CARY, N.C. — Bringing in thousands of readers to AutoRemarketing.com this past week were details about the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study. An analysis by AAA about what vehicles are best for commuters also drew strong interest. The top five stories from AutoRemarketing.com this week are: 1. Which Auto Brands Are Most […] [Read More]

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Toyota's generous incentives appear to be giving the automaker a significant sales performance boost, according to Edmunds.com. Site analysts believe Toyota's March sales figures should climb a whopping 82 percent as compared to February. The automaker's incentives include zero-percent APR financing for up to 60 months for qualified buyers on 2010 Avalon, […] [Read More]

ERLANGER, Ky. — Toyota on Thursday continued to bolster its quality-control initiatives by announcing the formation of a North American Quality Task Force. This group is meant to guide the implementation of regional improvements and work closely with the Special Committee for Global Quality led by Toyota president Akio Toyoda. This new task force will be […] [Read More]

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — J.D. Power and Associates believes the ongoing metamorphosis of the auto industry into a completely global venture could produce more situations like the combined effort of Chrysler and Fiat. A firm expert who concentrates on analysis from a global perspective sees more joint ventures and collaboration in order for automakers to thrive […] [Read More]

CENTREVILLE, Va. — Toyota's latest recall tends to stand out in recent memory; however, the automaker is far from alone. It is very common for automakers to issue recalls, just perhaps not on such a large scale as Toyota. In light of this, and the fact that the National Auto Auction Association is no longer recommending […] [Read More]

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — March sales have been an unexpected surprise for the auto industry, according to Matt Traylen, chief economist and client partner with ALG. In addition to retail sales climbing, leasing levels are expected to come in above last year's March level as well, he noted. "March sales have been an unexpected boost to […] [Read More]

DEARBORN, Mich. — On Wednesday, Ford commemorated another milestone for its SYNC voice-controlled communications and infotainment system, while also sharing the resale benefits the platform offers. Ford said that the SYNC system was recently set up in the 2 millionth vehicle. Just 10 months ago, Ford celebrated SYNC reaching the 1 million unit milestone.  About 10 […] [Read More]

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — March auto sales will likely be lifted by the significant lease and low-interest finance offers that automakers have rolled out in droves, according to Edmunds.com. In fact, March is projected to have heavier incentive spending that either of the first two months of the year, officials noted. "Many of the major automakers […] [Read More]

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — In an effort to help dealers cultivate an image separate from the Dodge Brand, Ram Truck is launching its new marketing and advertising campaign on a variety of platforms. The goal is to capture more market share for its 2010 Ram Heavy Duty. Brand executives believe this strategy can connect the Ram […] [Read More]

LAKE FOREST, Calif. — National Creditors Connection, a field contact, loss mitigation, on-site inspection and debt recovery services company, recently hired two new account managers. Coming on board are Dan Lozier of Arizona and Shawn Bondy of North Carolina. NCCI officials explained that both Lozier and Bondy will be tasked with developing new business from mortgage […] [Read More]