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GM, Ford Drop Mid-Sized SUV, Minivan Models for Crossovers

Automotive News reports that GM will drop the Chevy TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy mid-sized SUVs, while Ford will discontinue the Mercury Monterey and Freestar minivans. Car-based crossovers will take their place.

Ford Planning Diesel, Hybrid Versions of Expedition

Such a vehicle could be ready for production around 2010, according to Automotive News.

Jersey Shutdown Hurts Limo Business

Stalemate over state budget closes casinos, frustrating limo operators facing wave of cancellations.

Introducing the Volvo Multi-Fuel

Report: More Than 14 Percent of Drivers Are Uninsured

In 2004, the five states with the highest uninsured driver estimates were Mississippi (26 percent), Alabama (25 percent), California (25 percent), New Mexico (24 percent), and Arizona (22 percent).

Study Finds Drivers On Cell Phones as Dangerous as Drunks

Hands-free phones just as bad as handheld phones, and more high-tech devices could mean more accidents.

ASE/NAFA Alliance Advances Automotive Certification and Professionalism

Startup Has Formula for Faster Commutes

Software can predict traffic jams days in advance.

Interface Partners With Subaru of America to Advance Sustainable Transportation Initiatives

Manheim Acquires Indianapolis Auction Location from ABC