CALIFORNIA - The study conducted JD Power and Associates recently showed a decrease in the quality of new cars in production in 2011, especially on the drive-train and car interior features. This decrease is the first time this has happened in five years (since 2008). However, there is The following list of 2011 Most Qualified cars in the U.S. amid declining quality of new cars can be found.
Based on "The 2011 Initial Quality Study" was recorded on average per 100 new cars sold this year, there were 122 problems. This amount is more than last year which recorded 111 problems.
Decline in the quality of the engine and transmission in the eyes of consumers triggered by high fuel prices and strict regulations are applied in the U.S. government. "This condition is sometimes created new doubts on the engine or transmission time like" speeding "or move the transmission," the report said as quoted by caradvice (24/06/2011)
The second problem, the introduction of many new multimedia features such as in between hands-free and via voice activation system. Consumers look at these new tools as new technologies are not functioning properly.
David Sargent, vice president of Global Vehicle Research JD Power and Associates said the principal automotive world needs to balance the needs with new technologies and provide a car to be reliable, trouble-free.
"The new features it is necessary to win consumer choice. However, the principal must also be able to safeguard the interests of this model while maintaining high product quality," beber Sargent.
For audio devices, entertainment systems and on the car dashboard naviagasi recorded 28 higher than 2009. That is, new technologies but also created more trouble from him. 'Complex technology should be abandoned and create more friendly to use (user friendly) and can be relied upon while driving, "explains Sargent.
Of all the brands entered as a sample, Lexus has recorded the lowest with 73 problems per 100 cars permasalahn. In the second place there are Honda (86 issues), Acura (89). Furthermore, Mercedes-Benz, Mazda, Porsche, Toyota, Infiniti, Cadillac and GMC disappointing because it exceeds the industry average (100) up to 107 problems.
Ford became one of the brands are in decline, with position 23 of the previous top five. Festekjian Raffi, director of automotive research JD Power states, "Ford is a victim of the effort is too much, too fast." Finally, MINI, Volkswagen, Mitsubishi, Suzuki and Dodge recorded as five terbuncit.
The following list of cars in the U.S. Most Qualified 2011
* Sub-compact: Honda Fit (Jazz) * Compact: Honda Civic / Hond Insight
* Compact sports: Mazda MX-5
* Compact premium sports: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe / Cabriolet * Midsize: Honda Accord
* Midsize premium: Lexus GS
* Midsize sports: Dodge Challenger
* Entry Premium: Lexus ES
* Large: Ford Taurus
* Large Premium: Lexus LS
Pickup and SUV:
* Compact crossover: Honda Element * Compact MPV: Chevrolet HHR
* Entry premium crossover: Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
* Midsize crossover: Honda Accord Crosstour
* Large crossover: Chevrolet Tahoe
* Premium Midsize crossover: Lexus GX
* Large premium crossover: Cadillac Escalade
* Large pickup: Ford F-150 LD
* Midsize pickup: Honda Ridgeline
* Minivan: Chrysler Town & Country
