News By Topic: Consumer Affairs

Bentley Increases Speed at Detroit 2015

Jan 9, 2015

9% global sales increase makes 2014 a record year The Americas is number one market Newly launched Mulsanne Speed on display at Detroit Continental GT Speed Convertible and Flying Spur complete NAIAS line up (Crewe/Detroit 9th January 2015) In Bentley’s most successful market, the company showcases its new flagshi ... Continue reading

Buick Sets Second Consecutive Annual Global Sales Record

Jan 9, 2015

Brand sells nearly 1.2 million vehicles with double-digit gains in U.S. and China DETROIT– Buick delivered nearly 1.2 million vehicles in China, the United States, Canada and Mexico in 2014, marking the second consecutive sales record for the most Buicks sold in a single year in the brand’s 111-year history. ... Continue reading

Honda Resolves NHTSA Inquiry Regarding Early Warning Reporting

Jan 9, 2015

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. ("Honda") has entered into an agreement with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to resolve the government's inquiry into Honda's early warning reporting as required by the Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability and Documentation (TREAD) Act. As part of t ... Continue reading

2016 Tacoma: The Beast Is Revealed

Jan 9, 2015

Toyota Tacoma takes to the stage at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit at 12:50 p.m. ET, Jan. 12. Watch at https://new.livestream.com/Toyota/Detroit2015. ... Continue reading

Dodge Offers Industry-first '1 of 1' Viper Exclusivity and New Order Concierge Service

Jan 9, 2015

New Dodge Viper Customization Program Leverages Hand-built Production Process at Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit ... Continue reading

New Dodge Viper Documentary Captures Hand-built Craftsmanship and Passion in Every Dodge Viper

Jan 9, 2015

Twenty-two minute 'Viper: DNA of a Supercar' available for viewing at driveSRT.com/2015/viper/documentary AUBURN HILLS, MI -- Jan. 8, 2015: A new 22-minute documentary, "Viper: DNA of a Supercar," launched today by Dodge showcases how the Dodge Viper is created like no other car – with passion driving every ounce ... Continue reading

Subaru finds inner 'Fountain of Youth' in new ad

Jan 9, 2015

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has debuted its new advertising campaign for the 2015 XV Crosstrek with the television spot, "Fountain". The new spot, created by agency of record Carmichael Lynch, focuses on the vehicle's go-anywhere attitude and fun-loving spirit. Fountain Never underestimate the power of getting away f ... Continue reading

Lincoln Builds Momentum from Improved Sales, New Vehicles and Launch in China

Jan 9, 2015

Lincoln finished 2014 with total sales of almost 95,000 in North America, an increase of nearly 16 percent versus 2013 and the best sales result since 2008 >Sales improvement driven primarily by first-ever Lincoln MKC, Lincoln MKZ and new Lincoln Navigator >Lincoln opened first stores in China, unveiled new ad campaign ... Continue reading

car Stuff@CES 2015Harman to Collaborate with Pono and Neil Young to Bring Pono HD Music into the Car

Jan 9, 2015

With a Shared Commitment to Audio Excellence, Companies Join Together at HARMAN’s Technology Showcase at the Hard Rock Hotel During the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS--HARMAN, the premium global audio, visual, infotainment and enterprise automation group , and Pono Music shared with attendees at ... Continue reading

Nissan and NASA Partner to Jointly Develop and Deploy Autonomous Drive Vehicles by End of Year

Jan 9, 2015

Nissan Motor Co., through its North American-based organization, and NASA today announced the formation of a five-year research and development partnership to advance autonomous vehicle systems and prepare for commercial application of the technology. “The partnership will accelerate Nissan’s development of s ... Continue reading

car2go Kicks Off 2015 With A Bang With Over 20,000 car2go Members In The Twin Cities

Jan 9, 2015

Nearly 230,000 car2go Trips Taken Since car2go Twin Cities Launch car2go Twin Cities Continues to Provide More Options Due to Rapidly Growing Member Base TWIN CITIES, Minn., Jan. 8, 2015 -- car2go N.A. LLC, the largest carsharing company in the world, announced today that it has surpassed the 20,000 member milestone in ... Continue reading

GAC to Flex its R&D Muscles in Detroit With Revealing of WITSTAR

Jan 9, 2015

GAC Group's iconic concept car WITSTAR, expected to be revealed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, will bring the Chinese auto conglomerate's research and development unit into the light. The concept car, based on a marriage between electrical vehicle and digital technologies, is in line with the ... Continue reading

All-New Ford Mondeo Estate wins Best Estate in 2015 What Car? Awards

Jan 9, 2015

The all-new Ford Mondeo was crowned the UK’s best estate car at the 2015 What Car? Awards. The UK’s leading car buyer’s guide announced the accolade in the all-new Ford Mondeo’s first full month on sale. A further Ford award from the expert What Car? magazine and website team celebrated Fiesta ST as ... Continue reading

New Leon ST CUPRA 280--SEAT's High Performance New Aiddition

Jan 9, 2015

New Leon ST CUPRA 280 combines effortless performance, style and versatility In the UK, ST CUPRA to be offered with 280 PS and choice of six-speed DSG or manual transmission A practical, yet fun, estate with SEAT Drive Profile (Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC), Progressive steering) and mechanical differential lock Exclus ... Continue reading

Volvo S60 Cross Country Takes Brand to New Places

Jan 9, 2015

Volvo Cars points to the future with the exciting S60 Cross Country A segment first from Volvo Cars Builds on a strong heritage of lifestyle-oriented products Volvo Cars is stepping up to meet the demands of its core customers with the unveiling of the exciting S60 Cross Country at the Detroit Auto Show. Back in 1997, ... Continue reading