Today's News- November 3, 2014

KBB in the News

 

New-car transaction prices rise less than 1 percent in October 2014, according to Kelley Blue Book

 

Reuters: U.S. October auto sales seen rising 6 percent- Reuters poll

 

Fox Business: Kelley Blue Book expects 16.3M annual selling rate

 

Bloomberg: Ford, Chrysler sales exceed estimates in October on SUV demand

 

Forbes: 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: High-tech safety and luxury, for van buyers

 

24/7 Wall St.: Ford, VW October sales down again

 

WIRED: An independent Ferrari may have to make much more fuel-efficient cars

 

The Detroit News: GM’s sales up 0.2%; Chrysler up 21.7%; Ford falls 1.7%

 

The Christian Science Monitor: Black Friday 101- nine surprising things you’ll find on sale

 

The Motley Fool: Motor Trend’s 2015 SUV of the Year Surprised Many, but It Shouldn't Have

 

 

KBB.com Editorial

 

2015 Acura RLX: For 2015 the Acura RLX sedan is long on luxury, technology and understated class.

 

2015 Dodge Durango: A team of powerful engines, sleek styling and a comfortable ride make the Durango a highly desirable family transport.

 

2015 Ford C-Max: Ford’s C-Max Hybrid for 2015 proves an affordable green car can be fun, sporty and even a bit cool.

 

2015 Ford Focus ST: The Focus receives a new engine, refreshed exterior styling and interior redesign, adding to its terrific driving experience.

 

2015 Honda CR-Z: Honda puts a new spin on the 2-seat commuter car, combining sporty handling, racy good looks and a hybrid powertrain.

 

2015 Honda Crosstour: Not quite wagon, not quite SUV, the 5-door Crosstour represents a unique take on the crossover-utility vehicle.

 

2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport: The Santa Fe Sport gets subtle changes to the suspension, exterior and interior, plus a clever new power hatch.

 

2015 Infiniti Q70: The Q70 offers comfort, refinement and a little bit of fun in order to create space between itself and the competition.

 

2015 Nissan 370Z: Nissan’s 370Z is a time-tested sports car with a legendary history for delivering outstanding value and performance at a fair price.

 

2015 Nissan Frontier: The Frontier offers serious off-road credentials in a tough and rugged package, at a price that's less than a full-size truck.

 

Video Review: 2015 Porsche Macan

 

2015 BMW X6 M unveiled

 

2015 BMW X5 M gets a new look and 567 horsepower

 

This Week in Car Buying: New or Used?

 

2016 Ford Explorer will debut in Los Angeles

 

2015 Scion tC Release Series 9.0 revealed

 

2015 Porsche Panamera Exclusive Series debuts in Los Angeles

 

 

Top News

 

Chrysler, Nissan set pace with double-digit gains on truck demand

 

US October auto sales strong, but GM misses

 

Auto sales mixed in October, auto stocks trade lower

 

Oct. sales: Ford slips, GM inches up, Chrysler booms

 

Chrysler sales rise 22% in October, GM's are flat, Ford's fall 1.7%

 

Volkswagen profit rises 58%

 

Nissan, Honda, Chrysler report US sales increases

 

U.S. auto sales driving past 17 million in 2015, says AutoNation CEO

 

 

OEM/Vehicle News

 

Hyundai, Kia reach $100M settlement with Justice Dept., EPA

 

Hyundai, Kia pay fine, lose credits over mileage claims

 

Takata, Honda face class-action lawsuit over faulty air bags

 

Takata slapped with second class action suit

 

Aston Martin wins temporary exemption to new U.S. safety rules

 

Mercedes puts Tesla technology beneath hood to chase BMW

 

Mercedes-AMG teaming up with Agusta

 

Acura’s 2015 TLX makes a quiet statement

 

 

Industry/Dealer News

 

Few auto industry issues are riding on the midterm elections

 

 

International Automotive News

 

China targets VW with first request under new recall law

 

Toyota's China sales jump 27% in October

 

 

Ad/Media/Marketing News

 

Automakers launch Halloween and Vine efforts

 

Accounts in review: As Infiniti (finally) ends, two media reviews heat up

 

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