2012 Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) Press Pass Coverage
<p><b>Get the complete back-story. See the car show as if you are a journalist</b></p> <br> <p><b>For the sixteenth year in a row, TheAutoChannel.com is proud to present exclusive <a href="/cybercast/2012naias">PRESS PASS COVERAGE of the Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS)</a>. TACH's Press Pass Coverage features dozens of full- ... Continue reading
Four Door Media Licensed to Build Mercedes-Benz SL550
Four Door Media, Inc. announced today the signing of a licensing agreement with Mercedes-Benz Accessories GmbH to build a unique version of the Mercedes-Benz SL550, among the most exciting, recognizable and desirable automobiles on the marketplace today. Four Door Media is now authorized internationally to produce its ... Continue reading
For the January edition of the Shopper Insights Report, brought to you by the AutoTrader.com Trend Engine, the experts at AutoTrader.com named the most significant all-new or newly redesigned vehicles for 2012 and then polled more than 200 shoppers to find out what their motivations were for selecting either the curren ... Continue reading
Henny's Wrap 2012 Detroit Auto Show
See Complete Video 2012 Detroit Auto Show Coverage â Press Pass Coverage By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor Amsterdam Bureau The Auto Channel DETROIT, January 10, 2012. Before making arrangements to fly to Motown, I thought about how the atmosphere would be this time. Would it be as pessimistic as the past two ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Retail Operations Brings More Jobs, Services to Communities Nationwide
In 2011, Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC (BSRO) created more than 650 new jobs as a result of opening 62 new automotive tire and service locations nationwide. BSRO operates nearly 2,200 Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, ExpertTire and Wheel Works locations across the United States. "Our people are our streng ... Continue reading
Clean Energy Unveils Backbone Network for America's Natural Gas Highway
The route plan for the first phase of 150 new LNG fueling stations for America's Natural Gas Highway (ANGH) was unveiled today by Clean Energy Fuels Corp. , the leading provider of natural gas fuel for transportation in North America. The company has identified 98 locations and anticipates having 70 stations open by th ... Continue reading
Just days after being revealed to the world, the new Ford Fusion is already bringing home awards. The Autoweek editorial staff has chosen Fusion for its Best in Show award at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The selection is based on one compelling measurement -- the car people will remember most fiv ... Continue reading
GM Releases First Sustainability Report as New Company
General Motors has released its first global sustainability report as a new company, reinforcing its belief that sustainability goals are best achieved when integrated into its business model. "Sustainability feeds our bottom line and sustaining a profitable business is our ultimate responsibility," said GM Chairman an ... Continue reading
More than 150 employees expected to participate across southeast Michigan Fourth annual MLK Week of Service benefits residents and strengthens partnership with the United Way of Southeastern Michigan Beginning Jan. 16, the federal holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, Chrysler Group LLC employees will c ... Continue reading
BOSTON--At the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, automotive companies are squarely focused on the connected car experience, as seen at exhibits from General Motors and Kia and others. To that end, the Strategy Analytics User Experience Practice (UEP) has released eight best practice guide ... Continue reading
Forbes' Fairy-Tale; 10 Cars to Trade-In Now for Maximum Return
SCAM: The AIADA newsletter reported that it's never been a better time to trade in a late-model vehicle on a new one, as dealers are going all out to amass a fresh supply of used cars and replenish what's become a severely depleted inventory. And they're offering top dollar for them in trade, with some of the most in-d ... Continue reading
BMW Announces Nearly $900 Million Investment, Adding 300 jobs at its South Carolina Plant in 2012
BMW announced today that the company will invest nearly $900 Million USD and add 300 new jobs in 2012 in its South Carolina plant. This announcement was made during a ceremony to commemorate a major production milestone -- 2,000,000 vehicles have rolled off the assembly line since the company began U.S. production in 1 ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries Unveils New 2012 Winnebago Journey and Itasca Meridian 42E
Winnebago Industries, Inc., a leading United States (U.S.) recreation vehicle manufacturer, introduces the new tag-axle 42E to its 2012 Winnebago Journey and Itasca Meridian Class A diesel lineup. "Our diesel products have never been better than in 2012," said Winnebago Industries' Vice President of Sales and Marketing ... Continue reading
W2 Energy Begins 2nd Generation Solar Bug
W2 Energy, Inc. (OTC: WTWO) is pleased to announce that it is currently working on a commercial redesign of the company's Solar Bug. The company has created a two seat, side by side design with cargo space. "Our target is to release this to market by 3rd quarter of 2012," reports W2 Energy's CEO, Mr. Michael McLaren. ... Continue reading
The 2012 Ram 1500 has been named U.S. News & World Report's "2012 Best Full-Size Pickup Truck for the Money" and the 2012 Jeep Wrangler has been named the "2012 Best Off-Road SUV for the Money." The Ram 1500 and Jeep Wrangler took top honors for outstanding value and availability of features buyers want. "The Ram Truck ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Race Retro Ready To Go
Race Retro is revving up to be the best ever, as it brings together rare and stunning historic motorsport marques on two and four wheels when it returns to Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 February. See rare and legendary racing cars such as the Group C Porsche 956 - the 001 first prototype ch ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - JTG Daugherty Racing Has Confidence Heading Into The 2012 Cup Series
HARRISBURG, January 10 2012: JTG Daugherty Racing co-owner Tad Geschickter stated that this NASCAR Sprint Cup Series off season was one of his best with the No. 47 Toyota Camry team that recently underwent significant changes. âAs a car owner, Iâve had more fun this winter than I have had in a long time,â& ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Dalziel Ready For Dubai
THE PLOT: Ryan Dalziel is planning to turn up the heat on his Grand-Am rivals with a fast and furious workout in Dubai. The Orlando-based prototype driver will swap his Starworks Motorsport Ford for a United Autosports Audi R8 LMS for the 24-hour showdown in the United Arab Emirates this weekend (January 12-14) and the ... Continue reading
Detroit's Big Night: NAIAS Celebrates "The Return of the Buzz"
Charity Preview ticket sales exceed 2011 with two days to go DETROIT, Mich., Jan. 12, 2012 - The Buzz is Back at Detroit's North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2012, and Fridayâs Charity Preview event will celebrate the excitement and enthusiasm felt all week at Detroit's Cobo Center. Charity Preview, De ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Hichcliffe Signs With Andretti Autosport And GoDaddy
INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 11, 2012: Andretti Autosport announced today it has signed Canadian James Hinchcliffe to a multi-year IZOD IndyCar Series deal. Hinchcliffe, a young, yet accomplished racer, steps into a big role as driver of the GoDaddy.com Chevrolet for 2012. In his first year in the IZOD IndyCar Series, Hinchcliff ... Continue reading
Shelby American Celebrates 50th Anniversary With limited Edition Models
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor DETROIT, January 10, 2012. Today, Shelby America gave its first press conference in history here at the Detroit Auto Show. John Luft, CEO of Shelby American said: âWe always teamed up (with Ford) presenting our models. But we are a car company, so why not do a presentation al ... Continue reading
Quantum Awarded Contract from Mahindra & Mahindra (India) for Hydrogen Vehicle Development
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc. , a global leader in natural gas, hydrogen and hybrid electric vehicle technologies, today announced that it was awarded an engineering development contract from the leading Indian automaker Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., to develop hydrogen systems for a mini-bus platform. U ... Continue reading
Nissan Sets All-Time Record European Sales in 2011
Calendar year sales increase by 140,000 units versus 2010 - - Record 2011 sales up 25% year-on-year - Highest ever European market share of 3.7% - Top Asian brand in major markets - Russia sales increase nearly 75% - Qashqai sales top a quarter of a million units Nissan today confirmed it smashed its sales record for E ... Continue reading
TruCar Must Eliminate Bird Dog Spiff Business Model In Virginia
Washington DC January 12, 2012; ThE aiada NEWSLETTER REPORTED THAT TrueCar will Adopt Subscription Fees in Virginia in Bid for Regulators' OK TrueCar.com said Wednesday that it will change its fee structure in Virginia, after regulators there determined that dealerships using the internet shopping service were violatin ... Continue reading
Vincentric Releases Dynamic TCO: Fleet Edition Calculator
TCO: Fleet Edition calculator. This new lifecycle cost tool applies Vincentric's Dynamic TCO Technology and Total Cost-of-Ownership (TCO) data to create the most comprehensive and customizable lifecycle cost system ever made available to the fleet industry. Dynamic TCO: Fleet Edition is primarily deployed through a sof ... Continue reading
New Porsche 911 Wins What Car? 'Performance Car Of The Year'
The new Porsche 911 Carrera S has been named 'Performance Car of the Year' at the annual What Car? Awards held in London last night. ... Continue reading
Vehicle Make / Model / Years FORD / ESCAPE / 2001-2002 Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Manufacturer's Report Date: JAN 04, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V005000 NHTSA Action Number: EA10002 Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Potential Number of Units Affected: 244,530 Summary: FORD IS ... Continue reading
2013 Porsche Boxster Details +Video
Never before in the history of the Porsche Boxster has a change of generation been so comprehensive. The open-top two-seat car receives an entirely new lightweight body and a completely revamped chassis. The new Boxster weighs less than the previous generation and rides on a longer wheelbase and a wider track. These ... Continue reading
Clean Energy Unveils Backbone Network for America's Natural Gas Highway
SEAL BEACH, Calif.--The route plan for the first phase of 150 new LNG fueling stations for America's Natural Gas Highway (ANGH) was unveiled today by Clean Energy Fuels Corp. , the leading provider of natural gas fuel for transportation in North America. The company has identified 98 locations and anticipates having 70 ... Continue reading
RECALL: Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey
FORD / FREESTAR 2004-2005 MERCURY / MONTEREY 2004-2005 FORD MOTOR COMPANY JAN 04, 2012 12V006000 EA09016 EA09016 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER 205,896 FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AND 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND MERCURY MONTEREY VEHICLES. THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT MAY FAIL. THIS CO ... Continue reading
Toyota Introduces The 2012 Land Cruiser V8
Positioned as the ultimate Toyota Land Cruiser, the Land Cruiser V8 has never wanted for much in terms of quality, performance, luxury and unmissable road presence ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors In The UK Announces A New Dealer In Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Mitsubishi Motors in the UK is delighted to confirm the appointment of Riverside Mitsubishi, who opened their doors in Doncaster to the public on Monday 9th this week. ... Continue reading
Crossover To The New 12MY Mitsubishi ASX
The first allocation of Mitsubishi Motors' new model year ASX arrives in the UK this week. The urban crossover vehicle, like its predecessor, offers best possible choice of practical, stylish and environmentally responsible family cars. ... Continue reading
Alfa Romeo UK Records Highest Yearly Sales Figure Since 2002
Italian car manufacturer Alfa Romeo has increased its market share in the UK, recording - at the end of 2011 - a volume share increase of 30.8%, while also recording the highest yearly new registration figure for the marque (11,563 cars) since 2002. ... Continue reading
Clear Channel Takes Delivery Of First Citroen DS4 5-Door Coupés
Clear Channel UK has just taken delivery of its first Citroën DS4s as part of a single source agreement for the supply of its fleet cars. ... Continue reading
Close Announce Proton UK Cars Partnership
Close Motor Finance are pleased to announce they have entered into an official partnership with the UK arm of the Malaysian motor manufacturer Proton Cars as of the 9th January 2012. ... Continue reading
A Happier New Year At Your Local Skoda Showroom
Forget the High Street, the best bargains for motorists looking to buy from an award-winning model range this New Year is at a local Å koda retailer. Each is offering a host of tempting winter offers designed to save money on a range of award-winning cars. ... Continue reading
Darren Payne Appointed As Renault UK's New Sales Director
Renault UK has announced the appointment of Darren Payne as its new Sales Director with immediate effect. ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Opens Ampera Order Banks Today
Vauxhall has today opened its order books for the revolutionary Ampera E-REV, and announced full specs and pricing, along with details of its 23-strong dealer network and a Vauxhall HQ-based customer liaison for every owner. ... Continue reading
Green Car Journal Announces 2012 Green Car Vision Award Finalists
Green Car Journal has announced five finalists for its 2012 Green Car Vision Award and will announce the winner on Jan. 26 during The Washington Auto Show's Public Policy Preview Day at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The 2012 finalists are: the BMW i3, using an all-electric powertrain; the Cadillac ELR ext ... Continue reading
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