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Episode 968 – Chrysler’s Comeback Strategy, Piech’s Prediction, Quiet-Tuned Clothing Sep 11, 2012

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Chrysler just gave its dealers a sneak peek at what’s coming down the product pipeline and there are some interesting revelations. Volkswagen chairman Ferdinand Piech has a rosy prediction for his company’s performance in China next year. General Motors is lending a helping hand to those less fortunate. All that and more plus a look at what GM can get its European operations back on track.

Episode 966 - Ford Expands in Europe, New Renault Scala, Land Rover Reveals New Range Rover Sep 07, 2012

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Ford announces its plan to expand and boost sales in Europe. Renault just introduced a small premium sedan for the Indian market called the Scala. Land Rover unveiled the all-new Range Rover which is up to 926 pounds lighter than the outgoing model. All that and more, plus a look at the new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman.

Episode 965 - Ford Reveals New Transit Vans, Kia Quoris Unveiled, Mazda6 Wagon Revealed Sep 06, 2012

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Ford revealed a brand-new lineup of commercial vehicles that will be sold in markets around the world. Kia unveiled its new flagship sedan called the Quoris which will be sold outside of South Korea for the first time. Mazda took the wraps off the wagon version of the Mazda6 before it debuts at the Paris Motor Show. All that and more, plus a look at the design highlights of the 2013 Ram 1500.

Episode 964 – August Sales, GM’s Second Thoughts about PSA, Volkswagen’s MK VII Golf Sep 05, 2012

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August sales are in and the results have taken many analysts by surprise. GM may be having second thoughts about its alliance with PSA. Volkswagen just unveiled its seventh-generation Golf in Berlin, Germany. All that and more, plus John dives into all the technical details of the new 2013 Honda Accord.

Episode 963 – Global Car Sales Up, GM Cancels Large Hybrids, Race Car Made with 3D Printing Sep 04, 2012

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Automakers sold over 6.5 million vehicles worldwide in Jul, an increase of over 7 percent compared to last year. General Motors is shutting down its hybrid program for full-size pick-ups and SUV’s. Engineering students in Belgium working with an automotive supplier called Materialise, have made a body for a formula racing car, using a stereo lithography machine. All that and more, plus a look at the new 2013 Nissan Sentra.

Episode 962 - Ford Focus Number 1 in World, New Fiat Panda 4x4, Gas Prices Skyrocket in Italy Aug 31, 2012

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The Ford Focus is the world’s best selling car in the first six months of the year. Fiat will unveil a new 4x4 version of the Panda at the Paris Auto Show. A gallon of unleaded gasoline now costs about 9.50 a gallon in some regions of Italy! All that and more, plus a preview of Autoline This Week, where we take you inside Bob Lutz’s garage.

Episode 961 – GM’s Brain Drain, Nissan Almera, Audi Space Frame Getting Scrapped? Aug 30, 2012

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It looks like GM is suffering a brain drain in its R and D department. The latest senior leader to depart the company is Chris Borroni-Bird. Nissan just introduced the all-new Almera at the Moscow International Autosalon. This large sedan is specifically designed to handle Russia’s rough roads. Audi could be scrapping its all-aluminum space frame. The next-generation A8 may ride on a completely different platform. All that and more, plus a look at the Land Rover LR4.

Episode 960 - EVs: The Economic Lemon, 2014 Mazda6, GM Plans to Expand in Russia Aug 29, 2012

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Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne says the company is guaranteed to lose money on every zero emission vehicle it makes. Mazda just revealed the all-new 2014 Mazda6 at the Moscow Auto Show. The head of General Motors International Operations says the company plans to invest 1 billion dollars in Russia over the next five years. All that and more, plus John responds to your questions and comments in “You Said It!”

Episode 959 – Lincoln Heads to China, Mexican Manufacturing Boom, CAW and Detroit 3 Face Off Aug 28, 2012

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Ford is taking its troubled luxury brand to China. Lincoln vehicles will be sold in this red-hot market starting in the second-half of 2014. Vehicle manufacturing in Mexico is expected to grow by 1 million units over the next three years. The Canadian Auto Workers Union and the Detroit Three are facing off in their latest round of contract negotiations. All that and more, plus a look at a new electric-motor technology.

Episode 958 - Hyundai-Kia Accused of Dumping, Capacity Maxed Out, Presidential Candidates Banned Aug 27, 2012

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The French government is accusing Hyundai and Kia of dumping cars in the French market. Car plants in the second quarter of the year hit 100 percent capacity utilization in North America. General Motors and Chrysler have banned President Obama and Mitt Romney from visiting its plants until after the election. All that and more, plus John shares his idea of how GM can save Opel.

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