The well-received new Corolla should help the Japanese carmaker continue its rebound from earlier, costly missteps.
Trends can create new bull runs no matter what is happening in the overall market.
Buyers can now do their own research and find financing and repair services elsewhere. Why can't we buy directly from the manufacturer?
Sectors out of favor since the financial crisis are outperforming defensive ones in the recent rally.
Car sales declined 7% in 2012 and are so far dropping even more in 2013. Can easing policies induce sales?
A spokesman says comments the CEO made to The Wall Street Journal are a 'bit misleading.'
Investors may be tempted by this rock star fund, but the outlook may not be so bright.
Instead of the usual plant closings and furloughs, Ford, GM and Chrysler are keeping the assembly lines rolling to meet strong demand.
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