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High Gas Prices Are Good for Detroit

Demand rising for electric alternatives, so makers, legislators must seize moment

By Dustin Lushing, Newser Staff

Posted Jun 9, 2008 12:25 PM CDT

(Newser) – Sky-high gas prices are finally pushing top US auto-makers to turn out fuel-efficient vehicles, and both Detroit and Washington should keep the pedal down to make a permanent change in how, and what, Americans drive, the US top car salesman tells the Wall Street Journal.... Read full story »

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