Stock market, China don't slow Aug. sales paceAuto News

American consumers bought new cars and trucks at a brisk pace in August, and they're likely to continue doing so in September, despite falling stock prices and worries about the Chinese economy.

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Golf family's sizzling sales spur hope for VW comebackAuto News

The Golf family is having an outsize effect on VW's performance in the U.S. market, and its success is a function of changes in manufacturing and product planning that could ultimately strengthen the rest of the brand's lineup.

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Automotive News is on the lookout for talented execs on the riseAuto News

Do you know a young leader at an automaker or supplier in North America? Automotive News is seeking nominations for the Rising Stars award.

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Fields, Ghosn lead Congress lineupAuto News

Ford Motor Co. CEO Mark Fields and Renault-Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn will head a star-studded lineup of speakers at the Automotive News World Congress in January.

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Why won't GM play ball with Marchionne?Auto News

Sergio Marchionne's fixation with a General Motors merger says a lot about how he views the future prospects of FCA as a standalone entity. And GM's reticence to engage says a lot about how Mary Barra and Co. view their own.

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Jeep pickup ahead; diesel Wrangler possibleAuto News

Fiat Chrysler's plan to expand Wrangler production in Toledo, Ohio, not only means a Wrangler-based pickup is on the way, but it makes possible a diesel-powered Wrangler for the U.S.

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Large, lively extravaganza boasts crucial debutsAuto News

Key launches from Alfa Romeo, Jaguar, Infiniti and Bentley, along with product offensives from BMW and Mercedes-Benz, will help make this year's Frankfurt auto show a rich smorgasbord.

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For Maine dealer, making friends is a snapAuto News

A Maine dealership group uses a photo booth and ice cream truck to engage would-be customers at community events.

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Marchionne says desired tie-up with GM 'high priority'Auto News

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Sergio Marchionne said a tie-up with General Motors was a "high priority" for the company and a merger between the two carmakers was also the best strategic option for its U.S. rival.

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