iHeartRadio Launches in Select Toyota Entune Multimedia Systems in the 2012 Camry and Prius v
Clear Channel Radio, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any radio or television outlet, today announced the integration of iHeartRadio, its free, industry-leading digital radio service, into Toyota's Premium HDD Navigation with Entune multimedia system in select 2012 Camry and 2012 Prius v v ... Continue reading
Students to Win Money for Scholarships and Favorite Charities in Ford Blue Oval Scholar Contest
Ford Motor Company Fund launched the "Heart Behind the Oval" video contest which offers prizes to college students who showcase how they are making a difference through participation with a local non-profit organization. The contest also provides grants to the non-profits where the students volunteer. The first place p ... Continue reading
The Chevy Volt is Now Available for Rent at Competitive Prices
Do you want to go electric, but you're wary about options like the Nissan Leaf because of their limited range? If so, your choice is clear: the 2012 Chevy Volt outclasses everything that has come before it, and now you can find it at MPG Car Rental, a company that deservedly dominates the green car rental market in Sou ... Continue reading
3.4 Million Votes Cast in 2011 eBay Motors People's Picks Poll -- Winners Announced at SEMA Show
eBay Motors today announced the winners of the 2011 People's Picks survey, the annual poll inviting enthusiasts to weigh in on all things auto, from best camshaft, to favorite ignition, to favorite muscle car - even the best movie car of all time. More than 3.4 million votes were cast in this year's competition, 10 tim ... Continue reading
ECOtality Announces Third Quarter Results
ECOtality, Inc. , a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2011. We are pleased with our results and the meaningful progress we have made toward achieving our objectives Revenue for the third quarter 2011 grew to $9.5 milli ... Continue reading
ESCORT Live, ESCORT's ultimate ticket protection network, has been awarded the Best New Mobile Electronics Product by the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association). ESCORT Live competed with more than 2,000 products for the award, which is given for best new products debuted at this year's show. "The entire ... Continue reading
Ryan Hall Joins Nissan's Innovative Line-Up At ING New York City Marathon 2011
Olympic Marathoner Ryan Hall will share insights with runners to take performance to the next level at the ING New York City Marathon 2011 as part of the Innovation for Endurance program with Rodale, Inc and Nissan North America. Official automotive partner for the second year, Nissan will also provide the official veh ... Continue reading
Here's a real kicker Ford is making loading packages a little easier thanks to a hands-free liftgate that will be available on the all-new Ford Escape, debuting at the L.A. Auto Show later this month. A simple kicking motion under the rear bumper activates the system and raises the liftgate -- no more fumbling around f ... Continue reading
A Stable Renewable Fuel Standard Is Needed to Meet Biofuel Production Goals, BIO Says
Advanced biofuels companies continue to make progress in bringing new technology to the fuels market, relying on consistent implementation of the Renewable Fuel Standard, the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) said today as it submitted documents to the House Science Energy and Environment Subcommittee for a hea ... Continue reading
Polk Reports Significant Growth in New Commercial Vehicle Registrations
New commercial vehicle registrations (Gross Vehicle Weight 3-8) in the U.S. are set to reach 440,000 units for the 2011 calendar year, an increase of 17.6 percent over 2010 calendar year and a 33 percent uptick from 2009, according to Polk, the recognized leader in data-driven solutions for the commercial vehicle indus ... Continue reading
Fujitsu Semiconductor America (FSA) today issued a new technical backgrounder describing how hybrid (HEV) and electric (EV) vehicle motors operate, and how the MB91580 series motor control microcontrollers (MCUs) simplify hybrid and electric vehicle design. The new backgrounder explains how control algorithms and robus ... Continue reading
Honda's 'Sweet Dreams' Float to Lead 2012 Rose Parade
Honda's 2012 Rose Parade float entry, Sweet Dreams,' will lead the 123rd Rose Parade, Monday, Jan. 2, 2012, and introduce Just Imagine" as this year's Parade theme. Honda's float celebrates childlike imagination and Honda's belief in The Power of Dreams. ... Continue reading
FANUC Robotics Demonstrates Coordinated Motion with Constant Path Software
FANUC Robotics America has released a new YouTube video featuring coordinated robot motion with its Constant Path software feature. The video showcases a FANUC M-10iA robot rotating a basketball while a FANUC ARC Mate 120iC/10L robot follows the lines of the basketball with a marble. FANUC leads the industry in providi ... Continue reading
Shorter Daylight, More Active Deer Drive Need for Extra Caution on Pennsylvania Roads
As the end of Daylight Savings Time will soon bring an earlier nightfall, PennDOT is cautioning motorists that most crashes involving deer happen at this time of year. Deer are most active during their breeding season, and particularly between sunset and sunrise. Harvesting and hunting activity can also increase the mo ... Continue reading
SAE International and World Scientific Publishing Agree to Strategic Book Partnership
SAE International and World Scientific Publishing (WSP) have agreed to a strategic partnership that will enable SAE International to sell electronic versions of selected WSP books via its own e-bookstore. The agreement, which may be expanded over time, includes 10 initial titles: Handbook of Renewable Energy Technology ... Continue reading
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Comparative SWOT Analysis - World's 5 Leading Armoured Vehicles Manufacturers - Oshkosh Corporation, General Dynamics Land Systems, BAE Systems, Force Protection, Navistar Defense" report to their offering. Comparative SWOT Analysis - World's 5 Leading Armoured Ve ... Continue reading
Timken Creates Mobile App for Automotive & Heavy Truck Aftermarket
The Timken Company has gone mobile with its online auto-aftermarket catalog site, with new applications designed for iPhone mobile digital device, Android device and Blackberry smartphone. The development of these mobile applications enhances the ability of professional technicians and 'do-it-yourselfers' to do the job ... Continue reading
Alcoa Recognized as Corporate Champion by The Women's Forum of New York
Alcoa was honored today by The Women's Forum of New York as a Corporate Champion for having 30 percent of its Board of Directors composed of women. Alcoa's women Board members - Judy Gueron, Kathryn Fuller and Pat Russo - have greatly impacted Alcoa's success Alcoa was one of 52 companies in the tri-state area recogniz ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Recruiting Elite Technicians: Hot Rod Pro Racer Steve Johnson Reaches Out To Students
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) announced today that National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) racing pro Steve Johnson is scheduled to speak with students about MBUSA's ELITE START technician education and training program at recruiting events, nationwide. With the goal of introducing students to ELITE START, Johnson will be atte ... Continue reading
Members now have access to most advanced mobile and social media car club applications Zipcar, Inc. , the world's leading car sharing network, today announced the completion of the integration of Streetcar vehicles and members into the Zipcar network. With more cars in more places throughout the UK, access to Zipcar's ... Continue reading
Eight Chrysler Group Vehicles Take Home A Consumers Digest "Best Buy" for the 2012 Model Year
Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and Fiat brands all have vehicles recognized as Consumers Digest automotive "Best Buys" for 2012 model year Eight awards more than doubles "Best Buys" honors received in 2010 and in 2011 November marks the 19th consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains Consumers Digest announced its ann ... Continue reading
POWRi - Beckinger Fuels Micros Championship With Four Wins
MILLSTADT, Nov. 1, 2011: Trent Beckinger didnât enter the season opener for the POWRi Speedway Motors 600cc Outlaw Micro Series last March because he didnât intend upon racing for the championship. âWe skipped Du Quoin (Ill.) for a reason,â� Beckinger said. âWe never planned on running for ... Continue reading
Camping World Trucks - Sauter Preview - Texas
CHANNELING THE KULWICKI CHAMPIONSHIP? On Halloween week, everybody finds an alter ego. For Johnny Sauter, he arrives in Texas with two thoughts: first, redemption. Second, Alan Kulwicki's spirit sitting on his shoulder for guidance. Tied for third in driver championship points in the NCWTS after a strong top five finis ... Continue reading
Sanctioning Body News - Injected Engine Tested At Martinsville
DAYTONA BEACH, Nov. 1, 2011: For the third time this month, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series teams tested Electronic Fuel Injection on track, as 10 cars churned out laps around the .526-mile paper clip layout at Martinsville Speedway Monday. Teams from Roush Fenway Racing, Penske Racing, Michael Waltrip Racing, Hendrick Motors ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venues - IMS To Roll Back Clock To 2010 Pricing For Premium Sprint Cup Race Day
INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 1, 2011: The 2012 Crown Royal Presents "Your Hero's Name Here" 400 at the Brickyard will feature a return to 2010 ticket prices in Penthouse and Deck seating areas as the inaugural Super Weekend at the Brickyard makes racing history next July at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The Super Weekend (Jul ... Continue reading
Motorsports Brands - The Adrenalist - Conor Daly Wins On Adrenaline
New York, Nov. 1, 2011: For too long adrenaline junkies and adventurers haven’t had a central place to be inspired, share and learn about our lifestyle online. ... Continue reading
Clean vehicle technology specialist Zytek has won a £1.35 million grant from the UK Government's Regional Growth Fund to support the development of an Electric Powertrain Technologies Centre. ... Continue reading
Ford of Britain 100: Image of the Week - 44/52
To celebrate the centenary of Ford of Britain in 2011 the company is exploring its photo archive to reveal rarely seen images. ... Continue reading
The New Peugeot 208: Re-Generation
In the spring of 2012, Peugeot will launch its new model in the 'B'(Supermini) segment. The new car will be available in two distinct body styles; 3- and 5-door. ... Continue reading
Jeremy Hicks Joins Jaguar Land Rover
Jaguar Land Rover has appointed Jeremy Hicks to the position of Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover UK. ... Continue reading
Skoda On A Record Course In The First Nine Months
Skoda has continued its record course in the first nine months of 2011 with new highs in sales revenue, profit, and sales. ... Continue reading
Car Dealer Completes Its Mission To Go From 0-911 For BEN
Car Dealer Magazine's challenge to turn nothing into a Porsche 911 in aid of BEN the automotive industry charity has succeeded. ... Continue reading
Honda Partners With Sydney Festival 2012
Honda Australia is pleased to announce its partnership with the Sydney Festival 2012. ... Continue reading
Infiniti to Establish Global Headquarters in Hong Kong
Nissan Motor Company has announced that Infiniti, its luxury brand, will locate its new global headquarters in Hong Kong. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors addresses EV myths in the EVidence
The EVidence is a series of short videos which has been developed to address, and in many cases dispel, the myths and misconceptions people hold about electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The series was conceived after receiving numerous Facebook submitted questions and comments about Mitsubishi's i-MiEV, Australia's ... Continue reading
Team Hyundai Scores Winning Goals for UNICEF
The Hyundai Motor Company Australia six-a-side football team has swapped its business shoes for football boots to take out the 2011 UNICEF Kick for Kids corporate challenge. ... Continue reading
Kia Backs Young Quick Bowler Nic Bills
Kia Motors Australia has added promising young NSW fast bowler Nic Bills to its Ambassador program. ... Continue reading
Carsguide.com.au Gears Up for Growth
Carsguide.com.au today announced the formal launch of the company's joint venture. ... Continue reading
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