N America President Mark Fields hopes to beef up FoMoCo car lineup with bolder styling
Impala went from king of the road to middle of the road, and Chevrolet has no plans to compete to win back its title. While it is still the best-selling American car, it lags behind Japanese Camry, Corolla, Accord, and Civic.
Limousine builders are stretching vehicles not designed for the conversion, so manufacturers are issuing stiff warnings. Only Cadillac and Lincoln build factory models specifically designed to be converted; stretching vehicles not designed for limousine conversion usually voids their warranties.
Imports dominated Edmunds' 2006 list of "Best Bets" in used vehicles. Emphasizing reliability, safety, and availability, the editors said low mileage 2 or 3 year-old vehicles are the best choices as buyers look for additional ways to save on automotive expenses.