"Baby Rolls-Royce" Chrysler Imperial Revealed?
The February 2006 issue of Motor Trend contains what appear to be artist renderings or photos of the 2006/2007/2008 Chrysler Imperial and Dodge Challenger. <a href="http:// www.leftlanenews.com/">LeftlaneNews.com</a> obtained sneak peak photos of the magazine. While the Challenger photos reveal nothing new, the the Imp ... Continue reading
Barrett-Jackson Auction Company - Lot 1316 - Elvis Presley's 1960 Mark V Limousine
This automobile was special ordered by Elvis in the summer of 1959 while in the Army and stationed in Germany. The Lincoln division of Ford Motor Company sent one of the very first 1960 Lincolns, serial #32, to Hess and Eisenhardt to be customized for Elvis. They were the world famous company who built the Lincoln X-10 ... Continue reading
Elvis Presley's 'Long Black Limousine' to Rock 35th Anniversary Barrett-Jackson Event
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Dec. 28, 2005--The Barrett-Jackson Auction Co. will auction, at no reserve, the personal 1960 Lincoln Mark V limousine owned by Mr. Elvis Presley during the 35th Anniversary Barrett-Jackson "World's Greatest Collector Car Event" at WestWorld in Scottsdale, Jan. 14 - 22, 2006. "This is the first time ... Continue reading
Carmakers Widen Seats to Fit American Passengers
More and more automakers are catering to a growing American driving class, adding space to vehicle interiors and widening seats, reports USA Today. Automakers jumping on the wider-seat bandwagon include: Toyota, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru and Mitsubishi, who each have introduced new models that cater to wider passeng ... Continue reading
Newspapers Face Uphill Climb As They Look to Lift Ad Rates in 2006
Washington DC December 28, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that faced with declining circulation, several of the newspaper industry’s heavy hitters are seeking to raise ad rates next year, but “industry observers and ad buyers predict many newspapers won’t get the ad-rate increases they want, or i ... Continue reading
Return to Newsletter Ford development engineer Jamie Cullen has conducted winter driving tests around the globe, including at snow fields in Michigan, Manitoba, Sweden, and New Zealand. One of his top five recommendations is to always travel with a winter emergency kit. ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Forecasts December Auto Sales: Domestic Automakers to End the Year on a High Note
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Dec. 28, 2005--This month's new vehicle sales are expected to total 1.42 million units, a seven percent decrease from December 2004, according to Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. This would result in total industry sales of 16.875 million units for 2005, up slig ... Continue reading
Lighting Up The Future - Ford Adaptiive Lighting Technologies
LOOKING INTO THE FUTURE: ADAPTIVE LIGHTING TECHNOLOGY IMPROVES NIGHTTIME DRIVING SAFETY The new Lincoln crossover features state-of-the-art adaptive headlights. Return to Newsletter It should come as no surprise that driving at night poses an increased risk. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, ... Continue reading
Innovative lighting system emphasizes active safety, efficiency, design Headlamps on concept vehicle allow drivers to see around corners at night Another Ford first uses unique optics package DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 28 – Ford Motor Company’s next generation of adaptive lighting takes “smart” headl ... Continue reading
ZAP Receives PCXE Notice; ZAP Continues to Trade on the PCX under the Ticker Symbol ZP
SANTA ROSA, Calif.--Dec. 28, 2005--Automotive Pioneer ZAP (PCX:ZP) announced that it has been advised by PCX Equities (PCXE), a subsidiary of the Pacific Exchange (the PCXE staff), that the Company is currently not in compliance with the PCXE's listing requirements for share bid price set forth in the PCXE Rule 5.5(h)( ... Continue reading
Goodyear Completes Sale of North American Farm Tire Assets
AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 28 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced it has completed the previously announced sale of its North American farm tire assets to Titan Tire Corporation, a subsidiary of Titan International, Inc. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO) The sale includes Goodyear's f ... Continue reading
Titan Tire Purchases Goodyear's Farm Tire Assets
QUINCY, Ill.--Dec. 28, 2005--Titan Tire Corporation, a subsidiary of Titan International, Inc. , closed today on the acquisition of Goodyear's North American farm tire assets, that includes the manufacturing facility in Freeport, Illinois. Titan entered into a definitive agreement with The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Compan ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Is Coming
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on December 28, 2005 at 9:45 AM CST I know stories have been slow the past few days, but finally, finally, finally - Mercedes has given us a story that will add some excitement to the sluggish holiday weekend. Mercedes has made it official today - the S65 AMG, my newest MB infatuation, w ... Continue reading
EPA Launches Program to Increase Use of Domestically Grown and Produced Fuels
News for Release: Wednesday, December 28, 2005 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *EPA Launches Program to Increase Use of Domestically Grown and Produced Fuels *Contact: John Millett, 202-564-4355 / millett.john@epa.gov (Washington, D.C.-Dec. 28, 2005) Starting in 2006, Americans will be gassing up with nearly ... Continue reading
ACS Signs IT Outsourcing Contract With DriveTime
DALLAS, Dec. 28 -- Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. , a premier provider of business process outsourcing and information technology solutions, announced today that it has been awarded an information technology (IT) outsourcing contract with DriveTime Sales and Finance Corporation, a DriveTime company, who with DT Acc ... Continue reading
Attention California Teen Drivers: Driver's License Law Change on Jan. 1
LOS ANGELES--Dec. 28, 2005--Effective Jan. 1, changes to California's teen driving law will place some new restrictions on young drivers to help protect them from vehicle crash injuries and fatalities, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California. AB 1474 by Assemblyman Bill Maze, R-Visalia, requires teen dr ... Continue reading
GKN Driveline's New Technology Saves Weight and Fuel
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 28 -- Vehicle makers plan to introduce "breakthrough" technology from GKN Driveline that provides lighter driveshaft components, improved fuel economy and better overall vehicle performance. "Customers whose cars are equipped with this new technology will notice significant improvements in per ... Continue reading
AIADA International Nameplate Vehicle Manufacturer Highlights from 2005
International Nameplate Highlights from 2005 By Frank Giovinazzi, Contributing Editor AIADA AIADA As 2005 draws to a close, and new goals are being set for the new year, it’s a great time to remember how far International nameplates have come in the last 12 months. Fantastic sales figures come to mind first, as I ... Continue reading
New '06 Matco Tools Iron Eagle Funny Car design released
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net NEW 2006 MATCO TOOLS IRON EAGLE DODGE FUNNY CAR DESIGN RELEASED STOW, Ohio (Dec. 27, 2005) - Matco Tools, in cooperation with Action Performance Companies, Inc ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Announces November 2005 Sales Results
MILFORD, Iowa--Dec. 28, 2005--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), the recognized leader in developing and manufacturing a variety of products for the all terrain vehicle (ATV), garden tractors, and golf carts, today announced that preliminary November results show operating income up nearly 19 percent and gross ... Continue reading
Xbox 360 Powers All-New Nissan URGE Concept Car
Motorcycle-Inspired Roadster Delivers a Futuristic Driving Experience Using "Project Gotham Racing 3." DETROIT, Dec. 28 -- Nissan North America Inc. (NNA) and Microsoft Corp. have merged automobile design and gaming technology to create the first-ever fully integrated gaming system within a vehicle. Conceived by Nissan ... Continue reading
Bridgestone to Make Synthetic Rubber in New China Plant
TOKYO December 28, 2005; Japan Today reported that Bridgestone Corp on Tuesday said it will build a synthetic rubber plant in China's Guangdong Province at a cost of $100 million, with operations due to begin in the first half of 2008. The new facility aims to meet growing tire demand in Asia and will be operated by a ... Continue reading
November 2005 Japan Auto Production Rises 3.9%
TOKYO December 28, 2005; Japan Today reported that production of cars, trucks and buses in Japan in November rose 3.9% from a year earlier to 962,378 vehicles for the first rise in two months, while auto exports edged up 0.5% to 445,607, extending a rising streak to four months, an industry body said Tuesday. Car outpu ... Continue reading
With a Wide-Ranging 2006 Line of Value-Packed Cars and SUVs Backed by America's #1 Warranty, American Suzuki is a Must-See for Show Goers BREA, Calif., Dec. 28 -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) arrives at the 2006 San Diego International Auto Show at a unique time in its 20-year history selling cars and SUVs ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club Offers Tipsy Tow Service for New Year's Weekend
LOS ANGELES--Dec. 27, 2005--The Automobile Club of Southern California is offering its free Tipsy Tow service to drinking drivers during the New Year's holiday weekend. The service is available from 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30, through the end of the day on Sunday, Jan. 1. ... Continue reading
Insurance Company Helps Police Teach Teens About the Dangers of Drinking and Driving
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 27 -- The positive impact of a Mercury Insurance Group-sponsored "Every 15 Minutes" program may go unnoticed this holiday season, particularly if it is effective and fewer students drink and drive. This high school anti drinking and driving educational effort was recently produced by the San Diego Polic ... Continue reading
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