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Daily Archives: January 8, 2009
Expect auto decline to continue: Scotiabank
Global auto sales slumped nearly 30 per cent year-over-year in 2008 and are expected to continue that way until mid-2009, according to a new report by Scotia Economics.
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Car buyers postpone new vehicle purchases
A recent survey by Consumer Reports has found that 48 per cent of those surveyed said that they planned to wait longer before their next vehicle purchase. Continue reading
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Toyota tops in perception: Consumer Reports
A new survey by Consumer Reports has found that consumers rank Toyota tops overall for brand perception, followed in order by Honda, Ford, Cadillac, and Mercedes-Benz. Continue reading
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Canada will invest in green transportation
The federal government has announced that it will invest almost $3 million in projects across the country that support environmentally friendly transportation. Transport Minister John Baird said that 14 municipalities will receive funding under the ecoMOBILITY program.
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New Mazda3 reduces precious metal use
Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the world’s first market application of a new emissions system that significantly reduces the amount of precious metals used. It will debut on the all-new Mazda3 this year.
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ICBC warns of fraudulent insurance calls
The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) is warning the public about telephone calls regarding fraudulent insurance warnings, which began in late December 2008. The calls, both live and automated, warn consumers that their vehicle insurance has expired, and it must be renewed immediately by a credit card payment over the phone.
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Roads are still dangerous as snow melts: ICBC
The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) is reminding BC drivers that just because snow is melting, it does not necessarily mean that the roads are safer. Continue reading
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Plug-in parade to send new President a message
Nonprofit organization Plug In America (PIA) has announced it plans a parade of 55 plug-in electric vehicles in Santa Monica, California on January 17 to send a message to Washington that the country wants this type of vehicle.
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Audi tops 1 million vehicles per year
Audi AG sold more than one million cars worldwide in 2008, the first time in its history that it has done so. Continue reading
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GM to unveil all-new Buick Allure in Detroit
General Motors will debut the all-new 2010 Buick Allure at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this month. The model will be sold in the U.S. as the LaCrosse.
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Index for Jan 8, 2009
New today on Autos: Used Vehicle Review: Subaru Impreza, 2002-2007Inside Story: 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Clean Diesel HighlineWhat’s New: 2009 Honda Odyssey
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Used Vehicle Review: Subaru Impreza, 2002-2007
They’re pricier than other compacts, but 2002-2007 Subaru Impreza models offer more, says Contributing Editor Chris Chase, such as all-wheel drive and good reliability. But be wary of hard-driven performance models and certain leaky head gaskets. Continue reading
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Inside Story: 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Clean Diesel Highline
The Jetta’s sensible instrument panel layout means there is little to report in the way of cockpit improvements, says contributor Michael Clark. However, in Winnipeg’s -30 temperatures, the TDI’s heater takes a while to warm up the cabin, he notes. Continue reading
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