Friday, June 10, 2011

Ford to Up Electrified Vehicle Production Three Fold by 2013 - VIDEO ENHANCED

STERLING HEIGHTS, MI - June 10, 2011: Ford Motor Company announced today it is tripling production capacity of its electrified vehicle lineup through 2013, further boosting volumes of its all-new C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid, which begin production next year. “Customers have come to expect fuel eff ... Continue reading

Time to Upgrade: Carfax Offers Guide to Maximize Trade-In Value

Carfax says that now may be the best time in years to trade in a used car. A few reasons why: Used car prices are up as much as 30%. Dwindling supply due to recession and international disasters. Desperate dealers want quality used cars. To get the most for your trade-in, it's best to know what your car may be worth be ... Continue reading

GM Defiance Targeted for $47 Million Investment

General Motors intends to invest $47 million in its Defiance powertrain plant to purchase tooling and equipment to increase volume of components for the fuel-efficient Ecotec 1.4L engine and the next generation of small block car and truck engines. "This investment reflects the growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicle ... Continue reading

Cummins to Add 600 Professional Employees in New Building in Downtown Columbus

In the latest sign of its growth and commitment to southern Indiana, Cummins Inc. today announced that it will add 600 new professional employees in a new office building in downtown Columbus. "These well-paying professional jobs will be crucial as we chart a course for future growth both here and abroad, and also will ... Continue reading

Top High School Auto Tech Students "Rev Up" their Skills with Roush Fenway Racing

AAA and Roush Fenway Racing today announced that the winning pair of high school automotive technology students from the 2011 Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills National Finals will receive a dream learning experience week behind the scenes with the No. 6 Roush Fenway Racing Nationwide Series team of Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. The ... Continue reading

Special Motorsports Event - Bowyer Wins Prelude To The Dream At Eldora Speedway

ROSSBURG, June 9, 2011: The box score says that Clint Bowyer led all 30 laps in Wednesday night’s Prelude to the Dream all-star dirt Late Model race at Eldora Speedway, but the native of Emporia, Kan., had to fend off strong charges from J.J. Yeley and Aric Almirola to finally capture a victory in the prestigious ... Continue reading

Special Motorsports Event - Box Score For Prelude To The Dream At Eldora Speedway

ROSSBURG, June 9, 2011: Results Wednesday of the seventh annual Prelude to the Dream Dirt Late Model event June 8 at the half-mile Eldora Speedway, with order of finish, starting position in parentheses, driver, laps completed and reason out (if any): <p> 1. (1) Clint Bowyer, 30<br> 2. (4) J.J. Yeley, 30<br> 3. (2) Ari ... Continue reading

Motorsports Venues - Repaving Of Infield Section Of IMS Road Course Begins

INDIANAPOLIS, June 9, 2011: A project to repave the infield section of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course is underway, creating a smooth, new surface for the world's best motorcycle racers at the Red Bull Indianapolis GP MotoGP race Aug. 26-28. The project, which will repave 1.5 miles of the circuit from Turn ... Continue reading

Lucas Oil Off Road - Series On CBS Sports, Sunday June 12th

Glen Helen, June 9, 2011: This Sunday, June 12th, at 11:00 AM Pacific (2:00 PM Eastern) don't miss the exciting Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series on CBS Sports. The 4 Wheel Parts Off Road Nationals Presented by E3 Sparkplugs will feature intense racing action from the Pro-2 and Pro-Lite divisions from Round 6 at Glen He ... Continue reading

2011 Chevrolet Volt Review and Week Long Live With Road Test

Chevrolet Volt Review and Road Test Several months ago I had the opportunity to spend enough time with a Chevrolet Volt to get a good first impression of GM's entry in the high-tech automotive field. Based on that, I wrote a first-drive driving impression, not expecting to find one available in the local press fleet. N ... Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz All New M-Class World Premiere - VIDEO FEATURE

A new benchmark for Premium SUVs - lowest fuel consumption in its class STUTTGART - June 10, 2011: Mercedes-Benz celebrated the world premiere of the all new M-Class this week in Stuttgart, Germany. The third generation of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class sets a new benchmark in the SUV segment with its bold new design and lo ... Continue reading

1955 Iconic Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Returns to the US

-- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is featuring a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR at The Portland Art Museum's upcoming showcase "The Allure of the Automobile." The showcase, which runs from June 11 through September 11 of 2011, contains 16 of the world's most luxurious, rare and innovative vehicles between 1930 and the mid 1960s ... Continue reading

Smaller Cars Have the Attention in May Because of High Gas Prices

Gas prices started a slow but steady decline at the end of May in many areas, but the still-high cost kept car shoppers focused more on fuel-efficient vehicles than their usual trucks and SUVs. According to AutoTrader.com's monthly Trend Engine report, which provides analysis of consumer shopping behavior on the site, ... Continue reading

GM Recognizes Mobile Fluid Recovery for Environmental Excellence

Mobile Fluid Recovery, Inc., a Birmingham, Ala.-based absorbent materials recycler today received the General Motors Environmental Excellence Award for providing unique recycling ideas and collaborating on projects like turning oil-soaked booms from the Gulf of Mexico into Chevrolet Volt components. Mobile Fluid Recove ... Continue reading

New Luxury Design for Cadiillac Dealerships

More than 200 dealers committed to makeovers in next two years Showroom features artwork highlighting Cadillac design renaissance Suburban Cadillac in Ann Arbor, Mich., first to complete new look Cadillac is rolling out a new, modern design for its dealerships as part of the brand's "Defining Moments" customer service ... Continue reading

New Blue Link Vehicle Telematics for Hyundai

Hyundai is challenging conventional wisdom in the automotive industry again with the introduction of Blue Link, an all-new telematics platform that will offer more than 30 unique connectivity features on future Hyundai models. Today at the Telematics Update conference, Hyundai released annual subscription pricing for i ... Continue reading

Daimler Trucks Announces Plans to Ramp Up Production and Hire an Additional 1,400 Employees

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) today announced that it plans to sharply increase production and employment levels at its Mt. Holly, NC and Portland, OR truck manufacturing plants during the last half of 2011. Production and hiring will also increase significantly at the company's Saltillo plant in Mexico. Over 1,2 ... Continue reading

'The X FACTOR' on FOX Gets Chevrolet

Chevrolet will be the exclusive on-air, off-air and online automotive sponsor of "The X FACTOR," the award-winning international competition series that lets viewers help choose the next global superstar or breakout music act. The announcement was made Thursday by Fox Broadcasting Company (FOX), Syco Television and Fre ... Continue reading

BMW President/CEO Jim O'Donnell to Speak at June Motor Press Guild Luncheon

Motor Press Guild (MPG), the largest automotive media association in North America, is delighted to announce BMW North America President/CEO Jim O'Donnell as the featured guest at the organization's next gathering. In his current role at BMW, O'Donnell has been responsible for all sales, marketing and distribution acti ... Continue reading

Autoliv Cooperates with EU Antitrust Inquiry

Autoliv (STO:ALIVSDB) and its Swedish Depository Receipts on the OMX Nordic Exchange in Stockholm (ALIV sdb). For more information about Autoliv, please visit our company website at www.autoliv.com Safe Harbor Statement This release contains statements that are not historical facts but rather forward-looking statements ... Continue reading

Uninsured Motorists Are Encouraged to Discover Their Options

OnlineAutoInsurance.com encourages motorists in any state who are or are considering going uninsured to get free auto insurance quotes without personal information required online in order to evaluate their options and stay in compliance with state mandatory-coverage laws for their sake and the sake of other drivers. ... Continue reading

2012 Chevrolet Volt Is Now For Sale

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price starts at $39,995 before tax credit Expanded customer choice includes two new interior trim and exterior colors Chevrolet dealers in all 50 states will begin taking orders for the 2012 Chevrolet Volt electric car today. ... Continue reading

Ford and World Safety Leaders Work to Launch Intelligent Vehicles Quicker, More Affordably

Dr. Andre Seeck, president and chairman of the European New Car Assessment Programme, visits Ford as the company works with global safety officials to harmonize standards for intelligent vehicles that some day could talk to each other to reduce crashes and congestion Ford is partnering with other automakers and governm ... Continue reading

Chevrolet, Buick and GMC Put Muscle Behind Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles

Chevrolet, Buick and GMC offer two-year/30,000 mile standard vehicle maintenance GM Certified Used Vehicles program renamed Chevrolet/Buick/GMC Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles Starting Saturday, two years of standard maintenance including oil changes will be part of purchasing a Certified Pre-Owned Chevrolet, Buick or GMC ... Continue reading

Do You Own The Classic Car Of The Year?

The search is on to find the UK's Classic Car of the Year 2011. Classic car owners are being invited to enter their pride and joy in a nationwide competition, organised by Classic Car Weekly, Classic Cars and Practical Classics magazines. The winner will receive a fantastic first prize valued at over £3,500 with over ... Continue reading

Vauxhall's Sizzling Summer Savings

Summer savings just got hotter as Vauxhall can now offer customers 20 per cent off a brand new Vauxhall. Buyers can expect savings of nearly £5,000 on the Brit-built Astra Sports Tourer or drive away a new Corsa 5-door SRi 1.7 CDTi 16v and save £3,465. ... Continue reading

Summer Holiday Workshops At The National Motor Museum August 2011

Throughout August 2011, the National Motor Museum will be holding a series of fun, creative Summer activities for families visiting the Beaulieu attraction. Inspired by the museum's latest exhibition 'Feats of Endurance', which showcases vehicles that have stretched the boundaries of motoring endurance, these 'drop-in' ... Continue reading

Subaru Smashes Isle Of Man Lap Record With Standard WRX STI

The long-standing road-car lap record for the Isle of Man TT circuit has been comprehensively smashed in a production-spec Subaru WRX STI saloon. ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Amarok Is Crowned 'Ute Of The Year'

The Volkswagen Amarok has been awarded the trophy as 'Ute of the Year' in the 2011 Delivery Magazine Awards. ... Continue reading

Kia Motors Posts 18.7% Global Sales Growth In May

Kia Motors Corporation announced today its global sales figures for passenger cars (export sales, domestic sales and sales from overseas plants), recreational vehicles (RVs) and commercial vehicles for May 2011, recording a total of 207,839 units sold. This figure represents a year-on-year increase of 18.7%. ... Continue reading

Mitsubishi's i-MiEV Electric Vehicle Now Available For Public Sale

Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has announced its ground-breaking all electric vehicle, the i-MiEV, will officially go on sale to the Australian public in August 2011. ... Continue reading

2011 VACC 'Safe Routes' Scooter Rally Launch

VACC's 'Safe Routes' Scooter Rally is one of the biggest dates in the scooter calendar and VACC can announce that the date for this year's event is November 13. Riders will once again meet at Luna Park and head to Argyle Square on Lygon Street. ... Continue reading

Narva Announces Australia's First Plus 100 Performance Globe

Australia's leading automotive lighting specialist Narva has announced the release of the first Plus 100 Halogen Globe, further complementing Narva's comprehensive range with an outstanding selection of high performance globes at an even higher level. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Blue Link Telematics Platform Earns Two Honors at Telematics Update Awards

Hyundai's Blue Linkâ„¢ telematics platform earned two top honors at the 9th Annual Telematics Update Awards. Blue Link earned distinction for "Best Cloud-Based In-Car Application" and the "2010/11 Industry Newcomer" award.‚ Blue Link will launch with more than 30 unique connectivity features on Hyundai's ho ... Continue reading