DAILY: Lexus, Mini are tops in sales satisfaction again | Ram launches commercial truck unit, plans to add Fiat-based large van | Toyota RAV4 slims down for 2013

DAILY NEWSLETTER November 28, 2012

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Lexus, Mini are tops in sales satisfaction again, Power survey shows 4 GM brands place in top 5 of their categories Consumers are increasingly satisfied with the auto-buying experience, with Lexus repeating as the top-rated luxury brand and Mini again pacing mass-market brands in the J.D. ... >> story  Published: Nov 28 1:00 pm U.S. Eastern time Advertisement DIRECTV has revolutionized TV ad buying by launching the largest addressable TV advertising platform. Go beyond traditional audience attributes with pinpoint-accurate, household-level targeting—and reach the exact viewership you're aiming for. CLICK HERE Ram launches commercial truck unit, plans to add Fiat-based large van Ram has formed a commercial truck division and confirmed plans today to introduce a large van based on the Fiat Ducato in the third quarter of 2013. The 2014 Ram ProMaster will be redesigned and tailored for North American commercial truck and van users, Chrysler Group said. ... >> story  Published: Nov 28 3:16 pm U.S. Eastern time 2012 LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW Toyota RAV4 slimmed down, simplified for 2013 makeover The Toyota RAV4, the first compact crossover to arrive in the United States, is getting slimmed down and simplified for the 2013 model year as the automaker strives to gain more ground in a booming segment. After its debut in 1996, the RAV4 quickly established itself as a strong seller. ... >> story  Published: Nov 28 12:30 pm U.S. Eastern time / UPDATED: 11/28/12 3:32 pm ET - Corrected

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