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	<title><![CDATA[GM's Europe chief steps down]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/gms-europe-steps/19422/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	Carl-Peter Forster, the head of General Motors' Europe operations, is stepping down just days after the US carmaker decided to hold on to its Opel/Vauxhall operations. GM said last night that Mr Forster would leave the company but would remain in an advisory role as part of GM's search for a...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091106/BUSINESS01/911060324/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - GM to ask Europe for help with Opel</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091106/BUSINESS01/911060323/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - GM: No more big buyouts coming</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091105/BUSINESS01/911050446/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - GM criticized for keeping Opel, but doubts raised about sale</li>
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	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/gms-europe-steps/19422/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Financial Times</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Breaking News: Yamaha Motor posts $A1.99b loss]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/breaking-news-yamaha-motor-posts/19417/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	Japan's Yamaha Motor Co announced on Wednesday a net loss of about $A1.99 billion for the nine months to September due to sluggish motorcycle sales. Japan's Yamaha Motor Co announced on Wednesday a net loss of about $US1.8 billion ($A1.99 billion) for the nine months to September due to sluggish...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleDetail.aspx?ArticleID=67122&amp;vf=26">Drive.com</a> - Breaking News: Prius top car in Japan for sixth month</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091106/BUSINESS01/911060370/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - Toyota's surprise profit lets it halve red ink</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/2/hi/business/8342866.stm">BBC</a> - Toyota departs</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.detnews.com/article/20091104/AUTO01/911040410/1148/rss25">The Detroit News</a> - Nissan returns to quarterly profit on China sales</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleDetail.aspx?ArticleID=67023&amp;vf=26">Drive.com</a> - Breaking News: Nissan Motor interim net profit down 93%</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/breaking-news-yamaha-motor-posts/19417/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Drive.com</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:03:32 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[General Motors to keep Opel]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/general-motors-opel/19366/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	After diddling back and forth for weeks, General Motors has decided not to sell Opel to Magna International after all. John Smith, group vice president for corporate planning and alliances for GM, said that the company finally decided to keep Opel because the board of directors recognized its...
				<ul>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://traxfer.ft.com/cms/s/0/4d7ab56a-cacc-11de-97e0-00144feabdc0.html?o=%2Frss%2Fcompanies%2Fautomobiles">Financial Times</a> - GM Europe chief poised to quit</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://rss.feedsportal.com/c/845/f/10703/s/6edeefa/l/0L0Sbelfasttelegraph0O0Cbusiness0Cbusiness0Enews0Cgm0Eplans0Eto0Ekeep0E0Eeuropean0Ebusiness0E145519270Bhtml0Dr0FRSS/story01.htm">Belfast</a> - GM plans to keep European business</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feeds.washingtonpost.com/click.phdo?i=edd34f8423568ff93ad29a052125805a">Washington Post</a> - GM backs out of Opel sale</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/general-motors-opel/19366/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Automotive</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:11:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Chrysler Reveals Its Turnaround Plan]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/chrysler-reveals-turnaround-plan/19340/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	(From Bill Pugliano / Getty Images) Less than six months have passed since Chrysler emerged from bankruptcy with new owners and a new lease on life. Yesterday the company gave a progress report to over 400 analysts, dealers, and journalists during an unprecedented eight-hour briefing session....
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091105/COL06/911050481/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - TOM WALSH: Marchionne unveils grand ambitions</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/chrysler-reveals-turnaround-plan/19340/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Popular Mechanics</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[2010 Suzuki Kizashi starts below $19,000]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/2010-suzuki-kizashi-starts-19000/19367/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	BREA, Calif. (Nov. 5, 2009) — Tapping in to its heritage of building high performance outboard motors and motorcycles, American Suzuki Motor Corp. today announces pricing for the all-new 2010 Kizashi sedan (pronounced "Kee-Zah-Shee") which will debut in dealer showrooms in December 2009.  The...
				<ul>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://blogs.consumerreports.org/cars/2009/11/pricing-2010-suzuki-kizashi.html">Consumer Reports</a> - Pricing: 2010 Suzuki Kizashi</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/2010-suzuki-kizashi-starts-19000/19367/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Automotive</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:11:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Odd Spot: Photo-real and 3D images for new sat-navs]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/odd-spot-photo-real-3d/19275/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	Mercedes Benz is one of the manufactures working on new GPS technology Tired of the satellite-navigation system barking out directions as you hurtle along an unfamiliar road, only to get confused when the commands fail to reflect reality? Australian street-mapping company Sensis reckons it now...
				<ul>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/MHM51hL-YC8/">Car and Driver</a> - 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG – Second Drive</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/odd-spot-photo-real-3d/19275/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Drive.com</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:28:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[News: Rally proves thirsty work]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/news-rally-proves-thirsty-work/19268/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	The Global Green Challenge tests cars' consumption figures — and the stamina of drivers. Drives own Jaedene Hudson competiting in the Global Green Challenge Beads of sweat form on my face as the hot sun shines through the passenger window. With the air-con switched off and the cabin temperature...
				<ul>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheMotorReport/~3/nbTniqxvW5c/">The Motor Report</a> - Global Green Car Challenge: The Winners</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/news-rally-proves-thirsty-work/19268/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Drive.com</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:38:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Odd Spot: A back-seat driving computer for your car]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/odd-spot-seat-driving-computer/19269/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	MIT/Audi in-car robot Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed an in-car robot that can woo upset drivers with a calming smile or a wink. The dash-mounted Affective Intelligent Driving Agent – developed by MIT in conjunction with Audi – is able to read input...
				<ul>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheMotorReport/~3/Ea77V44ZrCc/">The Motor Report</a> - Audi AIDA, The Friendly Dash-Mounted Robot</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/odd-spot-seat-driving-computer/19269/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Drive.com</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:16:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[F1: Ferrari Blames Mosley For Toyota Exit]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/f1-ferrari-blames-mosley-toyota/19270/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	FERRARI HAS LAUNCHED an astonishing attack on the FIA following the announcement of Toyota’s exit from Formula 1, blaming former President Max Mosley for sparking the mass departure of car manufacturers from the sport. BMW, Toyota and Honda have all withdrawn from motorsport’s ultimate...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://traxfer.ft.com/cms/s/0/9833e8ee-ca25-11de-a3a3-00144feabdc0.html?o=%2Frss%2Fcompanies%2Fautomobiles">Financial Times</a> - Renault stays cagey on F1 future</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/f1-ferrari-blames-mosley-toyota/19270/</guid>
	<dc:creator>The Motor Report</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:20:39 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[News: Porsche revives the Spyder]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/news-porsche-revives-spyder/19255/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	New Porsche pays homage to the car that killed James Dean. By RICHARD BLACKBURN. Porsche Boxster Spyder ‹scroll | Move your mouse over the thumbnails below to scroll | scroll› Porsche has resurrected the spirit of one of its most famous cars, the legendary 550 Spyder. The original model...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/beMCPkdi_dE/">Car and Driver</a> - 2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder – Official Photos and Info</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheMotorReport/~3/93m-sfnaZbA/">The Motor Report</a> - 2010 Porsche Boxster Spyder Revealed Ahead of LA Auto Show</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/news-porsche-revives-spyder/19255/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Drive.com</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:29:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[News: First drive: Honda Insight hybrid]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/news-drive-honda-insight-hybrid/19242/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	Honda’s Insight may not be as frugal as a Toyota Prius, but it’s better through corners, writes JEZ SPINKS. Honda Insight hybrid 2009 Honda Insight hybrid Video Gallery Toyota’s Prius has become such an iconic flagbearer for the hybrid car that few will remember Honda was the first car...
				<ul>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleDetail.aspx?ArticleID=67063&amp;vf=26">Drive.com</a> - News: Honda aims to make Insight hybrid affordable</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://traxfer.ft.com/cms/s/0/3b2c9d3e-c9c7-11de-a5b5-00144feabdc0.html?o=%2Frss%2Fcompanies%2Fautomobiles">Financial Times</a> - Toyota scales back loss forecast</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://apps.detnews.com/apps/blogs/autosblog/index.php?blogid=871">The Detroit News</a> - New Toyota Prius uses bigger engine to improve fuel economy</li>
				</ul><!-- /stories -->
		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/news-drive-honda-insight-hybrid/19242/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Drive.com</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:47:00 PST</pubDate>
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<item>
	<title><![CDATA[Breaking News: Rage against GM over job cuts at Opel]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/breaking-news-rage-gm-job/19260/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	Angry German workers protested on Thursday over General Motors' shock refusal to sell its European unit Opel and plans to cut 10,000 jobs. Angry German workers protested on Thursday over General Motors' shock refusal to sell its European unit Opel and plans to cut 10,000 jobs, moves slammed as a...
				<ul>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/industry_sectors/industrials/article6905314.ece#cid=OTC-RSS&attr=2876277">Times Online</a> - GM chief says he can run carmaker as global group</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.bnet.com/2407-13071_23-361877.html">Reuters</a> - GM Readies Opel Plan, Workers Strike</li>
				</ul><!-- /stories -->
		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/breaking-news-rage-gm-job/19260/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Drive.com</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:28:02 PST</pubDate>
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<item>
	<title><![CDATA[The Plan]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/plan/19223/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	Regardless of what you may read and hear in the coming days, not one of the countless journalists, analysts, and community leaders who gathered in Auburn Hills to hear Chrysler's new business plan yesterday really knows what the ailing automaker will look like in 2014. Not even group CEO Sergio...
				<ul>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091104/COL14/91104070/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - Jeep to offer smaller SUV, keep off-road image</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091105/BUSINESS01/911050452/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - Chrysler must get buyers to hang on</li>
				</ul><!-- /stories -->
		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/plan/19223/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Automobile Magazine</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:11:59 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Two New Germans to Lust After: BMW M3 GTS and Porsche Boxster Spyder]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/germans-lust-bmw-m3-gts/19198/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	BMW has created an M3 for the track, a car for club racing like Porsche’s 911 GT3 Clubsport, either of which would inspire dark lust in any Car Guru in his right mind. But it’s also homologated, says Autoweek, for the street if you register it as such. This car has all the goodies you would...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.autoweek.com/article/20091105/LOSANGELES/911059992">AutoWeek Magazine</a> - Los Angeles auto show: Porsche to roll out Boxster Spyder:</li>
				</ul><!-- /stories -->
		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/germans-lust-bmw-m3-gts/19198/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Car Gurus</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:58:40 PST</pubDate>
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<item>
	<title><![CDATA[Incentives boost carmaker's cash pile]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/incentives-boost-carmakers-cash-pile/19195/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	General Motors’ newly regained confidence that it can restructure Opel is in large part due to a better-than-expected performance of the US carmaker’s European subsidiary that has – at least partially – been funded by the European taxpayer. Opel/Vauxhall is understood to have amassed more...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091105/BUSINESS01/91105028/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - GM: Opel could help pay for its restructuring</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://traxfer.ft.com/cms/s/0/542621c0-ca3a-11de-a3a3-00144feabdc0.html?o=%2Frss%2Fcompanies%2Fautomobiles">Financial Times</a> - GM sure on funding Opel revamp</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/incentives-boost-carmakers-cash-pile/19195/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Financial Times</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:42:01 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[2009 SEMA: GM's E-Rob brings Green to Hot Rod Engines]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/2009-sema-gms-rob-brings/19190/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	Hot rod addicts should be aware that General Motors is exhibiting a new line of crate motors at this year’s Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Called "E-Rod", they passed California’s stringent smog tests. Yet they deliver a lot of...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.autoweek.com/article/20091103/SEMA/911039990">AutoWeek Magazine</a> - SEMA show: GM unveils greener LS3 crate motor in 1955 Chevy:</li>
				</ul><!-- /stories -->
		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/2009-sema-gms-rob-brings/19190/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Automotive</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:11:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[2009 Subaru Legacy GTk ready to hit the Track]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/2009-subaru-legacy-gtk-ready/19256/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	CHERRY HILL, N.J., Nov. /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. is showcasing the Legacy GTk, a concept for a track-ready sport wagon, at the 2009 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Nov. 3-6. A unique design and "added bonus" in the cargo...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://blogs.automotive.com/6588230/auto-shows/automotivecom-does-sema-2009/index.html">Automotive</a> - Automotive.com does SEMA 2009</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/05/that-fiat-got-a-hemi-nope-but-it-still-has-725-hp/">New York Times</a> - That Fiat Got A Hemi? Nope, but It Still Has 725 HP</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://blogs.automotive.com/6602505/auto-shows/mazda-debuts-mazda3-mazdaspeed3-world-challenge-at-2009-sema/index.html">Automotive</a> - Mazda debuts Mazda3, Mazdaspeed3 World Challenge at 2009 SEMA</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/1CGjYas1JEY/">Car and Driver</a> - 2010 Honda Accord Sedan with Mugen Accessories – Auto Shows</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/05/green-and-pony-cars-on-the-same-stage-at-sema-show/">New York Times</a> - "Green" and Pony Cars on the Same Stage at SEMA Show</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/04/sema-trends-thats-a-wrap/">New York Times</a> - S.E.M.A. Trends: That's a Wrap!</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://blogs.consumerreports.org/cars/2009/11/2009-sema-show-all-shades-of-green-project-cars.html">Consumer Reports</a> - 2009 SEMA Show: All shades of green project cars</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/fJFKn942c-g/">Car and Driver</a> - Scion xDs for SEMA – Auto Shows</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/03/sema-show-opens-in-las-vegas/">New York Times</a> - S.E.M.A. Show Opens in Las Vegas</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://blogs.consumerreports.org/cars/2009/11/2009-sema-show-hot-rodders-turning-green.html">Consumer Reports</a> - 2009 SEMA Show: Hot rodders turning green</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=5f9a683381a4afc8614673309526cc88">New York Times</a> - SEMA Show Opens in Las Vegas</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.autoweek.com/article/20091103/SEMA/911039992">AutoWeek Magazine</a> - SEMA show: Roush Mustang gets the gas:</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://blogs.automotive.com/6586757/miscellaneous/2009-sema-mopar-estore-ready-to-take-parts-accessories-orders/index.html">Automotive</a> - 2009 SEMA: Mopar eStore ready to take Parts, Accessories Orders</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/2009-subaru-legacy-gtk-ready/19256/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Automotive</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:11:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[FRANCE: Renault-Nissan alliance inks government battery JV]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/france-renault-nissan-alliance-inks/19132/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/greencarcongress/TrBK/~3/9oiPO3VN1Uc/renaultnissan-alliance-cea-and-fsi-to-form-joint-venture-to-develop-and-manufacture-batteries-for-el.html">Green Car Congress</a> - Renault-Nissan Alliance, CEA and FSI to Form Joint Venture to Develop and Manufacture Batteries for Electric Vehicles</li>
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		]]></description>
	<guid>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/france-renault-nissan-alliance-inks/19132/</guid>
	<dc:creator>Just-auto</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:14:00 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Breaking News: Toyota Motors returns to profit]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/breaking-news-toyota-motors-returns/19266/</link>
	<description><![CDATA[
	Toyota Motor, the world's largest automaker, announced on Thursday a surprise return to profit and upgraded its outlook for the rest of the year. Toyota Motor, the world's largest automaker, announced on Thursday a surprise return to profit and upgraded its outlook for the rest of the year helped...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleDetail.aspx?ArticleID=67081&amp;vf=26">Drive.com</a> - Breaking News: Toyota 'eyes research centre in China'</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.autonews.com/article/20091105/ANA02/911059997/1292">Auto News</a> - Toyota denies allegations of floor-mat cover up</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/greencarcongress/TrBK/~3/bOwtx4yIG3s/toyota-china-20091105.html">Green Car Congress</a> - Report: Toyota To Set Up RD Center in China</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/nov2009/gb2009115_034172.htm">BusinessWeek</a> - Toyota's Cost-Cutting Restores Profits</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.autonews.com/article/20091105/ANA02/311059914/1290">Auto News</a> - Toyota says U.S. business still 'severe'</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.autonews.com/article/20091104/ANA08/911049996/1290">Auto News</a> - Toyota, in a race to cut costs, quits Formula One</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.autonews.com/article/20091104/ANE02/311049932/1317">Auto News</a> - Toyota pulls out of Formula One</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://blogs.automotive.com/6587663/opinion/carmakers-spend-billions-in-r-d/index.html">Automotive</a> - Carmakers spend Billions in R&D</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://apps.detnews.com/apps/blogs/autosblog/index.php?blogid=901">The Detroit News</a> - Chrysler Mexico chief sets targets</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.just-auto.com/article.aspx?id=101912">Just-auto</a> - CHINA: SAIC makes major investment in green vehicles</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://www.freep.com/article/20091103/BUSINESS01/91103051/1014/rss13">Detroit Free Press</a> - TOYOTA: Prius sales up 14%</li>
					<li><a class="source" href="http://traxfer.ft.com/cms/s/0/e0d87258-c8fa-11de-8f9d-00144feabdc0.html?o=%2Frss%2Fcompanies%2Fautomobiles">Financial Times</a> - Toyota set to quit Formula One</li>
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	<dc:creator>Drive.com</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:16:45 PST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Cars Coming Soon-> Chrysler Edition]]></title>
	<link>http://industry.bnet.com/auto/news-analysis/cars-chrysler-edition/19133/</link>
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	My memories of Chrysler are not good. When I was a kid, my parents had a Chrysler Le Baron. It trapped my younger brother in a seat belt that refused to unclick. Not long after, the engine blew up. Thankfully, my brother was already released from the Le Baron’s ugly grasp. I’ve been resentful...
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					<li><a class="source" href="http://blogs.consumerreports.org/cars/2009/11/dodges-major-product-intervention.html">Consumer Reports</a> - Dodge's "Major Product Intervention"</li>
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	<dc:creator>Car Gurus</dc:creator>
	<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:45:05 PST</pubDate>
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