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June 18, 2012

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Clay Dean, stylist behind Cadillac's resurgence, gets broader role in GM design makeover

Clay Dean, the GM designer who oversaw the reboot of the Cadillac brand in recent years, is taking on a more expansive role as GM restructures global design to strengthen its global brands. ... >> story Published: Jun 18 3:03 pm U.S. Eastern time

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Luxury incentives rise as Lexus, Mercedes, BMW fight for sales crown
Lexus sets pace as discounts climb 54%

U.S. consumers are getting better deals on luxury cars and SUVs this year as the top brands clear out old models and race to be No. 1 in sales. Toyota's Lexus unit has led the rise in customer incentives. ... >> story Published: Jun 17 7:19 pm U.S. Eastern time [REG]

Honda: 2013 Accord one of 'most feature-rich vehicles we've ever made'

Honda watchers counting on a restyled 2013 Accord to reignite the Japanese automaker's sales spark in the United States may be disappointed by the first spy images emerging of the sedan. ... >> story Published: Jun 16 12:01 am U.S. Eastern time

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