Can an itsy-bitsy auto survive in the land of the SUV?

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DaimlerChrysler AG is introducing its new subcompact car, Smart ForTwo, in the United States, with an emphasis on marketing its safety features. In the United States, where people favor larger vehicles like SUVs, the two-seater, 8.8 foot long Smart ForTwo is at a disadvantage in collisions. The company will also emphasize the subcompact's low price and low energy use.

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DaimlerChrysler AG is introducing its new subcompact car, Smart ForTwo, in the United States, with an emphasis on marketing its safety features. In the United States, where people favor larger vehicles like SUVs, the two-seater, 8.8 foot long Smart ForTwo is at a disadvantage in collisions.

General services, Marketing procedures, Product introduction, Automobile Manufacturing, New Products/Services, Global Marketing, Autos, Subcompact, Safety and security measures, Subcompact cars, International marketing, DaimlerChrysler Smart ForTwo (Automobile)

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Hyundai Shuffles CEOs in U.S

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A chief executive officer shuffle at Hyundai Motor America of the United States bids goodbye to Bob Cosmai and is installing OK Suk Koh. Reasons included wanting better communication with the United States office at the Chief Executive Officer level.

Executive changes & profiles, Officials and employees, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Hyundai Motor America, Cosmai, Bob, Koh, OK Suk

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Potential buyer Magna set to visit Chrysler

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Magna International Inc., a Canadian auto parts supplier, is considering acquiring Chrysler Group. DaimlerChrysler is considering different options for the U.S. division, including divestment.

Acquisitions & mergers, Motor vehicle parts and accessories, Parent-to-subsidiary activities, Subsidiary-to-parent activities, TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT, Canada, Automobile equipment and supplies industry, Automotive parts industry, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Company acquisition/merger, Transportation equipment industry, Magna International Inc., Chrysler L.L.C., Subsidiaries, divisions and units

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