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Nissan: 40% Nissan Vehicles Will Have CVT by 08

Reaching that goal requires Nissan to increase by seven times the number of CVT-equipped vehicles it sold in the United States in 2004.

Which Vehicles Are the Greenest and Meanest?

Honda's natural gas-powered Civic GX retains the distinction as the greenest vehicle of the year.

BMW To Build Crossover for U.S.

The four-door crossover will have raised seating, sporty handling and a coupe-like exterior.

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J.D. Power: Hybrids Share Will Peak at Only 3%

Added price, competing technologies such as more fuel-efficient gasoline and diesel options will cap hybrid's market share, report says.

Survey: Cell Phone Use While Driving Up 100% in Four Years

Though some local communities ban talking on hand-held cell phones while driving, a half-dozen states prohibit local governments from restricting cell phone use in motor vehicles.

New-Vehicle Leasing Makes A Comeback

Leasing penetration in the mid luxury and premium luxury car segments now account for more than 40 percent of all deliveries.

City Fleets Switch to Biodiesel

Federal grants keep costs reasonable. States introduce biodiesel tax breaks and money for fuel plants.

Wright Express Adds Online Payment Feature

Online payment will be available to the company's private label and cobrand partners as well as fleets using its Wright Express Universal Card.

First Look: 200HP Civic Si Concept

The production Civic Si Coupe will serve as the performance leader for a completely redesigned 2006 model Civic lineup.