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The Plug-In Hybrid Reality

New report says plug-in hybrid vehicles could help reduce oil consumption and emissions, but some claims are unrealistic at this time.

Mapping and Routing Expert Rand McNally Packs 150 Years of Experience into New Portable Navigation System

Chevrolet to Launch Fuel Cell Vehicle Fleet

GM will build more than 100 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell vehicles for the first meaningful market test of fuel cell vehicles.

Queens Decision Challenges Graves Amendment

A Queen's trial judge ruled on September 11 that the Graves Amendment, which effectively bars all states from forcing unlimited vicarious liability on rental and leasing companies, was an unconstitutional invasion of New York common law by the federal government.

Wheels Inc. Listed on InformationWeek 500 for Sixth Consecutive Year

2007 Chrysler 300 Features Adaptive Cruise Control

ACC system allows the use of cruise control above 25 mph for use in light to moderate traffic conditions.

Ford Freestyle Earns Top Crash Ratings

The Ford Freestyle crossover has earned the highest available crash test ratings from both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

PHH Arval Announces Partnership with Interactive Driving Systems

Companies working on new fleet program to proactively prevent collisions.

Honda Co-Develops Process to Make Ethanol from Cellulosic Biomass

Existing bio-ethanol production faces supply limits, as it is produced primarily from food sources. New process represents a big step toward using non-edible plant materials as fuel.

Small-Business Optimism Lowest Since March 2003

Index reports tight labor market, decreased spending plans and low sales expectations.