Porsche Reports Best June in History -- up 23% over 2012
PCNA delivers 3,700 vehicles in June ATLANTA, July 2, 2013 -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars, Cayenne SUVs and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up in the United States, today announced June 2013 sales of 3,700 vehicles, marking the best June in company h ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Reports Best June And Mid-Year Sales Ever
Elantra up 26 percent for the month - Santa Fe, Automobile Magazine's Family Crossover for 2013, up 14 percent for the month Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 65,007 units, up two percent versus the same period in 2012 and up one percent the first six months of the year. ... Continue reading
BMW Group U.S. Reports June 2013 Sales
The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported June sales of 33,645 vehicles, an increase of 21.4 percent from the 27,720 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 9.0 percent on sales of 172,787 in the first six months of 2013 compared to 158,563 ... Continue reading
Honda Reports June Sales Surge on Record Light Truck Sales; Acura RDX Posts Record June Sales
Record June sales of American Honda light trucks; best sales since 2007 Record June sales of Honda light trucks, CR-V and Pilot Record June sales of Acura RDX TORRANCE, Calif., July 2, 2013 -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported June 2013 U.S. sales of 136,915 units, a total increase of 9.7 percent compared w ... Continue reading
Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported June U.S. sales of 22,496 vehicles, representing an increase of 13.0 percent versus last year and the best June since 2007. Year-to-date sales through June are up 0.8 percent versus last year, with 144,943 vehicles sold. Key June sales notes: Mazda celebrated its be ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Posts Best Second-Quarter Finish With June Sales Of 24,415
Historic year-to-date highs at MBUSA exceed 155,000 units MONTVALE, N.J., July 2, 2013 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported combined sales of 27,162 for June, a 7.0% increase over the same month last year. Sales totals at Mercedes-Benz rose 9.8% to 24,415, bringing year-to-date volumes for the brand to a milesto ... Continue reading
Nissan U.S. Sales Increase 12.9% To Set New June Record
Nissan Division achieves record June sales, spurred by sales of Pathfinder, Altima, Sentra and LEAF - NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 2, 2013 -- Driven by demand for its highest-volume models, Nissan U.S. sales in June totaled 104,124, an increase of 12.9 percent over 92,237 units a year earlier. This marks the company's best-e ... Continue reading
Subaru Reports 42 Percent Increase In June Sales; Best-Ever June For Forester And Outback
Subaru reaches 200,000 vehicle sales during the first six months of 2013 - a record-setting pace CHERRY HILL, N.J., July 2, 2013 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 39,235 vehicle sales for the month of June, a 42 percent increase over June 2012. The company also posted best-ever June sales for Forester and Outba ... Continue reading
With the three engineering priorities âIntelligent Driveâ, âEfficient Technologyâ and âEssence of Luxuryâ, the new S-Class extends the boundaries of technology on many levels. ... Continue reading
Honda Introduces New Jazz ES Plus
Honda has revitalised the popular British built Jazz range with a brand new variant - the ES Plus. The new ES Plus replaces the ES model and boasts a host of extra features including 16" alloy wheels, cruise control, privacy glass, driver's front armrest and leather wrapped steering wheel and gear stick. These addition ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Sales Issues June 2013 and First-Half Sales Preview
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported June 2013 sales results of 195,235 units, an increase of 14 percent over June 2012 on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. On a raw-volume basis, unadjusted for 26 selling days in June 2013 versus 27 selling days in June 2012, TMS sales increased 9.8 percent from the ... Continue reading
Compact and Luxury Crossovers Page Views Up; Mid-Size and Subcompact Page Views Decline on KBB.com RVINE, Calif., July 2, 2013 -- The estimated average transaction price for light vehicles in the United States was $31,663 in May 2013, up $370 (1.2 percent) from last month and up $269 (0.9 percent) year-over-year, accor ... Continue reading
Lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries have become the clear leader in the emerging market for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Steady but gradual growth in sales of electric vehicles, however, has limited opportunities for makers of advanced batteries, including Li-ion batteries. Several companies have either entered bankrupt ... Continue reading
2013 Honda Civic Tour Featuring Maroon 5 is Best-Selling Trek in Tour's 12-year History
'Custom Wheels and Premium Seats with Maroon 5 Sweepstakes' launched With a month left before the start of the 2013 Honda Civic Tour, this year's trek has already sold more tickets than any other in the Civic Tour's history, with multiple sell-out venues. Upon achieving this milestone, Honda and Maroon 5 are giving fan ... Continue reading
Toyota Eclipses 10 Million in Camry Sales
About 1 in 5 Toyota vehicles sold is a Camry Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported 10 million sales of its Toyota Camry, America's top-selling car for the past 11 years, representing nearly 20 percent of all vehicles Toyota has ever sold in the U.S. This milestone comes the same year Camry celebrates i ... Continue reading
Study: Women May Pay More for Auto Repairs Sometimes
Washington DC July 2, 2013; The AIADA newsletter reported that women are likely to pay more for auto repairs than men, but are also more likely to negotiate price concessions for the same repair work, according to a new study from Northwestern Universityâs Kellogg School of Management. According to The Detroit New ... Continue reading
Hyundai Sets All-Time Record for June Sales
All-time record June (65,007, +2%) & all-time record first-half sales powered by U.S.-built Elantra (+26%) & Santa Fe (+14%) ... Continue reading
GM Reports Highest Monthly Sales Since September 2008
Chevrolet and GMC large pickup sales up 29 percent in June; 23 percent in first half DETROIT â General Motors Co. sold 264,843 vehicles in the United States in June, up 6 percent compared with a year ago. Deliveries to retail customers increased 14 percent while fleet sales declined 9 percent due to the timing of ... Continue reading
Automakerâs National Philanthropic Program Aims for a Two-Year Total of More than $5 Million for School Supplies and Educational Resources ⢠To date, Kiaâs match offer has enlisted the support of more than 21,000 âcitizen philanthropistsâ and benefitted nearly 500,000 public school students and ... Continue reading
Crash test dummies at work: Videos take viewers behind the scenes at the IIHS crash test lab
New web videos from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety offer an insider's look at the Institute's crash test facility in Ruckersville, Va. In "Inside IIHS," engineers at the IIHS Vehicle Research Center explain crash test programs and highlight some of the equipment they use in their research. The videos includ ... Continue reading
Carhartt and Covercraft Announce Tough, Rugged & Stylish Seat Protection
Widely Available July 2013 For Pickups, SUVs, Vans & OTR Work Trucks - Carhartt, America's legendary work wear brand since 1889, announces its collaboration with premium vehicle seat cover protection manufacturer, Covercraft, to deliver rugged firm-hand Carhartt duck seat protection for pickups, SUVs, vans and OTR work ... Continue reading
Elite Drivers Urge Motorists to be Safe Over the Independence Day Holiday
Ahead of the extended Independence Day weekend, members of America's Road Team â an elite group of professional truck drivers â is urging motorists to exercise caution and do their part to ensure our roads are safe. AAA estimates that 40.8 million Americans will take to the roads and America's Road Team, prof ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company's June U.S. sales increase 13 percent compared with a year ago; best June sales since 2006 Ford Escape and passenger cars continue to propel share gains, particularly on the coasts, with Escape setting its fifth straight record month in June Ford F-Series sales post best June sales since 2005 All-new ... Continue reading
Rear View Safety Encourages Drivers to be Proactive with Road Safety by Using Backup Cameras
Rear View Safety is an online retailer that specializes in the distribution of backup cameras for both the consumer and commercial markets. Its products help to prevent accidents nationwide, and protect both vehicles and the people driving them. While being outfitted with a car or truck camera isn't yet required by law ... Continue reading
AAA: Illinois and Indiana Gas Prices Drop in Time for July Fourth Travel
Gas price averages for Illinois and Indiana are finally dropping after months of sharp price increases. Illinois and Indiana drivers are currently paying on average, $3.75 and $3.42 respectively for a gallon of regular unleaded. This is the lowest prices have been since April 19, 2013. In June in Illinois, gas prices a ... Continue reading
Fuel Cell Technology For Autos Alive
GM, Honda to Collaborate on Next-Generation Fuel Cell Technologies Goal is commercially feasible fuel cell and hydrogen storage in 2020 time frame NEW YORK Jul2, 2, 2013; General Motors and Honda announced today a long-term, definitive master agreement to co-develop next-generation fuel cell system and hydrogen storage ... Continue reading
- As official vehicle and presenting sponsor, Kia will provide a fleet of 32 Kia vehicles for defensive driving instruction for thousands of teens across America - Kia's No. 38 Pirelli World Challenge turbocharged Optima will race for charity this season sporting the B.R.A.K.E.S. logo ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group June 2013 U.S. Sales
July 2, 2013 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 156,686 units, an 8 percent increase compared with sales in June 2012 (144,811 units), and the groupâs best June sales since 2007. The Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each posted year-over-year sales gains in ... Continue reading
Skoda's Tempting Summer Offers For 0% Interest
Skoda has announced a range of temptingly attractive summer offers on models across the Skoda range, with a strong focus on low monthly payments and 0% APR Representative. ... Continue reading
Audi RS 6 Avant Auctioned At The Home Of Elton John
A unique RS 6 Avant with a personalised interior autographed by the Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow has sold at auction for £120,000 at the annual Elton John White Tie & Tiara Ball, held at the home of the singer / songwriter and his partner David Furnish. ... Continue reading
Reasons To Be Cheerful 1, 2, 3
Today, Vauxhall Motors launches its Astra 'Reasons To Be Cheerful'advertisement. ... Continue reading
Kia Confirms Offers For Q3 2013
Kia Motors (UK) Limited has unveiled a range of competitive offers for the third quarter of 2013 including a year's insurance for £99, low rate finance deals and customer savings. ... Continue reading
Volvo V40 Takes Another Two Titles At Carsite.co.uk Awards
The all-new Volvo V40 has secured another two award wins with news that motoring website carsite.co.uk has named it their Best Medium Family Car and overall 2013 Car of the Year. ... Continue reading
Renault Banishes New London Congestion Charge Worries With Its Full Electric Vehicle Range
Renault will boast the largest range of electric vehicles exempt from paying London's revised Congestion Charge, which changes today. In fact, by running one of its four 100% electric vehicles, users could be better off to the tune of £2,500 per year, given the new system (*based on £10 per weekday charge). ... Continue reading
Maserati Appoints Arrow Automotive As New Official Dealer In Cardiff
Maserati has appointed Arrow Automotive to operate its latest new dealership in Cardiff. ... Continue reading
Mazda to Increase Production Capacity of Skyactiv Transmissions
Mazda Motor Corporation has announced plans to increase SKYACTIV transmission production capacity at the Nakanoseki district of Hofu Plant in Yamaguchi, Japan. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors 13MY ASX Range - the City-Sized SUV
Mitsubishi Motors popular city-sized SUV, 13MY ASX line-up, was released in late 2012, with a fresh new look and improved CVT engine. ... Continue reading
Nissan Sales Up 10 Per Cent for Month of June
Nissan has achieved an all-time, any month sales record for the Australian market in June 2013. ... Continue reading
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