Inside the Industry

Honda Civic top choice for Californians in 2013

(March 25, 2014) TORRANCE, Calif. — More individual Californians purchased a Honda Civic than any other vehicle in 2013, according to new-vehicle registration data now available from Polk. Individual California car buyers purchased 65,910 Civics in 2013, more than any other vehicle in the state when subtracting sales to government and corporate fleet buyers. California is the largest vehicle market in the United States.

Nissan celebrates Leaf sales milestone with stories from owners

(March 25, 2014) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Nissan Leaf continues to make automotive history, becoming the best-selling electric vehicle ever with global sales of more than 100,000 units and U.S. sales approaching 50,000. Collectively, it is estimated that owners in 35 countries have saved more than $28 million in gasoline costs – since the zero-emissions Leaf requires none.

Fresh choice: All-new Mini offers a touch of individual style

(March 25, 2014) WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — The all-new Mini is more powerful, more refined and more comfortable, and also offers more choice than ever for customers seeking to give their car a unique style.

Mini has announced that a fresh range of model-specific products joins the Original Mini Accessories program, and is available with the car’s launch this spring. It means buyers can fine-tune the design and functionality of their Mini to suit their individual taste.

Alfa chooses New York Auto Show for brand's return to U.S.

(March 24, 2014) Alfa Romeo will mark its North American return at the 2014 New York International Auto Show with the highly anticipated and high-performance Alfa Romeo 4C. The all-new Alfa Romeo 4C delivers an exotic mid-engine design inspired by the brand's legendary racing history.

State-of-the-art carbon fiber monocoque, a turbocharged engine influenced by Formula 1, and advanced technological solutions combine to deliver supercar-level performance and driving exhilaration.

Next-generation Nissan Murano coming to New York

(March 24, 2014) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nissan today revealed an early peek at the 2015 Murano, which makes its world debut on April 16 at the New York International Auto Show. As the halo vehicle for Nissan's expanding range of bold crossovers and SUVs, the Murano previews a new Nissan design language for future Nissan production vehicles.

Ford, GE WattStation chargers support employee EV charging network

(March 24, 2014) DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford in conjunction with GE, will supply vehicle charging stations at Ford facilities nationwide, beginning with facilities in and around its headquarters. The announcement continues the innovative cooperation begun more than 100 years ago between Henry Ford and Thomas Edison, co-founder of GE.

Toyota enters $1.2 billion agreement with government related to recalls

(March 23, 2014) NEW YORK — Toyota has reached an agreement with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York to resolve its investigation initiated in February 2010 into the communications and decision-making processes related to the company’s 2009-2010 recalls to address potential “sticking” accelerator pedals and floor mat entrapment. 

As part of the agreement, Toyota will make a payment totaling $1.2 billion.
 

Cadillac introduces special ATS Crimson Sport Edition

(March 23, 2014) DETROIT — Cadillac enhances the dynamic performance and design of the 2014 ATS sedan with a new, limited-edition Crimson Sport special edition. Produced only during the spring of 2014, the special edition sedan is characterized by its unique Crimson Red Metallic exterior paint and a collection of its sportiest performance attributes, including an available Track Package.

2015 Chrysler 200 sedan all new from the ground up

(March 22, 2014) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 will soon arrive in North American dealerships with new design language, a first-in-segment nine-speed automatic transmission, and a V-6 engine boosting 295 horsepower.

Lincoln explores journeys of seven inspiring African-Americans as part of series

(March 21, 2014) DEARBORN, Mich. — In the spirit of continuing its efforts to inspire, The Lincoln Motor Company has created a new branded content series, "The Journey," a campaign that explores inspiration, entrepreneurship and people who have followed their dreams within the African-American community.