The Auto Channel Responds To GM CEO Promoting Higher Gasoline Taxes
An Open Letter To GM CEO Dan Akerson From The Auto Channel CEO Bob Gordon Hi Dan; I read your interview in the Detroit News in which you are proposing a gasoline tax increase to push Americans to buy smaller more fuel efficient vehicles. Dan the size of a vehicle is not our problem, which fuel it uses is...there is abs ... Continue reading
Tire Safety Tips From Autoweek Magazine
National Tire Safety Week, and AutoWeek magazine ââ¬â the premiere resource for five generations of automotive enthusiasts ââ¬â is focusing on the oft-neglected but important rules of how rubber should meet road. "A Rubber Manufacturers Association survey shows that 85 percent of motorists don't ... Continue reading
New Information Service about Sources of Automobile Information
ArnoldIT.com--publisher of Beyond Search--has developed a new blog to provide a news service about where to find automotive information on the Internet. Each article in the Web log provides a synopsis of a source, an example of the information assailable from the source, and a critical commentary about the value of the ... Continue reading
U.S. Spent $41.7 Billion on Foreign Oil in Month of May - Is Washington Stupid or What?
DALLAS--In his monthly update on the level of foreign oil imports in the U.S., energy expert T. Boone Pickens said that based on the latest figures from the Federal Reserve Economic Database, the U.S. imported 62 percent of its oil, or 362 million barrels in May 2011, sending approximately $41.7 billion, or $934,357.63 ... Continue reading
Meritor Launches 18X Single Reduction Axle in Lindesberg, Sweden
Meritor, Inc. announced today it has taken another step toward increasing efficiency in commercial vehicles with the launch of its 18X rear axle for fast and heavy long-haul operations. Today at the company's manufacturing facility in Lindesberg, Sweden, Peter Karlsten, president of Volvo Powertrain and Rose-Marie Freb ... Continue reading
Abacus 2.0 is the Next Generation of Traffic Incident Detection and Data Collection Management
Iteris a leader in traffic management focused on the development and application of advanced technologies, has introduced Abacus 2.0, its next generation traffic incident detection and data collection product. ... Continue reading
Latest EV Battery from Boston-Power
Boston-Power, Inc., the rapidly growing provider of next-generation lithium-ion battery cells, modules and systems, today announced its new Swing Key blocks. The company is showcasing the new products this week at AABC Europe in Germany, June 6-10, in Booth #39. ... Continue reading
GM Bedford Powertrain to Get $49 Million Investment
General Motors will invest $49 million to purchase tooling and equipment for the Bedford powertrain plant to produce components for a recently announced 8-speed transmission and a future small engine program. The investment will create or retain 91 jobs. "The all-new 8-speed transmission will improve fuel economy in a ... Continue reading
Buick LaCrosse 2012 Starts at $29,960
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist, which is expected to deliver 25 percent better highway fuel economy than the current model, will be priced starting at $29,960 before an $860 destination charge. ... Continue reading
Networkfleet, a leader in wireless fleet management, today announced that Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) has chosen Networkfleet's telematics solution integrated with AssetWorks FleetFocus asset management software to track GPS location and report on maintenance issues for 400 utility service vehicles. BGE intends to ... Continue reading
EB (Elektrobit), a leading developer of cutting edge embedded technology solutions for the wireless and automotive industries, announced today that EB , Freescale Semiconductor and QNX Software Systems Limited have entered into a collaboration to create the first solution for creating reconfigurable digital instrument ... Continue reading
Yamahas Now Assembled in U.S.A.
Yamaha's top selling all-terrain-vehicles (ATVs), the Grizzly 700 FI 4x4 and Grizzly 550 FI 4x4, feature design and performance upgrades for 2012 further solidifying their place as the most off-road capable and durable machines in their respective classes. Also new for 2012, both machines are now being assembled in the ... Continue reading
Nissan LEAF Mobile Application Award
Airbiquity a global leader in wireless connected services, warmly congratulates Nissan Motors Japan for winning the 2011 Mobile Ad Award in the Application Category. Nissan submitted its LEAF mobile application, produced and developed by Airbiquity, for this prestigious award. ... Continue reading
German Auto Industry Equipping for the Future
BERLIN and PALO ALTO, California, June 8, 2011 -- German automakers are investing in the future at an astonishing pace: BMW investments in China have recently doubled and construction of a new BMW plant in Leipzig is underway. The EUR 400 million facility will soon see electric BMWs rolling off the assembly line. Volks ... Continue reading
NHRA Junior Dragster - Jeg Coughlin Jr Victory Recognized With National Dragster Cover
DELAWARE, June 8, 2011: The day that "National Dragster" arrived in the mail has long been a special one around the Coughlin household. "With three older brothers and a racing father, the day the 'National Dragster' came was the highlight," said Jeg Coughlin Jr. "We looked forward to it and fought over who got to read ... Continue reading
ZoomSafer and Ovation Wireless Partner to Help Companies Reduce Distracted Driving
ZoomSafer, the leading provider of risk management software to prevent distracted driving, and Ovation Wireless Management, provider of enterprise mobile device management solutions, today announced a new partnership offering corporations innovative technology solutions for measuring and managing employee use of mobile ... Continue reading
Transit Connect Electric Receives GSA Contract Award
Federal Agencies Now Authorized to Order Azure Dynamics' EV Van Directly From GSA Transit Connect Electric named on 'indefinite quantity' GSA contract award allowing federal government agencies and US Armed Forces to order the pure electric, zero emission vehicles via Northside Ford in San Antonio, TX. The GSA award is ... Continue reading
Four Things to Know Before Buying Auto Parts, According to AutoMD.com
According to a recent report from AutoMD.com, an increasing number of consumers are doing their own car repairs (1) , which means these DIYers are probably buying auto parts -- but what should these auto parts buyers know about the difference between an OEM and an aftermarket part? And what of the 90% of 'Do-It-For-Me' ... Continue reading
Connected Car Concepts Connect Panasonic Automotive Services and AT&T
PR Newswire DETROIT, June 8, 2011 DETROIT, June 8, 2011 -- AT&T* and Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America have formed a working agreement to explore and test connectivity solutions for consumers and commuters. The new project provides a framework for the two companies to create customized products for global ... Continue reading
Easier In-Vehicle Wireless Charging
Conventional approaches to charging mobile devices in cars, such as plugging into a cigarette lighter, 12-volt charger or Universal Serial Bus (USB) port, are too inconvenient for most consumers, said Stacey Oh, analyst and regional manager for Asia automotive research at IHS. âWireless charging, however, allows c ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Smith Aims To Tame Another Challenging Track
DENVER, June 8, 2011: All the prerace chatter about Pocono Raceway's three-turn configuration, the long straightaway or the much anticipated tunnel turn doesn't faze Regan Smith. "This is NASCAR and we want to have challenging and unique tracks to race at; it would be pretty boring if all the venues where identical," s ... Continue reading
In-Drive Wins Telematics Update Award for Best Aftermarket Device or Solution
Hughes Telematics, Inc. , a leader in providing next generation connected solutions, today announced that its aftermarket solution, In-Drive, was named winner of the Best Aftermarket Device or Solution for 2011. In-Drive is a simple, self-installed device and provides drivers with a comprehensive set of connected vehic ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Dugger To Sing National Anthem At The Dream
ROSSBURG, June 8, 2011: CURB Recording artist Tim Dugger will sing the national anthem prior to the seventh annual Prelude to the Dream today at the legendary Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio. The Alabama nativeâs recording credits include his debut album, âCountry Music Manâ� as well as âWhat ... Continue reading
2012 Ford Focus Titanium Will Go to a Lucky Fan During This Year's BET AWARDS Airing Sunday, June 26
As Hip-Hop and R&B music enthusiasts patiently wait for the "BET AWARDS 11"to air, Ford has kicked off a sweepstakes that will award one lucky viewer the keys to a 2012 Ford Focus Titanium as part of The BET AWARDS Ford Focus Sweepstakes. The sweepstakes, which kicked off late last week, ends at 8 p.m. EDT on Sunday, J ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Tony Stewart Pocono Preview
KANNAPOLIS, June 8, 2011: To say that Pocono (Pa.) Raceway is a unique racetrack might be a bit of an understatement. The 2.5-mile triangular layout was designed by two-time Indianapolis 500 champion Rodger Ward, and it has three different corners that were each modeled after a different track. Turn one, which is banke ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Andretti Autosports Texas Pre-Race Comments
MARCO ANDRETTI, #26 TEAM VENOM ENERGY DRINK CAR "I'm looking forward to TMS this weekend. I'm ready for the pack-racing and we usually run well there. Last year we finished third and we're looking to do better Saturday. I think the new two-race format is going to be different, but it will make things fun and great for ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Busch Calls Pocono Raceway A Really Tricky Triangle
LONG POND, June 7, 2011: Shell-Pennzoil Dodge driver Kurt Busch heads into this weekendâs Pocono 500 at Pocono Raceway looking for more success on the unique three-turn 2.5-mile layout nestled in the scenic Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania. He says that he always enjoys his visits and certainly knows ... Continue reading
Rising gas prices once again are in the headlines as the summer travel season begins. Based on this fact, it's certain that the collegiate teams in SAE International's Supermileage competition could be the envy of many drivers across the nation. Why? Because their vehicles can achieve a fuel efficiency of more than 2,0 ... Continue reading
LEBANON, June 7, 2011: Nashville Superspeedway will play host to a NASCAR Nationwide Series and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver autograph session for ticket holders as part of its upcoming July 22-23, 2011 race weekend. The autograph session is scheduled for Friday, July 22 at 1 p.m. in the Expo area located o ... Continue reading
SCORE Off-Road - Navarro IV Wins SCORE Lites Class Victory At Baja
ENSENADA, June 7, 2011: Achieving early-career success on the same path taken by some past and current racing icons, Rafael Navarro IV scored a convincing victory in this past weekendâs legendary 43rd annual Tecate SCORE Baja 500 off-road race in the SCORE Lites class in the No. 1209 Jimco-VW buggy, co-driving wit ... Continue reading
ILMC GT - Bryce Miller Wraps Up First Leg Of Whirlwind World Tour
SUMMIT, June 7, 2011: Bryce Miller returns for another shot at one of the undisputed crown jewels of international motorsports this weekend as he teams with co-drivers Nick Tandy and Abdulaziz Al Faisal in the No. 88 Team Felbermayr-Proton Porsche 911 RSR in the world famous 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 11-12. Miller an ... Continue reading
Motorsports Business - McDonald Joins Andretti Autosport As Director Of Engineering
INDIANAPOLIS, June 7, 2011: Andretti Autosport announced today it has hired motorsports veteran Allen McDonald as its new director of engineering and as race engineer for the #27 IZOD IndyCar Series entry, driven by Mike Conway. McDonald, a native of London, most recently worked at Sam Schmidt Motorsports as chief race ... Continue reading
Chrysler's Mobile Showroom Is On the Road Again
Traveling showroom on 19-week trek across United States Tour designed for thousands of Chrysler Group employees and supplier employees All five vehicle brands featured on 95-stop tour Chrysler Group LLC employees, suppliers and affinity partners can check out the all-new and significantly-refreshed lineup of 2011 model ... Continue reading
The Little Things Can Add Up: Summer Travel and Gas Mileage Tips
The two big challenges drivers face each summer are extreme heat and maximizing fuel mileage. The combination of good driving habits and a few minutes of basic vehicle maintenance will help keep you safe while getting better fuel mileage all summer long. The little things mean a lot for these vehicles as well. A clean ... Continue reading
Car Nut Homes - Steve McQueen's House and Garage - Back on The Market?
Steve McQueen House and Garage The current owners had reduced the price $1,151,000 from their original asking price. Due to that low price of only $799K, they received multiple offers that drove the selling price up (but we cannot say how much because the deal is still in escrow). Call me at 877-781-5128 because I'm th ... Continue reading
Ferrari And Puma Announce Long-Term Partnership Extension
Ferrari and PUMA today announced a long-term extension to their partnership. The global sport-lifestyle brand will continue to be the official licensing partner for Ferrari branded products and the official supplier of team and racewear for Scuderia Ferrari. On the back of highly successful six year collaboration, this ... Continue reading
Confused? Web Site Reveals 56% of Drivers Forget Where They Park
56% of UK drivers have, at some point, forgotten where they have parked their car, and 3% have picked up the phone to ask their breakdown service to help them find it. More than 50 in 2,000 drivers in the UK admit to making that call according to a new survey by car insurance comparison site Confused.com. The Confused. ... Continue reading
Ford Of Britain 100: Image Of The Week - 23/52
To celebrate the centenary of Ford of Britain in 2011 the company is exploring its photo archive to reveal rarely seen images. ... Continue reading
All-New Nissan Qashqai To Be Designed, Engineered And Built In Britain
At a meeting today with Prime Minister David Cameron, the president and chief executive officer of Nissan Motor Co., Carlos Ghosn, announced that workers in Britain will design, engineer and build the next version of the best-selling Nissan Qashqai. ... Continue reading
Toyota Expands Digital Dummy Family
Toyota has added a small female and a large male to its family of digital crash test dummies. Known as THUMS (Total HUman Model for Safety) these virtual humans deliver crash test results in much greater detail than is achievable with conventional crash-test dummies. ... Continue reading
Book A Cruze This Summer - Prices Announced For New Chevrolet Hatch!
The striking new Cruze hatchback arrives in Chevrolet dealerships next month, offering premium specification and great styling at a surprisingly affordable price. ... Continue reading
Honda's Jazz Is Great Value For Money
Honda's upgraded Jazz is better value for money than ever before, offering all your favourite features as standard, with a new drive-away price and great Honda Finance. ... Continue reading
National Manager MINI Australia Moves On
After a successful career with the BMW Group in Australia, England and Munich, BMW Australia announced today the resignation of David Woollcott, National Manager MINI Australia. ... Continue reading
Aussie Engineers Begin Work On All- New Holden Malibu
Holden's engineering team has been recruited to help fine-tune the stunning new mid-sized Malibu that will go on sale in Australia late next year. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Hits Five Million Sales in Europe
Hyundai has sold five million vehicles in Europe since the first Hyundai Pony was imported in 1977. The five millionth vehicle was an i30, which was launched in 2007 and has subsequently sold just over 320,000 units across the European dealer network. ... Continue reading
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