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Why Swedes Love Classic American Cars

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There was a time when the US was an undisputed leader in cars. Classic American cars are often coveted around the world. Few places are as ga-ga about American automobiles as Sweden. Reporter Angela Bass has the story from Rättvik.

Fuel Efficient SUVs

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Cali SUVs

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CAFE Regulations

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Say No to SUVs

Hybrid Car Roll-out

Leading car manufacturers announced a flurry of new fuel-efficient vehicles recently at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Among these were a handful of SUV hybrids. Host Steve Curwood talks with Paul Eisenstein, publisher of thecarconnection.com, about how these new models will play in the showroom.

SUV Tickets

It? hard enough to find parking in New York City, but a group of environmental activists is making it even harder for sport utility vehicles. They?e handing out tickets, albeit fake, to SUV owners. Host Diane Toomey talks with Carrie McLaren, editor of Stay Free! Magazine and head of this ticket-tagging team.

A Green SUV?

The Ford Motor Company recently announced that it will increase the fuel efficiency of its sport utility vehicle fleet over the next five years. Detroit Free Press reporter Emilia Askari joins host Diane Toomey to discuss this decision.

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Gas prices steady, SUV sales rise

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According to WNYC’s Transportation Nation, sales of SUVs are up. John McEleny, chairman of the National Association of Automobile Dealers, points out one detail: the really, really big vehicles aren’t seeing the same gains.