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10 great summer cars
Wind in your hair, sun in your face – the summer drive is as classic a pastime as barbecues and baseball. For dedicated sun-seekers, the right machine can make all the difference, and since most of us can’t afford the demi-convertible Maybach Landaulet limousine, here are 10 fun-loving new models sure to keep a summer smile on your face. Climb into one of these this season, and you’ll be happy to keep driving duties for yourself.
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In Pictures: Detroit Auto Show 2012
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Seven hot cars for Valentine’s Day
It’s Valentine’s Day, and those “sexiest cars” lists are rolling in. Silly? A little, but it’s too much fun not to play along. We looked at 2011 cars that were attainable (sorry, Dr. Porsche, Jaguar, Tesla), not overly obvious (Chevy Camaro, Ford Mustang, BMW 3-series), and sporting a noticeably new look. We like the Volvo C30, but it didn’t much improve a reliably pretty fleet. I haven’t driven all these vehicles, but over several years of test-driving I did race through several of these cars’ predecessors. You can still see the skid marks. Here, in random order, are my seven hot cars for Valentine’s Day 2011:
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2011 safest cars announced: Is your dream car a top pick?
A total of 66 cars were designated the 2011 safest cars, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced Wednesday. They include 40 cars, 25 SUVs, and one minivan, which “do the best job of protecting people in front, side, rollover, and rear crashes,” the institute says. Here are the 2011 safest cars, listed alphabetically by automaker. Did your dream car make the cut?
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 09/21
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In Gear
First lawsuit over gas mileage claims of 2013 Ford hybridsLawsuit says fuel economy claims for C-Max Hybrid and Fusion Hybrid are 'false and misleading.' Ford says cars can deliver 47 m.p.g. with right driving style.
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South Korea elects its first woman president, Park Geun-hye
Conservative candidate Park Geun-hye has made history by winning South Korea's presidential election, becoming the country's first female president-elect after defeating her liberal rival.
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South Koreans take to the polls
On Wednesday South Korea will elect a new president. Recent polls indicate conservative Park Geun-hye may beat out challenger Moon Jae-in. Chilly weather is likely to influence voter turnout.
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In Gear
EPA to review 2013 Ford Fusion, C-Max fuel economy claimsThe EPA will review complaints about the 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2013 Ford C-Max hybrid, Read writes, both of which are advertised as earning a combined fuel economy of 47 mpg.
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In Gear
Ford hybrids fail to meet gas mileage ratings, Consumer Reports saysFord's 2013 hybrids aren't living up to their EPA fuel efficiency ratings. According to Consumer Reports, The 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid and Ford C-Max 'have the largest discrepancy between our overall-mpg results and the estimates published by the EPA that we've seen among any current models.'
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Sandy's silver lining? Superstorm boosts US auto sales in Nov.
Toyota, Volkswagen and Chrysler were among the companies posting impressive increases for November, which is normally a lackluster month because of colder weather and holiday distractions.
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In Gear
MINI, Lexus get top marks in sales satisfactionThe results are in, and once again, Lexus and MINI have proven masters of the sales process and making customers happy, according to J.D. Power and Associates. Why are Lexus and MINI so successful on this front?
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Petraeus scandal: Jill Kelley goes on the attack
In an attempt to recover her reputation following her involvement in the Petraeus scandal, Jill Kelley (through her attorneys and publicist) released new information on Tuesday. Among the items released were a cease-and-desist letter to a New York businessman, a complaint to the Florida bar about a Tampa attorney and a letter to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
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In Gear
Hyundai, Kia owners seek $775 million over fuel economy fibsHyundai and Kia owners are suing the companies for $775 million after the EPA announced that 13 Hyundai and Kia models misstated their fuel-economy ratings, Read writes.
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Hyundai, Kia overstated mileage, EPA finds. What it means for consumers
Korean auto manufacturers Hyundai and Kia are being forced to reduce the fuel economy estimates on their cars. They will also compensate owners of at least 900,000 2011-13 model-year vehicles.
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Hurricane Sandy: Life without power
On Wednesday night 44 million in the Northeast still had no power. The scale of destruction brought by Hurricane Sandy has been beyond anything power companies have dealt with before.
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Global News Blog
Good reads: Growth we missed, Berlin's awkward fit, and where kids know bestThis week's long-form good reads may change your perspective on the effects of the Great Recession, the importance of geography, and how to measure the quality of a teacher.
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Toyota recall affects 7.4M cars. Power window could be fire hazard (+video)
Toyota recall includes 7.4 million cars worldwide for a faulty power window switch that could be a potential fire hazard. The Toyota recall is the single biggest auto recall since 1996.
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In Gear
Car sales are up, but so are pricesRichard Read has good news and bad news. The good news? Car sales numbers are soaring. The bad news? That means you won't be finding good deals on cars anytime soon.
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General Motors, Ford slip behind Japanese automakers
General Motors' June sales fell six percent, while Ford's dwindled by four percent. Honda and Toyota – both Japanese companies – saw sales skyrocket by 45 and 26 percent, respectively. What are American automakers doing wrong?
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In Gear
Nine things that affect your car's resale valueMileage and mechanical condition count, but resale value hinges on a whole lot more.
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Residents allowed at sites where their homes burned
Homeowners who were evacuated from Colorado Springs will be allowed to tour the neighborhoods where their homes burned.
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In Gear
Hyundai Accent gets $2,000 price increase for 2013Hyundai Accent also gets more standard equipment, such as satellite radio, CD player, and USB port. But price increase puts 2013 Hyundai Accent in thick of subcompacts vying for market share.
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10 great summer cars
Wind in your hair, sun in your face – the summer drive is as classic a pastime as barbecues and baseball. For dedicated sun-seekers, the right machine can make all the difference, and since most of us can’t afford the demi-convertible Maybach Landaulet limousine, here are 10 fun-loving new models sure to keep a summer smile on your face. Climb into one of these this season, and you’ll be happy to keep driving duties for yourself.
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In Gear
Dodge Dart: high-mileage Aero coming in a few monthsDodge Dart Aero will start at $16,000 and get at least 41 miles per gallon on the highway. But fuel ratings for Dodge Darts with automatic transmissions have not been revealed.
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Why is North Korea threatening to conduct a nuclear test? (+video)
First, to make up for the embarrassment of the failed missile; second, the regime's past nuclear tests didn't go very well.
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The Simple Dollar
Roth IRA: Use ShareBuilder or Vanguard?Roth IRA is easy to set up immediately in ShareBuilder, but patience and Vanguard mean fewer fees in the long run for your Roth IRA. See question No. 7 in the reader mailbag.
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What did Clint Eastwood say about Chrysler bailout?
Before Clint Eastwood did the Chrysler Super Bowl commercial, the libertarian actor criticized the Chrysler bailout.
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Super Bowl ad: Is Ferris Bueller 'sequel' the right vehicle for a Honda CR-V? (+video)
Before the ad wars kick off on Super Bowl Sunday, Honda is trying to score early with an extended online pitch for the CR-V, featuring Matthew Broderick in a Ferris Bueller sequel. Of sorts.
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Car of the year award: prestige. But more sales?
Car of the year is Hyundai Elantra, while Range Rover Evoque named truck of the year at Detroit auto show. But car of the year winner doesn't always see a boost in sales.
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