Moderate Economic Growth, Slower Freight Demand, says Fed Report TruckingInfo.com
12/5/2006 Despite continuing softness in automobile and housing-related sales, consumer spending in most areas of the country increased in October and early November, and the outlook for holiday sales was “cautiously optimistic,” according to the latest “Beige Book” report from the Federal Reserve Board.
Auto insurance rates stable for many USA Today
Jolted by high gas prices this year, car owners are at least getting some insurance relief. Auto policies are basically flat or falling for many Americans.
Germany will escape consumer spending meltdown Financial Times
Germany’s inflation rate will be set sharply higher by a three percentage point rise in VAT next January, but Europe’s biggest economy will avoid a collapse in consumer spending, according to a survey on Tuesday.
Best 2007 Luxury SUVs, According to Consumer Reports Contacto
The new Mercedes-Benz GL- and R-Class luxury sport utility vehicles outpointed competitors from Volvo, Audi, and Cadillac in tests for the November issue of Consumer Reports.
BMW X3 Gets 'Very Good' Rating in Consumer Reports' Tests of Sporty SUVS U.S. Newswire via Yahoo! News
Consumer Reports rated the BMW X3 best overall in tests against two of its competitors - the Acura RDX and Mazda CX7 - for the January issue.
Japan Hot Stocks-Consumer lenders, Nihon Ceratec, energy stocks Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News
TOKYO, Dec 4 (Reuters) - The following stocks are on the move on Monday: **CONSUMER LOAN FIRMS GAIN AS INVESTORS LOOK BARGAINS**
U.S. Service Industry Growth Unexpectedly Accelerates Update4 Bloomberg.com
Dec. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Growth at U.S. service industries unexpectedly accelerated for a second month in November as lower energy prices and a strong job market spurred consumer spending.
ECONOMIC REPORT: Challenger: U.S. Job Cuts Rise 11%, Reflecting Ford's Buyouts Nasdaq
WASHINGTON (Dow Jones) -- Planned job reductions rose by 11% in November to 76,773 as more than 20,000 jobs were eliminated in the automotive sector, according to a monthly tally released on Tuesday.
State proposes refunds, fines for Lithia settlement KTVA Anchorage
Department of Law consumer protection attorneys are proposing a half million dollar settlement with an Alaska car dealer. State attorneys accuse nine Lithia dealerships of illegally charging fees to prepare documents for buyers.
UK: Ling Valentine makes her point with 'waitress prank' just-auto
Ling Valentine, Chinese owner of online lease and contract hire website lingscars.com, has been named Woman Entrepreneur of the Year" and top "Women in Retail for 2006", by One North East, Gateshead, according to a report on AutoWired.

New Car Prices, Used Cars, Automotive Reviews, Auto Quotes, Car Buying
Its quick and easy! Car buying? Automotive research and Auto quotes on New Cars. Consumer Alert: Recalls, Rebates, and Gas Prices Free Credit Report
New Car Search: Search for New Car, SUV, Truck & Minivan Prices
Consumer Guide's Auto Editors provide in-depth analysis and unbiased recommendations to help you make the right car-buying decision, whether you're buying a
What is Consumer Reports Auto Hub? - Yahoo! Autos
Consumer Reports Auto Hub offers in-depth vehicle reports for every model tested—to help you make the right purchasing decision on your next car.
Mercedes is not happy with reviews in Consumer Reports - Nov. 20, 2006
Consumer Reports. The luxury carmaker is not happy with recent rankings that Fortune's Alex Taylor III explores the ways of an auto industry survivor.
CNN.com - Honda cleans up in Consumer Reports picks - Mar 2, 2006
Of the five Honda vehicles on Consumer Reports' Top Picks, Consumer Reports buys vehicles anonymously for its test fleet through ordinary retail
Yahoo! Shopping - Consumer Reports
YOU ARE HERE:Shopping > Consumer Reports > Auto Batteries Most auto batteries are made by just three manufacturers, Delphi, Exide, and Johnson Controls
Science Blog -- Consumer Reports Auto-Buying Experts Help Shoppers
The Annual April Auto Issue of Consumer Reports guides buyers through the maze of A study of last year's incentives by the Consumer Reports Auto Price
Auto Recalls, Free Car Reports, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Free Car Reports in the Safety Station about auto recalls and service bulletins. Also extended car warranty information, consumer complaints,
Consumer Reports' guide to auto insurance from ConsumerReports.org
Consumer Reports' guide to auto insurance. Many people stick with the same insurance carrier year after year without ever shopping for a better deal.
Amazon.com: Consumer Reports Auto Insurance Handbook: Books: Tobie
Amazon.com: Consumer Reports Auto Insurance Handbook: Books: Tobie Stanger,Bill Hartford,Consumer Reports Books by Tobie Stanger,Bill Hartford,Consumer consumer+report+auto: consumer report auto insurance | auto buffer consumer report | consumer report auto insurance | auto buffer consumer report | consumer+report+auto