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Jaguar Land Rover Largest Automaker in Britain

Posted on 21 February 2017 by Ken Zino

How this works out under Brexit rains to be seen. The importance of the UK market varies substantially for different automakers. Jaguar Land Rover, Honda and Ford have “strong exposure to risks,” says LMC. Continue reading →

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Toyota, Shell to Bid on California Hydrogen Refueling Network

Posted on 20 February 2017 by Ken Zino

Shell with Toyota will be considered for the installation of hydrogen refueling equipment into seven retail stations in Northern California and a $16,362,500 taxpayer subsidies to develop those stations. Continue reading →

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Australia-Based CarRecord to Use NADA Values

Posted on 20 February 2017 by Ken Zino

“Our exclusive integration of vehicle values from J.D. Power Valuation Services makes the process of compiling the total history and pricing of a vehicle much easier, saving customers time and money.” Continue reading →

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Is Automotive Brand Loyalty Real?

Posted on 20 February 2017 by Ken Zino

The latest study about auto brand loyalty in the UK says that consumers are habitual buyers, except when it comes to the make of car. The survey of 1,000 UK consumers, revealed that for their next purchase an overwhelming majority of used (81%) and new (76%) car buyers would choose the same type – used or new – of vehicle again. Continue reading →

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Porsche Forms New Import JV in Taiwan

Posted on 20 February 2017 by Ken Zino

Taiwan, with its continued growth, registered a sales record of 3,356 units in 2016 contributed from four Porsche Centers. Continue reading →

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Toyota Global Hybrid Sales Exceed 10 Million

Posted on 17 February 2017 by Ken Zino

In one of the most graphic demonstrations of the benefits of being a first mover in technology, Toyota has now sold more than 10 million hybrid vehicles, including plug-in hybrids, as of 31 January. The milestone was achieved a mere … Continue reading →

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Goodyear Wingfoot Two Arrives in California by Year End

Posted on 17 February 2017 by Ken Zino

The rubber company has flown its blimps for more than 90 years and has operated its base in Carson since 1968. Continue reading →

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Win, Win? GM to Sell Opel to PSA

Posted on 16 February 2017 by Ken Zino

The combined volume of the groups could exceed current second-placed Renault-Nissan but would still be well short of market leader VW group. Continue reading →

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General Motors to Sell Opel/Vauxhall and Leave Europe?

Posted on 14 February 2017 by Ken Zino

If the PSA deal goes through, it would mean GM’s presence in Europe would be limited to niche sales of Cadillac, and Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette models – all of them exports. Continue reading →

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EPA – Cruze Diesel Sedan 52 MPG Highway

Posted on 14 February 2017 by Ken Zino

Given the Volkswagen dieselgate scandal, a large question remains about its sales potential. Even in Europe with subsidized fuel prices diesel sales are dropping. In the U.S. hybrids and super-efficient gasoline powered vehicles rule the roads. Continue reading →

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Pacifica Family Vehicle of Year – Midwest Auto Media Assn

Posted on 9 February 2017 by Ken Zino

As the original creator of the minivan more than 30 years ago, FCA US claims 78 firsts or innovations through the first five minivan generations. With the introduction of the all-new Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid, FCA adds 37 minivan firsts to its portfolio for a total of 115 innovations in the segment – including the industry’s first minivan available as a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle and the only seven seat hybrid. in existence. Continue reading →

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GEICO, Progressive Insurance Hit on Price Discrimination

Posted on 8 February 2017 by Ken Zino

Consumer Watchdog has petitioned the California Department of Insurance to reject GEICO’s and Progressive’s use of occupation in raising auto insurance rates. Continue reading →

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Renault-Nissan Alliance Sells 9.6 Million Vehicles in 2016

Posted on 8 February 2017 by Ken Zino

The Renault-Nissan Alliance had global sales of 9.96 million vehicles during 2016. The car group also continued its leadership in zero-emission vehicles with cumulative sales of ~425,000 electric vehicles since the introduction of the Nissan LEAF in 2010, followed by … Continue reading →

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General Motors Posts Record 2016 Results

Posted on 7 February 2017 by Ken Zino

General Motors (NYSE: GM) today announced record full-year 2016 results from strong retail demand for full-size trucks and SUVs in the United States, continued industry growth in China and what it termed as “effective cost performance across the globe.” I Continue reading →

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January U.S. Auto Sales Post Traditional Slump

Posted on 3 February 2017 by Ken Zino

Demand for trucks continued to surge with the Ford F-Series, Chevrolet Silverado, and Ram pickups dominating the top three spots on the month’s top ten list. Continue reading →

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