2012 Honda Civic Si Coupe Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Jan 26, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Honda Civic Si Coupe "Si" -- originally meaning Sport, injected -- has denoted the most performance-oriented version of the Honda Civic in the U. S. market since 1986, when fuel injection was a rarity. The Si badge started out as the top level of the two-seat CRX hatchback in ... Continue reading
Jan 26, 2012
The U.S. Coalition for Advanced Diesel Cars will honor Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) as the first annual Champion for Technology Neutrality on Thursday, January 26. The award recognizes leaders who support outcome-based federal automotive policy that fosters innovation and achieves real-world results. ... Continue reading
Today is Public Policy Day at The Washington Auto Show
Jan 26, 2012
"Today, General Motors is back on top as the world's No.1 automaker. Chrysler has grown faster in the U.S. than any major car company. Ford is investing billions in U.S. plants and factories. ... Continue reading
AutoNation Reports All-Time Record Quarter and All-Time Record Full Year Results
Jan 26, 2012
Fourth Quarter 2011 Results Adjusted EPS from continuing operations was an all-time record(1) $0.51, up 13% compared to fourth quarter 2010 EPS from continuing operations of $0.45 (no adjusting items in the year-ago period) On a GAAP basis, fourth quarter 2011 EPS from continuing operations was $0.50 Operating income o ... Continue reading
TRA and Experian Automotive Join Forces to Launch TRA's "Media TRAnalytics TV Auto Ratings"
Jan 26, 2012
TRA Inc., a leading media marketing and analytics software company and Experian Automotive, a leader in providing information services and market intelligence to the automotive industry, today announced the launch of TRA's "Media TRAnalytics TV Auto Ratings" a patented software solution enabling advertisers to accurate ... Continue reading
Significant Interest in Full-size Trucks is Another Positive Sign for the Economy
Jan 26, 2012
Significant interest in full-size trucks is a positive indication that the economy appears to be on the mend, according to the January issue of the New Car Insights Report, brought to you by the AutoTrader.com Trend Engine. In addition to searches for several popular models increasing year-over-year, AutoTrader.com ana ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports: BMW X3 Outpoints Land Rover Range Rover Evoque in Tests of Compact Luxury SUVs
Jan 26, 2012
New Prius V hatchback provides excellent efficiency and utility The BMW X3, which originated the compact luxury SUV market, handily outpointed its European rival, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, in a head-to-head match up. While the X3 scored an 80 in CR's road test, the Evoque received a Road Test score of 60, scor ... Continue reading
Jeep Brand Celebrates 10 Years at ESPN's Winter X Games
Jan 26, 2012
Jeep® brand debuts two new broadcast commercials tied to Winter X Games 2012Â Professional snowboarder, Hannah Teter, participates in the 'Jeep Yeti Dig' snow competition, Friday, Jan. 27 Winter X athletes to hold autograph sessions in Jeep "Tag Shop" Consumers can follow Jeep participation on the brand's Facebook an ... Continue reading
Suzuki's Super Bowl Sequel Showcases All-Wheel-Drive Kizashi Sport Sedan
Jan 26, 2012
American Suzuki Motor Corp. (ASMC) today premiered its 2012 Super Bowl commercial entitled "Sled" on the automaker's Facebook (www.Facebook.com/SuzukiAuto) and YouTube (www.YouTube.com/SuzukiAutomotive) pages. The new television ad, which emphasizes the premium features and unique all-wheel-drive prowess of the 2012 Ki ... Continue reading
Ford to Triple EcoBoost Vehicle Production Capacity in 2012
Jan 26, 2012
Ford will offer fuel-efficient EcoBoost engines in 11 vehicles in 2012, up from seven in 2011, tripling the production capacity of EcoBoost-equipped Ford vehicles. Expanded availability in high-volume nameplates helps make fuel economy more affordable for hundreds of thousands of drivers Delivering up to 20 percent bet ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2012
New Ford Fusion brings out the stock car in NASCAR The 2013 NASCAR Sprint Cup Ford Fusion was developed to bring brand identity back to the sport, and the result is undeniable: The Sprint Cup Fusion mirrors the recently unveiled, much-lauded production car. With a sleek new silhouette, the 2013 Fusion racer is designed ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2012
WHAT: The G2, a new plug-in electric hybrid automobile designed by Rockville, Md.-based Genovation Cars Inc., will be tested at the University of Maryland's Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel. Designed to be one of the most aerodynamic cars on the market, the G2 will be tested under varying wind and weight conditions to simul ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2012
In preparation for its fifth year as an advertiser during the Super Bowl, Bridgestone Americas has expanded its online content, including a "teaser" of two new Super Bowl advertisements, as well as bonus digital offerings from well-known athletes and celebrities who bring to life the brand's new "Time to Perform" ad ca ... Continue reading
Toyo Tire Announces Safety Recall Campaign
Jan 25, 2012
Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp., has announced a safety recall campaign on a limited number of Toyo® brand tires. The company has determined that select Toyo® Extensa® A/S tires distributed to retailers within the United States may have been produced with a kink at the bead area of the tires. Under certain circumstances, the ... Continue reading
Camp Jeep Debuts at the St. Louis Auto Show
Jan 25, 2012
Jan. 25 On- and off-road driving course demonstrates legendary 4x4 capability of Jeep brand vehicles Consumers can experience first-hand the attributes of the entire Jeep vehicle lineup without leaving the show floor Auburn Hills, Mich., 01.25.2012 The Jeep brand is bringing Camp Jeep, a unique, interactive, off-road e ... Continue reading
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