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Isuzu and General Motors have had a long engine development partnership, especial in the production of diesel powerplants. But that is coming to an end overseas.

Isuzu Motors Ltd. and General Motors Co. will "end their partnership in diesel engine development, an area where the Detroit-based automaker now plans to go it alone," the Nikkei business daily reported.

"We won't be developing (engines) again with GM," the business daily quoted Isuzu President Susumu Hosoi…

Buick is riding the coattails of sister car Chevrolet Cruze, but not in a bad way. New details say that the 2012 Buick Verano will ride on the Chevrolet Cruze chassis, and be part of a smaller car segment within the automaker's line-up.

A dealer survey reveals the Verano will likely have "four different trim levels" and run buyers anywhere from $20,900 to $21,500 for the entry level. Shoppers can also upgrade…