But ever so subtly, Ford Motor Co. is separating itself from its crosstown rivals, General Motors Corp. and Chrysler LLC. Still a troubled company that is hemorrhaging money -- nearly $24 billion during the past three years -- and losing market share ...

Greener cars the price for automaker aid - PhysOrg

"Some are arguing that, given the very difficult economic situation, we can no longer afford our climate change and energy package," the president of the European Commission, Jose Manuel Barroso (pictured), said in Lisbon on Friday. As giant auto ...

As industry hits skids, L.A. Auto Show pushes efficiency - Detroit Free Press

As government hearings on the auto industry's fate take a Thanksgiving break, car fans in California will visit the Los Angeles Auto Show to see the technology, design and performance that have made cars an integral part of American culture. The L.A ...

Orlando auto show has lots to see and drive - Orlando Sentinel

Thanksgiving typically means two things in Orlando: Turkey and new cars and trucks. The Central Florida International Auto Show begins Wednesday at the Orange County Convention Center and runs through Sunday. The Central Florida Auto Dealers ...

Higher insurance costs erode savings on small cars - The State

This year’s higher gasoline prices are prompting drivers to switch to smaller, more fuel-efficient cars. The trouble is, some of the money they save may be going to higher insurance premiums. Small cars generally cost more to insure than larger ...