Wankel semidiesel seen as big oil saver
Detroit report notes that converting all passenger cars and trucks to semidiesel Wankel rotary engines could save more than 500 million barrels of oil annually. Robert Brooks argues a hybrid Wankel would mix diesel efficiency with small engine practicality, boosting fuel economy and cutting owner costs amid pending emission standards.
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GM Warranty Fraud Scandal Exposes New York Zone
A GM investigation into warranty abuse in the New York zone uncovers a system of favoritism and fraud involving service managers, zone reps, and dealers. Prosecutors charge George O Edgerly with murder tied to a Lowell dealership death and indict R Gordon Butler for conspiracy.
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Chrysler to drop full size autos in 1977 plan
Chrysler Corp plans to eliminate all full size autos in fall 1977 as part of a three year shift to smaller fuel efficient cars. The Imperial luxury line will be dropped this fall while new luxury compacts debut in 1977.
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American Freedom Train draws crowds to Archbold three-day stay
About 12 000 people visited Archbold Ohio to tour the American Freedom Train over its three day stay. Officers estimated 9 000 attended Friday evening while 3 000 were present Saturday morning for the moving walkway tour.
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