Applied Materials profit falls, layoffs planned Nov 13, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009. (11-12) 04:00 PST Santa Clara - -- Applied Materials Inc. said Wednesday that fiscal fourth-quarter net income fell by 40 percent and announced it would cut 1,300 to 1,500 jobs to save money as it grapples with a business downturn. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Much riding on two GM launches Nov 12, 2009
The Regal is designed to compete with the sporty Acura TSX, made by the luxury brand, and the Volvo S60. Pricing wasn t announced, but it will be between the mainstream midsize Chevrolet Malibu at $21,325 and the $27,835 base price of a larger new Buick, the LaCrosse, aimed at luxury buyers. (Boston Globe)
GM Courts Younger Buyers for Buick by Reviving `Regal' Name on Opel Model Nov 12, 2009
The Regal is intended to challenge s Acura TSX, which sold 23,598 vehicles in the U.S. through October, and s Volvo S60, which sold 5,835 units. IHS Global Insight forecasts sales for the Regal of 40,000 by 2011. (Bloomberg -- US)
Gore's season: 3 big runs Nov 5, 2009
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ROAD TEST: What not to do demonstrated by unaware hit-and-run driver in Winchester Nov 5, 2009
Police later spoke to the driver of the vehicle, an Acura MDX, who said he remembered backing out of the driveway when the driving school s vehicle was there but was not aware he had struck them. The man showed police his car, and they determined the damage was minimal. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Police Pursuit Prompts School Lockdown Nov 4, 2009
The suspect, who had been driving a red 1992 Acura, was described as a white man with a shaved head and facial hair, said La Mesa police Lt. David Bond. La Mesa police tried to stop the vehicle in the 3800 block of Bilman Street at 1:37 p.m., but the driver accelerated away. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Most companies have a dress code that prohibits front line employees from wearing unauthorized pins or buttons... Nov 3, 2009
So does this mean I shouldn't shop at Ed Voyles Acura, Honda, Hyundai and Kia. Score: 25. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Different concept rolls out at Fresno auto show Oct 30, 2009
If you goWhat: Central California Auto Show When: 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday Where: Fresno Convention Center, Exhibit Hall and Valdez Hall How much: Admission $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, $2 for children 7-12; free for child 00004000 ren 6 and younger Details, discounts: What to seeParticipating manufacturers: General Motors, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda, Lexus, Acura, Subaru and BMW. Green Trail: Hybrid and other fuel-saving makes... (Fresno Bee)
Honda Accord wagon from Europe to hit U.S. shores as the Acura TSX sport wagon Oct 30, 2009
It's going to import the Honda Accord Tourer from Europe, give it an upscaleface-lift and call it the Acura TSX sport wagon. Expect to see it in showrooms next fall. (USA Today -- Money)
Ford vehicles called 'world-class' Oct 30, 2009
Toyota's Scion was ranked as the No. 1 most reliable brand for the second year in a row followed by Honda, Toyota, Nissan's Infiniti and Honda's Acura for the top five. The only domestic brand to crack that list was Ford Motor Co.'s Mercury, at No. 10. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
School Leaders Enjoy Lavish Perks Oct 30, 2009
Among the perks are a 2009 Acura driven by the University of Nebraska's vice president and general counsel. University of Nebraska Chancellor Harvey Perlman drives a 2007 Lexus. (7 KETV Omaha)
Consumer confidence gloomiest in 30 years Oct 29, 2009
The cars beat out the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, while the Lincoln MKZ topped the rival Acura TL and Lexus ES.. U.S. Steel Corp.'s losses persisting. (Honolulu Advertiser)
AutoNation to buy Honda, Acura dealerships Oct 28, 2009
said it has signed agreements to acquire Valley Honda and Valley Acura in Spokane, Wash. The Fort Lauderdale-based auto retailer (NYSE: AN) said the dealerships, which will be renamed AppleWay Honda and AppleWay Acura, will become the ninth and 10th new vehicle franchises in Spokane owned by AutoNation. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Chrysler ranks last in predicted reliability Oct 28, 2009
Oct. 27, 2009 12:49 PM USA Today. When it comes to predicted reliability - coming after years of gab from Detroit about how its cars don't break down anymore - six American brands rank dead last in Consumer Reports' latest predictions on automotive reliability being released now. (AZCentral -- Business)
Asians top auto reliability survey Oct 28, 2009
After Scion, Honda, Toyota, Infiniti and Acura rounded out the top five brands in reliability based on surveys taken in March of subscribers who own or lease 1. 4 million vehicles. (Republican-American)
Best Cars Are Toyota, Honda, Ford, Says Consumer Reports Oct 28, 2009
Ninety percent of Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln products were found to have average or better expected reliability, matching and even surpassing the scores posted by Honda and Toyota and their associated brands, such as Acura and Lexus, the magazine said. "It's rare for Consumer Reports to see family sedans from domestic carmakers continue to beat the reliability scores of such highly regarded Japanese models as the Camry and Accord," says David Champion, senior director of Consumer Reports,... (Time.com)
How to learn a foreign language online Oct 24, 2009
Web sites such as Livemocha have language exchange among site users. iPhone applications allow foreign language study on the go. (CNN)
CHAT TRANSCRIPT: James Healey answers your questions Oct 24, 2009
Honda had promised a diesel, fits in an Acura then probably going into the Accord, but pulled the plug on that a year ago ... The one under development for the U.S., which would apparently have gone int an Acura first, had a ways to go, it seemed to me ... Some brands, Acura for example, make it policy to offer head restraints wherever a person can sit. (USA Today -- Money)
New Auto Dealership Set To Open In Seaside Oct 23, 2009
Don Butts, who currently owns an Acura and Cadillac dealership in Seaside, said he is now on the verge of closing a deal that will bring a new Chevrolet/Cadillac dealership to the Seaside Auto Mall ... The Chevrolet/Cadillac dealership will not share space with the Butts' Acura dealership, but both will be on the same block in the Seaside Auto Mall. (KSBW 8, CA)
All bets are off Oct 21, 2009
Turf bores - Golden Gate Fields joins economy in the tank. Article:Turf bores - Golden Gate Fields joins economy in the ta:/c/a/2009/10/20/SP7B1A51T1. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Cable basks in his big day Oct 20, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009. Tom Cable, who has spent the last couple of weeks being identified as a dead man walking, either channeled his inner Singletary, found his own boiling point, or finally figured that the Raiders' only path to survival (both his and theirs) is to snap. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Honda model updates may come faster Oct 18, 2009
Honda already has developed six-speed automatic transmissions for two new models in its Acura luxury brand, the ZDX sport coupe and the MDX sport utility vehicle. So far this year, Honda's US sales are down 25 per cent compared with the first nine months of last year, but its market share has grown from 11 to 11. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Limbaugh already down a vote in bid to buy Rams (AP) Oct 14, 2009
Acura MDX at Edmunds. com Find Unbiased Car Buying Research. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Litter cleanup backer makes bigger plans Oct 12, 2009
In June, Mr. Frischknecht was one of the organizers, along with Augusta Commissioner Jimmy Smith and former Acura of Augusta manager Rick Brady, of a cleanup that covered 12 miles of Gordon Highway. A second cleanup is scheduled Nov. 7, with volunteers again meeting at 6:30 a.m. at Southgate Shopping Center, and this time taking on Deans Bridge Road, too. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Talking Cars: What do I do with my flat head? Oct 11, 2009
Question: I own a 2002 Acura MDX. With winter around the corner and since I do a lot of night driving, I would like to replace the headlight bulbs with a brighter bulb so I can see better at night. What can you suggest. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
New luxury cars rev up horsepower, style Oct 9, 2009
Look closely at Acura's new-for-2010 ZDX. If you take in the overall shape, you might miss that this hatchback with hidden rear door handles has four doors ... 7-liter V-6 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and comes standard with Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive ... Acura also adds a V-6 to its TSX sedan for the first time. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Taylor: A familiar name, an interrupted record Oct 8, 2009
He s a gadget guy who carries an iPhone and brags about the navigation system in his Acura sports utility vehicle. His most expensive project was a multimillion-dollar Westwood plant the company bought in 1991 and refitted to automate the insertion of coupons and special publications into newspapers. (Boston Globe)
Honda sales slumped in September Oct 5, 2009
Sales last month for Honda s flagship division were off 19 percent to 69,970 vehicles while sales for the automaker s luxury Acura division sank 27 percent to 7,259 vehicles ... That decline came as Honda-division sales tumbled 24 percent to 807,508 vehicles while the Acura badge saw sales plummet 34 percent to 76,628 vehicles ... Marysville, Ohio-based employs more than 12,000 workers at assembly and engine plants in and around Central Ohio, where they produce Honda Accords, CR-Vs, Elements and... (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Sept. Luxury Sales Serve as Auto Market Barometer Sep 30, 2009
The 22,000 Ford Focuses sold through clunkers outnumbered all the vehicles sold by Lexus, BMW, Mercedes and Acura combined, according to figures provided by the Department of Transportation. "They didn't get invited to the clunker party," said Jeremy Anwyl, CEO of the auto Web site Edmunds. (ABC News -- Wire)
Parking woes put the squeeze on reader Sep 26, 2009
As we stepped out the doors, a woman driving a white Acura whipped right in front of us and up onto the sidewalk. Be aware we have senior citizens who exit out those doors after their senior exercise class. (Boston Globe)
Changing times Sep 19, 2009
The Huffman group also sells new Honda, Acura, Subaru, Mazda and Volkswagen vehicles. It was actually a great move for us, Huffman said, adding that his dealership group now has one less manufacturer to answer to. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Honda to build new Accord at East Liberty Sep 11, 2009
The Accord is manufactured at Honda s Marysville plant along with the Acura TL and RDX. ... We have continued to advance our products and the flexible and efficient manufacturing capabilities that build them, to create new value for Honda and Acura customers, said Honda of America CEO Hidenobu Iwata, in a release from the company. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Honda to build new Accord in Ohio Sep 11, 2009
We have continued to advance our products and the flexible and efficient manufacturing capabilities that build them, to create new value for Honda and Acura customers, said Honda of America CEO Hidenobu Iwata, in a release from the company. The addition of the Accord Crosstour not only signifies our commitment to the state, but also our trust in the Ohio associates to build this top-of-the-line new Honda vehicle. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Gen Art and Rock Media Announce Merger Sep 9, 2009
Gen Art's programming is supported by and created in conjunction with dozens of high-profile corporate partners including Acura, Arizona Iced Beverages, American Express, Anheuser-Busch, Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals, Blackberry, Citibank, Delta Air Lines, Diageo, Giorgio Armani, Kenneth Cole, Lipton, Nokia, Seven for All Mankind, Soyjoy, Sony, and Starbucks. Rock Media, founded in 2007 by Scott Rosenblum and Nicole Purcell, has produced and participated in a variety of entertainment... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Talking Cars: Hot engines, cold critters Sep 7, 2009
QUESTION: I own a 2002 Acura MDX with 58,000 miles. I recently had the timing belt replaced along with the brakes replaced. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Mandelblit: Avoid Being an Auto Theft Target Sep 5, 2009
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AutoWeek Magazine Selects 10 of Its Favorite Tailgate Vehicles Sep 5, 2009
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Singh looking for playoff revival at TPC of Boston Sep 4, 2009
By JIMMY GOLEN, AP Sports Writer. Friday, September 4, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Stoops not interested in more neutral-site games Sep 2, 2009
Used Car Pricing and Research Get Acura RSX Discounts. Your Guide To Home Improvement. (Yahoo News)
Toyota, Hyundai, Honda's Sales Gains Lead U.S. Rebound for Asian Carmakers Sep 2, 2009
Honda, fourth in U.S. sales behind General Motors Co., Toyota and sold 161,439 Honda and Acura brand vehicles last month, gaining on higher demand for Civic and Fit small cars, Insight hybrids and compact CR-V utility vehicles. The companys market share rose 1 percentage point to 12. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
GM delays new Buick shipments on quality concerns Sep 2, 2009
GM is currently advertising the LaCrosse, a midsize luxury sedan that is designed to compete with Acura, Lexus and Toyota models. Its marketing campaign, called "Take a Look at Me Now," will feature television spots, as well as ads that run in cinemas and digital media. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
LeaseTrader.com business up 28% Sep 1, 2009
The company s Web site includes a variety of makes and models, from Acura to Volvos. In an article published earlier this month by the Phoenix Business Journal, a sister publication, Stiberman said that, last year, LeaseTrader. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Missouri Launches Pilot Program to Combat Theft of Automobile License Plate Tabs Aug 31, 2009
After Paragon implemented the new stimulus plan they had their best used vehicle sales month and became the #1 certified pre-owned Honda and Acura dealer in the world. If half of the dealers in the country (10,000) generated the same tax revenue last month it would generate a total of $20 billion in only one month. (Saint Louis Front Page)
Lesser access for babies? Aug 29, 2009
Gloria Person (left), sales and leasing consultant for Crown Acura of Richmond, and Theo Stratus-Gianakos, general manager, show off the 2010 Acura RL.. Car dealers and industry observers are puzzling over whether the now-ended Cash for Clunkers program will jump-start the recession-hammered auto industry or just be a flash in the economic pan. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
TALKING CARS: Patience (with spark plugs) is a virtue Aug 29, 2009
QUESTION: I own a 2000 Acura RL with only 36,800 miles ... I would get another price on replacement and would use only the factory Acura timing belt. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Honolulu car thefts down 19.6% in 2008 Aug 25, 2009
In Honolulu, the top 10 stolen cars in 2008 were the 1995 Honda Civic, 1993 Honda Accord, 1995 Acura Integra, 1997 Dodge Caravan, 1988 Toyota Camry, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 1995 Nissan Pickup, 1997 Dodge Ram Pickup, 1998 Ford Ranger and 1988 Toyota Pickup, according to Hot Wheels 2009, the companion study to the NICB s Hot Spots Auto Theft report. The 1994 Honda Accord was the most stolen vehicle of 2008, nationwide. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Car break-ins concern Midtown Aug 23, 2009
The dash was torn up so bad in one guy s Acura TL, it is going to cost thousands of dollars to fix his car alone, Keen said. And he still never got into the locked glove box. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Davis calls energy crisis over Aug 22, 2009
State of emergency, in effect since '01, revoked. Friday, November 14, 2003. (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
TALKING CARS: Bang, squeak, whir! Aug 22, 2009
Question: I own a 2002 Acura MDX with 61,000 miles. Is there any brighter headlight for both high and low beam that I can put in with out doing any damage to the electrical system. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Favre shaky but Vikings beat Chiefs in his debut Aug 22, 2009
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI, AP Sports Writer. Saturday, August 22, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Handfull of dealers sticking with Clunkers program Aug 22, 2009
- Acura of Augusta (today only). - Gordon Chevrolet (today and maybe Monday). (The Augusta Chronicle)
More of this story Aug 20, 2009
In the burn out contest, there were 13 cars registered for the burn outs ranging from a 1995 Acura to a 1977 Chevy van driven by Robert Boushie, who was a first place winner last year. Power Burn winners were: Mark Benjamin, first place in his 1989 Ford Mustang; second place went to Rick Gobert in a 1977 Chevy Nova; and third place was won by Ken Salois in a 1985 Chevy Blazer. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Cash for Clunkers Finishes, Dealer Stimulus Program Begins Aug 20, 2009
In addition, the used vehicle component of the new stimulus plan has helped them become the #1 certified pre-owned Honda and Acura dealer in the world this month. "This is our best used vehicle month ever," said Benstock. (PR Newswire)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Aug 18, 2009
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
The Art Of Modeling A Better Hybrid Auto Aug 17, 2009
Honda (HMC) expanded an air bag safety recall by 440,000 additional vehicles, including certain Accords, Civics and Acura TLs. Shares fell 0. (Investors Business Daily)
Honda to increase production shifts Aug 15, 2009
He said there are no plans to add weekend work at the Marysville plant, which primarily builds the Accord sedan and coupe, the Acura TL sedan and Acura RDX sport-utility vehicle. Honda also is bringing Saturday work back to its Lincoln, Ala. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Undrafted rookie driven to succeed Aug 12, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009. (08-11) 21:02 PDT -- Every summer, hundreds of undrafted rookie free agents strive to make NFL rosters against substantial odds. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
American Le Mans Acura Sports Car Results Aug 10, 2009
(1) Simon Pagenaud, France; Gil de Ferran, Brazil; Acura ARX-02a (1, P1), 118 ... (2) Scott Sharp, Jupiter, FL; David Brabham, Australia; Acura ARX-02a (2, P1), 118 ... (3) Luis Diaz, Mexico; Adrian Fernandez, Mexico; Acura ARX-01B (1, P2), 116. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The Best Cars for Haggling Prices Aug 10, 2009
The A8 joins the Land Rover Range Rover, Acura MDX and Chrysler 300 on our list of the easiest cars to bargain for this summer. They're all selling for thousands of dollars off their manufacturer suggested retail prices. (ABC News -- Business)
* Ford to accelerate product line-up Aug 10, 2009
Fords advertising campaign will compare Taurus technology and other features against more expensive luxury sedans from Audi, Lexus, Acura and Infiniti. The company is partnering with Microsoft to emphasize the Taurus high-tech features, creating ads with barcodes that smartphone users can scan to access information about the car. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
EBay, GM set to start car-selling trial Tuesday Aug 10, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Local residents cash in clunkers Aug 9, 2009
Timothy Foraker of Los Alamos had one of those sedans a 1991 Acura he used in the CARS program ... He recently purchased a Toyota Prius and got 4,500 in trade for his Acura ... He said if it wasn t for the CARS program, he probably would still have his tired old Acura. (Santa Maria Times)
BIG BOOST: Briscoe lauds 'push to pass' rule Aug 9, 2009
After dominating the GTS and GT1 classes with eight consecutive titles, Corvette will return to the American Series for the Acura Sports Car Challenge at Mid-Ohio in the GT2 division. The redesigned C6. (USA Today -- Sports)
De Ferran to retire from American Le Mans Series Aug 8, 2009
After capturing the American Series pole position at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course for Sunday's Acura Sports Car Challenge, the 2003 Indianapolis 500 winner announced he was retiring from driving after the 2009 season to focus on overseeing an ambitious expansion of de Ferran Motorsports. The single-car team formed in 2008 by de Ferran wants to mushroom into a multicar operation next season, fielding two cars in both the ALMS and IndyCar circuits. (USA Today -- Sports)
CHAT TRANSCRIPT: What's a small, sporty Focus replacement? Aug 8, 2009
Also, if you were buying, which would you prefer, RX, Acura MDX or Highlander. James Healey: "Worth it," in pure value terms. (USA Today -- Money)
