Editorial archive

January 2018

Behind the scenes at the North American International Auto Show

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By Christopher A. Sawyer
The Virtual Driver

(January 20, 2018) Conventional wisdom says the car market is dying, and crossovers and SUVs will replace the traditional sedan sometime in the next decade. Last year, FCA announced that it would end production of both the Dodge Dart and Chrysler 200 and replace them with crossovers.

GMC takes Terrain into second generation with new engine choices

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By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(January 19, 2018) Introduced for 2009 as a companion for its bigger brother Acadia crossover, GMC’s Terrain moves into its second generation for 2018 with three new turbo-charged engines, two different 9-speed transmissions, and many design features that take this compact crossover to a new level for sophistication and performance.

Chevrolet offers winter driving and preparedness tips

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(January 19, 2018) DETROIT — Winter storms have been hitting the country with an outlook for continued blizzard conditions and extreme cold temperatures. The team at Chevy reminds drivers of some of the things they can do to be ready to navigate the roads this winter.

Porsche, Toyota top brands in 2018 Kelley resale value awards

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(January 18, 2018) IRVINE, Calif. — While most car buyers consider the sales price one of the most significant figures when choosing a new vehicle, the experts at Kelley Blue Book recommend shoppers consider a number they won't find on any window sticker: the resale value.

Making it easy to shop smart, Kelley Blue Book this week announced the 2018 model-year brand and category winners of the annual Best Resale Value Awards, recognizing vehicles for their projected retained value through the initial five-year ownership period.

National gas price average jumps four cents as demand increases

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(January 17, 2017) Gas prices jumped four cents on the week landing today’s national average at $2.53. According to the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand increased 164,000 barrels on the week to register at 8.8 million. The demand measurement is the highest demand for the first EIA report of January since 2011. The demand increase is a contributing factor to this week’s higher pump prices.

Michelin top brand in AutoPacific's 2017 replacement tire study

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(January 16, 2018) TUSTIN, Calif. — Tire brands Michelin and Pirelli returned to the top two spots in AutoPacific's 2017 Replacement Tire Owner Satisfaction Awards after being edged out by Goodyear and Bridgestone last year. The study, now in its 7th year, identifies the most satisfying replacement tire brands using owner ratings for 17 different tire attributes.

Released last month, the results placed Michelin 1st, followed by Pirelli. Bridgestone and Goodyear dropped to 3rd and 4th rank, respectively.

AutoNation expects to benefit from tax reform bill

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(January 16, 2018) FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — AutoNation, Inc., America's largest automotive retailer, today announced that it expects a benefit of approximately $41 million in the fourth quarter of 2017, or approximately 45 cents per share, due to the recent tax reform bill and the one-time impact on its deferred tax liability. 

Denali trim takes 2018 GMC Canyon to a higher level

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By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(January 15, 2018) When I was growing up, pickup trucks were pretty much utilitarian vehicles good for hauling construction supplies and for farm chores, two-passenger conveyances that could squeeze in a third person if they were good friends or the extra person was on the small side. Like a child.

Volkswagen makes rapid progress in realigning North American strategy

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(January 15, 2018) The Volkswagen brand continues to vigorously pursue its regional consolidation strategy in North America. Volkswagen launched the seventh generation of its most successful high-volume model in the region when the new Jetta celebrated its world premiere on the eve of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Jetta is tailored precisely to the needs of customers in North America.

Honda Accord, Lincoln Navigator, Volvo XC60 honored at Detroit auto show

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(January 15, 2018) DETROIT — The Honda Accord won the 2018 North American Car of the Year at the Detroit auto show,  the Lincoln Navigator won Truck of the Year honors and the Volvo XC60 was named top utility vehicle of the year. The awards were announced this morning.

This year’s winners were selected by a jury of 60 American and Canadian automotive journalists from a group of three finalists in each category. A vehicle must be redesigned or significantly changed to be eligible for the award.