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  • A self-driving Nissan Leaf is seen in this undated photo.
  • By most accounts, 2020 seems to be the projected year to see self-driving cars at a dealership near you.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • A Toyota logo is seen in this undated file photo.
  • A jury on Thursday found Toyota not liable for the death of a local woman in a case of alleged sudden acceleration.
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auto news, recall, legal, national news
  • The Hyundai Sonata is seen in this file photo.
  • Hyundai is offering to defer payments for workers who have been furloughed due to the partial U.S. government shutdown.
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auto news, business
  • A 2014 BMW 320i sedan is seen in this undated file photo.
  • BMW is recalling 176,000 vehicles from the model years 2012 to 2014 over a problem with the power brake system.
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auto industry, auto news, recall, recalls
  • Consumer Reports reveals which full-size pickup trucks rank the highest in gas mileage and handling.
  • Consumer Reports reveals which full-size pickup trucks rank the highest in gas mileage and handling.
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auto news, consumer reports, car tips, dave kunz
  • Consumer Reports reveals which full-size pickup trucks rank the highest in gas mileage and handling.
  • Consumer Reports reveals which full-size pickup trucks rank the highest in gas mileage and handling.
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auto news, consumer reports, save money / consumer news
  • This photo released by Mazda shows the 2009 Mazda6.
  • Mazda is recalling 161,400 vehicles because of faulty door latch screws that can loosen and open doors while in motion.
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auto industry, auto news, recall, recalls
  • A car is displayed at the Cruisin for a Cure car show in Costa Mesa.
  • A Costa Mesa car show is not only showing off beautiful cars, it's offering free blood tests for prostate cancer.
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auto news, health, vod
  • Chevrolet's Corvette is an iconic American sports car, and the newest model has heads turning.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • Nissan is recalling 908,900 vehicles due to a defective accelerator sensor that could cause the engine to stall.
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auto news, recall, recalls
  • Which 'green' vehicles rank the best? The Auto Club wants to help by rating these cars.
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auto news, environment, car tips, dave kunz
  • The Bentley Continental GT Speed Le Mans Edition is seen.
  • You can get a bit of the historic 24 Hours of Le Mans heritage in your own Bentley with a new limited edition package.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • The Bentley Continental GT Speed Le Mans Edition is seen.
  • You can get a bit of the historic 24 Hours of Le Mans heritage in your own Bentley with a new limited edition package.
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auto news, vod
  • A logo for Honda is seen.
  • Honda is recalling 318,000 Odyssey minivans and 56,000 Acura MDX SUVs in the U.S. because of an airbag defect.
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auto news, recall, recalls
  • The 2014 Lexus IS Sedan ($35,950 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Lexus is about to release its latest luxurious model, the IS Sedan, which is the brands smallest and sportiest car.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • The 2014 Lexus IS Sedan ($35,950 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Lexus is about to release its latest luxurious model, the IS Sedan, which is the brands smallest and sportiest car.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • The new 2014 Grom motorcycle from Honda is designed to appeal to scrappy bikers.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • A bill to allow L.A. drivers to cruise in certain carpool lanes without being ticketed passed the Legislature Tuesday.
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travel, california state assembly, california state senate, jerry brown, auto news, los angeles news, robert holguin
  • A Toyota logo is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Toyota is recalling 880,584 RAV4 SUVs and Lexus HS250h sedans over problems with the wheels.
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recall, auto news, recalls
  • The 2014 Ford Fiesta is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Small cars are pretty hot right now, and Ford has done some updating to its subcompact Fiesta for 2014.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • The Ford logo is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Ford is recalling nearly 400,000 vehicles because of potential corrosion that may result in a loss of steering.
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auto news, recalls
  • The 2014 Ford Fiesta is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Small cars are pretty hot right now, and Ford has done some updating to its subcompact Fiesta for 2014.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • The Mini Paceman is seen in this undated file photo.
  • The Mini brand is growing. Even though its overall theme is 'small,' it has a few other sizes as well, such as the Paceman.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • The Mini Paceman is seen in this undated file photo.
  • The Mini brand is growing. Even though its overall theme is 'small,' it has a few other sizes as well, such as the Paceman.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • The Chrysler 300C John Varvatos Edition is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Car specialist Dave Kunz shows us the Chrysler 300C John Varvatos Edition, a car that projects a tough, cool vibe.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • Hyundai is recalling about 23,000 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada over an axle problem that can cause the car to lose power.
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auto news, recall, recalls
  • The 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid ($35,925 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • A few automakers are offering fuel-efficient luxury hybrid vehicles that will also help drivers save money at the pump.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • The 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid ($35,925 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • A few automakers are offering fuel-efficient luxury hybrid vehicles that will also help drivers save money at the pump.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • The Toyota Tacoma logo is shown in this undated file photo.
  • Toyota is recalling more than 340,000 Tacoma pickup trucks due to a potential problem with seat belts.
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auto news, recall, recalls
  • Two redesigned Honda Civic models were the only small cars to get the top rating in the newest test from the IIHS.
  • Two redesigned Honda Civic models were the only small cars to get the top rating in the latest test from the IIHS.
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auto news, technology, save money / consumer news, ric romero
  • The vehicle at the center of a wrongful death lawsuit against Toyota is seen.
  • Opening statements were heard Thursday in the wrongful death lawsuit against Toyota.
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auto news, recall, legal, eyewitness news
  • The 2014 Buick LaCrosse ($34,060 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • For road trips or your daily commute, General Motors now offers several choices in full-size sedans.
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auto news, auto industry, save money / consumer news
  • A legal landmark case gets underway Monday in Los Angeles regarding Toyotas sudden acceleration problems.
  • A legal landmark case gets underway Monday in Los Angeles regarding Toyota's sudden acceleration problems.
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  • Just about every parent has to keep the car clean when you're hauling kids around.
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auto news, auto industry, save money / consumer news
  • A Ford C-Max Hybrid is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Ford Motor Company recalled more than 33,000 cars, over fears they might not protect occupants' heads in a crash.
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recall, auto news, recalls
  • A legal landmark case gets underway Monday in Los Angeles regarding Toyotas sudden acceleration problems.
  • A legal landmark case gets underway Monday in Los Angeles regarding Toyota's sudden acceleration problems.
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auto news, recall, legal, recalls, leanne suter
  • The 2014 Buick LaCrosse ($34,060 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • For road trips or your daily commute, General Motors now offers several choices in full-size sedans.
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auto news, auto industry, car tips, dave kunz
  • A Toyota logo is seen in this undated file photo.
  • A settlement in a major class-action lawsuit against Toyota is expected to be approved by a Southern California judge.
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auto news, recall, legal, recalls
  • Chrysler is recalling 46,000 2013 Ram 1500 4-by-4 trucks.
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recall, auto news, recalls
  • Ford is recalling more than 12,000 2013 vehicles due to problems with child-safety locks.
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recall, auto news, recalls
  • Pickup truck sales are picking up as the U.S. economy recovers. American companies are releasing new trucks.
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auto news, auto industry, car tips, dave kunz
  • Pickup truck sales are picking up as the U.S. economy recovers. American companies are releasing new trucks.
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auto news, auto industry, save money / consumer news
  • A teenager is seen driving a car with a manual transmission.
  • A group of local teenagers were rounded up to learn how to shift some gears at a day-long exercise in Anaheim.
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auto news, car tips, dave kunz
  • A teenager is seen driving a car with a manual transmission.
  • A group of local teenagers were rounded up to learn how to shift some gears at a day-long exercise in Anaheim.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • You can see high-performance Cobras and Mustangs up close in Fontana. The 'suped-up' Shelbys are more than museum pieces.
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auto news, auto industry, car tips, dave kunz
  • You can see high-performance Cobras and Mustangs up close in Fontana. The 'suped-up' Shelbys are more than museum pieces.
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auto news, auto industry, save money / consumer news
  • A Chrysler sign is shown in this undated file photo.
  • Chrysler is recalling nearly half a million cars and SUVs due to a problem with head restraints.
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recall, auto news, recalls
  • A logo for Honda is seen.
  • U.S. safety regulators are investigating some Honda Odyssey minivans because they can brake without the driver pressing the pedal.
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auto news, save money / consumer news
  • The 2014 Audi R8 ($114,900 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Audi's new bold R8 exotic sports car pays particular attention to styling, setting it apart from German rival BMW.
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auto news, auto industry, car tips, dave kunz
  • The 2014 Audi R8 ($114,900 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Audi's new bold R8 exotic sports car pays particular attention to styling, setting it apart from German rival BMW.
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auto news, auto industry, save money / consumer news