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10 States Sue for Tougher SUV Mileage Regulations

Suit also alleges that environmental benefits of fuel economy regulations and the impact of gasoline consumption on global warming were ignored.

Sheriff Wins Battle Against County Over Vehicle Maintenance Procedures

Several employees say that the county's system significantly increased their workload.

Merchants Leasing Awards Garmin Street Pilot GPS

California State Workers Using More Rental Cars

Employees say state mileage reimbursement rate is too low.

Finally, Some Good News on the Environment

According to the 2006 Index of Leading Environmental Indicators, tailpipe emissions from carbon monoxide have been reduced by 96 percent since the 1950s. Air quality in Los Angeles and D.C. has improved dramatically too.

Use of Devices to Deter Drunk Driving Gaining Support

New York state legislators are considering requiring ignition interlock devices on all cars and trucks by 2009.

Jersey Plans to Cut 614 State Vehicles from Fleet

Cut is part of New Jersey's $2.5 billion cost-cutting measures.

DaimlerChrysler Plans to Sell 500,000 Flex-Fuel Vehicles by 2008

Plan will also expand DCX models that are flex-fuel capable.

Report: 80% of Accidents Caused by Distracted Motorists

Study monitored the behavior of 241 drivers over a 13-month period.

Demand for Diesel Cars and SUV's Jumped 31% in 2005