Topic: Volkswagen

Consumer Reports Car Repair Satisfaction Survey shows Independent Shops Outshine Dealership Repair Centers

February 11, 2015 |

Over Three-quarters of customers that haggled were successful in negotiating a discount.

Yonkers, NY – Consumer Reports latest survey of repair service satisfaction found the odds are consumers will be more satisfied with an independent repair shop than with a franchised new-car dealership.

The one automaker that outscored the independent shops was the electric carmaker Tesla, which earned high praise for its on-time repairs, courtesy, price, quality, and overall satisfaction. But part of Tesla’s current success might be because it’s new to the market, and it has a relatively small number of customers to satisfy compared with the established luxury brands. «Read the rest of this article»

Volkswagen to produce New midsize SUV in Chattanooga Tennessee

July 15, 2014 |

Approximately 2,000 additional jobs to be created

Wolfsburg, Germany – Within the framework of its Strategy 2018 plan, the Volkswagen Group is expanding its industrial footprint in the US. The Board of Directors of Volkswagen Group of America has decided to award the production of the new midsize SUV to the Chattanooga plant in Tennessee.

The Group will be investing a total of approximately US$900 million (€643 million) in the production of a newly developed, seven-passenger SUV, and creating 2,000 additional jobs in the US. About US$600 million (€432 million) will be invested in Tennessee.

New midsize SUV from Volkswagen to be produced in Chattanooga [Concept car shown]. (©Volkswagen of America, Inc.)

Consumer Reports 2014 Car Brand Report Cards has Acura & Audi joining Lexus at the Head of the Class

March 15, 2014 |

Yonkers, NY — Luxury brands rule the roost this year as Acura and Audi moved up a few spots to join Lexus with the top three highest scores in Consumer Reports’ annual car brand report cards.

A perennial top scorer, Lexus earned the highest marks (79) for the second straight year. Consumer Reports’ analysis finds the bulk of its models are usually quiet, comfortable, and fuel-efficient. Lexus was the only brand to achieve an excellent average overall reliability score. «Read the rest of this article»

Consumer Reports 2013 Annual Car Brand Report Cards: Lexus, Subaru and Mazda Earn Top Honors

March 12, 2013 |

Audi leads inconsistent European pack; Cadillac shines among struggling domestics

Yonkers, NY – With a current crop of luxury models that are quiet, comfortable, fuel efficient, and among the most reliable, Lexus has earned the best overall score in Consumer Reports’ 2013 annual Car Brand Report Cards.

Lexus’ models are rarely sporty, but the brand’s overall score of 79 was earned on a foundation of plush and very reliable vehicles. Consumer Reports currently Recommends 100-percent of the Lexus vehicles it has tested.

Consumer Reports 2013 Annual Car Brand Report Cards

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AAA reports New E15 Gasoline May Damage Vehicles and Cause Consumer Confusion

December 1, 2012 |

AAA research reveals need for regulators and industry to suspend E15 sales to protect motorists

Orlando, FL – A recent survey by AAA finds a strong likelihood of consumer confusion and the potential for voided warranties and vehicle damage as a result of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) recent approval of E15 gasoline.

An overwhelming 95 percent of consumers surveyed have not heard of E15, a newly approved gasoline blend that contains up to 15 percent ethanol. With little consumer knowledge about E15 and less than five percent of cars on the road approved by automakers to use the fuel, AAA is urging regulators and the industry to stop the sale of E15 until motorists are better protected.

New E15 Gasoline (15% Ethanol) may confuse consumers and damage vehicles

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Consumer Reports Auto Reliability Surveys shows Ford Continuing to Fall while Seven Japanese Brands Top List

November 11, 2012 |

Audi and Cadillac make major jumps in Rankings

Yonkers, NY – A perfect storm of reliability problems has dropped Ford to next to last among the 28 car brands ranked in Consumer Reports 2012 Annual Auto Reliability Survey, while its luxury brand, Lincoln, placed just a notch higher. The findings were released today before the Automotive Press Association in Detroit.

Only two years ago, Ford was Detroit’s poster child for reliability. It cracked the top 10 among brands in Consumer Reports predicted-reliability scores, with more than 90 percent of its models being average or better. This year the top seven spots are all held by Japanese brands. «Read the rest of this article»

Tennessee High Schools to join Career Preparation network for students

June 24, 2012 |

Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Department of Education announces the state’s involvement in a pioneering new network focused on career preparation for high school students, created in collaboration with national education nonprofit Jobs for the Future and Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education.

The Pathways to Prosperity Network is a multi-state, multi-year initiative promoting school partnerships with public and private sector leaders in six states: Tennessee, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, Missouri and North Carolina. «Read the rest of this article»

Consumer Reports Automaker Report Cards 2012: Subaru Drives Into Top Spot as Honda Slips

March 3, 2012 |

Mazda’s score improves most while Ford’s falls the farthest

Yonkers, NY – Riding a wave of impressive redesigned models in the last few years, Subaru for the first time has earned the top score in Consumer Reports automaker report cards for 2012.

Subaru’s score of 75, two points higher than last year, reflects better test scores for such redesigned models as the Impreza, Legacy, and Outback over the last few years. The 2012 Impreza, which Consumer Reports just tested, now tops the small-sedan class and is the Consumer Reports Top Pick in that category. Subaru’s average road-test score of 82 is the highest in Consumer Reports analysis. «Read the rest of this article»

Consumer Reports: Buying A Used Car May Be A Better Deal Than Ever

February 29, 2012 |

Improving reliability among manufacturers make the gamble of buying used less risky; Many automakers are closing in on Honda & Toyota’s lead

Yonkers, NY – With every passing year, buying a used car becomes less of a gamble according to a new analysis by Consumer Reports.  Even the least reliable car-makers are gaining ground on the perennial reliability leaders, Toyota and Honda; Volvo has made the most dramatic improvement over the last decade, but almost all automakers have improved their products in recent years.

Consumer Reports compared the percentage of problem-free, three-year-old models from its 2002 and 2011 Annual Auto surveys for 13 automakers based on their product output for which owners did not report any serious problems with their cars during the 12 months covered by each survey. «Read the rest of this article»

Super Bowl XLVI thoughts

By Wade Neely | February 5, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – Like many of you, I took Super Bowl Sunday as my chance to camp out in front of a TV with friends to watch the biggest sporting event of the year in America.

And while I nearly ate myself into a food coma (wings, dips, and tenderloin dominated our watch party menu), I still present to you my quick thoughts from Super Bowl XLVI. «Read the rest of this article»

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