Consumer Reports Tests Find Many Small Turbo Engines Fall Short On Fuel Economy Promises
Feb 4, 2013
Fuel Economy, Acceleration No Better than in Conventional Powertrains YONKERS, NY ― 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 ca ... Continue reading
Counterfeit Air Bags Information
Feb 4, 2013
Recommended Dealer Guidance for Managing Counterfeit Air BagsConsumer Frequently Asked QuestionsWho to Contact About Counterfeit Air BagsNHTSA Statement on Updated Test Video of Counterfeit Air Bags NHTSA has become aware of a problem involving the sale of counterfeit air bags for use as replacement parts in vehicles t ... Continue reading
January 2013 Electric Vehicle Sales Continue To Short Out
Feb 4, 2013
Electric Vehicle Sales Sputter; Ford Offers Focus Incentives Electric vehicles and plug-in electric hybrids are off to a tough start in January, after a disappointing 2012. General Motors Co. said Friday sales of its plug-in hybrid Chevrolet Volt rose 89 percent to 1,140 over January 2012. But that's still much lower t ... Continue reading
Feb 4, 2013
U.S. household expenditures for gasoline account for nearly 4% of pretax income Washington DC February 4, 2013; The U.S Energy Information Office reported that gasoline expenditures in 2012 for the average U.S. household reached $2,912, or just under 4% of income before taxes, according to EIA estimates. This was the h ... Continue reading
2014 Mazda CX-5 2.5L Ride and Review By Larry Nutson
Feb 4, 2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 with 184HP 2.5L A global success made better By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, New York Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_1632) The all-new for 2013 Mazda CX-5 is a global sales success. So much so that Mazda has made production increases three times since its introduction. The CX-5 is one of the fastest sellin ... Continue reading
Fireball Tim Reviews the Fisker Karma
Feb 4, 2013
Fisker Karma, an Agent of Change HOLLYWOOD USA - Feb 4, 2013: The best cars on the planet are in a race. A very serious race. A race to be the best, out in front, the leader of the ultimate driving blah, blah, blah. And you see and hear it everywhere. It's overwhelming. ... Continue reading
What's Up Mac? - Toyota Makes Stirring Recovery
Feb 3, 2013
TORRANCE, CA February 3, 2013; One of the most amazing recoveries in modern automotive history has been graphically completed by Toyota Motor, which iced the frosting on the sushi in 2010 by exceeding GM and VW in world sales. Toyota's comeback from the tsunamis, recalls and recession came about as payback for numerous ... Continue reading
2013 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV Review By Steve Purdy
Feb 3, 2013
2013 NISSAN MAXIMA By Steve Purdy TheAuto Channel.com Michigan Bureau Since its earliest days the Nissan Maxima, a conventionally structured, front-wheel drive, 5-passenger sedan has claimed a sporty character going so far as to call it a 4-door sports car. At times it has modestly justified those claims with better-th ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2013 FORD FLEX REVIEW
Feb 3, 2013
MORE INFO Ford Specs, Prices, Reviews and Comparisons-Ford Buyers Guide (1997-Present) Is The 2013 Ford MX-5 Your Perfect New Car Match? HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE FLEX VEHICLE The Ford Flex is a pioneer amongst crossovers, offering families a wagon-shaped three ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2013 LEXUS RX 350 REVIEW
Feb 3, 2013
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE LEXUS RX 350 VEHICLE The Lexus RX 350 is a popular mid-size crossover targeted to busy moms who deserve a luxurious edge to functionality. Already noted for its smooth driving manners, Lexus ups the ante on sportier driving dynamics wi ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets - Automotive News January 27 - Feb 2, 2013 Just In Case You Were Dozing
Feb 3, 2013
* Auto sales got off to a better than expected start according to just-in sales figures for January with the industry showing a solid 14% gain. The Detroit 3 all posted strong performances over year-ago numbers with Cadillac leading the way at a 47% gain. Part of that could be the result of softer than the overall mark ... Continue reading
2013 Buick Regal GS Review By Steve Purdy
Feb 1, 2013
2013 BUICK REGAL GS By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau First impressions are both telling and often amazingly accurate. We picked up this striking red Regal GS on a dark and cold winter night at the airport parking lot. As I climbed in and pushed the start button with my foot on the brake there was no re ... Continue reading
Ford Fiesta Top Selling Sub-compact Model in Europe in 2012
Feb 1, 2013
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel THE HAGUE, January 24, 2013. The year 2012 has been successful for Ford of Europe. The Fiesta was the best-sold compact car and the second most popular car overall. According to the most recent Polk registration data, the Fiesta was also the worldâs best-sell ... Continue reading
GM Relocating Performance Build Center to Bowling Green, Kentucky
Feb 1, 2013
$3.5 million investment will enhance growth of Corvette assembly plant BOWLING GREEN, Ky. January 31, 2013; General Motors will relocate its Performance Build Center, which allows engine aficionados to build their own specialty engines, from Michigan to the Bowling Green Assembly Plant, home of the Chevrolet Corvette. ... Continue reading
What's Up Mac? "Auto Sales Receding as New Model Mania Grips Detroit"
Feb 1, 2013
By Mac Gordon Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Detroit February 1, 2013; With U.S. new-car sales turning south amid January's icy and rainy weather, the optimism exuded by the Detroit auto show has turned to concerns among automakers and dealers alike. The winter's post-holiday months a century ago never stirred a cons ... Continue reading
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