Acura celebrates 500,000 vehicles sold in Canada
2017 Acura RDX sold in Toronto pushes company past the half-million mark MARKHAM, ON, Sept. 26, 2016 /CNW/ - Acura today announced that the purchase of a 2017 Acura RDX in Toronto marks an impressive half-million vehicles sold in Canada milestone. The landmark was achieved as Acura prepares for the 30th anniversary of ... Continue reading
LONDON—Mining companies are significantly undervaluing the potential savings from effective lubrication, according to a new study by Shell Lubricants2. While 60% of companies recognise they could reduce costs by 5% or more3, fewer than 10% realise that the impact of lubricants could be up to six times greater. For th ... Continue reading
FCA US Offers Multiple Exhibits and Family Fun at the 2016 State Fair of Texas
DALLAS, Sept. 26, 2016 -- All-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid minivans offer unprecedented functionality and style Dodge shakes things up with the ultimate performance 2017 Challenger SRT Hellcat FIAT brand expansion continues with the all-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider roadster Jeep® brand celebrates the unp ... Continue reading
Media Advisory: I.I.I. Highlights How Auto Insurers Price Their Policies
NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Reporters writing about the criteria employed by U.S. auto insurers when pricing their policies should review a new Infographic developed by the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). The make/model of the policyholder's vehicle and their driving record, where the ... Continue reading
Merchants Bank Donates 2010 Honda CRV to Good News Garage!
BURLINGTON, Vt., Sept. 26, 2016 -- On Tuesday, September 13, 2016, Merchants Bank's Senior Vice President, Anita Bourgeois and Vice President, Erika Baldasaro handed over keys to the bank's 2010 Honda CRV to Good News Garage in Burlington. "With less than 28,000 miles, this vehicle is sure to help a deserving family fo ... Continue reading
NASA Armstrong Celebrates 70 Years of Flight Research and Testing
EDWARDS, Calif., Sept. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A video showcasing 70 Years of research at NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, begins airing on NASA television Sept. 26. Armstrong, the agency's lead center for atmospheric flight research operations, began its storied history in t ... Continue reading
NASA's Hubble Spots Possible Water Plumes Erupting on Jupiter's Moon Europa
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have imaged what may be water vapor plumes erupting off the surface of Jupiter's moon Europa. This finding bolsters other Hubble observations suggesting the icy moon erupts with high altitude water vapor plumes. The o ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - PACIFIC DIVISION Contact: NHRA Field Marketing (626) 914-4761 ELLIS AND VAN PAEPEGHEM SWAP TITLES IN LUCAS OIL DOUBLE-HEADER WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah - Ralph Van Paepeghem won the first event and then traded spots with event one runner up, Alan Ellis, who won the ... Continue reading
NHRA Summit Racing Series, South Central Division Finals, Texas Motorplex
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA SUMMIT RACING SERIES - SOUTH CENTRAL DIVISION Contact: NHRA Field Marketing (626) 914-4761 TEXAS MOTORPLEX TAKES TEAM TITLE; FOUR ADVANCE TO NATIONALS ENNIS, Texas - The Team from Texas Motorplex dominated the team competition finishing nearly 20 points ahead of second place Royal Purple Race ... Continue reading
MONTREAL, Sept. 26, 2016 /CNW/ - A broad coalition of public transit experts, environmental groups and trade unions have sounded an alarm bell, pointing to countless problems and anomalies with respect to the light-rail project Réseau électrique métropolitain (REM) put forth by the Caisse de dépôt et placement du ... Continue reading
Renault-Nissan and Microsoft Partner to Deliver the Future of Connected Driving
PARIS and REDMOND, Washington, Sept. 26, 2016 -- Companies sign global, multiyear contract to work on next-generation connected car technologies and driving experiences The Renault-Nissan Alliance and Microsoft Corp. have signed a global, multiyear agreement to partner on next-generation technologies to advance conne ... Continue reading
Results, AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals at Gateway Motor Sports Park, Madison, Ill.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES Contact: NHRA Field Marketing (626) 914-4761 Winners Crowned at Midwest Nationals Madison, Ill. - In the final rounds of the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, fifth annual AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals at Gateway Motor Sports Park's dragstrip, drivers de ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2016 -- Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announces partnerships with innovative U.S. brands Lyft, the fastest-growing on-demand transportation service in the U.S.; and Pandora, the go-to music source for fans and artists to drive awareness for Singapore, a destination full of inspiring ideas and cultur ... Continue reading
TEXAS SPRINT RACING SERIES PRESENTED BY MG TIRES - RACE 3 REPORT
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Thor Announces Record Results for Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2016
ELKHART, Ind., Sept. 26, 2016 -- Thor Industries, Inc. today announced record net income from continuing operations of $82.8 million, or $1.57 per diluted share, on record revenues of $1.29 billion for the fourth quarter ended July 31, 2016. Gross profit margins increased to 17.3% in the fourth quarter compared to 16 ... Continue reading
WD-40 Company Partners with SEMA Cares to Build 50th Anniversary Camaro
Hi The Auto Channel team, WD-40 Company <http://www.wd40company.com/> has partnered with SEMA Cares <https://www.sema.org/council/sema-cares> to build a custom 1967 Camaro in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the SEMA Show and the 50th anniversary of the Camaro. Designed by noted car builder Neil Tjin and built in ... Continue reading
West Central KY Gas Prices Increase
https://us.vocuspr.com/Publish/519775/vcsPRAsset_519775_105650_6cedf1fd-d3b9-46aa-8c17-74c4c796a240_0.jpg West Central KY Gas Prices Increase West Central Kentucky gas prices slightly increase a few cents to $2.108 a gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Fuel Gauge report. The national average is $2.207. On th ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Group & Audi Accelerate Fuel Cell Technology Solutions Program With Ballard
VANCOUVER and INGOLSTADT, Germany, Sept. 26, 2016 - Ballard Power Systems today announced that automotive OEM Audi AG has issued purchase orders to Ballard to accelerate certain key development activities under the current long-term Technology Solutions program that Volkswagen Group has with Ballard. As announced by Ba ... Continue reading
2017 Cadillac XT5 SUV Earns TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award +VIDEO
ARLINGTON, Va. — The 2017 Cadillac XT5, a new midsize luxury SUV, qualifies for the top award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The XT5 earns good ratings in all five of the Institute's crashworthiness evaluations. When equipped with optional front crash prevention, it earns a superior or advanced rati ... Continue reading
Ford Performance Models Sales 200,000+ In 2016
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 26, 2016 – Younger, more affluent car buyers are choosing Ford for its growing lineup of performance vehicles – particularly cars – that get them where they need to go with added thrill. Performance car customers view driving as an absolute emotional, positive experience and relish getting ... Continue reading
Government of Canada confirms wreck of HMS Terror
OTTAWA, Sept. 26, 2016 /CNW/ - On September 18, 2016, Parks Canada's Underwater Archaeology Team confirmed the identity of the wreck of HMS Terror, discovered off the shores of King William Island in Nunavut. The discovery of HMS Terror was made possible thanks to a long-term partnership with northern communities, the ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Automotive Glass Market - Global Forecast to 2021" report to their offering. The automotive smart glass market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.46% from 2016 to 2021, to reach a market size of USD 25.12 billion by 2021. The major drivers of this market ... Continue reading
Carbon Thermoplastics Market in Automotive Worth 549.4 Million USD by 2021
PUNE, India, September 26, 2016 -- The report "Carbon Thermoplastics Market in Automotive by Resin Type (PA, PPS, PP, PEI, PEEK, PC) and Application (Exterior, Interior, Chassis, Powertrain & UTH) - Global Forecast to 2021", published by MarketsandMarkets, the market size is estimated to reach USD 549.4 Million by 2021 ... Continue reading
Dana Bolsters Efficient Drivetrain Solutions for Load Haul Dumpers, Underground Mining Trucks
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 26, 2016 -- Today at MINExpo 2016, Dana Incorporated unveiled two new drivetrain systems for small- and medium-sized load haul dumpers (LHDs) and articulated trucks used in underground mining operations. These offerings improve precision and efficiency, facilitating the loading and hauling of material ... Continue reading
Dana Launches Spicer® Smart Suite™ Package for Mining Industry
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 26, 2016 -- Dana Incorporated unveiled its Spicer® Smart Suite™ technology option for the mining industry today at MINExpo 2016. This fully integrated system of connected-vehicle features turns passive drivetrain components into active sources of intelligence, transforming raw data into actionable i ... Continue reading
Foton Super Trucks Launched Globally during IAA 2016
HANNOVER, Germany, Sept. 26, 2016 -- At 5:00 PM September 22, 2016 German Time Foton joined hands with members of the "China Intelligent Connected Super Truck Alliance (CICSA)" such as Daimler, Cummins, ZF and Continental AG to deliver Foton Super Trucks Global Launch Ceremony during IAA 2016 in Hannover. Mr. Gong Yueq ... Continue reading
LONDON—Technavio analysts forecast the global automotive haptic accelerator pedal market to grow at a CAGR of more than 23% during the forecast period, according to their latest report. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global automotive haptic accelerator pedal market for 201 ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Vehicle Intelligence Systems Market Analysis & Trends - Industry Forecast to 2025" report to their offering. The Global Vehicle Intelligence Systems Market is poised to grow at a CAGR of around 13.4% over the next decade to reach approximately $35. ... Continue reading
ST. LOUIS, Sept. 26, 2016 -- Hyundai Hope On Wheels® (HHOW) and St. Louis-area Hyundai dealers will present Dr. Sima Bhatt, a Fellow in the Department of Hematology and Oncology at St. ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2016 -- Hyundai Hope On Wheels® (HHOW) and New York City-area Hyundai dealers will present Dr. Johannes L. Zakrzewski of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center with a $250,000 Scholar Grant to be used to improve care and increase treatment options for kids with cancer. Memorial Sloan Kettering Canc ... Continue reading
PUNE, India, September 26, 2016 -- ReportsnReports.com provides 2016 global report on ignition coil market with a comprehensive and up-to-date review of the industry structure as well as a quantitative and qualitative analysis of the development and status of the Ignition Coil market focusing on the Chinese market size ... Continue reading
Researchers Find Certain Roller Coasters May Help Small Kidney Stones Pass
CHICAGO, Sept. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riding a moderate-intensity roller coaster can facilitate passage of small kidney stones, according to a report published today in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association that attempts to corroborate patients' accounts of spontaneously passing kidney stones ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Strategic Analysis of the South African Automotive Filters Aftermarket" report to their offering. This report covers the passenger and commercial vehicles, replacement filters aftermarket in terms of volume and value across South Africa. It provides the q ... Continue reading
Tire Manufacturer-backed Efforts Reduce Tire Piles By 93%
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Scrap tire piles have declined by more than 93 percent in the past two decades, according to a report issued by the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA), the national trade association for tire manufacturers in the U.S. RMA is a forceful advocate for effective sta ... Continue reading
Trucking Industry's Operational Costs Decline in 2015 Driven by Fuel Prices
ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) today released the findings of its 2016 update to An Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking. Using financial data provided directly by motor carriers throughout the country, this research documents an ... Continue reading
Geely to be Lead Partner for The BLOODHOUND Project (1000 MPH Car) +Video
BRISTOL, England, September 26, 2016 -- Team announces its most substantial sponsorship deal Geely to take BLOODHOUND Inspiration Programme across Asia Watch the launch here: The BLOODHOUND Project today announced Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (ZGH) as its prime sponsor and Official Automotive Partner in a 3-year agreem ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Connected Car Market Analysis & Trends - Industry Forecast to 2025" report to their offering. The Global Connected Car Market is poised to grow at a CAGR of around 11.4% over the next decade to reach approximately $80.3 billion by 2025. This indust ... Continue reading
HOUSTON, Sept. 26, 2016 -- Hyundai Hope On Wheels® (HHOW) and Houston-area Hyundai dealers will present MD Anderson Cancer Center with a $250,000 Scholar Grant to be used to improve care and increase treatment options for kids with cancer. MD Anderson Cancer Center was one of 24 recipients across the country selected ... Continue reading
September New-Vehicle Retail Sales Decline; Incentives Reach Highest Level Ever
DETROIT, Sept. 26, 2016 -- For the fifth time in the past seven months, U.S. new-vehicle retail sales are expected to drop in September, falling 1.4% from a year ago, according to a monthly sales forecast developed jointly by J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. Retail sales are on pace to reach 1,185,500 units in September, ... Continue reading
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you.Why am I getting this email? What is a recall? When a manufacturer or t ... Continue reading
Peugeot Gears Up For SUV Offensive at the 2016 Paris Motor Show
PEUGEOT to present the latest 2008, 3008 and 5008 SUVs at this year’s Paris Motor Show LONDON - September 26, 2016: PEUGEOT presents three world premieres at this year’s Paris Motor Show as it continues to strengthen its SUV and technology offering. Alongside the much anticipated arrival of the all-new 3008 SUV and ... Continue reading
British Actor Nicholas Hoult Takes On Unique Driving Challenge In New Jaguar Xf All-Wheel Drive
LONDON - September 26, 2016: British actor Nicholas Hoult, known for his roles in blockbuster films including Mad Max and the X-Men series, has become the second Jaguar ambassador to tackle the ‘Smart Cone challenge’ after F1 driver Romain Grosjean set the score to beat earlier this year. It comes as Nicholas’ br ... Continue reading
2016.5 Mazda CX-5 Road Test and Review By Larry Nutson
2016.5 Mazda CX-5 Road Test and Review By Larry Nutson ... Continue reading
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