http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news_index/automotive.html Consumer News, scams, recalls from ConsumerAffairs.Com en-us Copyright 2004 ConsumerAffairs.Com info@consumeraffairs.com (Truman Lewis) jhood@consumeraffairs.com (Jim Hood) http://backend.userland.com/rss http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/gas_prices364.html Market surprised by falling gasoline demand. Thu, 02 Ju1 2009 14:00:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/home_prices_goodnews.html Suit names 22 muffler shops probed by undercover investigators Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:25:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/cr_hatchbacks.html Insight’s fuel economy is one of its few highs. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:50:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/ftc_fuel_economy.html Consumer groups say consumers need more information Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:10:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gm_lemons.html Answers critics worried about consumers' rights. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:50:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices363.html Falling demand pushing prices down again. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:00:02 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090626-DFD-new-car-cash-for-clunkers-a1.asp Dump your gas guzzler, get that new-car smell, save money and help the environment, all at once. Sat, 27 Jun 2009 21:30:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/car_sales_improve.html Uptick may indicate slow, steady market recovery Fri, 26 Jun 2009 21:10:02 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090626-DFDQA-clunkers-right-for-you-a1.asp Before taking up Obama on Cash for Clunkers, decide if selling your car would bring more money. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:00:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gm_hummer2.html Chinese government opposes deal; no other buyers in sight. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:45:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices362.html Nationwide average four cents lower than last week. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:25:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/clunkers_cash5.html Dealers, automakers see measure as 'cash on the hood' Wed, 24 Jun 2009 0:55:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gm_dealers02.html Claim deal harms consumers, dealers Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:55:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/clunkers_cash4.html Hucksters prey on those trading in cars for vouchers Wed, 24 Jun 2009 01:15:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices361.html Bearish signs for oil market are bullish for consumers. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:50:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/stretcher_cafe.html Any way you look at it, the cost of new cars will increase under new MPG rules Fri, 19 Jun 2009 21:10:02 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090619-DFDQA-deduct-sales-tax-a1.asp The U.S. Treasury expands its tax deduction on new-car sales to states without a sales tax Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:05:02 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090619-DFD-fiat-chrysler-a1.asp Fiat will help to recast the ailing U.S. automaker with smaller, fuel-efficient cars Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:05:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices360.html Pump prices are up 60 percent in 2009 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:15:02 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices359.html Oil prices slide below $70 even as nationwide average rises Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:50:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/clunkers_cash2.html Congress hopes to jump-start consumer demand for new cars. Fri, 13 Jun 2009 17:45:01 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090612-DFD-buying-from-new-GM-a1.asp GM's incentives and government help may outweigh doubts about buying from the bankrupt automaker Fri, 12 Jun 2009 22:45:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices358.html National average price hits $2.63 gallon. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:40:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/used_cars.html How to spot a lemon before you're stuck with it Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:33:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/clunkers_cash.html Legislation would pay for trading in old gas-guzzlers Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:40:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices357.html National average well over $2.50 a gallon Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:15:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/chrysler_consumers07.html Brief stay of sale voided Wed, 10 Jun 2009 02:22:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/right_to_repair02.html Legislation would give independent repair shops same rights as dealers Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:08:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/chrysler_consumers06.html Division sacrificed as part of company restructuring Mon, 08 Jun 2009 23:35:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gm_trucks.html Division sacrificed as part of company restructuring Mon, 08 Jun 2009 23:35:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/chrysler_consumers06.html Division sacrificed as part of company restructuring Mon, 08 Jun 2009 22:50:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gm_trucks.html Division sacrificed as part of company restructuring Mon, 08 Jun 2009 22:20:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/prius_sales.html Recession, lower gas prices put a chill on sales. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:15:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/chrysler_consumers05.html Bondholders, consumer groups challenging government-orchestrated bankruptcy. Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:51:10 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090605-DFD-obama-higher-fuel-standards-a1.asp The cost of a car could jump $1,300, depending on its actual fuel-efficiency and how much you drive. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 21:00:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices356.html National average gas price climbs to $2.59 per gallon. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:50:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gm_saturn.html Aura, Vue, Outlook all expected to remain in the line-up. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:30:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/chrysler_consumers04.html Agreement follows bankruptcy court ruling, protests Fri, 05 Jun 2009 01:05:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gas_prices355.html National average gas price climbs to $2.54 per gallon. Wed, 3 Jun 2009 18:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/gas_prices355.html National average gas price climbs to $2.54 per gallon. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 18:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/gm_dealers.html Lobbyists put pressure on Congress, West Virginia goes to court. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/chrysler_consumers03.html Chapter 11 bankruptcy leaves car owners out in the cold. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/auto_sales_ford.html Last of the Big 3 standing shows big successes Tue, 02 Jun 2009 20:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/cr_chevy_traverse.html Ranked third in midsized SUV ratings Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/home_sales_april02.html More signs of life in the housing market Tue, 2 Jun 2009 18:15:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gm_bankruptcy03.html 'Government Motors' and New Chrysler must win consumers' confidence to survive. Mon, 1 Jun 2009 14:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gm_bankruptcy03.html 'Government Motors' and New Chrysler must win consumers' confidence to survive. Sun, 31 May 2009 23:19:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gm_bankruptcy02.html Stockholders to be wiped out, bondholders to take steep loss. Fri, 29 May 2009 15:10:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gas_prices354.html National average climbs to $2.467 per gallon. Fri, 29 May 2009 14:20:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/chrysler_consumers02.html Chapter 11 bankruptcy leaves car owners out in the cold Wed, 27 May 2009 19:40:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gas_prices353.html Memorial Day travelers will find higher pump prices. Fri, 22 May 2009 14:50:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gm_uaw.html Deal may protect pension obligations, avert bankruptcy Thu, 21 May 2009 20:30:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/chrysler_consumers.html Consumers shouldn't lose their lemon law, defective vehicle rights, groups argue. Wed, 20 May 2009 04:05:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gas_prices352.html Gas futures hit a seven-month high, leading to retail increases. Tue, 19 May 2009 14:36:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/mpg_obama.html New plan sets uniform national standard. Tue, 19 May 2009 14:05:10 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/auto/200809-car-value-video.asp Determining a used car's value is difficult in today's economy. Mon, 18 May 2009 12:59:10 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/debt/20090518-debt-adviser-car-heloc-a1.asp The interest on the HELOC is tax deductible, but your line of credit may outlive the car. Mon, 18 May 2009 12:50:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gmac_ally.html Auto financier hopes to escape GM stigma, adopts better business practices Fri, 15 May 2009 21:30:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gm_chrysler_cuts03.html Franchises set to expire by 2010 Fri, 15 May 2009 20:20:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gm_chrysler_cuts02.html Spurned dealers say state laws protect their franchises. Fri, 15 May 2009 15:15:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/atv_seniors.html Seniors account for high percentage of injuries Fri, 15 May 2009 02:40:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/feds_robocalls.html Senators spur FTC investigation against automated scammers Thu, 14 May 2009 23:40:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gm_chrysler_cuts.html Auto industry estimates lost jobs at over 200,000 Thu, 14 May 2009 22:25:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gas_prices351.html Traders go bullish on oil as recovery hopes increase Wed, 13 May 2009 18:59:10 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gm_bankruptcy.html GM more likely to follow Chrysler into bankruptcy, CEO concedes. Mon, 11 May 2009 19:10:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090508-DFD-dealer-deals-a1.asp With two major brands ending and one of the Big 3 in bankruptcy, dealers are offering great deals. Fri, 7 May 2009 13:10:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gas_prices350.html Average price up 11 cents from last week. Fri, 7 May 2009 12:50:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gas_prices349.html Wholesale prices bump up, pump prices may follow. Wed, 7 May 2009 14:35:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/gas_prices348.html National average hovers around $2 a gallon Fri, 1 May 2009 23:05:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gmac_chrysler.html Obama urges consumers to consider buying a new Chrysler product. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 15:50:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/insurance/20090202-pay-as-you-drive-premiums-a1.asp Cut premiums with pay-as-you-drive insurance, but watch out for surcharges. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:34:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/auto_sales_stabilize.html Signs of stabilization in second half of 2009 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:20:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gas_prices347.html Prices remain at $2 a gallon, demand stays low Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:49:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/hot_fuel02.html Company to retrofit pumps to avoid shorting drivers Mon, 27 Apr 2009 23:59:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090227-driving-dollars-car-lease-ending-a1.asp Several Web sites arrange car-lease terminations but be careful of the fine print. Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:51:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/ma_drug_prices.html Companies inflated prices without economic justification Fri, 24 Apr 2009 23:25:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/pontiac.html White House pumps another $2 billion into ailing automaker Fri, 24 Apr 2009 23:15:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/bailout_chrysler_bankruptcy.html Big 3 automaker bust could have far-reaching repercussions Fri, 24 Apr 2009 18:59:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gas_prices346.html What a difference a year makes. Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:20:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/tx_water4gas.html Devices don't work, tax breaks don't apply, state charges. Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:40:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/auto/20090224_auto_stimulus_a1.asp The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act offers a tax break for people who buy a new car in 2009. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:20:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/bailout_gm_chrysler.html GM gets $5 billion while going through motions of bankruptcy Mon, 20 Apr 2009 21:55:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/bailout_gm_jobs.html 1,600 positions cut as auto giant struggles against looming bankruptcy Mon, 20 Apr 2009 23:49:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/hybrids_tax_ford.html Credit will be slowly rolled back through April 2010 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 21:55:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090417-DFDQA-auto-deposit-binding-a1.asp If you put a deposit on a new car, can the dealer force you to take ownership? Sun, 19 Apr 2009 16:25:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090417-DFDQA-extended-service-contract-a1.asp If you're not getting the extended service you want, end the contract and get a refund. Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:35:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090417-DFD-carmakers-ease-BK-fears-a1.asp Car companies offer discounts and the government guarantees warranties to ease bankruptcy fears. Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:30:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gas_prices345.html Economy shaky but prices stable at the pump. Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:15:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gas_prices344.html Higher consumption is being offset by a weakened economy. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:45:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/gm.html Buick Regal; Chevy Lumina, Monte Carlo and Impala; Oldsmobile Intrigue; Pontiac Grand Prix included. Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:40:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/iihs_minicars.html Safety tests show safety trade-off when consumers choose the very smallest car. Tue, 14 Apr 2009 21:30:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gas_prices343.html New penalties include year in prison, $1,000 fine Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:05:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gas_prices342.html Reduced global demand keeping prices in check. Fri, 9 Apr 2009 05:10:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/fidelis.html Fraud, high-pressure sales tactics alleged in auto warranty sales. Fri, 9 Apr 2009 15:05:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/tx_mpg.html 'Magnetic resonance' claims targeted Hispanics. Tue, 8 Apr 2009 15:10:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/vw_gm.html Toyota took top title away from GM in 2007 Mon, 7 Apr 2009 22:26:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gas_prices341.html Prices hover around $2 level. Fri, 3 Apr 2009 15:09:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gas_prices340.html But domestic gas prices continue to rise Thu, 2 Apr 2009 17:50:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/gmac_lending.html Auto lender will lower finance charges for dealers to boost sales Wed, 1 Apr 2009 19:25:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/gas_mileage02.html New industry average at 27.3 miles per gallon Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:35:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/bailout_cars.html Auto task force shakes up Detroit, offers assurances to consumers. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:40:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090327-DFDQA-old-loan-balance-a1.asp Don't expect today's lenders to add your current loan balance to your new vehicle loan. Sun, 29 Mar 2009 16:10:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/mass_transit.html Walking to and from bus, train stops helps increase fitness Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:10:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/nj_auto_fraud.html Accused pays $50,000 over falsifying loan applications Fri, 27 Mar 2009 20:59:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/tesla_model_s.html Model S can travel 300 miles on a single charge Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:45:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090327-DFD-leasing-goes-up-a1.asp Leasing may still be a good deal for some, but buying a vehicle might be a better option. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:46:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/gas_prices339.html Prices have been rising steadily since December. Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:05:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/iihs_roof_tests.html Subaru and Honda brands among high scorers in new test Tue, 24 Mar 2009 21:12:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090320-driving-dollars-renegotiate-car-deal-a1.asp A signed contract should stand in any new-car deal unless there was intentional misrepresentation. Sat, 21 Mar 2009 17:50:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090320-driving-dollars-car-payment-bailout-a1.asp Bailing out on high car payments is tougher with a lease than with conventional financing. Sat, 21 Mar 2009 17:49:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/gas_prices338.html National average remains under $2 a gallon. Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:00:59 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/jd_power_dependable.html Lexus, Toyota, Mercury round out J.D. Power rankings Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:59:59 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090313-driving-dollars-dealer-loan-payoff-a1.asp Dealers that don't pay off the loan on your trade-in can leave you toting the note. Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:20:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090313-driving-dollars-rebate-upside-down-a1.asp New-car buyers can rescue themselves from "upside-down" auto loans by using rebates to pay off their existing notes. Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:19:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/gas_prices337.html National average remains under $2 a gallon Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/free_gas.html Consumers got fumes but little more. Thu, 12 Mar 2009 16:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/ca_auto_subprime.html Lobel Financial accused of harassing and intimidating borrowers Wed, 11 Mar 2009 17:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/honda_insight.html Hopes to cut Toyota's lead in the U.S. hybrid market. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/honda_insight.html Hopes to cut Toyota's lead in the U.S. hybrid market. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/gas_prices336.html But will the trend continue, and for how long? Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:55:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090306-driving-dollars-summer-gas-a1.asp Removing additives from gasoline in warmer months for environmental reasons helps push up the price per gallon. Fri, 6 Mar 2009 16:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/gas_prices335.html National average up a nickel in the last week. Fri, 6 Mar 2009 16:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/nj_cell_phones.html Police departments crack down on talking while driving Tue, 3 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/car_sales_tank.html Purchases plummet 38 percent from one year ago Mon, 2 Mar 2009 18:15:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090227-driving-dollars-GM-rebate-card-a1.asp GM bankruptcy not likely to wipe out rebate points accumulated on GM Mastercards. Sun, 1 Mar 2009 02:15:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/jdpower_lexus.html Luxury automaker ranks highest in customer satisfaction Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/gas_prices334.html National average slides downward after approaching $2 a gallon Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:52:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090227-driving-dollars-assurance-plan-a1.asp Hyundai finds a way to attract new-car buyers who are worried about losing their jobs. Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:19:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/auto/200809-car-value-video.asp Determining a used car's value is difficult in today's economy. Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:15:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/cr_top_picks.html Other top picks include Mini Cooper, VW Rabbit, Honda Civic EX & Fit. Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/gas_prices333.html Many boomers having second thoughts about retiring. Thu, 26 Feb 2009 17:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/gm_loss.html Troubled auto giant burns through $5 billion in cash in one quarter. Thu, 26 Feb 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/DrDon/20090223_choose_best_retirement_plan_a1.asp Consumers who buy a new car in 2009 can save a few dollars on their taxes. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:05:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/insurance/20090202-pay-as-you-drive-premiums-a1.asp Cut premiums with pay-as-you-drive, but watch out for surcharges. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:30:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/itax/tips/20030219a1.asp A vehicle that runs on alternative fuel could provide big tax breaks. Sun, 22 Feb 2009 16:35:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090220-driving-dollars-personalize-new-car-a1.asp Buyers may soon be able to personalize their new cars without endangering the manufacturer's warranty. Sat, 21 Feb 2009 02:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/gas_prices332.html Is downward trend temporary or long-term? Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/saturn_letter.html Saturn sets off on the journey from which no car returns Thu, 19 Feb 2009 20:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/bailout31.html GM could run out of money next month, Chrysler warns of bankruptcy. Tue, 18 Feb 2009 15:23:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/auto/20090217-prevent-car-repo-a1.asp Act quickly if you foresee trouble making your car payments. Here's what you can do. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090213-driving-dollars-gap-insurance-a1.asp Gap insurance has become a good idea for anyone who owes more on their car than it's worth. Sun, 15 Feb 2009 19:59:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090213-driving-dollars-lease-repo-costly-a1.asp If your leased car is repossessed you will be charged with all the remaining payments plus fees. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:38:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090213-driving-dollars-column.asp Buyers of most GM and Chrysler products can get a significant discount simply by being a member of a credit union. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:34:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/gas_prices331.html Refineries trim production, pushing prices up. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:15:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/pickup_impacts.html Silverado, Ram, Titan do poor job of protecting passengers. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:20:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/auto/200809-sell-big-car-video.asp Here's how to determine if it's worth swapping a gas guzzler for a sipper. Sat, 7 Feb 2009 19:17:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090206-driving-dollars-verbal-contract-a1.asp No matter what a dealer or salesman tells you the terms of the contract are all that matter. Sat, 7 Feb 2009 19:16:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/traffic_safety_redux.html Fewer drivers on the road means fewer accidents Fri, 6 Feb 2009 19:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/gas_prices330.html Price of gas climbs as oil prices drop; go figure. Fri, 6 Feb 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/cars_mpg.html.html Consumers not lulled by current low gas prices. Wed, 4 Feb 2009 15:22:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/video_car_shopping.html.html Car salesmen beware: women are in the driver's seat. Wed, 4 Feb 2009 15:01:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/bbb_auto_warrranty.html Telemarketing calls may be bogus, BBB warns. Tue, 3 Feb 2009 15:20:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090123-driving-dollars-temp-tag-snafu-a1.asp A dealer unable or unwilling to provide a permanent license tag is hiding something. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20090123-driving-dollars-rentals-a1.asp Looking for a used car? Don't overlooked used rentals. Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:18:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/01/gas_prices328.html Nationwide average up 5 cents from last week. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:14:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/auto/200809-car-value-video.asp Determining a used car's value is difficult in today's economy. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/auto/Dec08_expensive_car_repairs_video_a1.asp Those high-end options are nice to have but expensive to repair. Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:24:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/auto/fuel-efficient/20060809a1.asp If you want a Honda hybrid and a tax break, you better head to your local dealership now. Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/12/gas_prices324.html OPEC looks to cut production, buyers want to increase inventories Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:20:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20080425_used_car_bargains_a1.asp Five used-car gems that are easy on both fuel and your wallet. Sat, 27 Dec 2008 17:30:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20081107_6_car_shopping_changes_a1.asp The financial meltdown has changed car shopping in six key ways. Some of the shifts may be permanent. Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:10:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20080829_car_shopping_mistakes_a1.asp Avoiding these six mistakes will keep you out of car-buying trouble. Sun, 21 Dec 2008 01:26:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20080829_fuel_sipper_extras_a1.asp Fuel-sipping cars that skimp on extras won't capture a driver's heart. Sun, 21 Dec 2008 01:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/12/cellphone_car_key.html University of Utah licenses the device to private marketers. Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:57:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20081121_car_loan_swap_a1.asp Because car loans typically are not assumable, agencies are unlikely to offer a driver a swap. Sat, 22 Nov 2008 15:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/auto_show_troubles.html Attendees burdened by failing economy, weak sales Fri, 21 Nov 2008 21:35:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/caf/news/car-advice/20081121_GM_bankruptcy_a1.asp What would a General Motors bankruptcy mean for car owners? Here are some possible answers. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 21:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/gas_prices316.html National average has dropped $1.10 from last year Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/auto_bailout08.html Dems reject pleas for bailout funds, want specific spending plans Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:27:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/bailout22.html Treasury head says automakers should get help from other sources Tue, 18 Nov 2008 20:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/gas_prices314.html Nationwide average down to $2.15 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2008/cadillac_cts.html Potential air bag problem for front seat passengers. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:03:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2008/vw_2009.html Possible problem with the steering gear. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:03:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2008/dodge_police.html Gearshift linkage can fail. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:03:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/auto_bailout_big_cars.html Dip in gas prices boosts interest in big cars, SUVs. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:53:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/auto_bailout07.html Struggling U.S. carmakers head for the soup line. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:16:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/gas_prices312.html Attorney General slams stations for overcharging during Ike Thu, 6 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/auto_bailout05.html GM, Chrysler execs beg for bailout money to avoid bankruptcy Thu, 6 Nov 2008 04:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/mini_e.html NY/NJ, California to get first 500 Mini E cars Wed, 5 Nov 2008 03:36:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/suv_ratings.html SUV lauded for comfort, while other brands get low grades Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:16:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/gas_prices310.html Average drops to $2.50 a gallon for regular unleaded Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:58:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/gas_prices309.html Nationwide average is below last year's level. Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:14:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/chrysler_cuts.html Two-month life span may set new record. Wed, 29 Oct 2008 03:33:01 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/auto_bailout04.html Government plans stock buy to goose GM/Chrysler merger. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/haunted_car.html Scary noises may be due to any number of problems. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/gas_prices307.html Average price hits $2.78 this week, dropped 26 cents in seven days. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/bmw_reverse.html Certain models suddenly lose ability to back up. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/gas_prices306.html 36 states report price drop. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/gas_prices305.html Price of oil drops to below $70 a barrel, leading to OPEC panic. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/gmac_lending.html GMAC tightens lending standards for new cars. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/gas_prices304.html National average for unleaded drops to $3.12 a gallon. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/gas_prices303.html Nationwide average drops 30 cents a gallon in last month. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/auto_sales_collapse.html Sales recovery not expected until at least 2010. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/cr_suv_ratings.html Toyota Highlander models still take top marks; Honda Pilot slips. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/mini_recall.html Company says no accidents or injuries reported. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/auto_loans.html Nearly $25 billion in car loans are past due. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/09/jdpower_auto_sales.html Sales performance can make or break a potential purchase. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/09/bill_heard.html Bill Heard closing its 13 stores as car sales slump. http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/09/bill_heard.html Bill Heard closing its 13 stores as car sales slump.