Automotive News for March 04, 2015

• February 2015 U.S. Auto Sales From AIADA

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• 2015 LEXUS LS 460 Review By Steve Purdy

  2014 Lexus LS 460 2014 LEXUS LS 460 By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau This is my second recent experience with Lexus’ flagship LS460 big sedan. The first was the long-wheelbase hybrid version last summer at the Lake Bluff Concours d’Elegance where I us... Continue Reading

• Decline In Crash Risk Spurs Better Outlook for Old(er) Drivers

  Arlington Virginia: IIHS Status Report, Vol. 50, No. 2 | March 3, 2015; Older drivers are more likely to crash for every mile they travel than middle-age drivers, but the overall crash outlook for older drivers has markedly improved during the past two deca... Continue Reading

• You Talk'n To Me? - IIHS "Voice Systems Can Reduce Some Types of Distraction

  You Talk'n To Me? - IIHS "Voice Systems Can Reduce Some Types of Distraction Arlington, VA IIHS - Status Report, Vol. 50, No. 2 | March 3, 2015; It's hard to resist the temptation to do two things at once, even when one of those things is driving. To make multitasking easier and safer, automakers and technology compani... Continue Reading

• Race-car For The Road - All New Type R Honda Civic

  TOKYO, March, 4 2015; After a five year wait, 2015 sees the arrival of the world's most keenly anticipated hot hatch, the Honda Civic Type R. Billed as a 'race car for the road,' the all-new Civic Type R will set new standards in the high-performance front-wheel drive ... Continue Reading

• Digital Interlopers Invading Auto Manufacturing Space

  Coventry, UK March 4, 2015; The Geneva Motor Show is in full swing, but with car companies slowly opening up their vehicles to digital developers could future shows see an app being the star attraction? Ola Henfridsson, Professor of Information Systems and Managemen... Continue Reading

• Toyota Announces Executive Changes in North America, Diversifies Global Leadership Team with New Appointments

  PLANO, TX -- March 4, 2015 – Toyota today announced executive changes across its North American operations, effective as of April 1. MORE INFO Toyota Buyer's Guide   The appointments reflect Toyota&r... Continue Reading

• Born Again: Next-Gen Chevrolet Malibu Announced

  Designed to deliver more efficiency, connectivity and advanced safety features than ever, the next-generation 2016 Chevrolet Malibu will make its public debut at the New York International Auto Show this April. Pictured: 2015 Chevy Malibu Larger, lighter and more efficien... Continue Reading

• Colorado 'Box Delete' Expands Options for Businesses

  Business owners and fleet managers have a new choice for custom body upfits with the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado box delete package – the only one offered in the midsize truck segment. Chevrolet package offers unique midsize pickup platform for alternative uses INDI... Continue Reading

• GM Named One of the 2015 'Top Companies for Executive Women'

  NEW YORK – General Motors has been named one of the 2015 “Top Companies for Executive Women” by the National Association for Female Executives (NAFE), which recognizes American corporations that identify and promote successful women. MORE INFO The Best ... Continue Reading

• Limited Production Confirmed for McLaren 675LT

  McLaren 675LT 675LT re-establishes the McLaren ‘Longtail’ heritage, focusing on light weight, optimised aerodynamics, increased power, track-focused dynamics and driver engagement Priced at £259,500 and production strictly limited to 500 units globally Ch... Continue Reading

• SEAT Unviels its Future with the 20V20

  SEAT presents the 20V20 showcar The showcar is a preview of the company’s strategic vision Stackmann: “SEAT is applying the ‘Leon Formula’ to the entire range” Sales of the brand are 7.5% higher at the start of 2015 SEAT will present the first compact... Continue Reading

• The Road to the World Car Journey Continues in Geneva

  BMW i8--a Contender The Road to the World Car journey continues with today’s announcement of the Top Three in the World finalists in five award categories at the Geneva International Motor Show. GENEVA -- March 3, 2015: This announcement continues the countdow... Continue Reading

• Qoros 3 City SUV and QorosQloud 2 0 Concept - Geneva Motor Show

  Qoros 3 City SUV SHANGHAI 3rd March 4, 2015: Chinese car brand, Qoros, made a major impact at the 85th Annual Geneva Motor Show. New Chief Executive Officer Phil Murtaugh announced the brand’s plans for 2015, and presented the international premiere ... Continue Reading

• Geneva Release on UK Pricing for All New Audi R8

  Pricing confirmed for fastest and most powerful series production Audi in history MORE INFO Audi Buyer's Guide MILTON KEYNES, UK -- March 4, 2015: Second generation of the acclaimed supercar makes its debut in Geneva Available to order in the UK from May 2015 - 540PS V10... Continue Reading

• Citroën C4 Cactus Wins Car Design News Award for Production Car of the year

  COVENTRY, UK -- March 4, 2015: The bold design and styling of the New Citroën C4 Cactus has been recognised by Car Design News, which has named it their ‘Production Car of the Year’. Judged by a panel of design experts and indu... Continue Reading

• Infiniti Reveals QX30 Concept in Geneva

  Vision of Infiniti’s future premium compact crossover European premiere of Q60 Concept sports coupe Concept cars paving the way for future production family MORE INFO Infiniti Buyer's Guide HONG KONG/GENEVA -- March 4, 2015: Infiniti signalled further intentions to grow in ... Continue Reading

• World Premiere of the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi in Geneva

  World premiere of Caddy Maxi Emissions and fuel consumption reduced by new EU6 engines New driver assistance systems improve safety Classic design refined with clear pronounced lines MORE INFO Volkswagen Buyer's Guide GENEVA -- March 4, 2015: Shortly after the world... Continue Reading

• Ford Announces Enhanced Upgrades for the EcoSport SUV

  Ford today announced it will deliver significant styling, drive dynamics, and equipment upgrades for the EcoSport SUV EcoSport will for the first time be made available without a rear-mounted spare wheel; interior benefits from subtle, stylish upgrades, including a ... Continue Reading

• Ford Reveals New Edge Sport in Geneva--Along with Other High Spec Models

  Edge Sport Ford Motor Company reveals sporty, dynamic new models for Europe as it extends its line-up at the Geneva Motor Show All-new Edge Sport SUV shown in Europe for the first time. All-new S-MAX Titanium Sport revealed Ford also reveals EcoSp... Continue Reading

• Maserati Alfieri Winds Car Designs of the Year Award - 2014 Concept COTY

  Alfieri SLOUGH, UK -- March 4, 2015: Last night, the Maserati Alfieri Concept was announced as ‘2014 Concept Car of the Year’ at the prestigious Car Design Night in Geneva, organised by Car Design News and attended by the industry̵... Continue Reading

• Ford Broadens Outreach to Women Military Veterans with Workshops to Help Ease Transition Back to Civilian Life

  Ford collaborating with National Veterans Transition Services, Inc. to address challenges women face as they leave the military Freedom’s Sisters REBOOT Workshop is a free, three-week course for up to 25... Continue Reading

• AutoNation Announces February 2015 Reported Retail New Vehicle Unit Sales Increased 8% versus February 2014

  Reported retail new vehicle unit sales in February 2015 of 23,780 MORE INFO The Best Car Buyer's Guide FORT LAUDERDALE, FL -- March 4, 2015: AutoNation, Inc. , America's largest automotive retailer, today announc... Continue Reading

• Enterprise Car Sales Partnership With Credit Unions Helps Drive Record Auto Loans

  ST. LOUIS -- March 4, 2015: Enterprise Car Sales generated a record $483 million in loan volume to more than 28,000 credit union members during 2014 calendar year. MORE INFO The Best Car Buyer's Guide Enterprise Car Sales is a service of ... Continue Reading

• 2015 Chrysler 300 Windy City Review By Larry Nutson

  2015 Chrysler 300 2015 Chrysler 300 Sixty Years On By Larry Nutson Senior Editor and Bureau Chief Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel Virgil Exner was a designer at Studebaker when he was hired away by Chrysler in 1949. Exner’s first work was as head of the advanced... Continue Reading

• Wanna Drive in Oregon? - Pay Per Mile Technology Now In Place

  SEE ALSO Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Library. WATERLOO, ON, March 4, 2015; Sanef ITS, the operator of intelligent transportation solutions, and Intelligent Mechatronic Systems (IMS), a leading connected car company, today announced that they have been aw... Continue Reading

• Manufacturers Advise Peers to Open Doors and Minds to Millennials

  Ford Assembly Plant 1940 NEW YORK -- March 3, 2015: With American manufacturing on an upward trajectory, what will it take to sustain its momentum? Karen Norheim, Executive Vice President, American Crane & Equipment Corporation and Tracy Tenpenny, Partne... Continue Reading

• Goodyear Concept Tires Offer a Glimpse of the Future

  The "BH-03" is one of two groundbreaking concept tires unveiled by The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company at this week's Geneva Motor Show that could radically change the role of car tires in the future. Visionary tire technologies showcased at Geneva M... Continue Reading