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Today's the Big Day for the Chrysler Group, LLC: the day Sergio Marchionne unveils the new company's five-year recovery plan. Of course, like any CEO worth his bespoke suit, Marchionne understands the importance of being dressed to make a good first impression, so Chrysler has been given a sleek new logo (which has naturally leaked to the interweb before its official debut). The new marque is similar to one already adorning Chrysler vehicles, but like the company itself, it's leaner and more streamlined. As soon as we have details about company's strategic plan, we'll let you know if there's any substance beneath the companies new stylish...

A couple of weeks ago, we reported that Crown -- a consortium of American investors led by former auto industry executives -- is making a play for Volvo. The group's bid for the brand is substantially lower than that of current front-runner Geely, but we pointed out that the Americans do have some advantages at the bargaining table, especially when it comes to one of Ford's biggest concerns: intellectual property. China in general, and Geely in particular, aren't known for respecting IP rights, and as negotiations move forward, we suggested that could become a sticking point.

Apparently, it has become a sticking point.

Two sources close to...