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Porsche's made boatloads of money off of its Cayenne, and now the German automaker is coming out with a smaller SUV called the Cajun. Naval researchers have figured out how to modify a radar gun to detect suicide bombers . . . and underwire bras! Chrysler is joining the "ratio race" by announcing plans to introduce an eight-speed automatic transmission. All that and more, plus a review of the brand-new Volvo S60.

General Motors IPO was the largest one in history and the U.S. government’s ownership in the company is now down to 33%. Indian automaker Mahindra is in a dispute with its U.S. distributor about shipping its small diesel pick-up to America. The EPA releases its official fuel economy numbers for the Chevy Volt. All that and more, plus a look at the new Chrysler 200.

Electric-vehicle fast-chargers are apparently to blame for causing electrical-grid issues, and according to GM, they can also reduce battery life. Opel is getting itself reclassified as a corporation - AG in German - instead of a limited-liability company - GmbH - to raise money. GM introduced a new electronic logo on top of its Detroit, Michigan headquarters. All that and more, plus John responds to your questions and comments in the "You Said It!" segment.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency certified the Nissan LEAF at 99 miles per gallon -- 2.3 liters per 100 kilometers -- on a combined driving-cycle. GM is rumored to be reintroducing the Holden Commodore in the U.S. Even though the American auto bailouts are still controversial, a recent poll indicates that opposition to them is dropping. All that and more, plus a look at a new type of EV charger.

Hyundai and Kia now sell more cars in Europe than Toyota and Lexus. Kia plans to start selling vehicles on eBay. Utility companies are finally admitting they're worried that an influx of cars plugging into the grid may knock power out in some areas. All that and more, plus John shares his thoughts about the redesigned 2011 Dodge Journey.

A new study says the U.S. government bailouts of GM and Chrysler saved over a million jobs the past two years. Volkswagen plans to invest more than $70 billion in its automotive business over the next five years. General Motors will host open house events at all 54 of its U.S. manufacturing facilities and Aftersales parts warehouses by the end of next year. All that and more, plus a preview of this week’s Autoline Detroit with Laura Soave, the President and CEO of Fiat North America.

General Motors finally launched its initial public offering today. More news from the Los Angeles Auto Show, Toyota announced pricing for its plug-in Prius in Japan. And Lotus announced it will build engines and body kits for the IndyCar racing series starting in 2012. All that and more, plus a look at Hyundai's unique unveil of the all new Elantra.

General Motors announced it will increase the amount of shares it plans to make available for its initial public offering. Cadillac unveiled what it calls the Urban Luxury Concept at the L.A. Auto Show and says it can get high fuel economy. Volkswagen unveiled an updated Eos in Los Angeles and it has a couple of distinct features. All that and more, plus John shares his thoughts on the new Ford Fiesta.

Carlos Ghosn made a bold prediction yesterday: Nissan/Renault plans to build 500,000 electric vehicles annually by the end of 2013. The Chevy Camaro drops its top; GM unveiled the convertible version of its iconic muscle car. New York City is holding a competition called the "Taxi of Tomorrow" to find the best purpose-built people mover. All that and more, plus John critiques the design of the new 2011 Dodge Charger.

Sales of medium- and heavy-duty trucks were up 5.2 percent in October compared to last year. A new study says merging late into construction zone lanes can actually increase traffic flow. Fiat may sell part of its ownership in Ferrari before increasing its stake in Chrysler. All that and more, plus a sneak peak of this week's LA Auto Show.

Volkswagen group reported its global sales figures for the month of October and sales are up almost 10percent. General Electric announced it will purchase 12,000 Chevy Volts for its global fleet of vehicles starting next year. The Eco model of the Chevy Cruze has just been EPA certified at 42 miles per gallon. All that and more, plus John test drives the all new Nissan LEAF in this week's Autoline Detroit preview.

Through September of this year the market share for Japanese automakers has fallen 20 percent in China. The transport minister of the Czech Republic had his driver's license revoked. Ford is unveiling a new technology called "TracKey" on the 2012 Boss 302 Mustang. All that and more, plus Peter De Lorenzo shares his in-depth analysis of GM's decision to jump back into Indy racing.

General Motors posted its third quarter earnings this morning and reported a net income of nearly $2 billion. Renault predicts that rising raw material prices could add up to $1,000 to the cost of a new car by 2015. Ford is expected to build a new Lincoln sport-utility vehicle that's still under development at its plant in Louisville, Kentucky. All that and more, plus John answers your questions in the "You Said It!" segment.

We keep reporting on how car sales are booming in China, but which cars are Chinese consumers buying? Toyota's sales have taken a tumble in China, Europe and the U.S., and now they're dropping in Canada, too. GM announced it will phase out the Mr. Goodwrench brand starting in February. All that and more, plus John takes us on a tour of the interior of the luxurious new Jaguar XJ.

Chrysler reported its third quarter earnings and posted a $239 million operating profit. General Motors will field a Chevrolet-branded twin-turbo V-6 engine for the 2012 IndyCar season. A report by China's ministry for environmental protection says about a third of the 113 cities in the study failed air quality tests due to the influx of cars sold in the country. All that and more, plus guest host Christie Schweinsberg from WardsAuto.com, shares her thoughts on all the EV bashing that’s taking place on the internet.