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[RealWire] Volkswagen Transporter Wins 'Best Medium Van' For Second Consecutive Year
Company: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (http://www.vwcv.co.uk/) Release summary: For the second year running, the Volkswagen Transporter <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/transporter/> has been voted 'Best Medium Van' in the Fleet Van Awards with the judges saying 'it excels on quality, durability, reputation and imag ... Continue reading
Drive Smarter Video Contest Voting Begins Today!
Hi, I wanted to give you a heads up about the Alliance to Save Energy's Drive $marter Challenge campaign that launched a video contest in mid-August that produced so many good videos that the judges had problems narrowing it down to just the top 10 finalists. Now, we’re inviting people to play "film critic," have fun ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Launches Aluminum Diesel Piston Production at Russian Joint Venture
Federal-Mogul Corporation has added a news release to its Investor Relations website. Title: Federal-Mogul Launches Aluminum Diesel Piston Production at Russian Joint Venture Date: 10/6/2009 9:00:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ------------------------------------------------------- ... Continue reading
Daimler Financial Services s'implante aux Émirats Arabes Unis
ABOU DABI, EAU et BERLIN, October 7 -- - Coentreprise avec les importateurs de Mercedes-Benz à Abou Dabi et Dubaï - le groupe Al Fahim et Gargash Enterprises - Les nouvelles sociétés Mercedes-Benz Finance Middle East et Mercedes-Benz Leasing Middle East proposent des services financiers aux voitures de tourisme et ... Continue reading
Electric Motor News in TV - IAA Frankfurt - Italiano - English - Espanol
Italiano Nella home page del sito internet www.electricmotornews.eu sono state inserite le clip della puntata n° 20 del programma televisivo Electric Motor News. Da Salone di Francoforte si parla di Jamais Contente, BMW, Kia Motors, Peugeot con l'intervista a Patriza Sala (PR e Stampa Peugeot Italia), REVA, Vattenfall ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 7 -- It's no video game - virtual reality perfects vehicle sound quality Although it might look and feel like a racing game in a video arcade, this simulator has a higher calling. The Virtual Vehicle Sound Simulator perfects sound quality inside a Ford Motor Company vehicle, long before the first ... Continue reading
Penske Automotive Group to Host Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--Penske Automotive Group, Inc. , an international automotive retailer, will host its third quarter financial results conference call as follows: WHEN: Friday, October 30, 2009 TIME: 2:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time PHONE: United States, please call (800) 230-1085 International, please call (612) ... Continue reading
Photos: Five Finalists Announced for The 2010 Green Car of the Year
Winner to be Announced During an LA Auto Show Press Conference on Dec. 3 LOS ANGELES, Oct. 7 -- Green Car Journal announced today its five finalists for the 2010 Green Car of the Year®, including the Audi A3 TDI, Honda Insight, Mercury Milan Hybrid, Toyota Prius and Volkswagen Golf TDI. For the fifth consecutive year, ... Continue reading
QNX CAR Application Platform Wins Adobe MAX Award
OTTAWA, Ontario, Oct. 7 -- QNX Software Systems today announced that its QNX® CAR application platform has won a prestigious Adobe MAX award, in the mobile category. Each year, the Adobe MAX Awards recognize the best uses of Adobe software for creating engaging user experiences. This year, the QNX CAR application plat ... Continue reading
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Scuderi Engine running video (watch now)
Hi Bob (and maybe other), Video of the Scuderi Engine running on gasoline is finally available, so I wanted to check in. Links to view the footage, today's press release, embed code and info about obtaining other video formats and images are below my signature. I've also included a copy of Scuderi Group's 9/8 release i ... Continue reading
Upcoming Forecast: Chance of Showers... If It Changes, We'll Tell You
WNY Ford Dealers tout 2010 Taurus with by the minute, digital billboard messaging BUFFALO, N.Y., Oct. 7 -- This month, commuters on Western New York roadways will learn about the all-new 2010 Ford Taurus via digital billboards on the I-190. And while digital billboards are not a brand new technology, the way the WNY Fo ... Continue reading
Closing the gap is Beckman's goal in Richmond
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 4 of six in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 22 of 24 for season Fourth Annual NHRA Virginia Nationals Virginia Motorsports Park Dinwiddie, Va. Oct. 9-11, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earth ... Continue reading
Cummins Recognized for Environmental Practices by Newsweek Magazine
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Cummins Inc.’s efforts to minimize its environmental footprint and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions helped the Company achieve a ranking in the top 20 percent of the 500 largest companies in United States in Newsweek’s inaugural “green” survey released recently. The magazine used publicly avai ... Continue reading
SEASON FINALE AT LAGUNA - Courtney Prepares to Charge in California
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEASON FINALE AT LAGUNA Courtney Prepares to Charge in California Milwaukee, Wisconsin (October 8, 2009) - Jeff Courtney, driver of the No. 99 KENDA Tires/Woodhouse Performance Dodge Viper Competition Coupe, prepares for his final race of the SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge GT Championships ... Continue reading
Championship almost out of reach for reigning titlist Coughlin (NHRA/JEGS)
Championship almost out of reach for reigning titlist Coughlin RICHMOND, Va. (Oct.11) -- Reigning back-to-back Pro Stock champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. suffered his third first-round loss of the last four races to all but extinguish his hopes for a championship "three-peat" Sunday at Virginia Motorsports Park. Racing from t ... Continue reading
Be a Dashing Driver With the Sleek Good Looks and Intuitive Features of the Jabra Arrow Headset
COPENHAGEN, October 13 -- - Automatic Volume Control and Easy, Functional Headset Storage Ensure the Ultimate in Convenience and Style as you Drive Launching today, the all-new Jabra ARROW headset combines automatic volume control with easy, functional storage; the perfect headset for drivers who want to take calls in ... Continue reading
Career Changes and Children Likely to Prompt Women to Purchase a Car, According to CarMax Survey
RICHMOND, Va.--For women, purchasing a car can often be triggered by major life events, particularly changes in employment and family, according to a recent survey conducted for CarMax, Inc. , the nation’s largest retailer of used cars. Sixty percent of women surveyed indicated that a change in their career, whether ... Continue reading
Dear Autochannel staff, Hi, thank you so much for posting about the Drive Smarter Video Contest! We really appreciate your support in getting the word out. ... Continue reading
Drive Smart Video Contest Voting
Dear Autochannel staff, Hi, thank you so much for posting about the Drive Smarter Video Contest! We really appreciate your support in getting the word out. ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Corporation has added a news release to its Investor Relations website. Title: Federal-Mogul Corporation Schedules Conference Call and Audio Web Cast for Third Quarter 2009 Results Date: 10/13/2009 11:44:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here --------------------------------- ... Continue reading
Parts Pro Performance News 10-12-09
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Pressrelease: Greenchoice Forze wins after big spectacle
PRESS RELEASE GREENCHOICE FORZE WINS AFTER BIG SPECTACLE Hydrogen racing team TU Delft claims victory GP Turin Turin - 11-10-2009 Greenchoice Forze won the first Italian Grand Prix for hydrogen racing karts in Turin. The team managed to repair the kart quickly and claim victory after crashing into the barriers. The rac ... Continue reading
PTI to Promote Adoption of Driving Change™ Vehicular Greenhouse Gas Management System
WASHINGTON & CARLSBAD, Calif.--Public Technology Institute (PTI), a national, non-profit technology research organization, and Enviance, a proven provider of software solutions to help organizations manage and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) and other regulatory risks, today announced a strategic partnership through which ... Continue reading
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RpmOne is Acquired by Prominent Industry Company
JUPITER, Fla., Oct. 13 -- RpmOne, Inc., a leading provider of F&I products and dealer development services for motorcycle and powersports dealers, today announced that it is now part of Warranty Holdings, which is the holding company for INDS, PIPI, RpmOne, and other related industry affiliates. INDS, who RpmOne has us ... Continue reading
SSP Wed. Test & Tune on Oct. 14; Plenty of Racing Remains for 2009
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - 2009 SSP Schedule of Events - (Schedule as of October 11, 2009 - Subject to Change) October 14 (Wed.) Wednesday Night Test & Tune Session at Big Track (Gates open at 5:00 p.m.; Practice 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) and the Outback Track (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.; P ... Continue reading
Unlock your doors, start your car, and warm up the cabin - from virtually anywhere - without using your keyfob VISTA, Calif., Oct. 13 -- Directed Electronics, the leader in vehicle security and remote start, is proud to introduce the Viper SmartStart(TM), which allows users to start their car with the push of a button ... Continue reading
Swapalease.com Sees Renewed Interest in SUVs and Crossovers
CINCINNATI, Oct. 13 -- Buyer demand for SUVs and crossovers has surged in September, according to Swapalease.com, the world's largest auto lease marketplace. According to user data, interest in top SUV and crossover models to lease has increased across the boards from August to September on the popular lease transfer W ... Continue reading
Catch the latest Mustang Unleashed documentary
Hello Auto Channel editors, I'm reaching out to share the latest video diary from the 2010 Mustang Unleashed series. Just launched, "Unexpected Turn" is a story about two Mustang fans fulfilling a lifelong dream: taking a road trip across the US in a Ford Mustang. 16 years ago, Joe Cram and his father Ralph rebuilt a ' ... Continue reading
Digital Web Experts from Reynolds and Reynolds to Speak at Digital Dealer Conference
Reynolds Web leaders to offer tips to help dealerships realize greater benefits from their Web presence, including better lead generation and increased market share DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 13 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company today announced that several members of the leadership team for Reynolds Web Solutions will deli ... Continue reading
Iacocca Mustang Sells for $352,000
*PHOTO CREDIT: Courtesy of Barrett Jackson; High-Res Image Available Upon Request* FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact: Sanaz Bakhtiari JMPR Public Relations (818) 992-4353 sbakhtiari@jmprpublicrelations.com Number Five Iacocca Silver 45th Anniversary Edition Mustang Sells for $352,000 Highly Anticipated Mustang Joins ... Continue reading
LeMay Names New Board Directors as National Momentum Grows
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 14, 2009 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Holly Wood, LeMay – America’s Car Museum® P: 253.779.8490 ext 100 F: 253.779.8499 holly.wood@lemaymuseum.org LeMay names new board directors as national momentum grows (Tacoma, WA) – LeMay - America’s Car Museum continues ... Continue reading
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- If you are a Minnesota Vikings fan driving a flex-fuel vehicle (FFV) that can run on either E85 or gasoline, you may have a free parking space waiting for you in the Gold Lot at 401 4th Street South (across from the Star Tribune building) in downtown Minneapolis during Vi ... Continue reading
10.16Beijing Auto says to sell 1.5 mln cars next year, 2 mln in 2012
Beijing Auto says to sell 1.5 mln cars next year, 2 mln in 2012 Shanghai, October 16 (Gasgoo.com)Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. is looking to sell 1.5 million vehicles next year with sales revenue hitting 150 billion yuan (US$22 bn), the company's president said on Thursday. "The sales target for 2011 is much ... Continue reading
10.16China top 10 carmakers to set EV industry standard
China top 10 carmakers to set EV industry standard http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012559/China-top-10-carmakers-to- set-E V-industry-standard.html Shanghai, October 16 (Gasgoo.com) As the electric vehicle (EV) is becoming the auto industry's future trend for energy efficiency and environmental protection, the to ... Continue reading
2009 Brazilian Grand Prix - Practice
2009 BRAZILIAN GRAND PRIX INTERLAGOS 16 OCTOBER PRACTICE Brawn GP's Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button began the team's on-track preparations for Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix at the Interlagos circuit in the city of Sao Paulo today. With the team's focus on maximising the set-up of the BGP 001 cars for the race, Rub ... Continue reading
AequiCap Announces New Development in Tower Relationship
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--We are pleased to announce that AequiCap’s relationship with the Tower Group Companies (“Tower”) has moved to a new level. AequiCap Insurance Company and AequiCap Program Administrators (collectively referred to as “AequiCap”) have finalized their agreement with Tower’s operating subs ... Continue reading
BRAWN GP AGREES PARTNERSHIP WITH MAPFRE GROUP IN BRAZIL
INTERLAGOS 15 OCTOBER 2009 BRAWN GP AGREES PARTNERSHIP WITH MAPFRE GROUP IN BRAZIL Brawn GP is pleased to confirm a one-race partnership with Spanish insurance company, the MAPFRE Group, for the Brazilian Grand Prix which takes place at the Interlagos circuit in the city of Sao Paulo this weekend. The partnership will ... Continue reading
SEATTLE, Oct. 16 -- Puget Sound Business Journal announced that Cobalt, the leading provider of digital marketing solutions to the retail automotive industry, ranked number 73 on the 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies list. The 100 companies that made the list and their rankings were announced at an invitation-only ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Dresser Wayne (www.DresserWayne.com), a global innovator of fuel dispensers and technology, and Additech, Inc., a leading North American outsourced operator of at-the-pump interactive merchandising systems, are pleased to announce the first fuel dispenser that incorporates the Additech fuel additive disp ... Continue reading
Drew Industries Presents Webcast of Third Quarter Conference Call on November 3
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Oct. 16 -- Drew Industries Incorporated , a White Plains, NY-based manufacturer of components for the recreational vehicle and manufactured housing industries, will release its third quarter 2009 financial results after the market closes on Monday, November 2, 2009. Drew Industries also will host a ... Continue reading
ATLANTA, Oct. 16 -- Genuine Parts Company reported sales and earnings for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2009. Thomas C. Gallagher, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, announced today that sales totaling $2.6 billion were down 10% compared to the third quarter of 2008. Net income for ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--On Friday, October 16th, GreenlightAC, a DC-based electric vehicle charging station company, and District of Columbia Mayor Adrian M. Fenty will announce the installation of GreenlightAC’s electric vehicle charging stations in the District at 2101 L Street—a Vornado/Charles E. Smith building. WHO: Green ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--Today, GreenlightAC, a DC-based electric vehicle charging station company, and District of Columbia Mayor Adrian M. Fenty are announcing the installation of GreenlightAC’s electric vehicle charging stations in the District. Max Brown, CEO and co-founder of GreenlightAC, said, “We are tremendously excite ... Continue reading
GT FINALE IN CALI - Brutal Battle at Laguna
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GT FINALE IN CALI Brutal Battle at Laguna Monterey, California (October 11, 2009) - Jeff Courtney, driver of the No. 99 KENDA Tires/Woodhouse Performance/Dodge Viper Competition Coupe had the best set-up of the season at this weekend's SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge GT Championship finale, ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: If You Use Metro in Washington, D.C., Maryland or Virginia, Sprint has an Important Message for You: "Welcome to the NOW Network" Date: 10/16/2009 11:28:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please c ... Continue reading
Mars "Goes Pink" To Support Susan G. Komen for the Cure(R) HACKETTSTOWN, N.J., Oct. 16 -- Mars Snackfood US announced today that Kyle Busch, driver of the No. 18 M&M'S® Toyota in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, plans to go pink this weekend during the NASCAR Banking 500 only from Bank of America race in Charlotte, N.C. ... Continue reading
Michigan Tech University Wins SAE International Video Contest
WARRENDALE, Pa., Oct. 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Michigan Technological University is the winner of SAE International's first-ever video contest. Titled, "This is Our SAE," the contest challenged SAE Sections or collegiate chapters to create and submit videos depicting the value of SAE International membership and p ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 16 -- -- Ford is taking the 2010 Taurus to the home field on Oct. 18, with 1,000 simultaneous game-day parties slated for pro football fans across the country; hosts chosen from more than 6,000 applicants -- Ford is the first automotive company to partner with Houseparty.com, a leading social medi ... Continue reading
New Powertrain-Focused Metaldyne Formed by Sale to MD Investors
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Oct. 16 -- Metaldyne Corporation announced today it has completed the sale of substantially all of its assets to MD Investors Corporation. MD Investors purchased certain assets related to Metaldyne's Sintered Products, Vibration Controls Products, European Forging Products and Powertrain Products Group ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Friday from Silver Dollar Raceway, Reynolds, Ga.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - SOUTHEAST DIVISION SILVER DOLLAR RACEWAY, REYNOLDS, GA. Friday, October 16, 2009 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 GEORGIA RACER LEADS FIELD AT REYNOLDS REYNOLDS, Ga. (October, 16, 2009) - In the first rounds of qualifying at Silver Dollar Raceway, Richmon ... Continue reading
NJVC Hits the Road to Support Soldiers
VIENNA, Va.--NJVC, one of the largest information technology solutions providers for the U.S. Department of Defense, hosted a 113-mile motorcycle ride this past weekend from Leesburg, Va., through parts of West Virginia and into Maryland to raise more than $2,000 for Laptops for the Wounded, a nonprofit organization th ... Continue reading
Panish, Shea & Boyle Announces Record $21 Million Verdict for Iraq War Vet
LOS ANGELES--A San Bernardino, California jury returned a record verdict on Friday afternoon, October 16, 2009, in an automobile accident case of over $21 million ($21,067,093.53) in favor of a 29-year-old, single Iraq War Navy veteran, Michael Nelsen of Orange County, California against Hillyard, Inc., one of the larg ... Continue reading
Parker Commercializes Unique Hydraulic Hybrid System for Delivery Vehicles
- Freightliner Custom Chassis commitment for 20 series hydraulic hybrid systems for delivery vehicles represents milestone in technology's commercialization - Parker technology has demonstrated 50 to 70 percent increase in miles per gallon CLEVELAND, Oct. 16 -- Parker Hannifin Corporation , the global leader in motion ... Continue reading
Payne hoping to extend impressive streak in FireIce Top Alcohol Funny Car
Payne hoping to extend impressive streak in FireIce Top Alcohol Funny Car REYNOLDS, Ga. (Oct. 16) -- For the last five years in a row veteran drag racer Jay Payne has hoisted the Top Alcohol Funny Car champion's trophy in the NHRA's Southeast Division. After this weekend's season-ending Division 2 race at Silver Dollar ... Continue reading
PPG Directors Announce Quarterly Dividend Increase to 54 Cents Per Share
PITTSBURGH--The board of directors of PPG Industries yesterday approved the company’s 38th consecutive annual dividend increase, declaring a regular quarterly dividend of 54 cents per share, payable Dec. 11 to shareholders of record Nov. 10. “We are proud to continue PPG's tradition of annual dividend increases, es ... Continue reading
Raser Technologies Announces Additional Extension Agreement with Thermo No. 1 Financing Partners
PROVO, Utah--Raser Technologies, Inc. , an energy technology company, today announced it has signed an additional extension agreement until November 2, 2009, with its financing partners for the Thermo No. 1 plant. This extension will allow the parties time to finalize amendments to the Thermo Financing Agreements. The ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue. Worldwide Nanotechnology Electric Vehicle (EV) Market Shares, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2009 to 2015 http://www.reportlinker.com/p0153913/Worldwide-Nanotechnology-Electric- Vehicle-(EV)-Market-Shares-Strategies-and-Fo ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/337ffc/underthehood_aut) has announced the addition of the "Under-the-hood Automotive Electronic Systems 2009" report to their offering. Global and regional trends for 33 under-the-hood automotive systems covering body, chassis, powertrain, safety ... Continue reading
RRDC to present Young Drivers Symposium at PRI Show Dec. 11
ROAD RACING DRIVERS CLUB FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net ROAD RACING DRIVERS CLUB TO PRESENT YOUNG DRIVERS SYMPOSIUM AT PRI SHOW DEC. 11 Registration on www.rrdc.org opens Oct. 21 HILLIARD, Ohio (Oct. 16, 2009) - The Road Racing Drivers Club (RRDC) wi ... Continue reading
Stoneridge, Inc. To Broadcast Its Third-Quarter 2009 Conference Call on the Web
WARREN, Ohio, Oct. 16 -- Stoneridge, Inc. will broadcast its third-quarter 2009 earnings conference call live over the Internet on Thursday, October 29, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time with President and Chief Executive Officer John Corey and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer George Strickler. This ... Continue reading
Study Finds Differing Long-Term Effects of Hand-Held Cellphone Laws
ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Phoning while driving and texting behind the wheel are in the news. This is the highway safety issue of the moment, the subject of cartoons and, on a more serious side, the focus of legislation. A key question is whether such laws succeed in changing patterns of driver ... Continue reading
ARLINGTON, Va.--Phoning while driving and texting behind the wheel are in the news. This is the highway safety issue of the moment, the subject of cartoons and, on a more serious side, the focus of legislation. A key question is whether such laws succeed in changing patterns of driver cellphone use. Insurance Institute ... Continue reading
Teamsters Launch National Campaign to Fight Bailed-Out Auto Giants' Destruction of Carhaul Industry
Teamsters Leaflet at GM, Chrysler Dealerships Across Country to Protest Cuts WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Teamsters Union is launching a national campaign to fight against the destruction of the carhaul industry by bailed-out auto giants General Motors and Chrysler. The automakers received bailout ... Continue reading
The Wyncrest Group to Build on Success of 'Cash for Clunkers' Program
CHICAGO, Oct. 16 -- The Wyncrest Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets: WNCG), a leader in niche insurance and financial products and services today announced that it has seized the momentum from the successes of the "Cash for Clunkers" program by targeting the extended warranty coverage market for automobiles and trucks. Bill McFa ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Valence Technology, Inc. , an international manufacturer and supplier of lithium iron magnesium phosphate energy storage solutions, will release fiscal 2010 second quarter results after the close of financial markets on Nov. 4, 2009. Company management will then conduct a conference call to discuss finan ... Continue reading
2009 Brazilian Grand Prix - Qualifying
2009 BRAZILIAN GRAND PRIX INTERLAGOS 17 OCTOBER QUALIFYING Brawn GP's Rubens Barrichello took pole position in the rain delayed qualifying session at the Interlagos circuit in Sao Paulo today ahead of his home race, the Brazilian Grand Prix, with team-mate Jenson Button qualifying in 14th position on the grid. Heavy ra ... Continue reading
Dunn Hill 2 Speedway cancelled for 10/17/09 and 10/18/09
To: The Auto Channel Racing Cancelled for 10/17/09and 10/18/09 This weekends races have been cancelled dueto inclement weather and a forecast for more rain and frigid temperaturestonight. A rescheduled date for The King of the Hill will be releasedsometime in the near future. ... Continue reading
Fall Finale at SSP Outback Track Cancelled on Sat. October 17.
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE '09 Fall Finale at SSP Outback Track Cancelled; Will Not be Rescheduled Newberrytown, PA (October 17, 2009) - The Fall Finale at the SSP Outback Track for Saturday night, October 17 has been cancelled due to rain and cold temperatures. The race will not be res ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Saturday from Silver Dollar Raceway, Reynolds, Ga.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - SOUTHEAST DIVISION SILVER DOLLAR RACEWAY, REYNOLDS, GA. Saturday, October 17, 2009 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 REICHERT, FERRO LEAD AT SILVER DOLLAR REYNOLDS, Ga. (October 17, 2009) - In the final rounds of qualifying Bill Reichert and Mickey Ferro g ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandon Stotsenburg, VP of Sales & Marketing Phone: 866-653-5036 pr@mobileawareness.com Mobile Awareness Announces VisionStat Plus Integrated Obstacle Detection Sensor & Video System [CLEVELAND, OH - October 19, 2009] Mobile Awareness, LLC, a provider of leading-edge transportation safety ... Continue reading
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2009 Brazilian Grand Prix - Race
2009 BRAZILIAN GRAND PRIX INTERLAGOS 18 OCTOBER RACE Brawn GP secured the 2009 FIA Formula One Constructors' Championship at the Brazilian Grand Prix in Interlagos today with Jenson Button driving a superb race from 14th position on the grid to a fifth place finish to wrap up the Drivers' Championship with one race of ... Continue reading
Coughlin clinches Top Sportsman title with dramatic victory (NHRA/JEGS) 382KB
Coughlin clinches Top Sportsman title with dramatic victory REYNOLDS, Ga. (October 18) – In one of the most dramatic and pressure-packed races of his long career, Team JEGS driver Mike Coughlin officially put the wraps on his second North Central Division Dart Top Sportsman Series championship following a dramat ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Sunday from Silver Dollar Raceway, Reynolds, Ga.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - SOUTHEAST DIVISION SILVER DOLLAR RACEWAY, REYNOLDS, GA. Sunday, October 18, 2009 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 SHIELDS, DE JORIA WIN; CONNOLLY DOUBLES REYNOLDS, Ga. (October 18, 2009) - In the final results from Silver Dollar Raceway and the NHRA South ... Continue reading
[RealWire] Rolls-Royce Introduces New Ghost To The Middle East
Company: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars (http://www.press.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/) Release summary: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has launched its new model, the Ghost, in the Middle East. It was unveiled in Jeddah in the Kingdom of Saudi-Arabia for the first time in the region. Date of issue: 18th October, 2009 Contact: Frank Tiem ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS--Rolls-Royce North American Technologies, Inc. has achieved a major milestone in the Adaptive Versatile Engine Technology (ADVENT) demonstrator program, and was selected by the U.S. Air Force to proceed with Phase II development. Next steps for this key USAF technology program will include the integration ... Continue reading
The wait is over: Troy Coughlin wins NMCA Pro Street championship (402KB)
The wait is over: Troy Coughlin wins NMCA Pro Street championship MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Oct. 18) -- For nearly three decades, drag racer Troy Coughlin has chased his dream of winning a national title. Sunday at Memphis Motorsports Park, the 45-year-old Coughlin finally realized his goal, taking the top division in the Nation ... Continue reading
Two More Championships for JEGS today
Two More Championships for JEGS today Troy Coughlin won the 2009 NMCA Pro Street Championship by qualifying this weekend at the event held at Memphis Motorsports Park. He is currently still competing and is in the third round at this time. Troy became the second Coughlin to win a Championship so far this season. Mike C ... Continue reading
Daimler Third-Quarter Cash Flow Better Than Market Expectations
- Earnings also better than anticipated STUTTGART, Germany, Oct. 19 -- Daimler AG (stock-exchange abbreviation DAI) today presented its preliminary figures for the third quarter of 2009. Group revenue amounted to euro 19.3 billion, while Group EBIT including adjustments and special items at Freightliner and Fuso amount ... Continue reading
PARIS, October 19 -- Alcan Extruded Products, part of Alcan Engineered Products - a business unit of Rio Tinto - is pleased to announce today that it is supplying all of the aluminium extrusions, sheets and joining elements for the production of 200 new, low floor city buses for the city of Penang, Malaysia. Rapid Pena ... Continue reading
*CONTACT:* Enesta Jones jones.enesta@epa.gov 202-564-7873 202-564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* October 19, 2009 *EPA Joins Vice President Biden and Other Federal Partners to Unveil Recovery Through Retrofit Report * "The report puts EPA's Energy Star program in a central role to boost energy savings for middle class Am ... Continue reading
Related sweepstakes gives away once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to attend the 2009 mtvU Woodie Awards show MADISON, Wis., Oct. 19 -- American Family Insurance has partnered with MTV and Mindshare Entertainment to reach teenagers directly on an issue that can save their lives - the passage they must make from new, inexper ... Continue reading
Ashley Force Hood NHRA Teleconference
MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: A Teleconference to preview the final two championship-deciding races in the 2009 season, the NHRA Las Vegas Nationals (Oct. 29-Nov. 1) and the Auto Club NHRA Finals (Nov. 12-15).WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PTTO JOIN: Dial 1-800-793-6775 and enter 8964 7712WHO: ·    ... Continue reading
BMW M3 Races Out of Bandito Garage
CULVER CITY, Calif.--A new film by Mouse McCoy featuring the BMW M3 may do more than relate to the passion of car fans. If you're an advertising agency or client in the automotive world, you may have dreamed of an extreme production environment, a one-stop shop that refines the process of producing industry-leading con ... Continue reading
Brandon Ward Turns Obstacles Into Opportunities
Brandon Ward Turns Obstacles Into Opportunities By Amanda Earle CONCORD, N.C. (October 19, 2009) -- With the season finale in the USAR Pro Cup Championship Series less than two weeks away and driver Brandon Ward sitting firmly in fourth in the standings, the Winston-Salem, N.C., driver finds himself reflecting on a rac ... Continue reading
Celebrity Mom Niki Taylor Encourages Parents to Talk to Their Teens About Safe Driving
To kick off National Teen Driver Safety Week, Taylor helps raise awareness of the teen driving issue with a new online parent resource BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Oct. 19 -- As part of National Teen Driver Safety Week, supermodel, car crash survivor and mother of two teenagers, Niki Taylor has teamed up with State Farm® to sha ... Continue reading
Delo® 400 LE SAE 10W-30 Demonstrates Fuel Economy Improvements Over 15W-40 Oils
SAN RAMON, Calif.--Chevron’s Delo brand of technologically advanced engine oils, lubricants and coolants, today announced that after extensive laboratory and field testing in heavy-duty engines, its Delo® 400 LE SAE 10W-30 oil has demonstrated an ability to provide fuel economy improvements over the more commonly us ... Continue reading
Dresser Wayne Unveils Ovation LX, a New Addition to Award-Winning Ovation Fuel Dispenser Line
AUSTIN, Texas--Dresser Wayne (www.DresserWayne.com), a global innovator of fuel dispensers and technologies, today unveiled a new addition to the award-winning Ovation® dispenser line, the Ovation LX. A new look and more intuitive user interface are complemented by clutter-free side drape hoses and fast fueling rates. ... Continue reading
Ford Searches For Outstanding Individuals Within the Community; Set to Award 2010 Taurus
- Ford recently announced the launch of the "Taurus Top Ten" - a competition designed to shine a spotlight on individuals that are not only on top in their respective fields, but who also make a difference in the communities around them - Potential candidates are encouraged to submit an essay or video to www.fordurban. ... Continue reading
HARBIN, China, Oct. 19 /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 Harbin Tech Full Electric Co. Ltd. ("Harbin Tech Full"), a wholl ... Continue reading
Kenworth Introduces Versatile Kenworth T440 Model
KIRKLAND, Wash.--Kenworth Truck Company today announced the introduction of the Kenworth T440 model in tractor and truck configurations for regional haul, city pickup and delivery, municipal and vocational applications. “Kenworth is aggressively expanding its product line to bring Kenworth’s World’s Best quality, ... Continue reading
Liberty Mutual Teen Driving Website Offers New Family Communication Tools to Promote Driving Safety
Visit www.LibertyMutualTeenDriving.com During National Teen Driver Safety Week to Start the Responsible Driving Conversation BOSTON, Oct. 19 -- Helping teens maintain safe driving habits starts at home with open communication between parents and young drivers. According to past Liberty Mutual/SADD research, teens of pa ... Continue reading
Media Release: DuPont Performance Coatings Names DuPont Performance Services Leadership Team
DuPont Performance Coatings Names DuPont Performance Services Leadership Team WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 19, 2009 – DuPont today named Steve Aitken and Steve Trapp to two key positions within the company’s newly formed, value-added services offering, DuPont Performance Services. Aitken, named collision servic ... Continue reading
Media Release: Legends, Industry leaders praise Highcroft's title win
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Media Release: Legends, Industry leaders praise Highcroft's title win
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Navistar Reaches Tentative Settlement with SEC over Restatement of 2002-2005 Financial Results
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--Navistar International Corporation announced today that it has reached a tentative settlement of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s investigation into the company’s December 2007 restatement of its financial results for 2002 through the first three quarters of 2005 that will fully resolve t ... Continue reading
New Jersey's PDA Pele Youth Soccer Team Wins the Inaugural Volkswagen Junior Masters U.S. Finals
Soccer Champs Will Represent United States At the Volkswagen Junior Masters World Finals in South Africa, May 2010 Fox Soccer Channel to Highlight Thrills from U.S. Finals with Special Documentary HERNDON, Va., Oct. 19 -- After a weekend full of tough matches, cold winds, and heavy rains, New Jersey's PDA Pele U12 boys ... Continue reading
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--The results are in for Keynote® Systems’ Q3 2009 Insurance Carrier Scorecard, and once again progressive.com has been named best the Web site for buying and owning car insurance. Progressive has held the top spot on 14 of the last 15 scorecards published since 2000. The Insurance Carrier Scor ... Continue reading
Protective Acquires the Prizm Group Service Contract Business
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--Protective Life Insurance Company (“Protective”) confirmed today that on October 1, 2009 it acquired the service contract business of Prizm Group, Inc. (“Prizm”), located in Denver, Colorado. Protective, through its Asset Protection Division, is a leader in underwriting, administering and mark ... Continue reading
PARIS, October 19 -- Alcan Produits Profilés, une division d'Alcan Engineered Products ( Groupe Rio Tinto) annonce aujourd'hui qu'il fournira tous les profilés, tôles et éléments d'assemblage en aluminium pour la production de 200 nouveaux bus surbaissés pour Rapid Penang, qui devient ainsi la première société ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 19 -- Riley Performance Motorcars is proud to announce that the first Shelby GT500SE built by the team was showcased and sold at the Barrett Jackson, Las Vegas Auction for $330,000.00. The superior build quality and incredible paint job propelled this amazing Shelby to this impressive auction price. Car ... Continue reading
San Francisco 2010 MICHELIN Guide Celebrates With More Choices, New Categories and Expanded Coverage
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 19 -- Travelers seeking an enjoyable experience along their journey have counted on the MICHELIN Guide for its trusted recommendations for the past century. And for the past four years, San Francisco-based MICHELIN Guide inspectors have been dining and rating local restaurants and presenting the hig ... Continue reading
Van Hool's New Hybrid Electric Bus With UTC Power Fuel Cell System Wins Award at Busworld Europe
LIER, Belgium, and SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn., Oct. 19 -- Belgian bus manufacturer Van Hool and fuel cell company UTC Power announced that their new-generation 40-foot (12 m) fuel cell hybrid electric bus won the Grand Environment Award at its debut at Busworld Europe Kortrijk 2009. The event opened Oct. 16 and ends Oct. 21. ... Continue reading
Victory Interview with Kyle Busch from NASCAR Nationwide Series at LMS
@Nationwidenns will be at Memphis Motorsports Park in Memphis Friday and Saturday. Attached is the audio file of the interview with race champ Kyle Busch along with a transcript and a link to all the pictures we shot this weekend http://www.flickr.com/photos/nationwide/sets/72157622618493598/ Nancy Smeltzer Nationwide ... Continue reading
Yamaha OHV Access Initiative Tops $1 Million in GRANTs for Safe, Responsible OHV Access
OHV Enthusiasts Nationwide Benefit from More Than 100 Yamaha GRANTs in 21 Months CYPRESS, Calif., Oct. 19 -- Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., through its OHV Access Initiative, has provided more than $1 million in critical funding into OHV projects across the country. In less than two years, more than 100 Yamaha GRANTs (Gua ... Continue reading
10.19 BAIC employee accused of trade theft on leave in US
BAIC employee accused of trade theft on leave in US http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012595/BAIC-employee-accused-of-t rade- theft-on-leave-in-US.html Shanghai, October 19 (Gasgoo.com) A Chinese national employed by Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Corp (BAIC) has been accused of stealing trade secrets from For ... Continue reading
10.19 Beijing Hyundai to expand green taxi fleets
Beijing Hyundai to expand green taxi fleets http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012586/Beijing-Hyundai-to-expand- green -taxi-fleets.html Shanghai, October 19 (Gasgoo.com) Beijing Hyundai Motor Co, a joint venture in China between Hyundai Motor Co and Beijing Automotive Industry Holdings Co, said it would develop gre ... Continue reading
ATX Extends Telematics Partnership With Premium Automaker
DALLAS, October 19 -- - Decade of experience serves as catalyst for customized services ATX Group, a leading provider of customized connected vehicle (or telematics) services to global automobile manufacturers, announced today a new multi-year agreement to continue providing services to BMW vehicles in North America. " ... Continue reading
Eaton Reports Third Quarter Earnings Per Share of $1.14
CLEVELAND--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today announced net income per share of $1.14 for the third quarter of 2009, a decrease of 39 percent from net income per share of $1.87 in the third quarter of 2008. Sales in the quarter were $3.0 billion, 26 percent below the same period in 2008. Net in ... Continue reading
AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 19 -- -- Reported net loss of $7.9 million for quarter; net earnings of $5.4 million excluding unusual items -- Gross margin reaches 16.3% for the quarter compared with 12.1% last year -- North America approaches break-even for the quarter in spite of lower volumes -- Cash on hand exceeds $228 million ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group to Announce Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results
TULSA, Okla., Oct. 19 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. will announce third quarter 2009 financial results after the market closes on Monday, October 26, 2009. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020412/DTGLOGO) A conference call to review the Company's third quarter 2009 results will be held at 8:00 a. ... Continue reading
Leading Class 1 Rail Operator Extends Relationship With Wireless Matrix
HERNDON, Va.--Wireless Matrix (TSX:WRX) announced today that it has extended its relationship with a long-time rail industry customer to provide multi-mode communications across the company’s locomotive fleet. The agreement, which extends the relationship between the companies through September 2011, provides for int ... Continue reading
Mitchell to Unveil Industry's First Shop Workspace at NACE
Dear Sir or Madam, Good morning. Please find below Mitchell's pre-NACE announcement of "RepairCenter." If you are attending NACE, please note that Mitchell will hold a press conference to mark the market launch of RepairCenter on Thursday, November 5, 1:00 to 1:45 p.m. at the NACE Media Center (South Pacific J located ... Continue reading
Moving towards a Green Future – SANYO Switches to EDI On-Demand from Crossgate
ATLANTA--Crossgate, Inc. announces that SANYO Component Europe GmbH, the leading supplier of industrial batteries for hybrid vehicles and other electronic automotive components, is switching its communications with business partners to the on-demand EDI service from Crossgate. Fully in line with its green "Think GAIA" ... Continue reading
Ray Melleady to Lead Neopart's Growing Parts Management Services Group
HONEY BROOK, Pa. Oct. 19 -- Neopart LLC, a national leader in transit parts distribution, announced the appointment of Ray Melleady as Vice President of its Parts Management Services group. Melleady joins Neopart from the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) in Albany, NY where he served as Executive Direct ... Continue reading
STAR 2009 Implementation Award Winners
MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail (STAR), a global information technology (IT) standards body for retail automotive and related industries, today announced award recipients based on STAR Implementation Survey results. These awards are granted annually by STAR. ... Continue reading
PHILADELPHIA--VINtek (www.vintek.com), a provider of automotive collateral management services and direct auto finance solutions for banks, credit unions and other automotive finance lenders, announced that after providing electronic lien and title (ELT) services in California for seven years, it has assisted with the ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--VT Group U.S., an industry leader in the delivery of customer-critical services to government agencies and U.S. arm of U.K.-based VT Group plc (VTG.L), has been awarded a contract to provide logistics analyses, maintain and update logistics information management systems and provide logistics support relate ... Continue reading
Frost & Sullivan to Host Analyst Briefing on Green Telematics on 27 October at 3:00pm GMT. LONDON, Oct. 19 -- Emissions from new vehicles have fallen more than 13 per cent in the past decade and most CO2 emissions today are produced by aging car fleets. Because, any strategy to reduce emissions cannot focus on new vehi ... Continue reading
Boosters especially effective in side impact crashes PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A study released today in Pediatrics by The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia offers updated evidence that children ages 4 to 8 who are restrained in the rear seat of a car in a belt-positioning booster seat are 45 p ... Continue reading
2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT Review
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT Engine: 3.6-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 304 hp @ 6400 rpm/273 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with Tap shift Wheelbase: 112.3 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.4 x 75.5 x 54.2 in. Tires: P2435/45ZR20 (F)/P275/40ZR20 (R) Cargo vol ... Continue reading
2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid Review
SEE ALSO: Mercury Build, Price and Compare-Mercury Buyers Guide DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid When you think "hybrid", Ford Motor Company is probably not the first manufacturer that you think of. Which is unfortunate, because Ford's gasoline-electric hybrid technology is every bit as a ... Continue reading
Napoleon, OH: October 16, 2009, 2009; Douglas Pelmear, the inventor of the 110 MPG HP2g engine, has been asked by the Specialty Equipment Manufacturerâs Association (SEMA) to speak at the Associationâs annual convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, on November 3rd. It is expected that Pelmear will reveal the basic t ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--The Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE, a multimillion dollar competition to inspire a new generation of viable, super fuel-efficient vehicles, today announced the 43 teamsâ representing 18 states, 10 countries and 6 fuel types, that have passed the competitionâs Design Judging phase and will ... Continue reading
17 Million Natural Gas Vehicles Will Be on the Road by 2015, Forecasts Pike Research
BOULDER, Colo.--Natural gas vehicles (NGVs) have been in the marketplace for a long time, but despite technology advances and the ready availability of natural gas, it is still not widely accepted as a transportation fuel in many parts of the world. However, according to a new report from Pike Research, the NGV sector ... Continue reading
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2010 Scion xB If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Scion is feeling pretty flattered. Once alone as the only quirky Oriental box, its xB has recently gotten rather blatant competition. But no worries for Scion, as the second-generation xB more than holds its own against ... Continue reading
The British are Coming! Autoglym Line of Car Care Products Headed Across the Pond
Autoglym, a British line of high quality automotive care products that will be launched at SEMA Show in November. During the show we will host a special event for media as well as a series of roundtable interviews with Autoglym executives. I will be sending information on that in the next couple of weeks, so please sta ... Continue reading
The 80th Geneva International Motor Show: Everyone is Coming!
All of the major manufacturers have already confirmed their participation at the 2010 Geneva International Motor Show. The poster for the 80th Show, inspired by motion and light, has been created by the Atelier Pfund. ... Continue reading
Driving Enthusiasts Polish Their Skills at Launch of Youdrive@Porsche Course
On Saturday 10 October, a group of 70 drivers and their partners arrived at Silverstone to put themselves and their own cars to the test at the bespoke Porsche Experience Centre facility for the launch of the first YouDrive@Porsche course offered by Porsche Cars GB. ... Continue reading
New Audi A3 Automatics Pioneer Start-Stop
Audi, Audi A3, Automatic versions ... Continue reading
The New Seat Leon Cupra R - A Paradigm of Power and Sportiness
After making its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the Leon CUPRA R is now on sale amid a great deal of expectation. Equipped with a 265 hp engine, the new model is the brand's most powerful car to date, and has definitely earned a special chapter in SEAT's history books ... Continue reading
First Image of New Kia Cadenza Saloon Released
Kia Motors Corporation has taken the wraps off its new Cadenza, the production version of its VG concept car - an all-new saloon car designed to deliver refinement, safety and emotional satisfaction in an 'ideal' driving package. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Powers Up to Save Fuel
Hyundai Team R is entering the Global Green Challenge 2009 event with two new 2010 Santa Fe 7 seat SUVs. ... Continue reading
Jaguar's New XJ Supercharged Neiman Marcus Edition Sells Out
It took just four hours and four minutes for Jaguar to sell all 50 of its special edition 2010 XJ Supercharged Neiman Marcus cars that were offered exclusively through the retailer's Christmas Book. Jaguar produced only 50 of the 2010 Jaguar XJ Supercharged Neiman Marcus Edition vehicles and was the third Jaguar to hav ... Continue reading
Subaru Outback Wins Top U.S. Award
The new generation Subaru Outback has been named Sport/Utility of the Year by influential United States automotive magazine, MOTOR TREND. ... Continue reading
The Peugeot Partner Tepee Just Got Greener
Peugeot's class leading family compact MPV the Partner Tepee is now available with a new Euro 5 petrol engine making it more fuel efficient and "greener". ... Continue reading
Yeti Spotter Drives Away With Prize Skoda in UK
A mother of three from Walsall is now the proud owner of a new Skoda Yeti after scooping the car as the main prize in a nationwide competition. Thousands of people across the UK followed the trail of the Yeti as part of its launch marketing campaign this summer and lucky Yeti spotter Marie Hitchen is now driving away i ... Continue reading
Lord Mandelson Visits MINI Plant to See Two New Models
Business Secretary Lord Mandelson today visited MINI Plant Oxford to see two recently-unveiled concept cars - the MINI Coupe and the MINI Roadster. Both have been confirmed fo r production at the facility where they will join the three current core models - Hatchback, Convertible and Clubman. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Vans Overtake Rivals for Fifth Consecutive Month in UK
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has increased its market share and improved from having the UK's third to the second best-selling van range (up to 7.4 tonnes) in the last five consecutive months from May to September. ... Continue reading
Jack Bobridge, gold medal winner in the under-23 time trial at the recent UCI World Road Cycling Championships in Switzerland, has joined the Skoda Team. ... Continue reading
New Queensland Home for Lotus in Australia
Lotus Cars has officially found its new Brisbane home, teaming with the long established and well respected Euromarque, to form the new dealer known as Lotus Brisbane ... Continue reading
Pininfarina S.p.A. and IAI - Innovation in Auto Industry S.p.A., a company wholly owned by the Rossignolo Family whose Chairman of the Board of Directors is Gian Mario Rossignolo (IAI), signed today a preliminary contract for the sale of certain business operations (the Contract). Pininfarina S.p.A. also received from ... Continue reading
DALLAS, Oct. 18 -- -- 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor captures the "2009 Truck of Texas" title, named by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA), the seventh consecutive award for Ford -- Ford Work Solutions productivity technology developed for commercial fleet customers named "Outstanding Feature" -- Ford trucks also wi ... Continue reading
Even Oil Rich Iran Recognizes the Importance and Potential of CNG
Ironically, the leader of the Axis of Evil looks to the very same abundant national fuel source for economic stability and environmental improvement that America continues to shun By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL For years, some of us in California have laughed whenever we see trucks ... Continue reading
There are hundreds of aftermarket companies building and selling E85 Flex-fuel conversion kits for many of the U.S.âs 192 million EFI equipped cars and trucks, that if converted to run on Ethanol would save American drivers billions of dollars each year and stop our support of the Oil Cartel that has been strangli ... Continue reading
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