A recent Insurance.com study found that professionals who need...

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Crushing results of IIHS small pickup truck roof strength test
February 11, 2010 11:32 AM

Most small pickup trucks showed weakness in the latest roof-crush tests performed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), with performance trailing small cars and SUVs previously evaluated. The stringent new roof-crush test from the IIHS measures how...

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Survey: SUVs are top choice as consumers consider their next vehicle purchase
November 19, 2009 10:53 AM

Over half of surveyed Consumer Reports online subscribers plan to buy or have recently purchased a new vehicle, and SUVs are the number-one pick for those still considering which vehicle type to buy, according to a recent survey. The popularity...

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2010 Subaru Legacy performs better in IIHS bumper test
November 16, 2009 4:21 PM

Bumper durability has improved significantly with the redesigned 2010 Subaru Legacy, leading to lower repair costs, based on recent tests by the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety (IIHS). Shown to the right, the latest Legacy earned an Acceptable rating...

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