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December 16, 2011
Toyota Ends Go-It Alone Strategy with BMW, Tesla Alliances: Cars
AutoPacific's Ed Kim weighs in on Toyota's recent decision to work with BMW and Tesla Motors for the purchase of some core vehicle technologies.
December 12, 2011
It's the end of the road for the Ford Ranger
AutoPacific's Dave Sullivan discussed the end of the Ford Ranger and the "sweet spot" it leaves in the market for those who want a domestic smaller pickup. AutoPacific data shows 19% of current Ranger owners would buy another compact pickup next time.
December 7, 2011
The Ugliest Cars of 2012
AutoPacific's President George Peterson weighs in on the ugliest cars of 2012. Find out what vehicle has "misproportioned styling at every angle," according to George. Get the full list of vehicles and read George's commentary here.
November 23, 2011
How New Car Models End Up Unmasked
In this article about the spies the lurk behind the automotive scene, Dave Sullivan's endless hours investigating the auto industry to create the entries in AutoPacific's Competitive Battleground, is discussed as "reminiscent of legendary car spy Georg Kacher."
November 8, 2011
Ford doubles down on flagging Flex
AutoPacific's Dave Sullivan weighs in on the future of the Ford Flex and its styling updates. "It looks bolder, more urban and hip." Read more here.
September 15, 2011
Chevy Volt vs. Nissan Leaf: Who's Winning?
AutoPacific's George Peterson comments on the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Volt buyer based on AutoPacific's syndicated Research Suite database. The Research Suite contains responses from over 72,000 buyers of new cars and trucks in the United States.
September 1, 2011
Irene Impedes Auto Sales
Ed Kim, AutoPacific Director of Auto Industry Analysis, on auto sales data and how Hurricane Irene impacted the industry.
August 12, 2011
Analysts lower forecasts for U.S. light vehicle sales in 2011, 2012
AutoPacific's Ed Kim shares his insights into the light vehicle sales projections for the remainder of 2011 and beyond. AutoPacific, coming off of a 98.4% accurate 2010 (Q1 forecast to end of year actuals), recently revised our 2011 sales forecast to 12.6 million units, up from 12.45 at the beginning of the year. Other analysts have reduced their forecasts.
August 10, 2011
Many Buyers Spurn Small Cars Despite High Gas Prices
Findings from AutoPacific's latest Fuel Price Impact Survey are highlighted in this USA Today article. Old habits die hard when it comes to choosing a new car. A new survey from consultants AutoPacific finds buyers aren't changing their automotive preferences even in the face of higher gas prices than last summer.
July 29, 2011
Obama Announces New Fuel Economy Standards
AutoPacific's Dave Sullivan speaks with "The New American" about the future of smaller automakers after the unveiling of a new round of fuel economy standards for cars and trucks.
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