Today's News- July 14, 2014

KBB in the News

 

The New York Times: Seeking rival, Cadillac goes outside for a chief

 

The Street: 10 best cars for the great American road trip

 

Los Angeles Times: Infographic, How to buy a car- nine keys to success

 

Los Angeles Times: If you must trade in your car, here's how to get the most for it

 

The Detroit News: Automakers speed up debuts to survive in tough market

 

The Dallas Morning News: Dealers hope North Texas puts its brand on Toyota trucks

 

The Dallas Morning News: Finding an affordable SUV

 

Automotive News: Shoppers wary of dealer loans

 

The Motley Fool: The 3 worst investments you’ll ever make

 

Vindy.com: GM may be grabbing attention, but 11 others have recalled vehicles too

 

TorqueNews.com: Honda expert finds used Civic prices skyrocketing

 

 

KBB.com Editorial

 

Jaguar Land Rover reveals Virtual Windshield

 

2015 Cadillac ATS Sedan freshened

 

2015 Acura ILX: The ILX not only looks great but it packs a lot into its compact size and all for a price below its competitors.

 

2015 Ford Expedition: Still very much in the game, 2015 Ford Expedition offers a more fuel efficient engine plus numerous design and interior updates to help keep up with the other full-size beasts in its segment.

 

 

Top News

 

GM faces fresh congressional grilling

 

Volkswagen to build SUV in Tennessee to confront Toyota

 

Volkswagen picks Chattanooga for expansion despite labor strife

 

VW announces new U.S. - built SUV but has catching up to do

 

 

OEM/Vehicle News

 

Acura starts TLX production

 

New Caddy boss knows luxury

 

Toyota's massive engine overhaul

 

Nissan dumps Cube and Murano drop-top

 

Roll out the Rolls: Wealth loves luxury cars

 

Toyota ponders awd for next-gen Prius

 

2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Durango recalled for fire risk

 

 

Industry/Dealer News

 

Used-vehicle prices soften, demand strong

 

F-150 is catalyst as aluminum goes mainstream in auto industry

 

Automakers, others pledge to help small suppliers grow
 

US gasoline prices dip in past 3 weeks: Lundberg survey

 

 

International Automotive News

 

China Auto Association cuts sales forecast

 

China requires 30% of state cars use alternative energy

 

 

Ad/Media/Marketing News

 

Hyundai’s daily Twitter followers spike 40% during World Cup

 

So long soccer mom? Carmakers shift marketing aimed at women

 

How Millennials and Instagram are changing advertising

 

Twitter tells brands they can reach 30% of their followers for free