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It's hard to believe the Sterling Heights manufacturing was on rocky ground just two short years ago. In 2009, Chrysler didn't even include the plant in their reorganization plans. Now, it's where they build the 200 and Avenger. It's also the facility in which Chrysler has just promised to invest $165 million to build a new, state-of-the art body shop. This is in addition to the $850-million paint shop Chrysler promised?

All right all you Beetle fans...get ready. If you thought the resent redesign of the 2012 Volkswagen was impressive. You're absolutely going to love the Beetle R concept, the German automaker just revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show. It's sportier. It's more indulgent. And, it pushes the more masculine silhouette of the 2012 model about three steps further.

With the renowned "R" Moniker, the Volkswagen Beetle R Concept promises premium performance…