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Episode 541 - German Assembly Lines Humming, China Bumps R&D Spending, Monster Crate Motor Dec 15, 2010

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German assembly lines are humming even as new-vehicle sales slow down in Europe. With the exception of the United States, China now spends more money on research and development than any other country in the world. GM’s performance parts division just introduced the most powerful small-block V-8 it’s ever engineered. All that and more, plus a look at Lexus’ latest luxury hybrid, the CT 200h.

Episode 540 - WTO Rejects China's Complaint, Engineers in Demand, 9th Generation Honda Civic Dec 14, 2010

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The World Trade Organization rejected China’s accusation that the United States violated trade rules when it imposed import tariffs on some Chinese tires. There is a shortage of automotive engineers in North America, not only at the OEMs but also at the suppliers. Honda released a sketch of the 9th generation Civic that will make its official debut at the Detroit Auto Show next month. All that and more, plus a look at the new Pentastar V-6 engine from Chrysler.

Episode 539 - China Moves the Metal, Volvo Plans Three New Plants, No Pay Raises at GM Dec 13, 2010

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China's car exports are up 70% for the year even with a drop in passenger car sales in November. Volvo's new owner Geely plans on building 3 new plants that could make up to 600,000 Volvo's a year. GM's salaried workers will not be receiving a raise next year, despite the fact the company is making boatloads of profits. All that and more, plus a look at the new Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.

Episode 538 - Ford Ties Honda in Loyalty, BMW 1-Series M Coupe, VW to Offer Fender Audio System Dec 10, 2010

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Ford is now tied with Honda for the highest loyalty rates in the American market according to a study by J.D. Power. BMW shares details on the newest addition to its M family, the 1-Series M Coupe. Volkswagen has partnered with Fender to introduce an all-new premium audio system. All that and more, plus a look at new safety technology from Volvo.

Episode 537 - GM Dumps Aveo Name, New Magnesium Technology, Rolls-Royce Expanding Ghost Line Dec 09, 2010

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GM is dropping the Aveo name, instead calling its next-generation subcompact the Sonic instead. Researchers at the Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne, Australia have come up with a new way of joining magnesium to steel and aluminum. Rolls-Royce is expanding its Ghost lineup to include a long-wheelbase model as well as a coupe and a convertible. All that and more, plus the Autoextremist, Peter De Lorenzo, sounds off on the UAW.

Episode 536 - Ward’s Announces 10 Best Engines, Big Three Inventory Surplus, Autozone’s Profits Jump Dec 08, 2010

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Our friends at Ward’s just announced the winners of their 17th-annual 10-Best Engines competition and there was more turnover this year than ever before. The Big Three have surplus inventory; GM has a 95-day supply of vehicles! Autozone, the largest auto-parts retailer in the U.S., just posted a 20-percent jump in quarterly earnings. All that and more, plus Peter De Lorenzo gives us his opinion on Super Bowl car commercials.

Episode 535 - Chinese Buyers Shun Green Cars, BMW Is Hiring, Kia Picanto Sketches Released Dec 07, 2010

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Just like American consumers, Chinese car buyers are shunning green vehicles. BMW is hiring-back some 1,300 workers this year to speed the development of hybrids, electric cars and advanced engines. Sketches of Kia’s redesigned Picanto city-car are out it looks good. All that and more, plus Autoline Daily caught up with Ralph Gilles, CEO of the Dodge brand and Chrysler’s Senior Vice President of Design, to talk about the look of the company’s vehicles.

Episode 534 - Honda Drops the Element, BYD Cancels EV for China, U.S. Hybrid Sales Weak Dec 06, 2010

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Honda will stop selling the Element in the U.S. because of poor sales. Chinese automaker BYD, which is backed by billionaire investor Warren Buffett, has canceled plans to introduce an electric vehicle in China. Hybrid sales in the American market are down 7.6% this year compared to last year, even though there are more models to choose from. All that and more, plus a look at how Buick is trying to reach new customers.

Episode 533 - Back-Up Camera Mandate, China #1 in Profits for Lexus, Z28 Camaro Revived Dec 03, 2010

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The U.S. Transportation Department wants to mandate the use of back-up cameras in all vehicles by 2014. China passes the U.S. as Lexus' most profitable market. Chevy is reviving the high-performance Z28 Camaro which should go on sale sometime next year. All that and more, plus a look at the 2012 ICONIC AC Roadster.

Episode 532 - Happy Birthday, Mazda!; Opel Unveils New Antara and Corsa; IIHS Bashes Bumpers Dec 02, 2010

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Mazda is celebrating its 90th birthday this year. Opel will debut its redesigned Antara crossover and Corsa small car at the Bologna Motor Show this week. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is bashing bumpers again and the cost to repair some of the vehicles tested is shocking. All that and more, plus McElroy’s got the lowdown on November new-vehicle sales in the U.S.

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