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March 21, 2012

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Chrysler is requiring more minority purchases for parts

DETROIT — Chrysler Group's purchasing boss says his company has put "teeth" into its effort to encourage its largest suppliers to buy more parts from minority businesses.
If the big suppliers fail to do so, Dan Knott says, it could mean lost ... >> story Published: Mar 21 4:04 pm U.S. Eastern time / Last changed: 3/21/12 4:18 pm ET

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GM expects $2 billion in savings from marketing overhaul

DETROIT -- General Motors projects it will save $2 billion over the next five years by sharply consolidating its worldwide marketing and advertising agencies.
In coming days, GM is expected to announce that it will give a few major agencies nearly ... >> story Published: Mar 21 1:59 pm U.S. Eastern time

Retooled Beetle draws more men, aiding VW's prospects

DETROIT -- The VW Beetle is cute as a bug. Unique and recognizable, it's an icon of affordable personal transportation. What it hasn't been: manly.
Once intended as a ride for the common man, it had become a model that put the driver's masculine ... >> story Published: Mar 21 3:04 pm U.S. Eastern time

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