Subaru Legacy Outpoints Ford Fusion in Consumer Reports' Tests of All-Wheel-Drive Family Sedans
Nov 3, 2009
Toyota Camry and Mazda3 also perform well in CR's latest tests YONKERS, N.Y., Nov. 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The redesigned Subaru Legacy outpointed the freshened Ford Fusion in Consumer Reports' latest tests of family sedans with all-wheel drive. Also included in the sedans test was the freshened Toyota Camry, whic ... Continue reading
50th Anniversary Corvette Stingray Concept
Nov 3, 2009
Design and technology come together to celebrate Corvetteâs past, present and future DETROIT October 30, 2009â Chevrolet delivers a futuristic vision of technology and design with the 50th Anniversary Corvette Stingray Concept. A version of the model was first shown at the 2009 Chicago Auto Show and stars as ... Continue reading
Toyota's New U.S. Plan: Trim Trucks, Add Hybrids
Nov 2, 2009
Washington DC November 2, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that according to Automotive News, Toyota President Akio Toyoda is rewriting his U.S. playbook to revive battered sales and a tattered image. The new strategy: review and possibly trim the lineup of full-frame trucks; skip mid-cycle vehicle enhancements to f ... Continue reading
Winterize Your Vehicle and Have One Less Worry - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 2, 2009
BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 2 When the thermostat drops, we start wearing coats to protect ourselves from the cold, but most people don't realize that their vehicles also need some extra protection during the winter. A few quick steps are all it takes to help your vehicle perform its best this winter. "Motorists in most of thi ... Continue reading
U.S. Annual Car Insurance Premiums Averaged $1,655 Last Month
Nov 2, 2009
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla.--In 2008, the national average cost of car insurance was $1,600. This monthâs average is 3.3% higher than 2008's car insurance rates, according to CarInsurance.comâs Premium Index (CPI). CarInsurance.com includes trends and tools that assist drivers to find the best rate. Get a car ins ... Continue reading
HUMMER Focuses on Outdoor Recreation and Off-Road Racing at the 2009 SEMA Show
Nov 2, 2009
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2 -- With a renewed focus on recreation and off-road racing performance, HUMMER comes to Las Vegas and the 2009 SEMA Show with a group of four special trucks and SUVs demonstrating the purpose-built nature of HUMMER vehicles. HUMMER introduces two concepts, the H3 Moab, outfitted with a host of off-road ... Continue reading
UAW-Ford Tentative Agreement Ratification Result
Nov 2, 2009
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 2 -- Editor's Note: The following statement is attributable to Joe Hinrichs, group vice president, Global Manufacturing and Labor Affairs, Ford Motor Company . We appreciate the UAW leadership for working with us to reach a tentative agreement on further modifications to our national labor agreeme ... Continue reading
Consumers Digest Magazine Names 2010 Automotive Best Buys
Nov 2, 2009
DEERFIELD, Ill., Nov. 2 -- Thirty-six vehicles and 12 companion models received Best Buy ratings from Consumers Digest out of some-240 total 2010 models. The ratings, published in CD's December issue (on sale November 1), span 10 categories: Small Cars, Family Cars, Luxury Cars, Sporty Cars, Pickups, Minivans, Compact ... Continue reading
Alert Driving Needs Attention Says Mercedes-Benz
Nov 2, 2009
1.9 million fatigue-related crashes or near misses result from sleepiness behind the wheel MONTVALE, N.J., Nov. 2 -- Mercedes-Benz and the National Sleep Foundation want drivers to be alert behind the wheel this holiday season as new data from the 2009 Sleep in America poll point to a significant problem related to dro ... Continue reading
NADAguides.com Names the 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster Car of the Month for November
Nov 2, 2009
- Nissan 370Z - World's Most Complete Roadster - COSTA MESA, Calif., Nov. 2 -- NADAguides.com, the leading provider of vehicle pricing and information, today announced that the 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster has received the coveted NADAguides.com "Car of the Month" award for November. The 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster is in a ... Continue reading
Fiat Introduces New Qubo Trekking with "Traction +" - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 2, 2009
TURIN, Italy - November 2, 2009: The Qubo Trekking is the new version of Fiat's "free space" vehicle targeting nature lovers, outdoor sports and leisure enthusiasts. This original vehicle is also ideal for the non-conformist driver in search of substance with a sense of environmental responsibility. Powered by the bril ... Continue reading
Nov 2, 2009
- Miller to be Featured in Special Harley-Davidson 'Military Appreciation Month' Campaign - LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2 -- Today Marisa Miller announced that she has expanded her relationship with Harley-Davidson to salute active and retired U.S. military personnel during the month of November, as part of the Motor Company's f ... Continue reading
Green Motion is Writing to Announce Some Good News
Nov 2, 2009
We have the pleasure to inform you that following being nominated for the Green Fleet Awards 2009, Green Motion received the coveted award of Rental Company of the Year 2009, beating last year's winner, Enterprise, and this year's nominee, Hertz Rent-a-Car. This is an important milestone for Green Motion, securing its ... Continue reading
Ford announces cost-saving changes to CAW contract
Nov 2, 2009
Employees support deal that delivers new products to Canadian plants ----------------------------------------------------------------------- -- - Competitive improvements to the national collective agreement with the CAW have been ratified by Ford employees. The contract modifications extend the agreement by one year t ... Continue reading
Hybrid Buyers Guide - Specs and Prices
Nov 1, 2009
The trendiest vehicles on the road today are hybrids, cars and trucks powered by drive-trains that use both internal combustion engines and electric motors for propulsion. The two current strategies are "full hybrids", which can operate under internal combustion power only, electric power only, or a combination of the ... Continue reading
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