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The North American International Auto Show — better known as the Detroit Auto Show — is underway now, with more new model introductions, including concept vehicles, than the public has seen in years. The auto industry is bouncing back, but even so, not everything is a hit. There are some misses. Here’s what the [...]  While all the news about the shiny new toys being introduced at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, let’s look at the flip side, at the ten cars that barely made a blip on the sales screen in 2011. All are great cars, many with top safety ratings. They just suffer from less desirable than another model from the same manufacturer, or a competing brand, plus the overall switch from larger gas guzzlers and SUVs to more fuel efficient models and versatile cross-overs. Here’s the list, compiled by Autoblog, which published the list just with price and sales numbers, but no reason for the poor sales. So those comments and opinions are mine.  2011 Mazda Tribute, one of the ten worst selling vehicles of 2011 10. Subaru Tribeca, MSRP: $30,595, Units Sold: 2,791
9. Mazda Tribute, MSRP: $20,555, Units Sold: 2,696
8. Mercedes-Benz R-Class, MSRP: $52,690, Units Sold: 2,385
7. Suzuki Equator, MSRP: $17,899. Units Sold: 2,127
6. Cadillac Escalade EXT, MSRP: $63,060, Units Sold: 2,036
Read the next page to find out about the five worst selling vehicles of 2011. Surprise — not one of them is produced by by Detroit big three Ford, General Motors or Chrysler. Continue reading Top ten worst selling vehicles of 2011  Toyota and Lexus brands offer best resale value according to KBB How much a vehicle costs when you buy it or lease it is just one part of the equasion. You also need to factor in how that vehicle rates for operating costs, maintenance costs and resale value. Since depreciation – or loss of value — is typically a car buyer’s biggest cost expense during ownership, you should consider the resale price after the typical ownership period of two years to five years. Your new car typically loses around one-third of its value the moment you drive it off the dealer lot, meaning that a $50,000 new car today will only be worth just around $17,750 after five years. Some models and manufacturers hold their value better than others, based on supply and demand, as well as current and projected future market conditions and continued buyer interest. According to Kelley Blue Book, these 2012 cars retain the best value — and the highest resale price — after a period of ownership– 2012 best resale value overall by brand is Toyota, and the 2102 best resale value for a luxury brand is Lexus 2012 BEST RESALE VALUE BY VEHICLE CATEGORY
List of top ten 2012 best resale value cars on next page The upcoming 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show is the biggest in years, with more than 50 North American and world debuts of new cars, SUVs and trucks. Green cars star at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto The intros show that the auto industry continues to be a surprise bright spot in the overall [...] The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is GM’s newest addition to what’s called the 40 Plus mileage club. The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic delivers an EPA-estimated 40 mpg on the highway, it’s fun to drive, and has a starting price of just $14,995. No wonder sales of this well-designed subcompact are booming. Also, it just happens to [...] Every auto show features a concept car or several. Concept cars are important, because they give us a sneak peak at the car company’s design and technology direction, and the reaction of the media and the public can determine whether the concept gets put into overdrive, or parked in the garage and forgotten.
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