Monthly Archives: July 2009

Chrysler Doubles

In an effort to lure new car shoppers back into their dealer showrooms, Chrysler has announced that it will offer up to $4,500 cash or 0% interest for 72 months on the purchase of most of its 2009 models. The … Continue reading

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Can Suzuki Survive the Current Economic Downturn?

Despite all the press about domestic automakers’ declining market share, there is one Japanese brand that’s taken an even bigger hit. Over the first half of 2009 Suzuki has seen its sales drop by an astonishing 60.2%. June sales numbers … Continue reading

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Buick LaCrosse Advertising Campaign Comes Under Fire from Within

Buick LaCrosse Advertising Campaign Comes Under Fire from Within New General Motors’ vice chairman in charge of marketing and advertising, Bob Lutz, has sent shock waves through the automaker’s Buick division. Lutz, a mere two weeks into his new role, … Continue reading

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Small Car Safety Ratings

For many car shoppers, the hunting begins with research online, looking at options, styles and gas mileage. Buyers compare sticker prices and consumer ratings and car enthusiast reviews. Many also look very closely at safety ratings. Many Americans are now … Continue reading

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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Research Reconsidered

In May, Energy Secretary Steven Chu had $100 million slated for hydrogen fuel cell research cut from his budget. Now it looks as if Congress might be reversing that move. This month, $26.9 billion was approved for the Energy Department … Continue reading

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Federal Backing of GM, Chrysler Warranties Ends

The newly appointed head of President Obama’s Automotive Task Force, Ron Bloom, has announced the end of the federal guarantee program for GM and Chrysler. The "Warranty Commitment Program" which began on March 30th of this year, was a key … Continue reading

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Summer Car Maintenance- Check Belts, Hoses, Filters and Wipers

Avoid costly summer breakdowns by popping the hood and checking hoses and belts before you hit the road. These minor replaceable parts are a major reason your engine stays cool while you’re on the road. There are hoses that connect … Continue reading

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Safe Cars for Teens

Many teens complete their driver’s education requirements over the summer or as the spring high school semester ends. That means that there are a lot of new teen drivers on the roads in the summer months, getting their "feet wet" … Continue reading

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Jetta TDI- Diesel Now Clean and Green

In 2006, Volkswagen’s Jetta TDI was banned from sale in the U.S. because its 1.9 liter diesel engine did not meet federal emissions standards. Now, just a few years later, the Jetta TDI has been named Green Car of the … Continue reading

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Hyundai Unveils its New Blue Drive Battery Technology

According to John Krafcik, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor America, the Korean automaker’s future rides on the success or failure of its new Blue Drive technology. Blue Drive technology broadly encompasses all of Hyundai’s efforts to improve fuel efficiency … Continue reading

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