NADA Spotlights Convention Speaker: Hyundai CEO John Krafcik
In an interview with NADAFrontPage.com, John Krafcik, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor America, discusses what he values most about attending the National Automobile Dealers Association Convention and Expo, working with dealers to improve customer satisfaction and enhancing its brand image. Krafcik will deliver an in ... Continue reading
2014 Mazda6 First Drive Launch Review By Larry Nutson
The All-new 2014 Mazda6 First drive road report By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, New York Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_1648) Last year when I first saw photos of the all-new Mazda6 in various on-line news releases I was immediately impressed and attracted by its refreshing new exterior design. The "Soul of Motion" KODO d ... Continue reading
Toyota Dealerships in Northern California and Central Valley today announced a yearlong partnership with the Greater Bay Area, Northeastern California and Central California Make-A-Wish chapters, furthering its philanthropic community efforts to improve the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions. No ... Continue reading
Hey Mac What's Up? - New Car Distribution Looms as NADA Meeting Issue
By Mac Gordon Senior Editor at large Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Is the growing dependency of the domestic Big Three on Europe a hurdle or a mudhole for North American dealers. This issue is likely to be raised as a critical problem at the NADA convention meetings in mid-February. U.S. dealers are voicing concerns ... Continue reading
Mazda Named Most Affordable Cost of Ownership By Kelley Blue Book
Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced that it has been recognized by Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com as having the most affordable five-year cost of ownership among any other automotive manufacturer. As a result, Mazda is the recipient of the "2013 5-Year Cost to Own Award" while the Mazda5 received the "20 ... Continue reading
Schindler Elevator Corporation Reduces Greenhouse Gases with New Vehicle Fleet
Continuing its commitment to conducting business activities in harmony with society and the environment, Schindler Elevator Corporation is replacing more than 500 sedans in their North American vehicle fleet with the Toyota Prius Two, a gas-electric hybrid car which is expected to reduce greenhouse gases by 42% over th ... Continue reading
2013 Cadillac SRX Rocky Mountain Review By Dan Poler
By Dan Poler Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Channel The 2013 SRX represents the best-selling model in Cadillacâs lineup and received its last significant redesign in 2010. New for 2013 are a host of interior features, mostly designed around Cadillacâs User Experience (CUE) infotainment setup. We recently spen ... Continue reading
Live Webchat at 2013 Chicago Auto Show to Discuss All-New Mopar 13 Dart
Consumers and journalists are invited to join Mopar Brand President and CEO Pietro Gorlier and designer Mark Trostle for a live webchat during the Chicago Auto Show to discuss the all-new Mopar 13 Dart at Noon EST on Thursday, Feb. 7 on the Chrysler Communications Livestream Channel. Gorlier and Trostle will discuss th ... Continue reading
Cars.com Launches "ALL DRIVE. No drama." with Ad on Sunday's Big Game
In front of an audience of 108 million viewers, Cars.com, debuted the first ad of its new campaign during Sunday's Big Game. Cars.com, which has been asking fans the question, "why drama?" answered the question with a brand-new campaign entitled " ALL DRIVE. No drama." "After testing the concept with actual car buyers ... Continue reading
NADA U Launches Enhanced NADA University Online
NADA U Launches Enhanced NADA University Online Offering New Features, Individualized Training Experience McLean, VA (February 5, 2013) NADA University, the education and training arm of the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), has launched an enhanced and enriched NADA University Online with new and expa ... Continue reading
How Electric Cars Are Helped By Crowdfunding Ultra Fast Cell Phone Battery Charge
Test results by Potential Difference, Inc. have shown charge times measured in minutes rather than hours for off the shelf lithium ion batteries, which are used in consumer electronics products such as cell phones and laptop computers and in electric automobiles, without overheating -- the result of an exclusive licens ... Continue reading
McQueen Takes Home 1964 Continuation Shelby Cobra from the Carroll Shelby Foundation
Even though he isn't related to the The King of Cool," a McQueen will once again be behind the wheel of a Shelby Cobra as a result of the 2012 Win-A-Shelby raffle. Ronald McQueen will be a celebrity in Pennsylvania when he pulls up in a rare, 50th anniversary Shelby Cobra continuation car. Hosted by the Carroll Shelb ... Continue reading
Happily Ever After With Your Car
Feb. 5, If you want to add more years to the relationship between you and your car, give it a little extra attention this Valentine's Day in the form of an oil change, tune-up or other loving service to make sure it runs happily ever after. Just a little extra care can lead to a longer life for your car, says the Car C ... Continue reading
The ceramic based material that originally allowed F1 teams to exploit the 'blown diffuser' aerodynamic advantage has made its road car debut on Aston Martin's One-77. ... Continue reading
A McQueen Takes Home 1964 Continuation Shelby Cobra from the Carroll Shelby Foundation
GARDENA, Calif.--Even though he isnââ¬â¢t related to the ââ¬ÅThe King of Cool,ââ¬??? a McQueen will once again be behind the wheel of a Shelby Cobra as a result of the 2012 Win-A-Shelby raffle. Ronald McQueen will be a celebrity in Pennsylvania when he pulls up in a rare, 50th anniversary Sh ... Continue reading
Delphi Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2012 Financial Results
GILLINGHAM, England & TROY, Mich.--Delphi Automotive , a leading global vehicle components manufacturer, today reported fourth quarter 2012 revenues of $3.8 billion, a decrease of 3.4% from the prior year period, the result of further reductions in European production and continued weakness of the Euro and Brazilian Re ... Continue reading
Nitto Tire Sponsors King of the Hammers Off-Road Challenge and Six Teams Vying for 4x4 Championship
Nitto Tire returns again this year as Presenting Sponsor and sponsor of six topnotch off-road racing teams for the grueling seventh running of the Griffin King of the Hammers Presented by Nitto Tire on Fri., Feb. 8, 2013. The tough 4x4 race will be the culmination of this year's week-long event billed as the most impre ... Continue reading
Auto Dealers Expect Sales Growth in 2013, Chase Auto Finance Survey Finds
Automotive dealers expect an increase in sales in 2013, according to a new survey from Chase Auto Finance. The Chase Auto Finance Dealer Survey, which reveals dealersââ¬â¢ 2013 expectations on hiring, financing, auto industry trends and the U.S. and local economy, also found that an overwhelming majority of ... Continue reading
National Insurance Crime Bureau Names 10 Most-Stolen SUVs/CUVs
Cadillac Escalade Thefts Greatly Exaggerated DES PLAINES, Ill., Feb. 5, 2013 -- The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released a new report that examines thefts of sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and crossover utility vehicles (CUVs) reported stolen between Jan. 1, 2008, and June 30, 2012. The data was further ... Continue reading
New Green Motor Technology by AC Kinetics Can Eliminate 26 Million Tons of CO2, 104B KwH
A new green technology developed by startup company AC Kinetics, Inc. will help eliminate as much as 26 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually from the air we breathe, while also reducing electricity usage by about 104 billion KwH. This next generation motor control is compatible with existing AC induction mot ... Continue reading
KBB.com Announces 2013 5-year Cost to Own Award Winners
The 2013 model-year vehicles and brands (in both luxury and non-luxury categories) with the lowest projected ownership costs were announced today by Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new and used car information. These awards are based on Kelley Blue Book's 5-Year Cost to Own data for new cars for t ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Tests Find Many Small Turbo Engines Fall Short On Fuel Economy Promises
Although small turbocharged engines are marketed as delivering the power of a large engine, with the fuel economy of a smaller one, Consumer Reports tests have found that they often fall short of expectations. Many turbocharged cars tested by CR have slower acceleration and no better fuel economy than the models with b ... Continue reading
The New Peugeot 208 GTi - Available To Order
The iconic GTi is back! Designed to appeal to driving enthusiasts with a perfect blend of performance and style, the 208 GTi will prove to be an exciting addition to the 208 range. ... Continue reading
Rolls-Royce Seeks New Apprentices To Join Ultra Luxury Success Story
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced that the company is seeking candidates for its Apprenticeship Programme. ... Continue reading
Value-For-Money As Standard For Hyundai
Hyundai models have taken top honours in three out of five popular classes (eight classes rated overall) ranking value-for-money in the annual Which? Car Survey. ... Continue reading
Plenty of Interest in No Interest Finance - Kia Launches Innovative Programme
Kia Motors Australia has launched an innovative finance package allowing buyers to make a one-off up-front payment of 50 per cent with no interest and no payments for the next 24 months. ... Continue reading
Mazda Tops Four KEY Sales Segments, Secures Second Overall
Mazda has kicked off the New Year in the best possible way enjoying its best January on record, topping the light, small, medium and SUV medium segments on its way to securing second place in the market, according to VFACTS figures released today. ... Continue reading
Suzuki Wins an Invite to Latest Block Party
Top rating reality show The Block is back and Suzuki is once again one of the premier sponsors. ... Continue reading
Number Plates Top $1 Million in Shannons Sydney Sale
2013 has already proved to be a lucky number for the motoring enthusiasts and collectors who paid more than $1 million for 20 New South Wales Heritage numerical number plates at Shannons February 4 Sydney Summer Classic Auction. ... Continue reading
Audi Looking for Third Successive Victory at Bathurst
After dominating the 2011 and 2012 running of the annual Bathurst 12-Hour event, Audi will again return this weekend [February 8-10] looking for its third consecutive victory, with both local and internationally run teams in contention for the title. ... Continue reading
Famous Aston Martin to Run at Phillip Island
The centenary of Aston Martin will be marked in historic style at the 2013 Phillip Island Classic Festival of Motorsport from March 8-10 with the appearance of one of the British sports car maker's most famous Post War racing saloons. ... Continue reading
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