Vehicle Crash Deaths Lowest in 5 Years
The latest crash fatality report shows vehicle deaths declined to lowest level in US in 5 years. On the flip side, motorycle deaths up and alcohol-related deaths held steady.
DOT: Fatalities from Truck Crashes Down 4.7%
Trucking officials cite positive shift in industry's safety mindset for latest reduction on truck-related fatalities. DOT says deaths dropped 4.7% to 4,995 in 2006.
ADESA Boss Eyes Acquisitions
Jim Hallett says running ADESA is now "fun." He expects ADESA to acquire more sites before September in bid to gain market share.
Detroit Reduces Fleet Sales; Imports Fill Gap, Risk Residuals
Import automakers are risking their residual values to fill the void created as Detroit's automakers reduce sales to commercial fleets and daily rental companies. Both GM and Ford have made very public pronouncements about their goal to reduce reliance on fleet business as part of their turnaround plans. Toyota, Nissan and Kia are waiting in the wings to make up some of the difference. One unintended consequence: the cost of renting a car is going up.
