Hey Mac What's Up? - New-Model Surge Speeds 2014 Rollout
Feb 26, 2013
from Mac Gordon 02-25-2013 An almost unprecedented mid-model-year product surge is shaping up in 2013, promising to speed up reveals of 2014 models and accelerate leasing ratios to near-record rates. Emerging from the Chicago, Milwaukee and Cleveland auto shows, the industry is pressing dealers to spur early returns of ... Continue reading
Economic Uncertainty In U.S. Grows as Gas Prices Climb
Feb 26, 2013
A recent NACS Consumer Survey reveals that recent spikes in gas prices are causing consumers to have a pessimistic outlook on the overall state of economy. ALEXANDRIA, Va. February 25, 2013; Consumers are increasingly pessimistic about the economy and gas prices are a growing reason why, according to the results from t ... Continue reading
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee New Car Review by Marty Bernstein
Feb 25, 2013
DEEP IN THE HEART OF TEXAS, JEEP LAUNCHS A FAMILY OF SUV CHOICES by Marty Bernstein, Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Austin, Texas; Perhaps no other vehicle has the heritage of Jeep, yet the brand continues to reinvent itself to meet the demands of todayâs ever evolving consumers who first and forem ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets - Automotive News February 17-24, 2013 Just In Case You Were Snoozing
Feb 24, 2013
* It's a new motorsports season and the ladies are making news on the race tracks. Danica Patrick became the first woman to qualify on the pole for a NASCAR Sprint Cup race, and it's for the famous Daytona 500. Patrick turned a lap at 196.434 miles per hour in her No. 10 Chevrolet SS at Daytona International Speedway t ... Continue reading
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4X4 Review By John Heilig
Feb 24, 2013
The Auto Page By John Heilig Mid Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel Model: 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4X4 Engine: 3.6-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 290 hp @6,400 rpm/260 @ lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic Wheelbase: 114.8 in. Length x Width x Height: 189.8 x 76.5 x69.3 in. Tires: P265/50R20 Cargo: 3 ... Continue reading
2013 Honda Accord EX-L Navi Review By John Helig
Feb 24, 2013
The Auto Page By John Heilig Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel Model: 2013 Honda Accord EX-L Navi Engine: 2.4-liter DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 185 hp @ 6,400 rpm/181 lb.-ft. @ 3,900 rpm Transmission: CVT Wheelbase: 109.3 in. Length x Width x Height: 191.4 x 72.8 x 57.7 in. Tires: P215/55R17 Cargo: 15.5 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Hey Mac Whats Up? - E Bay Motors Invades Car Market
Feb 24, 2013
By Mac Gordon Editor at Large Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Amid topsy-turvey markets for new and used vehicles, online giant E Bay is revving up a strong role as a buyer and seller. After staging dealer training seminars in 15 U.S. cities in February and March, E Bay made it clear that it was entering vehicle marke ... Continue reading
2013 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring FWD Review By Carey Russ
Feb 22, 2013
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2013 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring FWD Do you want sport with your utility, as in an engaging driving experience in a midsize crossover? Meaning something more than merely a transportation appliance? Then check out Mazda's CX-9. Offering seating for up to seven people, the CX-9 has been ... Continue reading
2013 Lexus ES 300h A Luxury Hybrid Drive By Larry Nutson
Feb 20, 2013
2013 Lexus ES 300h Luxury hybrid drive By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, New York Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_1696) The Lexus ES has always delivered a comfortable, refined and luxurious ride for folks looking for plush accommodations while driving from place to place. The ES hasnât been particularly sporty but this ... Continue reading
Search Thousands Of Dealer's Used Car Inventory - Prices Pics and Specs
Feb 20, 2013
Publishers Note: If you are searching for a used car and would rather buy from an established and licensed dealer instead of a Craigâs List Used Carz seller, the used car search tool below is for you. ... Continue reading
2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO Test Drive By Henny Hemmes
Feb 20, 2013
MORE INFO Chevrolet Specs, Prices, Reviews and Comparisons-Chevrolet Buyers Guide (1997-Present) Is The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO Your Perfect New Car Match? By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel REDONDO BEACH, February 14, 2013. Even though the new Malibu was out for a while last year, I had not yet ... Continue reading
2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Review By John Heilig
Feb 19, 2013
The Auto Page By John Heilig Model: 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Engine: 2.5- liter I5 Horsepower/Torque: 170 hp @ 5,700 rpm/177 lb.-ft. @ 4,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 100.0 in. L x WxH: 168.4 x 71.2 x 58.0 in. Tires: P215/55R17 Cargo: 7.1 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2013 Lexus ES 350 Review By Michael Bernstein
Feb 19, 2013
The Pursuit Of Perfection Is On-Track With Lexus ES350 By Michael Bernstein Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Toyota created Lexus to compete at the highest levels of both performance and luxury and it was a winner, earning the number 1 position in luxury vehicle salesâ¦then the tsunami hit Japan. Now the Lexus bran ... Continue reading
Hey Mac Whats New? Chevy Back with Rear-Drive V-8
Feb 18, 2013
By Mac Gordon Editor at large Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Elizabeth, Australia February 18, 2013; GM has at long last (17 years) realized the hardship of ceding the fullsize sedan market to the âGermansâ plus Lexus and Infiniti. For 17 years, Chevy has been largely absent from the rear-drive V-8 sedan ma ... Continue reading
NACS Newsletter Washington Report: U.S. Senators Seek to Limit Ethanol in Gasoline
Feb 18, 2013
​WASHINGTON DC February 18, 2013; The NACS newsletter reported that U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS) and David Vitter (R-LA) introduced legislation last week that seeks to block an increase in the amount of ethanol that can be blended with gasoline. The bill would overturn Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) w ... Continue reading
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