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BIA/Kelsey Forecasts U.S. Mobile Local Ad Revenues to Grow from $664M in 2011 to $5.8B in 2016

CHANTILLY, Va. – BIA/Kelsey, advisor to companies in the local media industry, forecasts U.S. mobile local advertising revenues to grow from $664 million in 2011 to $5.8 billion in 2016, representing a compound annual growth rate of 54.2 percent. B
Nov 5, 2012
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Research: Does Facebook Work for Auto Dealerships?

Market Research Sheds Light on New Car Buyers and Social NetworkingCINCINNATI — More than one in four new car buyers visit social networking sites at least weekly, according to research released today by Friedman-Swift Associates, a national m
Nov 5, 2012
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Hertz Extends Tender Offer To Acquire Dollar Thrifty

PARK RIDGE, N.J. — Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HTZ) announced that it has extended the expiration date of its previously announced cash tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of common stock of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group,
Nov 5, 2012
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American Suzuki Motor Corporation (“ASMC”) Announces Restructuring and Realignment to Focus on Motorcycles/ATV and Marine Divisions

ASMC to wind down and discontinue new automobile sales in continental U.S.; Consumers will be protected and all warranties will continue to be fully honored BREA, Calif. — American Suzuki Motor Corporation (“ASMC” or “the Company”), the
Nov 5, 2012
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Edmunds.com: A Silver Lining From a Dark Cloud: Damage from Hurricane Sandy Could Help Economy and Auto Industry

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Once life starts to return to normal for those affected by Hurricane Sandy, the auto industry could see an extra bump from those who delayed purchases or need to replace vehicles, reports Edmunds.com, the premier resource for
Nov 5, 2012
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13th Digital Dealer Conference & Exposition Sets New Attendance Record

More than 1,100 franchised automotive dealers and managers traveled to the Digital Dealer Conference to learn how to utilize the Internet and technology to sell and service more vehicles more profitably DETROIT, MI —  The 13th Digital Dealer C
Nov 5, 2012
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Massive Research Concludes: Stop Delighting Customers!

Ok, I felt it, witnessed it, calculated it, preached it and now sophisticated and comprehensive research, studying more than 75,000 customers over several years, has provided absolute proof. Bells, whistles, fluff and items unrelated to actual proble
Nov 5, 2012
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Mopar® Expands Remanufactured CV Axle Half Shaft Product Line

Auburn Hills, Mich. — Mopar® announced today the expansion of its remanufactured CV Axle Half Shaft product line in its portfolio of remanufactured parts, the newest addition in a long line of authentic remanufactured products offered by Chrysler
Nov 5, 2012
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Nissan’s Air-Leak Detection Squad Saves Energy, Money, and Helps the Environment

SMYRNA, Tenn. – Nissan’s manufacturing facilities in North America are making major changes to reduce the amount of energy they use. They have committed to reduce their overall energy consumption by 25 percent in ten years. It is a move meant
Nov 5, 2012