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
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
8 Best Cars to Buy Now Says U.S. News & World Report
Jun 8, 2018
To make U.S. News' monthly list, a car must meet three criteria: declining sales, strong manufacturer incentives and excellent scores in the U.S. News Best Cars rankings. ... Continue reading
Fuel-Cell Madness...SLAP!...Thanks I Needed That!
May 31, 2018
I just slapped myself in the face, boy i need that! Auto Central January 21, 2016; I was considering The Auto Channel's long-time fervent support of ethanol as America's alt fuel solution and found that I was getting caught up in the hydrogen hysteria...so if I was, so is everybody, after my face slap I came to my sens ... 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
Modifying An SUV To Be The Safest Possible Family Vehicle
May 16, 2018
I received a very thought provoking letter from a reader in Miami, Florida asking about the safest possible family vehicle. Readers, what are your thoughts? Dear Rob, My name is Diego, and I stumbled on to a post about vehicle height researching vehicle safety. ... Continue reading
May 15, 2018
To make U.S. News' monthly list, a car has to meet three criteria: declining sales, strong manufacturer incentives and excellent scores in the U.S. News Best Cars rankings. ... Continue reading
May 2, 2018
Auto Central March 31, 2017; Below you can find some interesting ranking developed by using Perfect New Car Match. Before you buy and before you try make sure that the car you are loving meets your needs and wants. ... 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
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
Mar 12, 2018
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall. ... 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
Jaguar Charges Ahead with All-New Electric I-Pace +VIDEO
Mar 2, 2018
The Jaguar I-PACE, the first all-electric production vehicle from the Jaguar brand, has been unveiled to the world. Clean, smart and offering a wealth of driver assistance features, the Jaguar I-PACE delivers sports car performance, artificial intelligence (AI) enabled technologies and five-seat SUV practicality. ... Continue reading
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