J.D. Power and Associates Announces Collaboration to Offer Psychographic Data on New-Vehicle Buyers
Apr 24, 2007
BMW and Toyota Recognized as J.D. Power Automotive Online Marketers of the Year WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., April 23 -- J.D. Power and Associates announced this morning at its 2007 Automotive Marketing and Advertising Issues Briefing that it has formed a collaboration with Mediamark Research Inc. (MRI) to jointly develop ... Continue reading
Spring Vehicle Maintenance Can Increase Fuel Mileage, Reliability and Safety
Apr 24, 2007
ROANOKE, Va.--Consumers can increase fuel mileage, avoid vehicle breakdowns and save money on vehicle repair by regularly maintaining their vehicle. âSpring is an important time to check under the hood, and not just because itâs when National Car Care Month occurs,â said Bryan Gregory, director of consum ... Continue reading
Apr 23, 2007
SHANGHAI April 23, 2007; GM's global commitment to developing transportation that reduces oil use and promotes energy diversity continued today at the Shanghai Auto Show with the unveiling of the next iteration of the E-Flex electric architecture, configured with GM's newest, most efficient hydrogen fuel cell system to ... Continue reading
CarMax Launches Customer Ratings and Reviews
Apr 23, 2007
RICHMOND, Va., April 23 -- CarMax, Inc. , the nation's largest retailer of used vehicles, announced today the addition of a customer ratings and reviews feature on carmax.com, which will help consumers make more informed car-buying decisions. By logging onto http://www.carmax.com/reviews, consumers can read and write r ... Continue reading
"Key Code" Bill Would Help Stranded Motorists
Apr 23, 2007
HONOLULU, HI Apr 23, 2007; Motorists would get 24-hour, 7-days-a-week access to information needed to replace high-tech, electronic vehicle keys when they have been stolen, damaged, or lost under a bill supported by AAA Hawaii. Senate Bill 1011 has been approved by the Senate and House of Representatives and is being c ... Continue reading
Many U.S. Drivers 'Under Pressured'
Apr 23, 2007
Survey Finds Fewer Motorists Checking Tire Pressure WASHINGTON, April 23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- U.S. drivers are less attentive to their tires than a year ago, according to a nationwide survey. Just over 50 percent of drivers say they have checked their tire pressure within the past month compared to 70 percent las ... Continue reading
Toyota Camry Production Begins In Indiana
Apr 20, 2007
April 20, 2007 -- Lafayette, IN -- Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) and Toyota held a ceremony today to commemorate production of the plant's first Toyota Camry. In March 2006, SIA parent Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) and Toyota announced a collaborative agreement that would include Camry production at SIA. A $230 mill ... Continue reading
Hyundai Vehicles Named "Best Cars For Families"
Apr 20, 2007
April 20, 2007 -- FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. -- AAA (American Automobile Association) and Parents magazine named the 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and Entourage as two of 2007's "Best Cars for Families." The 15-vehicle list, now in its fifth year, appears with detailed reviews of each model in the April issue of Parents magazine. ... Continue reading
2007 Ford Edge Crossover Utility Vehicle Review
Apr 20, 2007
FORD EDGE Nice But Not Edgy By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau We had the opportunity to drive the new Ford Edge in and around San Francisco last year before it was introduced to the public. Most of the assembled media, a usually critical bunch, were favorably impressed. I know I was. I was particularly f ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago: Steep Increase in Fuel Prices Since March
Apr 20, 2007
AURORA, Ill., April 20 -- Statewide averages for the price of gasoline in Illinois and northern Indiana have increased more than 40 cents in the past month. AAA Chicago's most recent Fuel Gauge Report estimates that in Illinois, regular unleaded gasoline has increased 41 cents during the past month, forecasting an aver ... Continue reading
NADA Dealers Nationwide Kick-Off Tire Safety Week
Apr 20, 2007
MCLEAN, Va., April 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- New-car dealers across the country are promoting tire safety during National Tire Safety Week, April 22-28. This is the third year the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) has participated in this educational campaign, sponsored annually by the Rubber Manufactu ... Continue reading
Apr 20, 2007
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., April 20 -- In an era when fuel economy and vehicle safety are priorities, EnTire Solutions, LLC -- a joint venture between TRW Automotive and Michelin that develops, markets and sells direct, driver-oriented tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) -- is reminding consumers that they can save g ... Continue reading
Survey Finds Travelers Want To See Hybrid Vehicles Added To Rental Car Fleets
Apr 20, 2007
NORWALK, Conn.--In advance of this weekendâs Earth Day (Sunday, April 22), priceline.com® conducted a new survey of its rental car customers. The company found that an overwhelming majority (72%) of travelers want rental car companies to offer economical, environmentally friendly hybrid vehicles powered by both ... Continue reading
Drivers Can Help Fight Climate Change, Save at the Gas Pump With Fuel-Efficiency Tips
Apr 20, 2007
WASHINGTON, April 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With gas prices already approaching $3 a gallon nationwide well in advance of the summer driving season - and Earth Day around the corner - the Alliance to Save Energy urges drivers to cut their own energy costs while helping to curb climate change by driving more fuel-ef ... Continue reading
How To Handle A Stressful Commute - VIDEO STORY
Apr 20, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, MI - April 20, 2007: 51 percent of Americans find their commute to be stressful. Dodge partnered with Dr. Martha Beck, a best-selling author, to offer tips on how to relax and stay calm during their travels. ... Continue reading
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