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Auto News For Tuesday, May 10, 2016 – Buick Kills The Verano

Here are the eight must-read, must-watch auto news stories and videos for Tuesday, May 10, 2016. 

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Buick knows most of its U.S. buyers want Encores, Envisions, and Enclaves. What to do with the Verano, Buick’s entry-level sedan based on the previous-generation Chevrolet Cruze? Buick won’t renew the car in North America, Automotive News says, although there’s already a new version of the car in China and the Verano currently accounts for 15% of Buick’s U.S. volume; 35% of Buick’s U.S. car sales.

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