Asian Automakers Dominate Luxury Sector
Mar 28, 2007
Washington DC March 28, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Japanese and Korean automakers at the New York International Auto Show next week will showcase new offerings that could tighten their stranglehold on the luxury vehicle segment in the United States. More than seven of 10 of the 1.5 million luxury cars sol ... Continue reading
NY Auto Show Announces Dozens of World, North American Debuts
Mar 27, 2007
Press Preview: April 4th & 5th, Jacob Javits Convention Center NEW YORK, March 26 -- As the world's automakers prepare to wow the press with dozens of world and North American new vehicle introductions at the upcoming New York International Auto Show Media Preview (April 4th and 5th), the Show is offering a glimpse of ... Continue reading
Today's Pre-Owned Vehicles May Be the Better Bargain - VIDEO STORY
Mar 12, 2007
DETROIT - March 11, 2007: Compared to 20 to 25 years ago, automakers say today's "certified pre-owned" vehicles can be as good as buying a new vehicle and are a fraction of the cost. To "certify" a used vehicle, a dealer must perform a comprehensive multi-point inspection that meets the original dealer's specifications ... Continue reading
Maserati Granturismo: Worldwide Preview at the Geneva Auto Show
Mar 7, 2007
Modena â 6 March 2007. The brand-new, long-awaited Maserati GranTurismo, styled by Pininfarina, is making its worldwide debut at the Geneva Auto Show. The muscular Maserati GranTurismo is suitable for everyday use, with excellent handling, a very sporty feel and a thrilling drive. But the Maserati GranTurismo is a ... Continue reading
NADAguides.com Gets a Rare Look at the Exotic 2008 Maserati Quattroporte ...
Mar 7, 2007
'This is an Agile-Handling, Exotic Speed Machine,' says Lead Auto Expert, Mark Perleberg COSTA MESA, Calif., March 6 -- Lead Auto Expert, Mark Perleberg, of NADAguides.com (http://www.nadaguides.com/) a leading vehicle pricing and information website, recently got a rare test drive of the new 2008 Maserati Quattroporte ... Continue reading
Maserati GranTourismo Makes Its Entrance at 2007 Geneva Motor Show
Mar 6, 2007
Modena - 6 March 2007. The brand-new, long-awaited Maserati GranTurismo, styled by Pininfarina, is making its worldwide debut at the Geneva Auto Show. The muscular Maserati GranTurismo is suitable for everyday use, with excellent handling, a very sporty feel and a thrilling drive. But the Maserati GranTurismo is also a ... Continue reading
IIHS: Bumpers That Can't Take Bumps
Mar 1, 2007
First results of new crash tests: most car bumpers don't work in low-speed crashes; 3 cars sustain $4,500 damage in 6 mph test while old Ford Escort sustains little damage ARLINGTON, VA â Most bumpers on midsize cars do little to resist damage in the kinds of low-speed collisions that are common in commuter traffi ... Continue reading
Special OHANA ROAD Episode: Los Angeles Auto Show
Feb 17, 2007
OHANA ROAD, Hawaii's award-winning automotive TV show takes an in-depth look at the Los Angeles Auto Show. ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports: Gas Mileage of SUV's, CUV's, Wagons, MiniVans and Pickups
Feb 10, 2007
CONSUMER REPORTSâ BEST & WORST SUVs PUBLICATION NAMES VEHICLES THAT STRETCH FUEL DOLLARS Ford Escape Hybrid, Saturn Vue Green Line rated best in fuel economy for small, midsized SUVs YONKERS, NY â If the spring brings increasing gas prices as it often does, Consumer Reportsâ Best & Worst SUVs, Trucks, Mi ... Continue reading
TACH's PRESS PASS COVERAGE Puts You IN The Detroit Auto Show
Jan 29, 2007
Imagine being at the fabulous North American International Auto Show, smack dab in the middle of all the action, in the automotive center of the universe. Now imagine being nose deep in all the Detroit excitement while sitting naked on a beanbag and eating Cheetos. You can do both at the same time without even having t ... Continue reading
Jan 28, 2007
Custom-made Bordeaux Maserati Quattroporte Automatic Brings $790,000 Supporting Naples Children & Education Foundation NAPLES, Fla., Jan. 27 -- It isn't often that while one is in search of the perfect Bordeaux, they can take home a Maserati -- but one lucky winner has done just that during the Seventh Annual Naples Wi ... Continue reading
Jan 11, 2007
DETROIT Auto Show: At the Maserati press conference, Roberto Ronchi, CEO and general manager introduced the Quattroporte Automatic, with a new hydraulic six-speed automatic transmission. The new model was conceived especially for the North American market, to appeal to more customers who might have been put off by the ... Continue reading
Maserati North America and CNH Capital Debut Maserati Financial Services
Jan 9, 2007
Captive Financing Unit of CNH Capital Will Serve Maserati U.S. Dealer Network ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. and RACINE, Wis., Jan. 8 -- Maserati North America Inc. and CNH Capital America LLC, the financial services business of agricultural and construction equipment maker CNH Global N.V. , today announced the formation of a ... Continue reading
Manheim DRIVE Center Hosts First-Ever "Hundred Grander" Sale
Dec 22, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Andrea Mills December 21, 2006 McNeely Pigott & Fox (615) 259-4000 Manheim DRIVE CENTER HOSTS FIRST-EVER "HundRED GRANDER" SALE ATLANTA ----- Manheim DRIVE Center hosted its inaugural "Hundred Grander" sale on December 12. The event featured more than 35 vehicles from consignors includin ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Toyota Ranks Highest in Retaining New-Vehicle Buyers
Dec 7, 2006
Resale Value and Dealership Service Cited as Key Contributors to Retention WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.: 6 December 2006 â Toyota leads the automotive industry in retaining the highest percentage of new-vehicle purchasers, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Customer Retention StudySM released today. Now i ... Continue reading
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