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Chrysler Launches More Incentives, Extends Nov. Offers
Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, 06:55 AM
Auto Remarketing Staff
Chrysler rolled out a new package of incentives for several 2010 and 2011 models that are valid through Jan. 3. Consumers purchasing the 2010 Chrysler Town & Country or the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan minivans are eligible for zero percent financing for 72 months or up to $2,000 in Owner Loyalty cash. The automaker pointed out […] [Read More]
Beige Book: Dealers Show Healthy Sales in Most Districts
Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, 07:00 AM
Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby
Dealers are enjoying more robust results throughout much of the country, according to the latest Beige Book report from the Federal Reserve. The Fed reported that nine of the 12 districts showed improvement in auto sales. Moreover, three of those districts (Philadelphia, St. Louis and Kansas City) are projected to see this growth remain for […] [Read More]
Judge Makes Final Decision on Toyota’s Dismissal Request
Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, 06:58 AM
Auto Remarketing Staff
The federal judge in Santa Ana, Calif., who is presiding over the class action lawsuits against Toyota has made a final decision regarding the automaker’s call to have the case involving claims of vehicle-value erosion due to unintended acceleration dismissed. [Read More]
Detroit Auto Dealers Association Elects New Officers
Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, 06:54 AM
Auto Remarketing Staff
The Detroit Auto Dealers Association revealed its new slate of officers for 2010-2011. DADA executive vice president Rod Alberts announced the newly elected officers are: —James Seavitt, president. —Robert Shuman, vice president. —Scott LaRiche, treasurer-secretary. The election came during organization’s annual member meeting this week. President James Seavitt Seavitt currently is president of Village Ford […] [Read More]
Hyundai Taps YouTube Music Duo for New Marketing Campaign
Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, 04:31 PM
Auto Remarketing Staff
To help spread the word about some of the deals it is offering, Hyundai has turned to YouTube musical duo Pomplamoose for a few holiday songs in its winter marketing campaign. The duo, which features Jack Conte and Nataly Dawn, covered three traditional holiday songs that are featured in the Hyundai commercials. [Read More]
New-Vehicle Transaction Prices Show November Drop
Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, 03:45 PM
Auto Remarketing Staff
New-vehicle transaction prices during November dipped thanks in part to a “more balanced” market, as opposed to November 2009, when the aftermath of CARS had resulted in purchases within some of the more expensive segments being delayed until the fourth quarter, according to TrueCar.com. Specifically, the estimated transaction price in the U.S. for light vehicles […] [Read More]
GM to Auction First Retail Volt for Charity & to Hire Hundreds of Engineers to Explore EV Technology
Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, 06:59 AM
Auto Remarketing Staff
The impending delivery of Chevrolet Volts to customers in key states prompted a pair of announcements by General Motors Tuesday. The automaker rolled out an auction promotion centered on the electric vehicle as well as the plan to hire more engineers and researchers to work on broadening technology associated with these units. The company explained […] [Read More]
Ford Brings New Life to Old Jeans
Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, 06:54 AM
Auto Remarketing Staff
They’re probably in the back of your closet or bottom dresser drawer — those old, tattered jeans your spouse insists on discarding. But they are being put to good use by Ford. The automaker is using recycled cottons in the interior of the new 2012 Focus as part of carpet backing and sound absorption material. […] [Read More]
Marchionne: Future Jeep Models to be Built in Italy
Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, 06:58 AM
Auto Remarketing Staff
Fiat chief executive officer Sergio Marchionne recently revealed that his company plans to reopen an Italian manufacturing facility to build Jeep vehicles that combine a Chrysler and Fiat platform. He expects many of these models to be shipped to North America. During a meeting held at Unione Industriale di Torino, Marchionne presented trade unions with a plan to reopen the […] [Read More]
NADA Encourages Dealers to Contact Senators about Repealing 1099 Reporting Requirements
Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, 06:56 AM
Auto Remarketing Staff
According to the the National Automobile Dealers Association, two crucial amendments associated with federal health care reform are expected to be voted on soon in Congress. NADA says the 1099 reporting requirements will take a tough toll on dealers. NADA leaders explained two amendments to S. 510 offered by Sen. Mike Johanns, a Republican from Nebraska, and […] [Read More]