Aug 4, 2009
WASHINGTON, Aug 4, 2009; Richard Cowan writing for Reuters reported that legislation to inject more money into a popular "cash-for-clunkers" program aimed at increasing U.S. automobile sales will pass the Senate before the start of a month-long recess at the end of this week, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said on T ... Continue reading
Aug 4, 2009
FRANKFURT, Aug 4, 2009; Edward Taylor writing for Reuters reported that BMW will launch a new class of environmentally friendly vehicles under its own brand, signalling that even premium automakers are ready to embrace electric vehicles as a mainstream product. The push comes on the same day as BMW unveiled better-than ... Continue reading
Young Motorists Most Supportive of Safety Cameras, Says IAM
Aug 4, 2009
Young people have a more positive attitude to safety cameras than older drivers, according to the latest survey of driver opinions on safety cameras from the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists). The results, published today, show that 17-24 year-olds give the best approval ratings overall while older drivers tend to ... Continue reading
Aug 4, 2009
Detroit August 3, 2009; General Motors Company announced an expansion of leasing today with enhanced lease programs on select 2009 and 2010 Cadillac, Buick, GMC and Chevrolet models. The leases, offered by U.S. Bank, are part of a pilot program that includes select GM vehicles sold in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, ... Continue reading
US Senators See Support For "Cash for Clunker" $2 Billion Extension
Aug 4, 2009
WASHINGTON, Aug 3, 2009; U.S. Senate approval of a $2 billion extension of the "cash for clunkers" auto incentive brightened on Monday when two key lawmakers threw their support behind the initiative. The White House stepped up pressure on wavering senators by warning that the successful sales stimulus, which some, inc ... Continue reading
Over 1900 Lives Saved in California Last Year by Seatbelts, Air Bags and Helmets
Aug 4, 2009
Many More Could Be Saved by Universal Usage SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 3 -- In California 1,920 people know that they are alive today because they used seatbelts, child safety seats, motorcycle helmets, or had cars equipped with air bags in 2008. These are lives that were saved during serious crashes by being properly re ... Continue reading
Hybrid Ford Fusion Gets Excellent Rating in Consumer Reports, Now on Par With Toyota Camry Hybrid
Aug 4, 2009
Four and six-cylinder versions much improved, Audi Q5 tops tests of compact luxury SUVs YONKERS, N.Y., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The new Ford Fusion Hybrid is now Consumer Reports' top-rated domestic sedan. Essentially tied with the Toyota Camry Hybrid, the Fusion Hybrid achieved an excellent 34 mpg overall in ... Continue reading
Chrysler to display new Fiat to enthusiast club
Aug 4, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 1, 2009 MEDIA CONTACT: Bobb Rayner, Co-founder: Club FLU and âFiat FreakOutâ Phone: 856-384-4772 Email: bobbrayner@gmail.com John Montgomery, President: Club Fiat-Lancia Unlimited Phone: 864-895-9991 E-mail: bertoneman@aol.com FIAT AUTOMOBILE ENTHUSIAST CLUB TO DISPLAY NEW FIAT A ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Says Don't Let Small Car Problems Turn Into Costly Headaches Down the Road
Aug 4, 2009
Performing routine maintenance can prevent thousands in repair bills, how to find a great mechanic YONKERS, N.Y., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A car will usually signal that something isn't right long before it has a major failure, and according to Consumer Reports, that is the time to have it fixed. If early warn ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces Record July Sales
Aug 3, 2009
All-new Soul and Forte Support Brand in Surpassing Previous Record July IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 3 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced July sales of 29,345 units, up 9.3 percent from June and year-to-date sales of 176,749 total units. Soul sales increased more than 2,000 units from June and Forte posted strong firs ... Continue reading
Il Nuovo (Chrysler) Fiat 500 Hits Motor City - GREAT VIDEOS
Aug 3, 2009
By Bruce Hubbard Senior Contributor The Auto Channel Detroit Bureau Detroit August 3, 2009; Every since this years Geneva auto show where the new FIAT 500c was shown with Elle Macpherson I have wanted to check it out again. In Grosse Pointe and Detroit I had the pleasure. The new 500C reminds me not of their first smal ... Continue reading
Aug 3, 2009
manufacturer incentive in the U.S. was $2,735 per vehicle sold in July 2009, down $134, or 4.7 percent, from June 2009, and up $90, or 3.4 percent, from July 2008. This represents the fourth consecutive month in which incentives have fallen. âComparing June with July, incentives usually increase between $50 and $2 ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Reports July 2009 Sales Increase
Aug 3, 2009
CYPRESS, Calif., Aug. 3 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today announced July 2009 sales of 4,487, an increase of 11.1 percent over June sales, and year-to-date sales of 31,314. MMNA posted its third consecutive month of increased sales. July's volume leader was the fuel-efficient Lancer, with 1,712 sold, up 2 ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Industry - July 2009 Sales Results Scorecard by Auto Groups
Aug 3, 2009
CHICAGO, Aug 3, 2009; Reuters compiled the following list of U.S. sales and market shares of cars and light trucks listed by auto groups and their wholly owned subsidiaries for July versus the same year-earlier month and for the year-to-date. Percent changes are based on the daily sales rate. ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Sales Bolstered by Buyer Rush for Cash for Clunkers Opportunity
Aug 3, 2009
DETROIT/PARIS August 3, 2009; Kevin Krolicki and Helen Massy-Beresford writing for Reuters reported that U.S. auto sales jumped to their highest level of 2009 in July as Americans rushed to take advantage of a government incentive to trade in old cars and trucks, raising hopes the battered sector is poised for a recove ... Continue reading
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