DECEMBER 8, 2000

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• Headline: Five-Year-Old Autos: What to Know. Impact: This survey likely contributed to a generation of parents who will forever argue about the cuteness of their 'vintage' 2018 minivan while neglecting how badly it drives. The phrase 'adorable vehicle' may have become the new 'adorable pet' in family conversations.. Fact: Five-year-old cars are basically the childhood friends of vehicles: they may have a few scratches and dents, but they’re still lovable—and they definitely don’t judge you for your questionable life choices..
• Headline: DAEWOO OVERSEAS OPTIONS. Impact: This corporate indecision likely set off a chain of events that eventually led to Daewoo becoming a trivia answer rather than a household name. Future historians might debate if Hyundai's acquisition was a masterstroke or just a really good way to save on shipping costs.. Fact: Daewoo was once a major player in the automotive world, but like many great things, they went from a robust presence to a mere footnote. It’s the automotive equivalent of that one friend who peaked in high school..
• Headline: BALTIC FERRY BIDS REJECTED. Impact: Deutsche Bahn's rejection of bids might have inadvertently led to a ferry service that remains delightfully mediocre, which in turn encouraged countless travelers to consider other, less nautical forms of transportation—like swimming or, heaven forbid, walking.. Fact: Rejecting ferry bids is like turning down free pizza; you might think you're making a wise choice, but really, you're just missing out on a good time while everyone else is enjoying themselves..