Marty's Marketing Musings© - Too Many Small Crossovers Means DUELING DOPPELGANGERS!
Feb 25, 2016
by Marty Bernstein Senior Editor at Large The Auto Channel Detroit January 31, 2016; Of all the manufacturers at the recently concluded Detroit Show the one ubiquitous link was the small crossover. It was in almost every booth and it is hot, hot. Year-end sales from 2015 show a dynamic surge in the sales of the mini-mo ... Continue reading
Too Many Gizmos? - Technology Woes Continue to Drive Up New Car Problems - JD Power
Feb 24, 2016
2016 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, which finds technological problems are increasing and impacting reliability measures. The full release, with brand/model ranks in charts and commentary, is below. Please let me know if I can send you a media summary with more information and connect you to Renee Stephens of J.D. P ... Continue reading
Feb 24, 2016
McLaren 2017 570GT McLAREN BROADENS THE SPORTS SERIES LINEUP WITH THE 2017 570GT · The 570GT will be the most luxurious and refined McLaren to date · Side-opening rear glass hatch offers an additional 7.8 cubic feet of luggage capacity · Bespoke tires include Pirelli Noise Cancelling System (PNCS) for refined ... Continue reading
Feb 24, 2016
DETROIT FEB. 24, 2016; Tom Krisher writing foer the AP reported that scientists hired by the auto industry have determined that multiple factors â including moisture and high humidity â can cause some Takata air bags to inflate with too much force and hurl shrapnel at drivers and passengers. The Independent T ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports' 2016 Top Car and Truck Picks
Feb 23, 2016
Ford F-150 named top pickup truck for first time in 17 years YONKERS, NY â Seven new vehicles made Consumer Reportsâ 2016 Annual Top Picks listâthe Mazda MX-5 Miata, Kia Sorento, Toyota Sienna, Toyota Camry, Lexus RX, Honda Fit, and Ford F-150¬âin each of their respective categories. The redesign ... Continue reading
Honda Management Shakeup Official Scorecard - Who's In Who's Out
Feb 23, 2016
February 23, 2016 - The Board of Directors of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (the âCompanyâ), at its meeting held on February 23, 2016, has decided on changes in its Operating Officers as of April 1, 2016 and its Directors as of June 2016. Those changes in its Directors as of June 2016 are subject to approval at the G ... Continue reading
TOYO CELSIUS "Variable Conditions" Tire Review By Steve Purdy
Feb 23, 2016
TOYO CELSIUS "Variable Conditions" Tire Review By Steve Purdy ... Continue reading
2016 Lexus IS 200t Heels on Wheels Review
Feb 23, 2016
HEELS ON WHEELS 2016 LEXUS IS 200t REVIEW By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE LEXUS IS 250 VEHICLE Not necessarily a new car for Lexus, this entry-level luxury sedan replaces the 250 IS with a now-turbocharged 2-liter engine capable of delivering additional horsepower. Another clear ben ... Continue reading
Feb 22, 2016
2016 Honda Civic Coupe, Complete Specs, new 10th-generation Civic represents one of the most comprehensive and ambitious new-model developments ever undertaken by Honda, requiring an unprecedented commitment of R&D resources and Honda engineering prowess. While the development of the Civic Coupe, together with the Civi ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS - February 22, 2016
Feb 22, 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
Hot Pizza Delivered Hot Another Hot Idea From Domino's
Feb 22, 2016
By Martha Hindes Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel How does one pamper a pizza when driving? Putting it on the passenger seat where it can slide to the floor isnât ideal. Neither is putting it in the trunk where it can freeze or at least chill during cold weather. Thatâs a challenge faced by tens ... Continue reading
Nutson's Mega-Tweet Sized Auto News Factoids W/O February 15-21, 2016
Feb 21, 2016
* The auto companies seem more and more done with fighting to make an impact at auto shows. Automotive News reports that now Mazda may skip the Paris show this fall. "Paris is a "huge" show, said Mazda Europe CEO Jeff Guyton, but it is difficult for Mazda to make an impact because it is dominated by Franceâs domes ... Continue reading
Broken Car? Buying A Car? Auto Enthusiast? - Let's Talk About - AUTO LAB Saturday February 20, 2016
Feb 20, 2016
February 20, 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
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2016 ACURA ILX REVIEW
Feb 19, 2016
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2016 ACURA ILX REVIEW ... Continue reading
Last Chance to see the 2016 Chicago Auto Show, the Nation's Largest
Feb 18, 2016
CHICAGO, Feb. 18, 2016 -- The Chicago Auto Show, the nation's largest, is ramping up for its closing weekend, Feb. 19-21. Show-goers can get a glimpse of the more than 20 global debuts that are taking center stage at the 108th edition of the show, including the Kia Niro, Ram Power Wagon, Nissan Armada, Toyota Tacoma TR ... Continue reading
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