Apple partners with carmakers for new Siri features
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(CBS News) Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference was a showcase for a variety of Apple products. One of the most intriguing announcements to come from WWDC 2012 was the announcement that Apple is partnering with several automakers to incorporate Siri more closely in cars. Apple's voice recognition system will come with a new "Eyes Free" feature that will allow drivers to use Siri in their cars hands- and sight-free.
Continue »Jeep Liberty recall reaches nearly 347,000 vehicles
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the lower control arms in the rear suspensions of the Libertys can rust and break, possibly causing them to crash. However, the company says it knows of no crashes or injuries from the problem. The recall involves vehicles in states where salt is used to clear ice and snow from the roads.
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Alfa Romeo 4C coming to US sooner than expected
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(CBS News) The American auto market has been tragically Alfa Romeo free for years. But that's all about to change when the upcoming 4C sees production later this year. In an industry often marred by production delays, it is exciting to announce that the Italian automaker's newest model will actually be coming out ahead of schedule.
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Audi posts record sales in May
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/ Audi(CBS News/AP) Volkswagen's luxury brand, Audi, reported record sales for May thanks to a big boost from China. The company said Monday that Chinese sales rose 44.2 percent compared to the same month a year ago. The A8 fullsize four-door luxury sedan and the locally-built Q5 compact crossover SUV both contributed strongly to the increase in China.
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Porsche SUVs put off die-hard sports car fans
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(AP) - Manfred Wilke loves nothing more than speeding down the German Autobahn in his 911 coupe. Gazing at a 911 Carrera GTS with a 100,000 euro ($125,000) price tag in Porsche's flagship showroom in Berlin, the real estate manager said only cars like the sporting two-seater deserved to carry the Porsche badge.
He is one of a number of Porsche purists who are appalled at the Stuttgart-based sports car maker's aggressive push into sport utility vehicles and family-style saloons.
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Honda Fit EV receives EPA's highest MPG rating ever
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(CBS News/AP) The 2013 Honda Fit EV has received the highest fuel efficiency rating ever from the Environmental Protection Agency, the company said Wednesday. Honda said the electric subcompact received a combined adjusted mile-per-gallon-equivalency rating of 118 mpg (50 kpl).
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Kia recalls 22,000 SUVs
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says on its website that if the mounts break while the SUVs are moving, drivers would have trouble stopping them and a second crash could happen.
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Incredible concept: Alfa Romeo C12 GTS
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(CBS News) Turns out the Batmobile is available in cherry red. This menacing concept car comes from Dutch design firm Ugur Sahin. Called the Alfa Romeo C12 GTS, the concept is for a twelve-cylinder front-engine supercar. It's a vision of sharp lines, killer curves and huge horsepower.
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BMW Zagato Coupe: a stylish German/Italian blend
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(CBS News) BMW is a company already known for their style. So when the German carmaker teamed up with Italian couture car designer Zagato to redesign the body and cabin of a Z4, you can expect the results to be impressive. The BMW Zagato Coupe will be showcased at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, an exclusive automotive show held on the shores of Lake Como in Italy.
Continue » Audi RS5 convertible coming stateside
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(CBS News) Audi's RS5 Cabriolet is coming to the states. Since unveiling the 450-horsepower convertible at the Frankfurt auto show earlier this year, many have wondered if Americans will get a shot at driving this slick speedster. According to "Car and Driver" magazine, it's only a matter of time
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New 2013 Ford F-150 gets minor facelift
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/ Ford Motor Co.(CBS News) Slow and steady wins the race; and when you're already in the lead, the steadier the better. Ford is taking that logic with the new 2013 F-150 line of pickup trucks, which the company unveiled this morning. The top-selling pick-up trucks are getting minor overhauls for the new season, including a new grill and new options under the hood.
Continue »Utah gov. tells state employees to limit idling
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(CBS News/AP) When it comes to balancing state budgets, every little bit helps. And if it aids the environment, all the better. Utah governor Gary Herbert signed an executive order on Thursday requiring state employees to limit idling in government fleet vehicles to reduce emissions and clear the air - and maybe save some gas in the process.
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Chevrolet playing ball with Manchester United
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(CBS News/WWJ) The Super Bowl may be a big deal here in the states, but General Motors has its eyes on a different kind of football. Weeks after announcing that they would not be running any ads in the Super Bowl this year, GM announced it would be partnering with English Premier League giant Manchester United in a five year deal that would see Chevrolet logos plastered all over one of the most famous soccer teams in the world.
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Robb Report names Lamborghini Aventador best luxury car
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(CBS News) The "Robb Report" is America's finest "luxury lifestyle" magazine: by rich people, for rich people. Their annual "Best of the Best" issue is a peek into what the movers and shakers of the world think is fashionable, innovative and worthy of your time and (lots and lots of) money. In the car category, the "Robb Report" chose the Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 as the best driving machine of 2012.
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