G.M. Vice Chairman Rebuffs Critics of Turnaround   13 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
Robert A. Lutz offered the company's bluntest rebuff yet of critics who say a turnaround at the ailing automaker is failing to gain steam.
Source: NY Times

Daimler's Chief Tells Shareholders to Expect Higher Profit   13 Apr 2006 04:00 GMT
Dieter Zetsche also defended Daimler's beleaguered Smart division, a troubled effort to sell small urban-oriented vehicles that has yet to make money.
Source: NY Times

2007 Mitsubishi Outlander Makes North American Debut in New York   12 Apr 2006 12:41 GMT
 Mitsubishi unveils the U.S. version of its next-generation Outlander compact sport-utility vehicle at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. The all-new, larger Outlander, which will reach Mitsubishi dealerships in November, offers a compelling blend of driven-to-thrill
Source: CarKB

Monthly Gas Price Average Skyrockets   12 Apr 2006 12:29 GMT
The average price of a gallon of gasoline in Southern California has jumped 28 cents from March to April and is still climbing, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California monthly Fuel Gauge Report. Since January, prices have climbed nearly 55 cents due to speculation
Source: CarKB

Toyota recalls 57,000 Lexus   12 Apr 2006 12:28 GMT
Reuters reported that Toyota is recalling 11,000 Lexus cars in Japan and 46,000 overseas to fix a faulty seat belt part. Toyota will replace seat belts in both front seats, which can become jammed inside the holding due to a faulty part, it said. No accidents have been reported
Source: CarKB

NHTSA Presents 14 Awards for Safety Accomplishments   11 Apr 2006 14:05 GMT
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today recognized 14 individuals and organizations from across the nation for accomplishments in improving traffic safety. During a luncheon at the 24th Annual Lifesavers conference, NHTSA Acting Administrator Jacqueline Glassman
Source: CarKB

Complete Coverage   11 Apr 2006 10:55 GMT
In one fell swoop, Lexus raised the luxury-car standard several very significant notches above the competition.
Source: NY Times

A Bigger Wrangler   11 Apr 2006 07:00 GMT
In a world premiere Wednesday at the New York Auto Show, Jeep debuts a 4-door Wrangler.
Source: MSN

Lexus Announces Pricing on 2007 ES 350 Luxury Sport Sedan   10 Apr 2006 12:54 GMT
Lexus announced pricing for the all-new 2007 ES 350 entry luxury sedan. The fifth-generation ES goes on sale April 21 with a base Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $33,170. The 2007 ES 350 improves upon every level of comfort, safety, performance and craftsmanship in
Source: CarKB

Suzuki recalling 313,199 minivehicles over faulty ignition switches   10 Apr 2006 12:47 GMT
Suzuki Motor Corp. said Thursday it is recalling a total of 313,199 minivehicles in three models for free replacement of faulty ignition switches. The vehicles were manufactured under the Every, Carry and Scrum brands between December 1998 and November 2000, Suzuki said in a report
Source: CarKB