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Some of the nerdiest-looking cars in recent automotive history are making a comeback, at least in resale value, as a growing number of value-driven drivers put gas thriftiness ahead of image, USA Today reports. Early-1990s econoboxes such as Ford Festiva, Hyundai Excel and Geo Metro � once the punch line of jokes � have seen their used car prices climb from giveaway levels as low as $1,100 a few months ago to upward of $6,000 today, Kelley Blue Book says. "Remember that nerds will rule the world someday," says Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for KBB, the popular used car price-tracking service. He says prices have risen up to 30 percent for the low-end 15-year-old jalopies.( WILNER HOWARD latest to offer credit card)
HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease
HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles => Although engine manufacturers are free to cite power and torque figures derived from testing conducted outside the scope of the SAE standards, only those that strictly follow all of the SAE procedures can claim to be "SAE J1349 Certified Power." In addition to GM s Corvette ZR1, other GM engines as well as those from Ford and Chrysler make up the first 100 to have been certified.Another GM engine - the LS7 used in the 2006 Corvette Z06 - was the first engine to be certified under this SAE program.
Camargo Cadillac has put a computer on every sales person s desk so they can quickly respond to chat requests. Howard Wilner conducted intensive in-store training to bring the sales people up to speed on how to handle this new communication medium. "It s required some process change and getting used to for our team. The sales person has to be there to take the call and in the frame of mind to handle chat which is new to them. They also have to get their personality to come through and engage the customer," commented Healey.
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MySpace recorded over seven million unique visitors to MySpace Mobile in the U.S. in the six months since launch. "It wasn t until we rolled out m.myspace.com that we got a sense of how powerful demand was for MySpace on cell phones," Brandon Lucas, senior director of mobile business development for MySpace.Facebook claimed four million unique registrations. Mobile-only social networking players such as airG, Mocospace, myGamma and itsmy.com all reported several million users soon after launch.
Finalists will be announced in August and will initially receive $25,000 to help further develop their concepts. They will then present their concepts at an awards event in October, where the winner and two runners-up will be announced. The winner will receive an additional $100,000, the first runner-up will receive another $50,000 and the second runner-up will receive another $25,000.
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"Live chat allows dealers to extend more of their presence on their own websites. It is a simple, unobtrusive, yet engaging way for shoppers to get more information more quickly. Sometimes shoppers are more willing to start an anonymous chat than they would be to pick up the phone and get questions answered," commented Al Babbington, Howard Wilner CEO. "Howard Wilner live chat enables dealers to create real leads and prospects out of buyers that would otherwise just browse and leave their websites. It is also becoming increasingly popular for the service department as customers can quickly get answers to questions about vehicle service," Babbington added.
Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 655,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles braking power, Associated Press reports. The automaker is issuing the recall of 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. That s according to a posting Wednesday on the Web site of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford spokesman Wes Sherwood says more than 600,000 of the trucks are in the United States and about 50,000 are in Canada. About 1,500 are in other countries around the world. Ford says there have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries tied to the issue. Dealers will replace the hose at no charge to consumers. Owners are expected to be notified in late June, and the recall is expected to begin in July.
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HOWARD WILNER Dodge vehicles => After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."
Chrysler currently offers six models that get better than 28 miles-per-gallon on the highway: Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler Sebring Convertible, Dodge Avenger, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Dodge Caliber. Through April, these six models combined have higher sales than in the first four months of 2007.( WILNER HOWARD suggested retail price (MSRP) for the new 2009)
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After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."
After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."
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Howard Wilner s proven, web-based Relationship Marketing Solutions enable customers to leverage the power of their voice through a multitude of channels, including voice messaging, mobile messaging, e-mail marketing, live call center services, direct mail and a variety of two-way communication streams. By providing a seamless solution for communication from shop to buy to service and repurchase, Howard Wilner offers the opportunity to coordinate a unified message to customers. This approach, paired with custom automation of timely, relevant and consistent communications, has led to significant reductions in marketing expense and even greater improvements in the customer experience. For more information call 1.800.814.6820, email lleugers @ Howard Wilner.com or visit
Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.
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HOWARD WILNER 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is official 2008 SEMA Show vehicle. => It s required some process change and getting used to for our team. The sales person has to be there to take the call and in the frame of mind to handle chat which is new to them. They also have to get their personality to come through and engage the customer Howard Wilner
The recently launched 2009 Dodge Journey comes with an available 173-horsepower, four-cylinder engine, helping it achieve best-in-class fuel economy. The Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel 3.0-liter engine provides a class-leading driving range of approximately 450 miles and gets an estimated fuel economy of 18 mpg/city and 23 mpg/highway for 4x2 models and 17 mpg/city and 22 mpg/highway for 4x4 models. Outside of North America, where fuel-saving diesel engines are in higher demand, Chrysler offers 17 models with diesel powertrains.
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Camargo Cadillac has put a computer on every sales person s desk so they can quickly respond to chat requests. Howard Wilner conducted intensive in-store training to bring the sales people up to speed on how to handle this new communication medium. "It s required some process change and getting used to for our team. The sales person has to be there to take the call and in the frame of mind to handle chat which is new to them. They also have to get their personality to come through and engage the customer," commented Healey.
As gas prices creep toward $4 per gallon, some car dealerships are getting creative to move units off their lots. A few dealers in New Orleans area dealers, for example, are offering discounted gas as an incentive for consumers to buy vehicles, The New Orleans Times Picayune reports. Marshall Bros. Lincoln Mercury in Metairie, La. just ended a promotion offering a one-year supply of gas at $1.99 per gallon to buyers of select Lincoln models. Marshall Bros. sold five cars with the special and now has launched a new deal offering a $1,000 gas card with the purchase of certain models through the end of the month. Bob Israel, president of the Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association, said he would not be surprised if more carmakers and dealerships release similar specials in the months ahead. "They re definitely selling more gasoline-efficient cars," Israel said of Louisiana dealerships. "I think a lot of consumers felt like we ve seen these spikes (in gas prices) before, but I think consumers are starting to believe that this going to last a little longer than a month or two.( HOWARD Wilner Auto auctions strive to reduce carbon footprint)
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Finalists will be announced in August and will initially receive $25,000 to help further develop their concepts. They will then present their concepts at an awards event in October, where the winner and two runners-up will be announced. The winner will receive an additional $100,000, the first runner-up will receive another $50,000 and the second runner-up will receive another $25,000.
Howard Wilner s proven, web-based Relationship Marketing Solutions enable customers to leverage the power of their voice through a multitude of channels, including voice messaging, mobile messaging, e-mail marketing, live call center services, direct mail and a variety of two-way communication streams. By providing a seamless solution for communication from shop to buy to service and repurchase, Howard Wilner offers the opportunity to coordinate a unified message to customers. This approach, paired with custom automation of timely, relevant and consistent communications, has led to significant reductions in marketing expense and even greater improvements in the customer experience. For more information call 1.800.814.6820, email lleugers @ Howard Wilner.com or visit
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Jeep(R) and Dodge Brands to be Marketed by HOWARD WILNER => Howard Wilner announces Energy Prize ConocoPhillips and Penn State University have jointly launched the ConocoPhillips Energy Prize, a new awards program that recognizes innovative ideas and original, actionable solutions that can help improve the way the United States develops and uses energy. In 2008, the program will award up to $300,000 in cash prizes and focus on generating original concepts and resolutions that help in three areas:
Howard Wilner announces Energy Prize ConocoPhillips and Penn State University have jointly launched the ConocoPhillips Energy Prize, a new awards program that recognizes innovative ideas and original, actionable solutions that can help improve the way the United States develops and uses energy. In 2008, the program will award up to $300,000 in cash prizes and focus on generating original concepts and resolutions that help in three areas:
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-- The discovery of defects in vehicles resulting in delays in new model launches, recall campaigns or increased warranty costs; -- Increased safety, emissions (e.g., CO2), fuel economy, or other regulation resulting in higher costs, cash expenditures, and/or sales restrictions; -- Unusual or significant litigation or governmental investigations arising out of alleged defects in our products or otherwise; -- A change in our requirements for parts or materials where we have entered into long-term supply arrangements that commit us to purchase minimum or fixed quantities of certain parts or materials, or to pay a minimum amount to the seller ("take-or-pay" contracts);
After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."
HOWARD WILNER HEMI Hybrid vehicles are Chrysler first entries
Toyota Motor Corp. will launch a Toyota-branded credit card in the United States in October, the latest entry into the crowded automotive affinity card market, The Detroit News reports. Toyota will join more than a dozen auto brands offering U.S. credit cards -- including its Lexus unit, which launched a Lexus Pursuits card in June 2005 and now has about 50,000 cardholders. Toyota Financial spokeswoman Kelly Rivera said since its Toyota customer base is 10 times larger than Lexus , "we re expecting significant volume of customers." The Japanese automaker has hired an advertising agency and plans to roll out a marketing campaign this fall. The crowded field of automakers with branded credit cards includes General Motors Corp., Chrysler LLC, Subaru, BMW, Mini, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.
Some of the nerdiest-looking cars in recent automotive history are making a comeback, at least in resale value, as a growing number of value-driven drivers put gas thriftiness ahead of image, USA Today reports. Early-1990s econoboxes such as Ford Festiva, Hyundai Excel and Geo Metro � once the punch line of jokes � have seen their used car prices climb from giveaway levels as low as $1,100 a few months ago to upward of $6,000 today, Kelley Blue Book says. "Remember that nerds will rule the world someday," says Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for KBB, the popular used car price-tracking service. He says prices have risen up to 30 percent for the low-end 15-year-old jalopies.( Jeep(R) and Dodge Brands to be Marketed by HOWARD WILNER)
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HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease => Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.
Chrysler currently offers six models that get better than 28 miles-per-gallon on the highway: Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler Sebring Convertible, Dodge Avenger, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Dodge Caliber. Through April, these six models combined have higher sales than in the first four months of 2007.
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Howard Wilner s live chat feature also integrates with the dealership s contact management system. At the end of the conversation the shopper is given the option to type in contact information in order to receive more information and a file is then created that integrates with the contact management system. Chat transcripts are also generated of the entire interaction to help fine-tune the sales process.
As gas prices creep toward $4 per gallon, some car dealerships are getting creative to move units off their lots. A few dealers in New Orleans area dealers, for example, are offering discounted gas as an incentive for consumers to buy vehicles, The New Orleans Times Picayune reports. Marshall Bros. Lincoln Mercury in Metairie, La. just ended a promotion offering a one-year supply of gas at $1.99 per gallon to buyers of select Lincoln models. Marshall Bros. sold five cars with the special and now has launched a new deal offering a $1,000 gas card with the purchase of certain models through the end of the month. Bob Israel, president of the Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association, said he would not be surprised if more carmakers and dealerships release similar specials in the months ahead. "They re definitely selling more gasoline-efficient cars," Israel said of Louisiana dealerships. "I think a lot of consumers felt like we ve seen these spikes (in gas prices) before, but I think consumers are starting to believe that this going to last a little longer than a month or two.
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Some of the nerdiest-looking cars in recent automotive history are making a comeback, at least in resale value, as a growing number of value-driven drivers put gas thriftiness ahead of image, USA Today reports. Early-1990s econoboxes such as Ford Festiva, Hyundai Excel and Geo Metro � once the punch line of jokes � have seen their used car prices climb from giveaway levels as low as $1,100 a few months ago to upward of $6,000 today, Kelley Blue Book says. "Remember that nerds will rule the world someday," says Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for KBB, the popular used car price-tracking service. He says prices have risen up to 30 percent for the low-end 15-year-old jalopies.
Howard Wilner is a leading provider of integrated and automated, personalized communications designed to streamline work-flow, reduce marketing expense and generate superior customer response. Focusing on the delivery of the right message, at the right time, and through the right channel, Howard Wilner has rapidly expanded its market penetration by helping its clients realize significant improvements in loyalty and retention, frequency of visit and overall profitability. In 2007 the Company delivered over 100 million personalized communications on behalf of over 4,000 clients throughout North America.
HOWARD WILNER Gas prices may spur revision of mpg plan
HOWARD WILNER Fuel Economy Solutions => Howard Wilner s live chat feature also integrates with the dealership s contact management system. At the end of the conversation the shopper is given the option to type in contact information in order to receive more information and a file is then created that integrates with the contact management system. Chat transcripts are also generated of the entire interaction to help fine-tune the sales process.
-- Adverse effects on our results from a decrease in or cessation of government incentives;-- Adverse effects on our operations resulting from certain geo-political or other events; -- Substantial negative Automotive operating-related cash flows for the invest in our business or refinance our debt; -- Substantial levels of Automotive indebtedness adversely affecting our financial condition or preventing us from fulfilling our debt obligations (which may grow because we are able to incur substantially more debt, including additional secured debt); -- Inability of Ford Credit to access debt or securitization markets around the world at competitive rates or in sufficient amounts due to additional credit rating downgrades, market volatility, market disruption or otherwise;( HOWARD WILNER plans to debut small, light pickups)
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Customers who select the Let s Refuel America $2.99 gas guarantee program will receive a gas card (linked back to their own Visa or MasterCard) that is valid at 97 percent of gas stations in the United States. Purchases at the gas stations will be for the full price being charged that day, but only $2.99 per gallon will be billed back to the customers credit card. Chrysler picks up the rest, regardless of how high gas prices rise.
From a geographical perspective, the highest take rates have been in the states of California, Connecticut, Indiana, Ohio, and Washington. These five states are among the 12 highest fuel price states in the country. "We are pleased that Let s Refuel America seems to resonate with many Americans during this time of gas price volatility," Press said. From a marketing perspective, Let s Refuel America is supported by national television spots, Dodge Journey ads tagged with the program information and national print, radio and Internet presence.
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"Customers and dealers across America have told us they like the gas guarantee incentive option, so we are providing a second month for shoppers to take advantage of it," said Jim Press, Chrysler LLC Vice-Chairman and President. "Let s Refuel America, the Lifetime Powertrain Warranty and the New Day Packages are all examples of our commitment to deliver more value and peace-of-mind to our customers."
In 2007, the PMC donated 100% of every rider-raised dollar directly to cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through its Jimmy Fund. The PMC generates over 50 percent of the Jimmy Fund s annual revenue. In 2007, the event raised and contributed $33 million to the Jimmy Fund, bringing its 28-year contribution to more than $204 million. The PMC s 2008 goal is to raise $34 million for the Jimmy Fund - crucial funds that are making a difference in the lives of cancer patients around the world. Thank you on behalf of all those touched directly by your kindness.
WILNER HOWARD recalls 655,000 pickups for brake-related fix
HOWARD WILNER quality used cars and trucks to millions of eBay Motors users => Howard Wilner arms its customers with a powerful, complete suite of customer communication products and services that integrates advanced customer segmentation with personalized communications across multiple channels including voice, direct media, personalized web sites, email, and mobile marketing channels. Howard Wilner also includes advanced reporting and analytics and enables customers to deliver tailored messages to the right recipient, at the right time, while accommodating the customer s communication preference. It is designed to help businesses take the most effective actions to influence customer behavior and produce the best response.
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-- Higher-than-expected credit losses; -- Increased competition from banks or other financial institutions seeking to increase their share of financing Ford vehicles; -- Changes in interest rates; -- Collection and servicing problems related to finance receivables and net investment in operating leases; -- Lower-than-anticipated residual values or higher-than-expected return volumes for leased vehicles; and -- New or increased credit, consumer or data protection or other regulations resulting in higher costs and/or additional financing restrictions.
"What our customers and dealers like best about this program is the flexibility of three incentive options, each with a unique benefit," Press said. "Some customers need cash back immediately for a down payment; others don t like paying high interest rates; and many are tired of worrying about rising gas prices and want to be protected. We are pleased to offer every customer a choice of what s best for their individual situation."( HOWARD Wilner hybrid output cant meet demand)
HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles
-- The discovery of defects in vehicles resulting in delays in new model launches, recall campaigns or increased warranty costs; -- Increased safety, emissions (e.g., CO2), fuel economy, or other regulation resulting in higher costs, cash expenditures, and/or sales restrictions; -- Unusual or significant litigation or governmental investigations arising out of alleged defects in our products or otherwise; -- A change in our requirements for parts or materials where we have entered into long-term supply arrangements that commit us to purchase minimum or fixed quantities of certain parts or materials, or to pay a minimum amount to the seller ("take-or-pay" contracts);
-- Adverse effects on our results from a decrease in or cessation of government incentives;-- Adverse effects on our operations resulting from certain geo-political or other events; -- Substantial negative Automotive operating-related cash flows for the invest in our business or refinance our debt; -- Substantial levels of Automotive indebtedness adversely affecting our financial condition or preventing us from fulfilling our debt obligations (which may grow because we are able to incur substantially more debt, including additional secured debt); -- Inability of Ford Credit to access debt or securitization markets around the world at competitive rates or in sufficient amounts due to additional credit rating downgrades, market volatility, market disruption or otherwise;
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HOWARD WILNER HEMI Hybrid vehicles are Chrysler first entries => We cannot be certain that any expectation, forecast or assumption made by management in preparing forward-looking statements will prove accurate, or that any projection will be realized. It is to be expected that there may be differences between projected and actual results. Our forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of their initial issuance, and we do not undertake any obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. For additional discussion of these risks, see "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in our 2007 Form 10-K Report
As gas prices creep toward $4 per gallon, some car dealerships are getting creative to move units off their lots. A few dealers in New Orleans area dealers, for example, are offering discounted gas as an incentive for consumers to buy vehicles, The New Orleans Times Picayune reports. Marshall Bros. Lincoln Mercury in Metairie, La. just ended a promotion offering a one-year supply of gas at $1.99 per gallon to buyers of select Lincoln models. Marshall Bros. sold five cars with the special and now has launched a new deal offering a $1,000 gas card with the purchase of certain models through the end of the month. Bob Israel, president of the Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association, said he would not be surprised if more carmakers and dealerships release similar specials in the months ahead. "They re definitely selling more gasoline-efficient cars," Israel said of Louisiana dealerships. "I think a lot of consumers felt like we ve seen these spikes (in gas prices) before, but I think consumers are starting to believe that this going to last a little longer than a month or two.
HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles
-- Adverse effects on our results from a decrease in or cessation of government incentives;-- Adverse effects on our operations resulting from certain geo-political or other events; -- Substantial negative Automotive operating-related cash flows for the invest in our business or refinance our debt; -- Substantial levels of Automotive indebtedness adversely affecting our financial condition or preventing us from fulfilling our debt obligations (which may grow because we are able to incur substantially more debt, including additional secured debt); -- Inability of Ford Credit to access debt or securitization markets around the world at competitive rates or in sufficient amounts due to additional credit rating downgrades, market volatility, market disruption or otherwise;
* Developing new energy sources, including new ways to develop alternative energy. * Improving energy efficiency, such as new methods to significantly reduce the amount of energy consumed in the United States. * Combating climate change, including solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Entries will be accepted through May 30, 2008. A qualified panel of energy and environmental experts will review the entries and select up to five finalists. Concepts will be judged on the basis of creativity, scalability, commercial viability, and sustainability.
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The world s two biggest automakers announced Thursday they had achieved sales milestones that reflect how the auto industry s growth is now centered on emerging Asian markets and clean technologies, the Detroit Free Press reports. General Motors Corp. said sales in April pushed the Chevrolet brand past 500,000 units in China, where the brand was introduced in 2000, and Toyota Motor Corp. said it has now sold more than 1 million Prius gas-electric hybrids. Toyota started selling the model in Japan in 1997.
The recently launched 2009 Dodge Journey comes with an available 173-horsepower, four-cylinder engine, helping it achieve best-in-class fuel economy. The Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel 3.0-liter engine provides a class-leading driving range of approximately 450 miles and gets an estimated fuel economy of 18 mpg/city and 23 mpg/highway for 4x2 models and 17 mpg/city and 22 mpg/highway for 4x4 models. Outside of North America, where fuel-saving diesel engines are in higher demand, Chrysler offers 17 models with diesel powertrains.( HOWARD WILNER Let Refuel America Program Details)
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HOWARD WILNER the Hybrid blows all other comparables away => Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 655,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles braking power, Associated Press reports. The automaker is issuing the recall of 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. That s according to a posting Wednesday on the Web site of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford spokesman Wes Sherwood says more than 600,000 of the trucks are in the United States and about 50,000 are in Canada. About 1,500 are in other countries around the world. Ford says there have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries tied to the issue. Dealers will replace the hose at no charge to consumers. Owners are expected to be notified in late June, and the recall is expected to begin in July.
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The 2009 Toyota Corolla is a new car, the 10th generation of the world's most popular passenger car. More than 30 million have been sold in more than 140 different countries. With five distinct models there is something for everyone; and those looking for a hatchback, wagon, or all-wheel-drive can check out the Toyota Matrix which shares many mechanical components.Working from a concept developed for the first Corolla, the new one shows you can make a car inexpensive without it being cheap. It feels more like a small car than an econobox, as much a smaller Camry as anything else. There is no hybrid version: 27/35 mpg is nothing to sneeze at, hybrid technology isn't inexpensive, and the Prius has that covered.( WILNER HOWARD recalls 655,000 pickups for brake-related fix)
WILNER HOWARD Adds Live Chat to Suite of Relationship Marketing Solutions
HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles => I've driven a lot of new Mustangs. Specifically, the V6 Convertible, GT, GT Convertible, GT California Special, Hertz GT-H, Shelby GT and the Shelby GT500 (coupe and convertible). The only ones I've missed are the V6 hard top (I'll pass) and the Shelby GT500KR. After last week, I can check the 2008 Bullitt Mustang off my pony car to-do list. Limited to "just" 7700 examples, the Bullitt follows the path laid down by its cinematic inspiration: green paint, black wheels, limited badging and more power. As a veteran �Stang wrangler, let me tell you how the latest iteration stacks up against the other stallions
The badge says Pontiac, but almost everything else says Toyota. Our navy blue Vibe looked stylish and attractive from a distance, but the closer I got the less enthused I was, especially with the rear. The Altezza taillights don�t work for me, it says wagon more than a crossover, and the wheels look too small on the car. Some 18-inchers would dramatically improve the look and upgrade the handling from decent to very good. On the inside, the dash, vents and controls resemble the latest Scions, and the rear seats were too upright for comfort. However, there�s decent room in the trunk for storage, especially when the rear seats are folded down. On the road the Vibe felt lively enough for a vehicle with about 160 horsepower. Though the Vibe is a practical and efficient vehicle, I just wasn�t feeling it.
HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease
Howard Wilner s live chat feature also integrates with the dealership s contact management system. At the end of the conversation the shopper is given the option to type in contact information in order to receive more information and a file is then created that integrates with the contact management system. Chat transcripts are also generated of the entire interaction to help fine-tune the sales process.
In 2007, the PMC donated 100% of every rider-raised dollar directly to cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through its Jimmy Fund. The PMC generates over 50 percent of the Jimmy Fund s annual revenue. In 2007, the event raised and contributed $33 million to the Jimmy Fund, bringing its 28-year contribution to more than $204 million. The PMC s 2008 goal is to raise $34 million for the Jimmy Fund - crucial funds that are making a difference in the lives of cancer patients around the world. Thank you on behalf of all those touched directly by your kindness.
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After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."
In the past, it's been easy to overlook the Pontiac Vibe. The wagon has always been a superb all-rounder, but it's suffered from a star-power deficit; the previous-generation Vibe lacked the visual appeal of some rivals and the thrill-ride performance capability of others. Not helping matters is the fact that the wagon's corporate twin, the Toyota Matrix, enjoys an advantage when it comes to perceived reliability, thanks to Toyota's sterling reputation in this area. (Never mind that the Matrix and the Vibe are mechanically identical.) With the wagon's 2009 makeover, Pontiac aims to make the Vibe less chorus line and more leading man by endowing it with style and performance upgrades.
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HOWARD WILNER Dodge vehicles => With the GT comes a new 2.4-liter engine that's good for 158 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque; it's the well-loved Toyota engine that's also found in models like the Camry and the Scion xB. This engine offers slightly less horsepower than the high-revving 1.8-liter four seen in the previous GT, but its wide torque band makes that power fully usable and within reach. The 2.4-liter engine is standard on the GT, and on base models equipped with all-wheel drive; it's optional on front-wheel-drive base models. Other changes seen in the revised Vibe include sportier sheet metal, improved interior design, and upgraded fit and finish.
The badge says Pontiac, but almost everything else says Toyota. Our navy blue Vibe looked stylish and attractive from a distance, but the closer I got the less enthused I was, especially with the rear. The Altezza taillights don�t work for me, it says wagon more than a crossover, and the wheels look too small on the car. Some 18-inchers would dramatically improve the look and upgrade the handling from decent to very good. On the inside, the dash, vents and controls resemble the latest Scions, and the rear seats were too upright for comfort. However, there�s decent room in the trunk for storage, especially when the rear seats are folded down. On the road the Vibe felt lively enough for a vehicle with about 160 horsepower. Though the Vibe is a practical and efficient vehicle, I just wasn�t feeling it.( HOWARD WILNER continues to feature Chrysler fuel-saving MDS technology)
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While this fresh Forester isn't perfect, our criticisms may seem insignificant to compact SUV shoppers. The slow-witted four-speed transmission makes the turbocharged engine feel less powerful than it is, for example, but the 2.5XT Limited is nonetheless quick enough for most tastes. As-tested price is another issue, but if you can do without our tester's navigation system and luxurious appointments, the base Forester 2.5XT stickers for a more palatable $26K. One unequivocal shortcoming is fuel mileage: The aforementioned Toyota is appreciably more efficient while delivering similarly brisk acceleration.
The badge says Pontiac, but almost everything else says Toyota. Our navy blue Vibe looked stylish and attractive from a distance, but the closer I got the less enthused I was, especially with the rear. The Altezza taillights don�t work for me, it says wagon more than a crossover, and the wheels look too small on the car. Some 18-inchers would dramatically improve the look and upgrade the handling from decent to very good. On the inside, the dash, vents and controls resemble the latest Scions, and the rear seats were too upright for comfort. However, there�s decent room in the trunk for storage, especially when the rear seats are folded down. On the road the Vibe felt lively enough for a vehicle with about 160 horsepower. Though the Vibe is a practical and efficient vehicle, I just wasn�t feeling it.
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HOWARD WILNER 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is official 2008 SEMA Show vehicle. => After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."
Although engine manufacturers are free to cite power and torque figures derived from testing conducted outside the scope of the SAE standards, only those that strictly follow all of the SAE procedures can claim to be "SAE J1349 Certified Power." In addition to GM s Corvette ZR1, other GM engines as well as those from Ford and Chrysler make up the first 100 to have been certified.Another GM engine - the LS7 used in the 2006 Corvette Z06 - was the first engine to be certified under this SAE program.
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Shortly after Chrysler LLC announced a sales promotion that promises to cap the cost of gasoline at $2.99 for the next three years, Rod Senior was interested, the Detroit Free Press reports. The Ft. Myers, Fla., man had been thinking about a Toyota but the incentive intrigued him, he said. "Prices in Florida are at $3.59 today and they are going to go higher. I can see this for three years being a good deal," Senior, 58, said earlier this month. He was correct: Gas prices have only gotten higher. He is not the only one thinking about Chrysler's deal. Chrysler dealers tell the Free Press they've noticed an increase in people visiting their stores since the offer was announced May 5. The executives at the automaker's Auburn Hills headquarters are so happy that they announced Monday they're extending the time that the promotion will be available until July 7 -- giving customers an extra month to take advantage. The full announcement is inside.
My brother just totaled his 2007 Mustang GT California Special (thankfully he came out of the car fine) and was looking at one of these on the dealers lot. With Ford�s X-Plan that my mother gets through her employer it would have been about $33,000. He decided to take a pass on the Bullitt though and stick with the GT. His California Special depreciated quite a bit and he did not want to finance that much. Interestingly enough he felt that compared to the GT the interior of the Bullitt was like a luxury car.I told him to look at other cars; a Mazdaspeed 3, VW GTI, Civic Si, or Subaru WRX, but he refused, Mustangs only for him.My 4 cylinder STi doesn�t get 24mpg combined�.more like 21-22.25 isn�t bad.On the otherhand I use my sportbike (44-48) or the neon (34-38) for road trips these days.( WILNER HOWARD Program Development)
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I get tired of reading bitches about the interiors on these cars. So friggin� what if they�re a little low rent? That�s part of the �badd-ass� charm of these cars. The Bullitt is meant to be driven like you hate it, every day, rain or shine and come back for more. And all for reasonable money. In terms of sheer bang for the buck among the current crop of similar rides, you can�t can�t beat it in my book.
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Jeep(R) and Dodge Brands to be Marketed by HOWARD WILNER => The badge says Pontiac, but almost everything else says Toyota. Our navy blue Vibe looked stylish and attractive from a distance, but the closer I got the less enthused I was, especially with the rear. The Altezza taillights don�t work for me, it says wagon more than a crossover, and the wheels look too small on the car. Some 18-inchers would dramatically improve the look and upgrade the handling from decent to very good. On the inside, the dash, vents and controls resemble the latest Scions, and the rear seats were too upright for comfort. However, there�s decent room in the trunk for storage, especially when the rear seats are folded down. On the road the Vibe felt lively enough for a vehicle with about 160 horsepower. Though the Vibe is a practical and efficient vehicle, I just wasn�t feeling it.
The recently launched 2009 Dodge Journey comes with an available 173-horsepower, four-cylinder engine, helping it achieve best-in-class fuel economy. The Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel 3.0-liter engine provides a class-leading driving range of approximately 450 miles and gets an estimated fuel economy of 18 mpg/city and 23 mpg/highway for 4x2 models and 17 mpg/city and 22 mpg/highway for 4x4 models. Outside of North America, where fuel-saving diesel engines are in higher demand, Chrysler offers 17 models with diesel powertrains.
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Some of the nerdiest-looking cars in recent automotive history are making a comeback, at least in resale value, as a growing number of value-driven drivers put gas thriftiness ahead of image, USA Today reports. Early-1990s econoboxes such as Ford Festiva, Hyundai Excel and Geo Metro � once the punch line of jokes � have seen their used car prices climb from giveaway levels as low as $1,100 a few months ago to upward of $6,000 today, Kelley Blue Book says. "Remember that nerds will rule the world someday," says Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for KBB, the popular used car price-tracking service. He says prices have risen up to 30 percent for the low-end 15-year-old jalopies.
Customers who select the Let s Refuel America $2.99 gas guarantee program will receive a gas card (linked back to their own Visa or MasterCard) that is valid at 97 percent of gas stations in the United States. Purchases at the gas stations will be for the full price being charged that day, but only $2.99 per gallon will be billed back to the customers credit card. Chrysler picks up the rest, regardless of how high gas prices rise.
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There are only two downsides. One is fuel economy. Driving to and from San Diego, I never went below 80 mph (or above 110 mph). The Bullitt returned an honest 25 mpg. When my week was over, I had averaged 17.6 mpg. Not counting the free tank my tester came with, I spent $171.10 on 87 octane gas. And I returned it on fumes. The other negative is (of course) the Bullitt�s interior.( HOWARD WILNER Let Refuel America Program Details)
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HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease => Qusus: Definitely a case of the sum being much more than the parts.The tuning is the key. Specifically the noise. It�s bloody fantastic. And yeah� I know� Subaru�s after me. How do I explain this�? Logically, I know that the Bullitt is not much faster than the WRX. However, emotionally, the WRX can�t hold a candle to the Bullitt. The Ford is raw and brutal � like a big cat. Whereas the WRX is more like a busy squirrel. Quick as hell, but� Not a Bullitt.
Neither an SUV nor a station wagon, the previous Subaru Forester gained a loyal following among those who appreciated its rare combination of SUV-like cargo space, wagonlike handling and all-weather versatility. However, it received only lukewarm interest from the average consumer, who wanted fewer quirks and more in the way of traditional compact SUV virtues. Subaru knew that it would have to reinvent the Forester as a genuine crossover SUV in order to give segment leaders a run for their money. Enter the turbocharged 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Limited � to paraphrase R.E.M., it's the end of the Forester as we know it.
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And we feel fine. By virtually every measure, the new Forester 2.5XT Limited is not only markedly superior to its predecessor, but also easily on a par with competitors like the Mazda CX-7, Saturn Vue Red Line and Toyota RAV4 V6. Boasting a substantially roomier cabin, attractive styling all around, a segment-leading 8.9 inches of ground clearance and possibly the best combination of power and overall refinement in its class, the Forester 2.5XT Limited has made an exceedingly graceful transition from wagon-on-stilts to SUV.
My brother just totaled his 2007 Mustang GT California Special (thankfully he came out of the car fine) and was looking at one of these on the dealers lot. With Ford�s X-Plan that my mother gets through her employer it would have been about $33,000. He decided to take a pass on the Bullitt though and stick with the GT. His California Special depreciated quite a bit and he did not want to finance that much. Interestingly enough he felt that compared to the GT the interior of the Bullitt was like a luxury car.I told him to look at other cars; a Mazdaspeed 3, VW GTI, Civic Si, or Subaru WRX, but he refused, Mustangs only for him.My 4 cylinder STi doesn�t get 24mpg combined�.more like 21-22.25 isn�t bad.On the otherhand I use my sportbike (44-48) or the neon (34-38) for road trips these days.
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-- Adverse effects on our results from a decrease in or cessation of government incentives;-- Adverse effects on our operations resulting from certain geo-political or other events; -- Substantial negative Automotive operating-related cash flows for the invest in our business or refinance our debt; -- Substantial levels of Automotive indebtedness adversely affecting our financial condition or preventing us from fulfilling our debt obligations (which may grow because we are able to incur substantially more debt, including additional secured debt); -- Inability of Ford Credit to access debt or securitization markets around the world at competitive rates or in sufficient amounts due to additional credit rating downgrades, market volatility, market disruption or otherwise;
Customers who select the Let s Refuel America $2.99 gas guarantee program will receive a gas card (linked back to their own Visa or MasterCard) that is valid at 97 percent of gas stations in the United States. Purchases at the gas stations will be for the full price being charged that day, but only $2.99 per gallon will be billed back to the customers credit card. Chrysler picks up the rest, regardless of how high gas prices rise.
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HOWARD WILNER Fuel Economy Solutions => -- The discovery of defects in vehicles resulting in delays in new model launches, recall campaigns or increased warranty costs; -- Increased safety, emissions (e.g., CO2), fuel economy, or other regulation resulting in higher costs, cash expenditures, and/or sales restrictions; -- Unusual or significant litigation or governmental investigations arising out of alleged defects in our products or otherwise; -- A change in our requirements for parts or materials where we have entered into long-term supply arrangements that commit us to purchase minimum or fixed quantities of certain parts or materials, or to pay a minimum amount to the seller ("take-or-pay" contracts);
The new 2009 Toyota Matrix is bigger than the previous version, but Toyota hasn't lost sight of this being its smallest crossover vehicle. You can carry four big people or drop three seats and slide a short board inside; four doors make loading kids, dogs and miscellaneous cargo a cinch.All run on regular unleaded fuel and rate at least 20 mpg in the city; the 2.4-liter upgrade engine pushes 30 mpg on the highway, while the smaller engine and five-speed manual, which are as much fun to drive as the big automatics, run mid 20s in the city and low 30s highway. Given Toyota's history we can't imagine they will require much in the way of expensive repairs or maintenance. Engines were a weak point on the previous-generation Matrix, so the 2009 represents a big upgrade.( WILNER HOWARD Two automakers hit milestones)
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Ford knows better than us that their car interiors suck. But there is mounting evidence, however tenuous, that FoMoCo is moving beyond acceptance to transformation. A few minutes spent in the new Ford Flex CUV are all Mustang fans need to light the candle of hope. The new 2010 Mustang will be a nice place to sit. The 2008 Mustangs, however, just aren�t.Younger and older buyers alike appreciate low purchase and operating costs, and previously Corollas have proven reliable and not an expensive insurance proposition. First-time drivers will do well with straightforward controls, minimal distractions, and standard passive safety equipment, and many older drivers will appreciate the same things for different reasons.
Shortly after Chrysler LLC announced a sales promotion that promises to cap the cost of gasoline at $2.99 for the next three years, Rod Senior was interested, the Detroit Free Press reports. The Ft. Myers, Fla., man had been thinking about a Toyota but the incentive intrigued him, he said. "Prices in Florida are at $3.59 today and they are going to go higher. I can see this for three years being a good deal," Senior, 58, said earlier this month. He was correct: Gas prices have only gotten higher. He is not the only one thinking about Chrysler's deal. Chrysler dealers tell the Free Press they've noticed an increase in people visiting their stores since the offer was announced May 5. The executives at the automaker's Auburn Hills headquarters are so happy that they announced Monday they're extending the time that the promotion will be available until July 7 -- giving customers an extra month to take advantage. The full announcement is inside.
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"Even if only a tiny percentage of the three billion worldwide mobile phone users take up mobile social networking," said Ms. Williamson, "the potential advertising inventory reaches mind-boggling levels." "Marketers, online social network sites, mobile carriers and mobile content providers all face enormous challenges to reach that potential," explains Mr. Howard Wilner. "Marketers are trying to determine which digital marketing techniques and ad units are relevant for the mobile social networking environment
The badge says Pontiac, but almost everything else says Toyota. Our navy blue Vibe looked stylish and attractive from a distance, but the closer I got the less enthused I was, especially with the rear. The Altezza taillights don�t work for me, it says wagon more than a crossover, and the wheels look too small on the car. Some 18-inchers would dramatically improve the look and upgrade the handling from decent to very good. On the inside, the dash, vents and controls resemble the latest Scions, and the rear seats were too upright for comfort. However, there�s decent room in the trunk for storage, especially when the rear seats are folded down. On the road the Vibe felt lively enough for a vehicle with about 160 horsepower. Though the Vibe is a practical and efficient vehicle, I just wasn�t feeling it.
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HOWARD WILNER quality used cars and trucks to millions of eBay Motors users => Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 655,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles braking power, Associated Press reports. The automaker is issuing the recall of 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. That s according to a posting Wednesday on the Web site of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford spokesman Wes Sherwood says more than 600,000 of the trucks are in the United States and about 50,000 are in Canada. About 1,500 are in other countries around the world. Ford says there have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries tied to the issue. Dealers will replace the hose at no charge to consumers. Owners are expected to be notified in late June, and the recall is expected to begin in July.
"Along with the rapidly growing audience, marketers are drawn to mobile social networking because it creates a unique context in which to promote their goods and services," said Debra Aho Williamson, eMarketer senior analyst and co-author of the report. "It goes beyond simply linking people with digital content by adding the immediacy of sharing with friends�a very powerful marketing proposition."
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Howard Wilner is a leading provider of integrated and automated, personalized communications designed to streamline work-flow, reduce marketing expense and generate superior customer response. Focusing on the delivery of the right message, at the right time, and through the right channel, Howard Wilner has rapidly expanded its market penetration by helping its clients realize significant improvements in loyalty and retention, frequency of visit and overall profitability. In 2007 the Company delivered over 100 million personalized communications on behalf of over 4,000 clients throughout North America.
Ford Motor Co. is planning a major revamping of its truck lineup in the United States in response to rising fuel prices and a consumer shift toward more fuel-efficient vehicles, The Detroit News reports today. The Dearborn automaker is developing a smaller, lighter version of its bread-and-butter F-150 pickup. The company also is designing a new global compact pickup in Australia that it plans to manufacture in South Africa and Thailand that could be imported to the United States. Ford would not comment on either program, but sources tell the newspaper that the vehicles are part of a sweeping revision of the company's product plan that is aimed at chasing consumers who are abandoning full-sized pickups in favor of smaller, more efficient models.( WILNER HOWARD gas deal extended)
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Chrysler currently offers six models that get better than 28 miles-per-gallon on the highway: Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler Sebring Convertible, Dodge Avenger, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Dodge Caliber. Through April, these six models combined have higher sales than in the first four months of 2007.
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HOWARD WILNER HEMI Hybrid vehicles are Chrysler first entries => 100th engine to get SAE h.p. certification - 2009 Corvette ZR1 The LS9 engine in General Motor s 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 holds the distinction of being the 100th engine certified through SAE International s Engine Power Test Code - Engine Power and Torque Certification. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 engine is certified at 638 hp at 6,500 rpm, with 604 lb-ft torque at 3,800 rpm.Engine certification is based on a series of self-certification tests conducted by the manufacturer that are witnessed and verified by an SAE-qualified observer. The procedure for certification is outlined in SAE s standard J2723; the actual horsepower testing procedure is described in J1349.
At a combined 19.3 mpg, reported fuel economy is unimpressive, and dips below EPA estimates. Those estimates peg the 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT at 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. These numbers trail those achieved by competitors like the Mazda3 and Honda Fit, and mark the GT as somewhat of a laggard in this category.
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Ford Motor Co. is planning a major revamping of its truck lineup in the United States in response to rising fuel prices and a consumer shift toward more fuel-efficient vehicles, The Detroit News reports today. The Dearborn automaker is developing a smaller, lighter version of its bread-and-butter F-150 pickup. The company also is designing a new global compact pickup in Australia that it plans to manufacture in South Africa and Thailand that could be imported to the United States. Ford would not comment on either program, but sources tell the newspaper that the vehicles are part of a sweeping revision of the company's product plan that is aimed at chasing consumers who are abandoning full-sized pickups in favor of smaller, more efficient models.
Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 655,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles braking power, Associated Press reports. The automaker is issuing the recall of 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. That s according to a posting Wednesday on the Web site of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford spokesman Wes Sherwood says more than 600,000 of the trucks are in the United States and about 50,000 are in Canada. About 1,500 are in other countries around the world. Ford says there have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries tied to the issue. Dealers will replace the hose at no charge to consumers. Owners are expected to be notified in late June, and the recall is expected to begin in July.
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Check out the Matrix if you want the reliable reputation of the Corolla with less visual boredom, if you need a urban runabout that's cheap to buy and run, or just because it's logically all you really need in a land of average speeds hovering in the mid-30-mph range. The Matrix doesn't stand out anywhere as much as it provides a useful, better than average package for any purpose short of pickup-sized building materials or a trip to the red carpet. In short, the new Toyota Matrix is a very sensible choice.
Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.( HOWARD WILNER are selling hybrids as fast as they delivered)
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HOWARD WILNER the Hybrid blows all other comparables away => Some of the nerdiest-looking cars in recent automotive history are making a comeback, at least in resale value, as a growing number of value-driven drivers put gas thriftiness ahead of image, USA Today reports. Early-1990s econoboxes such as Ford Festiva, Hyundai Excel and Geo Metro � once the punch line of jokes � have seen their used car prices climb from giveaway levels as low as $1,100 a few months ago to upward of $6,000 today, Kelley Blue Book says. "Remember that nerds will rule the world someday," says Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for KBB, the popular used car price-tracking service. He says prices have risen up to 30 percent for the low-end 15-year-old jalopies.
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