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INTRODUCING THE FORGED COLLECTION: YOUR EXCLUSIVE SOURCE FOR 360 FORGED WHEELS. The Forged Collection is your Exclusive source for 360 Forged wheels - we offer fast turnaround, excellent pricing, a reliable wholesale program and the highest quality forged 3 piece wheels available. US and International dealers welcome. ... Continue reading
360 Forged wheel inventory deals
INTRODUCING THE FORGED COLLECTION: YOUR EXCLUSIVE SOURCE FOR 360 FORGED WHEELS. The Forged Collection is your Exclusive source for 360 Forged wheels - we offer fast turnaround, excellent pricing, a reliable wholesale program and the highest quality forged 3 piece wheels available. US and International dealers welcome. ... Continue reading
Air News Brief (HQ): EPA Accelerates Green Innovation with EcoCar Competition
*CONTACT*: Dave Ryan (News Media Only) ryan.dave@epa.gov (202) 564-7827 (202) 564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* August 12, 2009 *" "* *EPA Accelerates Green Innovation with EcoCar Competition* *WASHINGTON* - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has joined the EcoCar consortium of government, industry and academic le ... Continue reading
Al Giombetti joins WHI Solutions Board of Directors
RYE BROOK, N.Y.--WHI Solutions, the leading provider of On Demand eBusiness solutions for the Automotive Industry, announced that Al Giombetti has been elected to WHI’s Board of Directors. Al is the former President of Ford Lincoln Mercury and General Manager of Ford’s Customer Service Division. “Al is an industr ... Continue reading
August Special Events at the High Banks - LVS 8/12/09
Upcoming Special Appearances/Events at the Valley of Speed Lebanon Valley Speedway West Lebanon, NY: In celebration of the 2009 season, this August is packed full of special attractions for all to enjoy. First and formost is the much anticipated return of "Mr. DIRT Track USA" scheduled for Thurseday August 27th, 2009. ... Continue reading
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--ECOtality, Inc. (OTCBB: ETLY), a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, announced today that the Company will host a conference call with the investment community on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Jonathan Read, President and CEO of ECOtality, ... Continue reading
Ford European Sales Gains Continue With Best July and Year-To-Date Market Share in 10 Years
-- Ford's share in main European 19 markets increased for seventh consecutive month -- Despite declining industry, Ford's 2009 new vehicle sales volume increased versus 2008 for the second month in a row -- New Fiesta remained Ford's best-selling European car in July, achieving its best month since 1996, and leading it ... Continue reading
Fun, successful weekend beckons Beckman in Brainerd
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 16 of 24 28th annual NHRA NATIONALS Brainerd (Minn.) International Raceway Aug. 14-16, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net FUN, SUCCESSFUL WEEKEND BECKONS BECKMAN IN BRAINERD NORC ... Continue reading
MAREA’S Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Festival Workshop’s Provide Hands-On Training
--MAREA: WHAT: Pennsylvania’s scenic rural countryside provides the campus for a unique series of hands-on workshops and exhibits focused on providing the essential skills and understanding necessary to implement sustainability solutions for home and new “green” commercial ventures. The 5th Annual Pennsylvania Re ... Continue reading
McClenathan poised to clinch spot in Countdown in Brainerd
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 16 of 24 28th annual NHRA NATIONALS Brainerd (Minn.) International Raceway Aug. 14-16, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net McCLENATHAN POISED TO CLINCH SPOT IN COUNTDOWN IN BRAINE ... Continue reading
MCFA and Jungheinrich Enter Into North American Manufacturing and Distribution Agreement
HOUSTON & RICHMOND, Va.--Jungheinrich AG (http://www.jungheinrich.com), and Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (“MCFA”) (http://www.mcfa.com), have entered into a manufacturing and distribution agreement for the North American market. Under the terms of the agreement announced today, MCFA will be the excl ... Continue reading
NSWMA Supports National Ban on Texting While Driving
WASHINGTON--The National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA) today voiced support for legislation requiring states to pass laws banning text-messaging while operating a moving vehicle. NSWMA also expressed support for the summit announced by the U.S. Department of Transportation where transportation leaders, me ... Continue reading
Patrick Industries, Inc. Reports Second Quarter and Six Months 2009 Financial Results
ELKHART, Ind., Aug. 12 -- Patrick Industries, Inc. , a major manufacturer and distributor of building and component products for the recreational vehicle (RV), manufactured housing (MH) and industrial markets, today reported financial results for the second quarter and six months ended June 28, 2009. For the second qua ... Continue reading
Dear Editor, Press Release: Mitchell International Partners with Thatcham to Provide Independently Researched Collision Repair Methodologies to the North American Market Mitchell Information Center empowers repairers and estimators with industry's most comprehensive set of repair standards for increased accuracy, effic ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: Republic Services Selects Sprint as Preferred Provider for Entire Range of Advanced Wireless Services Date: 8/12/2009 9:00:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here -------------------- ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/22b709/audio_and_video_re) has announced the addition of the "Audio and Video Research Stream + 1 FREE Consultancy Day" report to their offering. When you purchase the entire Audio and Video research stream, the author gives you the added benefit ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/e4fc39/global_and_ch ina_a) has announced the addition of the "Global and China Automotive Aluminum Wheel Industry Report, 2008-2009" report to their offering. China has become a manufacturing center of aluminum automotive wheels in the world now. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/22fe45/north_american_lig) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "North American Lighting Components Aftermarket" to their offering. This service outlines manufacturer-level unit shipments, prices, and revenues for the North ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Robust Economic Development in China Revs up its Passenger Car Market in 2008
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f34141/strategic_review_o) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Strategic Review of Chinese Passenger Car in China in 2008" to their offering. This research service reviewed the Chinese passenger car market in 2008. To illu ... Continue reading
Sequa Corporation Names Mark V. Rosenker to Board of Directors
Rosenker Led National Transportation Safety Board Until July 2009 NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- Sequa Corporation, a diversified industrial company owned by The Carlyle Group, today named former National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chairman Mark V. Rosenker to its Board of Directors. Rosenker, who held the top NTSB posit ... Continue reading
Six New England States, Two Days, One Tank of Gas in the New 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid
BOSTON--Through Twitter, YouTube and Facebook outreach the New England Lincoln Mercury dealers connected with 20 local small and midsize businesses so that Deal or No Deal models Lindsay Clubine and Katie Cleary can embark on a two-day road trip filled with challenges as Clubine prepares for fall nuptials to Red Sox pi ... Continue reading
Son Nominates Father as an Incredible Hero
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Shayna Keller CJM Racing, LLC (704) 902-8381 Cell# skeller@cjmracing.com Son Nominates his Father as an “Incredible Hero” Mooresville, NC (August 12, 2009) – This season CJM Racing and the America’s Incredible Pizza Company kicked off an “Incredible Hero” program to recognize ... Continue reading
CLEVELAND--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today announced its truck and electrical businesses will support a $45.4 million grant to produce plug-in hybrid electric power systems for 378 vehicles, the nation’s largest commercial hybrid deployment to date. The funding is part of the recently anno ... Continue reading
TEAM CASTROL/JOHN AND ASHLEY PRE-RACE PACKAGE FOR BRAINERD
TEAM CASTROL JOHN FORCE/ASHLEY FORCE HOOD Pre-Race Package for the 28th annual Lucas Oil Nationals August 14-16, 2009 Brainerd International Raceway Brainerd, Minn. 16th event in the Countdown to the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Championship * * * * follow John Force Racing at _www.twitter.com/jfr_racing_ (http://www.twitte ... Continue reading
Tirex Announces Retirement of Outside Auditor Principal; Change to New Firm for Fiscal 2009
WESTPORT, Conn.--The Tirex Corporation (OTC:TXMC) late yesterday filed an 8-K “current report filing” form with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in its outside auditing firm from Moore & Associates, Chtd. to Seale and Beers, CPAs. “Tirex was recently informed that Michael Moore, principal ... Continue reading
IMMEDIATE RELEASE *WET PAINT! BILL ELLIOTT AND THE NO. 21 FORD FUSION TO FEATURE QUICK LANE TIRE & AUTO CENTER PAINT SCHEME AT MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY* DEARBORN, Mich., August 12, 2009 – America’s fastest growing auto service brand teams up with NASCAR’s 16-time, fan-voted Most Popular Driver at this week ... Continue reading
Yuchai International Announces Unaudited Results for Second Quarter of 2009
SINGAPORE, Aug. 12 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Yuchai International Limited ("China Yuchai" or the "Company"), announced today its unaudited consolidated financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009. As the financial results for the second quarter of 2008 were not announced, comparative results ... Continue reading
ROANOKE, Va.--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended July 18, 2009. Second quarter earnings per diluted share were $0.83 which included a $0.06 charge related to stor ... Continue reading
Move Brings Greater Range of Lending and Risk Management Solutions to U.S. and European Credit Markets DENVER and BOLOGNA, Italy, Aug. 12 -- Aimbridge Indirect Lending, LLC and Member Lending Acceptance, LLC, specialized providers of integrated lending services to the automotive industry, today announced they were acqu ... Continue reading
HOUSTON, Aug. 12 -- Automotive Software Designers, Inc., a leading provider of software and services for the automotive retail industry, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Optical Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets: OPSY), today announced that its flagship software product, Save-a-Deal has been selected by DealerDX, LLC, a priva ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 12 -- Ford Fiesta's boron steel: "Will It Blend?" Don't try this at home! Ford Fiesta Movement agent Ryan Dembroski of Milwaukee recently traveled to the "Will It Blend?" studio in Orem, Utah, to put a piece of the Fiesta's ultra-high-strength boron steel to the Blendtec Total Blender test. Having ... Continue reading
Guy Cosmo Pre-Race Report for Road America
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: johnt@c2group.com Cosmo and Baker Team Up For American Le Mans Challenge at Road America Coming off a solid second-in-class performance at Mid-Ohio, Guy Cosmo and John Baker head to Road America. Driving the No. 47 Orbit Racing prepared Porsche 911 GT3 Cup in the ALMS Challenge class, Cos ... Continue reading
KAR Holdings, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2009 Results
CARMEL, Ind.--KAR Holdings, Inc. today reported its second quarter financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2009. For the second quarter of 2009, the company reported revenue of $439.1 million as compared with second quarter 2008 revenue of $468.5 million, a decline of 6%. Adjusted EBITDA declined 6% to $1 ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation Announces Completion of Equity Offering
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation today announced that it successfully completed its previously announced public offering of 14,950,000 shares of common stock at $25.00 per share to the public. The number of shares included the sale of 1,950,000 shares pursuant to the exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment opt ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 12 -- Inc. magazine today recognized Service Repair Solutions, Inc., (www.servicerepairsolutions.com) (SRS) with a rank of 63 among the top 100 fastest growing private software companies. SRS, which provides information solutions for the automotive repair industry, experienced a three year sales growth ... Continue reading
Summit Racing Greg Anderson NHRA Pre Race: Anderson is Ready to Get Back to Business in Brainerd
Contact: Jon Knapp Summit Racing PR Ph: 704.662.3121 J2Racing@aol.com  Anderson is Ready to Get Back to Business in Brainerd  Mooresville, N.C., August 12, 2009 – The NHRA’s Full Throttle Drag Racing season is a 24-race odyssey offering participants very few breaks from the intensity of national event ... Continue reading
US 1 Industries Announces 2009 Second Quarter and Six Month Results
VALPARAISO, Ind.--US 1 Industries, Inc. (OTCBB: USOO) announced today the results for its second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2009. The Company's operating revenues increased by $2.5 million to $89.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2009 from $86.7 million for the same period in 2008. This is an incre ... Continue reading
OGDEN, Utah, Aug. 12 -- International Armoring Corporation (IAC), a leader in the design, installation and manufacturing of armored passenger vehicles, announced today that the company has been awarded a $7.6 million contract extension to produce 30 additional armored vehicles as well as provide fleet support for a U.S ... Continue reading
8.12BYD to build new plant in Xi'an for auto capacity
BYD to build new plant in Xi'an for auto capacity http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011721/BYD-to-build-new-plant-in- Xi-an -for-auto-capacity.html Shanghai, August 12 (Gasgoo.com) On July 26, BYD Auto signed a deal with Xi'an municipality to build a new plant for auto output expansion in the capital city of northw ... Continue reading
8.12Hafei Auto's parent and Changan in talks for merger
Hafei Auto's parent and Changan in talks for merger http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011711/Hafei-Auto-s-parent-and-Ch angan -in-talks-for-merger.html Shanghai, August 12 (Gasgoo.com) Aviation Industry Corp of China (AVIC), the parent of Hafei Auto Group and Changhe Automobile, in still in talks with Changan Auto ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago: August Monthly Fuel Prices Increase
AURORA, Ill.--Fuel prices have increased during the last month in Illinois and northern Indiana, but still remain more than a dollar lower than a year ago. AAA Chicago’s most recent Fuel Gauge Report estimates that in Illinois, regular unleaded gasoline has increased 11 cents during the past month, forecasting an ave ... Continue reading
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Aug. 12 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing and marketing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies, today announced that its proprietary Climate Control Seat (CCS ) system will be included as a standard feature in the Touring model of the all-new 2010 Nissan 370Z Road ... Continue reading
Camtek Announces Second Quarter 2009 Financial Results
34% Sequential Revenue Increase From First Quarter 2009; Substantially Narrows Operating and Net Loss Compared to First Quarter 2009 MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel, August 12 -- Camtek Ltd. (NASDAQ and TASE: CAMT), today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009. Revenues for the second quarter ... Continue reading
China Automotive Systems Reports 2009 Second Quarter Results
- Net sales of $62.5 million set new quarterly sales record; quarterly sales grew 34.4% year-over-year - WUHAN, China, Aug. 12 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Automotive Systems, Inc., (the "Company"), , a leading power steering components and systems supplier in China, today announced its financial results for th ... Continue reading
Green Auto Insurance Launched by Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company
NOVATO, Calif.--Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company is the first to introduce hybrid upgrade auto insurance, enabling car owners to “go green.” In addition, new vehicle replacement coverage is available – insuring the full replacement cost of vehicles that are total losses for up to their first three model years ( ... Continue reading
Harbin Electric Completes the Repurchase of $26.5 Million of 2012 Notes
HARBIN, China, Aug. 12 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Harbin Electric, Inc. ("Harbin Electric" or the "Company", Nasdaq: HRBN), a leading developer and manufacturer of a wide array of electric motors in the People's Republic of China, today announced that it has completed the repurchase of $26.5 million aggregate princ ... Continue reading
Ituran Location and Control Ltd. Presents Results for the Second Quarter of 2009
AZOUR, Israel, August 12 -- Ituran Location and Control Ltd. , today announced its consolidated financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009. Highlights of the Quarter - A 12,000 net subscriber increase to a record of 533,000 as of June 30, 2009 - Generated $5.1 million in operating cash flow Second qua ... Continue reading
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Smarteqs’ (STO:SMAQB) agreement with Continental Brazil on delivery of concealed GSM-antennas was recently signed. The agreement concerns in total approximately 800 000 antennas, to be delivered over a five year period. With this agreement Smarteq becomes one of three preferred global antenna suppl ... Continue reading
The Forged Collection - 3 Piece Forged wheels
INTRODUCING THE FORGED COLLECTION: YOUR EXCLUSIVE SOURCE FOR 360 FORGED WHEELS. The Forged Collection is your Exclusive source for 360 Forged wheels - we offer fast turnaround, excellent pricing, a reliable wholesale program and the highest quality forged 3 piece wheels available. US and International dealers welcome. ... Continue reading
RALEIGH, N.C.--Red Hat , the world's leading provider of open source solutions, today announced that Trader Media Group and its website Autotrader.co.uk, the UK's no 1 motoring website, has standardised its platform on Red Hat Enterprise Linux and JBoss Enterprise Application Platform. The combined Red Hat solution has ... Continue reading
NAPOLEON Ohio Aug 12,2009; Jared Orzolek reported that Henry County commissioners on Tuesday approved a revolving loan fund agreement with Revenge Designs Inc., an Indiana-based car company that is seeking to market a high-mileage engine a local firm is developing. The board approved the $300,000 loan agreement with Pe ... Continue reading
KONI Challenge Competitors Head North Of Border For 40th Annual Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres
DAYTONA BEACH, Aug. 12, 2009: The 2009 Grand-Am KONI Sports Car Challenge season is quickly coming to a close, but this weekend's race at Le Circuit de Trois-Rivières in Quebec focuses on more than just championship battles. Round 9 of 11 for KONI Challenge competitors comes during the 40th annual Grand Prix de Trois- ... Continue reading
Solo Nationals Early Entry Fee Ends Friday
TOPEKA, Aug. 12, 2009: The highly anticipated 2009 Tire Rack® SCCA Solo National Championships are just around the corner, leaving little time left to apply for a half-price early entry fee. Beginning Friday, Aug. 14, at 4 p.m. (CDT), all Solo National Championship entries will be charged the standard entry fee. Curre ... Continue reading
North American Consumers Still Prefer Large, Luxury Vehicles
Washington DC August 12, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that large and luxury vehicles still resonate with consumers. According to the Detroit News, in a survey of new-vehicle owners, the top 34 ranked cars, and 106 of the top 107, are large cars, luxury cars, SUVs, crossover SUVs or minivans. Only one small car, ... Continue reading
Cash for Clunkers - 9 Dealer Tips for a Trouble-Free CARS Transaction
9 Tips for a Trouble-Free CARS Transaction Dealers, consumers, and manufacturers all cheered last week when the U.S. Senate approved $2 billion in additional funds for the governmentâs wildly popular CARS, or Cash for Clunkers, program. With these new funds, and a little experience under our belts, we dealers can ... Continue reading
Automakers Charged Up over EVs ... Again
Washington DC August 12, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that when Nissan Motor Co. CEO Carlos Ghosn drove onto the stage in a 2010 Leaf sedan at the automaker's new Yokohama headquarters earlier this month, there was plenty of hoopla â but none of the usual roar one would expect to hear from a car's internal ... Continue reading
Daly Entirely Committed To The Pursuit Of 2009 Championship
Trois-Rivieres, Quebec, August 12, 2009: âAs one of five winners in the Star Mazda Championship this season, Mazdaspeed driver Conor Daly is looking forward to his first streetTrois-Rivieres, Quebec, Canada. After his last two races at Autobahn in Joliet, IL. he finished third and fifth and moved up to third place ... Continue reading
NADA Working with DOT to Fix Dealer Reimbursement Issues
Washington DC August 12, 2009; Auto dealers from around the country are reporting that reimbursement issues continue to plague the popular âCash for Clunkersâ program. âWhile problems with application submissions have been significantly reduced, getting approval for dealer reimbursement requests is still ... Continue reading
Natural Gas: A Bridge Fuel for the 21st Century
Center for American Progress By John Podesta, Timothy E. Wirth August 10, 2009 Download the full memo (pdf) Download a map of shale natural gas plays in the lower 48 states (pdf) Natural gas is the cleanest fossil fuelâit produces less than half as much carbon pollution as coal. Recent technology advancements make ... Continue reading
Registration is Now Open for the Second SoCal Vintage BMW Meet, Saturday October 24, 2009
Los Angeles, August 12, 2009: Registration is now open for The Second SoCal Vintage BMW Meet, Saturday, October 24, 2009. The SoCal Vintage BMW Meet will again be in Woodley Park in Van Nuys, which is the premier venue to host an outdoor car event in the LA area. Those of you that participated with them last year alrea ... Continue reading
Johnson's Team Captures Tissot Pit Road Award at Watkins Glen
Watkins Glen, August 12, 2009: Jimmie Johnsonâs pit crew won the Tissot Pit Road Precision Award in Mondayâs rain-delayed NASCAR Sprint Cup road race at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International. It was the third Tissot win of the season for the No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports pit crew, which moved into a tie for second ... Continue reading
College Car Insurance Basics: Tips for Saving Money and Staying Safe at School
Insurance.com finds car insurance costs 18 to 22-year-olds $1,808 annually CLEVELAND, Aug. 12 -- As families start planning for college move-in day, many are considering whether to take a car to school. Some students enjoy having the freedom a car brings, allowing them to commute quickly and safely to class, activities ... Continue reading
Cash-for-Clunkers Spurs New Car Shopping Activity on Auto Trader Web Site
Ultimate Automotive Marketplace Sees 15 Million-Plus Site Traffic Month in July ATLANTA, Aug. 12 -- The Chevrolet Camaro claimed the No. 1 spot on AutoTrader.com's most viewed new vehicles list for the third month in a row, topping off what has become one of the first positive months for new car sales in over a year. C ... Continue reading
Siemens Unveils the First Custom 'Green' Electric Chopper
First Electric Bike Made by Famed Orange County Choppers; Will Be Featured on Hit TV Show and Donated to Charity NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- Siemens announced today that it has teamed up with renowned custom motorcycle manufacturer Orange County Choppers to build the first custom electric motorcycle. The "Siemens Smart Choppe ... Continue reading
EV Maker Coda Automotive Appoints Former Volkswagen and MINI USA Head of Marketing as CMO
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 12 -- Coda Automotive, a California-based electric car and battery company, has hired Kerri Martin as Chief Marketing Officer in preparation for the launch of its four-door, five-passenger, all-electric sedan in 2010. Prior to joining Coda, Martin was Director of Brand Innovation and Marketin ... Continue reading
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. and NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., Aug. 12 -- Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD) , a manufacturer of proprietary, thin-film amorphous silicon-based photovoltaic (PV) laminates, and Mercury Solar Systems (Mercury), one of the leading solar integrators on the East Coast, today announced that they have sign ... Continue reading
Hyundai to Sell Its Luxury Flagship Sedan in U.S. Competes With Mercedes, BMW and Lexus
Crafted to rival Mercedes, BMW, Lexus and the world's most prestigious luxury automobiles, marking another step in Hyundai's growth as a leading brand PEBBLE BEACH, Calif., Aug. 12 -- Hyundai is shaking things up at the annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance by announcing its intention to launch its most premium luxur ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, August 12, 2009 : After a few weeks away from the drag strip, Bob Tasca III and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing team return to Brainerd for the 28th Annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals with hopes of moving up the points ladder, clinching a spot in the crucial Countdown, and bringing home another Wally. With only ... Continue reading
Red Line Oil To Continue Sponsorship Of Kalitta
BENICIA, August 11, 2009: Top Fuel racer Doug Kalitta will once again carry the banner for Red Line Oil on his 8,000-horsepower, 300+mph, nitro-fueled dragster at this weekendâs, Aug. 14-16, NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series national event in Brainerd, Minn., at Brainerd Intâl Raceway and for the two foll ... Continue reading
De Silvestro Extends Points Lead and Muniz Finishes in Eighth Despite First Lap Incident
Clouds greeted the participants at this weekend's Cooper Tires Presents The Atlantic Championship Powered by Mazda qualifying day at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio but by the end of the weekend Team Stargate Worlds would be all smiles. With the championship within her grasp, current points leader Simona ... Continue reading
In Case You Missed It: Gil de Ferran and Susan Wade
ALMS Team Owner and Driver Gil de FerranWith one of the biggest stories in motorsports this past weekend, "On Track On Radio" welcomed Gil de Ferran who spoke about his busy weekend at Mid-Ohio. The 2003 Indy 500 winner and two-time Champ Car champion announced his retirement from driving in the ALMS series on Friday o ... Continue reading
In Case You Missed It: James Davison, Jonathan Summerton and Spencer Pigot
Firestone Indy Lights Driver James DavisonAtlantics Championship Driver Jonathan SummertonSkip Barber Driver Spencer Pigot Tuesday night, we had a pair of winners from this past weekend at Mid-Ohio. Firestone Indy Lights pole sitter and winner James Davison was live in-studio and Atlantics Championship winner Jonathan ... Continue reading
In Case You Missed It: NCMP's Mike Adams and USKGP's Bernie Adamason
Tuesday night August 11th, "Karting News Live's" special guests included New Castle Motorsports Park MVP (and General Manager) Mike Adams as he preps for a huge month hosting the WKA on back-to-back weekends and he gave us a preview of September's 2009 RoboPong 200. Returning to the show is United States Karting Grand ... Continue reading
GM Celebrates Sale of 1 Millionth Vehicle in China in 2009
General Motors today announced the sale of its 1 millionth vehicle in China in 2009. Employees from GM China and its joint ventures celebrated with the millionth customer, Ye Banjun, who purchased a silver Buick LaCROSSE sedan. ... Continue reading
Opel Reduces Co2 Emissions on Vivaro Combi Ecoflex by 11 Percent
Opel's ecoFLEX family has a new member: The Vivaro Combi ecoFLEX with the 114 hp 2.0 CDTI engine and automated Easytronic six-speed manual transmission consumes just 7.4 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers, a CO2 value of 194 g/km. With these impressive values, the Vivaro reduces CO2 emissions by 19 grams CO2, saving 0 ... Continue reading
Rising diesel prices, an environmental tax, a truck toll, and intense competition are forcing shipping companies in Germany to do all they can to keep costs down in order to succeed on the market. ... Continue reading
Suzuki Worldwide Sales Top 40 Million Units
As the UK car market experiences it first growth since April 2008, Suzuki GB is pleased to announce that worldwide sales of Suzuki cars have recently passed 40 million units. This milestone was made up of 19,666,000 units sold in Japan and 20,334,000 sold worldwide. ... Continue reading
Avon Tyres and Caterham Cars aim for maximum grip
Avon Tyres most uncompromising ultra-high performance tyre, the ZZR, is set to be paired with another equally high-performance product, the Caterham Superlight range. ... Continue reading
China's Wonder Auto Signs Agreement to Set Foot in Alternative Energy Vehicle Realm
JINZHOU CITY, China, Aug. 12 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Wonder Auto Technology, Inc. , a leading manufacturer of automotive electrical parts, suspension products and engine accessories in China, today announced that Jinzhou Halla, wholly-owned subsidiary of Wonder Auto Technology, Inc., signed an agreement with the ... Continue reading
Kbb.com Eclipses Two Single-Day Traffic Records, Reports Greatest Month Ever
Market Interest Increasing Among Consumers; SUVs, Pickups among Most-Researched Segments IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 12 -- Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car information, today announces an unprecedented amount of traffic to its top-rated consumer Web site in a single day and month, wi ... Continue reading
Kia Continues Strong Corporate Growth Despite Global Economic Turmoil
Kia Motors Corporation has posted a strong half-year financial performance and increased July global sales reflecting its successful efforts to stave off the global economic downturn. ... Continue reading
kbb.com Study: Domestic Trucks Remain Cornerstone of Strength; Import Truck Consideration Declines
Ford Claims Top Spot in Consideration, Overtaking Chevrolet IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 12 -- Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car information, today announces the results of the second-quarter 2009 Brand Watch study by Kelley Blue Book Market Intelligence, detailing consumers' perceptio ... Continue reading
Kia Motors posts 17.5% increase in July global sales
July global sales - 143,588 Kia vehicles sold globally in July - July sales in China, Korea and North America post year-on-year sales growth of 101.3%, 26.5% and 7.8%, respectively - Cumulative sales in 2009 reached 892,916 units, representing a 6.4% year-on-year increase - Cumulatively in 2009, China, Korea and genera ... Continue reading
More Economical, More Practical: the New VW Golf Plus Bluemotion:
Volkswagen has revealed pricing and details of its latest BlueMotion model, the Golf Plus. The new model offers all the practicality and comfort of the new standard Golf Plus which went on sale in May, but with even greater economy and lower carbon dioxide emissions. Prices start at £17,570 RRP âon the roadâ ... Continue reading
His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent has awarded Volvo Cars a special international award(1) to mark the 50th Anniversary of the invention of the three-point safety belt and in acknowledgement of the companyâs vision to design cars that should not crash. ... Continue reading
New Entry Level Lancer Added to Mitsubishi Line Up
Mitsubishi Motors UK has a new addition to their Euro NCAP 5 Star Award winning Lancer range. The new Lancer 1.5 4-door SE is a well equipped family saloon and priced at just £12,499 presents outstanding value. ... Continue reading
European Showcase of New Mazda CX-7 at Frankfurt Motor Show
The Mazda stand at next month's Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) will exhibit the new Mazda CX-7, featuring Mazda's new 'family face' as seen on Mazda6 and Mazda3. Also offering a bolder stance, the new Mazda CX-7 is powered by a high-output diesel engine ... Continue reading
Audi Launches Stunning New A5 Cabriolet in Australia
Audi's stunning new drop-top A5 has arrived in Australia, offering authentic convertible styling with a choice of three sporty engines, quattro all wheel drive and S tronic transmission as standard. ... Continue reading
Honda Wins at 2009 U.S. Motorist Choice Awards
Honda vehicles were awarded top honour in three different categories at the 2009 US Motorist Choice Awards, announced in California on Tuesday, 11 August. ... Continue reading
Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro Blasts into Showrooms
Developed jointly with quattro GmbH, the R8 V10 sees Audi reinforcing its leading position in the high-performance sports car segment. The newly-developed ten-cylinder engine develops 386 kW of breathtaking performance while 530Nm of torque endows it with unstoppable power. Both R tronic sequential gearbox and a 6-spee ... Continue reading
Shannons are taking the tops off a range of classic cars in time for spring at their August 31 Melbourne auction. ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 11 -- Auto enthusiasts can celebrate a personal or professional milestone - or recognize a colleague or loved one's passion - with two commemorative programs benefiting the Walter P. Chrysler Museum Foundation -- Brick Legacy and Adopt-a-Vehicle. The nonprofit Museum, in Auburn Hills, Mich., i ... Continue reading
Chevy Volt will achieve 230 miles per gallon is creating lots of buzz, but what does it really mean for people who are considering buying a Volt? It is exciting to think that a Volt owner might only need 65 gallons of gas to drive 15,000 miles, but gas mileage entirely depends on driving style. Volt drivers who drive s ... Continue reading
Coulomb and GridPoint Unveil First Smart Grid Enabled Smart Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles
LONG BEACH, Calif.--GridPoint, Inc., an established leader in smart grid software, and Coulomb Technologies today unveiled the first ever smart grid enabled smart charging stations for electric vehicles. The integrated solution using Coulombâs ChargePoint⢠Networked Charging Stations for plug-in electric vehi ... Continue reading
A Guide to ... Stability Control
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