Today's News

Today's News: April 28, 2016

KBB in the News

New-car sales to increase 4 percent in April 2016; Highest April volume ever, according to Kelley Blue Book

The Verge: Google and Fiat Chrysler said to be close to self-driving ‘technical partnership’

Forbes: Sporty car resale values surge, while alt-fuel models wither

Financial Times: Car industry left reeling by multiple investigations

24/7 Wall St: US car sales expected to rise 4%, led by an 11% surge by Nissan

24/7 Wall St: Cars Americans don’t want to buy

Automotive News: April U.S. sales expected to rise 4% with SAAR of 17.4-17.6 million

Auto Remarketing: April used sales expected to soften nearly 4%

Autoblog: Ford rakes in record $2.5B profit during Q1 of 2016

F&I magazine: KBB: Low fuel prices have used-vehicle buyers flocking to high performance segments

Vehicle Remarketing: Auction values decrease in Q1

MotorcycleCruiser.com: Inspecting a used bike

KBB.com Editorial

2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport gains visual and functional tweaks

Jaguar Land Rover introduces tracking app

2017 Bentley Mulsanne First Edition debuts

Top 5 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score

2017 Mazda CX-4 debuts in Beijing

2016 Chevrolet Cruze First Drive

2016 Aston Martin Vanquish: Stunningly gorgeous, immensely powerful, impeccably mannered, exquisitely finished; the 2016 Vanquish is the pinnacle of Aston Martin.

2016 Ferrari F12berlinetta: We’ll say it again: The 2016 Ferrari F12berlinetta remains the most desirable supercar on the road today.

2016 Kia K900: If you’re looking for a big, powerful, rear-wheel-drive sedan that's comfortable, quiet and soft, the 2016 Kia K900 is just that, at a price that's some $10,000-$20,000 below the competition.

Kelley Blue Book Hot Car Report Analysis

“Another win for the minivan segment this week,” said Dhara Mehta, senior analyst for Kelley Blue Book Strategic Insights. “With the Nissan Quest leading the chart last week and the Honda Odyssey leading this week, minivans are gaining popularity amongst the KBB.com audience. 2016 will be an interesting year for minivans as all major players undergo a redesign…”

For the full report and commentary, visit http://mediaroom.kbb.com/hot-car-report.

(Please note: Past Hot Car Reports are available by clicking the ‘Archives’ link)

OEM/Vehicle News

Volkswagen may have to sell assets to pay for emissions scandal

Fields confirms Ford planning EV to compete with Chevy Bolt, Tesla Model 3

Tesla planning cheaper EV that ‘most people can afford’

Ford posts record results

Mitsubishi says at least its U.S. mileage ratings are correct

Chrysler Pacifica minivans rolling out to dealers

Elon Musk supports his business empire with unusual financial moves

How does Lamborghini celebrate a birthday? With this $2-million Centenario

Industry/Dealer News