Alice Wagner, Author at Car Reporters

27Sep

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

Buick, News

Buick Is Still Regal

Buick Rarely is the adjective regal used to describe anything but royalty and those who carry themselves in a quiet and dignified manner. Seldom can a car personify the very definition of that word either, as it typically means magnificent or suitable for a king or queen, but somehow one car has managed to step up to the plate. Buick’s Regal sedan is the bastion of regality with its quiet class and stately appearance. So while this vehicle may be fit for a king or queen, it is made to fit the budget and needs of the every man. (more…)

Don’t Like Spiders In Your Car? Ford Is Working On A Solution For That

2Aug

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

Brands, Ford, News

Don’t Like Spiders In Your Car? Ford Is Working On A Solution For That

If you are like most people, you don’t like spiders. They bite and some are even poisonous. Some people even have an irrational fear of spiders. If you don’t like spiders, you most definitely don’t like spiders in your car. Spiders in cars have even caused accidents amongst some drivers as they panic and try to get away from the arachnids all while losing control of their vehicles. For those who despise the eight legged creepers, Ford is working on a solution for you. (more…)

22Jul

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

News

Xerox Jumping Into Auto Research

It seems everyday we hear about a new tech company that is jumping into the automotive space. They want to join the race for technology in the connected car. From Google and Apple to Pioneer and Samsung, everyone wants a piece of the automotive pie. It seems that Xerox also wants to play the automotive technology game. They, however, aren’t interested in building an autonomous vehicle. They have other plans for their automotive technology. (more…)

Critics Argue Driverless Cars Are Unsafe

16Jul

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

News

Critics Argue Driverless Cars Are Unsafe

With all of the talk about autonomous, or driverless cars, the debate on safety is heating up. While self-driving car makers like Google, Apple, Uber, and Tesla claiming that autonomous vehicles will keep drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians safer, others argue that robocars cannot adjust for emergencies, causing more accidents and deaths. Why do critics argue against driverless cars? (more…)

The 2015 Kia Optima is Affordable Excellence

17Jun

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

Brands, Kia, News

The 2015 Kia Optima is Affordable Excellence

Kia has been climbing the ranks when it comes to the automotive industry. They are becoming a recognized brand that is known for affordability as well as quality. Kia has been producing vehicles for decades and has brought to market vehicles like the Sedona, Sorento, and Optima. The 2015 Kia Optima is proving to be a diamond in the rough. It is affordable excellence in the sedan market. (more…)

Chevrolet To Honor Military and Veterans With Special Discounts This Memorial Day

16May

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

Brands, Chevrolet, News

Chevrolet To Honor Military and Veterans With Special Discounts This Memorial Day

Our Military members and Veterans are important to us. They put their lives on the line everyday to protect our life, liberty, and freedom. Military members leave their families for months and even years at times to fulfill the duty and oath of protecting and serving Americans and the United States. This job is not a small feat, and many times our veterans are left behind when they have finished serving their tour or have ended their military service. (more…)

Chevrolet Sonic Named Top Safety Pick For 2015 By IIHS

12May

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

Brands, Chevrolet, News

Chevrolet Sonic Named Top Safety Pick For 2015 By IIHS

Each year the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety (IIHS) performs tests to see which vehicles are the safest on the road. Chevrolet is proud to announce that the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic was named as one of those vehicles for 2015. Customer safety has always been an important concern to General Motors and they strive to make safety a priority on every vehicle they build and put on the road. (more…)

eBay Motors has Buyers. Where are the Dealers?

4Apr

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

News

eBay Motors has Buyers. Where are the Dealers?

There are few websites that helped change the way vehicles were sold as much as eBay Motors. While goods and services were often sold online very easily 10-15 years ago, the car business was one that stayed in the brick and mortar world for as long as possible. Great strides have been made, but there's still room for improvement. With over 5 million vehicles sold on eBay Motors, it's a wonder that it hasn't picked up more steam amongst car dealers. The company is trying to change this with further initiatives to let dealers know the benefits and potential gains they can make by listing more of their inventory on the site. Those benefits would seem obvious, but there is still a disproportionate number of buyers compared to the number of vehicles available on the site. (more&helli...

1Apr

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

Brands, Dodge

2015 Dodge Journey Crossover Specs

Dodge has been a powerhouse in the Sports Utility Vehicle market for decades. With the popular Durango being a popular namesake and favorite SUV, Dodge has done it again with the 2015 Dodge Journey Crossover. Journey comes with seven trim levels: American Value Package, SE, SXT, SXT Plus, Crossroad, Limited, and R/T and provides plenty of options for everyone depending upon their lifestyles and needs. Journey has a starting MSRP of $20,295 and ranges on up to $30,895. On the 2015 Journey Crossover, you can expect to find plenty of details on the exterior. Eight colors are available, as well as sculpted front fenders flares, distinctive front fascia, crosshair grille, ring of fire LED taillamps, 8-wheel options to choose from, roof rack, and heated mirrors. Journey offers plenty of u...

25Dec

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

News

What is Yelp and How Can it Help You?

There are many review websites available online that offer tips and advice on anything from restaurants and bars to music venues and local businesses. The most common review sites include Google Reviews, Facebook, Yahoo Reviews, Local.com, Merchantcircle, Angie’s List, and CitySearch. Yelp is also one of the review sites that has picked up a lot of steam recently. Automotive dealerships historically really only worried about Google Reviews and maybe Dealer Rater, but they should include Yelp.com in the list of reviews to pay attention to. So how does Yelp.com work? Consumers can go online and post a review of their interaction with your dealership whether it was good, bad, or indifferent. They can give it a star rating from 1 to 5 and leave comments on their experience with your dea...