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Automotive News Archive04-Jan-2007IIHS: Bigger is Better in Car Safety Subcompacts do poorly in insurance institute crash tests. Domestic Cars' Reliability Improving Consumer Reports finds some American models equal or surpass Asian brands; Euro marques slump. GM Hopes to Hatch New Hybrids Company plans big push to challenge Toyota's lead in fuel-efficient models. New Cars More Affordable Than Anytime Since the 1980s Average consumer spends 26.3 weeks' pay to buy a new car or truck. Bush to Meet with Auto Industry Leaders Oft-delayed meeting tentatively set for Nov. 14. Pump Prices Move Up, Cynics Blame Politics Crude oil prices still down but gas prices rising. Ford, GM Try to Clear Year-End Inventory Automakers hoping that big discounts, no-interest loans, rebates will move 'em out. Post-Election Gas Prices on the Rise It's two years til the next election and gas prices are on the rise once more. Prius Ranks #1 in Owner Satisfaction Prius owners love their little cars, survey finds.
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