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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1974

Page

4

AMC price tags rise nearly 400 on 1975 models

American Motors Corp announced price hikes averaging 384 dollars about 9.9 percent for 1975 models, with options up 15 dollars. GM, Chrysler, and Ford also lifted prices. The compact Hornet and Matador lines saw substantial increases, and Jeep models led gains up to 600 dollars. AMC aims to have inventory ready by mid November despite higher costs.

UPL American Motors Co Jeep General Motors Chrysler Ford AMC Roy D. Chapin Jes Chapin United Auto Workers William V. Guneberg

First road fuel use drop seen since forty three

Washington AP reports the Federal Highway Administration predicts 1974 highway fuel use will be 106.8 billion gallons, 3.3 percent below 1973, the first drop since 1943 when gasoline rationing occurred. Diesel figures for July are unavailable. overall seven month use remains 4.6 percent under last year.

Washington Federal “Highway' Administration The Highway Administration Tts

Episcopal Rector Teaches Sex Education for Adults

In Denver Northglenn, Rev. Marion Hammond and his wife Opal lead a sex education course for adults at St Thomas Episcopal Church. They say sex should center on relationships not just orgasm, with partners as playmates and a belief that middle-aged couples can share lasting love.

Marion Hammond Opal Denver Marion Hammonds Hefner Hammond Denver Suburh Northglenn J. Thomas Episcopal Church Tie

Nations map oil share pact across world

A 12 nation group including the United States, Japan, Canada, Norway and all Common Market countries except France has drafted an oil sharing agreement. The pact aims to meet future emergencies and shortages, the author said Monday.

Copeniagen Denmark United States Japan Canada Norway Xcept Framre

VW Defends Gas Figures in Ads Under FTC Review

VW of America defended its fuel economy claims for the 2 liter Porsche 914 and Audi models, saying tests from New York to Washington showed better mileage than advertised. The FTC had challenged several automakers over ads during the fuel shortage, demanding proof that the claims reflect typical driver results.

Washington UPI Volkswagen of America Inc Federal Trade Commission New York Porsche Audi FRC Torch Motor Co General Motors FTC Volkswagen Ford Pard Pord San Diego

Vol on a 1085 equity trip details test run

GM submitted detailed information noting the test was run and UL reported.

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Test shows cars improve mileage at higher speeds

A test demonstrated that automobile fuel efficiency increases when driven at higher speeds, with miles per hour influencing mileage. The result implies design improvements in cars to optimize mileage at certain speed ranges.

Civic Center Offices Open With Updated Hours

Mb offices cover Civic Center are open on Sam lof pandor reputar hours call the office mearent yar.

Civic Center Sam Lof Pandor Reputar

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