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Inside the 'Real' J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Ratings

Inside the 'Real' J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Ratings

Washington DC March 1, 2016; The AIADA newsletter reported that while few would argue that today's cars and trucks are designed and built better and last longer than ever, why is it that the industry's overall reliability ratings, particularly those just released by the venerable consumer research firm J.D. Power, are ... Continue reading

U.S. Auto Sales February 2016 - Led By International Brands Sales Soar

U.S. Auto Sales February 2016 - Led By International Brands Sales Soar

Washington DC March 2, 2016; The AIADA newsletter reported thatS “February’s sales figures were a welcome sight for dealers after a flat start to the year,” said AIADA President Cody Lusk. “Thanks to accessible credit and low gas prices, 2016 is shaping up to be a positive year for international dea ... Continue reading

2016 Mazda CX-9 Scores 35-Percent Improvement in Fuel Efficiency Over Predecessor

2016 Mazda CX-9 Scores 35-Percent Improvement in Fuel Efficiency Over Predecessor

- Torquey, Turbocharged and Efficient SKYACTIV Engine Contributes to CX-9's 8.3 L/100 km NRCan-Estimated Highway Rating - RICHMOND HILL, ON, March 2, 2016 /CNW/ - Mazda Canada Inc. (MCI) today released Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) estimated fuel economy figures for its all-new 2016 Mazda CX-9 midsize, three-row cro ... Continue reading

2017 Kia Sportage First Look

2017 Kia Sportage First Look

Fourth-Generation Sportage Compact CUV Boasts Sophisticated Design, a Refined Premium Interior and Significant Ride and Handling Improvements Stiffer structure, new suspension, advanced driver assistance systems, and premium materials take Sportage to the head of the class Cutting-edge design, engaging driving dynamics ... Continue reading

87 Percent of Drivers Engage in Unsafe Behaviors While Behind the Wheel

87 Percent of Drivers Engage in Unsafe Behaviors While Behind the Wheel

87 Percent of Drivers Engage in Unsafe Behaviors While Behind the Wheel Nearly 87 percent of drivers engaged in at least one risky behavior while behind the wheel within the past month, according to latest research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. These unsafe behaviors include driving while distracted, impair ... Continue reading

WEEKLY NHTSA RECALL SCORECARD: February 29, 2016

WEEKLY NHTSA RECALL SCORECARD: February 29, 2016

Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you. The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicl ... Continue reading

Nutson's Mega-Sized Auto News Tweets February 22-28, 2016

Nutson's Mega-Sized Auto News Tweets February 22-28, 2016

* The Chicago Auto Show concluded a successful nine-day run this past weekend. Highlights included more than 20 vehicles that made their global debut, a dazzling array of concept cars, participation from every volume manufacturer and three indoor test tracks. Consumers also have a voice at the Chicago Auto Show. In the ... Continue reading

2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T Review

2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T Review

2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T Review ... Continue reading

Broken Car? Buying A Car? Auto Enthusiast? - Auto Lab LIVE Let's Talk About Saturday 8AM

Broken Car? Buying A Car? Auto Enthusiast? - Auto Lab LIVE Let's Talk About Saturday 8AM

February 27, 2016 Car Question? Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 Auto Lab is a 27 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with advice for the New York area's 12 million people, prov ... Continue reading

Lamborghini Miura 50th Anniversary at 2016 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance

Lamborghini Miura 50th Anniversary at 2016 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance

LAMBORGHINI MIURA 50th ANNIVERSARY AT 2016 AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS d'ELEGANCE Jacksonville, FL (February 26, 2016) - The 21st annual Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the legendary Lamborghini Miura, the car that changed the exotic car universe forever. The landmark Miura was intro ... Continue reading

Jeep® - 2016 Geneva International Motor Show Exhibit

Jeep® - 2016 Geneva International Motor Show Exhibit

•Presentation of 75th Anniversary special edition line-up •Overland new trim debuts in EMEA on Cherokee •Grand Cherokee SRT Night new Special Edition of the fastest and most powerful Jeep® ever •Premiere of Renegade Dawn of Justice Special Edition •Garage Italia Customs reinterprets Cherokee ... Continue reading

Consumer Reports 2016 Annual Brand Report Card - It Ain't The Money Honey

Consumer Reports 2016 Annual Brand Report Card - It Ain't The Money Honey

Audi, Subaru, Lexus, Subaru & Mazda Keep Pace with Luxury Brands, Porsche, BMW lead the pack April 2016 Cover [Hi-YONKERS, NY— Consumers don’t always have to spend top dollar to get a great car. The Consumer Reports 2016 Brand Report Card reveals mainstream brands like Subaruand Mazda can often deliver as muc ... Continue reading

The 2017 Lotus Evora Sport 410 Unveiled

The 2017 Lotus Evora Sport 410 Unveiled

Thursday, February 25, 2016 - 10:450-60 mph in 3.9 secs and a top speed of 186 mph 70 kg slashed from the weight of the Evora 400 Comprehensive carbon fibre package as standard Increased power, reduced mass, sharper handling Total production limited to one-hundred and fifty vehicles per year In a move that should surpr ... Continue reading

Build Your Personalized Acura NSX With Online Vehicle Configurator

Build Your Personalized Acura NSX With Online Vehicle Configurator

Configurator site is live for potential customers and enthusiasts to create their ideal NSX supercar Online configurator is the first step in the NSX custom order process NSX fans can share their dream NSX on Twitter to win exclusive opportunity to drive the supercar The 2017 Acura NSX online configurator launched toda ... Continue reading

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