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By John Coyle
Editor


Ok, so stealing people's property isn't funny. But it's really hard not to laugh when said property is a robot gorilla, there's a ransom video involved, and the AP story detailing the whole sordid mess mentions a Robot Gorilla Factory. Fortunately, the mechanical primate has been found unharmed, and is being held by Vermont state police until the owners can arrange to pick it up. Let's hope it's not one of the rogue models last seen antagonizing Dale Jr., or that the boys down at the station at least have plenty of Amp Energy on hand. Anyway here's the news:

• Spy shots of the 2010 Mustang interior have surfaced and the big surprise is... nothing, actually. In fact, you really have to study these pictures to see any differences from the current model. But does that really matter? Personally, I think the best thing Ford could do is offer an interior delete package. How cool would that be? Jalopnik
• Yesterday, I wrote about how Las Vegas Hummer is closing, and how that doesn't portend well for the brand. But the real kicker to the story? The owner of the doomed dealership is going to start selling smarts instead. Talk about a total reversal! Wall Street Journal
• Should parents be liable for what their children do behind the wheel? It's an interesting question, and it opens up a gigantic can of worms. One person who thinks it's a bad idea? The Hulkster. For sure. Autoweek
• House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is pushing to give American automakers some 50 billion in loans. Hopefully, the cash infusion will allow America's struggling industry to get back on its feet. But isn't 50 billion, like, pocket change to Uncle Sam? Freep

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