(October 19, 2015) BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — In observance of National Teen Driver Safety Week, State Farm has released the results of a recent survey of young drivers ages 16-19. The focus of the survey was to learn more about their attitudes and behaviors when it comes to distracted driving. The survey revealed that nearly all teens, over 90 percent, say they understand texting while driving is distracting, yet 44 percent say they do it.

(October 15, 2015) The experts from Kelley Blue Book kbb.com have assembled their list of the 10 best lease, financing and cash back deals for new cars available in October from a variety of auto manufacturers.

"This month's list of standout deals includes everything from a three-row luxury SUV to a hybrid, along with several mainstream sedans," said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com.

(October 14, 2015) SHANGHAI, China — More than a century after Henry Ford changed the way the world moved, Ford Motor Company is once again working on new accessible innovations — this time to change the way China moves.

(October 13, 2015) WASHINGTON — After 13 consecutive days of holding steady at $2.29 per gallon, the national average price for regular unleaded gasoline began ticking higher last week, reaching today’s price of $2.31 per gallon. Today’s average represents an increase of two cents per gallon compared to one week ago.

(October 13, 2015) SAN ANTONIO, Texas — The Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) named the 2016 Nissan Titan XD the Truck of Texas, marking the first time for a Nissan truck to win the prestigious title. The Nissan Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel and Aisin powering the new Titan also received Best Powertrain Award, while the Titan XD Pro-4X won best off-road pickup; the Titan XD Platinum Reserve won luxury pickup truck; and Nissan’s Murano Platinum won mid-size CUV award.

(October 9, 2015) LOS ANGELES — Global auto manufacturers have made considerable progress in increasing fuel economy and reducing nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions, and experts at Emissions Analytics see the U.S. getting closer to 2025 federal fuel economy targets by adopting approaches from Europe.

(October 8, 2015) LOS ANGELES — While icy and snow-packed roads get the most attention as temperatures drop, drivers should also be on the lookout for less conventional but equally dangerous hazards, according to the latest Farmers Insurance Seasonal Smarts Digest.

(October 8, 2015) MILFORD, Mich. — General Motors CEO Mary Barra and her leadership team last week outlined the company’s plans to capitalize on the future of personal mobility by owning the customer relationship beyond the vehicle, building upon nearly two decades of connectivity leadership.

GM also said it plans to strengthen its core business through global growth initiatives and an aggressive product launch cadence, while continuing to focus on driving cost efficiencies.

(October 6, 2015) WASHINGTON — Pump prices remain relatively stable, with today’s national average price for regular unleaded gasoline holding at $2.29 per gallon for the 12th consecutive day. Today’s average price is up by fractions of a penny compared to one week ago, but has moved lower for 43 of the past 49 days, providing drivers with a savings of 12 cents per gallon month-over-month, according to statistics released by AAA.

Significant yearly discounts remain with drivers saving $1.01 per gallon on average, largely attributed to cheaper crude oil and ample gasoline supplies.

(October 5, 2015) IRVINE, Calif —  Kelley Blue Book kbb.com and Autotrader today report that more than 70 percent of KBB.com survey respondents believe the diesel emissions issue could spread beyond just Volkswagen. As for the brand's reputation, the majority of those surveyed say they have "complete" or "general mistrust" in Volkswagen.

In addition, according to a recent Autotrader Quick Poll, 30 percent of respondents say they would be less likely to consider a diesel vehicle.