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GM Recalls Chevrolet Cruzes for Safety Modifications

DETROIT – General Motors will recall 413,418 Chevrolet Cruzes in the United States for the 2011 and 2012 model years to modify the engine shield under the vehicle. This change will help prevent any liquids from being trapped in the engine compartme
Jun 25, 2012
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DealerRater Hits Key Milestone of 700,000 Car Dealer Reviews; Reporting an Average 870 New Reviews Daily

As consumers continue to embrace the critical importance of dealer reviews in the car shopping process, DealerRater reports continued impressive growth in its consumer user base and car dealer reviews, solidifying DealerRater’s position as the worl
Jun 25, 2012
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Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Doubles Up Increasing Sales and Service 98%

Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep in Downers Grove was once closed point Chrysler dealership, which Chrysler closed down for roughly 2 years while identifying a strong dealer group to take it over. When it reopened under the leadership of the Zeigler Auto
Jun 25, 2012
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Massachusetts New Car Dealers and Right to Repair Coalition Agree to Compromise Bill to Avoid November Ballot Question

BOSTON — Last week the Massachusetts State Automobile Dealers Association (MSADA) and the Massachusetts Right to Repair Coalition announced an agreement on compromise “right to repair” legislation that, if passed, would avoid the November b
Jun 25, 2012
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WASHDROPS®- Receives First Annual “Green Award – 2012 Product of the Year” From Nationally Syndicated Radio Program, AutoWorld

Solon, OH – Washdrops® the new hose-less, biodegradable car wash and shine solution from  automotive aftermarket leader, Cequent Consumer Products, has received the inaugural 2012 Green Product of the Year Award from nationally syndicated radio p
Jun 25, 2012
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Want Better Premium Pre-owned Inventory? Think Outside the Auction

Are you finding it difficult to stock enough of the high-gross vehicles you need? You’re not alone. A strong demand for used inventory is putting the squeeze on dealerships—driving up auction prices and pressuring profit margins. The National Aut
Jun 22, 2012
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CarMax Reports Total Used Unit Sales Rose 3%

RICHMOND, Va. — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) this week reported results for the first quarter ended May 31, 2012. Net sales and operating revenues increased 4% to $2.77 billion from $2.68 billion in the first quarter of last year. Used unit sales in
Jun 22, 2012
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GM Financial Announces $1.2 Billion Senior Subordinate Asset-Backed Securitization

FORT WORTH, Texas — General Motors Financial Company, Inc. (“GM Financial” or the “Company”), announced the pricing of a $1.2 billion offering of automobile receivables-backed securities through lead managers Barclays, Deutsche Bank Sec
Jun 22, 2012
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Avis Budget Group Launches Ultimate Test Drive for Consumer Purchases of Off-Rental Vehicles

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Avis Budget Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:CAR) this week introduced the Ultimate Test Drive, a new program designed to respond to consumer demand for the purchase of well-maintained used cars. The initiative, in collaboration with Auto
Jun 22, 2012