Hybrids Are HotAutomakers that used to downplay the viability of

Hybrids Are Hot
Automakers that used to downplay the viability of gasoline-electric hybrids are now embracing them.
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Zero Air Pollution Company ZAP Obtains Revolving Line of Credit; Plans to Import Fuel-Efficient Automobiles (The Auto Channel)
Transportation pioneer ZAP (PCX:ZP) announced that the company has secured a $425 million revolving line of credit. This line of credit shall be used for the purchase of the Brazilian made Obvio! car as well as Smart and other energy efficient automobiles.

California Supreme Court hears challenge to tobacco freebie ban (San Francisco Chronicle)
Six years after R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. was slapped with a $14.8 million fine for holding cigarette giveaways at six California public events, the company continues to fight the constitutionality of a state law prohibiting tobacco freebies.

THE GUY, NOT THE TRAIL: (Metro Pulse)
From his law office high on the 17th floor of Riverview Tower, Will Skelton can almost see the Will Skelton Greenway. A distinguished and remarkably humble attorney of late middle age, Skelton seems a little embarrassed by the honor, which came as a surprise decree by Mayor Ashe, but only if you bring it up.

2005 Frankfurt Motor Show
MSN Autos brings you highlights from one of Europe's major shows.
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California Supreme Court hears challenge to tobacco freebie ban (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Moving day Associated Press Rick Boltz of Montgomery Heavy Hauling holds on to a transport cable connected to a winch truck as crews prepare to move the 100 year-old landmark Harbison House about 1,000 feet Tuesday, as part of the Nut Tree development project in Vacaville.

New Jeep Concepts
Two concept vehicles, unveiled at Europe's largest auto show, provide a peek into the future of DaimlerChrysler's Jeep brand.
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