Today's News
With recent buzz about the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and the rumored SLC variant, the SLS Class tops this week’s Hot Car Report. Longtime rumors have potentially come to a close as Mercedes-Benz green-lighted the high-end SLS Class, priced near $200,000, which would compete with vehicles such as the Porsche 911. If the speculation holds true, this will add another vehicle to the Mercedes-Benz arsenal spanning even more price points and driving styles…
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(Please note: Past Hot Car Reports are available by clicking the ‘Archives’ link)
- Akshay Anand, Market Intelligence Web Analyst, Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com
**Top News**
Auto sales rise puts U.S. on pace to best year since 2007
Tesla losses widen but EV maker lifts 2012 revenue target by $10M
Tesla loss widens as Roadster ends; Model S due in June
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-05-09/tesla-loss-widens-as-roadster-ends-model-s-due-in-june.html
Judge overturns Honda hybrid owner’s win for low mpg
Honda wins appeal in Civic hybrid mileage lawsuit
http://www.latimes.com/business/autos/la-fi-autos-honda-claim-20120510,0,5677531.story
**OEM/Vehicle News**
Toyota rises on carmaker’s earnings recovery forecast
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-05-10/toyota-rises-on-carmaker-s-earnings-recovery-forecast.html
In China, Volkswagen outsources product plan to the people
Porsche plans sedan below Panamera to compete with Mercedes E class, report says
Ford to triple European output of EcoBoost-equipped vehicles to 480,000
Ford CEO Mulally says he has no timetable for retirement
New Chrysler battling old defects
Return of the Riviera?
http://www.thedetroitbureau.com/2012/05/return-of-the-riviera/
Why Google’s self-driving car may save lives
http://money.cnn.com/2012/05/10/autos/google-driverless-cars-safety/index.htm
Ford recalls more minivans to fix rusty axles
http://blogs.wsj.com/drivers-seat/2012/05/10/ford-recalls-more-minivans-to-fix-rusty-axles/
**Dealer/Industry News**
AutoTrader.com enhances display advertising solutions for dealers
Romney takes credit for auto rebound and critics howl
Bob Lutz defends bashing Rush Limbaugh, Bill O’Reilly
**Ad/Media/Marketing News**
Cadillac CUE to make console iPad-like
Porsche’s new baby crossover uncovered, targets younger buyers
Nissan targets ‘pragmatists’ to buy its electric Leaf
Chevy Corvette ZR1 to pace Indy 500
http://blogs.wsj.com/drivers-seat/2012/05/09/chevy-corvette-zr1-to-pace-indy-500/
Ad of the day: Volkswagen
http://www.adweek.com/news/advertising-branding/ad-day-volkswagen-140185
China’s lower tiers offer vast potential for auto market
http://adage.com/article/global-news/china-s-lower-tiers-offer-vast-potential-auto-market/234662/
Watch Ferrari desecrate an ancient Chinese monument
20 ways to use QR codes correctly
http://www.imediaconnection.com/content/31742.asp
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