Auto News Roundup 7-07-09: ‘Cash for Clunkers’ extension possible, Lear files for bankruptcy, Audi starts online pro-diesel movement

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-- Lawmakers say they plan to revisit the ‘cash for clunkers’ program in the fall to consider an extension beyond the $1 billion that is currently set aside. Leftlanenews.com

-- GM and Ford major parts supplier Lear files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. AP

-- Former Ford executive and architect of the Vietnam War Robert McNamara dies at 93. Autoweek / LAT

-- Honda confirms rumors that a new 2010 Accord called the Crosstour is coming this fall. Car and Driver

-- Mini set to launch a 60 mpg Cooper called the ‘One D’ in Europe: a diesel with regenerative braking and start-stop engine. Leftlanenews.com

-- Audi to begin an online pro-diesel movement with the motto ‘Diesel: It’s no longer a dirty word.’

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-- Joni Gray