Ford Plans to Increase Media Presence
September 30, 2009 - In a move to bolster its existing vehicle line-up and prepare the public for the 2011 Fiesta, Ford will increase its advertising presence.

Fisker Receives Government Loan in Excess of $500 Million
September 29, 2009 - Fisker Automotive will use more than $500 million in Department of Energy funds to develop two plug-in electric hybrids.

Ford Debuts Major New 2011 Super Duty Truck
September 27, 2009 - At a time when fuel efficient cars are dominating the national consciousness, Ford has unveiled the robust, full-throttle 2011 Super Duty truck.

September Auto Sales Lowest of the Year J.D. Powers Says
September 25, 2009 - September 2009 auto sales are projected to be lowest of the year, J. D. Powers says.

Chrysler Group Plans Refits of Five Models by mid 2011
September 24, 2009 - Chrysler Group announces the planned refit of five of their vehicles by mid-2011.

Quiet Electric Cars Emits Futuristic Sound Effects to Alert Pedestrians
September 22, 2009 - Nissan is developing a futuristic sound effect which will alert unaware pedestrians of the approach of their quiet electric car, the Leaf EV.

2010 Toyota Prius Sales Slowed by Shortage NiMH Hybrid Battery Supply
September 18, 2009 - As Toyota plans to increase production of its Prius hybrid by opening a new plant in Tupelo, Mississippi, battery production is not keeping pace with demand.

Chevy Volt EV MPG 48 not 230 New EPA Fuel Efficiency Rating Methods
September 17, 2009 - The EPA wants to level the playing field by unscientifically altering its fuel efficiency test methods to artificially lower Chevy Volt's mpg rating to 48 from 230.

Increased Hybrid Car Sales in August by 9 Percent to 35,429 Vehicles
September 16, 2009 - The Cash for Clunkers program compelled thousands to buy a hybrid car in August; nearly 50 percent more than last year.

GEICO Insurance Donates $185,000 to Children's National Medical Center
September 15, 2009 - Breaking their former charitable contributions record, GEICO Insurance associates joined with GEICO Philanthropic to donate $185,000 to the Children's National Medical Center.

Find Lower Car Insurance Rates When School Starts This Fall
September 14, 2009 - Before the start of the 2009 fall semester car insurance rates will be lower than almost any other time of the year due to insurer's competition for new policies from students.

1994 Honda Accord Still Most Popular Stolen Car: Report Claims
September 13, 2009 - The 1994 Honda Accord remains at the top of the list of most popular stolen vehicles, according to a report by the National Insurance Crime Bureau.

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Station Development Urged by Major Carmakers
September 10, 2009 - In preparation for the introduction of fuel cell vehicles onto roads in Europe, Japan, and the U.S., major carmakers are pressing energy and oil companies to proceed with development of hydrogen fuel cell station networks.

Toyota Unveils On-Board Breathalyzer Test Device on Commercial Vehicles
September 09, 2009 - Toyota Motor Corp. is testing an on-board breathalyzer test device in commercial vehicles to assist fleet owners in better monitoring their drivers.

Samoan Drivers Switch Side of the Road They Drive on
September 08, 2009 - As the past two days pass without incident, the Samoan government is declaring a success to its switching to left-hand driving from right-hand driving.

Auto Insurance Repair Shop Preferred Practice Pressures Policy Holders
September 03, 2009 - Direct Repair Programs - A federal probe has been requested to investigate the practice of persuading policy holders to use auto repair shops which are preferred by insurers.