2011 Hyundai Sonata Earns Top Safety Rating From NHTSA
Oct 5, 2010
PR Newswire FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 5 FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 5 -- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded an overall five-star crash test rating, the highest government ranking under the agency's New Car Assessment Program, to the all-new 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The Sonata withstood ... Continue reading
2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Review
Oct 5, 2010
2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 (IMG_0430) A mid-size SUV that can tow. By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel Toyotaâs original entry into the SUV segment, the 4Runner was completely redesigned for 2010 and the 2011 model is unchanged except for a few tweaks in options. This mid-size, body-on-fram ... Continue reading
Oct 5, 2010
More information, including the full list of newly-rated vehicles is available at the official website for the Federal governmentâs 5-Star Safety Ratings Program, www.safercar.gov. At Safercar.gov, consumers can also find comprehensive information about safe driving, vehicle defects, safety recalls, and passenger ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports: Redesigned Infiniti M37 Gets Highest Score Among Luxury Sedans
Oct 5, 2010
PR Newswire YONKERS, N.Y., Oct. 5 Hyundai Genesis provides similar performance for thousands less than M37; CR also tests Mustang GT coupe & convertible YONKERS, N.Y., Oct. 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The redesigned Infiniti M37 posted an "Excellent" score in Consumer Reports' ratings, as part of a test in the Novembe ... Continue reading
Silly Cars, A (Real) Naughty Volvo and Helan Gar In This Month's Letter from Europe
Oct 3, 2010
by Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel October 2, 2010; Let me start with the bad news. Ford cannot be serious with the new Lincoln MKS. At 56 thousand dollars including all the extras it is just not an acceptable proposition. More of a big whale than an automobile. It is big all right, the trunk simpl ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Fiesta 5-Door SES Review
Oct 3, 2010
See Also:ford Buyers Guide See Also: E-Carmony: Is The 2011 ford fiesta a Perfect Match? DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Is America ready for small cars? With the introduction of its subcompact Fiesta to North American shores, Ford is betting so. If you have a long memory, or are a student of automotive history, ... Continue reading
2011 Camaro Convertible - Opening Soon
Oct 2, 2010
DETROIT October 2, 2010; The 21st century rebirth of the Chevrolet Camaro opens a new chapter when the 2011 Camaro Convertible premieres at the Los Angeles International Auto Show on Nov. 17. The Camaro Convertible will arrive in Chevrolet showrooms in February 2011. Starting price will be $30,000, including $850 desti ... Continue reading
Mazda Sales Up 30 Percent in September 2010
Oct 1, 2010
Mazda Sales Up 30 Percent in September PR Newswire IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported September sales of 18,580, an increase of 30.5 percent compared to last September. Year-to-date sales through September, 2010, stand at 174,770, and are outpacing las ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces All-Time Quarterly Sales Record
Oct 1, 2010
Kia Motors America Announces All-Time Quarterly Sales Record PR Newswire IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced sales of 30,071 vehicles in September, a 39-percent increase over the same period last year and an all-time sales record for the month of September. Kia's sa ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group LLC Reports September 2010 U.S. Sales Increased 61 Percent
Oct 1, 2010
Chrysler Group LLC Reports September 2010 U.S. Sales Increased 61 Percent PR Newswire AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 1 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 1 -- September marks the six consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases Chrysler, Jeepî Dodge and Ram Truck brands post year-over-year increases All-new 2011 Jeep G ... Continue reading
Subaru of America, Inc. Sets September Sales Record
Oct 1, 2010
Subaru of America, Inc. Sets September Sales Record PR Newswire CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 1 CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that it posted its best-ever September sales results. This also marks the best-ever September sales for the Subaru Outback and Forester models. (Logo: http://pho ... Continue reading
Volkswagen of America Announces 14.9% Increase for September 2010 Sales
Oct 1, 2010
Volkswagen of America Announces 14.9% Increase for September Sales PR Newswire HERNDON, Va., Oct. 1 HERNDON, Va., Oct. 1 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported September sales of 19,943 total units, for an increase of 14.9 percent over September 2009. Year-to-date sales for the entire line of Volkswagen vehicles ... Continue reading
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited Review
Sep 30, 2010
SPECIFICATIONS: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited Model: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited Engine: 2.4-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 198 hp @ 6,300 rpm/184 lb.-ft. @ 4,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with manual Wheelbase: 110.0 in. Length/Width/Height: 189.8 x 72.2 x 57.9 in. Tires: P215/55R17 Cargo volume: 16.4 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Toyota Unveils 'Verso-S' at 2010 Paris Motor Show
Sep 30, 2010
Paris, Sept 30, 2010; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces it unveiled today the compact "Verso-S" at the 2010 Paris Motor Show1, which is open to the press on September 30 and October 1 and to the public from October 2 to 17. Sales of the vehicle are planned to begin in Europe in February 2011.The Verso-S seeks to ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Starts Market Launch of Volt With Customer Advisory Board
Sep 29, 2010
Chevrolet Starts Market Launch of Volt With Customer Advisory Board PR Newswire DETROIT, Sept. 28 DETROIT, Sept. 28 -- Chevrolet has hand-picked 15 advanced technology enthusiasts and electric vehicle advocates to be the first consumers to experience the Volt every day under real-world conditions during a three-month v ... Continue reading
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