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Episode 1014 - Ford PR Outmaneuvers GM, GM Halts Talks with PSA, It's a Gas! Nov 14, 2012

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Ford is flooding the media with information about electrics, plug-ins and hybrids, because it wants to beat GM to the punch about its electric plans. Speaking of General Motors, it has halted talks about a deeper tie-up with PSA. Chesapeake Energy, General Electric and Whirlpool are developing a relatively inexpensive appliance that will allow natural gas cars to be filled up at home. All that and more, plus John responds to your questions and comments in "You Said It!"

Episode 1013 - U.S. to Dominate Oil Production, Honda Civic's New Face, Women Rule the Roads Nov 13, 2012

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An international agency says that the United States will surpass Saudi Arabia in oil production by the end of the decade. Honda shows off the Civic's new face prior to its Los Angeles debut. For the first time ever, women rule the roads. All that and more, plus we preview Continental's newest safety technology developed to meet stricter safety regulations.

Episode 1012 - Inventory Levels Jump, VW Chairman Stays Put, China Loves Raptors Nov 12, 2012

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Vehicle inventory levels jumped nearly 25 percent last month in the U.S. market. See which companies top the list. VW shareholders voted to keep 75-year-old chairman Ferdinand Piech, but it could be longer than anyone expected. Should Ford sell the F-150 in China? Sales of one special-edition F-series show they should. All that and more, plus a look at how one major city leads the way in public bicycle use.

Episode 1010 - Bosch Dumps Denso, 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, China's Lead Battery Shortage Nov 08, 2012

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Lincoln releases more in-depth information on the 2013 MKZ Hybrid. Find out why Bosch sold its entire stake in Japanese supplier Denso. Consumption of lead batteries in China outweighs output, which may lead to a shortage next year. All that and more, plus we get our look at Chevy's redesigned 2013 Traverse.

Episode 1009 - Maserati Plans to Grow, Focus Dominates China, Used Car Prices Soaring Nov 07, 2012

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Maserati plans to boost sales over 8 times the current amount by 2015. Could the new Quattroporte help to reach that mark? Ford is bucking the trend in China. Sales were up nearly 50 percent thanks to the new Focus. Hurricane Sandy drives up used car prices, but may help overall sales. All that and more, plus John responds to your questions and comments in today's edition of You Said It!

Episode 1008 - Suzuki Says Sayonara to U.S., GM Secrets Stolen, Roewe E50 From SAIC Nov 06, 2012

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Suzuki drops out of the American market because they say it can't make a profit in the long term. An ex-GM engineer stole hybrid technology and tried selling it to GM's competitors. See what GM says those secrets are worth; you may be surprised. SAIC announces the release of their pure-electric Roewe E50. All that and more, plus a look at the iconic Mercedes-Benz SL550.

Episode 1006 - Sandy Slows U.S. Sales, Mulally Stays With Ford, Overstated Fuel Economy Nov 02, 2012

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Auto sales were up in the U.S. last month but were not as strong as they could have been. Ford announces that CEO, Alan Mulally, will retain his position for at least 2 more years. Hyundai-Kia make a fuel economy blunder that could cost them tens of millions of dollars. All that and more, plus on Autoline This Week John sits down with Scott Painter, the founder and CEO of TrueCar, to talk about how the company is reinventing itself.

Episode 1005 - Could GM Break Even in EU? Escalade Loses Bling, All-New 2014 Forester Nov 01, 2012

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General Motors expects to break even in Europe by 2015, despite loosing half a billion dollars in the third-quarter. The new Escalade is still a year away from showrooms, but Cadillac has already cut out some amenities. Subaru reveals the all-new 2014 Forester. All that and more, plus a look at pedestrian protection technology from Continental.

Episode 1004 - GM's 3Q Earnings, Sandy Burns Fisker, Renault Corners EV Market Oct 31, 2012

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GM's third-quarter earnings are out and revenue is up. But GM barely out-earns its crosstown rival, despite selling a million more vehicles. Could the safety of lithium ion batteries be in question because of Hurricane Sandy? EV sales in Europe are down but Renault pushes to corner the market with 4 pure electric models, more than any other manufacturer. All that and more, plus John responds to your questions and comments on You Said It!

Episode 1002 - BMW Prepared for the Worst, New Kia Cadenza, Back in Black Oct 29, 2012

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BMW claims it can now withstand a 30 percent drop in sales without having to lay off any people, close any plants or post a financial loss. Kia just released photos of its new Cadenza, a car also known as the K7 and Amanti depending on which market it's sold in. Ford says some of its customers are really getting into black wheels. All that and more, plus a look at the latest BMW model German tuning company Alpina has modified.

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