US Car Tariffs Bad For Foreign Convertible Importers
Jun 25, 2018
In the years before he became president of the United States, Donald Trump owned luxury German cars. Now, pricey European convertibles are among the vehicles that could become rare on American roads if Trump’s proposal to slap tariffs on imported cars takes effect. ... Continue reading
Remember When 'Foreign Cars" Cost More - Well They May Again
Jun 22, 2018
Trump Tariffs May Cost Carmakers at Least 1 Million Annual Sales Says Industry Predictor Washington DC June 12, 2018; The NADA newsletter reported that if President Donald Trump slaps a 25 percent tariff on imported vehicles, it may cost the U.S. auto industry 1 million annual vehicle sales -- and that’s just the low ... Continue reading
New-Vehicle Initial Quality Improves Again, J.D. Power Finds
Jun 20, 2018
COSTA MESA, Calif.: 20 June 2018 — New-vehicle quality has improved for the fourth consecutive year—by 4% from 2017—and has reached its best level ever, according to the J.D. Power 2018 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS).SM Initial quality is measured by the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles (PP100) d ... Continue reading
Ferrari Chooses Bridgestone Run Flat for Portofino Convertible Sports Car
Jun 13, 2018
Bridgestone designed the UHP Potenza S007 run-flat tire with innovative materials and technologies to blend high G cornering with high speed durability to match the Portofino's sporty handling. The asymmetric pattern design with wide outside shoulders featuring extra-stiff blocks enhances steering precision, response a ... Continue reading
Jun 11, 2018
Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall. ... Continue reading
2016 Car Reviews 2016 Truck Reviews - All Makes
Jun 10, 2018
When They Were New Reviews; 2016 New Car Reviews, 2016 New Truck Reviews; Acura to Volvo ... Continue reading
Wanna Buy An Imported Car - You May Have To Spend More
May 24, 2018
Washington DC May 24, 2018; The AIADA newsletter reported that President Donald Trump's push for tariffs on imported cars and trucks threatened a shake-up of the global auto industry while motivating nations including China and Germany to reiterate commitments of varying strength to free trade, reports Bloomberg. The U ... Continue reading
Will the Supercars of 2018 Be SUVs?
Apr 18, 2018
The surge in sales of SUVs worldwide has forced Supercar manufacturers to take notice. With 5.51 million SUVs sold in Europe in 2017 alone - you may still be surprised to find that a high percentage of Supercar brands sales figures are coming from SUVs: *59.51% of Maserati's sales came from the Maserati Levante in 2017 ... Continue reading
A Bahrain Night to Remember- F1 Report From Nicholas Frankl
Apr 12, 2018
Get the inside scoop on the race and personalities in the desert. Candid thoughts, opinions and suggestions from the movers and shakers of f1 racing worldwide. ... Continue reading
AIADA Market Watch 04/04/18 - International Nameplate Auto Sales Scoreboard
Apr 4, 2018
International brands were led last month by Acura (up 15.7 percent from last March), Mitsubishi (up 21.7 percent), and Volkswagen (up 17.8 percent). In contrast, Hyundai’s sales slipped 10.9 percent, due in part to the lack of SUVs and crossovers in its lineup. Throughout the industry, light trucks continued to drive ... Continue reading
FCA Canada Reports Best-Ever Sales Month for Jeep Wrangler and Chrysler Pacifica
Apr 3, 2018
All-time sales records set for Jeep® Wrangler and Chrysler Pacifica Jeep and Ram brands set March sales records Jeep Compass and Ram trucks set March sales records April 3, 2018 , Windsor, Ontario - FCA Canada today reported sales of 24,490 vehicles, an 8 per cent decrease compared with sales in March 2017 of 26,531. ... Continue reading
Apr 2, 2018
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading
Lured by Rising SUV Sales, Automakers Flood Market With Models
Mar 29, 2018
New York March 28, 2018; Reuters reported that demand for sport utility vehicles in the United States is booming, but the number of new models vying for a share of that market is growing even faster, threatening the fat profits automakers have enjoyed. At the New York Auto show this week, automakers will unveil another ... Continue reading
February 2018 International Auto Brand North American Sales Scoreboard
Mar 3, 2018
Despite a slowing U.S. auto market, international brands maintained a strong presence in February. International brands were led last month by Audi (up 12.4 percent from last February), Mazda (up 12.7 percent), and Toyota (up 4.4 percent). Toyota had its best February ever for light truck sales, while Subaru, up 3.8 pe ... Continue reading
USA Today Shows Top 10 Vehicles With Manual Transmission, "TACH's Perfect Match" Shows You All
Feb 21, 2018
For some drivers, pushing a clutch pedal and rowing your gears are among the most satisfying parts of the driving experience. For others, nostalgia explains the attraction. If you're in either camp, know that many mainstream cars are available with a manual ... Continue reading
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