Driving Value in the Digital Era: Smart Mobility Disrupts the Traditional Dealer Model
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 24, 2017 -- As consumers demand greater transparency, influence, and efficiency from the auto purchasing process, most also wish to minimize time spent at a dealership. ... Continue reading
Auto Sales Staying Strong in February, Forecasts Edmunds
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 23, 2017 -- Edmunds, the leading car shopping and information platform, forecasts that 1,331,787 new cars and trucks will be sold in the U.S. in February for an estimated Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR) of 17.6 million. This reflects a 17 percent increase in sales from January 2 ... Continue reading
UAE Tire Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2021: TechSci Research Report
NEW YORK, February 23, 2017 -- Despite being impacted by falling oil prices and uncertainties prevailing across neighbouring countries, automobile market in the UAE grew during 2011-2015. As per OICA, motorization rate (for passenger cars and commercial vehicles) in the UAE stood at 216 vehicles per 1,000 people as of ... Continue reading
STRATFORD, Conn., Feb. 23, 2017 -- Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company and its affiliate PZL Mielec are finalizing an M28 short takeoff and landing airplane for its transatlantic flight from southeast Poland to Latin America and the Caribbean. ... Continue reading
CHICAGO (Feb. 24, 2017) - For the twelfth consecutive year, consumer voters selected their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's ... Continue reading
Cody, Wyoming's West Park Hospital Takes Delivery of New Demers MXP 150 Ambulance
BELOEIL, QC, Feb. 21, 2017 - Demers Ambulance, a leader in ambulance manufacturing, recently delivered a Demers MXP 150 ambulance to West Park Hospital in Cody, Wyoming. ... Continue reading
SolAero Technologies provides primary power to 91 satellites in record-breaking launch
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Feb. 21, 2017 -- SolAero Technologies Corp. (SolAero), a leading provider of high efficiency solar cells, solar panels, and composite structural products, extends our sincere congratulations to the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) on its successful, record-breaking launch and deployme ... Continue reading
Copart Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2017 Financial Results
DALLAS—Copart, Inc. today reported financial results for the quarter ended January 31, 2017. For the three months ended January 31, 2017, revenue, gross margin, and net income were $349.5 million, $146.8 million, and $66.1 million, respectively. ... Continue reading
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Jiangsu Sailboat Petrochemicals Company Starts Honeywell UOP Methanol-to-Olefins Unit
DES PLAINES, Ill., Feb. 22, 2017 -- Honeywell today announced that Jiangsu Sailboat Petrochemical Company, Ltd. ... Continue reading
More Ways for Travelers to Convert Spare Foreign Change
SINGAPORE, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Passengers traveling through Singapore's Changi Airport can now utilize their unneeded foreign change, using the new TravelersBox kiosks located at the airport. ... Continue reading
NASA Women 'Introduce a Girl to Engineering' Event set for Thursday
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Some of NASA's best and brightest female scientists and technical experts will celebrate "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" by connecting with thousands of students throughout the U.S. and elsewhere on Thursday, Feb. ... Continue reading
HAWTHORNE, Nev., Feb. 22, 2017 -- The Nevada Drone Industry set a new long-distance record for aerial package delivery flying a fixed-wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) under beyond line of sight conditions. The backdrop was an urban environment set among the scenic area of Walker Lake with the Nevada-headquartered ... Continue reading
The Unforgettable Italian Touch meets the Italian Art of Living at Baglioni Hotels
MILAN, Italy, Feb. XX, 2017 -- Baglioni Hotels have championed Italianness, local character; uniqueness and excellence; tradition, innovation and experience for over 40 years. ... Continue reading
AirMap and senseFly Partner to Advance Safety for Commercial Drones
SANTA MONICA, Calif. and CHESEAUX, Switzerland, Feb. ... Continue reading
APAC Tire Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2021: TechSci Research Report
NEW YORK, February 23, 2017 -- Asia-Pacific is emerging as a hub for production of automobiles, with the automotive sector accounting for the largest private sector investment in research and development (R&D) in the region. During 2011-2015, demand for tires in the region grew on account growing automobile sales, expa ... Continue reading
Autoliv Publishes 2016 Annual Report
STOCKHOLM, Feb 23, 2017 -- Autoliv, Inc. , the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, has filed its Form 10-K, which includes the Company's 2016 Annual Report, with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The Form 10-K, including the Annual Report, is available at the SEC Edgar website: www.sec.gov. As of ... Continue reading
Auto Service Finance: Fin-Tech Start-up Aimed at UK Motorists Reports 1,000% Growth in Revenue
LONDON—Auto Service Finance (ASF), a fin-tech start-up that provides an interest free payment solution aimed at drivers servicing their vehicles, has reported a 1,000% year-on-year growth in revenue. The rapid rise follows a 100% increase in its customer base over the last six months, with the number of dealerships o ... Continue reading
Bandit Big Rig Series Offers Impressive Prize Purse
BLOOMING PRAIRIE, Minn., Feb. 23, 2017 -- $50,000 of prize money will be available at every race of the Bandit Big Rig Series. ... Continue reading
B.C. kids at risk from second-hand child car seats and installation mistakes - new BCAA Survey
BURNABY, BC, Feb. 23, 2017 /CNW/ - A new BCAA survey reveals many parents take risks when transporting their kids such as using a second-hand child car seat and not checking regularly for proper installation. ... Continue reading
Carfax Earns Recognition For Eighth Time As A Great Place To Work
CENTREVILLE, Va., Feb. 23, 2017 -- Carfax is a 'Great Place to Work' in the D.C. area for the eighth time in a row, according to Washingtonian. It's the first time a company has earned that level of recognition on the publication's biennial list of top workplaces. ... Continue reading
Chicago Auto Show Concludes Successful 10-Day Run
CHICAGO, Feb. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Chicago Auto Show wrapped a successful 10-day run, and show organizers announced an attendance bump over last year – despite a record-breaking warmth that had many Chicagoans enjoying the outdoors. ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Announces Fourth Quarter And Fiscal Year 2016 Conference Call
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. (the "Company") will hold its quarterly conference call on Friday, March 10, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. ET, to discuss its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2016 financial results. The Company will issue a press release with its fourth quarter and fiscal year 20 ... Continue reading
Connected Logistics Market Worth 41.30 Billion USD by 2021
PUNE, India, February 23, 2017 -- According to a new market research report "Connected Logistics Market by Software (Asset Management, Warehouse IoT, Security, Network Management, Data Management, and Streaming Analytics), Platform, Service, Transportation Mode, Vertical, and Region - Global Forecast to 2021", publishe ... Continue reading
Drivers at J.S. Helwig & Son Welcome Added Protection of the SmartDrive Video-Based Platform
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 23, 2017 -- SmartDrive Systems, a leader in driving performance solutions that reduce collisions and improve fuel efficiency, today announced that J.S. Helwig & Son (Helwig), a contract carrier of temperature-controlled and time-sensitive freight, has deployed the SmartDrive video-based safety platform ... Continue reading
Driving Value in the Digital Era: Smart Mobility Disrupts the Traditional Dealer Model
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 23, 2017 -- As consumers demand greater transparency, influence, and efficiency from the auto purchasing process, most also wish to minimize time spent at a dealership. ... Continue reading
Embark Aviation and Hornblower Co. Form Commercial Partnership
SEATTLE, Feb. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Embark Aviation, an airline planning and strategy firm, today announced a partnership with New York, New York based Citywide Ferry to support schedule development and implementation training for the ferry system's new network coming to New York City this summer. ... Continue reading
Exclusive Military Incentive Program Returns To Hyundai
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 23, 2017 -- Hyundai Motor America is offering an exclusive incentive for the men and women serving in the U.S. Military. ... Continue reading
First Tidal Energy Turbine with Lockheed Martin Technology Deployed Off Scotland Coast
PENTLAND FIRTH, Scotland, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Atlantis Resources Limited has deployed the first AR1500 tidal energy turbine with new Lockheed Martin technology off the coast of Scotland. ... Continue reading
Forbes Travel Guide Announces 2017 Star Rating Awards (Indonesia)
BALI, Indonesia, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Forbes Travel Guide today unveiled its 59th list of worldwide Star Rating recipients, continuing its exceedingly selective approach for recognizing the world's finest properties and rewarding gracious, intuitive service. ... Continue reading
Forbes Travel Guide Announces 2017 Star Rating Awards (Philippines)
MANILA, Philippines, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Forbes Travel Guide today unveiled its 59th list of worldwide Star Rating recipients, continuing its exceedingly selective approach for recognizing the world's finest properties and rewarding gracious, intuitive service. ... Continue reading
Forbes Travel Guide Announces 2017 Star Rating Awards (Singapore)
SINGAPORE, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Forbes Travel Guide today unveiled its 59th list of worldwide Star Rating recipients, continuing its exceedingly selective approach for recognizing the world's finest properties and rewarding gracious, intuitive service. ... Continue reading
FORTIS Demonstrates Productivity and Safety Improvements at U.S. Navy Shipyard
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 23, 2017 -- The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) has concluded that industrial exoskeletons, including Lockheed Martin's FORTIS, improve industrial productivity and prevent work injuries. ... Continue reading
Gogo 2Ku Technology Hits New Performance Heights
CHICAGO, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Gogo , the leading global provider of broadband connectivity products and services to aviation, has taken its 2Ku performance to the next level, exceeding speeds of 100 Mbps. This industry-leading performance was achieved on Gogo's test aircraft, the Jimmy Ray, using Gogo's proprietary 2Ku a ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson Appoints New Directors to Board
MILWAUKEE, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. announced today the appointment of Troy Alstead and Allan Golston to the company's board of directors, effective immediately. ... Continue reading
Insignia Group Launches Partnership with RevolutionParts
ROCK HILL, S.C., Feb. 23, 2017 -- Insignia Group LC, the industry leader for accessory sales process consulting and configurator software, just announced a partnership with RevolutionParts, the fastest growing parts and accessories eCommerce solution for auto dealerships. ... Continue reading
Ituran Announes DRIVE: The New Smart Mobility Innovation Center & Incubator
AZOUR, Israel, February 23, 2017 -- Ituran Location and Control Ltd. , today announced the launch of the DRIVE innovation center in Tel Aviv to promote the development of cutting edge Smart Mobility technology. ... Continue reading
Lincoln Tech Announces Sponsorship of Schmidt Peterson Motorsports in 2017
WEST ORANGE, N.J., Feb. 23, 2017 -- Lincoln Technical Institute , a national leader in specialized automotive training, is proud to announce it will be an associate sponsor of the No. 5 Arrow Electronics Honda driven by James Hinchcliffe for Schmidt Peterson Motorsports (SPM) in the 2017 season of the Verizon IndyCar ... Continue reading
Netradyne's Driveri™ Vision-Based Safety Platform Announced as 2017 BIG Innovation Award Winner
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Netradyne, Inc., a leader in artificial intelligence and IoT systems, has been named a Business Intelligence Group 2017 BIG Innovation Award winner for its Driveri™ system. Netradyne's Driveri™ vision-based safety platform was recognized by the organization for bringing new ideas to life ... Continue reading
New Slip Hazard Warning Feature From NIRA Dynamics Improves the Safety of Connected Vehicles
LINKÖPING, Sweden, February 23, 2017 -- NIRA Dynamics recently rolled out a brand new feature for cars, expected to significantly increase road safety. The feature continuously monitors the road friction in real-time. ... Continue reading
Oil, Gas and Aviation Vertical Markets Spur Adoption for Satellite IoT
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 23, 2017 -- The need for uninterrupted workflows and 100 percent up time of production machinery is driving Internet of Things (IoT) applications to adopt satellite as both the primary and backup communication technology. ... Continue reading
OUTFRONT Media Begins Deployment Of ON Smart Media Platform In Greater Boston Transit System
NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2017 -- OUTFRONT Media Inc. announced today the first implementation of its ON Smart Media platform with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), deploying eight digital Liveboards at Copley Station. ... Continue reading
Qualcomm and LG Bring 5G and Cellular-V2X Communications Into Vehicles
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Today, Qualcomm Incorporated through its subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., and LG Electronics (LG) announced coordinated efforts to facilitate testing and adoption of 5G and Cellular-V2X (C-V2X) communications into vehicles. ... Continue reading
Research Report on Tire Export in China, 2017-2021 - Research and Markets
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Research Report on Tire Export in China, 2017-2021" report to their offering. In 2016, China's tire export reached CNY 468.48 million, increasing by 5.4% YOY. ... Continue reading
DALLAS, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Southwest Airlines Co. ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Delivers Strong Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Results
CHARLOTTE, Mich., Feb. 23, 2017 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. ("Spartan" or the "Company"), a global leader in specialty chassis and vehicle design, manufacturing and assembly, today reported operating results for the fourth quarter and full year periods ending December 31, 2016. Full Year 2016 Highlights For the full y ... Continue reading
United States Tire Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2021: TechSci Research Report
NEW YORK, February 23, 2017 -- United States has one of the largest automotive tire market, and also the second largest automobile market across the globe. A slow increase in the market was witnessed during 2012, which was neglected due to increment in the sales of automobiles during 2013-2015. ... Continue reading
Visteon Reports Strong 2016 Financial Results, Driven by Record Performance
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Feb. 23, 2017 -- Solid 2016 financial performance – total Visteon Sales of $3,161 million ($816 million in fourth quarter) Net income of $75 million, including $49 million of restructuring expense, $24 million of other net expense and $40 million loss from discontinued operations ($2 millio ... Continue reading
Wolf Administration Announces 'PennDOT Connects,' New Transportation-Project Approach
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Recognizing transportation's role in connecting communities and supporting economic development, state Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Leslie S. Richards today announced PennDOT Connects, an approach that will enhance local engagement and improve ... Continue reading
2017 Chicago Auto Show Wrap Up
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Embraer Phenom 300 is the world's most delivered business jet for fourth year in a row
SAO JOSE DOS CAMPOS, Brazil, Feb. 23, 2017 -- Embraer Executive Jets delivered 63 Phenom 300 light jets in 2016, the highest volume of any business jet model for the year, according to a report made by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). This is the fourth consecutive year that the Phenom 300 achieve ... Continue reading
HARMAN Pioneers First-Ever Integration of Apple CarPlay Through Wireless Connectivity
HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated , the premier connected technologies company for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced the successful commercial implementation of Apple CarPlay integration through a wireless connection, a first for the connected car industry. Through HARMAN’s end- ... Continue reading
New Top Gear Premiere Date - New Trailer Released
NEW TOP GEAR TRAILER ANNOUNCES NEW BBC AMERICA PREMIERE DATE New Season Launches on New Night – Sunday, March 12 Watch Trailer: NEW DATE AND NIGHT: Announced today, BBC AMERICA will premiere the new season of Top Gear on a new date and night – Sunday, March 12, at 8/7c followed by after show Extra Gear. H ... Continue reading
Carlos Ghosn to continue to serve as Chairman of Nissan’s Board of Directors YOKOHAMA, Japan February 23, 2017; At the recommendation of Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Carlos Ghosn, the Nissan Board of Directors has decided that as of April 1, 2017, Hiroto Saikawa will assume the position of Chief ... Continue reading
KPMG Global Automotive Executive Survey 2016 Connected Car Results
“The road to success is always under construction.” This simple sentence, from actor Lily Tomlin, captures the current state of the automotive industry. With disruption arising from a new digitalized and connected world, it seems the center of gravity of the customer relationship in a connected car is rapidly movin ... Continue reading
F-150 Dependability Award Underscores Built Ford Tough
•F-150 builds on its renowned toughness as truck is recognized for top dependability among large light duty pickup pickups in the J.D. Power 2017 Vehicle Dependability Study •Truck shoppers prioritize F-150 quality above all other attributes, and consistently say it is a differentiator, according to internal Ford r ... Continue reading
The Countdown Has Started: The New VW Arteon Celebrates Its World Premiere at 2017 Geneva Motor Show
Volkswagen is enhancing its model line-up with an avant-garde gran turismo: the new Arteon. The fastback model, positioned above the Passat, will be presented to the public for the first time at the Geneva International Motor Show (9 to 19 March). Combining avant-garde design with a high level of versatility was the ke ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Cars at the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show +VIDEO
The focus of Mercedes-Benz's presence at this year's Geneva Motor Show lies squarely on the world premiere of the E-Class Cabriolet. The open-top four-seater is the latest member to join the successful E-Class family, which has been completely renewed over the past year and includes the E-Class Sedan, E-Class Wagon, E- ... Continue reading
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