News By Topic: Consumer Affairs

Mitsubishi Outlander Commercial Retains What Van? 4x4 Van of the Year Award

Dec 18, 2014

Mitsubishi Motors in the UK has once again won an award at the prestigious What Van? Awards further highlighting the continued success and appeal of the Outlander Commercial model in the Mitsubishi line-up. The What Van? Awards are decided by the expert editorial panel of What Van? Magazines, calling on their combined ... Continue reading

Jones Soda Co. Announces Winner of Second Annual 'Jonesin' for a FIAT 500' Photo Contest

Dec 18, 2014

Jones Soda Co. (OTCQB: JSDA), a leading premium beverage company known for its customer-designed packaging, today announced the Grand Prize Winner of its second annual “Jonesin’ for a Fiat 500” summer photo contest as Christopher Kollmann from Fallston, Maryland. Christopher will take home the Grand Priz ... Continue reading

Toyota Yaris Shelters the Birth of Two Babies

Dec 18, 2014

Darcey and Nathan both make early arrivals in the family Toyota Two proud families have welcomed their latest additions into the world, not in the conventional surroundings of a maternity ward, but inside their Toyota Yaris. Born on consecutive days, Nathan Saru and Darcey Ryan both arrived while en route to hospital. ... Continue reading

November 2014 Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Sales in Europe

Dec 18, 2014

In Europe (EU28+EFTA), Fiat Chrysler Automobiles posted November sales up 3.6% year-over-year versus 1.2% for the industry. Jeep brand posted an all-time monthly record for European sales, driven by a 110.6% year-over-year increase. The Fiat 500 and Panda remained the two top selling vehicles in the A segment (accounti ... Continue reading

Chevrolet Chaparral 2X Vision Gran Turismo Hits the Track

Dec 17, 2014

Gran Turismo® 6 update now available for download DETROIT – An online update including the Chevrolet Chaparral 2X Vision Gran Turismo (VGT), introduced at this year’s Los Angeles International Auto Show, is available today worldwide for fans of the PlayStation® 3 racing game, Gran Turismo® 6. Develop ... Continue reading

Buick IntelliLink: How Not to Push a Driver’s Buttons

Dec 17, 2014

Automated tests tab millions of them before you touch a single one DETROIT – A frozen computer is frustrating, but a frozen touchscreen in an automobile is a much bigger deal. That’s why engineers push the touchscreen buttons on the Buick IntelliLink infotainment system more than 2 million times every week, e ... Continue reading

GEICO advises: Don't Let Added Holiday Stress Lead to Aggressive Driving

Dec 17, 2014

With the holidays around the corner, you might be rushing to purchase last minute gifts and make final preparations. It can all add up to additional stress, and GEICO reminds drivers to not let it turn into aggressive driving. Aggressive Driving Defined Often easy to spot, aggressive driving is tougher to define. The N ... Continue reading

The Next Generation Nissan Titan. . .

Dec 17, 2014

The next generation Nissan Titan debuts at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Jan. 12, 2015. ... Continue reading

A Track-Ready Lexus Poised to Make Global Debut at 2015 NAIAS

Dec 17, 2014

New Model Will Broaden the Lexus Brand’s High Performance Showroom TORRANCE, Calif.--Lexus announced it will be adding a second vehicle to its growing stable of F brand high performance models. Earlier this year, the luxury manufacturer launched the RC F, a V8 powered performance coupe. The newest Lexus F brand ve ... Continue reading

Acura NSX Production Model to Make World Debut at 2015 North American International Auto Show

Dec 17, 2014

The production version of the highly anticipated Acura NSX supercar, successor to the legendary original NSX, will make its world debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show on Jan. 12, 2015. The model will reflect the production design and specifications of the mid-engine Acura supercar that is slated to ... Continue reading

LAPD and NICB Warn of Bandit Tow Truck Scams

Dec 17, 2014

Unauthorized Tows Lead to Exorbitant Charges The LAPD and @insurancecrime warn motorists of “bandit” or unauthorized tow truck operators. The Los Angeles Police Department and the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) are warning motorists of a growing problem with unauthorized tow truck operators in the LA ... Continue reading

Honda Japan Tests Recalled Model Airbags "Can't Wait For Takata"

Dec 17, 2014

Honda Ran Tests on Fatal Airbag Flaw, Frustrated by Takata Reticence, Report that Honda Motor Co. was so concerned by mounting recalls for Takata airbags – and frustrated by its supplier's failure to explain why some have exploded, killing five people with shrapnel – that it bought used and scrapped cars in J ... Continue reading

Honda FCV Concept to Make North American Debut at 2015 North American International Auto Show

Dec 17, 2014

Honda FCV Concept demonstrates the exterior and interior styling evolution of the next-generation zero emissions Honda fuel-cell vehicle - Next-generation Honda FCV is intended to provide significant gains in packaging, interior space, cost reduction and real-world performance, including an anticipated driving range in ... Continue reading

A Historical Analysis of Vehicle Theft in Texas 1960 - 2013

Dec 17, 2014

The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released a historic look at vehicle theft in Texas. From its peak auto theft year in 1991 when 163,830 vehicles were stolen, Texas has experienced a significant decline ending 2013 with 65,745 thefts. That's a reduction of 60 percent since 1991. Beginning in 1969, Texas ... Continue reading

A Historical Analysis of Vehicle Theft in California 1960 - 2013

Dec 17, 2014

Golden State Thefts Down 48 Percent from Their Peak The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released a historic look at vehicle theft in the Golden State. From its peak auto theft year in 1992 when 320,112 vehicles were stolen, California has experienced a significant decline ending 2013 with 165,292 thefts. T ... Continue reading