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After the selling days for the month of March closed and car manufacturers posted their sales figures, the American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) recently announced the total auto sales in the United States for the month of March. The association of car manufacturers reported that U.
The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) recently reported the total U.S. auto sale for the month of March. The report shows the auto market increased sales by 0.8 percent compared to March 2006 sales. The increase in the new car sales is affected mostly by Asian brands since the U.
With March over, car manufacturers have reported their sales for the said month. The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) reported that strong sales of Asian brands. According to the report, international brands have taken 48.4 percent of the U.S. auto market. Leading the way for the international brand are, of course, the surging Asian brands of Toyota, Honda, and Nissan.
Warm weather means an increase in travel and busier roads and highways. But before you hit the road with friends and family, it's important to be certain your car is in good running order. Keeping Cars Safe AAA reports receiving 29 million roadside assistance calls every year, with 13 million of those requiring towing, usually to a repair shop.
Which is more important, saving money on car repairs or saving your life? Finding a reputable shop to take your vehicle for major repairs-perhaps due to an accident or mechanical problems-can help protect you, your passengers and your wallet from harm. Although most body shops are honest, some will try to defraud you and your insurance company.
The Congress is pushing a new bill to penalize oil and gas companies for price gouging. But a recent study found that the bill would could the national economy about $1.9 billion during a national emergency on the scale of hurricanes like Katrina and Rita. The study argues that such legislation would cause long lines at service stations and fuel shortages redolent of the energy crisis in 1970s.
Kirk Kerkorian, the American billionaire and CEO of Tracinda Corporation, envisions a true partnership with the United Auto Workers (UAW). The aim of the billionaire is to foster equal sharing in the risks and rewards of his $4.5 billion bid to buy the Chrysler Group. In a statement made Friday, Kerkorian said his plans are nothing short of a transformation of Chrysler that aligns the interests of all employees, executives and investors.
The first ever SUV that Volkswagen manufacturer of high quality VW fan has restyled for the 2008 model year is returning as the Touareg 2. The updated version is scheduled to hit showrooms later this spring and will feature an updated exterior styling, additional list of safety features and vehicle capabilities, plus three powerful engine options.
The New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) is the country’s largest event of its kind and it is only fitting that such event would host the unveiling of the most advanced concept vehicles around. Infiniti, Nissan’s luxury brand, indeed took advantage of the large attendance at the motor show to unveil their Infiniti EX concept vehicle.
The Jetta SportWagen is a sporty and vibrant wagon version of Volkswagen’s top selling model and has made its official US debut at the New York Auto Show. The Jetta SportWagen is a mixture of European style that combines elegance and sportiness at its best. Its exceptional ride and handling capacity plus its segment-leading safety features along with its unique design makes it a perfect vehicle for people with active lifestyles.
The Dodge brand, Chrysler Group's best-selling marque, intends to downsize its advertising slogan from Grab Life by the Horns to just Grab Life. The decision is anchored on making Dodge more than just a pickup brand. This information was divulged by people familiar with the plan. In the previous months, the famous division of Chrysler has rolled out the Caliber hatchback, the Avenger midsize sedan, and the Nitro small SUV.
Volkswagen producer of high quality VW relay has made history books when it won the first Rally Championship of Belgium. The win was signed by Freddy Loix and Robin Buysmans, drivers of the Polo S2000 entered by the Belgian VW Club for the TAC Rally at Tielt. Freddy Loix had warned that there would be A big TAC attack! The Polo S2000 driver was really determined to score a maximum Championship points on the narrow and bumpy roads of the Tielt region.
Audi luxury unit of Volkswagen and recipient of quality VW disc is joining two city races in one week--- the American Le Mans Series in Long Beach California and Houston Texas. These two races will put the undefeated Audi R10 TDI once again to the test. It can be remembered that the Audi R10 TDI has gained a one-two victory in St.
A General Motors Corp. executive intimated to a federal judge Tuesday that vehicle carbon emission reductions ordered by California and ten other states would require the average fuel economy standards for cars and the lightest category of trucks of 43.7 miles per gallon. The standards we've had to make changes to in the past are incremental, said Alan Weverstad, executive director of GM's environment and energy unit.
In a recent official press release of Volkswagen Group, the Wolfsburg-based automaker said that Volkswagen of America has already delivered about 50,332 individual units to customers in the United States starting from January up to March 2007. The sales was dominated by the Volkswagen Jetta compact car, which has sold 21,564 units, making it as the top selling model from the Wolfsburg-based car maker.
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