With production of the Passat now underway in Chattanooga, Volkswagen looks to future development at the plant. The automaker helped two higher education institutions develop an automotive program like what’s offered in Germany. WDEF News 12′s Joe Legge explains why in Volkswagen news. Expansion of Volkswagen’s Chattanooga plant may be dependent on how the Passat sells… But if the German automaker finds itself with a hot product, it needs a well-trained pool of applicants ready to fill new positions. Jans Herbert Jagla: “we need bright and [...] Continue Reading…
Is U.S. One Step Closer to Tapping Oil Reserves?
June 9th, 2011 
davidguide Filed under: Energy , Economy President Obama on Wednesday appeared to raise the possibility that the administration would release oil from the nation’s strategic petroleum reserve to provide relief to Americans grappling with high gas prices. Speaking at a gathering of personal finance writers at the White House, Obama suggested the conflict in Libya has removed large enough flows of oil from the global supply to perhaps justify a release of oil from the nation’s emergency stockpile to address soaring prices. “My general view has been that [...] Continue Reading…
Chinese firms show up in large-scale at Dubai’s automotive trade fair
June 8th, 2011 davidguide The smell of auto tires engulfed the Dubai World Trade Center on Tuesday, when the 9th Automechanika Middle East trade show opened its doors, with more than 100 Chinese firms participating in the …
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Things to Remember While Buying Used Car
June 7th, 2011 davidguide After deciding and before buying a used car, let us remember some useful tips of purchasing a second hand four wheeler. If you are really interested to buy a used car that means you are keen to spend money in a thing which for has no guarantee. You are purchasing it on your own risk. For example, if you are buying a pre-owned car then you need to complete its inspection but despite the inspection there is no surety that what kind of performance it would give you after a couple of days. The main aim of the dealer is to get rid of his second hand car and the motive of the buyer is to get the best deal as better as he can. It doesn’t matter how much knowledge about car you have and how deeply you have inspected the parts of the car. It all about [...] Continue Reading…
Beacon Hit With Class Suit Over Ignored Insurance Claims
June 7th, 2011 davidguide A Louisiana woman filed a putative class action in Florida federal court on Monday accusing automotive insurer Beacon Industries Worldwide Inc. of systematically decreasing and failing to pay policyholders’ claims made under deficiency waiver contracts.
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Rising Auto Sales Drive Sirius XM Subscriber Growth
June 7th, 2011 davidguide Filed under: Company News , Technology , Investing , Media , Ford Motor Co , Netflix , General Motors , Autos , Samsung , Market News Sirius XM’s ( SIRI ) first quarter results impressed as its total subscribers reached a new high of 20.6 million, up 9% from a year ago. Its adjusted EBITDA was $181 million, up 15% year-over-year. Management mentioned that subscriber growth was supported by a rebound in the auto industry. Both Ford ( F ) and GM ( GM ) have also [...] Continue Reading…
SPECIAL REPORT: Astra Needs to Expand Its Domestic Manufacturing Base
June 6th, 2011 davidguide JAKARTA (IFT) – PT Astra Internatonal Tbk (ASII) has been in automotive business for years but the company only expands its Japanese brands. According to IFT Research Department, Astra, which eyes to be the a national pride, should have bigger contribution to the development of domestic industry.
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Portland Police Bureau Redesigns Patrol Car Look
June 6th, 2011 davidguide PORTLAND The City of Portland’s police bureau has redesigned the look for its patrol cars and plans to roll out the new design to all marked police vehicles within five years.
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Smart Things to Think About When Buying a Used Car
June 5th, 2011 davidguide Whether you are a student wanting their first car or a seasoned driver, there are certain things to consider that can make your used car purchase a good deal. Understanding how to get good car loans is one such consideration, but that will only help to fund the purchase of the car. What happens after the car is yours? You will have maintenance costs associated with that car that you are tied into for the entire time you own the car, and these can far outweigh savings you make when purchasing the car.
Gas Mileage
It can’t be underestimated, but a used car should be rated for good gas mileage. Every extra mile per gallon you get is going to reduce the overall ownership costs of operating the car. Typically, smaller more fuel-efficient cars will keep your car costs down more than larger SUVs, especially if you travel often. You can [...] Continue Reading…
China XD Plastics Gets Approval from Board of Directors to Develop New Facilities in China
June 5th, 2011 davidguide China XD Plastics, which produces modified plastics for automotive applications, proclaimed that it has received approval from its board of directors for the construction plan and budget proposed by …
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