Auto News Digest, Week Ending August 12, 2018 Edited By Larry Nutson
Aug 12, 2018
Last Weeks Automotive News Headline Stories: 10 Millionth Ford Mustang; MB Made In Alabama; Musk Gives Finger To Stockholders; Made in Mexico Ole'; Geeley Lotus Revitalization; So Sorry: Mazda, Suzuki, Yamaha; Cummins Recall; Toyota Fuel-Cell HD Trucks; OOPS Digital Drive Aids Faulty; Fast MOPAR: Dodge Roadkill Nights ... Continue reading
Forbes Says There Is A "Pickup Problem" - TACH Asks What Problem? (originally Published 6/9/2010)
Aug 7, 2018
Washington DC June 9, 2010; The AIADA newsletter reported that Jerry Flint at Forbes writes that the trouble with all the plans to improve fuel economy is that Americans still like pickups. Not small pickups, but big full-size pickups with four doors and fancy interiors. A standard V-8 pickup will get 16, maybe 18, mil ... Continue reading
Mopar Dodge//SRT Driver Capps Takes 60th Career Victory at Pacific Raceways
Aug 6, 2018
Ron Capps seizes Funny Car Wally trophy in his Mopar-powered Dodge Charger R/T Leah Pritchett takes runner-up spot in Sparkling Ice/Mopar Dodge Top Fuel Dragster Matt Hagan captures first No. 1 qualifier spot for new Mopar Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Tommy Johnson Jr. ... Continue reading
There Are Life Or Death Decisions To Make When Considering Which Car or Truck To Buy +VIDEO
Aug 3, 2018
Its fun to worry about a new sound system or spiffy interior color...but spend some time researching which cars are more likely to keep you alive in a crash... ... Continue reading
FCA US Reports July 2018 Sales
Aug 1, 2018
Ram brand reports highest July sales ever, Light-Duty retail sales climbed 17 percent Jeep® brand reports highest July sales ever, retail sales rose 16 percent Jeep Cherokee posts best July sales ever, retail sales jumped 73 percent Alfa Romeo July sales increase 65 percent FCA US LLC today reported July 2018 sales of ... Continue reading
Bill Ford Statement On The Passing Of Sergio Marchionne
Jul 26, 2018
The following statement is attributable to Bill Ford, executive chairman, Ford Motor Company, on the July 25 passing of former Fiat Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne: “Sergio Marchionne was one of the most respected leaders in the industry whose creativity and bold determination helped to restore Chrysler to financial h ... Continue reading
Statement from GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra on Passing of Sergio Marchionne
Jul 26, 2018
We at General Motors offer our condolences to Sergio Marchionne’s family and friends. Sergio created a remarkable legacy in the automotive industry. ... Continue reading
2018 APEAL Study From J.D. Powers - Complete List Of Winners
Jul 25, 2018
Given the significant cost of owning a new vehicle, delighting customers is challenging for auto manufacturers. That challenge is being met, as evidenced by a 10-point increase in overall satisfaction from 2017, according to the J.D. Power 2018 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study,SM released ... Continue reading
Jul 24, 2018
Former Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Sergio Marchionne suffered an embolism while undergoing an operation for an invasive shoulder sarcoma and has irreversible damage to his brain function, and he had failed to tell Exor Chairman John Elkann of the seriousness of his illness, an Italian business website reported Tuesda ... Continue reading
2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 Revealed In Denver
Jul 21, 2018
July 19, 2018 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Dodge//SRT engineers are regulars at the drag strip and well known for creating the record-setting Challenger SRT Demon. ... Continue reading
Mopar and Dodge//SRT Debut New Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat NHRA Funny Car
Jul 21, 2018
July 19, 2018 , Denver - A new, wickedly quick, Mopar-powered National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Funny Car version of the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat has been let loose and is coming soon to a drag strip near you. The new 2019 Mopar Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat NHRA Funny Car body will make its competition debut this weeke ... Continue reading
2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Selects Nexen Tire
Jul 20, 2018
DIAMOND BAR, Calif., July 20, 2018 -- Although the name Nexen Tire might not roll off your tongue like a handful of other tire brands, automakers and enthusiasts alike are looking to this "next generation" tire manufacturer as America's Fastest Growing Performance Tire Brand. Recently, Dodge selected Nexen Tire for the ... Continue reading
Letter From Europe; Thumbs-Up Durango, VW GTI, Terrain; Thumbs-Down Brand Snobbery
Jul 18, 2018
Snobbery is a funny old business which I have never been able to figure out. I am talking about cars if course. ... Continue reading
Autotrader Names 10 Hottest SUVs for Summer 2018
Jul 18, 2018
Autotrader editors put together its list of the 10 hottest SUVs for the summer of 2018. These fun, practical vehicles are the 10 most-searched new, used, and certified pre-owned utility vehicles on Autotrader. "Utility tops the must-have list for today's car shopper, which is why SUV sales continue to set records among ... Continue reading
Opinion, 8 Best Cars to Buy Now July 2018
Jul 17, 2018
U.S. News & World Report, today unveiled July's list of the Best Cars to Buy Now. 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
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