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July 28, 2010 A Penton Media Publication Vol. 9 No. 31
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Kia Unsure of Soul Variants

Porsche Avoiding Horsepower War

Toyota Prius Possible Barometer of Chevy Volt's Long-Term Value

Chrysler's Gorlier Rewriting Book on Customer Service

Chevy Volt Sticker Shock, Hyundai Avante Revealed, Saab 9-5 Factory Tour

2011 Ford Explorer

Denso Plants Drive CO2 Reductions

Redesigned Explorer Offers 'Sense of Adventure,' Ford Says

Alvis Reborn in U.K.




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Kia Unsure of Soul Variants
Soul derivatives may appeal only to buyers already purchasing the existing boxy 4-door CUV, a Kia official says.

Porsche Avoiding Horsepower War
The Panamera’s all-new 3.6L direct-injection V-6 makes 300 hp, modest by today’s standards. With CAFE bearing down, Porsche is embracing “Intelligent Performance.”

Toyota Prius Possible Barometer of Chevy Volt's Long-Term Value
While the warranty might allay the fears of initial owners, it still is unclear how willing a second owner might be to driving the car deeper into its lifecycle.


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Chrysler's Gorlier Rewriting Book on Customer Service
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The supplier achieved a 3,100-ton reduction in CO2 emissions by downsizing production lines and shutting off electric power during lunch hour. In all, 800 improvements were made.


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Alvis Reborn in U.K.
Current Alvis engineers have adhered to the 1936 in-line 6-cyl. engine design, but added new materials, fuel injection and an engine management system to meet today's emissions regulations.

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