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Consumer Reports: Tesla and other domestic brands take big steps backwards in reliability rankings

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Making air suspension and AWD standard in the 2017 model has added more complexity and more things that could potentially falter. When compared to the average non-turbo engine among 2016-2018 models, overall, Lexus makes the most reliable turbo powertrain, followed by Honda and Porsche. —Jake Fisher.

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. Earlier post.).

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