http://www.autopacific.com/index/news-app News from www.autopacific.com en 2012-02-04T14:06:32-08:00 hourly 1 1970-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://www.autopacific.com/index/news-app/story.97/title.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. AutoPacific in the News 2011-12-16 http://www.autopacific.com/index/news-app/story.96/title.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. AutoPacific in the News 2011-12-12 http://www.autopacific.com/index/news-app/story.94/title.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. AutoPacific in the News 2011-12-07 http://www.autopacific.com/index/news-app/story.95/title.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." AutoPacific in the News 2011-11-23 http://www.autopacific.com/index/news-app/story.93/title.goodyear-auto-service-centers-most-satisfying-tire-retailer-in-autopacific-replacement-tire-study In its first Replacement Tire Brand Dynamics and Satisfaction Study AutoPacific surveyed over 15,000 vehicle owners who bought replacement tires over the past twelve months to determine what is important when choosing a replacement tire and which tire retailers provide the most satisfying experience. The top satisfying Tire Retailer nationally is Goodyear Auto Service Center, closely followed by Firestone Complete Auto Care, Les Schwab Tire Centers and Sam's Club. Press Releases 2011-11-15