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Kelley Blue Book: New-vehicle prices hit record high in November; average new EV price $65,041

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In November 2019, the luxury share of the US market was 16.1%. Porsche and Land Rover showed the most price strength in the luxury market, transacting between 2% to 6.4% Honda and Kia showed the most price strength in the non-luxury market, transacting between 6% to 8% over sticker price in November. in October.

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Japan Green-Car Subsidy Boosts Vehicle Sales 12.9% In July

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in July to 486,606 units, boosted by the government subsidy for environmentally friendly autos. Automakers “are stepping up marketing activity, urging customers who are still driving old vehicles to buy new ones before the subsidies expire,” says an official at Mitsubishi Motors Corp. Honda Motor Co. Toyota Motor Corp.

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J.D. Power Asia Pacific study finds auto brands improve in gratifying new-vehicle owners in China

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After remaining flat during the past three years, owner satisfaction with new-vehicle performance and design in China has improved from 2009, fueled by intense competition between brands and models in the market, according to the J.D. Entry midsize segment: Honda Fit. Upper premium midsize segment: Honda Accord.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Carnival SX

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Goodbye To the Minivan. Kia is out of the minivan business and is shaking up things with the all-new 2022 Carnival. The Korean car company will remind you it is not a minivan but an MPV or Multi-Purpose Vehicle. With those words it hopes to remove the stigma of people saying “I will never own a minivan.”. Drivetrain.

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Analysis: What’s the Best Way to Market EVs?

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I’ve always wondered how Harley would market its silent motorcycles. But the battery-powered two-wheelers get separate showrooms, sales methodologies and marketing programs aimed at different target audience. Five Ways To Market EVs. market; many other options await in Europe and Asia. Not an H or D in sight.

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KPMG survey finds global auto execs ranking fuel efficiency the top consumer priority

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The 2011 KPMG survey also finds the auto industry heavily investing in future technology, new products and safety improvements. With regard to investment in global growth markets, respondents predict increased investment in China (58%), India (50%), Brazil (41%) and Russia (33%). US automaker gains in market share. Investments.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

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All-New, All-Hybrid Family-Friendly Minivan. To further its electrification commitment, Toyota has released two 2021 hybrid-only models–the Venza crossover and the Sienna minivan. Next up for 2021 is the all-new Sienna Hybrid minivan, which previously was powered only by a gasoline V6. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

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