Jeep is the leading domestic brand for residual value, according to the latest analysis from Kelley Blue Book. The study says the Jeep brand's resale value improved 2.8% for the 2010 model year while the industry declined overall.
Waste management operators around the country are bringing in natural gas-powered trash collection truck fleets and CNG fueling stations through Clean Energy Fuels Corp. This move will cut greenhouse gas emissions by 23% compared to diesel-powered trash trucks, according to Clean Energy.
Kelley Blue Book gives the Toyota 2010 model vehicles the highest resale value in five years, Lexus also taking top honors. Figures are critical to consumers buying new vehicles and to the automakers and their dealers hoping to boost sales.
Using cell phones while driving is an unsafe distraction, even when done hands-free. New devices and services eliminate the temptation by using phone GPS receivers to disable phones at driving speeds.
Experts say it's a buyer's market for used cars. Even exotics are reasonably priced. Best buys, according to Forbes, include Honda CR-V and Lexus ES. Bad picks are Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Sebring convertible.