Volvo Demos Pedestrian Protection System Nov 6, 2009 8:59 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Herb Shuldiner The new system, which is engineered to automatically stop cars from hitting pedestrians at speeds of up to 16 mph, will be introduced in the ’11 Volvo S60.
Certified Used-Car Sales Rescue Dealers Nov 5, 2009 1:02 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay U.S. dealers in 2008 sold 1.7 million units through auto makers’ certified used-car programs.
Toyota Latest Auto Maker to Quit Formula 1 Racing Nov 5, 2009 11:30 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Alan Harman Honda and BMW already have announced their departure from F1, citing the effect of the global economic crisis on their bottom lines, and Renault will make a decision by the end of the year.
Toyota Adjusts Fiscal Forecast After Quarterly Profit Nov 5, 2009 10:27 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Ward’s Staff Toyota credits a ¥30.5 billion North American operating income, partially the result of an increase in used-car prices in the U.S., for its positive operating profit.
GM CEO Henderson Says Opel Relation Repairable Nov 4, 2009 5:52 PM, WardsAuto.com, By James M. Amend “The company needs to be restructured, whether it was the plan Magna was pursuing or any other plan on the table,” GM President and CO Fritz Henderson tells Ward’s.
Fiat 500 to Have Special Place in Chrysler Dealerships Nov 4, 2009 5:00 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Eric Mayne By 2011, 100% of Chrysler’s 2,366 dealerships will be selling Jeep, Dodge and core-brand vehicles, in accordance with the consolidation initiative dubbed Project Genesis.
Fisker Inks Deal with European Distributor Nov 4, 2009 10:03 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Ward’s Staff The Emil Frey Group handles multiple premium brands and boasts more than 100 retail centers, with locations in Switzerland, Germany, France, Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland.
Land Rover LR4 Sure-Footed, Elegant, Pricey Nov 4, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Byron Pope Combined with various terrain-conquering upgrades, the LR4 is one of the most capable off-road vehicles available.
GM Decides to Keep Opel, Kills Sale Agreement With Magna Nov 3, 2009 5:14 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Ward’s Staff “This was deemed to be the most stable and least costly approach for securing Opel/Vauxhall’s long-term future,” GM President and CEO Fritz Henderson says.
Ford’s Manufacturing Head to Move to Asia Post Nov 3, 2009 10:25 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Ward’s Staff Joe Hinrichs, 42, will head to Shanghai Dec. 1 to replace a retiring John Parker as head of the Asia/Pacific and Africa region.
Honda Accord Crosstour: It’s What Is Inside That Counts Nov 3, 2009 9:01 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg The No.2 Japanese auto maker’s newest CUV is a fine vehicle with a clever interior, but the styling is sure to polarize potential buyers.
Tesla Breaks Production EV World Record in Oz Global Green Challenge Nov 3, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Alan Harman Contestants in the biennial event encountered an earthquake, dust storm and sweltering conditions over seven days of endurance driving through the Australian Outback.
Hyundai Launches Kia Venga at Czech Plant Nov 2, 2009 11:46 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Peter Homola Production of a fourth model, a Hyundai MPV, will be added to the mix at the Nosovice plant in 2011.
Kizashi Best Suzuki, But Not Luxury Competitor Nov 2, 2009 9:34 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg The brand’s new midsize sedan could woo Nissan Altima and Mazda6 intenders, but not those seeking used German or Japanese sport sedans.
Kia Taking Another Look at Picanto Nov 2, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Christie Schweinsberg Last week’s announcement that Nissan will bring its next-generation Micra to the U.S., coupled with Chrysler’s plan to sell the Fiat 500, has Kia rethinking the A-car segment.
UAW Disconnect in Ford Concession Vote, Analysts Say Oct 30, 2009 11:31 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Byron Pope and Eric Mayne At stake are more than $2 billion in investments that would support some 7,000 jobs – including new hires.
Unintended Bad Driving Oct 30, 2009 10:50 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Drew Winter So far, Toyota is doing everything right with its massive recall. It is expressing sympathy for the crash victims and concern about product safety.
GM Extends 60-Day Guarantee; Lutz Fulfills Cadillac CTS-V Challenge Oct 30, 2009 10:40 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Ward’s Staff The program’s extension comes the same day GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz fulfills his pledge to race a Cadillac CTS-V against any challenger with a production stock sports sedan.
Mazda Swaps Ford Board Members Oct 30, 2009 9:44 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Ward’s Staff Thomas A. H. Pixton is moving to Mazda from Ford, where he has overseen product development in various regions for six years.
Magna to End Saab Output in December Oct 29, 2009 3:58 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Peter Homola Production of the convertible’s bodies in the body-in-white department already has been stopped.
Used-Car Market Goes From Bull to Bear – Fast Oct 29, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay “The wholesale used-car market is in the midst of a post-Clunker hangover,” says Pat Ryan Jr., CEO of FirstLook.
U.S. Considers Reform of Chemical Regulations Similar to EU’s REACH Oct 29, 2009 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Alan Osborn Legislation is expected to be introduced by late November for an update to the 1976 Toxic Substances Control Act, intended to allow the EPA to regulate toxic chemicals in the U.S.
GM Eager to Retain Pontiac-Saturn Customer Base Oct 28, 2009 3:27 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Eric Mayne October could mark the first month since January 2008 that GM can claim a year-over-year sales hike. Meanwhile, this year could see the Chevrolet Camaro outsell its archrival, the Ford Mustang.
VW Provides Peek at New Sedan Oct 28, 2009 2:11 PM, WardsAuto.com, By Ward’s Staff The bigger sedan is expected to compete more effectively in the North American market against such cars as the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord and Chevrolet Malibu.
Toyota Latest Auto Maker to Quit Formula 1 Racing 
GM CEO Henderson Says Opel Relation Repairable 
Fiat 500 to Have Special Place in Chrysler Dealerships 
Honda Accord Crosstour: It’s What Is Inside That Counts 
Tesla Breaks Production EV World Record in Oz Global Green Challenge 
Kizashi Best Suzuki, But Not Luxury Competitor 
UAW Disconnect in Ford Concession Vote, Analysts Say 
GM Extends 60-Day Guarantee; Lutz Fulfills Cadillac CTS-V Challenge 
U.S. Considers Reform of Chemical Regulations Similar to EU’s REACH 
