China-Japan Ties: Upswing in a Business-Only Marriage
at The Street - Tue May 06, 8:49AM CDT
The relationship is on the mend as a Japanese lawmakers visit Beijing. But don't expect the warming feelings to last.
U.S. Auto Sales Grow in April - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon May 05, 5:20PM CDT
The strong U.S. light vehicle sales in Mar 2014 continued in April for large automakers like General Motors Company (GM), Toyota Motor Corp. (TM), Chrysler and Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. (NSANY).
1 Japanese Automaker Was Left in the Dust As Its Competitors Sped Away in April
Daniel Miller, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Mon May 05, 1:28PM CDT
New vehicle sales in the U.S. surged ahead in April, continuing the momentum from late March after sales were reluctant to drive higher early this year. Nissan , Fiat Chrysler , and Toyota led the charge with double-digit gains and helped push...
Forget the Economic Data, Buy Gold and Silver
at The Street - Fri May 02, 12:48PM CDT
Despite impressive economic data, the economy is not out of the woods yet. So continue hedging your portfolios with gold and other precious metals.
3 Ways Consumers Overestimate Their Electric Cars
at The Street - Fri May 02, 5:00AM CDT
Enthusiastic electric car buyers often aren't comparing their new car against a brand-new gasoline or diesel car, but rather against something older.
Recall Woes Didn't Dent General Motors Company's Sales
John Rosevear, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu May 01, 6:30PM CDT
Sales of the all-new 2014 GMC Sierra pickup rose 21% in April, GM said on Thursday. Photo credit: General Motors General Motors said on Thursday that its U.S. sales rose 7% in April, beating estimates, as several new GM models posted strong...
Here Are the Cheapest SUVs Today
at The Street - Thu May 01, 10:04AM CDT
All dollar figures reflect 2014 manufacturer's suggested retail pricing for each vehicle's base trim line, including destination charges.
Global Electric Taxi Market 2014-2018: Market to Grow at a CAGR of 33%
M2 - Wed Apr 30, 3:29AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2t4798/global_electric) has announced the addition of the "Global Electric Taxi Market 2014-2018: Market to Grow at a CAGR of 33%" report to their offering. The Global Electric Taxi market to grow at a CAGR of 33% over the period 2013-2018. The high demand for low-cost electric taxis, primarily in emerging countries, is a major trend being witnessed in the Global Electric Taxi market. Some of the major countries witnessing a strong demand for electric taxis are China, the Philippines, and India. These countries are witnessing growing demand for micro electric taxis, which come in the form of e-rickshaws in India or e-trikes in Philippines. These electric taxis cost much less than pure-electric taxis, making them a more viable option for many buyers. However, these low-cost electric taxis usually do not undergo crash testing and high-cost design improvements. Nevertheless, these factors make them a more affordable option for many consumers. According to the report, the main factor driving the Global Electric Taxi market is the cost-effectiveness of EVs. The EVs currently being used as taxis are pure-electric taxis that do not require any gasoline. After charging, the vehicle's battery can run on the same electric charge for about 80 miles, thus helping users save on running costs on each trip. For example, a Chevrolet Volt can cover over 80 miles per charge while the Tesla S can cover more than 280 miles. Fuel costs are surging, so using an electric car as a taxi can be highly beneficial, especially on short journeys. Further, the report states that the main challenge faced by the Global Electric Taxi market is the limited range of travel that they offer. Most EVs that are affordable for consumers have a limited range of only 80-100 miles per charge and they also need a few hours to charge completely. Hence, when the vehicle runs out of charge, it cannot be used for a few hours leading to a loss in profits for taxi-owners. Also, these vehicles cannot be driven when they are being charged, which is a major drawback for taxi drivers. Key vendors dominating this space are: - BYD Motor Corp. - Chery Automobile Co. Ltd. - Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. - SAIC Motor Corp. Ltd. - Tesla Motors Inc. Other vendors mentioned in the report are: - BMW AG - Fiat Group - General Motors Co. - Honda Motor Co. Ltd. - Mitsubishi Motor Corp. - Toyota Motor Corp. - Volkswagen Group. Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Geographical Segmentation - Key Leading Countries - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2t...l_electric
Saleen Makes Move into Performance Electric Vehicles
ACCESSWIRE - Tue Apr 29, 8:03AM CDT
Whitefish, MT/ April 29, 2014/ Electric vehicles have become extremely popular in the United States, especially with the launch of Tesla Motor Inc.'s (NASDAQ: TSLA) Model S. Over the past 52 weeks, Tesla's stock price has surged more than 350% compared to a 30% gain in the First Trust Global Auto Index Fund (NASDAQ: CARZ). These dynamics could provide catalysts to others in the electric vehicle space.
Toyota moving US base from California to Texas
By GILLIAN FLACCUS and MICHAEL R. BLOOD - AP - Mon Apr 28, 6:49PM CDT
TORRANCE, Calif. (AP) — Toyota delivered a surprise pink slip to California on Monday, announcing the company would move its U.S. headquarters and about 3,000 jobs from the Los Angeles suburbs to the outskirts of Dallas.
Are the Recalls Hurting General Motors Company's Sales?
John Rosevear, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Mon Apr 28, 5:36PM CDT
An all-new 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500HD High Country. GM's all-new heavy-duty pickups are just beginning to arrive at dealers. As supplies increase, GM's pickup sales totals should improve -- as long as the recall mess doesn't scare away buyers....
With Another Automaker Jumping on Board Tesla's Business Model, Will Free Charging Become Standard f
Beth McKenna, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Mon Apr 28, 9:32AM CDT
If imitation is, indeed, the sincerest form of flattery, than Tesla Motors should be blushing a deep red. Nissan Motors announced at the just-ended New York International Auto Show that it plans to offer two years of free public charging for...
IBD 50: Actavis, Spirit Lead 5 Top Earnings On Tap
at Investor's Business Daily - Sat Apr 26, 7:02AM CDT
The market is in correction with tensions in Ukraine weighing on sentiment, but several top-rated companies are slated to report earnings this week. Most of these stocks are holding up relatively well. Spirit Airlines (SAVE), ranked No. 2 on the IBD...
Tesla Motors Zoomed 1,459% To Join Great Stock List
at Investor's Business Daily - Fri Apr 25, 6:07PM CDT
Rarely do potential industry changers come along like Tesla Motors, with a stock gain of 1,459% at its Feb. 26 high and a story that is playing out on a Howard Hughesian scale. "You only build value in a company if you're doing hard work to solve...
Do You Own These 5 Toxic Stocks? Watch Out!
at The Street - Fri Apr 25, 8:16AM CDT
It's time to unload these stocks from your portfolio before the next leg down.
The Great Debate -- All-Electric Cars vs. Plug-In Hybrids
at The Street - Fri Apr 25, 5:00AM CDT
For most people, plug-in hybrids win over pure electric cars. But neither provide cost payback or environmental benefit over basic gasoline/diesel cars.
Honda's profit doubles on weak yen, strong sales
By YURI KAGEYAMA - AP - Fri Apr 25, 3:36AM CDT
TOKYO (AP) — Honda said Friday that its profit for the fiscal fourth quarter zoomed to more than double the previous year's as the benefits of a weak yen added to strong sales, but momentum was forecast to ebb as the currency perk wears off.
Railroad Stocks Navigate a Choppy Track - Industry Outlook
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Apr 25, 3:02AM CDT
Railroad Stocks Navigate a Choppy Track - Industry Outlook
Railroad Stocks Navigate a Choppy Track - Zacks Analyst Interviews
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Apr 25, 3:02AM CDT
Railroad Stocks Navigate a Choppy Track - Zacks Analyst Interviews
A Closer Look at the 2015 Hyundai Sonata
John Rosevear and Rex Moore, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Apr 24, 7:15PM CDT
Hyundai revealed the U.S. version of its all-new 2015 Sonata sedan at an event in New York last week. Photo credit: Hyundai The New York International Auto Show is a major stop on the world's auto show circuit. Like so much else in New York, it's...