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Mercedes unveils plug-in hybrid versions of the CLA and GLA

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Mercedes is once more expanding the number of models with plug-in hybrid versions, and it might be particularly good news if you're looking for a less expensive ride. It just introduced PHEV variants of the CLA Coupe (aka sedan, pictured at center),...

BMW Throws Down The Green Gauntlet At The Detroit Auto Show

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This year in Detroit BMW showed a slew of new, small cars like the 1- and 2-Series, and a lighter-weight M3 and M4, in its latest effort to tighten and refine its burgeoning lineup. Mercedes, with...
    






Gadget Watch: Look around in Sony’s video headset

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Gadget Watch: Looking up, down, sideways in Sony's video headset LAS VEGAS (AP) — A virtual-reality headset from Sony almost puts you inside a video by allowing you to widen your view...
    






IBM’s Watson supercomputer gets its own business

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IBM "Jeopardy!" champ computer Watson gets its own business unit, NYC headquarters NEW YORK (AP) — One of the most famous "Jeopardy!" champs of all time is moving to Manhattan...
    






Few ‘wearables’ balance fashion and function

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Gadget show is awash in 'wearable' devices, but questions of acceptance and usefulness remain LAS VEGAS (AP) — Gadget lovers are slipping on fitness bands that track movement and...
    






Gadget Watch: Crystal clear sound in glass speaker

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Gadget Watch: Speaker using acrylic glass offers new take on crystal clear sound LAS VEGAS (AP) — Ever tried to play a tune by rubbing the rim of a crystal wine glass? One...
    






Mercedes-Benz GLA is Revealed Ahead of 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show

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The Mercedes-Benz GLA has been revealed before its time. It was supposed to be uncovered at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. And yet the proverbial cat has been let out the bag beforehand. Its main...