Subaru Presents Wild Ride at Indianapolis Zoo
-- Cycling event supports Indianapolis Zoo conservation efforts -- INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 7 -- Subaru will be the presenting sponsor of the Indianapolis Zoo Wild Ride this Saturday, September 9, when more than one thousand bicycle riders cycle to support wildlife conservation and research. "We are pleased to sponsor the I ... Continue reading
Quantum's Hydrogen Vehicles Featured at Statoil Opening of Norway's First Hydrogen Station
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 7 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc., today announced the delivery of the first four of fifteen hydrogen-fueled Toyota Prius hybrid vehicles to Miljobil Grenland AS, a participant and vehicle provider to the Norwegian Hydrogen Highway (HyNor). Quantum's hydrogen fueled Priuses we ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts Opens 3,000th Corporate Store; Momentous Milestone Marked with Celebratory Event
ROANOKE, Va.--Sept. 7, 2006--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories and maintenance items announces that the company's 3,000th corporate store will open on Thursday, September 14 in Salina, Kansas. The Salina store is part of the company's Western area, whi ... Continue reading
All-New 2007 Ford Expedition EL Debuts at Orange Bowl Tailgate Tour
WHAT: The all-new 2007 Ford Expedition EL will make its public debut in Miami at the University of Miami vs. Florida A&M football game on September 9. The Expedition has grown larger and more capable than ever before, as rising gas prices have made the full-size SUV market smaller and more competitive. As the interacti ... Continue reading
Renault Unveils Its New Nepta Concept Car - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
A prestige cabriolet for genuine driving pleasure PARIS - September 7, 2007: Renault is unveiling its new Nepta concept car, a four-seater cabriolet with fluid lines and a thoroughbred profile. The low-slung body shape is an expression of elegance and movement, while the spacious and comfortable interior has all the ha ... Continue reading
Mazda CX-7 and Mazda Senku to Be Exhibited at 2006 Paris Int'l Motor Show
HIROSHIMA - September 7, 2006: Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the European version of the Mazda CX-7, its highly-anticipated crossover sport-utility vehicle (SUV), at the Paris International Motor Show to be held from Thursday, 28 September through Sunday, 15 October 2006. Joining the Mazda CX-7 will be the all- ... Continue reading
Audi Announces U.S. Pricing For 2007 S6 And S8 Performance Sedans
AUBURN HILLS, MI - September 7, 2007: Audi of America, Inc. today announced pricing for the 2007 S6 and S8 performance sedans. The 2007 S6 will start at $72,000, and the 2007 S8 will start at $92,000. A destination charge of $720 is not included in the base price. The S6 carries a gas-guzzler charge of $1,300; the S8 h ... Continue reading
BMW Adds Real Time Traffic Information to Its Navigation System
Navigation Systems in Select 2007 BMWs Enhanced With Traffic and Rerouting Information for Major Metropolitan Areas Across the U.S. New Benefit Added at No Additional Monthly Cost to Customer WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Sept. 7 -- Underscoring its commitment to delivering industry-leading service, technology, and innovation, ... Continue reading
Mercedes Car Group sales top BMW's in August 2006
FRANKFURT, Sept 7, 2006; Reuters reported that global sales at DaimlerChrysler's Mercedes Car Group rose 1.2 percent to 88,600 units in August, nudging past archrival BMW in the race to be the world's biggest premium carmaker. Powered by record deliveries in the U.S. and Asian markets, Mercedes-Benz brand sales advance ... Continue reading
Chevrolet's Corvette Celebrates Golden Anniversary in Racing - VIDEO STORY
DETROIT - September 7, 2006: After 50 years of crossing multiple finish lines worldwide, Chevrolet's Corvette is celebrating its golden anniversary in racing. The vehicle known as the "muscle car," defied its age and recently won its racing class for the fifth time in six years at Le Mans â a sports car endurance ... Continue reading
Safety Belts Save Lives: GEICO Invites Young Artists to Illustrate Importance of Buckling Up
WASHINGTON, Sept. 6 -- For the 20th consecutive year, GEICO is inviting students to get out their paints, crayons and colored pencils to enter GEICO's nationwide Safety Belt Poster Contest. Each year some 2,000 students around the country create posters for GEICO to distribute in its campaign to get more people to use ... Continue reading
Nissan's Decherd Plant Will Bring Cylinder Block Casting to Tennessee
DECHERD, Tenn.--Sept. 6, 2006--Nissan North America, Inc., today officially launched crankshaft forging production at the Decherd Powertrain Assembly Plant in Decherd, Tenn. During the ceremony, Nissan executives also announced a $34.7 million capital investment to expand the plant to add cylinder block casting product ... Continue reading
H.E.A.T. Cautions Students and New Drivers: Back-To-School Season Tempts Car Thieves
LIVONIA, Mich., Sept. 6 -- H.E.A.T. (Help Eliminate Auto Thefts) encourages students and new drivers to outsmart thieves by taking extra precautions to protect their vehicles and property from auto theft during the back-to-school season. According to the most recent Auto Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) annual report, ... Continue reading
Eagle One Golden Rule Award For Car Clubs
Car Clubs Winning Eagle One "Golden Rule Award" To Receive More Cash For Favorite Charities Entry Deadline is December 31 Eagle One has announced an increase in cash donations to car clubs that win its 14th annual "Golden Rule Awards" competition. The prestigious award will recognize a car club in four U.S. regions for ... Continue reading
IRWINDALE SPEEDWAY SALUTES THE KINGS OF THE ROAD
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kevin OâBrien (626) 358-1100 (714) 448-0346 cell IRWINDALE SPEEDWAY SALUTES THE KINGS OF THE ROAD ON TRUCKERâS NIGHT WITH A SIX RACE SCHEDULE IRWINDALE, Calif. (September 6, 2006) â The kings of the road will be celebrated this Saturday (September 9) on Fleet Services Custo ... Continue reading
Companies Collaborate in Developing Ultracapacitor-Based Starter System for Cars
Benefits Include Improved Starting Performance, Lower Cost, Reduced Cabling, Longer Battery Life SAN DIEGO, Sept. 6 -- Maxwell Technologies, Inc. and Kromberg & Schubert GmbH & Co. KG, a leading global supplier of wire harnesses and electrical and electronic components to the automotive industry, have signed a memorand ... Continue reading
Leading Global Manufacturer of Automotive HVAC Systems to use Pulsar MPW 25 to Weld Automotive Dryers YAVNE, Israel, September 6 -- Pulsar, the driving force in magnetic pulse solutions for manufacturing industries, announced today the installation of its MPW 25 magnetic pulse welding system at the TI Automotive produc ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls-Saft Joint Venture Awarded Program for Lithium-Ion Batteries
PARIS and MILWAUKEE, Sept. 6 -- Johnson Controls- Saft Advanced Power Solutions (JCS) today announced that the company has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with a major vehicle manufacturer to supply lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries. The LOI is for the development phase, which is expected to lead to volume production for ... Continue reading
Taking a DaimlerChrysler Fuel Cell Vehicle to the Drag Strip
* F-Cell customer Inergy Automotive Systems spent a day on the quarter-mile * Fuel cell vehicles have found their way into the performance arena * Acceleration data will be provided to the Department of Energy for the Hydrogen Learning Demonstration Program * DaimlerChrysler has the largest fleet of fuel cell vehicles ... Continue reading
STATEMENT FROM NHRA REGARDING RAY ALLEY
STATEMENT FROM NHRA REGARDING RAY ALLEY GLENDORA, Calif. (Sept. 6, 2006) - On Monday, and prior to the start of eliminations at the Mac Tools U.S. Nationals, NHRA was surprised and disappointed to learn that Ray Alley, director of Top Fuel and Funny Car racing, was leaving the organization to work with Kenny Bernstein ... Continue reading
Former Federal Highway Administrator Nominated for Transportation Secretary
Washington DC September 7, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that President Bush yesterday nominated Mary Peters, a former federal highway administrator, to be the new Secretary of Transportation -- only the second woman ever to hold the post. If confirmed by the Senate, Peters would replace Norman Mineta, who resign ... Continue reading
Addition of 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab expands Saltillo production capabilities to five vehicles Flexible manufacturing allows production of multiple vehicles at one plant $48 million investment for commercial vehicle production expands plant by 120,000 square feet Introduction of all-new 2007 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab ... Continue reading
The World's Cleanest Diesel: First Series-Produced Passenger Car With BLUETEC From Mercedes-Benz
Advanced diesel technology represents a superior drive concept High performance, extremely economical fuel consumption, long range and the lowest emissions ever BLUETECâs ability to meet even the most stringent emission limits means diesel technology is now ready for the future LAS VEGAS - September 6, 2006: BLUET ... Continue reading
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