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New Cars Embody Innovation, Craftsmanship

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Watch this video about new cars at the 2007 NAIAS. General Motors unveiled the new Cadillac CTS and Malibu at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in January. They combine advanced technologies and electronics with the elegance of old-world craftsmanship. See how car design works in this video from Medialink.

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Taxi Cab of the Future (1:03)

The New York International Auto Show featured the latest from all the big manufacturers, but no car shined greater than the new New York taxi cab. This model is 30% more fuel efficient than current cabs and provides much more head room.

Designing the GM Car of the Future (1:31)

Watch this video about General Motors car designs on HowStuffWorks. Every year General Motors invites top college students to intern in its Design Center, where behind tight security, the automaker develops its future models. This year, with reality... More »

American Cars Making a Comeback (1:40)

Watch this Medialink video to see how American automakers are fighting to overcome the perception that domestic cars are equal to or superior in quality and design to their foreign counterparts. GM is helping to lead the charge with new car models.

Small is Big at the NY Auto Show (2:08)

Facing concerns about the economy and the environment, automakers showcased smaller, greener cars at the New York Auto Show. The show also included an AirCar that flies at 200mph and drives about 80mph with its wings folded up.

Auto Factory (1:31)

From the Archives of Discovery: Take a close-up look at how cars are manufactured in this auto factory. Learn more about auto factories in this video.

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Auto Factory (1:31)

From the Archives of Discovery: Take a close-up look at how cars are manufactured in this auto factory. Learn more about auto factories in this video.

How Car Designers Work (4:22)

What does it take to design and build a car? Find out in this HowStuffWorks video interview with the designer of the Ford Focus.

How Car Design Works (2:08)

How hard it is to design a car for the modern driver? Find out in this HowStuffWorks video featuring the designer of the Ford Focus.