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Axalta Introduces Imron Elite 8831S Clearcoat for the Commercial Transportation Market

Axalta Introduces Imron Elite 8831S Clearcoat for the Commercial Transportation Market

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Global EV Charging Adapter Market - Drivers and Forecasts by Technavio

Global EV Charging Adapter Market - Drivers and Forecasts by Technavio

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Technavio has published a new report on the global EV charging adapter market from 2017-2021. (Graphic: Business Wire) ???pagination.previous??? ???pagination.next??? Technavio has published a new report on the global EV charging adapter market from 2017-2021. ... Continue reading

"Instafamous" Feline Pompous Albert Promotes Honda Genuine Parts and Service in New Social Campaign

"Instafamous" Feline Pompous Albert Promotes Honda Genuine Parts and Service in New Social Campaign

TORRANCE, Calif., June 16, 2017 -- Honda is launching a light-hearted new social media campaign starring Instagram cat sensation Pompous Albert, to remind customers of the importance of keeping their Honda vehicles in tip top condition with Honda Genuine Parts and Service: https://youtu.be/9TfkWjFctes. Honda went in se ... Continue reading

National Foundation for Teen Safe Driving launches "Summer Promise 2017"

National Foundation for Teen Safe Driving launches "Summer Promise 2017"

NEW YORK, June 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For most of us, summer is the time for outdoor fun, family vacations and relaxation. Sadly, the number of crashes involving drivers ages 16-19 increases dramatically between Memorial Day and Labor Day, making these the 100 deadliest days for teen drivers.  National F ... Continue reading

Public notice - Lane closures and boardwalk reductions on the Alexandra Bridge

Public notice - Lane closures and boardwalk reductions on the Alexandra Bridge

GATINEAU, QC, June 16, 2017 /CNW/ - Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to inform motorists, cyclists and pedestrians of upcoming lane closures and reductions of the boardwalk on the Alexandra Bridge. The Ottawa-bound lane will be closed on the following dates: June 19, 2017, from 7 pm to 5 am for gene ... Continue reading

Cellulosic Ethanol Market - Global Forecast and Opportunity Assessment by Technavio

Cellulosic Ethanol Market - Global Forecast and Opportunity Assessment by Technavio

Technavio has published a new report on the global cellulosic ethanol market from 2017-2021. ... Continue reading

Sales start for the E-Class Cabriolet and the new Mercedes-AMG performance SUVs

Sales start for the E-Class Cabriolet and the new Mercedes-AMG performance SUVs

Sales start for the E-Class Cabriolet and the new Mercedes-AMG performance SUVs ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB RADIO SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! - Auto Lab Call-In Radio LIVE Worldwide From New York City 7-9 AM Saturday June 17, 2017

AUTO LAB RADIO SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! - Auto Lab Call-In Radio LIVE Worldwide From New York City 7-9 AM Saturday June 17, 2017

Auto Experts Discuss: Repairs, Second Opinions, Regular Maintenance, How To's, Safety, Used and New Car Buying, Ombudsmen Suggestions ... Continue reading

J.D. Power On Electric Vehicles

J.D. Power On Electric Vehicles

Electric Vehicles: Interest Grows, but Consumer Understanding Doesn’t By Chris MalottThe Millennial generation has sometimes gotten a bad rap in recent years. Seriously, type in “millennials are killing” in the search bar of your browser. ... Continue reading

Advanced Sensing Systems that Leverage Technology Convergence Boost Sensors and Instrumentation Sector

Advanced Sensing Systems that Leverage Technology Convergence Boost Sensors and Instrumentation Sector

SANTA CLARA, California, June 17, 2017 -- The sensor industry is pushing the boundaries of innovation by employing a host of sensor technologies that were previously considered unsuitable for the development of disruptive devices. The steady rise in technology convergence in the electronics industry underlines a market ... Continue reading

African Commercial Vehicle Market Through 2016-2021 - Research and Markets

African Commercial Vehicle Market Through 2016-2021 - Research and Markets

DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "African Commercial Vehicle Market Through 2021" report to their offering. Africa's industrial prospects have evolved over the last twenty years, as the continent entered a period of sustained growth. ... Continue reading

Axalta hosts Campus Talk for five top China universities at newly opened Asia-Pacific Technology Center

Axalta hosts Campus Talk for five top China universities at newly opened Asia-Pacific Technology Center

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Axalta hosts Campus Talk for five top China universities at newly opened Asia-Pacific Technology Center (Photo: Axalta) ???pagination.previous??? ???pagination.next??? Axalta hosts Campus Talk for five top China universities at newly opened Asia-Pacific Technology Center (Photo: Axalta ... Continue reading

Carfax Earns Fourth Straight Washington Post Top Workplace Honor

Carfax Earns Fourth Straight Washington Post Top Workplace Honor

CENTREVILLE, Va., June 16, 2017 -- Carfax is celebrating its fourth straight time as a 'Top Workplace' in the Washington D.C. area. The Washington Post revealed today that Carfax ranks 5th among midsize regional employers. ... Continue reading

Car Fleet Leasing Market in the US - Market Trends and Drivers by Technavio

Car Fleet Leasing Market in the US - Market Trends and Drivers by Technavio

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Technavio has published a new report on the car fleet leasing market in the US from 2017-2021. (Graphic: Business Wire) ???pagination.previous??? ???pagination.next??? Technavio has published a new report on the car fleet leasing market in the US from 2017-2021. ... Continue reading

Clay Greenfield Races for Semper Fi Fund This Weekend in NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Drivin' for Linemen 200

Clay Greenfield Races for Semper Fi Fund This Weekend in NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Drivin' for Linemen 200

ST. LOUIS, June 16, 2017 -- Veteran driver and team owner Clay Greenfield (https://claygreenfield.com/) is raising awareness for the Semper Fi Fund this weekend in the Drivin' for Linemen 200. ... Continue reading

Crystal Group Exhibits Vehicle-Proven Rugged Computers at Autonomous Vehicle Technology World EXPO 2017

Crystal Group Exhibits Vehicle-Proven Rugged Computers at Autonomous Vehicle Technology World EXPO 2017

HIAWATHA, Iowa, June 16, 2017 -- Crystal Group, a leading designer/manufacturer of rugged computer hardware, will showcase industry leading rugged servers, storage, networking and embedded systems for assisted- and self-driving vehicles at the Autonomous Vehicle Technology World EXPO, June 20-22, 2017 at booth AV5015 i ... Continue reading

Endless Supply of Dirty Trucks Drives Fleet Clean Franchise to Top of $12 Billion Industry

Endless Supply of Dirty Trucks Drives Fleet Clean Franchise to Top of $12 Billion Industry

MELBOURNE, Fla.—Led by an ambitious millennial entrepreneur, Fleet Clean is emerging as the frontrunner in the mobile commercial vehicle washing segment, saturating markets throughout the United States with new franchise locations serving pent-up demand. Tapping into a niche service in a recession-proof industry, Fle ... Continue reading

"FCA Replay" Wraps the Week

"FCA Replay" Wraps the Week

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 16, 2017 -- "FCA Replay" is a weekly recap of some of the major stories at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. The top stories for the week of June 16, 2017, include high school students honored for artistic visions of future Dodge vehicles, the Chrysler brand searches for the Ultimate Parent with fitn ... Continue reading

FCA US Product Design Office Announces Winners of the 2017 Drive for Design Contest

FCA US Product Design Office Announces Winners of the 2017 Drive for Design Contest

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 16, 2017 -- Long, flowing shapes accented with razor-sharp edges, inlets and exits that tap into cooling airflow with minimal drag, and wheels sized to leave little room for anything else – these are the design keys for Dodge three decades from now. Three talented high school students from G ... Continue reading

Flying Car Production Facility Opened

Flying Car Production Facility Opened

KELOWNA, British Columbia, June 16, 2017 -- Earlier this month, PAL-V the creators of the world's first commercially feasible flying car opened the doors to their new production facility in the Netherlands. The facility designed to fulfill early orders for the PAL-V Liberty flying car will commence production operatio ... Continue reading

Future of Flying Cars 2017-2035: Over 10 Companies Poised to Launch Flying Cars by 2022 - Research and Markets

Future of Flying Cars 2017-2035: Over 10 Companies Poised to Launch Flying Cars by 2022 - Research and Markets

DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Future of Flying Cars, 2017-2035" report to their offering. This study provides a comprehensive insight into the flying cars landscape. ... Continue reading

Global Bus Air Suspension System Market - Analysis, Technologies & Forecasts to 2021 - Rising Demand for Luxury Buses & Coaches - Research and Markets

Global Bus Air Suspension System Market - Analysis, Technologies & Forecasts to 2021 - Rising Demand for Luxury Buses & Coaches - Research and Markets

DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Bus Air Suspension System Market 2017-2021" report to their offering. The global bus air suspension system market to grow at a CAGR of 1.58% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading

Global Bus HVAC System Market to Reach 7.7% by 2021 - Key Vendors are DENSO, Guchen Industry, MAHLE, Thermo King, Valeo & WABCO - Research and Markets

Global Bus HVAC System Market to Reach 7.7% by 2021 - Key Vendors are DENSO, Guchen Industry, MAHLE, Thermo King, Valeo & WABCO - Research and Markets

DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Bus HVAC System Market 2017-2021" report to their offering. The global bus HVAC system market to grow at a CAGR of 7.77% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading

Global Commercial Vehicle Cabin Market to Grow at a CAGR of 2.6% by 2021 - Key Vendors are Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Daimler, Toyota Motor, Volvo & Volkswagen - Research and Markets

Global Commercial Vehicle Cabin Market to Grow at a CAGR of 2.6% by 2021 - Key Vendors are Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Daimler, Toyota Motor, Volvo & Volkswagen - Research and Markets

DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Commercial Vehicle Cabin Market 2017-2021" report to their offering. The global commercial vehicle cabin market to grow at a CAGR of 2.65% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading

JBT Corporation Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Manufacturer of Military Aviation Equipment

JBT Corporation Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Manufacturer of Military Aviation Equipment

CHICAGO, June 16, 2017 -- JBT Corporation , today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Aircraft Maintenance Support Services, Ltd. (AMSS), a privately held manufacturer of military aviation equipment based in the United Kingdom with the transaction expected to close during the third quarter of 2017.  "AMSS ... Continue reading

News from Mertrux Truck & Van - The Valet Man polishes up its act with new Mercedes-Benz vans

News from Mertrux Truck & Van - The Valet Man polishes up its act with new Mercedes-Benz vans

[cid:image001.jpg@01D2E69E.E11C3870] Date: 16 June 2017 [Sprinter 316 CDI & Vito 114 CDI - The Valet Man (2)] The Valet Man polishes up its act with new Mercedes-Benz vans Paul Hickling is an expert at making vehicles shine, but he also knows from long experience that when it comes to Mercedes-Benz beauty is more than ... Continue reading

PPG Marks Completion of 45 Million Euros Paint and Coatings Facility in Lipetsk, Russia

PPG Marks Completion of 45 Million Euros Paint and Coatings Facility in Lipetsk, Russia

LIPETSK, Russia—PPG today marked the opening of a 45 million euros (US$49 million) paint and coatings manufacturing facility and commercial operation in the Lipetsk region of Russia. The site will provide about 200 total positions and produce about 25 million liters (6.6 million gallons) of coatings at full capacity. ... Continue reading

Preliminary work set to begin on the Yonge North Subway Extension project

Preliminary work set to begin on the Yonge North Subway Extension project

RICHMOND HILL, ON, June 16, 2017 /CNW/ - The governments of Canada and Ontario are making investments to create jobs and grow the middle class, while building a foundation for a strong, sustainable economic future. Investing in public infrastructure supports efficient and affordable transit services that help Canadian ... Continue reading

Risi Competizione Friday Notes - 24 Hours of Le Mans - 2017

Risi Competizione Friday Notes - 24 Hours of Le Mans - 2017

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ RISI COMPETIZIONE24 HOURS OF LE MANS PRE-RACE REPORT Risi Competizione Ferrari 488 GTE-Pro No. 82: Giancarlo Fisichella (ITA) Toni Vilander (FIN) Pierre Kaffe ... Continue reading

Subaru of America and Lambs Farm Plant a New Set of Skills in Non-Profit Participants

Subaru of America and Lambs Farm Plant a New Set of Skills in Non-Profit Participants

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill., June 16, 2017 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced support of Lambs Farm, a premier non-profit organization whose mission is helping people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives. The support is part of the Subaru Loves to Care initiative and Subaru funded the developmen ... Continue reading

Defective Air Bag Maker Takata To File For Bankrupacy

Defective Air Bag Maker Takata To File For Bankrupacy

Jessica DiNapoli and David Shepardson writing for Reuters reported that Takata Corp, the Japanese company facing billions in liabilities stemming from its defective air bag inflators, is preparing to file for bankruptcy as early as next week as it works toward a deal for financial backing from U.S. auto parts maker Key ... Continue reading

2017 Mazda CX-9 Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Rating +VIDEO

2017 Mazda CX-9 Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Rating +VIDEO

IRVINE, Calif., June 16, 2017 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced that its 2017 Mazda CX-9 midsize, three-row crossover SUV has earned a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the nonprofit Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, the highest score the IIHS provides. On sale for just over a year, CX-9 has alr ... Continue reading

2018 Genesis G80 3.3T Sport AWD Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

2018 Genesis G80 3.3T Sport AWD Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

Luxury at a value price DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Genesis expands its lineup with the recent debut of the 2018 G80 Sport. Which likely begs a couple of questions: “What’s Genesis?” and “How does the G80 Sport differ from the regular G80?” Genesis is Hyundai’s upscale division, created at the beg ... Continue reading

New Edition Of The 14 Million Unit Best-Seller Charismatic Volkswagen Polo Overcomes Class Boundaries

New Edition Of The 14 Million Unit Best-Seller Charismatic Volkswagen Polo Overcomes Class Boundaries

This Polo makes the future real LONDON - June 16, 2017: With more than 14 million units sold, it is one of the world's most successful compact cars: the Polo. Now a completely new generation of the best-seller is launching. ... Continue reading

TuSimple Becomes First San Diego Company To Test Self-Driving Vehicles

TuSimple Becomes First San Diego Company To Test Self-Driving Vehicles

SAN DIEGO, June 15, 2017 -- TuSimple joins the ranks of GM, Google, Tesla, and Ford this week in acquiring a permit from the California Department of Motor Vehicles to test autonomous driving vehicles on the road. TuSimple's autonomous systems can now tackle real Southern California road conditions like potholes, traff ... Continue reading

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