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J.D. Power study finds ACEN technology woes affecting vehicle reliability for consumers

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Dependability has a direct impact on purchase decisions and brand loyalty. Among owners who experienced no problems with their vehicle, 55% purchased the same brand again. In contrast, only 41% of owners who experienced three or more problems with their vehicle stayed with the same brand for their next purchase.

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Cash for Clunkers Buoys US Auto Sales; Hybrid Sales Up 31.8% for Monthly New Vehicle Share of 3.55%

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The Tundra full-size pickup recorded July sales of 6,313 units, down 52.9%. American Honda Motor Co., Nevertheless, July was Honda’s highest volume month so far this year. Total sales of the fuel-efficient Honda Civic increased 3.1% The new Honda Insight hybrid posted 2,295 units. RX Hybrid sales were down 4.9%.