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GM Scores With Crossovers

New models steering customers back onto American lots in droves

By Wesley Oliver, Newser Staff

Posted Sep 4, 2007 1:45 PM CDT

(Newser) – In its fierce battle with Asian automakers to reclaim the hearts and keys of American drivers, GM has three reasons to celebrate: the Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia, and Saturn Outlook. The company’s crossover vehicles combine the look of an SUV with the higher fuel... Read full story »

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