May 27, 2011
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 27, 2011 -- 'Golden Target' award and first place ââ¬â 'Automotive Over $500 per Thousand' award to 2011 Jeepî Grand Cherokee's direct-mail entry First place award ââ¬â 'Automotive Under $500 per Thousand' to Moparî service magazines Chrysler Group LLC's Je ... Continue reading
New Crash Tests from IIHS: Small Cars Improve and Top Performers also are Fuel Sippers
May 26, 2011
Six of 13 small cars recently evaluated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earn the TOP SAFETY PICK award, and none earn a poor rating in any of 4 tests. This is a turnaround from a few years ago when small cars struggled to earn top safety ratings. The new tests include hybrids and gasoline-only models that ... Continue reading
Buick and 'Lacrosse the Nations' to Feed Kids in Need
May 26, 2011
DETROIT, May 26, 2011 -- Buick, the fastest-growing major automotive brand in the United States, is set to net meals for kids in need at the 2011 NCAA Men's Lacrosse Championships in Baltimore this weekend. For each participant in the Buick LaCrosse Challenge at the tournament's NCAA Fan Zone on Saturday through Monday ... Continue reading
May 26, 2011
FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 26, 2011 -- Nissan North America Inc. announced it will offer the Nissan Vehicle Purchase Program to members of the U.S. military. Through this special offer, eligible individuals will be able to purchase or lease a Nissan or Infiniti vehicle at or below dealer invoice. The offer is extended to all ... Continue reading
New Window Stickers - EPA, DOT Unveil the Next Generation of Fuel Economy Label
May 26, 2011
New fuel economy labels provide more comprehensive fuel efficiency information, including estimated annual fuel costs, savings, as well as information on each vehicle's environmental impact. Starting with model year 2013, the improved fuel economy labels will be required to be affixed to all new passenger cars and truc ... Continue reading
Roll Up Those Windows: 10 Tips Could Save You $100 a Month at the Pump
May 26, 2011
A few tips to save you money. DETROIT, May 26, 2011 -- With Americans paying an average of $1 more per gallon of gasoline than a year ago, many drivers are looking for ways to improve their fuel economy during the Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start of the summer driving season. To demonstrate 10 common mistakes ... Continue reading
Ford to Host 2011 Investor Day
May 26, 2011
DEARBORN, Mich., May 26, 2011 -- On Tuesday, June 7, 2011 Ford Motor Company will hold its Investor Day in New York. The briefing will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. EDT for members of the investment community. The event will include presentations along with question and answer sessions. Senior management in attendance ... Continue reading
Extreme Testing Verifies Top Quality for Camaro Convertible
May 26, 2011
INDIANAPOLIS, May 26, 2011 -- When the Chevrolet Camaro Convertible sets the pace for the 2011 Indianapolis 500 this Sunday, it will showcase a top built to last a lifetime, operate worry-free and maintain the appearance of its Coupe sibling. To assure long-term durability, the convertible top underwent extensive testi ... Continue reading
Auto Lenders Financing More Subprime Consumers in Q1, According to Experian Automotive
May 26, 2011
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 26, 2011 -- Experian Automotive today announced findings from its quarterly analysis of the automotive credit industry. The latest report shows that the share of loans to credit-challenged new vehicle shoppers grew by 11.1 percent in Q1 2011 compared with Q1 2010. Share of loans to nonprime custom ... Continue reading
Safe and Fuel Efficient 2011 Hyundai Elantra Earns IIHS "TOP SAFETY PICK"
May 26, 2011
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 26, 2011 -- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the 2011 Hyundai Elantra a "TOP SAFETY PICK"ââ¬â achieving the highest rating of "Good" in all crash test categories including front, side, rollover and rear crash protection. Additionally, in order to be ... Continue reading
Ford Provides $50,000 to Help Missouri Tornado Victims, and Ford Employees Step In
May 26, 2011
DEARBORN, Mich., May 26, 2011 -- Ford Motor Company Fund is contributing an additional $50,000 to Feeding America in support of tornado victims in Joplin, Mo. The Fund donated $50,000 to this organization earlier this month for disaster relief in southern states hit by tornadoes and floods Employees from the Ford Kansa ... Continue reading
Allstate Wants Drivers to See Yellow, Then "LOOK" for Motorcyclists on the Road
May 26, 2011
NORTHBROOK, Ill., May 26, 2011 -- Twenty-five cities are getting new traffic signs designed to bring awareness to motorcyclists on the road, thanks to Allstate. The insurer will place cautionary signs at intersections in 25 major metropolitan areas to prompt drivers to look out for riders at intersections. An average o ... Continue reading
May 26, 2011
PLAINVILLE, Conn.--Luis RamÃÂrez, CEO of GE Energy Industrial Solutions today joins Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy and GE employees to unveil the GE Electric Vehicle (EV) Solar Carport in Plainville, Conn. The GE EV Solar Carport Project, one of the most expansive undertakings of its type in North America, us ... Continue reading
All-New 2012 Volkswagen Passat Starts at Less Than $20,000
May 26, 2011
HERNDON, Va., May 26, 2011 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced pricing for the all-new 2012 Passat, a vehicle that brings new standards to the highly competitive midsize segment, with a starting MSRP of $19,995. The 2012 Passat offers exceptional features and premium options in three powertrains and a variet ... Continue reading
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