Something's Not Right
Sat, Feb 2010 04:38
| Accelerator Problem, Toyota
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After Toyota's dramatic decision to halt sales on its eight biggest selling models, it announced yesterday that it would begin selling again - provided dealers have enough parts to repair existing customers vehicles first.http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100205/RETAIL07/100209917/1290Surely this is a smart decision for the manufacturer who has blundered its PR management
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2008 Carver 56 ft SE Voyager - Calista Ann
Mon, Feb 2010 05:40
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OK. This does not technically fall into "Everything Autos" but it is owned by one of my clients in Automotive Leasing. I had the pleasure of taking her out last summer and she is the bomb. With just 30 hours on the Twin Volvo 675 Diesels, she's as close to new as you can get.Combine that with a $500k savings off of a comparably equipped new model, and you've got a once in a lifetime opportunity
AutoBidsOnline Rising - An Open Letter To New Car Dealers
Thu, Jan 2010 02:41
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Have a look at our new video - let's get the online new car buying craze started!
Seller Beware!
Mon, Jan 2010 06:40
| Online Car Buying, Financial Advice, Ruggles Report, David Ruggles, Negotiation
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Long time away from the blogging scene. With the holidays and hunting season in full swing, it's been a busy December and January. Alas, my hunting seasons are mostly over and the corners of my mind are again filled with all things auto retail. And with that, another disturbing online scam is surfacing as told to me by good friend David Ruggles of the Ruggles Report. In short, DO NOT trust the
North Texas Suzuki Dealership's Better Business Bureau Accreditation Dropped
Mon, Dec 2009 11:43
| Auto Dealers, Better Business Bureau, Unethical Business Practices, Dealer Games
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Per the local CBS station, Suzuki Cars of McKinney has been dropped by the Better Business Bureau for unethical business practices. A large volume of customer complaints led to a BBB undercover investigation as CBS 11 reports:http://cbs11tv.com/local/Suzuki.Cars.of.2.1379440.htmlIt is stories like this that give dealers everywhere a bad name. And it's a shame.You would think some people would
How To Buy Your Next New Car Online And Get Best Possible Price
Fri, Dec 2009 09:35
| Online Car Buying, AutoBidsOnline.com, Auto Buying Tips, Ignite Conference, Car Loans, Rob Gruhl, Best Deal, confrontation, New Car, financing options, Buying Strategy, new car purchase, Negotiation
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A friend just sent me a link to a presentation by a gentleman named Rob Gruhl at the Ignite Conference in Seattle a few years ago.http://consumerist.com/2009/12/buy-a-new-car-without-getting-ripped-off.html#commentsIt's quick, clear and concise and hits on some great points. Very well done.Selfishly, almost everything he is touches on are the consumer pain points that led to our creation of
AutoBidsOnline Car of the Week - 09 Infiniti G37
Tue, Dec 2009 05:15
| AutoBidsOnline.com, Residual Value, Infiniti, Ruggles Report, TrueCar.com, Edmunds.com, Infiniti G37, Luxury Sedan, AutoBidIt, Jeff Cook, Resale Value, David Ruggles, TMV
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2009 Infiniti G37 4dr Sedan x AWDThis week’s AutoBidsOnline spotlight on the best and brightest in the new car market takes a look at the 2009 Infiniti G37 4dr Sedan x AWD. The G37 continues to lead the way with a stunning array of features including ultra-comfortable seats, an elegant interior and very impressive audio systems. This vehicle stands out for offering overall performance at the top
My Take On Fritz Henderson's Sudden Departure
Fri, Dec 2009 01:02
| GM, Fritz Henderson
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Check out my latest article detailing the firing of Fritz Henderson at GM. The spinsters claim he stepped down on his own. I'm not so sure about that. See for yourself and let me know what you think!
Forbes Best and Worst Cars Report
Tue, Dec 2009 04:13
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Our friends at Cherokee publishing just reported on Forbes' Magazine's new study of best and worst new and used cars. Pretty damn interesting. If you happen to own one of the worst USED cars, you would be well served to look for a new one. And if you are here, there is no better place to get that new car than at AutoBidsOnline.com. Unfortunatley, if you are in a NEW car, you are probably so far
Cool New Website
Tue, Dec 2009 04:11
| MVPTones.com, Ringtone
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I just ran across this. It looks like a goldmine for all you sportsfans: www.mvptones.com. They are creating ringtones from the radio / tv games calls of recent sports events. Pretty cool stuff!