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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • The vehicle at the center of a wrongful death lawsuit against Toyota is seen.
  • A lawyer for plaintiffs in a wrongful death lawsuit against Toyota told a jury he will ask for $20 million in damages.
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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Chrysler is recalling 46,000 2013 Ram 1500 4-by-4 trucks.
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  • Ford is recalling more than 12,000 2013 vehicles due to problems with child-safety locks.
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  • Pickup truck sales are picking up as the U.S. economy recovers. American companies are releasing new trucks.
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  • Pickup truck sales are picking up as the U.S. economy recovers. American companies are releasing new trucks.
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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • A Honda Fit is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Honda says it's recalling more than 686,000 Fit and Jazz subcompacts because their power window switches can catch fire.
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  • The Nissan NV200 ($19,990 base price ) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • For many California business owners, a dependable cargo van is a necessary tool for work. See the latest models.
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  • The Nissan NV200 ($19,990 base price ) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • For many California business owners, a dependable cargo van is a necessary tool for work. See the latest models.
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  • The Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Chrysler is recalling 1.56 million older Jeeps that may be at risk of a fire after resolving differences with the government.
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  • Sport-utility vehicle makers offer a variety of new technologies to achieve fuel-efficiency.
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  • Sport-utility vehicle makers offer a variety of new technologies to achieve fuel-efficiency.
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  • The 2014 Acura RLX is seen.
  • The Acura RLX is the new large flagship sedan. It offers a full-on luxury ride that keeps efficiency in mind, too.
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  • The 2014 Acura RLX is seen.
  • The Acura RLX is the new large flagship sedan. It offers a full-on luxury ride that keeps efficiency in mind, too.
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  • At a loss for what to get dad for Father's Day? You might want to think about cars.
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  • At a loss for what to get dad for Father's Day? You might want to think about cars.
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  • An electric vehicle is seen in this undated file photo.
  • There are new innovations and lower prices that make electric vehicles more competitive.
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  • An electric vehicle is seen in this undated file photo.
  • There are new innovations and lower prices that make electric vehicles more competitive.
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  • The 2013 Lincoln MKZ ($32,925 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • The new stylish MKZ luxury sedan has been heralded as the future of the brand by Lincoln designers.
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  • The 2013 Lincoln MKZ ($32,925 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • The new stylish MKZ luxury sedan has been heralded as the future of the brand by Lincoln designers.
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  • A closeup look at the 2013 Cadillac SRX, from Cadillacs website.
  • General Motors has recalled more than 27,000 Cadillac SUVs worldwide over fears their wheels may fall off.
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  • The 2013 Buick Encore ($24,200 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Buick has two new family vehicles that are smaller, more fuel efficient and could be perfect for a summer road trip.
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  • The 2013 Buick Encore ($24,200 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Buick has two new family vehicles that are smaller, more fuel efficient and could be perfect for a summer road trip.
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  • Subarus 2013 Legacy is seen.
  • Subaru is recalling some of its 2013 Outback and Legacy models made from Feb. - June 2012 for steering problems.
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  • Chrysler is recalling 469,000 Jeep SUVs worldwide because they can shift into neutral without warning on startup.
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  • A driver uses his cellphone in this undated file photo.
  • Distracted driving has become such a big problem that the government now wants carmakers to help.
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  • Honda is recalling nearly 205,000 minivans and SUVs to fix problems with the automatic shifter.
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  • A Toyota logo is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Toyota, Honda and Nissan are recalling more than 3 million vehicles worldwide for a problem with passenger air bags.
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  • The 2013 Fiat 500e ($32,500) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Tired of high gas prices? Car specialist Dave Kunz explores the convenience in owning a new plug-in electric Fiat 500e.
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  • The 2013 Fiat 500e ($32,500) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • Tired of high gas prices? Car specialist Dave Kunz explores the convenience in owning a new plug-in electric Fiat 500e.
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  • The 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish ($279,995 base price) is seen in this undated file photo.
  • When it comes to cars, if you're going to dream, dream big -- and dream fast. And expensive.
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