By Reuters WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said Tuesday it is upgrading an investigation into 1.7 million General Motors Co (GM.N) vehicles for windshield wiper failures. The auto safety agency opened the probe in…
By CNET.com This world is a weird one, and bundled into the weirdness is the fact BMW builds the Toyota Supra. That much you surely have known, but with production responsibility comes the need to execute recalls when needed. For the third time,…
A new year means a slew of new and innovative automotive technology coming to market.
By The Car Care Council In the era of online shopping when countless holiday gifts are available at the click of a button, putting in a little extra time and legwork can mean a lot. The Car Care Council offers…
By Cars.com Vehicles Affected: Approximately 3,800 model-year 2019 Toyota Prius hybrid hatchbacks The Problem: An electrical short circuit in the combination meter could occur, causing the speedometer, odometer and fuel gauge to become inoperative. This may not meet certain safety…
SALT LAKE CITY—A red-and-white metro bus heads north along Redwood Road, a main artery and busy stretch of suburban strip malls, fast-food restaurants, and auto dealerships. Out of the right window on this sunny day, the towering Wasatch Mountains loom…
As we enter a new decade, Cars.com today revealed its top predictions for the trends that will most impact car shoppers and sellers. Increasing consumer expectations, connected technology, rising loan prices, a pivotal presidential election, and an infatuation with electric…
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By QuoteWizard SEATTLE, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- QuoteWizard®, a LendingTree company, and one of the nation's leading online insurance marketplaces, released a report on the worst states for speedy drivers. After ranking all 50 states on average speed limits and rate of speeding tickets…
By Digital Trends Waze has added a new feature for winter driving that should offer peace of mind if you ever find yourself commuting through snow-filled streets. The navigation app will now offer snow reports on the state of nearby…
"The competitive analysis of Distributors who supply parts to repair outlets (the Do-It-For-Me market) generally has been focused on four major factors: Ordering Systems, Availability, Pricing and Delivery. However, three additional competitive factors have…
Lawmakers may soon be talking about a new Cash for Clunkers program being discussed in the nation's capital. Listen in as Bob Redding, ASA’s Washington, D.C. representative, discusses the genesis of an updated old idea and the potential impact on…
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As touchscreens become more commonplace, the gulf of perceived differences in the performance of these features between cars and other devices (such as mobile and in-home) has become wider. A new report from the In-Vehicle UX (IVX) group at…
By Allison & Taylor, Inc. DETROIT (December 10, 2019) – As 2019 winds down, are you considering sending the boss a holiday card? If you are, should you send a state-of-the-art e-card/social media greeting, or a “snail-mailed” traditional card? First,…
Witnesses at U.S. Senate committee hearing called to examine legislative proposals to "protect consumer data privacy" generally agreed federal legislation is necessary to provide a uniform and consistent framework for not only consumers but businesses as well. In his opening…
The Automotive Service Association has signed on to a U.S. Vehicle Data Coalition letter that was submitted to the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation.
Franchised auto dealers' sentiment became less positive and independent dealers remained negative in Q4. The Economy, Political Climate and Consumer Confidence are among the Top 5 factors holding back business for franchised dealers. In the most statistically significant positive change…
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Winter is here, and drivers may not be ready for what's ahead. In a survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Discount Tire – the world's largest retailer of tires and wheels – participants revealed…
