The effects of the Japanese disaster and skyrocketing gas prices are among the topics vAuto’s Dale Pollak is tackling in an online seminar this morning that features a Q&A with the company’s founder. The “General Market Update, a Q&A with Dale Pollak” begins at 11 a.m. (CDT) and runs until noon. Officials are asking participants to […] [Read More]

Three models were recognized last week in New York by the 2011 International Car of the Year Awards for being top-notch within their respective segments. Honored during a private ceremony were: —2011 International Sedan of the Year: Volvo S60, which was voted “Most Dependable.” —2011 International Luxury Car of the Year: Jaguar XJ, which was voted […] [Read More]

According to AutoTrader.com, consumers might soon be shifting their buying tastes even more as gas prices continue to gain momentum. Almost two-thirds, or 62 percent, of auto shoppers surveyed in March and April on AutoTrader.com indicated they would consider a more fuel efficient vehicle for their next car if gas prices continue to rise. Industry reports note that […] [Read More]

No matter what might be happening domestically or elsewhere throughout the globe, Dataium discovered Wednesday that its Auto Shopper Intensity Index has now made four straight months of gains. However, firm analysts pointed out that the rise of the ASI Index slowed both in February and the first part of March. They figure the climb was […] [Read More]

After another firm recently gave dealers a glimpse of trends in the Hispanic market, on Wednesday Polk rolled out analysis showing new-vehicle registrations among Asian-Americans grew at a faster pace than the overall market last year. Polk discovered 2010 new-vehicle registrations among Asian-Americans grew 10.4 percent above 2009’s total and accounted for 438,430 vehicles, signaling a slight […] [Read More]

In an effort to better contend against competitors such as Zipcar that recently made an initial public offering, Hertz expanded its global vehicle sharing club Wednesday. Officials highlighted the expansion of Connect by Hertz, which includes a significantly increased number of locations where members can pick up or drop off their vehicle. The program can […] [Read More]

Three nameplates took most of the honors as Kelley Blue Book announced the winners of the 2011 Brand Image Awards Wednesday.  Of the 10 total accolades, Cadillac garnered three awards, while Ford was a repeat winner with its pair of honors. KBB also gave two nods to BMW. Kelley Blue Book’s 2011 Brand Image Award Winners […] [Read More]

Nominations for Auto Remarketing’s  annual Who’s Who listings, set to run in the June 1st edition, are due in by this Friday. Whether nominations highlight an executive that works in remarketing, fleet, auctions, service or more, Auto Remarketing is looking to recognize the top executives in the used vehicle industry. “We are striving to honor the […] [Read More]

With gas prices approaching $4 a gallon in many states, LeaseTrader.com thinks drivers are coming to inquire about fuel-efficient options that go beyond hybrid models. As a result, the site indicated the Mercedes-Benz E350 Bluetec has the highest demand among diesel vehicles on LeaseTrader.com with search demand up 6.4 percent compared with January. Officials determined […] [Read More]

If your Asian brand franchise dealership is seeing less showroom or online traffic, here’s the potential reason why. TNS survey results revealed Monday showed appeal for vehicles by brands from Japan or Korea is slipping because of the earthquake and tsunami catastrophe that struck Japan on March 11. TNS discovered more than 25 percent of […] [Read More]