Monday, November 23, 2009

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Ford Gaining On Honda And Toyota In Perceived Quality

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 12:48 PM PST

Among mainstream brands, consumers still rate Honda and Toyota highest in quality--whether that is or isn't the case on actual quality surveys. But Ford is quickly gaining ground. That's according to the latest Perceived Quality Study (PQS), from residual values expert Automotive Leasing Guide (ALG). Perceived quality sometimes fails to mirror ..


2011 BMW 5-Series: Preview and First Photos

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 10:38 AM PST

This afternoon, the 2011 BMW 5-Series sedan gets its long-awaited world premiere. Part of the new generation of BMW large cars, the new sedan is closely linked to the 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo we reviewed for you in September. BMW also confesses the new 5er shares many of its mechanical systems with the big 7-Series sedan, which was ..


Today In Social Media: The Toyota 4Runner 'You In?' Campaign

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 09:40 AM PST

Social media is the bold, new frontier of marketing: terra incognita, Wild West, Deep Space. Sites and services like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Flickr allow advertisers to reach huge numbers of people at minimum cost and maximum speed; all companies have to do is post videos or photos of a product, make sure the right people see them ..


2011 BMW 5-Series Sedan - 535i - 550i

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 09:32 AM PST

TheCarConnection.com's editors have prepared this preview of the 2011 BMW 5-Series sedan and wagon from information and photos released by the manufacturer. TCC's editors will update this 5-Series preview as BMW releases more data, and will bring you their Bottom Line road test summary as soon as vehicles are provided for test drives. ...
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Marketing WTF: Smart, Little Debbie Give Away A ForTwo

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 08:42 AM PST

To be successful at marketing, companies have to shill their products in a variety of ways: on TV, in print, via editorial coverage, and so on. Partnerships with other companies and organizations can be a great way to generate awareness, too -- remember when Oprah Winfrey gave away those sweet Pontiac G6s? Even though Pontiac lost money by ..


U.S. Consortium To Make Bid For Volvo This Week

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 08:00 AM PST

In today's episode of the Ford/Volvo saga, the U.S. consortium known as Crown has announced plans to submit a bid for Volvo this week that will rival that of Chinese automaker (and current preferred bidder) Geely. Crown's bid will be in the $2 billion to $2.5 billion range -- somewhat less than Geely's rumored $3 billion offer. However, Crown ..


2011 CTS Coupe, Two-Mode Ends, 2010 GX460 First Drive: Today At High Gear Media

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 08:00 AM PST

The Los Angeles Auto show is just a week away and it's starting to show as more and more previews of vehicles to be revealed make their way onto the web. You can catch many in the links below, but don't forget to stop by our preview article for a one-stop destination for all the latest on L.A. Auto Show coverage. We'll also be hitting the ..


Honda Lineup Ranked Most Fuel-Efficient In America

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 06:43 AM PST

Nine automakers sell full lineups in the U.S., and the Environmental Protection Agency has ranked them according to fuel-efficiency. At the top of the EPA's list sits Honda, whose U.S. models average 23.6 miles per gallon; Hyundai (23.4 mpg) and Toyota (23.2 mpg) take home silver and bronze, respectively. At the other end of the spectrum, we ..


First Drive: 2010 Lexus GX 460

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 12:03 AM PST

Stepping into the brand-new 2010 Lexus GX 460 for the first time, it's hard not to feel a bit nostalgic. Why? Among mid-size utes, the Lexus GX 460 is the last one standing; it's the only vehicle this size that sticks with the body-on-frame construction long preferred those who do heavy towing, and by some off-roaders. Luxurious mid-size ..


2010 Lexus GX 460

Posted: 22 Nov 2009 11:54 PM PST

TheCarConnection.com has driven the new Lexus GX 460 on- and off-road, parked it, and even tried sitting in all three rows of seats in order to bring you the best all-around summation of this luxury SUV's strengths and weaknesses. We've also researched reviews from other sources, featured in an accompanying full review. Likes Smooth, ...
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Preview: 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe

Posted: 22 Nov 2009 10:10 PM PST

• What is it? Cadillac's answer to the BMW 3-Series and Audi A5 • The basics: Efficient V-6 power or sledgehammer V-8 • On sale: May 2010, with a public showing and more details at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show • Price: $40,000-plus (est.) The delayed two-door version of the Cadillac CTS is coming in May, and ..


2010 BMW 5-Series

Posted: 22 Nov 2009 07:19 PM PST

2010 BMW 5-SERIES STYLING | [7 out of 10] Edmunds: "wolf in a flamboyant sheep's clothing," Cars and Driver: "somewhat unconventional" Kelley Blue Book: "the overall air of firm luxury remains" The 2010 5-Series sedan and wagon bear the hallmarks of an older school of BMW styling-one that's being left behind. With elaborate ...
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2010 BMW 5-Series

Posted: 22 Nov 2009 06:32 PM PST

TheCarConnection.com has researched a range of road tests on the new BMW 5-Series to bring you some of the most useful observations from other reviewers. Then here, TheCarConnection.com's editors bring you their own overall Bottom Line assessment, including firsthand driving impressions. Likes Smooth, responsive engines Crisp, ...
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