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Automotive News Archive29-Jul-2007Americans Alarmed about Dependence on Oil Imports, High Gas Prices Survey finds wide support for tougher fuel economy standards. Gas Prices Head Up as Supplies Run Low Nationwide average up one penny overnight as refineries feel the pinch. Consumers Face Credit Card Caps at the Pump Many service stations limit credit card purchases to $50 or $75. Gas Prices Steady for July 4th Holiday Gasoline prices are down about 23 cents a gallon since Memorial Day and are holding steady just below $3 on average. Gas Prices Bite Into Consumer Spending Survey finds consumers cutting back sharply as gas prices remain above $3. EPA Unveils New Mileage Estimates Hybrids take a beating, gas hogs not much affected. Toyota Delays Third-Generation Prius Safety concerns over new lithium-ion battery delay latest roll-out. Chinese Tire Importer Heads to Bankruptcy Company faces state and federal probes into its sale of 450,000 recalled tires from China. Light Trucks Vulnerable to Whiplash Most pickups and SUVs rated poor or marginal in neck injury tests. Chrysler Dumps Remaining 2006 Inventory on Used Car Market Unusual tactic is intended to clear backlog of unsold vehicles.
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