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DAILY NEWSLETTER June 7, 2012

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U.S. unveils blueprint to tackle driver distraction LaHood pushes voluntary efforts over new rules Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said today the agency isn't looking at new regulations to address distracted driving, but rather is calling on automakers to step up voluntary efforts to combat... ... >> story  Published: Jun 7 1:22 pm U.S. Eastern time / UPDATED: 6/7/12 1:42 pm ET - more details, attachment added Advertisement Facebook Delivering Industry Insight at the TLS Auto Social Media Summit Successfully Leveraging Social in Automotive — Social is evolving at an incredible pace, so key to success is executing today while quickly leveraging advancements. Doug Simpson, Manager – Global Marketing will review current OEM and Dealer strategies and provide insights on what's next – with Facebook and Social Media as a whole. For more info visit www.tlsummits.com Snakeskin trim on heated seats driving U.S. pickup sales Chrysler Group and Ford Motor are testing the limits of truck buyers' appetite for pickups loaded with leather, chrome and heated seats at price tags that can top $50,000. ... >> story  Published: Jun 7 9:01 am U.S. Eastern time GM says 2013 Volt will go 3 more miles on electric charge Drivers of the 2013 Chevrolet Volt will be able to drive three miles further solely on electric power, but it will take slightly longer to recharge the new battery, General Motors said today. ... >> story  Published: Jun 7 12:13 pm U.S. Eastern time Follow Automotive News

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