With New Lexus Hybrids, MPG is Miles Ahead of the Competition
Companies offering hybrid car rentals are being shown the way by MPG, a company so far ahead, their fleet of green cars and hybrids features new 2012 models even your greenest environmentally friendly acquaintance probably hasn't heard of yet. But they will soon, and when they do they'll be green with envy. MPG offers ... Continue reading
New Bentley Continental Makes Dramatic Entry into Munich +VIDEO
Bentley Motors celebrated the arrival of its new 4.0 litre V8 Continental GT coupe in Germany with a sensational flying debut above downtown Munich. Anyone struggling through the rush hour would have seen the bright red Bentley taking a dramatic short-cut, suspended beneath a helicopter, to beat the traffic jams and ar ... Continue reading
See the Detroit (NAIAS) and LA Auto Show for the first time...or relive the experience AUTO CENTRAL - January 25, 2012: America's top two consumer car expositions are now over. But that doesn't mean that you have to miss out on all the fun, information and excitement. The Auto Channel's exclusive PRESS PASS COVERAGE of ... Continue reading
2012 Acura RDX SH-AWD Review By John Heilig
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS : 2012 Acura RDX Model: 2012 Acura RDX SH-AWD Engine: 2.3-liter DOHC turbocharged I4 Horsepower/Torque: 240 hp @ 6,000 rpm/260 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic Wheelbase: 104.3 in. Length/Width/Height: 182.5 x 73.6 x 65.2 in. Tires: P235/55R18 Cargo volume: ... Continue reading
89 Million Insurance Telematics Subscribers Globally by 2017, Says ABI Research
The number of global insurance telematics users will grow at a CAGR of 90% from 1.85 million in 2010 to 89 million in 2017. Dominique Bonte, group director, telematics and navigation, comments, While insurance telematics or usage based insurance (UBI) is far from a recent phenomenon -- US-based Progressive was alread ... Continue reading
The Weather Channel and Car Care Council Collaborate on Content for Motorists
15 Million Daily Visitors Dramatically Expands Be Car Care Aware Audience The Weather Channel Companies (TWCC) will feature vehicle care and maintenance content from the Car Care Council on weather.com, its popular online weather news and information site. A top-20 website, weather.com and the digital properties of The ... Continue reading
Consumer Groups Denounce Attack on Consumer Watchdog
Mercury Insurance is only beneficiary of smear campaign From Consumer Federation of California Eight California Based consumer organizations issued this statement in response to a press release announcing the launch of a website attacking Consumer Watchdog: The latest attack on Consumer Watchdog proves that when you ta ... Continue reading
Progressive International Motorcycle Show to Open in Chicago
Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, BRP, Triumph, Yamaha, Zero Motorcycles and more are set to unveil new-model motorcycles at the upcoming Progressive International Motorcycle Show Media Preview at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, before the show opens to the public. ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts Gives Consumers the Power to Close the Loop with Valvoline NextGen Motor Oil
Advance Auto Parts and Valvoline are teaming up to bring engine performance and environmental responsibility together like never before. Consumers can now return their used oil to any of the more than 3,300 Advance Auto Parts stores nationwide and purchase Valvoline NextGen to help "Close the Loop" and receive a specia ... Continue reading
A new liquefied natural gas (LNG) fueling station built, owned and operated by Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has opened in Seville, Ohio to support the expanding fleet of LNG trucks deployed by major contract freight carrier Dillon Transport serving Owens Corning. Also available 24/7 for public access, the station is locate ... Continue reading
U.S. Army to Showcase Quantum Hybrid Electric Alternative Mobility Vehicle at the Chicago Auto Show
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a global leader in natural gas, hydrogen and hybrid electric vehicle technologies, announced today that the U.S. Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) is sending the Quantum Clandestine Extended Range Vehicle (CERV) to the Chicag ... Continue reading
New BMW 3 Series Saloon Gets Ready for Sale +VIDEO
Extends BMW's lead in efficiency and dynamics. Four engines at launch, with more to follow. More space, more comfort and more luxury. Eight-speed automatic gearbox available across the range. Four-wheel-drive and hybrid versions to be offered HORSHAM, England - February 10, 2012: The new BMW 3 Series Saloon is a car of ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Electric Vehicle Industry Profitability 2012
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Electric Vehicle Industry Profitability 2012" report to their offering. This report spells out the "Rules of the Marketplace" and sets them against the activities of many organisations active in the electric vehicle (EV) value chain to explain how to create succes ... Continue reading
ALMS GT - Chopard Porsche From Paul Miller Racing To Race On Dunlop Tires For 2012
PARSIPPANY, February 8, 2012: Paul Miller Racing and co-drivers Bryce Miller and Sascha Maassen have good reasons for optimism in the 2012 American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patrón season. Heading into its second full season of ALMS competition, the team announced today it would use Dunlop tires on a brand ... Continue reading
NHRA Pro Stock - Six-time Pomona Champion Coughlin Ready For New Chapter
POMONA, Feb. 8, 2012: Jeg Coughlin Jr. admits to feeling butterflies in his stomach every time he drives through the gates of Auto Club Raceway in Pomona, and this weekend will certainly be no different as the five-time world champion unveils his JEGS.com/Mopar Dodge Avenger for the first time in competition. "It's tim ... Continue reading
Motorsports Brands - The Mosquito Patch And Motorhead Racing Company Set To Make Debut At Daytona
BATON ROUGE, February 8, 2012: When the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards rolls into Daytona International Speedway for the season-opening Lucas Oil Slick Mist 200 on Saturday, February 18th, Baton Rouge, La - based The Mosquito Patch will be making their company debut in a big way. The Mosquito Patch is teaming ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Rahal/Sato Press Transcript
Indianapolis, Feb. 8, 2012: Q. Bobby, talk about the team's recent news. How excited are you to add a driver of the quality of Takuma and how did your relationship start? BOBBY RAHAL: I'm excited that Taku has joined us for our 2012 IndyCar season. I had a chance to see Taku not when he first started racing but when he ... Continue reading
Green Automotive Signs Merger Agreement With Matter of Time I
Green Automotive Company (OTC: GACR) announced today that it has entered into a Merger Agreement and Plan of Reorganization with its wholly owned subsidiary, Matter of Time I Inc. 'The merger will close following the filing of the Matter of Time annual report on Form 10-Kâ According to Mr. Fred Luke, President of ... Continue reading
NHRA Pro Stock - Jeg Coughlin Jr Pre-race Notes - 52nd Annual NHRA Winternationals
In 2012, Jeg Coughlin Jr. will be making his return to the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series after a one-year hiatus. Jeg Jr will be driving the all-new JEGS.com / Mopar - Dodge Avenger in the Pro Stock class. Jeg Coughlin Jrâs JEGS.com / Mopar - Dodge Avenger will be powered by Mopar Hemi engines supplied by ... Continue reading
Nissan INVITATION concept to Debut at 2012 Geneva Motor Show +VIDEO
An inspiration for Nissan's forthcoming new model in the compact hatchback segment to join Micra and Juke. Technology includes advanced safety features as well as strong fuel economy and low emissions LONDON - February 10, 2012: Nissan has revealed the first details of a head-turning hatchback concept which previews th ... Continue reading
Race Champion Markku Alen Tests the Ferrari FF in a Snow-Covered Forest +VIDEO
MARANELLO, Italy - February 10, 2012: "What happens when a former World Rally Champion gets behind the wheel of an FF for a challenge on a forest track completely covered in snow? This exceptional event was captured on camera by Ferrari.com, who followed this very special day for Markku Alen on the Arjeplog track, in N ... Continue reading
Anthony Davidson Confirmed For Toyota Racing at Le Mans
Anthony Davidson, one of the world's most accomplished endurance racing drivers, has been recruited to drive an additional Toyota TS030 Hybrid at this year's Le Mans 24 Hours (16-17 June). ... Continue reading
Future Hybrids, Fun And More From Toyota at Geneva Motor Show
The rejuvenation of Toyota can be witnessed "in the metal" at the Geneva motor show, with a display of future showroom and concept models, shown in Europe for the first time. ... Continue reading
Docklands Shines as Precious Diamonds Roll in by the Dozen
The Victorian Renault Car Club's annual Renault Round-Up takes place on Sunday 19th February at the Waterfront City, Docklands. ... Continue reading
Racing Gibsons are joint 2012 PI Classic Patrons
Australia's most famous husband and wife touring car team of Fred and Christine Gibson are joint Patrons of the 2012 Phillip Island Classic Festival of Motorsport from March 9-11. ... Continue reading
Commonwealth Swimming Champion To Mentor Rhys Walker
The Jaguar Academy of Sport is delighted to announce that Special Recognition Award Winner Rhys Walker will receive one-to-one mentoring from British swimmer Adam Whitehead. ... Continue reading
New Ford B-Max's Easy Access Door System Is 'Car Designer's Dream' Come To Life
Ford has unveiled a unique door system that brings unrivalled ease-of-access to the all-new B-MAX. ... Continue reading
Caterham Appoints Kart Project Leader
Caterham Motorsport has appointed 20-year old karting ace, Laura Tillett, to assist with development of the new karting championship it will launch in 2013. ... Continue reading
His Majesty King Mohammed VI Inaugurates New Renault-Nissan Alliance Plant in Tangier
His Majesty King Mohammed VI today inaugurated the new Renault-Nissan Alliance plant in Tangier, Morocco, at a special ceremony attended by Carlos Ghosn, Chairman of Renault and Nissan ... Continue reading
Track To Road: Alfa Romeo UK Helps Hannah England Learn To Drive
World Championship 1500m silver medallist, Hannah England, is taking her mind off the pressures of the up-coming 2012 season by setting herself the challenge of passing her driving test with Alfa Romeo, official car supplier to UK athletics (UKA). ... Continue reading
The New Aston Martin V12 Zagato
With the final design signed-off and engineering development work progressing apace, Aston Martin today reveals the first images of the new V12 Zagato (road car) scheduled for production later this year. ... Continue reading
AutoNation Presents LIVE "Energy & Autos" Town Hall Meeting - Friday 8AM EST - WATCH IT HERE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - February 9, 2012: AutoNation, Inc. , Mike Jackson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AutoNation, America's largest automotive retailer, and Bob Carter, Group Vice President and General Manager, Toyota USA, along with Eric Silagy, President of Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), will jointly ... Continue reading
First Images of New Aston Martin V12 Zagato +VIDEO
GAYDON, England - February 9, 2012: With the final design signed-off and engineering development work progressing apace, Aston Martin today reveals the first images of the new V12 Zagato (road car) scheduled for production later this year. The V12 Zagato is the pinnacle of the Vantage range. It is also the latest expre ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi to Debut New Outlander at 2012 Geneva Motor Show +VIDEO
CYPRESS, CA - February 9, 2012: Mitsubishi will present the global debut of the all-new Mitsubishi Outlander at the 82nd Geneva International Motor Show which runs from March 6 through March 18. The new-generation Outlander was built to be eco-friendly and it accomplishes this as it delivers fuel efficiency and CO2 emi ... Continue reading
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