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Nissan Signals Future of Versa, Best-Selling Sub-Compact in U.S.

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – As a part of Nissan North America’s offensive of five new models in 15 months, the sub-compact Versa hatchback will receive a fresh new look that takes design cues from the new Nissan Note, announced earlier today in Jap
Jul 18, 2012
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Insurance Auto Auctions Relocates Austin Branch to Larger Upgraded Facility

New facility offers covered inspection and multiple run-and-drive lanes WESTCHESTER, Ill. — Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA) the leading live and live-online salvage auto auction company and wholly-owned subsidiary of KAR Auction Services, I
Jul 17, 2012
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FordDirect’s New Reputation and Social Media Management Service Builds a Positive, Online Brand for Ford and Lincoln Dealers

DEARBORN, Mich. — FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and its franchise dealers, announced today the launch of its new Social Media and Reputation Management Service for Ford and Lincoln Dealers.  Powered by Digital Air Str
Jul 17, 2012
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Subaru Leads for Second Straight Month in June 2012 Performance Scorecards for Manufacturers and Brands

Subaru, Toyota, BMW and Jaguar/Land Rover and Receive Top Grades by Manufacturer; Nissan, Suzuki, Mazda and Volvo Suffer the Lowest Grades SANTA MONICA, Calif. — TrueCar.com, the authority in new car pricing, trends and forecasting released it
Jul 17, 2012
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Fiat 500 Product Portfolio Makes Its Way to the U.S. in New Broadcast Commercial

New spot, ‘Immigrants,’ set to air on Monday, July 16 featuring global superstar, Pitbull, and international artist, Arianna Auburn Hills, Mich. – The FIAT brand is depicting the tale of its arrival to the U.S. market with a new commercial
Jul 17, 2012
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As Car Sales Surge, AOL Autos and Toyota Unveil Powerful New Online Tool to Help Consumers Find the Perfect Ride

“ChooseControl” Matches Consumers with Cars through Social Demographics and Innovative Search Technology NEW YORK — As the automotive industry continues to post its highest sales since 2005, AOL Autos and Toyota today announced the launch o
Jul 17, 2012
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Family Business Harmony Best Practices

As a business succession planner I believe family harmony is a component of the Succession Matrix. On a day-to-day basis I deal with the good, the bad and the ugly of family business.  The good gives me encouragement that family business succession
Jul 17, 2012
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The Art of Recruiting and Retaining Women in your Dealership, Part 2

Note: This is the second of a three-part series on a subject that needs more that a single column to do it justice, because women are critical to your success.  Click here to read the first part. In the recruitment process, and throughout your corpo
Jul 17, 2012
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Millions of OnStar subscribers can instantly access nationwide peer-to-peer car sharing market

DETROIT – General Motors’ OnStar subscribers can now rent out their idle vehicles through the RelayRides marketplace, leveraging OnStar connectivity already active in their vehicles to potentially earn hundreds of dollars a month to offset the co
Jul 17, 2012