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• Dodge Dart Recalled for Rollaway Risk
  
  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is recalling 298,439 Dodge Dart sedans from the model years 2013-2016. A problem with the gear selector could lead to the vehicle rolling away even if drivers ...
  Keith Barry.  Consumer Reports.  Fri, 19 Apr 2019 17:00:16 +0000.
• Return of the bench seat: Concept EVs show space big enough for sofas
  
  Electric vehicle (EV) concepts shown in Shanghai this week, such as the Audi AI:me and Infiniti QX Inspiration, point to a future of living-room-like comfort in cars with flat floors and ample space for sofa-like bench seats.
  Reuters.  Fri, 19 Apr 2019 09:35:51 -0400.
• New North American trade deal modestly boosts U.S. economy, trade panel finds
  
  The new North American free trade pact would modestly boost the U.S. economy, especially auto parts production, but may curb vehicle assembly and limit consumer choice in cars, a hotly anticipated analysis from the U.S. ...
  Reuters.  Thu, 18 Apr 2019 18:23:14 -0400.
• Car2Go rental car service halts operations in Chicago due to fraud, vehicle thefts
  
  Over 100 cars allegedly stolen.
  Gary Gastelu.  Fox News.  Wed, 17 Apr 2019 21:35:41 GMT.
• 'Induced' driving miles could overwhelm potential energy-saving benefits of self-driving
  
  The benefits of self-driving cars will likely induce vehicle owners to drive more, and those extra miles could partially or completely offset the potential energy-saving benefits that automation may provide, according to a new study.
  Science Daily.  Wed, 17 Apr 2019 15:38:00 EDT.
• Hyundai aiming for entry-level and used-car buyers with new, under $20,000 SUV
  
  "It's pretty darn small but it's a perfect entry-level vehicle for someone who might have, the past, only had sedans to choose from," says Hyundai America COO Brian Smith.
  CNBC.  Wed, 17 Apr 2019 19:34 GMT.
• With car-leasing prices on the rise, here's what to know before you sign on the dotted line
  
  The higher costs are largely due to rising vehicle prices and interest rates, along with some models experiencing weakening residual values.
  CNBC.  Wed, 17 Apr 2019 12:30 GMT.
• Auto Sales Drop in Q1: Should You Buy ETF & Stocks?
  
  The U.S. auto industry saw a rough start to 2019 with a slowdown in the first quarter given higher interest rates, rising vehicle prices and threat of global slowdown.
  Sweta Killa.  Zacks.  Wed, 03 Apr 2019 15:45:00 GMT.
• Edmunds examines costly side effect of safety tech: repairs
  
  Vehicle safety technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Today's cars can watch your blind spot, help keep you in your lane, automatically hit the brakes in an emergency, and more. ...
  Rex Tokeshi-torres.  Washington Times.  Wed, 03 Apr 2019 06:11:23 -0400.

• Auto Parts Retailers (Information)
  
  Auto parts stores provide vehicle owners with just about every imaginable part for their car, truck, SUV, or motorcycle. Many parts stores are online as well as brick and mortar.
  http://www.autopartsstores.us/
  
• Rental Car Desks (Captioned Picture)
  
  Many people need to rent a vehicle while traveling for vacation or business purposes, and almost all major airports provide a selection of car rental companies on site. This photo shows an airport sign directing travelers to rental car desks.
  http://www.carrentalcompanies.us/rental-car-desks.htm
  
• Chrome Rim (Captioned Picture)
  
  Car rims are not only practical, they can also add to the appearance of the vehicle if appropriately matched to the make, model, and overall style. Many people are drawn to shiny chrome car rims like the ones shown here with low-profile tires.
  http://www.carrims.us/chrome-rim.htm
  

• Jumblex.org Vehicle Page (Directory Page)
  
  This vehicle category page lists editorially-reviewed websites and web pages that pertain to this topic.
  http://en.jumblex.org/motor-vehicle/
  

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