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Right for You?Prices range from $21,860 for the entry LX-S with a manual transmission to $28,310 for the EX-L with a manual. An EX-L with the navigation system and an automatic tops out at $30,510 � rather scary for a Honda coupe. The more practical, top-line Accord V6 sedan with a navigation system costs slightly less, at $30,260.The new Accord coupe promises to have above-average resale value and delivers a good blend of sportiness, performance and occupant accommodations. It's also a viable alternative to the Nissan Altima or Toyota Camry Solara coupe.( HOWARD Wilner levels productivity playing field)
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HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles => 100th engine to get SAE h.p. certification - 2009 Corvette ZR1 The LS9 engine in General Motor s 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 holds the distinction of being the 100th engine certified through SAE International s Engine Power Test Code - Engine Power and Torque Certification. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 engine is certified at 638 hp at 6,500 rpm, with 604 lb-ft torque at 3,800 rpm.Engine certification is based on a series of self-certification tests conducted by the manufacturer that are witnessed and verified by an SAE-qualified observer. The procedure for certification is outlined in SAE s standard J2723; the actual horsepower testing procedure is described in J1349.
Ford knows better than us that their car interiors suck. But there is mounting evidence, however tenuous, that FoMoCo is moving beyond acceptance to transformation. A few minutes spent in the new Ford Flex CUV are all Mustang fans need to light the candle of hope. The new 2010 Mustang will be a nice place to sit. The 2008 Mustangs, however, just aren�t.Younger and older buyers alike appreciate low purchase and operating costs, and previously Corollas have proven reliable and not an expensive insurance proposition. First-time drivers will do well with straightforward controls, minimal distractions, and standard passive safety equipment, and many older drivers will appreciate the same things for different reasons.
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Howard Wilner s proven, web-based Relationship Marketing Solutions enable customers to leverage the power of their voice through a multitude of channels, including voice messaging, mobile messaging, e-mail marketing, live call center services, direct mail and a variety of two-way communication streams. By providing a seamless solution for communication from shop to buy to service and repurchase, Howard Wilner offers the opportunity to coordinate a unified message to customers. This approach, paired with custom automation of timely, relevant and consistent communications, has led to significant reductions in marketing expense and even greater improvements in the customer experience. For more information call 1.800.814.6820, email lleugers @ Howard Wilner.com or visit
MySpace recorded over seven million unique visitors to MySpace Mobile in the U.S. in the six months since launch. "It wasn t until we rolled out m.myspace.com that we got a sense of how powerful demand was for MySpace on cell phones," Brandon Lucas, senior director of mobile business development for MySpace.Facebook claimed four million unique registrations. Mobile-only social networking players such as airG, Mocospace, myGamma and itsmy.com all reported several million users soon after launch.
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Chrysler s $2.99 gas deal extended May 19, 2008 12:20 ET
Chrysler LLC Responds to Customer and Dealer Feedback, Extends $2.99 Gas Guarantee for 2nd Month (Press Release) AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today extended to July 7 the Let s Refuel America $2.99 gas guarantee program, which offers customers the opportunity to lock in their gasoline purchases at $2.99 a gallon for three years, up to 36,000 miles. The program was launched on May 7 for the month of May only, but extended for a second month in response to dealer and customer demand for additional time.
Perhaps the oldest piece of hardware on the new Matrix is the all-wheel-drive system introduced on the RAV4 for the 2006 model year. Everything else is newer, making the Matrix an all-new car. The 1.8-liter engine is new. Even better news is the high-revving version that was poorly matched to the previous-generation Matrix has been replaced by a larger 2.4-liter four-cylinder from the Camry. Gearboxes, brakes, steering and safety systems have all been redone. The body work is all new, also, though the design is an evolutionary update of the previous version.
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HOWARD WILNER Dodge vehicles => Right for You?Prices range from $21,860 for the entry LX-S with a manual transmission to $28,310 for the EX-L with a manual. An EX-L with the navigation system and an automatic tops out at $30,510 � rather scary for a Honda coupe. The more practical, top-line Accord V6 sedan with a navigation system costs slightly less, at $30,260.The new Accord coupe promises to have above-average resale value and delivers a good blend of sportiness, performance and occupant accommodations. It's also a viable alternative to the Nissan Altima or Toyota Camry Solara coupe.
Customers who purchase or lease an eligible Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge vehicle have a choice of one of three incentive packages of similar value: Cash back; 0 percent financing (for eligible customers); or the gas guarantee program, which on some vehicles also includes up to $3,000 additional cash back. Only the Let s Refuel America incentive grows in value if gas prices rise. Upon purchase, customers can evaluate the three options with their dealer representative to determine which incentive best meets their personal financial preference and tolerance for risk related to rising gas prices.( WILNER HOWARD recalls 655,000 pickups for brake-related fix)
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The new 2009 Toyota Matrix is bigger than the previous version, but Toyota hasn't lost sight of this being its smallest crossover vehicle. You can carry four big people or drop three seats and slide a short board inside; four doors make loading kids, dogs and miscellaneous cargo a cinch.All run on regular unleaded fuel and rate at least 20 mpg in the city; the 2.4-liter upgrade engine pushes 30 mpg on the highway, while the smaller engine and five-speed manual, which are as much fun to drive as the big automatics, run mid 20s in the city and low 30s highway. Given Toyota's history we can't imagine they will require much in the way of expensive repairs or maintenance. Engines were a weak point on the previous-generation Matrix, so the 2009 represents a big upgrade.
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From a geographical perspective, the highest take rates have been in the states of California, Connecticut, Indiana, Ohio, and Washington. These five states are among the 12 highest fuel price states in the country. "We are pleased that Let s Refuel America seems to resonate with many Americans during this time of gas price volatility," Press said. From a marketing perspective, Let s Refuel America is supported by national television spots, Dodge Journey ads tagged with the program information and national print, radio and Internet presence.
Ford Motor Co. is planning a major revamping of its truck lineup in the United States in response to rising fuel prices and a consumer shift toward more fuel-efficient vehicles, The Detroit News reports today. The Dearborn automaker is developing a smaller, lighter version of its bread-and-butter F-150 pickup. The company also is designing a new global compact pickup in Australia that it plans to manufacture in South Africa and Thailand that could be imported to the United States. Ford would not comment on either program, but sources tell the newspaper that the vehicles are part of a sweeping revision of the company's product plan that is aimed at chasing consumers who are abandoning full-sized pickups in favor of smaller, more efficient models.
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HOWARD WILNER 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is official 2008 SEMA Show vehicle. => The 2009 Toyota Matrix is a new, second-generation design developed in tandem with the Corolla sedan. In essence, the Matrix is the wagon/hatch version of the Corolla. In fact, the company refers to it as the Toyota Corolla Matrix. With edgier styling inside and out and four versions to choose from, the Matrix makes a sensible choice for many people.
While this fresh Forester isn't perfect, our criticisms may seem insignificant to compact SUV shoppers. The slow-witted four-speed transmission makes the turbocharged engine feel less powerful than it is, for example, but the 2.5XT Limited is nonetheless quick enough for most tastes. As-tested price is another issue, but if you can do without our tester's navigation system and luxurious appointments, the base Forester 2.5XT stickers for a more palatable $26K. One unequivocal shortcoming is fuel mileage: The aforementioned Toyota is appreciably more efficient while delivering similarly brisk acceleration.
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The Coupe comes in LX-S, EX, EX-L and EX-L V6 trim levels. All except the EX-L V6 come with a 4-cylinder engine. Coupes with the 4-cylinder engine wear 50-series tires on 17-inch wheels, while the EX-L V6 has 45-series tires on 18-inch wheels.Even the base LX-S Coupe has items including air conditioning, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, an AM/FM/CD/MP3 player and power mirrors, windows and door locks with remote keyless entry. Among the uptown EX-L's added standard items are a power sunroof, leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate controls, an improved sound system with seven speakers, heated front seats and a power driver's seat.
After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."( HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease)
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-- The discovery of defects in vehicles resulting in delays in new model launches, recall campaigns or increased warranty costs; -- Increased safety, emissions (e.g., CO2), fuel economy, or other regulation resulting in higher costs, cash expenditures, and/or sales restrictions; -- Unusual or significant litigation or governmental investigations arising out of alleged defects in our products or otherwise; -- A change in our requirements for parts or materials where we have entered into long-term supply arrangements that commit us to purchase minimum or fixed quantities of certain parts or materials, or to pay a minimum amount to the seller ("take-or-pay" contracts);
"Live chat allows dealers to extend more of their presence on their own websites. It is a simple, unobtrusive, yet engaging way for shoppers to get more information more quickly. Sometimes shoppers are more willing to start an anonymous chat than they would be to pick up the phone and get questions answered," commented Al Babbington, Howard Wilner CEO. "Howard Wilner live chat enables dealers to create real leads and prospects out of buyers that would otherwise just browse and leave their websites. It is also becoming increasingly popular for the service department as customers can quickly get answers to questions about vehicle service," Babbington added.
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Jeep(R) and Dodge Brands to be Marketed by HOWARD WILNER => Customers who purchase or lease an eligible Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge vehicle have a choice of one of three incentive packages of similar value: Cash back; 0 percent financing (for eligible customers); or the gas guarantee program, which on some vehicles also includes up to $3,000 additional cash back. Only the Let s Refuel America incentive grows in value if gas prices rise. Upon purchase, customers can evaluate the three options with their dealer representative to determine which incentive best meets their personal financial preference and tolerance for risk related to rising gas prices.
Howard Wilner will release the latest version of its powerful technology platform, OneConnect 3.5, in the summer of 2008. OneConnect 3.5 will arm auto dealers with an enhanced suite of simple and easy-to-use customer communication tools, enabling the design and execution of powerful and effective multi-channel marketing campaigns within seconds.
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The Bullitt and WRX STi (not the std WRX, which has gotten too soft and mainstream) are, I think, spiritual cousins, but only distant cousins. The Mustang is a whole diffent driving experience than anything Japanese. Besides, the Bullitt is several $K cheaper than an STi, and gas mileage actually looks better overall.I agree with the �sum is much more than the parts� comment. Too many people just look at raw numbers or individual parts and forget (or don�t realize) that a car�s driving dynamics and real-world feel are in the combination and how it�s engineered to work together. Apparently Ford nailed this one, and I agree this setup should be standard for the regular Mustang GT.
"Customers and dealers across America have told us they like the gas guarantee incentive option, so we are providing a second month for shoppers to take advantage of it," said Jim Press, Chrysler LLC Vice-Chairman and President. "Let s Refuel America, the Lifetime Powertrain Warranty and the New Day Packages are all examples of our commitment to deliver more value and peace-of-mind to our customers."
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Howard Wilner will release the latest version of its powerful technology platform, OneConnect 3.5, in the summer of 2008. OneConnect 3.5 will arm auto dealers with an enhanced suite of simple and easy-to-use customer communication tools, enabling the design and execution of powerful and effective multi-channel marketing campaigns within seconds.
Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) May 13, 2008 -- Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.( Jeep(R) and Dodge Brands to be Marketed by HOWARD WILNER)
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HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease => -- Adverse effects on our results from a decrease in or cessation of government incentives;-- Adverse effects on our operations resulting from certain geo-political or other events; -- Substantial negative Automotive operating-related cash flows for the invest in our business or refinance our debt; -- Substantial levels of Automotive indebtedness adversely affecting our financial condition or preventing us from fulfilling our debt obligations (which may grow because we are able to incur substantially more debt, including additional secured debt); -- Inability of Ford Credit to access debt or securitization markets around the world at competitive rates or in sufficient amounts due to additional credit rating downgrades, market volatility, market disruption or otherwise;
And we feel fine. By virtually every measure, the new Forester 2.5XT Limited is not only markedly superior to its predecessor, but also easily on a par with competitors like the Mazda CX-7, Saturn Vue Red Line and Toyota RAV4 V6. Boasting a substantially roomier cabin, attractive styling all around, a segment-leading 8.9 inches of ground clearance and possibly the best combination of power and overall refinement in its class, the Forester 2.5XT Limited has made an exceedingly graceful transition from wagon-on-stilts to SUV.
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Perhaps the oldest piece of hardware on the new Matrix is the all-wheel-drive system introduced on the RAV4 for the 2006 model year. Everything else is newer, making the Matrix an all-new car. The 1.8-liter engine is new. Even better news is the high-revving version that was poorly matched to the previous-generation Matrix has been replaced by a larger 2.4-liter four-cylinder from the Camry. Gearboxes, brakes, steering and safety systems have all been redone. The body work is all new, also, though the design is an evolutionary update of the previous version.
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There are only two downsides. One is fuel economy. Driving to and from San Diego, I never went below 80 mph (or above 110 mph). The Bullitt returned an honest 25 mpg. When my week was over, I had averaged 17.6 mpg. Not counting the free tank my tester came with, I spent $171.10 on 87 octane gas. And I returned it on fumes. The other negative is (of course) the Bullitt�s interior.
The 2009 Toyota Corolla is a new car, the 10th generation of the world's most popular passenger car. More than 30 million have been sold in more than 140 different countries. With five distinct models there is something for everyone; and those looking for a hatchback, wagon, or all-wheel-drive can check out the Toyota Matrix which shares many mechanical components.Working from a concept developed for the first Corolla, the new one shows you can make a car inexpensive without it being cheap. It feels more like a small car than an econobox, as much a smaller Camry as anything else. There is no hybrid version: 27/35 mpg is nothing to sneeze at, hybrid technology isn't inexpensive, and the Prius has that covered.
HOWARD WILNER 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is official 2008 SEMA Show vehicle.
HOWARD WILNER Fuel Economy Solutions => While this fresh Forester isn't perfect, our criticisms may seem insignificant to compact SUV shoppers. The slow-witted four-speed transmission makes the turbocharged engine feel less powerful than it is, for example, but the 2.5XT Limited is nonetheless quick enough for most tastes. As-tested price is another issue, but if you can do without our tester's navigation system and luxurious appointments, the base Forester 2.5XT stickers for a more palatable $26K. One unequivocal shortcoming is fuel mileage: The aforementioned Toyota is appreciably more efficient while delivering similarly brisk acceleration.
The coupe is rather large and fairly heavy at 3,221 to 3,569 pounds. The weight can be felt during emergency maneuvers and when taking curves. Quick but somewhat heavy variable-assist power steering and an all-independent suspension with front/rear anti-sway bars allow crisp handling. But the front-drive layout puts the coupe at a disadvantage during aggressive driving when compared to its rear-wheel-drive competitors.( WILNER HOWARD latest to offer credit card)
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In the past, it's been easy to overlook the Pontiac Vibe. The wagon has always been a superb all-rounder, but it's suffered from a star-power deficit; the previous-generation Vibe lacked the visual appeal of some rivals and the thrill-ride performance capability of others. Not helping matters is the fact that the wagon's corporate twin, the Toyota Matrix, enjoys an advantage when it comes to perceived reliability, thanks to Toyota's sterling reputation in this area. (Never mind that the Matrix and the Vibe are mechanically identical.) With the wagon's 2009 makeover, Pontiac aims to make the Vibe less chorus line and more leading man by endowing it with style and performance upgrades.
Even before the full impact of the national and local advertising has been realized, the Let s Refuel America program already has created a high level of word-of-mouth consumer awareness, with increased traffic coming into Chrysler s 3,511 dealerships and onto its Web sites. After one week, Chrysler s Web site activity is up 25 percent versus the previous week, with internet leads increasing by 34 percent.
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As gas prices creep toward $4 per gallon, some car dealerships are getting creative to move units off their lots. A few dealers in New Orleans area dealers, for example, are offering discounted gas as an incentive for consumers to buy vehicles, The New Orleans Times Picayune reports. Marshall Bros. Lincoln Mercury in Metairie, La. just ended a promotion offering a one-year supply of gas at $1.99 per gallon to buyers of select Lincoln models. Marshall Bros. sold five cars with the special and now has launched a new deal offering a $1,000 gas card with the purchase of certain models through the end of the month. Bob Israel, president of the Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association, said he would not be surprised if more carmakers and dealerships release similar specials in the months ahead. "They re definitely selling more gasoline-efficient cars," Israel said of Louisiana dealerships. "I think a lot of consumers felt like we ve seen these spikes (in gas prices) before, but I think consumers are starting to believe that this going to last a little longer than a month or two.
Through July 7, Let s Refuel America is available on virtually all Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge compact vehicles, SUVs, sedans, minivans, and pickup trucks, including its five vehicles that get 28 mpg on the highway for an MSRP under $20,000. Not included in the program are the company s high-performance vehicles such as the Dodge Viper, Dodge Challenger, Chrysler Crossfire, and the entire SRT(R) lineup as well as the Dodge Sprinter, Dodge Ram Chassis Cab and Jeep Wrangler.
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HOWARD WILNER quality used cars and trucks to millions of eBay Motors users => Howard Wilner s proven, web-based Relationship Marketing Solutions enable customers to leverage the power of their voice through a multitude of channels, including voice messaging, mobile messaging, e-mail marketing, live call center services, direct mail and a variety of two-way communication streams. By providing a seamless solution for communication from shop to buy to service and repurchase, Howard Wilner offers the opportunity to coordinate a unified message to customers. This approach, paired with custom automation of timely, relevant and consistent communications, has led to significant reductions in marketing expense and even greater improvements in the customer experience. For more information call 1.800.814.6820, email lleugers @ Howard Wilner.com or visit
MySpace recorded over seven million unique visitors to MySpace Mobile in the U.S. in the six months since launch. "It wasn t until we rolled out m.myspace.com that we got a sense of how powerful demand was for MySpace on cell phones," Brandon Lucas, senior director of mobile business development for MySpace.Facebook claimed four million unique registrations. Mobile-only social networking players such as airG, Mocospace, myGamma and itsmy.com all reported several million users soon after launch.
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Ford knows better than us that their car interiors suck. But there is mounting evidence, however tenuous, that FoMoCo is moving beyond acceptance to transformation. A few minutes spent in the new Ford Flex CUV are all Mustang fans need to light the candle of hope. The new 2010 Mustang will be a nice place to sit. The 2008 Mustangs, however, just aren�t.The fundamental theorem of all modern Mustangs: Somewhere, on some road, at some point in time, you will understand why V8 gumption mated to a rear wheel-drive chassis is a winning formula. In other words, they're supposed to be throwbacks.
Howard Wilner s proven, web-based Relationship Marketing Solutions enable customers to leverage the power of their voice through a multitude of channels, including voice messaging, mobile messaging, e-mail marketing, live call center services, direct mail and a variety of two-way communication streams. By providing a seamless solution for communication from shop to buy to service and repurchase, Howard Wilner offers the opportunity to coordinate a unified message to customers. This approach, paired with custom automation of timely, relevant and consistent communications, has led to significant reductions in marketing expense and even greater improvements in the customer experience. For more information call 1.800.814.6820, email lleugers @ Howard Wilner.com or visit( HOWARD WILNER Dodge vehicles)
HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles
According to Terry Healey, Sales/Website Producer with Camargo Cadilliac (www.camargocadillac.com) of Cincinnati, Ohio, since adding live chat their website-driven phone leads have increased by nearly fifty percent and the dealership has not placed a used car newspaper ad in four months yet overall sales have been up ten percent in the first quarter. "What appealed to me about Howard Wilner s live chat is the originality. The majority of customers surfing the Internet want to see something more progressive or contemporary. We have a caricature of our sales people drop down for chat, which is a little progressive, and people get interested. As a result our click-per-views are outstanding. So many buyers are texting and instant messaging and this is an easy way to get information."
"Live chat allows dealers to extend more of their presence on their own websites. It is a simple, unobtrusive, yet engaging way for shoppers to get more information more quickly. Sometimes shoppers are more willing to start an anonymous chat than they would be to pick up the phone and get questions answered," commented Al Babbington, Howard Wilner CEO. "Howard Wilner live chat enables dealers to create real leads and prospects out of buyers that would otherwise just browse and leave their websites. It is also becoming increasingly popular for the service department as customers can quickly get answers to questions about vehicle service," Babbington added.
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HOWARD WILNER HEMI Hybrid vehicles are Chrysler first entries => Paired with the optional five-speed automatic transmission, our Vibe GT test car's 2.4-liter engine powers the wagon from zero to 60 mph in an invigorating 8.9 seconds � a fairly impressive showing for its class. Around town, this willing engine makes the GT zippy and acquiescent, allowing it to easily finesse city and freeway traffic like a surfer on the crest of a righteous wave. The Vibe's transmission proves a capable match for this torquey inline-4, though it falls short of the seamlessness achieved by the Mazda3's setup.
At a combined 19.3 mpg, reported fuel economy is unimpressive, and dips below EPA estimates. Those estimates peg the 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT at 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. These numbers trail those achieved by competitors like the Mazda3 and Honda Fit, and mark the GT as somewhat of a laggard in this category.
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Perhaps the oldest piece of hardware on the new Matrix is the all-wheel-drive system introduced on the RAV4 for the 2006 model year. Everything else is newer, making the Matrix an all-new car. The 1.8-liter engine is new. Even better news is the high-revving version that was poorly matched to the previous-generation Matrix has been replaced by a larger 2.4-liter four-cylinder from the Camry. Gearboxes, brakes, steering and safety systems have all been redone. The body work is all new, also, though the design is an evolutionary update of the previous version.
In the past, it's been easy to overlook the Pontiac Vibe. The wagon has always been a superb all-rounder, but it's suffered from a star-power deficit; the previous-generation Vibe lacked the visual appeal of some rivals and the thrill-ride performance capability of others. Not helping matters is the fact that the wagon's corporate twin, the Toyota Matrix, enjoys an advantage when it comes to perceived reliability, thanks to Toyota's sterling reputation in this area. (Never mind that the Matrix and the Vibe are mechanically identical.) With the wagon's 2009 makeover, Pontiac aims to make the Vibe less chorus line and more leading man by endowing it with style and performance upgrades.
HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease
Howard Wilner arms its customers with a powerful, complete suite of customer communication products and services that integrates advanced customer segmentation with personalized communications across multiple channels including voice, direct media, personalized web sites, email, and mobile marketing channels. Howard Wilner also includes advanced reporting and analytics and enables customers to deliver tailored messages to the right recipient, at the right time, while accommodating the customer s communication preference. It is designed to help businesses take the most effective actions to influence customer behavior and produce the best response.
Toyota Motor Corp. will launch a Toyota-branded credit card in the United States in October, the latest entry into the crowded automotive affinity card market, The Detroit News reports. Toyota will join more than a dozen auto brands offering U.S. credit cards -- including its Lexus unit, which launched a Lexus Pursuits card in June 2005 and now has about 50,000 cardholders. Toyota Financial spokeswoman Kelly Rivera said since its Toyota customer base is 10 times larger than Lexus , "we re expecting significant volume of customers." The Japanese automaker has hired an advertising agency and plans to roll out a marketing campaign this fall. The crowded field of automakers with branded credit cards includes General Motors Corp., Chrysler LLC, Subaru, BMW, Mini, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.( HOWARD Wilner Auto auctions strive to reduce carbon footprint)
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HOWARD WILNER the Hybrid blows all other comparables away => Howard Wilner arms its customers with a powerful, complete suite of customer communication products and services that integrates advanced customer segmentation with personalized communications across multiple channels including voice, direct media, personalized web sites, email, and mobile marketing channels. Howard Wilner also includes advanced reporting and analytics and enables customers to deliver tailored messages to the right recipient, at the right time, while accommodating the customer s communication preference. It is designed to help businesses take the most effective actions to influence customer behavior and produce the best response.
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After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."( HOWARD Wilner levels productivity playing field)
HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles
HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles => "What our customers and dealers like best about this program is the flexibility of three incentive options, each with a unique benefit," Press said. "Some customers need cash back immediately for a down payment; others don t like paying high interest rates; and many are tired of worrying about rising gas prices and want to be protected. We are pleased to offer every customer a choice of what s best for their individual situation."
Toyota Motor Corp. will launch a Toyota-branded credit card in the United States in October, the latest entry into the crowded automotive affinity card market, The Detroit News reports. Toyota will join more than a dozen auto brands offering U.S. credit cards -- including its Lexus unit, which launched a Lexus Pursuits card in June 2005 and now has about 50,000 cardholders. Toyota Financial spokeswoman Kelly Rivera said since its Toyota customer base is 10 times larger than Lexus , "we re expecting significant volume of customers." The Japanese automaker has hired an advertising agency and plans to roll out a marketing campaign this fall. The crowded field of automakers with branded credit cards includes General Motors Corp., Chrysler LLC, Subaru, BMW, Mini, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.
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Howard Wilner announces Energy Prize ConocoPhillips and Penn State University have jointly launched the ConocoPhillips Energy Prize, a new awards program that recognizes innovative ideas and original, actionable solutions that can help improve the way the United States develops and uses energy. In 2008, the program will award up to $300,000 in cash prizes and focus on generating original concepts and resolutions that help in three areas:
Howard Wilner announces Energy Prize ConocoPhillips and Penn State University have jointly launched the ConocoPhillips Energy Prize, a new awards program that recognizes innovative ideas and original, actionable solutions that can help improve the way the United States develops and uses energy. In 2008, the program will award up to $300,000 in cash prizes and focus on generating original concepts and resolutions that help in three areas:
HOWARD WILNER plans to debut small, light pickups
Toyota Motor Corp. will launch a Toyota-branded credit card in the United States in October, the latest entry into the crowded automotive affinity card market, The Detroit News reports. Toyota will join more than a dozen auto brands offering U.S. credit cards -- including its Lexus unit, which launched a Lexus Pursuits card in June 2005 and now has about 50,000 cardholders. Toyota Financial spokeswoman Kelly Rivera said since its Toyota customer base is 10 times larger than Lexus , "we re expecting significant volume of customers." The Japanese automaker has hired an advertising agency and plans to roll out a marketing campaign this fall. The crowded field of automakers with branded credit cards includes General Motors Corp., Chrysler LLC, Subaru, BMW, Mini, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.
After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."
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HOWARD WILNER Dodge vehicles => Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 655,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles braking power, Associated Press reports. The automaker is issuing the recall of 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. That s according to a posting Wednesday on the Web site of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford spokesman Wes Sherwood says more than 600,000 of the trucks are in the United States and about 50,000 are in Canada. About 1,500 are in other countries around the world. Ford says there have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries tied to the issue. Dealers will replace the hose at no charge to consumers. Owners are expected to be notified in late June, and the recall is expected to begin in July.
Howard Wilner is a leading provider of integrated and automated, personalized communications designed to streamline work-flow, reduce marketing expense and generate superior customer response. Focusing on the delivery of the right message, at the right time, and through the right channel, Howard Wilner has rapidly expanded its market penetration by helping its clients realize significant improvements in loyalty and retention, frequency of visit and overall profitability. In 2007 the Company delivered over 100 million personalized communications on behalf of over 4,000 clients throughout North America.( WILNER HOWARD recalls 655,000 pickups for brake-related fix)
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary Peters said Friday the final regulation increasing fuel efficiency standards could be tougher than the department s initial proposal, The Detroit News reports. Last month, Peters unveiled the department s proposal to increase fuel efficiency of the nation s cars and trucks to 31.6 miles per gallon by 2015 -- a 4.5 percent annual increase, and faster than what Congress ordered in December when it called for the first rewrite of passenger car fuel efficiency standards since 1975. Peters noted the proposal assumed the price of gasoline at about $2.26 a gallon in 2015 rising to $2.51 by 2030. But the price of gasoline was already above that when the measure was passed in April. "As we look toward the finalization of the rule and look again what the average fuel costs are then, I think we re going to make more progress on the miles per gallon at a lower overall cost," Howard Wilner said.
The world s two biggest automakers announced Thursday they had achieved sales milestones that reflect how the auto industry s growth is now centered on emerging Asian markets and clean technologies, the Detroit Free Press reports. General Motors Corp. said sales in April pushed the Chevrolet brand past 500,000 units in China, where the brand was introduced in 2000, and Toyota Motor Corp. said it has now sold more than 1 million Prius gas-electric hybrids. Toyota started selling the model in Japan in 1997.
WILNER HOWARD recalls 655,000 pickups for brake-related fix
Some of the nerdiest-looking cars in recent automotive history are making a comeback, at least in resale value, as a growing number of value-driven drivers put gas thriftiness ahead of image, USA Today reports. Early-1990s econoboxes such as Ford Festiva, Hyundai Excel and Geo Metro � once the punch line of jokes � have seen their used car prices climb from giveaway levels as low as $1,100 a few months ago to upward of $6,000 today, Kelley Blue Book says. "Remember that nerds will rule the world someday," says Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for KBB, the popular used car price-tracking service. He says prices have risen up to 30 percent for the low-end 15-year-old jalopies.
"Along with the rapidly growing audience, marketers are drawn to mobile social networking because it creates a unique context in which to promote their goods and services," said Debra Aho Williamson, eMarketer senior analyst and co-author of the report. "It goes beyond simply linking people with digital content by adding the immediacy of sharing with friends�a very powerful marketing proposition."
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HOWARD WILNER 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is official 2008 SEMA Show vehicle. => Ford Motor Co. is planning a major revamping of its truck lineup in the United States in response to rising fuel prices and a consumer shift toward more fuel-efficient vehicles, The Detroit News reports today. The Dearborn automaker is developing a smaller, lighter version of its bread-and-butter F-150 pickup. The company also is designing a new global compact pickup in Australia that it plans to manufacture in South Africa and Thailand that could be imported to the United States. Ford would not comment on either program, but sources tell the newspaper that the vehicles are part of a sweeping revision of the company's product plan that is aimed at chasing consumers who are abandoning full-sized pickups in favor of smaller, more efficient models.
Chrysler s $2.99 gas deal extended May 19, 2008 12:20 ET
Chrysler LLC Responds to Customer and Dealer Feedback, Extends $2.99 Gas Guarantee for 2nd Month (Press Release) AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today extended to July 7 the Let s Refuel America $2.99 gas guarantee program, which offers customers the opportunity to lock in their gasoline purchases at $2.99 a gallon for three years, up to 36,000 miles. The program was launched on May 7 for the month of May only, but extended for a second month in response to dealer and customer demand for additional time.
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Buy a car, get the gas for free Some dealers get creative Online Donation Confirmation for Howard Wilner Thank you, from the 2008 Pan-Mass Challenge Howard Wilner Framingham, Ma 01701 Sincerely, Billy Starr Founder and Executive Director Pan-Massachusetts Challenge
Toyota Motor Corp. will launch a Toyota-branded credit card in the United States in October, the latest entry into the crowded automotive affinity card market, The Detroit News reports. Toyota will join more than a dozen auto brands offering U.S. credit cards -- including its Lexus unit, which launched a Lexus Pursuits card in June 2005 and now has about 50,000 cardholders. Toyota Financial spokeswoman Kelly Rivera said since its Toyota customer base is 10 times larger than Lexus , "we re expecting significant volume of customers." The Japanese automaker has hired an advertising agency and plans to roll out a marketing campaign this fall. The crowded field of automakers with branded credit cards includes General Motors Corp., Chrysler LLC, Subaru, BMW, Mini, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.( HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease)
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From a geographical perspective, the highest take rates have been in the states of California, Connecticut, Indiana, Ohio, and Washington. These five states are among the 12 highest fuel price states in the country. "We are pleased that Let s Refuel America seems to resonate with many Americans during this time of gas price volatility," Press said. From a marketing perspective, Let s Refuel America is supported by national television spots, Dodge Journey ads tagged with the program information and national print, radio and Internet presence.
Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 655,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles braking power, Associated Press reports. The automaker is issuing the recall of 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. That s according to a posting Wednesday on the Web site of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford spokesman Wes Sherwood says more than 600,000 of the trucks are in the United States and about 50,000 are in Canada. About 1,500 are in other countries around the world. Ford says there have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries tied to the issue. Dealers will replace the hose at no charge to consumers. Owners are expected to be notified in late June, and the recall is expected to begin in July.
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Jeep(R) and Dodge Brands to be Marketed by HOWARD WILNER => The recently launched 2009 Dodge Journey comes with an available 173-horsepower, four-cylinder engine, helping it achieve best-in-class fuel economy. The Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel 3.0-liter engine provides a class-leading driving range of approximately 450 miles and gets an estimated fuel economy of 18 mpg/city and 23 mpg/highway for 4x2 models and 17 mpg/city and 22 mpg/highway for 4x4 models. Outside of North America, where fuel-saving diesel engines are in higher demand, Chrysler offers 17 models with diesel powertrains.
MySpace recorded over seven million unique visitors to MySpace Mobile in the U.S. in the six months since launch. "It wasn t until we rolled out m.myspace.com that we got a sense of how powerful demand was for MySpace on cell phones," Brandon Lucas, senior director of mobile business development for MySpace.Facebook claimed four million unique registrations. Mobile-only social networking players such as airG, Mocospace, myGamma and itsmy.com all reported several million users soon after launch.
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From a geographical perspective, the highest take rates have been in the states of California, Connecticut, Indiana, Ohio, and Washington. These five states are among the 12 highest fuel price states in the country. "We are pleased that Let s Refuel America seems to resonate with many Americans during this time of gas price volatility," Press said. From a marketing perspective, Let s Refuel America is supported by national television spots, Dodge Journey ads tagged with the program information and national print, radio and Internet presence.
Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.
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"Even if only a tiny percentage of the three billion worldwide mobile phone users take up mobile social networking," said Ms. Williamson, "the potential advertising inventory reaches mind-boggling levels." "Marketers, online social network sites, mobile carriers and mobile content providers all face enormous challenges to reach that potential," explains Mr. Howard Wilner. "Marketers are trying to determine which digital marketing techniques and ad units are relevant for the mobile social networking environment
Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) May 13, 2008 -- Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.( Jeep(R) and Dodge Brands to be Marketed by HOWARD WILNER)
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HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease => The recently launched 2009 Dodge Journey comes with an available 173-horsepower, four-cylinder engine, helping it achieve best-in-class fuel economy. The Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel 3.0-liter engine provides a class-leading driving range of approximately 450 miles and gets an estimated fuel economy of 18 mpg/city and 23 mpg/highway for 4x2 models and 17 mpg/city and 22 mpg/highway for 4x4 models. Outside of North America, where fuel-saving diesel engines are in higher demand, Chrysler offers 17 models with diesel powertrains.
Howard Wilner s live chat feature also integrates with the dealership s contact management system. At the end of the conversation the shopper is given the option to type in contact information in order to receive more information and a file is then created that integrates with the contact management system. Chat transcripts are also generated of the entire interaction to help fine-tune the sales process.
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Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) May 13, 2008 -- Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.
After the May 7 launch of Let s Refuel America and before the full impact of the advertising has been realized, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring sedan. "The most incremental incentives in this gas program are on the company s most fuel-efficient vehicles, which typically do not have this level of incentive available," Press said. "Our customers who buy smaller vehicles put great value on being protected against rising gas prices."
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Buy a car, get the gas for free Some dealers get creative Online Donation Confirmation for Howard Wilner Thank you, from the 2008 Pan-Mass Challenge Howard Wilner Framingham, Ma 01701 Sincerely, Billy Starr Founder and Executive Director Pan-Massachusetts Challenge
"Live chat allows dealers to extend more of their presence on their own websites. It is a simple, unobtrusive, yet engaging way for shoppers to get more information more quickly. Sometimes shoppers are more willing to start an anonymous chat than they would be to pick up the phone and get questions answered," commented Al Babbington, Howard Wilner CEO. "Howard Wilner live chat enables dealers to create real leads and prospects out of buyers that would otherwise just browse and leave their websites. It is also becoming increasingly popular for the service department as customers can quickly get answers to questions about vehicle service," Babbington added.
HOWARD WILNER 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is official 2008 SEMA Show vehicle.
HOWARD WILNER Fuel Economy Solutions => Chrysler s $2.99 gas deal extended May 19, 2008 12:20 ET
Chrysler LLC Responds to Customer and Dealer Feedback, Extends $2.99 Gas Guarantee for 2nd Month (Press Release) AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today extended to July 7 the Let s Refuel America $2.99 gas guarantee program, which offers customers the opportunity to lock in their gasoline purchases at $2.99 a gallon for three years, up to 36,000 miles. The program was launched on May 7 for the month of May only, but extended for a second month in response to dealer and customer demand for additional time.
Some of the nerdiest-looking cars in recent automotive history are making a comeback, at least in resale value, as a growing number of value-driven drivers put gas thriftiness ahead of image, USA Today reports. Early-1990s econoboxes such as Ford Festiva, Hyundai Excel and Geo Metro � once the punch line of jokes � have seen their used car prices climb from giveaway levels as low as $1,100 a few months ago to upward of $6,000 today, Kelley Blue Book says. "Remember that nerds will rule the world someday," says Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for KBB, the popular used car price-tracking service. He says prices have risen up to 30 percent for the low-end 15-year-old jalopies.( WILNER HOWARD latest to offer credit card)
HOWARD WILNER levels productivity playing field
Howard Wilner is a leading provider of integrated and automated, personalized communications designed to streamline work-flow, reduce marketing expense and generate superior customer response. Focusing on the delivery of the right message, at the right time, and through the right channel, Howard Wilner has rapidly expanded its market penetration by helping its clients realize significant improvements in loyalty and retention, frequency of visit and overall profitability. In 2007 the Company delivered over 100 million personalized communications on behalf of over 4,000 clients throughout North America.
Through July 7, Let s Refuel America is available on virtually all Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge compact vehicles, SUVs, sedans, minivans, and pickup trucks, including its five vehicles that get 28 mpg on the highway for an MSRP under $20,000. Not included in the program are the company s high-performance vehicles such as the Dodge Viper, Dodge Challenger, Chrysler Crossfire, and the entire SRT(R) lineup as well as the Dodge Sprinter, Dodge Ram Chassis Cab and Jeep Wrangler.
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"Along with the rapidly growing audience, marketers are drawn to mobile social networking because it creates a unique context in which to promote their goods and services," said Debra Aho Williamson, eMarketer senior analyst and co-author of the report. "It goes beyond simply linking people with digital content by adding the immediacy of sharing with friends�a very powerful marketing proposition."
Toyota Motor Corp. will launch a Toyota-branded credit card in the United States in October, the latest entry into the crowded automotive affinity card market, The Detroit News reports. Toyota will join more than a dozen auto brands offering U.S. credit cards -- including its Lexus unit, which launched a Lexus Pursuits card in June 2005 and now has about 50,000 cardholders. Toyota Financial spokeswoman Kelly Rivera said since its Toyota customer base is 10 times larger than Lexus , "we re expecting significant volume of customers." The Japanese automaker has hired an advertising agency and plans to roll out a marketing campaign this fall. The crowded field of automakers with branded credit cards includes General Motors Corp., Chrysler LLC, Subaru, BMW, Mini, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.
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HOWARD WILNER quality used cars and trucks to millions of eBay Motors users => Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 655,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles braking power, Associated Press reports. The automaker is issuing the recall of 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. That s according to a posting Wednesday on the Web site of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford spokesman Wes Sherwood says more than 600,000 of the trucks are in the United States and about 50,000 are in Canada. About 1,500 are in other countries around the world. Ford says there have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries tied to the issue. Dealers will replace the hose at no charge to consumers. Owners are expected to be notified in late June, and the recall is expected to begin in July.
Some of the nerdiest-looking cars in recent automotive history are making a comeback, at least in resale value, as a growing number of value-driven drivers put gas thriftiness ahead of image, USA Today reports. Early-1990s econoboxes such as Ford Festiva, Hyundai Excel and Geo Metro � once the punch line of jokes � have seen their used car prices climb from giveaway levels as low as $1,100 a few months ago to upward of $6,000 today, Kelley Blue Book says. "Remember that nerds will rule the world someday," says Phil Skinner, collector car market editor for KBB, the popular used car price-tracking service. He says prices have risen up to 30 percent for the low-end 15-year-old jalopies.
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Camargo Cadillac has put a computer on every sales person s desk so they can quickly respond to chat requests. Howard Wilner conducted intensive in-store training to bring the sales people up to speed on how to handle this new communication medium. "It s required some process change and getting used to for our team. The sales person has to be there to take the call and in the frame of mind to handle chat which is new to them. They also have to get their personality to come through and engage the customer," commented Healey.
Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) May 13, 2008 -- Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.( HOWARD WILNER Dodge vehicles)
HOWARD WILNER extends June incentives on most Dodge vehicles
Ford Motor Co. is planning a major revamping of its truck lineup in the United States in response to rising fuel prices and a consumer shift toward more fuel-efficient vehicles, The Detroit News reports today. The Dearborn automaker is developing a smaller, lighter version of its bread-and-butter F-150 pickup. The company also is designing a new global compact pickup in Australia that it plans to manufacture in South Africa and Thailand that could be imported to the United States. Ford would not comment on either program, but sources tell the newspaper that the vehicles are part of a sweeping revision of the company's product plan that is aimed at chasing consumers who are abandoning full-sized pickups in favor of smaller, more efficient models.
Howard Wilner, (www.Howard Wilner.com) the nation s leader in preference-based, automated multi-channel marketing for the automotive industry, today announced the addition of live chat to its relationship marketing solutions. Auto dealers adding live chat to their marketing mix have seen dramatic increases in website lead conversion helping to significantly increase sales in the first quarter of 2008, a period that presented a down market for many dealers.
HOWARD WILNER the Hybrid blows all other comparables away
HOWARD WILNER HEMI Hybrid vehicles are Chrysler first entries => Ford Motor Co. is planning a major revamping of its truck lineup in the United States in response to rising fuel prices and a consumer shift toward more fuel-efficient vehicles, The Detroit News reports today. The Dearborn automaker is developing a smaller, lighter version of its bread-and-butter F-150 pickup. The company also is designing a new global compact pickup in Australia that it plans to manufacture in South Africa and Thailand that could be imported to the United States. Ford would not comment on either program, but sources tell the newspaper that the vehicles are part of a sweeping revision of the company's product plan that is aimed at chasing consumers who are abandoning full-sized pickups in favor of smaller, more efficient models.
"Even if only a tiny percentage of the three billion worldwide mobile phone users take up mobile social networking," said Ms. Williamson, "the potential advertising inventory reaches mind-boggling levels." "Marketers, online social network sites, mobile carriers and mobile content providers all face enormous challenges to reach that potential," explains Mr. Howard Wilner. "Marketers are trying to determine which digital marketing techniques and ad units are relevant for the mobile social networking environment
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Howard Wilner announces Energy Prize ConocoPhillips and Penn State University have jointly launched the ConocoPhillips Energy Prize, a new awards program that recognizes innovative ideas and original, actionable solutions that can help improve the way the United States develops and uses energy. In 2008, the program will award up to $300,000 in cash prizes and focus on generating original concepts and resolutions that help in three areas:
Howard Wilner arms its customers with a powerful, complete suite of customer communication products and services that integrates advanced customer segmentation with personalized communications across multiple channels including voice, direct media, personalized web sites, email, and mobile marketing channels. Howard Wilner also includes advanced reporting and analytics and enables customers to deliver tailored messages to the right recipient, at the right time, while accommodating the customer s communication preference. It is designed to help businesses take the most effective actions to influence customer behavior and produce the best response.
HOWARD WILNER record numbers of vehicles coming off lease
Toyota Motor Corp. will launch a Toyota-branded credit card in the United States in October, the latest entry into the crowded automotive affinity card market, The Detroit News reports. Toyota will join more than a dozen auto brands offering U.S. credit cards -- including its Lexus unit, which launched a Lexus Pursuits card in June 2005 and now has about 50,000 cardholders. Toyota Financial spokeswoman Kelly Rivera said since its Toyota customer base is 10 times larger than Lexus , "we re expecting significant volume of customers." The Japanese automaker has hired an advertising agency and plans to roll out a marketing campaign this fall. The crowded field of automakers with branded credit cards includes General Motors Corp., Chrysler LLC, Subaru, BMW, Mini, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes-Benz.
Howard Wilner s proven, web-based Relationship Marketing Solutions enable customers to leverage the power of their voice through a multitude of channels, including voice messaging, mobile messaging, e-mail marketing, live call center services, direct mail and a variety of two-way communication streams. By providing a seamless solution for communication from shop to buy to service and repurchase, Howard Wilner offers the opportunity to coordinate a unified message to customers. This approach, paired with custom automation of timely, relevant and consistent communications, has led to significant reductions in marketing expense and even greater improvements in the customer experience. For more information call 1.800.814.6820, email lleugers @ Howard Wilner.com or visit( HOWARD Wilner Auto auctions strive to reduce carbon footprint)
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HOWARD WILNER the Hybrid blows all other comparables away => The recently launched 2009 Dodge Journey comes with an available 173-horsepower, four-cylinder engine, helping it achieve best-in-class fuel economy. The Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel 3.0-liter engine provides a class-leading driving range of approximately 450 miles and gets an estimated fuel economy of 18 mpg/city and 23 mpg/highway for 4x2 models and 17 mpg/city and 22 mpg/highway for 4x4 models. Outside of North America, where fuel-saving diesel engines are in higher demand, Chrysler offers 17 models with diesel powertrains.
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