Haartz Supplies First Striped Convertible Topping for Chevrolet on the 60th Anniversary Corvette
Haartz has topped the iconic convertible since the first model rolled off the assembly line Acton, Mass. Feb. 22, 2012; The Haartz Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of soft top convertible material, announced today it is supplying the convertible topping for the 2013 60th Anniversary Corvette. This is the firs ... Continue reading
SAE International and ABOUT Publishing Group Agree to Strategic Publishing Partnership
SAE International and ABOUT Publishing Group have agreed to a strategic partnership that enables SAE International to sell selected ABOUT Publishing‚ market reports. This new endeavor will focus on content that is highly pertinent to mobility engineers, especially for those interested in the field of electrification o ... Continue reading
RECALL: 2012 Honda Pilot and Acura MDX
Statement by American Honda Regarding Fuel Tank Recall: Honda will voluntarily recall approximately 8,700 model-year 2012 Honda Pilot and Acura MDX vehicles in the United States to inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank. The vent shut float (VSF) valve case, a component of the emissions-related on-board fuel ... Continue reading
2012 Kia Soul+ Review by Carey Russ
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS A "mid-cycle product freshening" seems to be part of the life cycle of every car line, and that can be anything from minor trim changes to fairly significant alterations. The Kia Soul enters its third year for 2012, and gets its freshening. Which takes advantage of recent changes a ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Coughlin Reaches Podium In Third Night Of World Series Stock Car Event
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Feb. 21, 2012: JEGS.com Chevrolet driver Cody Coughlin had one of the best nights in his young career Tuesday, earning his first career pole and finishing third in the 25-lap Pro Late Model race as part of the 46th World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing at New Smyrna Speedway. Coughlin, 16, has impr ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Hamlin Comments Prior To The Duels
DENNY HAMLIN, No. 11 FedEx Toyota Camry, Joe Gibbs Racing What is the strategy for your Duel race? "Our strategy is to get the best starting spot possible. With heating issues that we had, we seem like we've got that sorted out a little bit. NASCAR's giving us a little bit bigger PRV (pressure release valve) valve -- I ... Continue reading
Sanctioning Body News - NASCAR Celebrates Diversity Accomplishments
DAYTONA BEACH, Feb. 22, 2012: The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) today celebrated the outstanding achievements of ground-breaking individuals and organizations in the area of diversity at the fifth annual NASCAR Diversity Awards Luncheon. "NASCAR, its teams, tracks, sponsors and industry stakeh ... Continue reading
UPS Honors Florida Drivers for 25 Years of Safe Driving
UPS today announced 72 elite drivers from Florida are among 1,235 newly inducted worldwide into the Circle of Honor, an honorary organization for UPS drivers who have achieved 25 or more years of accident-free driving. ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Grid For First Gatorade Duel
Row 1: 1. 99 Carl Edwards Fastenal Ford 2. 88 Dale Earnhardt Jr. Diet Mountain Dew/National Guard Chevrolet Row 2: 3. 9 Marcos Ambrose Stanley Ford 4. ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Grid For Second Gatorade Duel
Row 1: 1. 16 Greg Biffle 3M Ford 2. 13 Casey Mears GEICO Ford Row 2: 3. 24 Jeff Gordon Drive to End Hunger Chevrolet 4. 56 Martin Truex Jr. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Town & County will be adapted for wheelchair accessibility This custom minivan to be given away in May during National Mobility Awareness Month Minivan recipient will be a winner in "Local Hero" contest Chrysler Group LLC is donating a 2012 Chrysler Town & Country minivan as part of National Mobility Awareness ... Continue reading
Automotive Infotainment Electronics Market Set for Growth in 2012
Following expansions in 2010 and 2011, the global market for automotive infotainment systems is set to expand by another 3 percent in 2012, driven by rising car production and increasing electronic content in vehicles. Automotive infotainment revenue in 2011 amounted to $32.5 billion, up 3.4 percent from 2010, accordin ... Continue reading
Fisker Automotive's Bill Tally to Speak at Motor Press Guild's February Newsmaker Luncheon
On Feb. 28, Motor Press Guild (MPG), the largest automotive media association in North America, will host its monthly meeting at the Proud Bird Restaurant in Los Angeles with guest speaker Bill Tally, director of vehicle integration for Fisker Automotive. Tally will present the 2012 Fisker Karma now that pricing, emiss ... Continue reading
Jeep is the First Domestic Automotive Brand to Garner 2 Million Facebook Fans
The Jeep brand is celebrating a major milestone today as its Facebook page has reached over 2 million fans. The brand is the first domestic automotive brand to hit the 2 million mark on Facebook, outpacing the next closest domestic brand by approximately 700,000 fans. "On behalf of the entire Jeep brand team, I would l ... Continue reading
Auto Interest Rates Hit Lowest Levels Since 2008, According to Experian Automotive
Experian Automotive today announced that the automotive loan market showed continued improvement, with interest rates for new and used vehicle loans reaching the lowest levels since 2008, according to its quarterly automotive credit analysis. In Q4 2011, average credit scores for new and used vehicle loans also dropped ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Rolls Out the Best Tires in Nine Categories
Ratings reveal tires continue to improve but new vehicle tires could give cause for concern Choosing good tires is critical -- they can bring out the best in a car's braking and handling capabilities and keep occupants safe in an emergency situation. In its latest tests of more than 150 tires, Consumer Reports identifi ... Continue reading
New-vehicle retail sales performance in February has been strong month-to-date, with the selling rate outperforming January's, according to a monthly sales forecast developed by J.D. Power and Associates Power Information Network® (PIN) and LMC Automotive. Retail Light-Vehicle Sales February new-vehicle retail sales a ... Continue reading
Camp Jeep at the 2012 Cleveland Auto Show
02.23.2012 On- and off-road driving course demonstrates legendary 4x4 capability of Jeep brand vehicles Consumers can experience first-hand the attributes of the entire Jeep vehicle lineup without leaving the show floor The Jeep brand is bringing Camp Jeep, a unique, interactive, off-road experience to consumers attend ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Recognizes a Film Icon in Motion
Hollywood's love affair with motion is not exclusive to pictures, but also with the wheels belonging to the iconic Mercedes-Benz SL, which has played a role in over 150 movies and television programs in its lifespan not to mention fame on studio lots and the streets of Tinseltown. The legendary SL, for a span of six de ... Continue reading
The all-new Ford Ranger has cemented its position as Europe's safest pick-up after passing Euro NCAP's toughest-ever safety assessment. ... Continue reading
New Generation i30 Family To Be Extended At Geneva Show
Ahead of its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, the New Generation i30 wagon has today broken cover. It is the second member of the New Generation i30 family, and joins the five-door hatchback to broaden the appeal of Hyundai's C-segment range. ... Continue reading
Plain Sailing For Partnership Between Renault And Dame Ellen Macarthur
On behalf of her Foundation, Dame Ellen MacArthur has just taken proud delivery of one of the first 100% electric Kangoo Van Z.E.s in the country, presented by Renault UK Managing Director, Thierry Sybord, at the marque's largest UK showroom in West London. ... Continue reading
Honda Brings Together Emotion and Rationality with New Civic App
Honda has introduced a mobile smartphone application to support the launch of its new Civic model across Europe and to create an emotional engagement with customers in what is predominantly a rational part of the buying process in delivering information ... Continue reading
Audi Q3 is Top Of The Class in 2011 Euro NCAP Crash Tests
The Audi Q3 has been rated best in class in the 'Small Off-Road 4x4' category by the European consumer protection initiative Euro NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme). The Q3 received five stars - the highest possible score - for passive crash safety. ... Continue reading
Range Rover Evoque Scoops Car Of The Year Award +VIDEO
MSN Cars is delighted to announce that the Range Rover Evoque has been named the winner of the eighth annual MSN Cars Car of the Year award. ... Continue reading
Kia Signs on to Support World Environment Day 2012
Kia Motors Corporation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to confirm its support for the organization's hallmark World Environment Day (WED). The official signing ceremony took place at the United Nations compound in Nairobi, Kenya and marked Kia's continued co ... Continue reading
Audi Australia launches Facebook with live coverage from Bathurst 12 Hour
Motoring enthusiasts will get an unique insight into the Audi customer racing teams tipped to take out line honours at the Armor All Bathurst 12 Hour (February 24-26, 2012), with the launch of Audi Australia on Facebook. ... Continue reading
Bentley Reveals New Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification
Bentley will unveil a highly distinctive and sporting interpretation of the Mulsanne at the Geneva Show next month. The new Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification blends a range of striking design features including unique 21-inch alloy wheels, Bentley Flying 'B'wing vents and Diamond Quilted leather trimmed cabin wit ... Continue reading
PROTON Motorsports dominated the second round of the FIA Super 2000 World Rally Championship, with P-G Andersson taking a three-minute SWRC victory on Rally Sweden, which ended in Karlstad this afternoon. ... Continue reading
The 208 GTi Concept - The Return of an Iconic Legend
Peugeot will present two expressions of the Marque's upmarket trend in the supermini segment. These concept cars interpret the generation leap already defined by the 208 but in different contexts. The XY Concept is intended for city dwellers who love distinction and refinement, whereas the GTi Concept re-generates an i ... Continue reading
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