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Automotive News Archive02-Oct-2006Gas Prices Pushing $3 Again Gasoline prices have reached their highest levels of the year with the average price of regular unleaded gasoline nationwide now standing at $2.94 a gallon and rising. Lower-Priced Cars' Dependability Improving The gap in long-term quality between luxury and non-luxury brands has been cut in half during the past four years, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Vehicle Dependability Study. NHTSA Gives 2006 SUVs High Marks The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that rollover ratings for 2006 SUVs show "a marked improvement over 2005 models." NHTSA says the gains are due to the increased number of SUVs with electronic stability control in 2006. Ethanol Lobbying Disclosures Questioned Public Citizen has filed complaints with Congress about potential violations of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 by the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), a national association for the ethanol industry, and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), America's largest ethanol producer. Ford Makes Stability Control Standard for 2009 Trying to regain its own stability, Ford plans safety upgrades for 2009. Consumer Reports Gives RAV4 Rave Review The newly-redesigned Toyota RAV4 emerged as Consumer Reports' top-rated small sport-utility vehicle following tests of six SUVs. Chrysler Renews Discounts as Sales Slump The Chrysler group has extended its Employee Pricing Plus discount program through August 31. The sales promotion was set to expire July 31. Alfa Romeo Sets Sail for U.S. in 2009 Alfistis rejoice! Legendary Italian automaker Alfa Romeo confirms it is returning to the North American market after more than a decade's absence. A trio of contemporary new models will lead the charge.
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