'Revolution in car values turns on fuel prices (Stuff) Big changes are taking place in the value of what most of us regard as our most important asset after our home ? our car. Significant changes are under way in the national car fleet, driven by rapidly rising oil prices, the introduction of new fuel-efficient vehicles and consumer choices.
'Dealer's rare car captures Leno's eye (The Grand Rapids Press) HOLLAND -- A month after selling Jay Leno his rare 1934 Chrysler Airflow sedan, Lloyd VerHage still gets the occasional call from the celebrity. "He was so enthused about that car and the little things he had done to it afterward," the Holland car dealer said.
'Auto passion moves Ford dealer (Eaton Rapids Community News) PORTLAND - George Vollman doesn't remember it, but his wife swears he knew when he was in high school that he wanted to own a car dealership. It wasn't a farfetched dream for a boy who grew up in metro Detroit and attended high school in Dearborn, home of Ford Motor Co.
'Ten tips: Buying a car? Here's the dealer's side (St. Petersburg Times) Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes at car dealerships? What tricks do some car dealers use to maximize profit? A writer for the automotive-information site Edmunds.com spent three months working as a car salesman so he could understand the industry from the inside.
