TORRANCE, Calif., May 10, 2011 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS) today celebrated the opening of the first hydrogen fueling station in the U.S. fed directly from an active industrial hydrogen pipeline. The station is a collaborative effort between Toyota, Air Products, Shell, South Coast Air Quality Management ... Continue reading
SAE International Publishes Book on Braking Technology
WARRENDALE, Pa., May 10, 2011 SAE International recently published "Brake NVH: Testing and Measurements," which covers the current trends and developments in brake engineering. "Brake NVH: Testing and Measurements" a book by Dr. James K. Thompson, provides readers with a fundamental understanding of current practices f ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., May 10, 2011 -- 2011 Lincoln MKX two-row premium utility has earned a "Top Safety Pick" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) when built after February 2011 All the latest 2011 Lincoln car and premium utility models are now rated IIHS "Top Safety Picks;" this includes the Lincol ... Continue reading
GM to Invest $2 Billion in U.S. Plants, Adding 4,000 Jobs
TOLEDO, Ohio, May 10, 2011 -- General Motors Co. announced Tuesday it will invest about $2 billion in U.S. assembly and component plants, creating or preserving more than 4,000 jobs at 17 facilities in eight states. "We are doing this because we are confident about demand for our vehicles and the economy," GM Chairman ... Continue reading
Long Island Car Nut Home -11 Car Garage and House
Long Island Car Nut Home -11 Car Garage and House, Truly one of a kind featuring an 11 CAR GARAGE and living space of approximately 6800 sq. ft. This private estate is located at the end of a paved 660+ ft. long, winding driveway. It is beautifully landscaped with mature specimen trees and shrubs. ... Continue reading
RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 10, 2011 -- Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, today announced a new combined torque and angle sensor designed for Electric Power Assisted Steering Applications (EPAS) and other automotive systems. The new combined sensor provides torque and steering angle ... Continue reading
ILMC Team News - Level 5 Motorsports Bitten By Cruel Luck At Spa - VIDEO ENHANCED
Spa Francorchamps, May 10, 2011: What was shaping up to be a productive outing at the historic Spa-Francorchamps circuit came to a dramatic end for Level 5 Motorsports in Saturdayâs 1000km of Spa. The second round of the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup saw the Scott Tucker-owned organization make steady gains through ... Continue reading
2011 Jeep Patriot Review and Roadtest
2011 Jeep Patriot A Compact SUV for Urban Living Relevant Connection: 2011 Jeep Patriot Specs, Prices and Comparisons/b> By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel My initial reaction upon getting settled behind the wheel of the Jeep Patriot that I was about to spend a week with was that itâs a ... Continue reading
NASCAR Sprint Cup Team News - JR Motorsports Honors U.S. Armed Forces
MOORESVILLE, May 10, 2011: On Sept. 11, 2001, our country awakened to an unfathomable reality that tugged at the core of its values. Nearly a decade later, the resolve and relentlessness of the United States Armed Forces took back some of what was lost that day, and while the war on terror continues, so too does the un ... Continue reading
Automotive M&A Activity Poised for Growth in 2011, According to PwC
DETROIT, May 10, 2011 -- Automotive mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in 2010 was driven by strategic buyers focused on strengthening business units following the global financial crisis, according to a new PwC publication Automotive M&A Insights: Driving Value. While global automotive deal volumes remained stead ... Continue reading
NHRA Team News - Team JEGS Pre-race Notes For NHRA Southern Nationals
Atlanta, May 10, 2011: The Atlanta event will mark the fourth stop in the ten-event 2011 Get Screened America Pro Mod Series. Troy Coughlin will once again be in action with a turbocharged JEGS.com Pontiac GTO. At the most recent event, the OâReilly Spring Nationals at Royal Purple Raceway in Houston, Troy qualifi ... Continue reading
IndyCar Event News - Ontario Honda Dealers Offer Free Admission
TORONTO, May 10, 2011: To help racing fans and those new to the sport enjoy the speed, sound and excitement of IndyCar racing, the Ontario Honda Dealers Association (OHDA) will underwrite the cost of admission for everyone to the opening day of racing at the 2011 Honda Indy Toronto, Friday, July 8 . This is the second ... Continue reading
Dana Breaks Ground on Technical Center in China
WUXI, Jiangsu, China, May 10, 2011 WUXI, Jiangsu, China, May 10, 2011 -- Company's 14th global technical center to open in Wuxi, Jiangsu, China Manufacturer builds on 20 years of success in Chinese market New 130,000 square-foot facility to employ 200 Opening expected late this year (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/ ... Continue reading
NASCAR Sprint Cup Team News - Dover Might Not Be Toughest Task For Gordon
DOVER, May 10, 2011: Four-time Dover International Speedway winner Jeff Gordon does not know which will be the toughest assignment he will face this week - racing against 42 of the best drivers at the always tough Monster Mile, or keeping the attention of a group of three and four-year olds. Ella's dad began this week ... Continue reading
ATLANTA, May 10, 2011 -- In a positive sign for the U.S. economy, automobile lending continues to increase with average loan amounts generated through auto finance companies up 88 percent over 2009 levels -- according to Equifax's National Credit Trends Report for March 2011. (Logo: Â http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, May 10, 2011 -- Who: The Mobile Marketing Association (MMA), the premier global non-profit trade association established to lead the growth of mobile marketing, is hosting a webinar that focuses on how automobile companies can incorporate mobile into their overall marketing strategy. Sponsored by Microsoft, t ... Continue reading
NASCAR Sprint Cup News - Busch And Harvick Fined After Darlington - VIDEO ENHANCED
DAYTONA BEACH, May 10, 2011: NASCAR has penalized NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick as a result of rules infractions committed at last weekendâs event at Darlington Raceway. Busch, driver of the No. 18 car, and Harvick, driver of the No. 29 car, have each been fined $25,000 and placed o ... Continue reading
Interest in OnStar FMV Retail Mirror Surges
DETROIT, May 10, 2011 -- With the consumer launch of OnStar's new retail product, OnStar FMV (For My Vehicle), this summer, excitement is growing surrounding the expanded availability of the telematics service for more than 90 million vehicles on the road. OnStar FMV is a rearview mirror that delivers the core features ... Continue reading
2011 SAE Foundation Banquet Slated for May 12 - Four to be Honored With Leadership Awards
WARRENDALE, Pa., May 10, 2011 The SAE Foundation will hold its annual banquet on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at The Fillmore Detroit. Proceeds from the banquet support the interactive science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational programs of the SAE Foundation. With these exciting and challenging elementary ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venue News - Something For Everyone At IMS
INDIANAPOLIS, May 10, 2011: The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the place to be this month for anyone crazy about cars of all shapes, sizes and eras. IMS will play host to an unprecedented series of unique, one-of-a-kind events providing fans an extraordinary opportunity to learn about and cherish great automobiles as t ... Continue reading
GM Statement on Passing of Former Chairman and CEO Robert C. Stempel
DETROIT, May 10, 2011 -- "The General Motors family mourns the passing of Bob Stempel, who admirably led the company during very difficult times in the early 1990s. Bob was a very popular chairman with employees, and his many accomplishments as a visionary engineer included leading the development of the catalytic conv ... Continue reading
Dow Automotive Systems Joins Diesel Technology Forum
WASHINGTON, May 10, 2011 "Dow Automotive System's success in increasing energy efficiency in automobiles and large commercial trucks while also reducing exhaust emissions has contributed significantly to the growing improvements in today's clean diesel technology." - Allen Schaeffer, DTF Executive Director WASHINGTON, ... Continue reading
CANTON, Mich.--Rising interest in electric vehicles and solar power has sparked a Michigan manufacturerââ¬â¢s development of solar-powered charging stations for cars, bikes, scooters, carts and motorcycles. Duo-Gard Industries Inc. today announced its new line of solar stations, including standard and custom ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/512682/electric_vehicle_c) has announced the addition of the "Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure" report to their offering. This is the first and only report to analyse all forms of electric flying vehicle from robot insects to new solar air ... Continue reading
Polk Launches Web-Based Loyalty Analytics Solution for Automotive Industry
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 10, 2011 -- Polk, the leader in automotive loyalty metrics and insight, has launched a new web-based Loyalty Analytics Tool. The intuitive solution provides automotive OEMs, agencies, and automotive-focused media immediate access to Polk's robust suite of U.S. automotive loyalty information, avai ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., May 10, 2011 -- Ford and The Ohio State University are looking at dandelions in a new way by researching their potential use as a sustainable resource for rubber A milky-white substance that seeps from dandelion roots is used to produce the sustainable rubber. The substance could potentially find its w ... Continue reading
AAA Helps More Motorists Compare Gas Prices with Launch of TripTik Mobile app for Android
ORLANDO, Fla., May 10, 2011 With the summer driving season approaching and gas prices near $4 per gallon, AAA expands mobile offerings to help plan road trips and compare costs ORLANDO, Fla., May 10, 2011 -- In just a few weeks millions of Americans will kick off the summer driving season with a Memorial Day getaway. W ... Continue reading
MIAMI - May 9, 2011: VZillion (VZIL), a social utility and lifestyle technology company, today announced that it has partnered with NASCAR Sprint Cup and 2003 USAC Triple Crown Champion J.J. Yeley. As part of the agreement, VZillion will collaborate with J.J. to integrate his voice, his brand and his sponsors into the ... Continue reading
NHRA Team News - Team JEGS Pre-race Notes For JEGS NHRA Pacific SPORTSnationals
Fontana, May 9, 2011: The defending event champions at the 2010 JEGS NHRA Pacific SPORTSnationals are Alan Ellis (Comp), Ryan McClanahan (Super Stock), John Schloe (Stock), Andrew Madrid (Super Comp), Dana Keniry (Super Gas), Nik Downing (Super Street), Kevin Kleineweber (Top Sportsman), Tony Jardina (Top Dragster), an ... Continue reading
Motorsports Brand News - Roush Fenway Racing Revamps Website To Focus On Sponsorships
CONCORD, May 9, 2011: The worldâs largest motorsports organization â Roush Fenway Racing â has launched new sections to its website www.RoushFenway.com, providing a more comprehensive sponsorship focus for attracting business partners to its blue-chip portfolio. The Roush Fenway website is exclusive and ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venue News - Delaware General Assembly Declares May 15, 2011 Jimmie Johnson Day
DOVER, May 9, 2011: Though he is a native of El Cajon, Calif., and currently lives in Charlotte, it appears as if Jimmie Johnson has found himself yet another home here in the First State. Based on his extensive success at Delawareâs NASCAR track, Dover International Speedway, as well as the charitable work done n ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venue News - Current Indy 500 Entry List - PDF ENHANCED
Attached is the current entry list for the 100th Anniversary Indianapolis 500, in Word and PDF format, reflecting recent driver and sponsor changes. An updated list will be provided before Indianapolis Star Opening Day on Saturday, May 14 if needed. ... Continue reading
Be Safe: The Drive Towards a Crash-Free Future
IPSWICH, England, May 10, 2011 -- - Driver Safety Technology a Key Factor in Helping Prevent Road Traffic Accidents Driver safety technology is a key factor in preventing accidents and creating a crash-free future for drivers, says Andy Yeoman, managing director of Trimble Mobile Resource Management (MRM) in Europe, a ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Grows January - April Deliveries by 11.2 percent to 1.66 Million Vehicles
WOLFSBURG, Germany, May 10, 2011 WOLFSBURG, Germany, May 10, 2011 -- Vehicle deliveries by the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand grew further in the first four months of this year to 1.66 (January ââ¬â April 2010: 1.49; +11.2 percent) million units. The brand delivered 429,200 (April 2010: 377,800; +13.6 perc ... Continue reading
New Structure And Revised Territories Set To Further Strengthen Audi Fleet Sales In 2011
A new structure for Audi Fleet Sales sees the creation of the new role of Business Development Manager as well as two Key Account Managers supported by six regionally based Fleet Sales Managers. ... Continue reading
The first official road test drive with the unique Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid will take place at the 11th Michelin Challenge Bibendum in Berlin ... Continue reading
Ford Sends Youth Footballers To Wembley For UEFA Champions League Final
Ford, a founding partner of the UEFA Champions League, is sending Ford Champions Youth Football Tournament winners to this month's final. ... Continue reading
You're Hired! Honda (UK) Apprentices Hone Their Skills In BTCC
Young Honda technicians, Alex Knight (19) and John Couldridge (21) are developing their mechanical skills as part of the Honda Racing Team at selected BTCC rounds in 2011. ... Continue reading
Rankin: Spirit Of Ecstasy - An Art Commission For Rolls-Royce Motor Cars
In the year that celebrates the centenary of the Spirit of Ecstasy, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today announced details of a very special commission ... Continue reading
Trucks & Troops 2011 Celebrates The Home Front
Visit Beaulieu during the upcoming Bank Holiday weekend, 28th - 30th May, for Trucks & Troops, a nostalgic show with something for all the family to enjoy. ... Continue reading
All-New Mazda BT-50 Tried And Tested
Mazda Australia today released further details of the rigorous evaluation and testing regime that the All-New Mazda BT-50 has undergone ahead of its Australian launch later this year. ... Continue reading
Award-Winning i45 Now Leads On Economy
Following the outstanding success of its i45 mid-size sedan, Hyundai Motor Company Australia is introducing a new engine to the range. The i45 2.0-litre engine is available in 'Active' entry level trim and becomes the new i45 range entry point, offering impressive levels of style plus 5-star ANCAP rated safety. ... Continue reading
The global Honda family has joined together to raise funds for the relief and recovery efforts for Japan and its people, following the earthquake and tsunami in March this year. ... Continue reading
BMW Group Posts Another Major Sales Increase In April
BMW Group deliveries 17.9% higher in April ... Continue reading
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