rorty:::tort: DAILY: Forecasts drop for 2012, 2013 U.S. auto sales | Dodge, without partner Penske Racing, exits NASCAR | Ford plug-in hybrid launches in 19 markets this fall

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August 7, 2012

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Forecasts drop for 2012, 2013 U.S. auto sales

For much of this year, gains in United States auto sales have been a bright spot in an economy that remains weighed down by joblessness, a still-sluggish housing market and global uncertainty. ... >> story Published: Aug 7 11:09 am U.S. Eastern time / UPDATED: 8/7/12 2:53 pm ET - new story

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Dodge, without partner Penske Racing, exits NASCAR

Chrysler's Dodge brand is withdrawing from NASCAR stock-car racing at the end of the 2012 season, following a decision earlier this year by partner Penske Racing to switch to Ford from Dodge in 2013. ... >> story Published: Aug 7 12:34 pm U.S. Eastern time / UPDATED: 8/7/12 4:15 pm ET - new story

Ford plug-in hybrid launches in 19 markets this fall

Ford plans to introduce the C-Max Energi plug-in hybrid this fall in 19 U.S. markets, followed by a nationwide rollout early next year. The vehicle is powered by a gasoline engine and electric motor that generate up to 195 hp. Ford says the vehicle can travel up to 20 miles on battery power alone. ... >> story Published: Aug 7 8:00 am U.S. Eastern time / UPDATED: 8/7/12 2:21 pm ET - price clarified

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