Facts About Electric Cars
The primary issue for electric vehicle owners and their builders is the driving distance and charging times for electric vehicles. Safety is a close second as manufacturers test and assure the public that electric vehicles will operate successfully in everyday use. Charging is centered around 240V alternating current systems with times ranging from 6 to 10 hours.
Govt Regulations Forcing Automakers to Rethink Full-Size Trucks
The full-sized pickup's reign as General Motors' top-selling vehicle likely is in jeopardy. The same might be true of the F-series as Ford's top seller. To meet proposed higher fuel economy and lower emissions standards, automakers will eventually need to develop a leaner range of pickup trucks.
OPENLANE Market Index Report Shows December Gain
OPENLANE's Market Index Report shows the overall market gained Nov/Dec 2010 by 4 percentage points while gaining 2%annualized from Nov 2009. Dealer interest increased Nov/Dec 2010 but showed a decline from Nov 2009.
CarMax to Make First Super Bowl Appearance with Two Spots
Used-car retailer CarMax has flirted with regional buys in past Super Bowl broadcasts. Come February, the Richmond, VA-based marketer will make its first national splash in the big game with two 30-second spots, one in the second quarter and one in the third. The buy was handled by CarMax's in-house media team, while the creative will come from its new agency, Amalgamated, New York.
