How the US fell out of love with its cars

How the US fell out of love with its cars (Mail and Guardian)
For John McVeigh, making cars was not just a job; it was his shot at the American Dream. He had left Glasgow a young, wide-eyed man at 21 and ended up in Detroit, lured by the huge factories churning out the cars that defined 20th century United States life.

Volvo to Offer New Small Car
The Swedish automaker unveils a small car intended for young professionals in urban areas.
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Motor Trader - Hot News (Motor Trader)
Sales of new diesel cars in Europe will this year outstrip petrol sales for the first time, industry analysts are predicting.

Hot Wheels, Barbie sales slide worldwide (The Monterey County Herald)
Fourth-quarter profit slid 2 percent at Mattel Inc., the world's largest toy maker, as sales of its Barbie and Hot Wheels brands slumped, the company said Monday.

Unwanted cars take their final journey (Wairarapa Times-Age)
Masterton District Council's first car amnesty of the year finished on Sunday, with 108 unwanted cars dropped off at the Masterton tip in nine days.