[car rating] Safest Car in America?Boy, that Bumblebee can sure take a hit. The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is the first car to get a perfect score on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 5-Star Safety Rating test since a more rigorous testing procedure was instituted last year.From: http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2011/11/15/chevrolet-camaro-aces-crash-test/[car rating] Worst Car Flops of 2011The MKT joins eight other vehicles that have performed significantly less than expected this year in the United States. Along with the Acura ZDX, Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and Chevrolet Aveo, these are the worst automotive flops of 2011.From: http://autos.yahoo.com/news/worst-car-flops-of-2011.html[car rating] Regulators Examine Electric Car Batteries After FireFederal regulators said they were looking at lithium-ion batteries used in electric cars after a Chevrolet Volt that had undergone a crash test caught fire.From: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/12/business/energy-environment/regulators-examine-electric-car-batteries-after-fire.html?partner=rss&emc=rss[car rating] McRort: How our big firms pay for star ratingsCORPORATE giants such as McDonalds and Hyundai are paying thousands to stamp their products with rating stamp.From: http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/national/mcrort-how-our-big-firms-pay-for-star-ratings/story-e6freooo-1226186761028?from=public_rss[car rating] Reviewed: Audi A1 TFSI SportWe test the most powerful version of Audis smallest car.From: http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/drive/reviewed-audi-a1-tfsi-sport-20111103-1mx46.html[car rating] Old debts wont hurt credit rating for first home loanQ.Twenty-eight years ago, I defaulted on a student loan but paid it in full 25 years ago. Twenty-three years ago, I defaulted on a car loan, and 10 years ago I went into collections/judgment on a personal loan but paid it in full.From: http://detnews.com/article/20111107/BIZ01/111070309/1001/rss21[car rating] Whats Your Cars Reliability RatingA cars reliability rating can give you clues into the cost of ownership. Heres where to look.From: http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2011/11/04/check-reliability-ratings-when-buying-new-car/[car rating] Tips: Tire style, quality make a differenceIdentifying the proper tire size for a car is simple. But choosing the right style and level of quality is slightly more complicated.From: http://www.uticaod.com/news/x213524969/Tips-Tire-style-quality-make-a-difference[car rating] Thai Floods Disrupting Japanese Car Production Worldwide: CarsToyota Motor Corp.’s Thai managers are trusting that a two-meter-high cordon of sandbags will save their factories from floodwaters spilling out from Bangkok. It may be too late to rescue the company’s earnings forecast.From: http://www.businessweek.com/news/2011-11-03/thai-floods-disrupting-japanese-car-production-worldwide-cars.html[car rating] Fords $40G Electric CarFord has opened the order books on its first-ever electric car, and now we know how far you’ll have to open your wallet to buy one. The Focus Electric is priced at $39,995, exactly the same as the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid and $3,945 more than its closest direct competitor, the Nissan Leaf. All three cars are eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit and various state incentives available ...From: http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2011/11/02/ford-begins-taking-orders-for-40g-electric-car/[car rating] 2012 Kia Rio hatchback also has more power, 40-mpg ratingIts still called the Kia Rio. But the five-door hatchback for 2012 is a notable new model with sporty appearance, well-laid-out interior, a more refined and quiet ride and a government fuel economy rating of 40 miles a gallon on the highway.From: http://www.startribune.com/nation/133085263.html[car rating] $93G Economy Car?The Mercedes-Benz S350 makes a strong statement, but it might not be the one you expect.From: http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2011/11/03/2012-mercedes-benz-s350/[car rating] Need a driver and car? Uber’s app can arrange itHighlights from Scott Kirsner’s Innovation Economy blogFrom: http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2011/10/24/uber_a_way_to_get_a_ride_in_a_car_thats_bigger_and_better_maintained_than_a_typical_cab[car rating] How your car could be giving away clues about your personalityYour car really does give clues about your personality, according to research by scientists.From: http://telegraph.feedsportal.com/c/32726/f/568638/s/19ab973a/l/0L0Stelegraph0O0Cscience0Cscience0Enews0C88576180CHow0Eyour0Ecar0Ecould0Ebe0Egiving0Eaway0Eclues0Eabout0Eyour0Epersonality0Bhtml/story01.htm[car rating] TEXT: Fitch Rates UOBI AAA(idn); Outlook Stable(The following was released by the rating agency)JAKARTA/TAIPEI/SINGAPORE, November 01 (Fitch) Fitch Ratingshas assigned PT Bank UOB Indonesia (UOBI) a National Long-TermAAA(idn) Rating with ...From: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/TEXT-Fitch-Rates-UOBI-AAA-idn-rc-469495526.html[car rating] Renault to unveil a new compact car on October 29The French auto major Renault which is slowly building up its portfolio in Indian auto market is finally going to...From: http://in.news.yahoo.com/renault-unveil-new-compact-car-october-29-024431606.html[car rating] S&P raises Sirius XM debt rating 1 notchStandard & Poors Ratings Services raised its credit rating on Sirius XM Radio Inc. on Wednesday, saying the satellite radios progress in credit quality should be sustainable.From: http://news.yahoo.com/p-raises-sirius-xm-debt-rating-1-notch-212852135.html[car rating] Latest new car models gain five-star Euro NCAP safety ratingEleven new models have gained the maximum five-star Euro NCAP safety rating this month.From: http://www.am-online.com/news/2011/10/26/latest-new-car-models-gain-five-star-euro-ncap-safety-rating/29917/[car rating] Thai Floods Disrupting Japanese Car Production Worldwide: CarsToyota Motor Corp.’s Thai managers are trusting that a two-meter-high cordon of sandbags will save their factories from floodwaters spilling out from Bangkok. It may be too late to rescue the company’s earnings forecast.From: http://www.businessweek.com/news/2011-10-31/thai-floods-disrupting-japanese-car-production-worldwide-cars.html[car rating] Five-Star Safety Rating Program Lists 2012 PicksIf you’re in the market for a 2012 car, you might want to wait until the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) weighs in on safety. NHTSA has announced it will test 74 passenger vehicles in the 2012 model year as part of its five-star safety rating program. The list includes ...From: http://www.thedailynewcanaan.com/wheels/five-star-safety-rating-program-lists-2012-picks[car rating] Police and Community briefs for Nov. 1, 2011Published: Monday, October 31, 2011 at 11:22 p.m. Last Modified: Monday, October 31, 2011 at 11:22 p.m. Two people were reportedly robbed at gunpoint Sunday night as they sat in a car at an apartment complex.From: http://www.ocala.com/article/20111031/articles/111039940&tc=yahoo[car rating] Investors place big bets on Buy Here Pay Here used-car dealersPrivate equity firms are investing in chains of used-car lots, and auto loans are being packaged into securities much like subprime mortgages. Theyre attracted by the industrys average profit of 38% for each car sold Second of three partsFrom: http://www.latimes.com/news/la-fi-buyhere-payhere-20111101-m,0,5962557.story?track=rss[car rating] Subaru Focus Turns to EyeSightTMELBOURNE – Sept 5, 2011: Subaru has confirmed its EyeSight safety system featured at this year’s Australian International Motor Show, will go on sale in 2012 Liberty 3.6R Premium and Outback 3.6R Premium models.From: http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2011/09/05/005845-subaru-focus-turns-to-eyesightt.html[car rating] PG-13 rating takes bite out of SharkConsidering how much delirious fun was found in last years |Piranha 3D,| Alexandre Ajas shameless homage to Steven...From: http://www.bostonherald.com/entertainment/movies/reviews/view.bg?articleid=1363351&srvc=rss[car rating] Mom who left baby in car: I had a bad judgmentPARKER - Police say a 1-year-old girl spent 11 minutes inside a 135 degree car Thursday afternoon while her mom was in a tanning booth at a tanning salon. Her mother told 9NEWS she expects to be punished for the incident.From: http://www.9news.com/rss/article.aspx?storyid=216949[car rating] CarCheckup SystemEditors Rating: User Rating: Good: The CarCheckup System s Web-based data reader means it can be used with any Windows computer. It provides detailed data about a cars engine performance. Bad: The system does not include tools for comparing past and current performance or tracking fuel economy. Bottom Line: The CarCheckup System lets you monitor data about your car, but does not offer much in ...From: http://reviews.cnet.com/other-car-components/carcheckup-system/4505-6730_7-34845831.html?part=rss&subj=latestreviews&tag=title[car rating] Should you trade for a fuel-efficient car?Can you save money by swapping your car for one with better gas mileage? These factors are the key.From: http://biz.yahoo.com/brn/110902/8171701.html?.v=1[car rating] Chevrolet’s New Small Car Draws Top Safety Rating in EuropeZURICH, SWITZERLAND -- The new Chevrolet Aveo hatchback, which will be sold as the Chevrolet Sonic in North America beginning this fall, received a top five-star safety rating from the European New Car Assessment Program (EuroNCAP).From: http://www.automotive-fleet.com/News/Story/2011/08/Chevrolet-s-New-Small-Car-Draws-Top-Safety-Rating-in-Europe.aspx[car rating] Livio Radio Bluetooth Internet Radio Car KitEditors Rating: User Rating: Good: The Livio Radio Bluetooth Internet Radio Car Kit is extremely flexible, with an easily positioned neck and multiple connection methods so it can act as a bridge between a smartphone and a cars stereo. The Kit also works with the Livio app on a paired smartphone, giving access to 45,000 AM, FM, and Internet radio stations. Bad: Although the Kit can handle ...From: http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-audio-receivers-dars/livio-radio-bluetooth-internet/4505-6470_7-35003057.html?part=rss&subj=latestreviews&tag=title[car rating] Do Asia-Exposed Car Makers Have Edge?Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities says earnings for aut omakers in Asia -- where the macro and sales climates remain relatively healthy -- are especially beneficial for Daihatsu Motor, which has defensive appeal in the current climate.From: http://blogs.wsj.com/marketbeat/2011/08/29/do-asia-exposed-car-makers-have-edge/?mod=WSJBlogPage 1 of 3 1 2 3