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Letters: AT needs an attitude change; Three Strikes justice
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Test, fail, get a free critique: Woman giving driving lessons says she's lost 75% of her customers
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Hamilton City Council lowers speed limit near schools
Depending on the school's location, the speed limit is permanent or "variable".
Elon Musk flies in to meet China’s premier as Tesla fights local rivals
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EV maker has falling global sales, ageing model lineup, tumbling stock price.