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		Life insurance agents target auto segment Motor premiums totalled S$906 million in 2008. 39 car parallel importers get CaseTrust stamp More dealers expected to join scheme, which aims to prevent disputes. US will pull out of GM if no deal by July 10 No intention of nationalizing GM over the long term. US auto sales appear to stabilize June the first time sales have fallen by less than 30%.

>> FORUM TOPICS

See what other road-users are talking about in AsiaOne Motoring Forum

	Don't use public funds to up taxi ridership
	High repair bill, premium, vexes driver
	Why kill a cat over scratches on car?
	Parents with young kids most reckless drivers

>> LATEST COE PRICES

June 2nd bidding

A	$12,899
B	$14,840
C	$12,615
D	$901
E	$15,100

>> News

	BMW is top premium car brand in Asia BMW ranked top automobile brand in China and third most popular in region.

	Lexus' new convertible launched The IS-C is undeniably attractive. 61 units have already been ordered and another five are running on the road.

	Fast lane Volkswagen's 1.4-litre twin-charged engine overall winner at the International Engine of the Year awards, new Chevy centre to be unveiled.

>> TRAFFIC UPDATE

Stamford Road closure for Night Festival 2009: Jul 9-11

>> Motorworld

	She dares to drift Despite being the only female participant, Jane Cheah is confident of giving a good account of herself in the Formula Drift ProAm Series.

	More cars in new format More concrete barricades have also been put up to get your adrenaline pumping when the cars try to kiss the wall.

	Commuters get rap from video Passengers seem to get the joke of the Phua Chu Kang video with its catchy melody of electronic beats.

Ask AA

One of the windows of my car shattered recently when a stone hit it. Is "safety glass" necessary and how does it work?
There are two basic types of safety glass. Plastic laminated glass is used for windshields, while tempered glass is used for the side and rear windows.

>> Drivers

	Staying focused and versatile M'sian actress Fouziah Ghouse is pleased that the car she drives - a Toyota Vios 1.5E automatic - is a fuel sipper.

	'My prayers have been answered', says victim's wife Man surrenders himself in connection with Serangoon hit-and-run case.

>> Owners

	A quick guide to solar films Say bye-bye to a sepia-filmed world. -Advertorial

	On the double with Garmin Two Nuvis at one go. Talk about having a full plate. We find out if the 205 and 710 measure up as a generic vernacular.