Bush to Meet Big 3 for Talks on Fuel Issues and Pensions   27 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
The meeting is expected to focus on energy and the environment; costs and pricing; and how currency issues affect Japanese automakers.
Source: NY Times

Nearly 160,000 Ford, Mercury and Mazda SUVs Recalled   26 Apr 2006 13:44 GMT
Autoweek reports that Nearly 160,000 Ford, Mercury and Mazda SUVs are being recalled so padding can be strengthened to protect drivers' heads in crashes. The vehicles are 2005 Ford Escapes, Mercury Mariners and Mazda Tributes that are not equipped with side airbag curtains or sunroofs.
Source: CarKB

SEMA Members Identify Surging Health Care Costs as Greatest Threat   26 Apr 2006 13:41 GMT
The ability to provide employees with access to affordable health care coverage was the main concern for member businesses according to a survey conducted by SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association. SEMA represents the $32 billion specialty automotive industry. Founded
Source: CarKB

To Gain Market Share, Nissan Vows a New-Model Blitz   26 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
Nissan Motor reported its sixth consecutive year of higher profit and said it would start an "offensive" of new releases to try to seize market share.
Source: NY Times

Sales for New Vehicles Equipped with an Eight-Cylinder Engine Remain Stable   25 Apr 2006 13:01 GMT
Despite the perception of rising gas prices, U.S. consumers are still buying about the same proportion of new vehicles equipped with eight-, six- or four-cylinder engines as they did in the summer of 2005, according to the real-time retail transaction data from the Power Information
Source: CarKB

CarMax Introduces Free Online Vehicle History   25 Apr 2006 12:57 GMT
CarMax and Experian Automotive announced today that consumers can now access Experian's AutoCheck vehicle histories on all CarMax used vehicles. The agreement allows customers browsing carmax.com, or shopping at any CarMax superstore, to instantly review an online AutoCheck vehicle
Source: CarKB

Alternative-Fueled Vehicles Seriously Considered by One-Third of U.S. Adults   25 Apr 2006 12:54 GMT
A recent Wall Street Journal Online/Harris Interactive Personal Finance Poll reveals that one-third (33%) of U.S. adults who plan to purchase or lease a new vehicle say they are most likely to seriously consider an alternative-fueled vehicle for their next purchase. Most (92%) of
Source: CarKB

Infiniti to Launch Across Europe in 2008   25 Apr 2006 12:45 GMT
Nissan announced that its Infiniti luxury brand will launch across the European market during 2008. The announcement was made in Tokyo by President and CEO, Carlos Ghosn, during a press conference for the 2005 fiscal year results. Launched in the US and Canada in 1989, Infiniti
Source: CarKB

Regular Tire Care Can Improve Gas Mileage and Maximize Vehicle Safety   24 Apr 2006 12:58 GMT
The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) encourages drivers to make the safest choices when it comes to their vehicle. Each year the last week of April is dedicated to tire care and as the fifth annual National Tire Safety Week is kicked off tomorrow, RMA along with more than 14,000
Source: CarKB

Behind the Wheel: 2006 Buick Lucerne: So Shipshape the Portholes Seem to Fit   22 Apr 2006 15:51 GMT
It looks good. It rides and handles well. It's quiet, comfortable and well finished. And is likely to be reliable. And, go figure, it happens to be a Buick.
Source: NY Times