Salvage Sales Can Fund Terrorists, Criminals
Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) calls on Congress to regulate Internet auto sales, citing gaps that allow vehicle transfers without proper paperwork, bypassing environmental regulations and vehicles totally unsalvageable that are back on the road.
New Explorer to be Built on Taurus Frame
Ford will begin producing the new Explorer in late 2010 based on a Taurus frame rather than a truck frame although it will be marketed as an SUV instead of a crossover. The new Land Rover designed by the same engineer was also placed on a car frame and performs as well as the earlier truck-based model.
Westlake Names Top Performing Auction Partners
Westlake Financial Services debuted its inaugural quarterly ranking of top-performing auction partners. Taking the top spot for the first quarter was Manheim Indianapolis, followed by ADESA Lexington and ADESA San Antonio, respectively.
Carfax ‘CAR FOX’ Helps Dealers Sell Used Cars
Carfax announced the launch of a second wave of television ads as part of the national "Show Me the CARFAX" campaign. While many people consider purchasing a car to be highly stressful, the new ads help ease that process by encouraging consumers to shop with used car dealers who offer Carfax Vehicle History Reports.
