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Honda CR-V, Fit EV set to debut at Los Angeles auto show

Honda has two entries to push at the 2011 Los Angeles auto show on Nov. 16: the upgraded fourth-generation 2012 CR-V and the production version of the 2013 Fit electric vehicle. The all-electric Fit debuted at last year's L.A.

Superb wins Tow Car of the Year

THE SKODA SUPERB Estate has been crowned Tow Car of the Year by the Caravan Club, beating off competition from 40 other entrants including Range Rover and Jaguar. Commenting on the Superb’s ability, the judges remarked: ‘With a loading limit of 100kg on the roof, 80kg on the towball and a boot that scored maximum marks, it’s a very tough act to follow. You wouldn’t know you were towing a caravan.’ Skoda also won the £16,000-£20,000 category with the new Octavia 1.2 TSI, which was praised for its pulling power with such a small engine.

Lincoln offers free maintenance for three years on new cars

If you buy or lease a new Lincoln, forget about paying for routine maintenance for awhile. Lincoln announced a promotion starting Friday that offers free scheduled maintenance for three years or 45,000 miles. The incentive runs through Sept.