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Converj: The “Cadillac” Of Electric Vehicles General Motors unveiled a further glimpse at the potential of electric propulsion today, this time in the form of luxury transportation, with the Cadillac Converj Concept. The Cadillac Converj was developed as a well-appointed grand touring coupe with a bold design and a host of interactive technology. The four-passenger Converj concept is intended to show how GM’s revolutionary electric propulsion technology – called Voltec – can power a luxury coupe with a typically Cadillac “no compromises” design. The technology enables up to 40 miles of gas- and emissions-free electric driving with extended-range capability of hundreds of miles.

Bob Lutz, GM's vice chairman of Global Product Development, said the Converj concept has production substance. “It’s a logical extension of our plan to reinvent the automobile,” he said. “It clearly shows what a Cadillac electric vehicle could look like, and clearly indicates that global luxury customers can have a car that has both strong design and electric propulsion with a total range of hundreds of anxiety-free miles.” Cadillac’s extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) concept has a new body style that is an evolution of the brand’s Converj Please Turn to Page 5

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that prohibit the sale of high quality, low cost “green” recycled auto parts for consumers. What may be a voluntary program for a consumer turning in a vehicle on the front end, quickly becomes a compulsory program for other consumers on the back end from reduced access to replacement parts for vehicle repair and inflated prices on those essential replacement parts. Not to mention, the harmful effects on the independent automotive repair facilities in the United States that employ more than 850,000 people. Unless crafted properly, vehicle retirement programs paint a bull's eye on countless small businesses in the professional automotive recycling industry by eliminating some of the very vehicles, vehicle parts, and marketing opportunities that the industry needs to survive. Since “recycled” parts used in the repair and upkeep

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Converj From Front Cover traditional Art and Science design theme. An aggressive, forward-leaning arc profile is the foundation for the sporting stance. And more than a Cadillac in form, Converj is also i nte n d e d to be a Cadillac in substance, with the premium materials, technology and driving dynamics that are hallmarks of the brand. The Cadillac Converj’s Voltec electric propulsion system is made up of a 16-kWh, Tshaped battery, an electric drive unit, and a four-cylinder enginegenerator. It uses electricity as its primary source to drive the car. A thermally managed battery pack contains more than 220 lithium-ion cells that provide the primary power to drive the Converj electrically up to 40 miles without using fuel or producing tailpipe emissions. The battery is integrated into the Converj’s chassis and stores electricity from the grid when the vehicle is plugged in. It takes less than three hours to recharge the battery at 240V, or about eight hours from a 120V outlet. When the battery’s energy is low, the Converj seamlessly switches to extended-range mode. During this secondary level of operation, electricity needed to power the vehicle is created on-board by a flex-fuel-powered engine that operates much like a home generator to create electricity. The enginegenerator ensures a constant supply of power for hundreds of miles until the car is refueled or plugged in to recharge the battery. This extended-range mode eliminates the range anxiety that comes with driving pure electric vehicles that offer no backup power when the battery charge is low. Whether in electric or extendedrange mode, the Converj is propelled all the time by an electric drive unit. It converts electrical energy from the battery or the engine-generator into mechanical energy to drive the front wheels. It also

delivers 273 lb.-ft. (370 Nm) of instant torque, for a quick launch, and 120 kW of power. The top speed is 100 mph. There is no compromise in vehicle performance in either mode of operation. To enhance the ride feel, the Converj also features GM’s Magnetic Ride Control; and for even greater efficiency, energy during braking is captured and stored in the battery. There’s no mistak-

ing the Converj for anything but a Cadillac, according to Lutz. “An aggressive, forward-leaning profile hints at a new, progressive theme and proportion in Cadillac’s design evolution,” he says. “The new proportion showcases a uniquely shaped, modern vision of a personal luxury 2+2.” The overall shape is reinforced by a prominent, sweeping body line with large, 21-inch (front) and 22-inch (rear) wheels pushed to the edges of the body. The Converj exterior is painted a dark silver tri-coat that GM designers dubbed “Reaction.” An all-glass roof incorporates solar panels that help offset power drain from the vehicle’s accessories. Additionally, several aerodynamic and design efficiencies were incorporated to enhance the driving range, including: • A full under-vehicle cover (belly pan) • Minimal grille openings that reduce drag at the front of the vehicle • Low-profile rearview cameras replace conventional outside mirrors to February 2009

reduce drag • Wheels are shaped to push air outward for smoother body side airflow • The Converj also incorporates vertical headlamp and taillamp elements, with light pipe technology. “Vertical lamps are Cadillac signatures and the Converj builds on the brand’s light pipe technology with bolder light emitting diode (LED) and highintensity discharge elements front and rear,” said Clay Dean, global design director for Cadillac. “There is also a unique daylight light ‘spear’ at the top of the headlamps.” The Converj’s interior has advanced features and luxurious appointments blending efficiency and environmental consciousness. The 2+2 configuration is trimmed in contrasting Winter White synthetic suede – including the top of the instrument panel – and Midnight Black leather, with polished aluminum and wood grain accents. Renewable materials are used throughout such as w o o l blend carpeting, a h ea dlin e r made from silk, suede made from post-industrial content and more. A technologically advanced driver center increases efficiency and reduces the draw on the battery. Features include: • New, organic light-emitting diode technology used on reconfigurable instrument cluster • Touch-screen navigation, climate, center-stack controls and audio systems • Adjustable, overhead white ambient lighting • Unique “power on” sequence featuring blue-lit console graphics • Screen displays for features including regenerative braking, battery charge level and power output • No inside rearview or outside mirrors; cameras provide surrounding images on a screen placed high on the instrument panel for a full, panoramic view • Push-button ignition and powerfolding front seats.n Southern Automotive Journal

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All-New 2009 Toyota Matrix Completely Redesigned For Improved Performance And Utility comfort. The 2.4-liter models get a fully independent double wishbone rear suspension system with coil-over shocks. The available AWD system is frontwheel-drive-based and distributes torque to the rear wheels through an electromagnetic coupler when needed. This active torque control system detects available traction based on signals sent from the anti-lock brake system (ABS) sensors on each wheel to the ECU. Toyota gave the 2009 Matrix a coupe-like exterior while maintaining

The Toyota Corolla Matrix, the sporty five-door vehicle that helped redefine the concept of a crossover vehicle, has been redesigned for the 2009 model year to offer better performance while maintaining fuel economy with a wider choice of functional options. Designers created a more coupeinspired exterior while providing enhanced interior utility and improved dynamic performance. The result is a package that has a wider, lower stance than the previous model, but maintains driver roominess and creates a more engaging to drive. The 2009 Matrix offers the choice of two different engines, 1.8- or 2.4-liters, a five-speed manual transmission, and either four- or five-speed automatic transmissions. Matrix is available in three grades â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Standard, S and the XRS. All-wheel drive (AWD) returns to the Matrix in the S grade, teamed to the new 2.4-liter engine. The Matrix XRS features the 2.4liter four-cylinder engine. Every engine part was changed to reduce friction, increase output and ensure smooth, quiet operation. The 2.4- liter produces 158 hp at 6,000 rpm and 162 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. A balance shaft suppresses vibration, and oil jets to help piston cooling. The exhaust system is engineered for reduced backpressure for improved performance. The 2.4-liter engine transmits its power through the five-speed manual transmission and is available with a fivespeed automatic. The AWD Matrix S

is equipped with the 2.4liter four-cylinder engine and the Super ECT 4-speed automatic transmission. Estimated-EPA fuel economy ratings are 26 MPG city/32 MPG highway for 1.8-liter manual transmission models and 25/31 MPG for the 1.8-liter automatic transmission models. Matrix models powered by the 2.4-liter engine with five-speed automatic transmission have EPAestimated fuel economy of 21/29 MPG. Like that of the Corolla, the 2009 Matrix chassis begins with a very stiff, rigid body structure that relies on high tensile-strength steels, gussets and crossmembers for its strength, rigidity and light weight. Front suspension is operated by a compact, rigid L-armtype MacPherson strut with a stabilizer bar. In the 1.8-liter Matrix models, a torsion beam rear suspension with a coil-overshock arrangement allows efficient packaging along with excellent handling and ride February 2009

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Identifix(R) Partners With AutoNetTV to Provide Monthly Video Tips for Auto Service Center Technicians (R)

Identifix , (www.identifix.com) one of the nation's premier sources of online and hotline diagnostic and repair information, today announced that it has partnered with AutoNetTV, to provide video content for its Pro Channel. The Identifix Tip of the Month will include valuable information on how to diagnose and fix tough vehicle repair problems. It will be broadcast each month on the AutoNetTV Pro Channel, viewed by owners and team members at approximately 4,700 Englishspeaking service centers throughout North America. The channel provides business and marketing insights, technical training, and other industry-specific messages devoted to the professionals working in the automotive aftermarket. "We are thrilled to include the

Identifix Tip of the Month on the Pro Channel for the technicians, and others working at our subscriber locations," says AutoNetTV co-founder, Sean Whiffen. "We've been fortunate to work with some of the best content partners out there, like CBS and Identifix, to make the AutoNetTV and Pro Channel programs entertaining, educational and motivating. Identifix has a great track record of identifying problems and providing solutions for vehicle repairs. We are sure the owners and staff will look forward to the Tip of the Month segment." The Identifix Tips of the Month are hosted by Jim Newkirk, an Identifix master certified technician, the Identifix European carline team leader and DirectHit product specialist. Newkirk brings over

32 years of diagnostic experience and has worked for Identifix Repair Hotline for 15 years. Identifix will provide a tip segment each month, and the first of 12 will air in February. Each Identifix Tip of the Month is a known fix from the Identifix Hotline Archives(TM), which are designed to help technicians across North America diagnose and fix tough problems on the vehicles that they encounter. Identifix collects and stores known good fixes in what is referred to as a Hotline Archive. A Hotline Archive contains the information and tests a technician will need to diagnose problems on all types of vehicles and systems in one easy to read and use document. They Monthly Video Please Turn to Page 10

June 8-14, 2009 is Automotive Service Professionals Week The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has declared June 8-14 as National Automotive Service Professionals Week. Building on the success of Automotive Service Professionals Day established in 2001, ASE launched National Automotive Service Professional's Week in 2005 to honor the commitment and dedication of automotive, truck and collision technicians, along with parts specialists and other support professionals who serve the motoring public. This will be the

fourth consecutive year that ASE continues this recognition and has it listed in the 2009 Chase's Calendar of Events. "Twenty-five states issued proclamations honoring National Automotive Service Professionals Week in 2008," said Trish Serratore, ASE Senior VP. "We will once again push to have all fifty states recognize the outstanding work done by automotive professionals across the nation in 2009." ASE will provide a form letter and enlist the aid of local shop owners in each state to petition their respec-

tive Governors to mark this special week. "ASE created National Automotive Service Professionals Week to recognize the men and women who service and maintain the highly complex vehicles upon which we depend so much for our day-to-day transportation," said Tim Zilke, ASE president and CEO. "This event acknowledges that skill and dedication, and ASE is proud to help recognize these individuals for their commitment to their customers, their craft and the American economy." n

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Economic Downturn May Push Percentage of Uninsured Motorists to All-Time High Approximately one in six drivers across the United States may be driving uninsured by 2010, according to a recent study from Insurance Research Council (IRC). Although the estimated percentage of uninsured motorists decreased nationally, from 14.9 percent in 2003 to 13.8 percent in 2007, the recent economic downturn is expected to trigger a sharp rise in the uninsured motorist rate. The recently released study, Uninsured Motorists, 2008 Edition, estimates the percentage of uninsured drivers countrywide and by state for the period 2005 to 2007. The IRC estimates the uninsured driver population using a ratio of insurance claims made by individuals who were injured by uninsured drivers to claims made by individuals who were injured by insured drivers. The study contains recent statistics by state on uninsured motorists claim frequency, bodily injury liability claim frequency, and the ratio of uninsured motorists to bodily injury claim frequencies. The magnitude of the uninsured motorists problem varied widely from state to state. In 2007, the five states with the highest uninsured driver estimates were New Mexico (29 percent), Mississippi (28 percent), Alabama (26 percent), Oklahoma (24 percent), and Florida (23 percent). The five states with the lowest uninsured driver estimates were Massachusetts (1 percent), Maine (4 percent), North Dakota (5 percent), New York (5 percent), and Vermont (6 percent). The report also found a strong correlation between the percent of uninsured motorists and the unemployment rate: An increase in the unemployment rate of one percentage point is associated with an increase in the uninsured motorist rate of more than three-quarters of a percentage point. Based on current unemployment rate projections, the percentage of uninsured motorists is expected to rise from 13.8 in 2007 to 16.1 in 2010. "An increase in the number of uninsured motorists is an unfortunate consequence of the economic downturn and illustrates how virtually everyone is affected by recent economic developments," said Elizabeth A. Sprinkel, senior vice president of the IRC. "Responsible

drivers who purchase insurance end up paying for injuries caused by uninsured drivers." The IRC study examined data collected from nine insurers, representing approximately 50 percent of the private passenger auto insurance market in the U.S. For more detailed information on the study's methodology and findings, contact David Corum by phone at (610) 644-2212, ext. 7506; by fax at (610) 6405388; or by e-mail at irc@cpcuiia.org; or visit the IRC's Web site at www.ircweb. org. Copies of the study are available for $125 each in the U.S. ($140 elsewhere) postpaid from the Insurance Research Council, 718 Providence Rd., Malvern, Pa. 19355-3402. Phone: (610) 644-2212, 7574. Fax: (610) 640-5388. The Insurance Research Council

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is a division of the American Institute for CPCU and the Insurance Institute of America. The Institutes are independent, not-for-profit organizations dedicated to providing educational programs, professional certification, and research for the property-casualty insurance business. The IRC provides timely and reliable research to all parties involved in public policy issues affecting insurance companies and their customers. The IRC does not lobby or advocate legislative positions. It is supported by leading property-casualty organizations. n Estimated Percentage of Uninsured Motorists by State in 2007 State Uninsured State

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Audatex Launches Collision Repair Industry's First Online Lean Six Sigma Training Course Audatex North America, Inc. today announced the release of the industry's first online Lean Six Sigma training course, a convenient and cost-effective way for learning how to apply proven Lean principles specifically to auto collision repair. The 10-module, self-paced online course provides targeted methodologies for cycle time reduction, waste elimination and process improvement that can help quickly improve shop productivity, customer satisfaction and business-growth potential. The program also provides optional continuing education units and Audatex certification. "It opened my eyes," Vartan

Ghazarian, Assistant Manager of Supreme Collision Centre, said of the Audatex Lean Six Sigma course. "We anticipate a 35 percent increase in efficiency and throughput in all areas, including average length of jobs, parts and supplies procurement and cycle times." Supreme Collision, which operates four facilities in Ontario, Canada and participates in several direct repair programs, is applying Lean principles throughout its organization. Twelve Supreme Collision employees will take the Audatex training, while managers will also attend classroom-based Six Sigma training on best practices provided by a leading U.S. paint company.

Lean Six Sigma is at the heart of some of the world's most successful companies, including Toyota Motor Corporation. Since 2006, Audatex has implemented Lean Six Sigma practices in its daily operations. The company, part of Solera Holdings, Inc., employs Lean Six Sigma experts and trainers known as "Black Belts," the highest level of Lean Six Sigma certification that can be attained. "This course provides comprehensive coverage of Six Sigma and Lean principles and concepts including 5S, Waste, Pull, Flow, Value Stream Mapping, Mistake-proofing and Kaizen," said David Trissel, Certified Black Belt and Associate Vice President of Process Excellence at Audatex.n Monthly Video From Page 8 can shortcut diagnostic time and get the technician to a solution quickly and accurately. Each Hotline Archive starts with the vehicle description, mileage and a short description of the customer concern. It then walks the technician through the Confirmed Fix(TM). A Confirmed Fix is the result of a technician using a Hotline Archive to fix a problem, confirming exactly how they were able to fix their specific problem. When validated by an Identifix technician, the Confirmed Fix is then added to the Hotline Archive making it even more valuable, because experience-based fix information is added to the Hotline Archive. These Confirmed Fixes provide unique experience-based diagnostic information and are extremely useful to technicians searching for a quick fix for a vehicle. The Identifix Tip of the Month will provide technicians with a monthly selection of real world test information and Confirmed Fixes contained in Hotline Archives. "We are very excited to partner with AutoNetTV.com. Video is such a great medium to communicate how to diagnose and fix tough problems faster and more accurately. By using Identifix, a shop is able to see whether other shops are observing similar problems on vehicles. The shop can then take advantage of the short cut tests created by our master technicians and use likely causes to find fixes faster," said Jeff Sweet, Identifix President.n

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2009 North American Car and Truck of the Year Winners Announced

Hyundai Genesis A jury of 50 automotive journalists from the United States and Canada has selected the Hyundai Genesis as the 2009 North American Car of the Year and the Ford F-150 as the 2009 North American Truck of the Year. The awards are designed to recognize the most outstanding new vehicles in their segments. The awards are based on factors that include innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value for the dollar. Because the vehicles are new, reliability is not a factor. The awards are unique in the United States because they are given by automotive journalists who represent magazines, television, radio, newspapers and web sites instead of a single publication. Also, unlike some other awards, the awards are financed entirely by the jurors.

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The winners were announced at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, however, the show does not give the awards and the voting does not take place there. In December the top three cars and trucks were announced. The car finalists were the Ford Flex, Hyundai Genesis and the Volkswagen Jetta TDI. The truck finalists were the Dodge Ram, the Ford F-150 and the Mercedes-Benz ML320 BlueTEC. The Genesis received 189 points, the Flex received 180 and the Jetta TDI received 131. The F-150 received 259 points, the Ram received 167 points and the Mercedes received 74 points. The awards were first given in 1994. This was the first time a Korean automaker has won. This was the fifth time Ford has won the North American

2009 North American Car of the Year nominees:

Truck of the Year and the third win for the F-150. The other winners were the Expedition and Escape Hybrid. To be eligible, vehicles must be "all-new" or "substantially changed" from the previous model. This year the jury considered more than fifty 2009 vehicles and settled on 14 cars and 11 trucks that deserved to be on the ballot. Michelle Collins, Vice Chairman Automotive at Deloitte & Touche, was responsible for counting the ballots, which jurors sent directly to the accounting firm. Until the news conference announcing the winners Ms. Collins was the only person who knew the winners. Last year the North American Car of the Year was the Chevrolet Malibu and the North American Truck of the Year was the Mazda CX-9. n

2009 North American Truck of the Year nominees:

Audi A4 BMW 1 Series Cadillac CTS-V Dodge Challenger Ford Flex Honda Fit Hyundai Genesis Jaguar XF Lincoln MKS Mazda 6 Nissan GT-R Pontiac G8 Toyota Venza Volkswagen Jetta TDI

BMW X6 Chevrolet Traverse Dodge Ram Ford F-150 Honda Pilot Infiniti FX35/50 Kia Borrego Mercedes-Benz ML320 BlueTEC Nissan Murano Subaru Forester Volkswagen Tiguan

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Magna And Ford Motor Company Partner To Introduce Zero-emission Battery Electric Vehicle

Magna International, the world's Magna International. "In addition, the es the technical expertise of two global most diverse auto parts supplier, joint partnership demonstrates valuable companies to achieve a common goal, announced recently a vehicle-developOEM/supplier collaboration by sharing delivering a no-compromise, zero- emisment partnership with sion, battery powFord Motor Company to ered car for the Vehicle/Technology Specifications introduce a zero-emisretail market." sion lithium-ion battery Magna will be - Small car powered by an electric motor; electric vehicle (BEV) to responsible for probe delivered to market viding critical com- Single-speed transmission; in 2011. ponents that makeThe electric vehicle, up the powertrain - Battery pack expected range of up to 100 miles; which Ford announced and battery modat this year's North ules in the vehicle. - On-board battery charger capable of plugging into a 110- or 220-volt American International In addition, Magna standard outlet; Auto Show in Detroit as a will also play a key key vehicle in their elecrole in the engitrification strategy, will - Expected 12 hour charge time at 110 volts; 6 hours at 220 volts; neering required be a small car with an to integrate the expected range of up to electric propulsion - High-voltage powered HVAC compressor; and 100 miles without using system and other a drop of gasoline and new systems into - High-voltage auxiliary heater. without compromising the vehicle archicustomer performance tecture. expectations. The Ford The partnership with Ford and BEV is expected to offer consumers a in the expertise and investment that development of the Ford BEV demonfamiliar driving experience - it will operthe auto industry now requires for new strates Magna's commitment to indusate similar to a conventional vehicle, but advancements in energy independence try-leading innovation in materials, with smoother acceleration, less noise and reduced CO(2) emissions." processes and products. From reducing and zero emission. "Our collaboration with Magna on mass to increasing comfort and forging "This vehicle adds an important a Ford BEV is the result of a shared new paths in customer collaboration, piece to Ford's product lineup with a vision of the potential of electrification Magna's expertise in design, engineerzero-emission vehicle that will be in transportation," said Derrick Kuzak, ing and manufacturing continues to play both affordable and meets customFord's group vice president, Product a role in the development of next-geners' needs," said Don Walker, co-CEO of Development. "This partnership leverageration cars and trucks.n

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International Car of the Year Awards Announce 2009 Winners The 13th Annual International Car of the Year Award's (ICOTY) jury presented the winners of the 2009 International Car and Truck of the Year Awards. Held at the MGM Grand Detroit, the black-tie event hosted more than 500 industry leaders, VIPs, and media on the eve of press week of the North American International Auto Show. Among the political elite in attendance was U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, who provided opening remarks for the ceremony. The mission of the ICOTY Awards is to honor new-year model vehicles that reach beyond power and performance by tapping into lifestyle compatibility. The jury, made up of 16 nationally-renowned automotive journalists, selected the new-year models with ballots tabulated by J.D. Power and Associates to ensure accuracy and credibility. The event was hosted by Edmunds.com Editorial Director, Kevin Smith and Road & Travel Magazine (RTM) Editor-in-Chief, Courtney Caldwell. The winners are:

Dodge Ram 1500 International Truck of the Year

Nissan GT-R International Car of the Year

2009 Earth, Wind & Power Awards(TM) Debut At Icoty The 2009 ceremony also debuted the Earth, Wind & Power (EWP) Awards(TM), honoring the most environmentally-friendly car and truck of the year. The mission of the EWP Awards is to recognize new-year model vehicles driven by a power source that help reduce global warming, are conducive to promoting a cleaner environment and support the mission to achieve energy independence through alternative sources. And the EWP winners are:

Volkswagen Jetta TDI EARTH, WIND & POWER - Car of the Year

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Earth Angel Award Honda Motor Company was awarded the second annual EARTH ANGEL Award for most environmentallyfriendly automaker. The mission of the award is to recognize the automaker demonstrating the most significant progress with environmental initiatives and partnerships worldwide. U.S. Congressman Gary Peters provided opening remarks for the award, which was sponsored by Bridgestone.n February 2009

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Volkswagen Tiguan: GTI Of Compact Sport Utility Vehicles Volk swagen of America, Inc. announced recently that its all-new and highly anticipated compact sport utility vehicle Tiguan is now available in dealer showrooms. Staying true to Volkswagen’s autobahn heritage, the Tiguan is truly the GTI of compact sport utility vehicles. Tiguan brings new standards of design aesthetics, driving dynamics, safety features, and a host of luxury and convenience attributes to an emerging category. Tiguan offers distinctive European design charac teristics such as a sophisticated a n d eyecatchi n g face, an available panoram ic sunroof enabling almost 13 square feet of sunshine, and three trim levels allowing personalized configurations for a wider range of CUV shoppers. Tiguan features the “fun to drive” handling and performance expected from a Volkswagen. A standard 2.0L TSI engine delivers turbocharged acceleration while still delivering responsible fuel efficiency. This award winning turbocharged four-cylinder power plant delivers 200 horsepower and 207 lbs –ft of torque. The combination of four valves per cylinder, direct fuel injection and turbo charging delivers the optimum balance of power and economy. European tuned suspension enables connected handling, while also providing a 20

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safety. Tiguan was designed with driver and passenger convenience in mind. Flexible seating, with reclining rear seats with six inches of fore and aft travel, allow for additional leg room or cargo space depending on individual needs. The front passenger seat also folds flat for carrying longer objects. The interior also includes various clips and storage bins ensuring safe space for all types of items that travel in the vehicle. This vehicle also features an available state of the art navigation system, combining a sophisticated radio with a precise touch screen navigation system and easy to use map views through its 6.5 inch high resolution wide-screen display. The system includes a 30GB hard drive to store map data and audio files that can be brought into the device via the optical drive or SD card slot. The optical drive is capable of reading CD, DVD a n d DVD

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New ASA Associate Members Show Support for Independents The Automotive Service Association (ASA) is pleased to announce six new associate members that have recently joined the association. The decision to become an associate member displays a strong commitment to ASA and its efforts to serve the automotive service and repair industry - including its many dedicated independent repair professionals. New associate members joining ASA during the fourth quarter of 2008 include:

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The associate category of ASA membership is designed for companies or groups that supply goods, services or equipment to the industry, especially to ASA’s regular category of membership - businesses that perform automotive repair services. ASA’s full list of associate members can be found on the ASA Web site, www.ASAshop.org. The associate member list is categorized according to

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ARA Presents OEM Non-deployed Airbags to CIC Body The ARAPro Airbag Protocol was presented before the Collision Industry Conference (CIC) body during the Parts Committee meeting headed by Committee Chairman Ken Weiss of Comsearch and coordinated with the help of Don Porter of State Farm Insurance. ARA Past President and Vice Committee Chair Jim Watson of A B C Auto Parts and Wreckers, Inc., IL, represented ARA and offered a powerful presentation which detailed the industry’s market and demand for OEM non-deployed airbags, the scope of the ARA Airbag Resources’ Airbag Protocol and its implementation through Airbag Resources.com in the training, employee certification, handling, inspection and branding of ARAPro OEM non-deployed airbags. Watson also expressed the common industry goal of lowering total loss rates and therefore increasing the number of repairable vehicles. During the presentation, the collision industry was invited to ask questions regarding the sale of OEM nondeployed airbags and was surprised to find that in the statistical data collected by 25 facilities, approximately 6,000 airbags have been sold within the past year. According to Car-Part.com, there have been requests for 800,000 airbags made on their site alone. This data supports ARA’s report that, while no major insurance company publicly acknowledges their use of OEM nondeployed airbags, replacement airbags are in strong demand nationally and

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Auto Library Friends Pick Dodge Challenger as 2008's 'Collectible Car of the Future' From all of America's new cars and trucks in 2008, the all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger will become the most desired by future car collectors. That is the prediction of the Friends of the National Automotive History Collection (NAHC). "The 2009 Dodge Challenger selection is unique among all the 'Vehicle of the Year' awards, because it is selected by 'car buffs' who know what future collectors will value," said Matthew Lee, chairman of the NAHC Board of Trustees. "We asked our members to predict which of this year's new vehicles will turn heads in the Woodward Cruise of 2033 -- and

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New 2009 Ford F-150: More Capability, More Choice, More ‘Smart’ Features For America’s Truck The vision for Ford’s truck team was clear: Redesign America’s favorite truck inside and out to give customers unrivaled capability, unprecedented choice and a host of smart, game-changing features. T h e result is the new 2009 Ford F-150, the new benchmark in the full-size pickup segment from the industry’s truck leader – which has built more than 33 million F-Series pickups since 1948. The Ford truck team adopted a holistic, 360-degree approach to revamping the new 2009 F150 – from its s e g m e n t- f i r s t features to the tough new exterior highlighted by a dramatic three-bar grille and more spacious, flexible and refined interior, to the unparalleled choice of cab styles and trim levels – including a new Platinum series that redefines truck luxury. The improvements are just as dramatic beneath the sheet metal. A new high-strength, lighter-weight chassis is the backbone that allows this tough truck to deliver more horsepower, better fuel economy and safety, and additional towing and payload capacity. “The Ford F-150 is an American icon,” said Mark Fields, Ford’s president of The Americas. “Ford is the truck leader, and F-150 customers expect and demand the best truck on the market. “Our team not only met those expectations, they exceeded them with

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• 2009 North American Truck of the Year • Detroit News Truck of the Year • Motor Trend 2009 Truck of the Year Award™ • 2009 Best Redesigned Vehicle from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com • Top honors as “Truck of Texas” as well as “Best Luxury Pickup” for the 2009 F-150 King Ranch from Texas Auto Writers Association • “Best Overall Half-Ton Pickup” from PickupTrucks.com• “Automotive Excellence” award in the Workhorse Category from Popular Mechanics • “Top Safety Pick” from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for its standard safety technology: Safety Canopy side curtain air bags and AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control

the new 2009 F-150,” Fields added. “With Ford’s product-led transformation in full swing, the new F-150 could not have come at a better time – for Ford and for our customers.” In all, more than 1,000 Ford engineers, designers, researchers and others worked together to develop the new 2009 F-150. The team drew inspiration by listening to Ford’s large customer base. F150 Please Turn To Page 28 February 2009

• “Residual Value” award from Automotive Leasing Guide (ALG) for retaining the highest percentage of its original price among 2009 full-size light duty pickups at the end of a conventional three-year lease, based on ALG projections • Motor Trend's Truck Trend Top 5 Trucks from Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) for 2009 Ford F-150 Heavy Duty DeWalt Contractor Concept • “Accessory-Friendly Truck” Design Award from SEMA Southern Automotive Journal

Genesis From Page 26 Genesis features a suspension design that is among the most sophisticated and refined anywhere, at any price. The front five-link suspension features upper and lower arms linking the front wheels to the chassis. This artfully

articulated arrangement creates a virtual king pin axis that dramatically reduces unwanted kickback through the steering wheel as well as improving responsiveness. The five-link independent rear suspension is equally sophisticated, enabling precise suspension geom-

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“Before we started working on the new truck, we continued the conversation with people who use these trucks every day for work and play,” said Matt O’Leary, chief engineer of the 2009 F-150. “We went to their ranches, their job sites and their homes, making sure we crafted features that would improve their ownership experiences and, really, their lives.” “The new, improved chassis helps deliver additional payload and towing capacity as well as improved fuel economy, which we know is top of mind for customers,” O’Leary said. Thanks to the strength of the frame and comprehensive package of standard safety equipment, including side-curtain air bags, the new F-150 is engineered to earn top safety ratings from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Complementing the modern frame is a high-tech suite of features that ensures the F-150 is sure-footed and safe in all driving and load conditions. The new F-150 offers segment-first standard AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability

The New Ford F-150 features the industry-first Tailgate Step to make accessing the bed of the truck easier. Control) and Trailer Sway Control plus available Rearview Camera Assist as well

etry for a premium ride and engaging handling prowess. The capabilities of the advanced front and rear-suspension are maximized through Amplitude Selective Dampers (ASD) allowing tuning flexibility at smaller damper displacements. n as Integrated Trailer Brake Controller a segment-first on light-duty pickups. The interior of the new 2009 F-150 SuperCrew offers more usable space for moving more people and gear thanks to a 6-inch stretch that improves rear seat legroom and cargo capacity. A mechanically articulated second-row seat flips up and out of the way. Combined with a truly flat load floor, the feature gives the new SuperCrew class leading 57.6 cubic feet of space behind the front seats and can accommodate items up to 47.9 inches tall, such as flat-screen TV that needs to be hauled from the electronics store to home. In response, Ford’s truck team designed a truck that offers more choice than any full-size truck on the market. With three cab styles, four box options and seven unique trim levels, the F-150 comes in 35 different configurations to meet the widest range of customer needs and wants – all delivered with quality. Buyers can choose from the nofuss XL workhorse, to the sporty STX and off-road capable FX4, to the mid-range XLT. For those looking for tough luxury, Ford offers the high-end Lariat and King Ranch F-150 models.n

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Cash for Clunkers Program Introduced in Senate A fleet modernization program has been proposed by U.S. Sens. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif.; Susan Collins, RMaine; and Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., which would establish a national incentive program for voluntary retirement of fuel-inefficient vehicles through the Department of Energy. Princeton University's Dr. Alan Blinder, in a New York Times article published in 2008, referred to this policy option as "Cash for Clunkers" - government payments to remove older, less-fuel-efficient or high-polluting vehicles from America's highways.

Specifically, the program would compensate drivers $2,500 to $4,500 for exchanging their fuel-inefficient vehicle for a more fuel-efficient vehicle. The American Council for an EnergyEfficient Economy predicts that, if implemented, the program would save motor fuel and reduce greenhouse gases and ground-level ozone levels. The Automotive Service Association (ASA) supports a Cash for Clunkers program if it includes these following important points: • Includes a vehicle repair option for consumers.

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• Programs should be administered by the states. • Vehicle participation should be tied to emissions and improving air quality. • Repair cost allowances should be sufficient to address emissions repairs. There are several Cash for Clunkers initiatives being discussed as part of the Stimulus legislation. To review the Feinstein legislation or other related Cash for Clunkers information, please visit Automotive Service Association's legislative Web site at www.TakingtheHill.com.n

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ATX Launches Enhanced Automatic Collision Notification for BMW ATX Group, the leading independent provider of telematics services to global automobile manufacturers, announced today the deployment of the BMW Assist(TM) enhanced Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) application for most 2009 and later BMW models. This represents the next step forward in the rapid and appropriate deployment of emergency response following a vehicle accident. BMW's enhanced ACN sends additional data from the vehicle's control units automatically to the BMW Assist response center, operated by ATX. There, the data is evaluated using a unique algorithm jointly developed with BMW and the William Lehman Injury Research Center in Miami, Florida. This analysis allows the response center to determine the risk of severe injury. Challenger From Page 25

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This information can help local emergency services set dispatch priority, identify the most appropriate response team and the most appropriate treatment facility to transfer the injured parties. ATX has served as the BMW Assist response center since 2001 in North America and since 2003 in Europe. The ACN service helps ensure rapid response after a crash by sending an alert promptly and automatically, including the vehicle location. Simultaneously, a voice call is placed to the response center. ATX then contacts the appropriate Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) with jurisdiction at the accident site and conveys both the crash information as well as occupant-provided information. More than 500,000 BMW vehicles are now in operation in the U.S. and Canada

with this core BMW Assist feature. "ATX is proud to partner with BMW Assist to set the pace for leadingedge, connected vehicle applications that enhance emergency response to vehicle crashes and advance traditional telematics safety to a broader platform of end-to-end, mobile emergency management," said ATX President Steve Millstein. "This is a critical next step in using vehicle generated-data to help emergency dispatchers more quickly assess the nature of the emergency, and aid emergency responders in more accurately determining triage criteria. It has the potential to save precious minutes in identifying and transferring critically injured patients to the appropriate care, as well as providing more information to prepare awaiting hospital emergency staff."n

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The NAHC is the world's largest public archive of automotive lore and a treasure for automotive historians, journalists and collectors. Its collection of books, manuals, photos, company histories, and historic documents is open to the public.n

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