News By Topic: Automobile Dealers

CoPilot Digital Car Shopping Service Adds AI-Assisted App

Nov 17, 2023

CHICAGO--CoPilot, the leading consumer-focused car shopping app, has launched the car market’s first-ever comprehensive AI-assisted car shopping experience. Through CoPilot’s app, consumers can now search for and receive AI-curated, ranked recommendations with detailed analysis on which vehicle is the best fit for ... Continue reading

VINCENTRIC BEST CPO VALUE IN AMERICA AWARDS

Nov 16, 2023

The 11th annual Vincentric Best Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Value in America™ Awards were announced today, with Ford claiming more awards than any other brand. Ford earned six model-level awards and two brand-level awards, including a fourth time win for Best CPO Value Truck Brand, and an outstanding eighth win in a ro ... Continue reading

Savvy Shopping in the Digital Age: Embracing the Benefits of Online Car Auctions

Nov 16, 2023

The car-buying experience has changed dramatically in the digital age. The emergence of online car auctions, which have completely transformed conventional car-buying techniques, is among the major game-changers in this progression. ... Continue reading

2024 KIA EV9 NAMED FINALIST FOR 2024 NORTH AMERICAN UTILITY VEHICLE OF THE YEAR™

Nov 16, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 16, 2023 -- Today, the all-electric Kia EV9 was named as a finalist in the competition for 2024 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year™ by the North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) jury1. ... Continue reading

North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year™ Reveals Finalists for 2024 Awards

Nov 16, 2023

LOS ANGELES, November 16, 2023 – Only one more round of votes now stands between nine vehicles and one of the most coveted honors in the automotive industry. Three cars, three trucks and three utility vehicles were named finalists for the 2024 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards ... Continue reading

EV Repair Costs 29% Higher Than Traditional Vehicle Repair Costs in Side-by-side Model Comparison

Nov 16, 2023

WESTLAKE, Texas--Solera Holdings, LLC, the global leader in vehicle lifecycle management, today announced groundbreaking global research looking at repair cost trends of electric vehicles (EVs) in comparison to internal combustion engine (ICE) repair costs. The comparative study considered aggregate international analy ... Continue reading

New Mexico's Navigational Notes: Understanding Junk RV Buyers'Preferences

Nov 16, 2023

Eventually, all RVers will own what’s referred to as a junk RV. With each click of the odometer and bump on campground roads, your rig is losing value. ... Continue reading

San Diego Defense Diary: Protecting Your Interests in Car Sales

Nov 16, 2023

Selling your used car can produce a lot of different emotions, especially if you’ve never done it before. While some simply sell them to either a used car lot or trade them in for something better, savvy sellers know that car dealers are never giving them the best offer. ... Continue reading

Polestar 4 production starts; first customer deliveries expected before end of 2023

Nov 15, 2023

Polestar confirms the successful start of production of Polestar 4, with first deliveries to customers in China expected before the end of 2023. Official launch in all other Polestar markets is planned for early 2024, with customer deliveries in these markets expected within the same year. ... Continue reading

US Government Law Supercharged EV Manufacturing But Not EV Buying

Nov 14, 2023

President Biden’s signature climate law has stimulated a surge of investment in electric vehicle production across the country, including tens of billions of dollars on battery plants across the South and new assembly lines near the Great Lakes. Based on early evidence, it is succeeding at a goal that economists have ... Continue reading

2023 Volvo S60 Recharge Black Edition - Review By Larry Nutson

Nov 14, 2023

Volvo offers two 4-door sedans in the US market: the compact S60 and the midsize S90. I recently drove the S60, thanks to Volvo. ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD PRO - Review by Mark Fulmer

Nov 14, 2023

The 2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro seems to be a solid and reliable SUV with impressive off-road capabilities. It has a 4-liter V6 engine that provides good performance, although it may consume fuel at a higher rate than some other SUVs in its class. ... Continue reading

9 Advantages of Buying a Used Car Instead of New

Nov 14, 2023

If it is time to replace your car, you shouldn’t assume that you have to get a new car. All you need is a car that is new to you – and that can include used. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up November 5-11, 2023

Nov 13, 2023

Larry's picks among the past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Recall Weekly Summary November 13, 2023

Nov 13, 2023

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.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading