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GM Said to Keep GMC, Say Buh-Bye Pontiac

GM Said to Keep GMC, Say Buh-Bye Pontiac

Washington DC April 24, 2009; Jeff Green and Katie Merx( writing for Bloomberg reported that General Motors Corp., facing the threat of a bankruptcy filing if it can’t meet a June 1 U.S. deadline, will preserve the GMC truck line and drop its 83-year- old Pontiac brand as part of a government-led recalibration of ... Continue reading

GM Owners Brand Loyaty Tested By Financial Problems

GM Owners Brand Loyaty Tested By Financial Problems

MILWAUKEE April 23, 2009; Emily Fredrix writing for the AP reported that there seemed little chance U.S. car makers could look any worse, but moves like General Motors' announcement Thursday that it will cut production this summer risk scaring off remaining potential customers and eroding decades of brand loyalty. When ... Continue reading

GM Recalling 1.5 million Vehicles

GM Recalling 1.5 million Vehicles

WASHINGTON April 13, 2009; The AP reported that General Motors Corp. is recalling 1.5 million vehicles because of potential engine fires. GM says there have been no reports of any fires or injuries. Some of the recalled vehicles are no longer in production. The recall includes the 1998-1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, the 199 ... Continue reading

Many Questions Left Unanswered in General Motors Apparent Plans

Many Questions Left Unanswered in General Motors Apparent Plans

AUTO CENTRAL - April 13, 2009: In addition to the confusion over the recent GM announcement concerning their intention to “clearly focus” on four core brands (when they then go on to enumerate five), or why they would embroil themselves in a whole new direction with Segway, there are several significant gaps ... Continue reading

BREAKING NEWS: Reason for GM Failure Discovered! - VIDEO ENHANCED

BREAKING NEWS: Reason for GM Failure Discovered! - VIDEO ENHANCED

Recent New York Auto Show Video Pinpoints the Problem Behind GM's Malaise By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher There's a lot of theories and opinions as to why General Motors, the world's biggest automaker fell into hard times. And I have to admit, that some of the diverse opinions have originated right h ... Continue reading

The Auto Channel's EVP Responds to Statements Made by Michigan Congressman Thaddeus McCotter - VIDEO ENHANCED

The Auto Channel's EVP Responds to Statements Made by Michigan Congressman Thaddeus McCotter - VIDEO ENHANCED

AUTO CENTRAL - April 9, 2009: Yesterday, Michigan Congressman Thaddeus McCotter was interviewed by Yahoo! Finance and Henry Blodgett on the auto industry and economic situation. That video can be watched by clicking on the PLAY button in the window below. The following is Marc Rauch’s response to Congressman McCot ... Continue reading

BREAKING NEWS: General Motors Rumored to be Preparing for Bankruptcy Filing

BREAKING NEWS: General Motors Rumored to be Preparing for Bankruptcy Filing

SACRAMENTO - April 7, 2009: News from sources ranging as diverse as Reuters to the Mike Omera Radio Show are reporting that General Motors is on the verge of filing for bankruptcy. While there's no official word from either GM itself or or Wall Street, it seems like Wednesday morning could be the eventful time. One pos ... Continue reading

Initial Thoughts on Obama's Moves - EDITORIAL

Initial Thoughts on Obama's Moves - EDITORIAL

By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher SACRAMENTO – March 30, 2009 (11:30AM EDT) – I agree with and applaud most of what Barak Obama said this morning in his national broadcast. However, I disagree with a couple of items. Firstly, I don’t believe that either General Motors or Chrysler have ac ... Continue reading

2009 Pontiac G8 GT Review

2009 Pontiac G8 GT Review

SPECIFICATIONS Model: Pontiac G8 GT Engine: 6.0-liter V8 Horsepower/Torque: 361 hp @ 5300 rpm/385 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with driver shift control and sport mode Wheelbase: 114.8 in. Length/Width/Height: 196.1 x 74.8 x 57.7 in. Tires: P245/40R19 Cargo volume: 17.5 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

CNW Study Says GM and Chrysler Sales Hurt By Uncertainty

CNW Study Says GM and Chrysler Sales Hurt By Uncertainty

DETROIT, March 19, 2009; (Reuters) - Fewer new car shoppers are considering vehicles from General Motors Corp (GM.N) and Chrysler LLC at a time when consumer attention is focused on their request for further U.S. government aid, according to a survey released on Thursday. The share of car shoppers who say their primary ... Continue reading

GM Recalls 276,000 2009 Chevrolets, GMCs, Saturns, Buicks and Pontiacs

GM Recalls 276,000 2009 Chevrolets, GMCs, Saturns, Buicks and Pontiacs

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): BUICK / ENCLAVE 2009 CHEVROLET / COBALT 2009 CHEVROLET / HHR 2009 CHEVROLET / MALIBU 2009 CHEVROLET / TRAVERSE 2009 GMC / ACADIA 2009 PONTIAC / G5 2009 PONTIAC / G6 2009 SATURN / AURA 2009 SATURN / OUTLOOK 2009 Manufacturer:: GENERAL MOTORS CORP. Mfr's Report Date: MAR 06, 2009 NHTS ... Continue reading

22 Cars for Teen Drivers From MSN

22 Cars for Teen Drivers From MSN

Washington DC March 13, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that when buying a vehicle, safety and reliability are important considerations. Teens and their parents should looks for cars with advanced safety features and good crash-test results. Large pickups and SUVs are not recommended for young, inexperienced driver ... Continue reading

Why The Auto Channel's Press Pass Coverage of the 2009 Geneva Motor Show is So Important?

Why The Auto Channel's Press Pass Coverage of the 2009 Geneva Motor Show is So Important?

This may be the last great international auto show GENEVA - February 28, 2009: One of most visible effects of the current economic depression on the automotive world is what has happened to the once fabulous new car expositions. Not only have important shows in Los Angeles, Detroit and Chicago been neutered by the abse ... Continue reading

2009 IIHS Top Safety Picks

2009 IIHS Top Safety Picks

IIHS Top Crash Test Results - 72 winners of 2009 Top Safety Pick awards; almost every category from minicar to large pickup has a winner ARLINGTON, VA - Seventy-two vehicles earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award for 2009. This is more than double the number of 2008 recipients and more ... Continue reading

Did You Miss the 2008 Auto Shows? We Didn't! Experience Them Here! - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO COVERAGE

Did You Miss the 2008 Auto Shows? We Didn't! Experience Them Here! - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO COVERAGE

Even if you were at the 2008 Auto Shows in Los Angeles, London, Geneva and Detroit there was so much to see and the media introduction schedules were so hectic that chances are you would have missed something. And you may have missed some of the best. But don't worry, because we have it all on TheAutoChannel.com. In ad ... Continue reading

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