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Nissan Offers Minor Updates for 2011 Titan
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The lack of change and options compared with some rivals, especially Ford, Ram and GM, is likely to further hurt sales, which have tailed off considerably in the last few years.
Nissan Frontier Receives Few Updates for 2011 Amid Dwindling Competition
Like bigger brother Titan, trim levels have been changed to S, SV and SL from XE, SE and LE, while the PRO-4X off-road specialty truck carries on, essentially unaltered.
Rare Trans Am Mustang Up for Grabs at Russo and Steele in Monterey
It’s also significant in being the only 1969 Trans Am Mustang to be raced both by Bud Moore and Team Shelby.
Man Run Over by Own Truck; Dog in the Driver’s Seat
According to a police report filed by the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office, Bishop was able to get up, jump into the F-150 and stop it before it hit the fence next to his mobile home.
Kia Donates Borrego SUVs for Firefighter Training
These vehicles will be used in a variety of scenarios that simulate real fire and emergency situations, plus as late-model vehicles they allow both students and instructors to learn about the latest in modern technology.
RM Pulls in $6.9 Million at San Diego Auction With 100% Sell Through
It was interesting to note that out of the top highest selling cars, no fewer than five were Corvettes and two were Mustangs, both Boss 429s.
GM Suspends Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra Heavy Duty Production Over Defective Part
Those pickups that had already been shipped to dealers before the problem was identified will be recalled and the suspect part replaced before final delivery to customers.
Rare LeMans Ferrari to Headline at Mecum Monterey
It will be interesting to see how 25o GT Tour de France (chassis# 1321) will fare, especially given that high profile vintage Ferraris (especially those with significant racing pedigree) tend to go for serious money at the Monterey auctions.
GM Withdraws European Loan Applications, Opts to Fund Opel/Vauxhall Programs Itself
However with the German government seeking to enter new negotiations, GM has pulled the plug on external fundling.
Over 400 Corvettes to be Sold at Bloomington Gold Mecum Auction
Given the high standard of cars that attend the show, those Corvettes for sale promise to included some top quality restored, original and highly desirable examples.
Rare Ferrari Testa Rossa up for Grabs at RM’s Monterey Auction
The car, 0738TR, was built in 1958 and delivered brand new, to Brazilian Jean-Louis Lacerda Soares. During the course of its history the car has been extensively raced.
Ford Adds Alternative Fuel Option to Super Duty
At the annual Ford Fleet Product and Business Conference on June 7, the company presented the details of its new fuel conversion option, which will be available on F-450 and F-550 truck powered by the 6.8-liter V10 engine.
Barrett-Jackson Announces iPhone App
One of the neat features about B-J’s app for the iPhone and iPod, is that it presents users with real time updates, with a regularly updated list of vehicle lot numbers, so they can see which vehicle will cross the block next.
GM Reconsidering 4.5-Liter Duramax Diesel for Light-Duty Trucks
According to Mark Cieslak, Chief Engineer for GM’s full-size truck program, making the engine an option in H-D trucks as well as the 1500 personal use models would give it a stronger business case.
California Cab Company Buys Alternative Fuel Ford Transits
Because of the Transit Connect”s interior configuration and packaging, a natural gas tank can be installed, while still leaving ample room for passengers and luggage, yet emissions can be reduced by as much as 40 percent.
Fords Boosts Restoration Parts Inventory for Older Models
Among the most exciting for enthusiasts are once hard to find trim and interior components, along with complete reproduction body shells for 1967, ’68, ’69, and ’70 Mustang Fastback/Sportsroof models.
Verizon Buys Fleet of GM Hybrid Pickups in Bid to Reduce Environmental Impact
Once they join the Verizon fleet, the Silverados will be primarily used in urban areas, where potentially the savings of using a hybrid drivetrain can be realized the most.
Mercury Dealers Offered Compensation for Brand Closure
According to Ford’s U.S. Sales Supremo; Ken Czubay, the dealer compensation package is based on a three year sales average of Mercury branded vehicles in relation to the percentage of total vehicle sales at each dealership.
Suzuki Recalls Equators for Suspension Issues
Like the Frontier, the problem stems around potentially weak welds on the lower front ball joint collars that could come apart, affecting vehicle handling and alignment.
Kruse Gets Auction License Revoked in Home State
Kruse Inc. is perhaps best known for selling the famous William Harrah car collection over the course of three separate auctions which brought over $41 million, including a 1934 Dusenberg which was bought for cool $1 million in cash.
Classic Pontiacs to Take Center Stage at RM San Diego
Among the cars up for auction from his personal collection, include a 1965 GTO hartop, a 1966 GTO convertible; two Carousel Red 1969 GTO Judge coupes, one of which is an original Drag Race dealer program car.
GM Considers a Return to ‘True’ Compact Trucks
For General Motors, this could present a huge opportunity to offer something like a new generation S10, touting the virtues of affordable running costs and fuel economy.
Road Rally to Preview Barrett-Jackson’s Orange County Event
Prior to its Orange County, California, scheduled to take place June 27-29 at the OC Fair and Event Center, Barrett-Jackson is organizing an inaugural Orange County Road Rally, which will take place on June 19th.
GM May Re-Enter Medium-Duty Truck Market
Given that Ford and Ram already compete in the 4/5 category with their F-450 and 4500 chassis cab rigs, a GM entry would seem a no-brainer.
