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VIDEO: Insane South Korean Car CrashVIDEO: Insane South Korean Car Crash

by National Confidential | 04 February 2013 | 12:29 am EST

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An amazing dash camera video from a car crash in South Korea is circulating online.

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Media, Sports »

Kaley Cuoco Starring In Toyota Super Bowl CommercialKaley Cuoco Starring In Toyota Super Bowl Commercial

by National Confidential | 07 January 2013 | 5:47 pm EST

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Kaley Cuoco will star in an ad for Toyota in this year’s Super Bowl.

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Celebrity, Media, Sports »

Mercedes To Feature Kate Upton In Super Bowl AdMercedes To Feature Kate Upton In Super Bowl Ad

by National Confidential | 04 January 2013 | 1:21 am EST

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Mercedes will be featuring world famous pin-up Kate Upton in its 2013 Super Bowl ad.

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Politics »

Ex-QB Elway Backs Romney, But Profits Thanks To Auto BailoutEx-QB Elway Backs Romney, But Profits Thanks To Auto Bailout

by National Confidential | 01 October 2012 | 9:25 pm EST

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Current Denver Broncos executive and Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway has endorsed Mitt Romney and appeared at a Romney campaign event, but Elway makes money from the auto bailout Romney opposed.

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Business, National »

Better Off? U.S. Auto Sales BoomingBetter Off? U.S. Auto Sales Booming

by National Confidential | 04 September 2012 | 10:58 am EST

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American auto sales are growing faster than the economy, in a sign of renewed strength for the previously troubled industry.

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Weird »

VIDEO: Stuck Gas Pedal Leads To 120MPH Hell RideVIDEO: Stuck Gas Pedal Leads To 120MPH Hell Ride

by National Confidential | 28 August 2012 | 4:45 pm EST

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A woman’s gas pedal got stuck on her Kia, sending her on a horror filled 120mph trip on the highway.

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Celebrity, Politics »

Romney Has Same $55,000 Car Elevator As Britney SpearsRomney Has Same $55,000 Car Elevator As Britney Spears

by National Confidential | 20 June 2012 | 8:33 am EST

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You wouldn’t think there would be much in common between Mitt Romney and Britney Spears, but there is: Car elevators.

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Sports »

Olympic Champ Usain Bolt In Car AccidentOlympic Champ Usain Bolt In Car Accident

by National Confidential | 10 June 2012 | 11:53 am EST

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Fastest man alive Usain Bolt was involved in a car accident in Jamaica.

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Celebrity »

Lindsay Lohan Crash: Producer Reveals Driving BanLindsay Lohan Crash: Producer Reveals Driving Ban

by National Confidential | 08 June 2012 | 10:28 pm EST

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Lindsay Lohan wasn’t supposed to be driving when she crashed her car today.

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Business, National »

Recovery Watch: New Car Sales SurgeRecovery Watch: New Car Sales Surge

by National Confidential | 22 March 2012 | 10:20 pm EST

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In yet another sign of economic recovery in America, new car sales surged to start 2012 at a pace that would be the best the auto industry has had since 2007.

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Politics »

Bankruptcy Judge: If We Listened To Romney, Chrysler Would Be DeadBankruptcy Judge: If We Listened To Romney, Chrysler Would Be Dead

by National Confidential | 05 March 2012 | 8:00 am EST

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The federal bankruptcy judge who presided over Chrysler’s bankruptcy told ABC News that if Mitt Romney’s advice had been followed, the auto giant would be dead with thousands of jobs lost.

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Politics »

Autos To Spell Out “Let Detroit Go Bankrupt” As Union Greets Romney In DetroitAutos To Spell Out “Let Detroit Go Bankrupt” As Union Greets Romney In Detroit

by National Confidential | 24 February 2012 | 2:55 am EST

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A source tells National Confidential that 26 American cars will be arranged by the United Auto Workers to echo Mitt Romney’s infamous “Let Detroit Go Bankrupt” op-ed when he visits Ford Field on Friday.

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Politics »

Car Czar: Romney Rhetoric On Auto Rescue Is “Utter Fantasy”Car Czar: Romney Rhetoric On Auto Rescue Is “Utter Fantasy”

by National Confidential | 23 February 2012 | 10:47 pm EST

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Mitt Romney’s rhetoric when discussing the Obama administration’s rescue of the domestic auto industry is "utter fantasy," according to Steven Rattner — the man who administered much of the program.

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Politics »

Desperate In Michigan: Trump To Push Romney Message On RadioDesperate In Michigan: Trump To Push Romney Message On Radio

by National Confidential | 19 February 2012 | 10:10 pm EST

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Reality TV star Donald Trump is set to push Mitt Romney’s message on Michigan talk radio in the week ahead.

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Politics »

Republican Ex-GM Vice Chairman Picks Santorum Over RomneyRepublican Ex-GM Vice Chairman Picks Santorum Over Romney

by National Confidential | 19 February 2012 | 9:56 pm EST

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Bob Lutz, the former vice-chairman of auto giant GM is a Republican, and he’s voting in Michigan for Rick Santorum over Mitt Romney.

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Media »

Adriana Lima Starring In Kia Super Bowl AdAdriana Lima Starring In Kia Super Bowl Ad

by National Confidential | 16 January 2012 | 11:14 pm EST

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Supermodel Adriana Lima will be starring in an ad for Kia during the upcoming Super Bowl.

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Business »

Hyundai Elantra Wins 2012 North American Car of the YearHyundai Elantra Wins 2012 North American Car of the Year

by National Confidential | 09 January 2012 | 8:43 am EST

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The Hyundai Elantra has won the 2012 North American Car of the year.

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Business »

Auto Sales Could Hit 8 Month HighAuto Sales Could Hit 8 Month High

by National Confidential | 31 October 2011 | 10:14 pm EST

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Auto sales could hit an eight month high in October, according to forecasts from economists.

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Breaking News, National »

10 Most Popular Cars With Car Thieves 2011; Escalade Tops List10 Most Popular Cars With Car Thieves 2011; Escalade Tops List

by National Confidential | 25 August 2011 | 6:06 pm EST

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The Highway Loss Data Institute has released their list of the most popular car with car thieves for 2011, and the Cadillac Escalade tops the list.

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Business, Celebrity »

Jetta Sales Boom Thanks To Katy Perry?Jetta Sales Boom Thanks To Katy Perry?

by National Confidential | 01 July 2011 | 5:44 pm EST

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(National Confidential) — The sale of VW Jettas just hit their best month ever in the USA, and it may be thanks to Katy Perry. VW announced that sales of the Jetta were 88% higher than last year, even though reviews for the 2011 model were not great.

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National »

2011 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,0002011 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000

by National Confidential | 27 June 2011 | 12:04 pm EST

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(National Confidential) — Kelly Blue Book has released their annual list of the 10 “coolest” cars under the price of $18,000. Here is the list:

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Business »

Want An American Car? Buy A CamryWant An American Car? Buy A Camry

by National Confidential | 27 June 2011 | 6:35 am EST

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(National Confidential) — For the third year in a row, the Toyota Camry is the most “American” car available on the market.

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Report: 56.2 MPG To Be New US Fuel StandardReport: 56.2 MPG To Be New US Fuel Standard

by National Confidential | 26 June 2011 | 4:08 pm EST

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(National Confidential) — By 2025, all new US cars may be mandated to get an average of 56.2 miles per gallon. A Wall Street Journal report indicates that Obama administration officials have presented the proposal to Detroit automakers.

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Crime »

Top 10 Cities For Car Theft In 2010Top 10 Cities For Car Theft In 2010

by National Confidential | 23 June 2011 | 11:19 am EST

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The National Insurance Crime Bureau has released its list of the top 10 cities where cars have been stolen in the U.S. Here are the top 10 cities for car theft in 2010: 1. Fresno, Calif. 2. Modesto, Calif. 3. Bakersfield-Delano, Calif. 4. Spokane, Wash. 5. Vallejo-Fairfield, Calif. 6. Sacramento–Arden-Arcade–Roseville, Calif. 7. Stockton, Calif. 8. [...]

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Business »

GM Boss Dan Akerson Wants Higher Gas TaxesGM Boss Dan Akerson Wants Higher Gas Taxes

by National Confidential | 07 June 2011 | 6:05 pm EST

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(NationalConfidential.com) — Dan Akerson, the CEO of General Motors, wants higher gas prices. Akerson’s idea is that higher gas prices will lead to a demand for more fuel efficient cars.

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News »

15 Best Family Cars Of 201115 Best Family Cars Of 2011

by National Confidential | 07 June 2011 | 1:17 am EST

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Parents magazine and Edmunds have released their list of the 15 best family cars of 2011. Here they are: Sedans Hyundai Sonata* (starts at $19,195) Honda Accord (starts at $21,180) Subaru Legacy (starts at $19,995) Budget Ford Fiesta* (starts at $13,320) Honda Fit (starts at $15,100) Mazda 3* (starts at $15,400) Crossovers Mazda 5 (starts [...]

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Business »

Consumers See Gas Prices DroppingConsumers See Gas Prices Dropping

by National Confidential | 06 June 2011 | 6:43 am EST

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Kelley Blue Book’s latest survey of new and used car shoppers sees a dramatic reversal in how people view gas prices.

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PHOTO: 2012 VW BeetlePHOTO: 2012 VW Beetle

by National Confidential | 18 April 2011 | 1:36 pm EST

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Volkswagen has redesigned the Beetle for 2012. Check out the new 2012 Beetle: 2012 Beetle picture

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Tech »

Nissan Leaf Has Starting GlitchNissan Leaf Has Starting Glitch

by National Confidential | 11 April 2011 | 7:23 am EST

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“Some owners are complaining that their Leaf electric car won’t restart, Reuters reports. The problem appears due to an air-conditioning unit, but it’s unclear whether the issue is bad hardware or faulty software.” READ MORE

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Business »

Toyota To Shut Down North American PlantsToyota To Shut Down North American Plants

by National Confidential | 04 April 2011 | 5:23 pm EST

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Economic Times: A Toyota Motor Corp. spokesman says it’s inevitable that the company will have to shut down its North American factories due to shortages of parts from Japan. Spokesman Mike Goss says the shutdowns are likely to take place later this month, affecting about 25,000 workers. But he says no layoffs are expected.

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Science »

Crash Test Dummies Needed For Fat KidsCrash Test Dummies Needed For Fat Kids

by National Confidential | 14 March 2011 | 5:52 pm EST

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“Stringent federal testing laws only apply to seats that are designed to carry children who weigh less than 65 pounds. But with more than 10 per cent of two to three-year-olds now obese – and over that weight limit – it is feared federally accredited child seat tests and the dummies they use do not [...]

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Entertainment »

VIDEO: Chrysler 200 Detroit Super Bowl Ad Starring EminemVIDEO: Chrysler 200 Detroit Super Bowl Ad Starring Eminem

by National Confidential | 06 February 2011 | 9:18 pm EST

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Watch the Chrysler ad from Super Bowl XLV starring Eminem in a love letter to the city of Detroit. “Imported from Detroit” was the ad’s tagline. VIDEO: Chrysler Detroit Super Bowl Ad Starring Eminem

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Dita Von Teese Renault Ad Banned From UK Daytime TV (VIDEO)Dita Von Teese Renault Ad Banned From UK Daytime TV (VIDEO)

by National Confidential | 06 February 2011 | 9:12 pm EST

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A sexy ad from burlesque star Dita Von Teese for Renault has been banned from daytime television in the UK for being too racy. Watch Dita Von Teese’s banned ad for Renault

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Business »

Rolls-Royce Sales Increase 170% In 2010Rolls-Royce Sales Increase 170% In 2010

by National Confidential | 10 January 2011 | 12:36 pm EST

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The rich got rolling last year, pushing Rolls-Royce Motor Cars to its highest sales figures since BMW took over the company seven years ago. The luxury automaker said Monday that it sold 2,711 cars in 2010, up 171 percent over the previous year. READ MORE

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Chevy Volt Named North American Car Of The YearChevy Volt Named North American Car Of The Year

by National Confidential | 10 January 2011 | 8:57 am EST

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Chevy Volt picture The Chevy Volt has been named North American Car Of The Year by a panel of 49 automotive journalists. The Ford Explorer was named North American Truck Of The Year.

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