NEWS ABOUT: Chevy Malibu
Chevy Malibu stories: 2 news briefs
Even in SUVs, Americans opt for smaller engines to conserve on gas

Los Angeles Times May 31, 08 2:39 PM CDT
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Instead of saving on gas by getting smaller cars, many Americans are buying cars with smaller engines. Four-cylinder autos have been zooming off lots nationwide, leaving six-cylinder rides in the dust: Three quarters of mid-size cars sold in May sported the smaller engine, a swerve away from a trend in ever-bigger motors, the Los Angeles Times reports.
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Mazda CX-9 wins best truck at Detroit auto show

CNN Jan 13, 08 4:26 PM CST
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General Motors' goal of taking on the Camry and Accord got a boost today as the Chevy Malibu won North American Car of the Year at Detroit’s auto show, CNNMoney.com reports. Its Corvette-inspired twin-cockpit design, and a body shape similar to European luxury cars, has already won media accolades. Truck of the Year went to the Mazda CX-9, which beat out two GM finalists for the prize.
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