ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Though customers aren't as satisfied with auto brands as they were a year ago, domestics proved to be a bright spot in the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index released Tuesday. In fact, it was the first time that Big 3 brands have grabbed the Nos. 1 and 2 spots in the ASCI, as […] [Read More]

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — With autumn approaching and dealers looking to clear their lots for new inventory coming in, the market is showing heavy discounts and incentives toward two particular segments right now.  In the latest TrueTrends Report, TrueCar.com pointed out that there is a "big push to capture new buyers" in luxury brands and large […] [Read More]

CHICAGO — PickupTrucks.com recently held a competition to evaluate the performances nine heavy-duty trucks. The Heavy-Duty Shootout named winners in three different categories, and taking this year's awards were the 2011 Ford F-250 in the Three-Quarter-Ton Gas segment; the 2011 Silverado 2500HD in the Three-Quarter-Ton Diesel segment; and the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali 3500HD in the One-Ton […] [Read More]

ATLANTA — Although fuel costs have subsided, used-vehicle and certified pre-owned shoppers were less likely to lean toward SUVs than their new-vehicle shopper counterparts during July. Instead they are being a bit more meticulous in their vehicle-research process, according to AutoTrader.com. The site looked at the most-viewed new, used and CPO vehicles during July, and found that trucks […] [Read More]

CARY, N.C. — General Motors' announcements regarding its succession plans for its chief executive officer and chairman positions continue what has been a very busy period for the automaker. In fact, two of the top five most-read stories on AutoRemarketing.com this week — including the No. 1 article — dealt with some of the moves GM has made recently. The […] [Read More]

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — In the pickup truck market — which is believed by some to reflect the shape of the nation's economy — there appears to be some good signs for automakers, according to Edmunds.com. The site noted that the large truck segment commanded its largest share of the U.S. new-vehicle market at 12.4 percent in nine […] [Read More]

IRVINE, Calif. — Which brand edged out Nissan to join the list of top-five most considered brands? According to Kbb.com, the answer is Hyundai. Hyundai pushed Nissan out of the top five as it climbed into this quintet for the first time, garnering 13 percent consideration and ranking fifth. Meanwhile, Ford is still top of the game […] [Read More]

CARY, N.C. — With more than half of 2010 gone, readers of AutoRemarketing.com wanted to know what industry trends and analysis Manheim's Tom Webb revealed in his mid-year report. Also drawing plenty of reader interest this past week was an announcement about the National Automobile Dealers Association convention keynote speakers. The top five stories from AutoRemarketing.com this week […] [Read More]

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — In the midst of automakers ramping up their efforts to clear out old-model-year new vehicles a month earlier than usual, incentive spending climbed in July, according to Edmunds.com. The site also indicated that incentive spending helped to bring about a significant increase in sales, as well. Specifically, the industry spent an average of $2,753 per […] [Read More]

YONKERS, N.Y. — Consumer Reports recently compiled four lists regarding what it finds to be the best vehicles for teen drivers, senior citizens, tall drivers and small drivers, respectively. Interestingly enough, the only vehicle that made all four lists was the Honda Accord. "Honda has built its brand around the core pillars of clean, safe, fun […] [Read More]