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Luxury-Car Makers Push Function More Than Flash

Thursday, 21 January 2010 05:19

U.S. luxury-car sales, once considered resistant to recessions, have plunged 40% over the past two years, compared with the overall market's 35% drop. Now, high-end car makers are preparing for a rebound that promises to be just as unconventional.

GM, Ford Load Up Small Cars for Bigger Profits

Thursday, 21 January 2010 05:17

At the Detroit auto show, General Motors and Ford revealed their comeback strategy for small cars: Adorn them with features seldom seen in domestic econoboxes, such as roomy interiors, computer gadgets, turbocharged engines and sporty sheet metal.

Dieters Spending Less on High-Priced Programs

Thursday, 21 January 2010 05:11

The recession is slimming down the diet business. Though the $59.7 billion industry rose 2% in 2009, that's way down from its historical rate of 6% or higher annual growth, said John LaRosa, who runs Marketdata Enterprises and BestDietforMe.com. The industry has taken a beating as high-priced diet programs lose subscribers to cheaper weight-loss options -- or no diets at all.

Researchers Say Shoppers Don't Know What 'Green' Means

Thursday, 21 January 2010 05:03

Green and sustainable products still face an uphill battle when it comes to reaching a wide audience of consumers, according to new market research. In fact, they're still pretty confused about what exactly "green" means and aren't dying to rush out and be green, said Suzanne Shelton, president and CEO of the Shelton Group, a specialist in researching environmental issues.

Consumers Are Expanding Their Definition of Fast Food

Tuesday, 19 January 2010 01:34

Consumers' perception of fast food is no longer confined to quick-service, drive-thru restaurants and convenience stores. Instead, a dual concept has emerged, consisting of traditional fast food and of "food fast," served quickly with a greater emphasis on flavor, quality and ambiance, according to a recent study by Technomic Inc.

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