American Suzuki Announces Pricing for All-New 2007 Xl7 and SX4

BREA, CA – American Suzuki Motor Corporation has announced pricing on its all-new XL7 crossover SUV and SX4 compact sport X-over (crossover). The XL7 has a starting manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $22,899. The SX4 has a starting MSRP of $14,999. The SX4 is arriving in dealer showrooms now, and the XL7 is scheduled to arrive in dealer showrooms later this fall.

DaimlerChrysler to Introduce Jeep Patriot and Compass Concept Vehicles

AUBURN HILLS, MI – The Jeep Patriot concept vehicle is designed to appeal to compact SUV buyers who want traditional Jeep styling with best-in-class off-road capability. Jeep Patriot is rugged, while still offering fuel economy, interior flexibility, and utility, according to DaimlerChrsyler.

Kia Keeps Sportage Name for New Compact SUV

Kia Motors confirmed on June 16 that the name of its new compact Sportage-replacing SUV will still be the Sportage when it hits showrooms worldwide in second half of 2004.

The Business Case for Short Cycling Compact SUVs

The aggressive fleet incentives that manufacturers are currently offering commercial fleets present the opportunity to give serious consideration to substituting a compact SUV on a selector in lieu of a traditional intermediate-size fleet sedan, so long as it is capable of fulfilling the fleet application. When you compare lifecycle costs during a 36-month service life, a compact SUV actually has a lower monthly total cost. Interestingly, they are also less expensive at a shorter 24-month cycle.

The Business Case for Short Cycling Compact SUVs

The aggressive fleet incentives that manufacturers are currently offering commercial fleets present the opportunity to give serious consideration to substituting a compact SUV on a selector in lieu of a traditional intermediate-size fleet sedan, so long as it is capable of fulfilling the fleet application.

Ford Escape Wins "Best Compact SUV" Award

Ford Motor Co. announced on December 19 that the 2004 Ford Escape has been recognized with the Texas Auto Writers Association's "Best Compact SUV" Award. In addition, it has received "Best in Class" and "Best in Safety" awards from Kiplinger's magazine.

Ford Escape Wins "Best Compact SUV" Award

Ford Motor Co. announced on December 19 that the 2004 Ford Escape has been recognized with the Texas Auto Writers Association's "Best Compact SUV" Award. In addition, it has received "Best in Class" and "Best in Safety" awards from Kiplinger's magazine.

New Saturn SUV to be Named “VUE”

New Saturn SUV to be Named “VUE”