Nov 8, 2012
Four Midas Service Centers in the Richmond area are trading oil changes for blood donations to support Hurricane Sandy victims in New York and New Jersey. On Saturday, November 10, Midas of Richmond is teaming up with Virginia Blood Services to take donations. Each donor will receive a certificate for a free oil change ... Continue reading
Insurance Auto Auctions Launches Out-of-State Title Processing Services in California
Nov 7, 2012
Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA) the leading live and live-online salvage auto auction company and wholly-owned subsidiary of KAR Auction Services, Inc. , today announced a new title processing capability for its vehicle providers in California. IAA is now able to process out-of-state titles in-house through a partn ... Continue reading
2013 Hyundai Azera Ride and Review By Larry Nutson
Nov 7, 2012
2013 Hyundai Azera by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_0625) A lengthy road trip with a press test car is the best format for an evaluation. At the time of my drive in the Hyundai Azera I needed to travel from Chicago to Southeast Michigan. I want to make a specific point about this driv ... Continue reading
Cars.com Offers Important Information for Current and Potential Suzuki Owners
Nov 7, 2012
PR Newswire CHICAGO, Nov. 7, 2012 CHICAGO, Nov. 7, 2012 -- Experts from Cars.com, the premier online resource for buying and selling new and used cars are offering important information for current and potential Suzuki owners. With news released that the automaker's U.S. distributor has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy ... Continue reading
Nov 7, 2012
Hagens Berman, a consumer-protection law firm with extensive experience litigating automotive defect and liability cases yesterday filed a second proposed class-action lawsuit against Hyundai Motor America, owned by Hyundai Motor Company of Korea (KSE: 005380.KS), and Kia Motors America, owned jointly by Hyundai Motor ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Voluntary Safety Recall of Certain 2012 and Early 2013 Scion iQ Vehicles
Nov 7, 2012
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 7, 2012 â Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS), today announced that it will conduct a safety recall involving approximately 11,200 Scion iQ vehicles to inspect the front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) weight sensor cables and install new protective covers over the sensors. ... Continue reading
Jaguar UK Launches Online Company Car Tax Calculator and Comparison Tool
Nov 7, 2012
Jaguar has launched an online-based company car tax calculator and car comparison tool to assist company car drivers and fleet managers in their purchase decision. The new tax calculator and car comparison service, include intuitive vehicle configuration, personalised tax calculation, free fuel breakeven analysis and t ... Continue reading
2013 Nissan Pathfinder Launch Review By Steve Purdy
Nov 7, 2012
2013 NISSAN PATHFINDER Following the Trend By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau We had our first look at the all-new, U.S.-built, Nissan Pathfinder a few months ago at a briefing by the folks responsible for the modelâs development and marketing. It now joins Explorer, Durango and other former SUVs be ... Continue reading
Don't Take Consumer Reports Vehicle Reliability Scores Too Seriously Says Shopautoweek
Nov 7, 2012
In the wake of the Consumer Reports Reliability Survey downgrading several technologically advanced vehicles, shopautoweek.com advises shoppers not to hold too much stock in the results. ... Continue reading
Nov 6, 2012
New estimates out today indicate the number of vehicles flooded and destroyed by Hurricane Sandy may greatly exceed the 640,000 units destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. If these predictions are true, Hurricane Sandy would be the single-largest disaster to ever impact the country's vehicles. While our focus is on supportin ... Continue reading
NICB Says Some Towing Companies Gouging Sandy Victims
Nov 6, 2012
The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) says it is receiving reports of price gouging by towing companies and impound lots in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. NICB member companies are already receiving bills with classic signs of price exploitation. For a tow that occurred on October 30, one towing company charged ... Continue reading
2013 Lexus GS 350 Review By John Heilig
Nov 6, 2012
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG The Auto Channel 2013 LEXUS GS 350 SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2013 Lexus GS 350 Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 306 hp/277 lb.-ft. torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic with steering wheel paddles Wheelbase: 112.2 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.7 x 72.4 x 57.3 in. Tires: P235/45R18 Cargo ... Continue reading
Used-Vehicle Prices to Increase in Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy
Nov 6, 2012
Used-vehicle prices are expected to increase in the near term after Hurricane Sandy destroyed thousands of vehicles. The National Automobile Dealers Association is predicting that prices of used vehicles up to 8-years-old will increase from 0.5% to 1.5% as a result of Hurricane Sandy. "The loss of used-vehicle supply a ... Continue reading
RECALL: Britax Recall Certain Convertible Child Restraints
Nov 6, 2012
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12C004 Synopsis: Britax is recalling certain convertible child restraints, models Boulevard 70 G3, Advocate 70 G3, and Pavilion 70 G3, Model Numbers: E9LJ91A, E9LJ91M, E9LJ91S, E9LJ92E, E9LJ93P, E9LJ93S, E9LK91A, E9LK31A, E9LK31Q, E9LK32D, E9LK32Z, E9LK33Q, E9LL11A, E9LL11Q, E9LL12D, E9LL12Z, ... Continue reading
It's True - Women Are Better Drivers than Men
Nov 6, 2012
A new survey from car hire comparison site http://www.carrentals.co.uk has found that women drivers perform better on the roads compared to men, highlighted by the fact they have been in fewer accidents and carry less penalty points on their driving licence. The study by Carrentals UK, which involved over 700 people ov ... Continue reading
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