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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Nov. 26, 2012

» Tell a colleague about this newsletter    » Open this newsletter in a web browser    » Home page » Webinars » Contact Us ShareThis Click here to view this week's digital edition 2012: The leaders and best The North American auto industry far outpaced the general economy in 2012, lifting the bottom line of many -- and setting hopes for a robust 2013. But the rest of the world was anything but a sure thing. In a topsy-turvy 2012, who were the winners? Who outperformed? Our 2012 All-Stars shine for their resiliency, performance and ability to stand out from the crowd. CLICK HERE EDITOR'S PICKS Mazda's move: Upscale U.S. sales goal: 400,000 units in 2016 Having languished for decades in a crowded field of mass-market nameplates, Mazda will reposition itself as a more premium brand, Mazda Motor Corp. CE ...  FULL STORY   Want millennial buyers? Make a video  L.A. Auto Show Preview  Can car plastic be artful? Yes, says Klaus Busse, who helped revive Chrysler interiors after the Germans left  Fiat's young boss steers a tough course  Time for a great celebration  Edsel Ford II does it again for dealers 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 FINAL ASSEMBLY Consumer Reports pans 4 Detroit nameplates for '13 Despite the Detroit 3's post-recession comeback, one thing refuses to budge: Sedans from Ford, Chrysler and General Motors still earn little respect f ...  FULL STORY  FINAL ASSEMBLY : Will Buick's logo get an update? FINAL ASSEMBLY : Teaser videos hint at a redesigned Corvette for 2014 FINAL ASSEMBLY : White-glove treatment at the BMW Museum FINAL ASSEMBLY : NADA narrows field for next president DEALERS BEST PRACTICES Dealer's Internet customers are VIPs N.J. Hyundai dealership simplifies Web sales By catering to Web-savvy car shoppers, Dave Cantin says sales generated by his dealership's expanded Internet department have more than doubled in the ...  FULL STORY   After a slow start, analysts see a big finish in November  Dealers: 3-D helps us to stand out  Dealers: Dropping Tesla suit 'is not an option'  Lest we forget  Survey: 1 in 5 new-car buyers skips test drive  Dealers AUTOMAKERS AND SUPPLIERS Navistar's green-diesel gamble Ex-CEO Ustian's bold strategy to leapfrog rivals fails Navistar International Corp. believed it had the next big idea for the trucking industry: pollution-reducing diesel engine technology that would be ch ...  FULL STORY   Despite the risks, Ford cranks up mpg claims  Smart touts price as a plus with next-generation EV  Spark EV: How GM is leveraging a $1 billion bet  Mazda to revive rotary engine  Automakers challenge Mexico's mpg proposal  Uncle Sam should sell his GM shares  Industry tracks Sandy-damaged cars  Hyundai/Kia, EPA look for answers  More auditing, more fines needed FINANCE & INSURANCE LEGAL FILE Ally ordered to pay dealer sanctions for lawsuit A federal judge in Pennsylvania has lambasted lawyers for Ally Financial, who "knew the utter falsity" of allegations made by Ally in its bid to colle ...  FULL STORY  PEOPLE Stein adds associate publisher duties Jason Stein, editor of Automotive News, has taken on the additional role of associate publisher. ...  FULL STORY   Dealer Cecil Van Tuyl dies at 85 AUTO SHOWS Nissan's GT-R boss is still in control When Nissan North America shows its $100,000 re-engineered 2014 GT-R supercar at the Los Angeles Auto Show this week, one man will not be present: the ...  FULL STORY  DESIGN Turning over a new Leaf Nissan's midcycle overhaul boosts range, performance The re-engineered Nissan Leaf electric sedan delivers a longer driving range, better driving dynamics, new styling and an entry-level sticker that's $ ...  FULL STORY   Subaru aims for big sales from 2014 Forester  Ford plugs into new segment with C-Max Energi  Viper roars back, even better than before USED CARS REMARKETING What works for you? Dealers share used-car strategies Several dealers and dealership managers outlined their used-vehicle strategies during a panel discussion at the National Remarketing Conference. ...  FULL STORY  INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY GE to buy 2,000 Ford plug-in hybrids General Electric Co. will buy 2,000 plug-in hybrid vehicles made by Ford Motor Co. for its corporate fleet, the companies said last week. ...  FULL STORY  WEBINARS MARKETPLACE JOB LISTINGS The Secret to Selling Service Contracts in the Service Drive Wednesday, December 5, F&I training expert Rick McCormick will teach you how can succeed in service drive sales by understanding your customer. This workshop will also show you how a winning strategy combines cutting-edge technology with cutting-edge techniques. You will leave with 10 intentional steps to implement immediately. If you sign up today, it's just $59! How to Make Your Dealership a Great Place to Work Now On-Demand, ~100% of attendees would recommend this webinar to colleagues*~ Flexible work schedules. Three hundred hours of training a year. A staff-wide shopping spree at a warehouse retailer. The result? Employee loyalty, happier customers and increased sales. What can you learn from these dealerships? Plenty. *Automotive News Survey Nov.2012 Webinar Archives Library   LED is repositioning LA for economic success. Louisiana Economic Development   Auto Owner Email Postal and Phone Data-All Verified Media One   Automotive insight and marketing solutions. Polk   Electronic and no wires to test, tap or cut. The Widget   Let us show you how AutoRaptor You have many choices when it comes to a CRM Customer Service Representative: primal Location: VA, United States Sales Manager: Sport Durst Automotive Group Durham, NC, United States Various Positions: vAuto Location: NA, United States General Manager: Unknown Stafford, VA, United States To view other breaking news stories throughout the day, visit autonews.com To unsubscribe from this email newsletter, or to sign up for more email products, please click here. Automotive News is located at 1155 Gratiot Ave., Detroit, Michigan, 48207