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Auto News For Monday, February 8, 2016 – The Best Super Bowl 50 Car Commercial Was…

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Here are the six must-read, must-watch auto news stories and videos for Monday, February 8, 2016.

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Chrysler has temporarily cancelled production of the 200 midsize sedan. Why? Because dealers already have way more 200s than they can sell, because the 200 isn’t selling well, because consumers who do still want a midsize car – and not a Cherokee – want better midsize cars.

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