Friday, November 12, 2010

Aston Martin Unveils New V8 Vantage N420 - GREAT HD VIDEO

New Special Edition, motorsport-inspired V8 Vantage Standard equipment includes Sports Pack suspension and new sports exhaust system • 27kg weight saving over standard car • New distinctive Aston Martin ‘Race Collection’ paint schemes available as an option LONDON - November 12, 2010: Aston Martin h ... Continue reading

Nissan Issues Voluntary Safety Recall on Frontier, Xterra and Sentra Models

FRANKLIN, TN - November 12, 2010: Nissan North America (NNA) today announced a voluntary safety recall campaign to replace the lower steering column joint and shaft on Frontier and Xterra vehicles and the positive battery cable terminal on Sentra vehicles in several markets in North and South America and Africa. No acc ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Golf Blue-E-Motion to Be Driven for First Time In U.S. as Part of Los Angeles Auto Show

Volkswagen's Popular Golf Goes Electric; Zero-Emission Golf blue-e-motion available in 2013 HERNDON, VA - November 12, 2010: Next week during the Los Angeles Auto Show, Volkswagen of America, Inc. will offer U.S. media their first chance to get behind the wheel of the Golf blue-e-motion zero-emissions electric vehicle. ... Continue reading

Porsche at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show - VIDEO ENHANCED

World premiere and news for enthusiastic US customers STUTTGART - November 12, 2010: Porsche will present a world premiere and two US premieres at the Los Angeles Auto Show. A mid-engine sports car which will be unveiled during a press conference at 10:55 a.m. on November 17 is right in the spotlight. The world premier ... Continue reading

New Incarnation of Legendary Allard J2X to Launch in UK and Europe

NEW INCARNATION OF LEGENDARY ALLARD J2X TO LAUNCH IN UK & EUROPE Legendary Allard J2X to live again in Europe as a modern, bespoke sports car The Allard name will once again be seen on European roads, with the announcement that the Canadian-built Allard J2X MK II will be distributed across the continent by UK-based Pre ... Continue reading

New Destinations For 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur - VIDEO ENHANCED

The Continental Flying Spur and its sporting stablemate the 200mph (322km/h) Flying Spur Speed are the most successful four-door Grand Tourers in Bentley's history and among the best-selling ultra-luxury saloons in the world. ... Continue reading

Toyota Speedway At Irwindale - CANIDAE CALIFORNIA CLASSIC Presented by MASTERCRAFT

Irwindale, November 12, 2010: “We’re very proud to announce an important name change for our Thanksgiving weekend Lucas Oil California Classic stock car race on November 27. Canidae Natural Pet Foods and MasterCraft Safety are now part of the official name of this new and exciting post-season event,” sai ... Continue reading

Mercedes/Petronas GP Practice - Abu Dhabi

The Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi hosts the final race this weekend as the 2010 season comes to a close. With the race held in twilight conditions with a 17:00hrs start time, today's practice sessions began in the early and late afternoon with the floodlights coming on around the circuit as darkness set in during the ... Continue reading

Gates Corporation Supports Top Contenders in the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series Finals

Denver, November 12, 2010: Gates Corporation, a leading manufacturer of industrial and automotive products, will supply high-performance synchronous belts to drivers and crews competing in the National Hot Rod Association’s Full Throttle Drag Racing Series world championship finals, held November 11-14 in Pomona, ... Continue reading

Memo Gidley Signs with P1 Groupe

Altamonte Springs, November 12, 2010: P1 Groupe, the premier motorsports management company announces that it has been retained by GRAND-AM star Memo Gidley for all of his management needs including marketing, branding, and overall management. Gidley has wowed racing fans across the world since starting his professiona ... Continue reading

USF2000 Revises 2011 Schedule

PALMETTO, Nov. 12, 2010: Officials of the “Cooper Tires Presents the USF2000 National Championship Powered by Mazda” announced today that they have removed a July 30-31 doubleheader at the Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, Ill. from the series’ 2011 schedule. Dan Andersen, the series’ promoter, said ... Continue reading

Robby Gordon Phoenix Preview

Charlotte, November 12, 2010: The No. 7 Polaris Toyota Camry speeds into Phoenix International Raceway this weekend with three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series winner, Robby Gordon, behind the wheel. Welcome Back Polaris – Robby Gordon and the No. 7 team will welcome Polaris back to the hood of their Toyota Camry. Po ... Continue reading

Busy Week For ARCA Champion Patrick Sheltra

INDIANTOWN, November 13, 2010: It’s been a hectic week for 2010 ARCA Racing Series presented by RE/MAX and Menards champion Patrick Sheltra. The 24-year old traveled from his Mooresville, North Carolina shop on Monday to his hometown of Indiantown, Florida to participate in a number of public appearances in honor ... Continue reading

Last Chance to Own a Piece of History

Charlotte, Nov. 12, 2010: Carl Edwards winning his 50th NASCAR career victory this past weekend in Texas has only been a part of the memorable wins that he has gathered so far this season. From his win at Gateway International Raceway to the inaugural win at Road America, Edwards has been busy working hard on and off o ... Continue reading

Callcap's Daly Tests Indy Lights With Andretti Autosports

Indianapolis, November 11, 2010: Conor Daly spent the day, Wednesday November 10th, at Putnam Park road course behind the wheel of an Andretti Autosport prepared Indy Lights car. "Although it was a late decision", said JF Thorman, Managing Director, Andretti Autosport, "after a mighty impressive 2010 season in Star Maz ... Continue reading

JEGS Recognized By Community Group As Beautiful Business

DELAWARE, Nov. 11, 2010: JEGS Mail Order, a worldwide leader in the high performance parts business, was recognized by the Greater Linden Development Corporation with its "Beautiful Business Award -- Large Business Category" Tuesday night during the seventh annual Linden Awards and Gratitude Celebration in downtown Col ... Continue reading

Leaders From Around The Motorsports Industry To Headline PRI Industry Roundtable

LAGUNA BEACH, Nov. 11, 2010: Leaders from around the world of motorsports in a variety of facets will convene to discuss and provide insight to the challenges and changing trends of the sport at the PRI Trade Show Industry Roundtable, Wed., December 8 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. The annual Indust ... Continue reading

More Improvements For 2011 Season At MIS

<b>Construction begins to improve Michigan International Speedway’s scoreboard for next season</b> BROOKLYN, Nov. 11, 2010: A number of enhancements to Michigan International Speedway’s LED scoreboard will begin this week, continuing the track’s firm commitment to give fans the very best race experience ... Continue reading

Stronghold Motorsports Presents Off Road Night With The Ontario Reign; Event Benefits Loma Linda Children's Hospital

Riverside, November 11, 2010: Continuing their efforts in promoting Racing for the Cause to benefit Loma Linda Children’s Hospital, Stronghold Motorsports will host Off Road Night with the Ontario Reign hockey team at the Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, California. The event, to be held on December 1st, 2 ... Continue reading

Peugeot RCZ Powers Beyond 'Used Car Price Predictions'

At its inaugural appearance on the used car auction circuit, Peugeot's award-winning RCZ sports coupe has eased past predicted used prices to achieve an average of 92% of MRRP. ... Continue reading

Tata Motors Vista EVX Wins Small Passenger EV Categories At Rac Future Car Challenge

The Tata Indica Vista EVX, developed by Tata Motors'UK subsidiary, Tata Motors European Technical Centre (TMETC) engineers, bagged the Most Economic Small Passenger EV and the Most Economical & Environment Friendly Small Passenger EV under the Small Passenger EV Category at the inaugural RAC (Royal Automobile Club) Bri ... Continue reading

Mazda: Driving Enjoyment Begins With A Click

Whether working out the exact appearance and specification of their next car, or merely passing time in a 'new car' daydream, Mazda UK's new online Car Configurator gives customers the chance to create their perfect Mazda vehicle. Mazda is also one of the only manufacturers to include a finance calculator in its Car Co ... Continue reading

Skoda UK Signs Andreas Mikkelsen For 2011 IRC

Skoda UK Motorsport is delighted to announce that Andreas Mikkelsen will drive for the team in 2011, contesting the Intercontinental Rally Challenge (IRC) in a Fabia S2000 Facelift. The 21-year old Norwegian driver will be co-driven by Ola Fløene. ... Continue reading

Mike Simcoe Appointed Executive Director GMIO Design

Mike Simcoe has been named Executive Director General Motors International Operations (GMIO) Design, effective January 1, 2011. ... Continue reading

New Audi Centre Consolidates E-Mobility Efforts

Audi commissioned a new development and testing centre for electric drive systems at its Ingolstadt site this week-providing the company with an ideal environment for the development of hybrid and electric systems. ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Golf Blue-e-motion Wins 1st Future Car Challenge

A Volkswagen Golf blue-e-motion prototype electric car is the overall winner of the inaugural Future Car Challenge. The car also won its category, Most Economic and Environment Friendly Regular Passenger EV. ... Continue reading

New Destinations For 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur

The Continental Flying Spur and its sporting stablemate the 200mph (322km/h) Flying Spur Speed are the most successful four-door Grand Tourers in Bentley's history and among the best-selling ultra-luxury saloons in the world. ... Continue reading

SsangYong Utes Proving Oresome In The Pilbara Mining Industry

Ssangyong's Actyon Sports Dual Cab ute is winning hearts and minds in the mining industry in the rugged Pilbara of Western Australia, slowly breaking the stranglehold Japanese 4WDs have long held in the industry. ... Continue reading

Frontier Services 'Torques Tough' As Charity Partner Of The 2010 Classic Outback Trial

Frontier Services is again proud to announce its participation as charity partner of the '2010 Classic Outback Trial'. ... Continue reading

THINK City - Most Versatile EV in the World - VIDEO ENHANCED

THINK CITY - THE MOST VERSATILE ELECTRIC VEHICLE IN THE WORLD Currently World's Best Selling Electric Car, THINK City Used As an Ambulance, Race Car and Taxi Among Other Applications OSLO, Norway (November 11, 2010) - As electric vehicles increase in popularity, many are finding that the cars can be used for more than ... Continue reading

New Chevrolet Cruze Eco Achieves Segment-Leading 42 mpg on the Highway

The official fuel economy numbers for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco are in and they're good. Segment-leading good. It delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with equally impressive city fuel economy of 28 mpg. ... Continue reading

2011 Nissan Leaf Zero Emission Electric Vehicle

2011 NISSAN ZERO EMISSION ALL ELECTRIC LEAF By Bruce and Brad Hubbard Auto Advisor Group Nissan unveiled the all electric Zero emission LEAF August 2, 2009. A lot different than the first electric vehicle they introduced in 1947. The ZERO emission all electric LEAF vehicle is well equipped. The 5 door hatchback has eno ... Continue reading

The Dodge Brand Hits the Road With the New 2011 Dodge Charger R/T and Dodge Challenger SRT8 392

Nov. 11 Cross-country tour will visit auto enthusiast gatherings from Michigan to California The Dodge brand is bringing two of its most popular muscle cars to auto enthusiasts and Dodge fans across the country as the brand kicks off a multi-state tour with the new 2011 Dodge Charger R/T and the new 2011 Dodge Challeng ... Continue reading

2011 Honda Accord Sedan Earns Best-Possible 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score in More-Stringent Assessment Program

TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 11, 2010 TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 11, 2010 -- The 2011 Honda Accord Sedan has earned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) best-possible Overall Vehicle Score(1) of five stars, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. Helping the Accord achieve the top score were fi ... Continue reading