Jack Nerad, Automotive Expert and Editorial Director of Kelley Blue
Book Gives Advice on How to Increase the Value of Your Vehicle

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February 2006 (Medialink) -- It's no secret that Americans are
wholeheartedly devoted to their cars - but what do consumers really
know about the value of their vehicles? With so much attention being
given to the exterior of their cars, consumers are failing to realize
that they are losing money by not paying attention to the interior.
With the average American spending more than 100 hours commuting to
work each year, it's no wonder more and more are spending extra time
in their cars than ever before, working and even Dashboard Dining…and
making a mess in the process.

From how to assess the condition of a car and determining its worth,
to sharing results from a recent survey on American's knowledge of car
value as well as their messy habits while on-the-go, Jack Nerad,
automotive expert and journalist is available to provide tips on how
consumers can get the most value out of their vehicles. He will also
share what some companies are doing to confront this trend.

About Jack Nerad, Automotive Expert and Editorial Director of Kelley
Blue Book's kbb.com

Jack R. Nerad is editorial director and executive market analyst for
Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com the most trusted vehicle pricing, values
and information resource by both consumers and the auto industry.
Nerad is a frequent on-camera expert on the History Channel program
"AutoManiac" and has co-hosted the most-listened-to auto-related radio
program in the country, "America on the Road," which is carried by
more than 300 radio stations nationwide. In addition, he is the
motoring correspondent on ESPN's "Cold Pizza." Past positions held by
Nerad include editor at Motor Trend magazine, editor at Automotive Age
and director of publications at J.D. Power and Associates. In addition
to writing countless articles, features and road tests, he has
authored several books over the years, including The Complete Idiot's
Guide to Buying or Leasing a Car and Chevrolet Corvette.

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