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- In 1885, Gottlieb Daimler invented what is often recognized as the prototype of the modern gas engine. Daimler first built a two-wheeled vehicle, the "Reitwagen" (Riding Carriage), with this engine and, a year later, built the world's first four-wheeled motor vehicle. http://inventors.about.com/library/weekl...
- The first car manufacturers--builders of entire motor vehicles for sale--were French: Panhard & Levassor (1889) and Peugeot (1891). http://inventors.about.com/library/weekl...
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Following the wildly popular Cash for Clunkers program, which began on July 24, 2009, and ended on August 24, 2009, consumers are casting about for ways to afford new cars. By following the easy, four-step process, you can save yourself hours of sorting through multiple websites as you seek rebates and incentives on your favorite brands.
Moreover, whether or not you're in the market to buy a car, come back frequently to check the latest news on each brand.
This page was last updated on 09.10.09.
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Finding Rebates and Incentives on Your Favorite Automotive Brands
If you've missed the Cash for Clunkers program, chances are that you're wondering how you can afford a new car. Well, there are still deals to be had, if you know where to look. Just follow this easy four-step process and, within a short time, you'll have all the information you need to find the best deals in your area, based upon the latest rebate and incentive information.STEP ONE: Learn more about your favorite brands and models.
a) Find your brand(s) in the Automaker Index. Not showing yet? Simply use the links in this tutorial, to start your navigation.
b) Check the company website to get the latest information about your favorite models.
c) Check the latest news about each brand.
STEP TWO: Check the Kelley Blue Book for overviews of your brands. Read histories and reviews, and watch videos featuring your favorite models.
STEP THREE: Get simple overviews of your brands' rebates and incentives at NewCars.com:
a) Go to the New Cars Rebate Center.
b) Enter your zip code to activate the list of direct results.
c) Be sure to check Special Incentives to see if you qualify. Choose from among seven incentives at the top of the page, to show only those for which you qualify: Automobility (for those who face physical-mobility challenges) * College Student * Conquest (for those who own vehicles made by competitors) * First-Time Buyer * Loyalty (for those who own vehicles made by the manufacturer) * Military * and Retiree. However, not all brands have them. Keep checking back.
d) Make a list of your favorite models that feature the rebates and incentives that you'd like to take advantage of; or
e) Sign up to receive alerts when new rebate and incentive information is available. Simply move your mouse over any icon featuring the dollar sign and envelope, or click on any model link, to fill in the pop-up window with your first name, email address, and zip code.
STEP FOUR: Visit Price Quotes.com to request multiple price quotes from dealers in your area. It's not necessary to enter all of your personal information. Just enter as much, or as little, information as you feel comfortable with, along with your preferred contact method.
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Acura
Formed in 1986, Acura is the luxury division of Honda Motor Company. The initial offerings were the Legend, a sedan with a V-6 engine, and the Integra. Marketed primarily in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.S., Acura was introduced in Mexico in 2004, China in 2006, and Russia in 2008; there are plans to introduce the brand in Japan in 2010. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acura <ref>1) ACURA Official Site * The official home of Acura. Find out information on the latest Acura cars and SUV models, Certified Used Cars. Photos, videos, and technical specs for all car models from Acura.2) Acura Overview by Kelley Blue Book
3) Acura Rebates and Incentives and Special Acura Incentives by New Cars.com
4) Local Price Quotes on New Acura Models by Price Quotes.com
Acura News
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Auto Review: 2010 Acura ZDX is more than distinctive
By Ann M. Job AP AP Photo / Acura The new-for-2010 ZDX pushes the styling envelope with a sleek, coupe-like body that rides high above the pavement, ... (December 09, 2009)Seattle Times (blog) -
Test Drive: Small cars take centre stage at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show
The new Regal arrives in the second quarter of 2010, with its sights aimed squarely on competitors like the Acura TSX and Volvo S60. ... (December 11, 2009)North Shore Outlook -
Hendrick Auto to pay $4.2M in settlement with customers
One plaintiff in the lawsuit says he paid $740 for the treatment on a new Acura when the actual cost to the dealer was only $35. ... (December 10, 2009)WFAE.org -
Editorial: Law of unintended consequences
Honda is still not paying incentives to salespeople at its 17 Honda and six Acura dealerships in Maryland and says it will wait to see the shape of ... (December 10, 2009)Daily Record (subscription)
Audi
Headquartered in Ingolstadt, Bavaria, Germany, the Audi brand was created in 1909 by German automaker August Horch. Audi is the Latin translation of "horch", which means "Hark!" or "Listen!" In 1932, Audi merged with three automotive brands: August Horch's former brand, Horch; DKW; and Wanderer. Collectively, the group became known as Auto Union. The four rings of the Audi logo represent the four automotive brands. The Volkswagen Group acquired Audi in 1964.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audi <ref>1) AUDI USA * Audi of America Inc. and its 270 dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. The Audi lineup is one of the freshest in the industry with 23 models, including 12 models launched during model years 2008 and 2009. Audi is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally.2) Audi Overview by Kelley Blue Book
3) Audi Rebates and Incentives and Special Audi Incentives by New Cars.com
4) Local Price Quotes on New Audi Models by Price Quotes.com
Audi News
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2009 Audi A3 TDI clean diesel named Car of the Year by Detroit News
Last week, the 2009 Audi A3 TDI clean diesel hatchback won the title of "Green Car of the Year" at the Los Angeles Auto Show. This week, the fuel efficient ... (December 11, 2009)Examiner.com -
News out of the headlights
Audi eschewed the LA auto show for the worldwide debut of its sleek and advanced new A8 flagship sedan. The automaker chose a design expo in Miami to unveil ... (December 11, 2009)Sacramento Bee -
LA Auto Show: 2010 Audi A3 TDI Wins Green Car of the Year Award
The 2010 Audi A3 TDI is the recipient this year, with its 42 mpg highway, sumptuous style and an exhilarating, queen-of-the-road feel. ... (December 08, 2009)Mother Proof -
VW Sales Climb 19% on China Lift
Audi said Dec. 8 that Chinese sales more than doubled in November to 16503 vehicles from 8173 units. The Volkswagen group, which also includes Italian ... (December 11, 2009)BusinessWeek
Cadillac
Cadillac was named after Antoine Laumet de la Mothe, Sieur de Cadillac, the French explorer who founded Detroit in 1701. Formed from the remnants of the Henry Ford Company upon Henry Ford's departure, the Cadillac Automobile Company was founded in 1902. A few months later, the first car, said to be identical to the 1903 Ford Model A, rolled off of the assembly line. Cadillac, in its quest for precision engineering and stylish luxury, pioneered many accessories, including full electrical systems. Following its acquisition by General Motors (GM) in 1909, Cadillac established itself as a premier luxury brand. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadillac <ref>1) CADILLAC -- Official Site * Experience the Full Collection of Cadillac Vehicles. Learn More Here.2) Cadillac Overview by Kelley Blue Book
3) Cadillac Rebates and Incentives and Special Cadillac Incentives by New Cars.com
4) Local Price Quotes on New Cadillac Models by Price Quotes.com
Cadillac News
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GM changes come at pivotal time for automaker
But GM has important new vehicles coming soon -- the Buick Regal, the Cadillac CTS coupe and the Chevrolet Cruze -- and auto show season is here. ... (December 11, 2009)Detroit Free Press -
Chinese car market overtakes that of United States
After a sharp slowdown in auto sales late last year, the Chinese government cut taxes on small cars and spent $730 million on subsidies to encourage sales ... (December 10, 2009)The Associated Press -
Rimrock Auto collecting gifts for troops, families
Rimrock Pontiac Cadillac GMC is hosting a “Salute to Soldiers” from 8 am to 8 pm today at the dealership at 2540 Phyllis Lane, a block off 24th Street West ... (December 11, 2009)Billings Gazette -
Local car thieves go for economy
But high-end Cadillacs, Hummers and Audis filled out the list. "We're seeing two very different forms of auto theft," said Rick Dubin, vice-president of ... (December 10, 2009)London Free Press
Chrysler
Walter P. Chrysler reorganized the Maxwell Motor Company (founded in 1904) into the Chrysler Corporation in 1925. Following an overhaul at Willys-Overland Motors, Chrysler arrived at Maxwell in the early 1920s. The first Chrysler automobile was produced in late 1924. The original Chrysler logo, which appeared on Chrysler cars at inception, was an earlier version of the winged logo that was adopted upon Chrysler's merger with Daimler-Benz in 1998. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler <ref>The first logo was discarded around 1954, and Chrysler went through a series of subsequent logos. The iconic pentastar first appeared in 1963 and was replaced in 1998 by the winged logo. While Chrysler vehicles sport the winged logo, the corporation has readopted an updated, three-dimensional pentastar following its purchase by the Cerberus Group in 2007. http://www.allpar.com/history/logos.html <ref>1) CHRYSLER Official Site * Visit Chrysler.com -- Get Quotes, View Inventory & More Online Today.2) Chrysler Overview by Kelley Blue Book
3) Chrysler Rebates and Incentives and Special Chrysler Incentives by New Cars.com
4) Local Price Quotes on New Chrysler Models by Price Quotes.com
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Chrysler News
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House passes arbitration measure for GM, Chrysler dealers
In judging such cases, the arbitrator must consider the economic interests of the dealerships, the auto makers and the motoring public equally. ... (December 11, 2009)Tire Business -
Chrysler CEO Slams Europe's Auto Bailouts
Chrysler has struggled to boost US vehicle sales since it filed for bankruptcy protection April 30. In November, US auto sales stabilized, ... (December 08, 2009)Wall Street Journal -
Report: US Government to Lose $30 Billion on Auto Bailout
Chrysler, which received $12 billion in assistance, has since been forgiven of a portion of that sum. However, Fiat -- which owns 20 percent of Chrysler ... (December 11, 2009)Automobile Magazine -
US cars excluded from Japan's cash-for-clunkers program
Not amused, the American Automotive Policy Council, which includes Ford, General Motors and Chrysler, criticized the policy as "outright discrimination," ... (December 11, 2009)USA Today
Dodge
In 1900, the Horace and John Dodge founded the Dodge Brothers Company, a supplier of engine and chassis components for the growing automotive industry in Detroit. Among their main customers were the Olds Motor Vehicle Company and the fledgling Ford Motor Company. However, by 1914, the Dodge brothers entered the automotive market with the Dodge Model 30. Due to their innovative approach -- which included a sliding-gear transmission (compare the Ford planetary design) -- the Dodge brothers soon earned second place in U.S. sales as early as 1916. Both brothers died in 1920, John in January and Horace in December. In 1925, the widows sold the sliding company to Dillon, Read, and Co. for a then-staggering $146 million. Ultimately, the company was sold to Walter P. Chrysler in 1928 in a stock exchange worth $170 million. Since its inception, Dodge became known for its trucks -- first the light- and medium-duty trucks, and then, by 1930, the heavy-duty trucks. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dodge <ref>1) Official DODGE Site -- New Cars, Trucks, Minivans, SUVs, Wagons * Dodge news, vehicle information, offers, Dodge dealers, price quotes and more. Compare Dodge models -- trucks, SUVs, cars. Grab Life.2) Dodge Overview by Kelley Blue Book
3) Dodge Rebates and Incentives and Special Dodge Incentives by New Cars.com
4) Local Price Quotes on New Dodge Models by Price Quotes.com
Blogs
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2010 Acura RDX -- Automotive.com First Drive Interior: read this blog post or join the discussion at Automotive.com. (December 09, 2009)blogs.automotive.com -
2010 Acura RDX Crossover Exterior Design - Review | Auto News Blog ...
Read the 2010 Acura RDX Crossover Exterior Design - Review blog post, comment and join the discussion in InternetAutoGuide's auto blog. (December 04, 2009)blogs.internetautoguide.com -
Consumer Reports Cars Blog: Pricing: 2010 Acura ZDX
2010-Acura-ZDX Acura has announced a starting price of $45495 for the new ZDX four-door luxury crossover. The sleek, new MDX-based car will be available in three trim packages: base, Technology Package ($49995) and Advanced P... (November 20, 2009)blogs.consumerreports.org -
2010 Acura TL Sedan Overall Review | Auto News Blog at ...
Read the 2010 Acura TL Sedan Overall Review blog post, comment and join the discussion in InternetAutoGuide's auto blog. (December 03, 2009)blogs.internetautoguide.com
Dodge News
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Chrysler CEO Slams Europe's Auto Bailouts
In the six months since Fiat took control of Chrysler, the Italian auto maker has split the Dodge brand in two so its trucks are now marketed under the Ram ... (December 08, 2009)Wall Street Journal -
Auto Review: Dodge Ram 1500
A standard cab pickup sometimes means not enough storage space behind the seats, but in this Dodge Ram there is decent space for groceries and other things. ... (December 10, 2009)WHTM-TV -
Dodge announces race-ready Viper SRT10 ACR-X, plus new Viper Cup racing series ...
... car designed to compete in the Viper Racing League, Sport Car Club of America and National Auto Sport Association events, Dodge announced yesterday. ... (December 11, 2009)Examiner.com -
Legislation for Auto Dealer Rights is a Hollow Victory for Many
He said Pompey Dodge was profitable when Chrysler closed it, which in his view makes the closing hard to justify. “What would help me would be some ... (December 10, 2009)BNET
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City of Austin - Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
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UPDATED June 18, 2008: SACRAMENTO, CA -- May 29, 2008 -- The California Air Resources Board is offering a $1,000 rebate towards the purchase of a Xebra electric car and truck from ...zapworld.com
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Auto Rebates, Incentives & Best New Car Deals at Automobile Magazine
View the latest auto rebates, car incentives, and other deals at Automobile Magazine.automobilemag.com
1) GMC Official Site * Check Out Offers & Pricing. See GMC Vehicle Features & Specs.2) GMC Overview by Kelley Blue Book
3) GMC Rebates and Incentives and Special GMC Incentives by New Cars.com
GMC News
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GM changes come at pivotal time for automaker
The changes at Chevrolet and Buick-GMC were different. Whitacre approved the promotion of Jim Campbell to replace Brent Dewar at Chevrolet. ... (December 11, 2009)Detroit Free Press -
Rimrock Auto collecting gifts for troops, families
Rimrock Pontiac Cadillac GMC is hosting a “Salute to Soldiers” from 8 am to 8 pm today at the dealership at 2540 Phyllis Lane, a block off 24th Street West ... (December 11, 2009)Billings Gazette -
Road Test: 2010 GMC Terrain SLT
Along with the usual power items, all Terrains come standard with ultrasonic rear parking assist and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with backup camera. ... (December 11, 2009)National Post -
Veteran auto marketer to manage Buick-GMC
DETROIT — A veteran automobile marketer was named Tuesday to lead General Motors' Buick-GMC division. Michael Richards, who held a variety of sales and ... (December 01, 2009)The Associated Press
1) The Official HONDA Site * Find the latest Honda offers & more Locate a Dealer Near You Today.2) Honda Overview by Kelley Blue Book
3) Honda Rebates and Incentives and Special Honda Incentives by New Cars.com
4) Local Price Quotes on New Honda Models by Price Quotes.com
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Honda News
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Lia Auto buys Brewster dealership
Lia Auto Group is expanding south. The Albany-based auto dealer has acquired Brewster Honda, a 75-person operation in Brewster, Putnam County, ... (December 11, 2009)Albany Business Review -
Bajaj launches Pulsar 135LS as Honda launches CB Twister
Two-wheeler major Bajaj Auto Ltd has launched the all-new Pulsar 135LS motorcycle priced at Rs51,000 ex-showroom Delhi, while rival two-wheeler maker Honda ... (December 11, 2009)domain-B -
Honda CB Twister 110cc bike launched in India
Just ahead of the Auto Expo, Honda has unveiled 110cc Honda CB Twister bike in India. Struggling to establish itself in the segment of 150cc and 125cc bike, ... (December 10, 2009)SamayLive -
Honda's PNUT Cracks the LA Auto Show
The P-NUT, which Honda unveiled at the LA Auto Show this week, is designed for cities and tight urban areas with its small, micro-car footprint. ... (December 03, 2009)BusinessWeek
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