Drivers distracted by their animals are a hazard, but little research exists about accidents and prevention. Now that work is in progress.
AAA says the new electronic devices are creating unexpected problems, and with all their advanced capabilities, they're costly to replace.
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From weird snack food ingredients to a poorly timed car, here are some ideas that should have been left on the drawing board.
Ridership is at an all-time high along its short-haul corridors. But the story is quite different on the longer routes.
Asking for prices by phone, shopping around for financing and lying are some customer tricks that dealerships hate.
This tipping point is already hitting the country's most populated areas. As gas prices surge, some consumers may cut spending in other areas.
Automakers are eager to make Web-friendly cars, and GM is looking for whatever competitive edge it can get.
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The electric-car maker has been in the news for days after a scathing newspaper report. It has an important earnings announcement Wednesday.
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