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April 30, 2009 - /eNewsAutoCar/ - Kickbacks to auto dealers cost North Carolinians $665 million in unnecessary interest payments on new and used cars bought in 2007, according to research from the Center for Responsible Lending.  “Car Trouble:  Predatory Auto Loans Burden North Carolina Consumers,” reveals common industry practices hidden from public view that make many car […]

April 30, 2009 - /eNewsAutoCar/ - On March 30, 2009, President Obama laid out a framework for Chrysler to achieve viability by partnering with the international car company Fiat. After a month of close engagement with the President’s Auto Task Force, Chrysler, Fiat and their key stakeholders have made unprecedented sacrifices and executed an agreement […]

Torrance, Calif., April 24, 2009 – /eNewsAutoCar/ – Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. will launch an Equipment Safety Recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) involving approximately 39,100 Toyota Stainless Steel Exhaust Tip retention Clamps. This optional accessory was designed specifically for 2008 model year Highlander and Highlander HV vehicles sold in the […]

WASHINGTON, April 27, 2009 - /eNewsAutoCar/ - At 9:08 a.m. this morning, the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid team hit the 1,000-mile mark on a single tank of gas, and is continuing its ultimate fuel-efficiency challenge with nearly one-third of a tank of fuel remaining.
The 1,000-mile mark was achieved with the Fusion Hybrid 1,000-Mile Challenge team leader and […]

Woodcliff Lake, NJ - April 27, 2009 - /eNewsAutoCar/ - On the occasion of the world debut of the BMW X5 M at the Shanghai International Auto Show, BMW today announced U.S. retail pricing for both the X5 M and the X6 M. The X6 M was unveiled for the first time at the New York […]

Franklin, TN - April 24, 2009 - /eNewsAutoCar/ - Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced pricing for the new 2010 Nissan Armada full-size SUV, which goes on sale in mid-May at Nissan retailers nationwide. The enhancements to the Armada for the new model year include a revised model lineup, which now features three well-equipped models: […]

The retooling of Kentucky Truck Plant, including the installation of a flexible body shop, is part of Ford’s plan to increase the flexibility and efficiency of its North American plants
Nearly 450 Ford employees transferred to Kentucky Truck Plant to support the new production of 2009 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigators SUVs, as well as Ford […]

TORRANCE, Calif., April 21, 2009 - /eNewsAutoCar/ - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new 2010 Prius midsize hybrid, scheduled to go on sale beginning in late May at Toyota dealers nationwide.
The third-generation Prius will be available in one grade with a starting MSRP of $21,000. The […]

DEARBORN, Mich., April 20, 2009 - /eNewsAutoCar/ – Just in time for Earth Day this week, there’s good news for environmentally-conscious automotive consumers. Today, editors of Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com named the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid to its 2009 list of “Top 10 Green Cars.”
“This recognition says strong things about […]

Dealer investments continue to show strong pace. Since 2000, dealers have invested $2.2 billion to prepare for future growth of BMW in the U.S.
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - April 17, 2009 - /eNewsAutoCar/ - BMW dealer investment for the future continues, even in the current economic climate. “Investments from our BMW dealers are proof of confidence […]