22
Jun
The automotive industry continues to adjust to fluctuating market conditions and changing consumer demand. Whereas in times past fickle consumers scotched the best laid plans of the automakers, namely building quality small cars, it appears that this time around consumer sentiment
22
Jun
Hyundai continues to challenge the market. The medium size sedan market, or D-segment, is a crowded field. The Toyota Camry and Honda Accord are the two biggest sellers, but both Ford and Chevrolet have enjoyed success in recent years with their Fusion and Malibu models respectively.
22
Jun
General Motors has announced pricing for its all new compact model, the Chevrolet Cruze. First launched in South Korea as the Daewoo Lacetti Premiere in October 2008, the Cruze and its siblings have been gradually introduced across GM’s vast global market which includes its Holden,
22
Jun
By Jason Lancaster Ford’s recent decision to include 911 assistance in all their Sync-equipped vehicles as a no-charge feature could very well be the beginning of the end for GM’s OnStar program. Here’s why: 1. There’s a new standard for vehicle electronics.
22
Jun
The Chrysler Group has found a way to challenge its competition even though it operates in a much smaller capital environment than do General Motors and the Ford Motor Company. Both of its competitors are bringing new product to the market, further distancing themselves from the smallest
22
Jun
Whenever you hear buzz about this model change or that new engine or transmission, it is easy to dismiss such talk out of hand as rumors. After all, so many concept models never head to production and the plans touted by auto executives often gets curtailed or modified by top management.
22
Jun
Free chargers in exchange for your personal usage data. General Motors has announced an important incentive for prospective Chevrolet Volt buyers: the first 4,400 buyers will be eligible for a 240-volt charge station, receiving home installation in certain cases. GM says that this
22
Jun
I’m writing this article about the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee from a distinct disadvantage: I have yet to get my hands on one. Testing one won’t happen until July, just in time for a review I’ll be working on for one of my print magazines. Meanwhile, I’m