Toyota Said to Be Considering 4 Southern States for New Plant   15 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
It is the latest move in an expansion that could soon make it the world's biggest car company, people involved in Toyota's decision said.
Source: NY Times

An Ambitious Lexus Takes on the Europeans   15 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
With the Lexus LS 600hL, the company has rolled out by far its most ambitious car in a continuing battle with its venerable German rivals.
Source: NY Times

All-New 2007 Hyundai Elantra Makes World Debut in New York   14 Apr 2006 13:30 GMT
The all-new 2007 Elantra makes its world debut today at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. 24/7 PROGRAM The Elantra marks Hyundai's seventh all-new product in 24 months when it goes on sale in fall 2006. This "24/7" product plan included
Source: CarKB

AAA Minnesota/Iowa Cautions Parents About Second-Hand Car Seats   14 Apr 2006 13:23 GMT
Thousands of Iowans will soon begin thumbing through the classifieds section to find the biggest, most attractive neighborhood garage sales for a bargain. However, when it comes to buying a car seat, the savings may not be worth the risk. Children's items are quite popular at garage
Source: CarKB

Auto Bailout Seems Unlikely   14 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
The government shows no signs of hurrying to the auto industry's rescue and the reasons are telling.
Source: NY Times

Ford to Shut Truck Plants in Two Cities in 2008   14 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
The action, on top of plant closings that Ford has already announced, means that the geographic scope of Ford's manufacturing is shrinking.
Source: NY Times

AAA Says Gas Prices Racing Higher as Demand, Oil Prices and Global Tension Mount   13 Apr 2006 08:50 GMT
Average gasoline prices are nearly 40 cents higher than one year ago today with self-serve, regular gasoline now costing an average of $2.687 per gallon, AAA shows. AAA said prices are being driven higher by increasing tension between the United States and Iran, rising demand
Source: CarKB

Turbocharged Acura RDX Debuts at 2006 New York Auto Show   13 Apr 2006 08:47 GMT
The all-new 2007 Acura RDX Entry Premium SUV, made its production debut at the New York Auto Show.  RDX combines Acura’s first-ever turbocharged engine with the breakthrough Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD™), for sports sedan-like handling in a SUV package. 
Source: CarKB

Mercedes E-Class Gets Safer And More Powerful   13 Apr 2006 08:43 GMT
On April 12, 2006, the new generation of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class celebrated its world premiere at the New York International Automobile Show. New features for the vehicle interior include attractive new color combinations, a new four-spoke steering wheel and a new control unit for
Source: CarKB

Nissan Chief Says Rebates Need to Stop   13 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
Carlos Ghosn urged his fellow auto executives on Wednesday to wean themselves from costly incentives.
Source: NY Times