Ford’s Enhanced Navigation System Adds HOV Lane Priority Routing
Ford's high-end navigation system already includes touch-screen climate control, Sync information/entertainment service, hard drive for storing music, Sirius satellite radio, and Sirius Travel Link for $2,195. MY2011 will see an option to prioritize routing to high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes to speed commutes.
Automatic License Plate Recognition Targets Repossessions
Modern repossession agents are increasingly using computers and digital imaging to implement license recognition and find cars designated by lenders as targets. Cars scanned while moving or parked alert the agent and save legwork tracking down "skips."
Black Book: February Wholesale Prices Maintain Upward Momentum
The Black Book reports that 63% of used-car models showed wholesale value increases in February. Premium sporty cars and compact cars had jumps in average value. As more Toyota models return to the auction lanes, they're seeing relatively strong demand.
Nissan Recall Could Affect 540,000 Vehicles Globally
Nissan is recalling 540,000 vehicles due to potential defects in fuel-gauge components and brake-pedal pins. The recall affects Titan pickups, Armada SUVs and Quest minivans. Most vehicles were sold in the US, but some were sold in Mexico, Canada, Japan and other markets.
