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President Obama visits Michigan - the heart of the U.S. auto industry - today on a mission to convince taxpayers that their investment in the bailouts of General Motors Co. and Chrysler Group LLC will bring a return.

Japan's biggest auto parts maker swung to a profit in the latest quarter and cited recovering markets in North America and Asia for its improved outlook.

Honda posted its best quarterly operating profit in nearly 3 years today on brisk sales in the U.S., China and other Asian markets. The automaker also raised its forecasts despite a sharp rise in the yen.

About 400 workers at Ford's engine plant in Windsor, Ontario, will lose their jobs as Ford completes a planned move to a single shift. Ford made the announcement a day after General Motors shuttered its transmission plant in the city.

In exchange for U.S. bailout money that reached $85 billion, the auto industry has been restructured, and 'you now have all those auto companies showing a profit," Obama said.

Plastics create oil with energy to spare. In the search for alternate fuel sources a process called Plastic2Oil (P2O) looks promising. It converts plastic waste to a fuel similar to biofuel.

Check your tires before your trip. Car tires are a very important part of vehicle safety. Always check your tire's air pressure and tread wear before a road trip. Make these simple checks a part of your monthly vehicle maintenance.

Make Your Next Road Trip An Enjoyable One with these on the road safety tips. Driving vacations can be lots of fun for the entire family, but before you leave here are some common sense safety tips to double check.

The road to safety or how to be safe in your car is an interesting article with some common sense car care tips for you. Make sure your car is in good running condition and you will ensure the safety of yourself and your passengers.

Technology tips for traveling with tots because children can get fussy and bored while they are traveling. If you are planning a road trip with your kids read this article about how to make a car ride or plane trip more enjoyable.