They star ex-models, ex-sports stars, would-be Marilyns, future Presidents (and First Ladies), dead rock stars, and has-beens of all types.

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This year will be the most dramatic so far in the rehabilitation, with a dozen models produced under the star designer Shiro Nakamura.

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Karren Brady, one of Britain's most high-profile businesswomen and star of BBC One show The Apprentice, believes strong female role models are essential.

BBC: Guides claim lack of female role models 'could be damaging'

Some models sold in Brazil, like the Chinese-made JAC J3, scored only one star in a recent crash test despite having air bags and antilock brakes.

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