Vehicles with Best Residual Values Named by KBB, ALG
Kelley Blue Book and ALG released their 2010 model year residual projections. Subaru dethroned Honda in ALG's mainstream brand analysis while Toyota captured KBB's top brand honor. Both companies also noted leading vehicles in individual categories.
Car Owners, Mechanics Agree on Oil Changes
A survey conducted by PEMCO reports that 53% of drivers say changing oil is the best way to avoid expensive vehicle repairs. Auto repair shops agree but also note that servicing the transmission is another effective way to avoid repairs.
Certified Pre-Owned Sales Dropped in November, Except for Three Imports
Certified pre-owned sales have jumped double-digit for Lexus and VW, also up for Nissan and BMW. Domestic automakers saw a drop in CPO sales of 30 percent over last year, according to Autodata Corp statistics.
Jeep Top Domestic Brand for Residual Value Says KBB
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 Fleets Turning to Natural Gas Trucks
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.
