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Edmunds.com has named the top consumer-rated vehicles for 2011. General Motors took two categories with its Buick Regal MI vehicles and Chevrolet Volt.

Michigan Chevrolet dealers saw sale numbers increase over the month of June from last year for all types of vehicles including fuel efficient cars, trucks and especially the Chevy Cruze. General Motors reports a 16 percent increase from 2010.

There are current CAFE fuel mileage requirements in place now as 2016 gets closer, but the federal government is beginning talk about a new fuel mileage mandate by 2025.

There are a few sedans available for purchase that not only are fuel efficient and get high fuel mileage, but also are available at a reasonable price tag. The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has been announced to fit those categories for buyers.

There are many advances toward adding connectivity to the lives of consumers, but NHTSA’ Chief is warning companies and vehicle owners looking to add technology to vehicles. It is important from one MI dealer to the next to be aware of warnings.

There are always factors that go into action when shoppers decide what type of vehicle to purchase. Right now Michigan trucks are seeing fewer sales with higher gas prices and lower mpg on the mind of many consumers.

General Motors has announced that all 50 states are able to place orders for the 2012 Chevrolet Volt. Michigan Chevrolet dealers have heard the news that GM has lowered the base price of the efficient vehicle while the federal tax credit is the same.

The future of General Motors Co. -- the new GM -- will be, in a word, "amazing," GM Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson told the company's shareholders during its 2011 annual meeting Tuesday morning.

In 2007, Toyota Tundra MI trucks came to play in the full-sized market, but after four years, the Tundra still has low market share and a small percentage of fleet sales compared to the Detroit Three.

May was the first month in 2011 with a total sales outcome not moving in a positive direction. Vehicle sales declined close to four percent, but Michigan Chrysler dealers can be proud as their brand takes third place over Toyota Motor Corp.

Fuel mileage and efficiency all depends on the driver, vehicle and environment conditions. MI Auto Times wants to share what not to do and best practices when driving.

General Motors wants to ensure its dealerships receive the recognition they deserve. This year three Michigan Chevrolet dealers were honored along with another 103 dealerships.

General Motors wanted to show how thankful it is to have had help from the country by opening its doors to all 54 U.S. manufacturing plants so the public could visit and tour. Michigan GMC dealers hear first day of the open houses were successful.

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Chrysler Group LLC had planned to pay back loans to the U.S. and Canadian governments by June. Michigan Chrysler dealers learned Tuesday $7.6 billion was repaid already.

Chevrolet Silverado trucks have been a popular option for truck fans, and now customers don’t have to choose between performance and efficiency as the Silverado goes hybrid, increasing its fuel mileage.

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The Chevrolet Volt is in high demand and dealers like local Michigan Chevrolet dealers may be able to reach demand at a better pace as General Motors announced production of the hybrid will be increasing.

The Buick LaCrosse been a big topic for reviews lately as this sedan is surprising many with its comforts and conveniences. Now, Michigan Buick dealers have heard the announcement that the Buick LaCrosse was rated with 5-Stars from the NHTSA.

General Motors began the year off with profits in the U.S. as well as other global markets. Michigan GMC dealers are excited to see how far General Motors can go this year.

The Buick LaCrosse is offering something new to the auto industry and Michigan Buick dealers with its upgrades, technology and comfort. It’s not surprising the Buick LaCrosse is continuing to receive rave reviews & MI Auto Times officially agrees.

GM Flint employees worked together to bring enough donation money to the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan to cover 90,000 meals. MI car dealers are proud to see fellow GM employees give back to the community in such a big way.

General Motors is not only investing in the future with greener technology, but GM is also investing in American workers by adding 4,000 jobs in eight U.S. states. MI car dealers are proud to see the progress and to share the news with customers.

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The NHTSA has expanded on two high profile investigations for Ford and BMW. At the same time, General Motors announces two car recalls for one of its new models.

For the month of May, General Motors is offering military personnel discounts on various Chevrolet, Buick and GMC models. Michigan Chevrolet dealers are excited to participate while helping troops here in the states and overseas.

April showed a shift in consumer trends as small cars increased for most large automakers. General Motors MI dealers contributed to the almost 50 percent increase in compact cars for the month.

Chrysler Group LLC needed to be bailed out in 2009 and has been partially owned by two federal governments for almost two years. Recently, Michigan Chrysler dealers have heard the announcement that Chrysler is planning on paying of loans soon.

With gas prices still rising, buying a fuel-efficient vehicle is becoming more important to customers. Michigan Chevrolet dealers have learned from real owner testimonials that months can pass before they need to visit the pump again.

Toyota Motor Corp and General Motors have been in a battle for the world largest automaker title for years. Toyota took the title from GM in 2008, but it looks like Michigan GMC dealers may see GM take it back.

Fuel efficiency has been a big focus for automakers. Automakers revealed fuel-efficient vehicles at the NYAIS while others unveiled redesigned vehicles. Michigan Jeep dealers heard news about a new diesel Jeep Grand Cherokee as fans did.

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Since the Chevrolet Volt’s release in November 2010 it has received three prestigious awards and many other praises for General Motors’ newest electric technology. Michigan Chevrolet dealers are proud to offer customers this awarded vehicle.

The winners of the contest were felicitated at a function held in Mumbai. John Paul Xavier from Industrial Design Centre at IIT Mumbai who was declared as the winner was awarded with a brand new Chevrolet Beat.

Once the recession began, it was difficult for leasing options to continue to be fruitful as credit was not being extended. As the economy is still improving, Michigan Chevrolet dealers are watching as leasing options are starting to flourish again.

Chrysler has lately been offering more incentives on the trucks they carry, but for the month of April, Chrysler has brought back its Minivan Pledge. Michigan Chrysler dealers have already begun offering the pledge to its shoppers.

General Motors, as all automakers but Toyota, saw an increase in sales from March of 2010. Michigan Chevrolet dealers learn Ford may have beat GM in sales numbers, but GM has higher units of total vehicles sold for the year.

GM World Class Service Technician Paul Koerner led seminars and answered questions for Corvette enthusiasts at Mid America Motorworks Weekend Workshop

Mi Auto Times has the details about which competitors and hybrid models will be beaten by the Buick LaCrosse eAssist technology. Michigan Buick dealers may be interested to know which models are on the list.

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With more than 37,000 vehicles not being produced a day and with assembly and part plants shut down, what is will impact the U.S.? What will happen to MI dealers as the supply of popular vehicles possibly shortens?

Buick sales have been growing for 17 straight months; in February, Michigan Buick dealers saw Buick top sales of Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Acura.

General Motors CFO Chris Liddell has resigned from GM. The new CFO will be Daniel Ammann, GM Treasurer.

When General Motors discontinued the Pontiac brand, it caused problems for many dealerships that relied on Pontiac traffic. One of the Michigan Buick dealers Sellers Buick GMC was able to take the possible negative impact and turn it into a positive.

Owner of Preston Automotive Group uses son's advice to contract in order to expand and helps Dealer Group to become successful. Advice helps Preston Ford Lincoln prosper.

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Some automakers celebrated large percent increases in February while others saw smaller increases. Michigan GMC dealers may have contributed to the high numbers General Motors reported.

Buick Regal MI buyers should know it was MI Auto Times’ pick for “Rising through the Ranks.”The vehicle continues to live up to its name.