Blog Category: BMW

2012 Brand Image Awards

Submitted by AutoBuying101.c... on April 12, 2012 - 6:28am

In every industry, perception and what we think of specific companies, brands and logos goes a long way in contributing to our purchase decisions. When it comes to buying a new car or truck, this brand awareness and perception goes a long way in how we research our vehicle purchases and ultimately in the vehicle we choose to buy.

2012 New York Auto Show - BMW

Submitted by Gordon Blau on April 7, 2012 - 10:54am

The new-to-us BMW X1 crossover made its American debut in New York. It has been on sale in Europe for a couple of years. BMW calls this a subcompact SAV (Sports Activity Vehicle) and it slots below the X3.

The X1 will be available with a 4 cylinder and exclusively in the US, a 6 cylinder. Acceleration in that model should be brisk, to say the least.

Nadaguides Best Cars Buys For 2011

Submitted by Steve Moretti on August 12, 2011 - 8:19am

NADAguides.com, one of leading vehicle pricing and information sites, released its list of Best Car Buys for 2011, with Honda dominating the list with 5 models while Kia, Toyota and Chevrolet had 3 models across multiple categories.

The list, which was created based on value, efficiency, consumer piece of mind, and safety ratings cover a variety of vehicle types including Vans, Wagons, Sedans, Luxury, Coupes, Sports, SUVs, Trucks, and Hybrids.

Edmunds.com's 2011 Used Car Best Bets

Submitted by Lee Morrell on July 28, 2011 - 9:27am

We’ve been talking a lot about used cars, lately.

The reason is simple: there are some really great deals to be gotten if you know what to look for and how to spot them. Our friends at Edmunds have put together their annual Edmunds Used Car Best Bets, which is a great list that will help you in that search.

2011 Top Safety Picks By The IIHS

Submitted by Steve Moretti on July 11, 2011 - 3:14pm

Their name is a little hard to remember, but if you are in the market for a new or used auto, you definitely do not want to forget who the IIHS is. Formed over 50 years ago, the mission of the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety (IIHS) is to help reduce deaths, injuries, and property damage.

TrueCar Releases TrueTrends Report for June

Submitted by Lee Morrell on July 11, 2011 - 2:02pm

TrueCar.com recently put out its TrueTrends Auto Industry Intelligence report for the month of June and the information, once again, paints a great picture for consumers in the market to buy a new car.

The manufacturers are continuing to put solid incentives and rebates out, hoping to entice consumers off of the sidelines. And with June the kickoff of the bread and butter months for car dealers, they are willing to bend a bit to sell a car or two.

So what is TrueCar telling us and how can it help you get a new car?

ALG's 2011 Residual Value Award Winners

Submitted by Lee Morrell on June 13, 2011 - 10:08am

One of the most complex concepts consumers will encounter when trying to decide if buying or leasing is the best option for them, is “residual.”

What is residual value?

This number is the projected market value of a vehicle at a given point in time in the future.

So, when it comes to leasing, the residual value is used to help calculate how much a vehicle will depreciate (lose value) during the lease period…and thus how much the consumer should pay every month to lease the vehicle now.

Forbes Magazine Names the Auto Brands that Americans Think Are Best

Submitted by Lee Morrell on June 13, 2011 - 9:29am

In an article recently published by Forbes Magazine, the publishers identify the automotive brands that Americans think are the best. This is not a list made up of the best selling cars in America, as that would be populated by Chevrolets, Toyotas and Fords.

2011 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Award Winners Announced

Submitted by Lee Morrell on June 13, 2011 - 8:58am

In a world where image really is everything, consumer opinion can make or break a brand. Recognizing that, Kelley Blue Book – a longtime industry leader in automotive research and information – has just released its annual Brand Image Awards for 2011. The awards, which are based on detailed data from KBB Market Intelligence’s Brand Watch study and are derived from an online study of more than 12,000 in market auto shoppers, recognize the best of the best in 10 categories. These different categories leave no market uncovered.

TrueCar Releases TrueTrends Report for May

Submitted by Lee Morrell on May 30, 2011 - 5:51pm

Our friends at TrueCar.com recently released the May TrueTrends report, their monthly car buying industry trend report and, as it is jam packed with some fantastic information for new auto buyers, we thought we’d break down some of the more interesting tidbits for you.

According to TrueCar:

J.D. Power & Associates 2011 Vehicle Dependability Study

Submitted by Lee Morrell on May 10, 2011 - 10:42am

You would think that after all Toyota went through with their “memorable for all the wrong reasons” 2010, the brand would have taken a hit in the many surveys and studies that are taken on the topic of dependability.

Car & Driver 10Best Cars for 2011

Submitted by Steve Moretti on March 9, 2011 - 9:37am

Car and Driver, one of the leading automotive publications dedicated to enthusiasts and auto reviews, recently announced their 10Best Cars for 2011. The full coverage of their 10Best selections can be found in the January magazine edition and on their website, CarandDriver.com.

Kiplinger Personal Finance Announces Their 2011 Best Values

Submitted by Steve Moretti on March 7, 2011 - 2:48pm

Kiplinger Personal Finance recently launched their 2011 Car Buying Guide on their website, and published their "Top Picks" recommendations in the March 2011 magazine issue available now. Kiplinger's categorized autos in 11 categories and ranked them by price, performance, safety, roominess, and driving impressions. You can see their full research functionality on the Kiplinger website.

Kelley Blue Book Announces the 2011 Best Resale Value Award Winners

Submitted by Steve Moretti on March 7, 2011 - 1:23pm

As you evaluate different makes and models during your auto buying research process, one of the helpful factors involved in your decision should be the evaluation of a auto's resale value. This can help ensure you get the most for your money, and if you ever decide to sell or trade-in your auto, that you get a good return for your next purchase.

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