Thursday, July 26, 2012
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Friday, July 20, 2012
Hybrids Do Well Despite Gas Prices
"Sales of dedicated hybrid and alternative-energy vehicles surged more than 164 percent in June, according to Kelley Blue Book's Blue Book Market Report for July 2012.
With gas prices expected to continue their descent, hybrid and electric vehicle sales could slow; however, currently it appears as though the sales decline will be relatively mild.
Sales of alternative-energy vehicles typically fall rapidly after fuel prices peak, and although sales are down from the March high, they remain stronger than in previous years.
Sales of the Lexus CT200h improved nearly 500 percent year-over-year.
In addition, the Chevrolet Volt was a strong performer with sales improving more than 200 percent year-over-year. The Volt, popular for its longer driving range, has outsold the Nissan Leaf nearly 3-to-1 so far this year, even though it has a higher manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and is not considered a "true" all-electric from a purists' standpoint. " [Read more]
With gas prices expected to continue their descent, hybrid and electric vehicle sales could slow; however, currently it appears as though the sales decline will be relatively mild.
Sales of alternative-energy vehicles typically fall rapidly after fuel prices peak, and although sales are down from the March high, they remain stronger than in previous years.
Sales of the Lexus CT200h improved nearly 500 percent year-over-year.
In addition, the Chevrolet Volt was a strong performer with sales improving more than 200 percent year-over-year. The Volt, popular for its longer driving range, has outsold the Nissan Leaf nearly 3-to-1 so far this year, even though it has a higher manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and is not considered a "true" all-electric from a purists' standpoint. " [Read more]
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Volvo Recalls Sedans
"Volvo is recalling about 1,500 model year 2011-13 S80 vehicles.
A software error may prevent the transmission from downshifting such as shifting from fifth to fourth gear when coasting.
This may result in decreased engine rpms and possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software to the transmission control module, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, July 19." [Read more]
A software error may prevent the transmission from downshifting such as shifting from fifth to fourth gear when coasting.
This may result in decreased engine rpms and possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software to the transmission control module, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, July 19." [Read more]
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Isuzu Recalls Small SUVs
"Isuzu is recalling about 11,000 model year 1998-2000 Amigo and model year 2001-02 Rodeo sport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, The District of Columbia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri and Kentucky.
These vehicles may experience excessive corrosion in the vicinity of the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link.
Excessive corrosion may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame, which can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash. " [Read more]
These vehicles may experience excessive corrosion in the vicinity of the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link.
Excessive corrosion may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame, which can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash. " [Read more]
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Friday, July 6, 2012
Consumers Want American Built Cars
"According to the July edition of the Shopper Insights Report from the AutoTrader.com Trend Engine, 41 percent of car shoppers recently surveyed say that it is important to purchase a vehicle built in the U.S. by U.S. workers, versus 28 percent who say it is important to purchase a vehicle made by a U.S. automaker.
The top three reasons shoppers say that it is important to purchase a vehicle that is physically "Made in America" are: Protects American jobs (78 percent), Supports the American economy (74 percent) and Keeps American dollars at home (62 percent). " [Read more]
The top three reasons shoppers say that it is important to purchase a vehicle that is physically "Made in America" are: Protects American jobs (78 percent), Supports the American economy (74 percent) and Keeps American dollars at home (62 percent). " [Read more]
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Happy 4th of July!
From our family to yours we would like to wish you a very safe and fun 4th of July!
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