Automaker sales look weak this year. [NYT]

Jim Dunne answers the question of who killed the 'merican car. Wait — Jim Dunne's still alive? Who knew? [Popular Mechanics]

Volvo recalling certain 2005 XC90 SUV's for "fire risk." No word yet on if it's the same "fire risk" causing FoMoCo trucks to shoot flames out the exhaust. Oh wait, no, it's got something to do with the vehicle's jack. [SeattlePI.com]

Avis is expanding their "cool cars" with...hybrids? [CNNMoney.com]

Most obvious consumer insurance story ever: "It pays to comparison shop." [CBS News]

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