Hyundai Motor America was presented with the Urban Car of the Year award for its 2012 Veloster and the Corporate Social Responsibility Project of the Year award for its principle CSR program, Hyundai Hope on Wheels at the 16th Annual Urban Wheel Awards. The esteemed automotive event was held this week at the Motor City ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group LLC will host an analyst webcast and conference call to review and discuss its preliminary fourth-quarter and year-end 2011 financial results on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012, at 8 a.m. ET/ 1 p.m. UK/ 2 p.m. CET. ... Continue reading
BMW Delivers First All-Electric ActiveE in the US
The next chapter in BMWâs EV development takes to the road Woodcliff Lake, NJ â January 13, 2012; BMW today delivered the first all-electric ActiveE in the US and began the next chapter in its electromobility strategy. Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO of BMW of North America presented the keys to a BMW Acti ... Continue reading
BMW 3 Series Through The Years
Munich. During the course of more than three and a half decades, the face of the BMW 3 Series has constantly evolved. Designers have always managed to incorporate dynamics, innovation and aesthetics into a harmonious, modern and future-oriented overall concept, whilst at the same time preserving traditional values. As ... Continue reading
2014 BMW X4 To Be Built In Expanded ($900 Million) Spartanburg, S.C. Factory
BMW Adding 300 jobs at its South Carolina Plant in 2012 And Celebrating 2,000,000 vehicles produced in U.S. Spartanburg, S.C. â January 12, 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 ... Continue reading
Alcoa announced today that its Brazilian operations has received Gold Certification from the Brazil Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol Program for transparency in reporting and quantifying its emissions inventories in 2010. The certification was granted following an assessment by independent Brazilian auditor Vanzolini Foun ... Continue reading
Star Mazda - Veach Signs With Andretti Autosport In 2012
INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 13, 2012: Andretti Autosport announced today it has signed Zach Veach to compete in the 2012 Star Mazda Championship presented by Goodyear. Veach will drive the #77 Team Zakosi Data Backup car. Though this will be his first full season in the series, Veach is no stranger to the Star Mazda Championshi ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Toyota Cup Testing Daytona - Day 2
JOEY LOGANO, No. 20 Home Depot/Dollar General Toyota Camry, Joe Gibbs Racing What did you learn in this morning's test session? "We've made single-car runs all morning, so I don't have anything exciting to tell you. Just making changes and go out there and try it again." What are you anticipating testing in a pack this ... Continue reading
Average Fuel Economy for New Cars Sold Increased by 0.5 MPG in 2011
TrueCar.com, today provided actual economy numbers from new car sales indicating TrueMPG (TM) will increase to 22.2 mpg in 2011 compared to 21.7 mpg in 2010. In December 2011, light vehicle auto sales show TrueMPG(TM) increased to 22.2 mpg from 21.7 mpg in December 2010, and decreased from November 2011 at 22.3 mpg. "A ... Continue reading
FULLERTON, Jan. 12, 2012:Yokohama Tire Corporation-sponsored off-road racers, including Trophy Truck veteran Cameron Steele, begin the season at the 18th annual SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge in Laughlin, Nevada, January 14-15. Steele, along with his Desert Assassin team, will be competing on various Yokohama Geolanda ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Day 1 AM Daytona Cup Testing
Daytona Testing Day 1 -- AM Session -- Notes & Quotes Daytona International Speedway - January 12, 2012 KYLE BUSCH, No. 18 M&M's Toyota Camry, Joe Gibbs Racing How was the morning test session? "So far, so good. It's good to be back in a race car and get the feeling for everything and work the bugs out a little bit -- ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Edwards Takes A Bite Of Big Apple During NYC Media Tour
CONCORD, Jan. 12, 2012: Carl Edwards made the most of his day in New York City on Tuesday spending time with several major media outlets, including co-hosting âLIVE! with Kellyâ� alongside Kelly Ripa. Edwardsâ day kicked off early with a visit to âFOX & Friends,â� chatting with Brian ... Continue reading
Automobility Program makes its debut at the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit Display features two minivans adapted for wheelchair entry with rear- and side-entrance ramps Minivans on display in NAIAS's Mobility Center Chrysler Group LLC's Automobility Program makes its debut at the 2012 ... Continue reading
Audi Launches Campaign to Celebrate Revolutionary quattro All-Wheel Drive Technology
Audi today announced a new advertising and marketing campaign to celebrate its innovative all-wheel drive technology, quattro Audi quattro is the top-selling luxury all-wheel drive system in the world, providing superior traction and handling and a balanced drive no matter the road condition. Audi is the only premium m ... Continue reading
Join In The February Fun At Beaulieu! 11th - 19th February 2012
During February half-term week, from 11th - 19th February, young visitors can join in February Fun at Beaulieu and take part in a James Bond-themed quiz trail and an undercover army commando course. ... Continue reading
New York Auto Show Unveils 2012 Artwork
The New York International Auto Show is pleased to announce the launch of the 2012 poster artwork which helps set the tone for New York City's iconic 112-year-old automobile event that runs from April 6 - 15 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan. "Nothing exemplifies individual freedom better than the a ... Continue reading
Audi Enthusiasts Can Unlock Ski Tips from the Pros this Winter by Checking in on foursquare
This winter, Audi and the U.S. Ski Team help enthusiasts discover the best skiing in America. Members of the U.S. Ski Team, including Olympians Lindsey Vonn and Andrew Weibrecht, are contributing tips with the best skiing destinations to Audi's foursquare account. foursquare users who follow Audi and check in to popula ... Continue reading
Ford CEO Says US Market Recovery to Continue
Ford CEO Alan Mulally has told just-auto that he is convinced the US vehicle market can reach unit sales of 14m this year as the economy continues to improve. Mulally made the comments to just-auto at this year's North American International Auto Show in Detroit against a slew of positive economic indicators. Unemploym ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Owners Make Smart Service Plans
More than 44,000 Service Care plans were taken out by Mercedes-Benz and smart car owners in 2011, highlighting that in spite of tough economic conditions in the UK, drivers still recognise the importance of keeping their vehicles well maintained. ... Continue reading
WARNING! Don't Go To The Detroit Auto Show...
Until you check out The Auto Channel's exclusive PRESS PASS COVERAGE of the event. AUTO CENTRAL - January 13, 2012: Once again, the North American International Auto Show is a great exposition for anyone who has any interest in cars, trucks, vans, and suv's. The show is loaded with exiting new models, demonstrations, a ... Continue reading
The New Seat Ibiza - Dynamic And Innovative
The new generation of SEAT's most successful car to date is here. The new SEAT Ibiza captures the heart with its young, emotional design and fun-to-drive character, and convinces the head with innovative technology and improved functionality and quality. ... Continue reading
Porsche Announces a New Generation Boxster - The Benchmark Roadster +VIDEO
The new Porsche Boxster arrives in the UK this spring offering open-top driving enthusiasts a new generation of the benchmark roadster. The Boxster has an all-new lightweight body, new flat-six engines with direct petrol injection, a completely revised chassis and evolutionary styling. ... Continue reading
S-Class Holds On To Seven Year Reign As Best Luxury Car At The 2012 What Car? Awards
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been crowned Best Luxury Car for the seventh consecutive year in a row at the 2012 What Car? Awards, held at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Wednesday, 11 January. ... Continue reading
Jaguar C-X16 Concept Scoops What Car? Award +VIDEO
The Jaguar C-X16 Concept has been recognised by the readers of What Car? as the vehicle they would most like to see launched in 2012. ... Continue reading
New Volkswagen up! Named WHAT CAR? Car of the year 2012
Even before it has hit UK roads, the new Volkswagen up! has claimed top honours at the prestigious What Car? awards, being named Car of the Year for 2012 as well as best City Car. Taking the Car of the Year title for the sixth time makes Volkswagen the most successful manufacturer at the What Car? awards since they beg ... Continue reading
BMW Launches 3 Series Heritage Photo Competition
BMW Australia is calling on BMW 3 Series enthusiasts to submit photos from the past of themselves together with their cars, in order to recreate those memories involving the new car. ... Continue reading
Megane Renault Sport Celebrates Third What Car? Hot Hatch Award in a Row
The Megane Renault Sport 250 Cup is celebrating a famous hat-trick after being named What Car? magazine's best hot hatch for the third year running. ... Continue reading
Ford Focus Moonlight Cinema Goes Pink
Ford Australia will be 'pinking out' the Ford Focus Moonlight Cinema in Sydney and Melbourne on Tuesday, January 17 for the screening of the Hollywood movie Dirty Dancing as part of the Piece by Piece online mosaic campaign to aid the National Breast Cancer Foundation. ... Continue reading
Kia Fleet Keeps Australian Open on the Move
For the 11th year in a row, Kia Motors' unwavering support of the Australian Open tennis has continued with the delivery of nearly 100 specially-equipped courtesy vehicles to keep the tournament's players, officials and guests on the move. ... Continue reading
2012 Paris Motor Show Coverage
Up to the minute 2012 Paris Motor Show Coverage ... Continue reading
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