2013 Ford Taurus Limited Review By Carey Russ
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2013 Ford Taurus Limited Once, long ago, the full-size sedan was the mainstay of the American automotive world. Then came the SUV fad; and there went large sedans. But life is cyclical, and as monster SUVs gave way to crossovers, the full-size sedan made a comeback. Not everyone wh ... Continue reading
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Compressed Natural Gas Vehicle Market in the APAC Region 2011-2015" report to their offering. 'Compressed Natural Gas Vehicle Market in the APAC Region 2011-2015' One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is increasing fuel prices. The Compressed N ... Continue reading
Porsche Gears up for Historic Week on the Monterey Peninsula
At its traditional location on Peter Hay Hill overlooking the famed Lodge at Pebble Beach, Porsche will exhibit the latest iterations of its Cayenne, Panamera, Boxster and 911 model lines next to their inspirational forbearers of decades ago at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance weekend, August 17-19, 2012 ... Continue reading
A fuel economy hat trick -- Ford C-MAX Hybrid earns 47 across the board Ford once again raises the fuel-economy bar with the all-new C-MAX Hybrid, which is now EPA-certified at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway and 47 mpg combined -- beating Toyota Prius v by up to 7 mpg. ... Continue reading
SmartDrive Study Finds Eco-Driving Improves Fuel Economy Nearly 14% in Waste-Hauling Fleets
SmartDrive Systems, a market leader in driving intelligence solutions that improve safety, reduce collisions and improve fuel efficiency, today announced the results of its Waste-Hauling Fleet Fuel Efficiency Study. The findings reveal that waste-hauling fleets can reduce fuel consumption on average as much as 13.8%, s ... Continue reading
Boston-Power to Supply Battery Systems to Beijing Electric Vehicle Company
Boston-Power, Inc., the rapidly growing provider of next-generation lithium-ion battery cells, modules and systems, today announced a multi-year agreement to provide battery systems to Beijing Electric Vehicle Company (BJEV), the electric vehicle delivery arm of Beijing Automotive Industry Company (BAIC). Reflecting a ... Continue reading
ROXIMITY -- a new location-aware retail app -- launches along with compatibility with Ford SYNC AppLink Developers of ROXIMITY won the SYNC App Developer Challenge at the 2011 TechCrunch Disrupt Hackathon ROXIMITY team recently selected for prestigious TechStars entrepreneurial business accelerator program in Boulder, ... Continue reading
Fireball Tim Unveils Completed REDSTER - Pt 5 +VIDEO
HOLLYWOOD, CA - August 8, 2012: In the final episode of the REDSTER Chevrolet pick-up build an excited Fireball Tim reveals a stunningly beautiful machine. ... Continue reading
2012 Scion iQ Review By Carey Russ
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Scion iQ The Scion iQ is not a car for everyone, nor is it meant to be. It's the Americanized version of a car sold in Asia and Europe as the Toyota iQ, built for the densely-crowded cities on those continents. America is the land of wide-open spaceââ¬Â¦ except in our ... Continue reading
All-New 2013 Honda Accord Will Debut with Premium and Sophisticated Exterior Styling
Honda today revealed the first images of the much anticipated all-new 2013 Honda Accord Sedan and Accord Coupe, set to go on sale this fall. The most sculpted Accord ever delivers an even more spacious and luxurious passenger cabin wrapped in an upscale, sophisticated exterior designed to stand the test of time. ... Continue reading
MWW Automotive Awarded Continuation of Ford F-150 Component Production Through 2013
MWW Automotive Group (OTCQB: MWWCD), a global design, engineering, and manufacturing firm serving some of the world's leading automotive and industrial manufacturers, announced today that it has been awarded the continuation of the currently ongoing production for the painting and fulfillment of interior parts for the ... Continue reading
Auto Manufacturers Converge in Oklahoma to Discuss CNG Vehicles for State Fleets
Representatives from the nation's auto manufacturers, including the Big Three, are in Oklahoma City today to meet with Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin and procurement experts to ask questions surrounding a recently issued multistate request for proposal. The RFP, which comes as a result of a nationwide, bi-partisan effor ... Continue reading
2012 Kia Soul Tops "10 Best Back-To-School Cars" List By Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com
The award-winning Kia Soul has been spotlighted once again, this time being named as this year's No. 1 vehicle on the coveted "10 Best Back-to-School Cars in 2012" list by Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com, a leading provider of new and used car information. Lauded for its exceptional value, reliability and style, the Soul is ... Continue reading
10n2 Technologies Develops Software to Put the Brakes on Texting Behind the Wheel
Texting while driving is three times more dangerous than drunk driving1. In an effort to curb the global crisis of distracted driving, 10n2 Technologies introduces OneProtect to its portfolio of smartphone solutions that help safeguard teens, family members or loved ones from potentially life-threatening distractions. ... Continue reading
2012 Jeep Patriot Latitude 4x4 Review By Carey Russ
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Jeep Patriot Latitude 4x4 Jeep has an enviably long history manufacturing off-road vehicles that are beyond merely capable, but the vast majority of today's SUV/crossover buyers want car-like comfort and all of the conveniences of home -- even if they don't have much money to ... Continue reading
AAPC: New Economic Study Concludes Trade Deal Won't Open Japan's Auto Market
WASHINGTON, D.C. August 8, 2012;The Economic Strategy Institute released a report titled âThe Trans-Pacific Partnership and Japanâ that underscores that the United States will lock in a one-sided trade relationship with Japan if they join the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). The report authored by renowned gl ... Continue reading
Transformed Hybrid Wing Body X-48c Flies Successfully +VIDEO
Edwards AFB, Calif. August 8, 2012; NASA reported that a remotely piloted X-48C aircraft successfully flew for the first time Tuesday at Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert. The aircraft, designed by The Boeing Co. and built by Cranfield Aerospace Limited of the United Kingdom, is flying again in partn ... Continue reading
17 New EPA Certifications For Propane Liquid Injection Bi-fuel Systems For GM Vehicles
Icom North America, a leading developer and manufacturer of liquid-injection propane (autogas) systems for commercial and consumer vehicles, has received 17 new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certifications for its patented JTG II Propane Liquid Injection bi-fuel systems. The new certifications cover approx ... Continue reading
EXCLUSIVE: 2012 C.A.R. Management Briefing Seminars Day 2 - Fuel Efficiency
CENTER FOR AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH MANAGEMENT BRIEFING SEMINARS 2012 DAY 2 By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Our MBS Day Two morning panel explored, in great depth, trends in powertrain development. We heard from the R&D guys from the Detroit Three and a really smart guy from the contract-engineering firm F ... Continue reading
Nearly One in Four Car Owners are More Interested in Hybrid Vehicles than a Year Ago
When it comes to selecting a new automobile, car owners are showing an interest in purchasing a hybrid vehicle over traditional combustion engine vehicles. One-third of car owners (32%) report they have an interest in purchasing a hybrid vehicle and 23% say that their interest in hybrids has increased from a year ago. ... Continue reading
Driven by Fuel Efficiency, U.S. Auto Industry Jobs Up Nearly A Quarter Million Since 2009
New Final Federal Fuel Economy Rules for 54.5 MPG Expected in Mid-August; Highlighting MI, IN, and OH Employment Impacts, Report Available at New DrivingGrowth.org Website.With the launch of new federal vehicle fuel economy rules only about one week away, the American auto industry has grown by nearly a quarter million ... Continue reading
SCCA Pro Racing - Ford Makes A Statement At Mid-Ohio
The primary reason for the protest was driven by high engine temperatures caused by the very small restrictor the Boss 302 GTS Mustang is required to run to reduce the horsepower of the Mustang. This causes unusually high engine temperatures and all Mustangs were experiencing high engine coolant and oil temperatures. T ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Newman Race Report
Pocono, Aug. 7, 2012: Ryan Newman would have liked one more restart in the rain-shortened Pennsylvania 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race Sunday at Pocono (Pa.) Raceway. Newman, who was sixth when the race was called due to heavy rain and thunderstorms at lap 98, thought he could drive his No. 39 Haas Automation Chevrol ... Continue reading
Lucas Oil Off Road - Fans Pack the House Again
Glen Helen, Aug. 7, 2012: With the extra draw of a fun night under the lights being added to the already thrilling show that is Lucas Oil Off Road, it's no wonder that this race weekend is the most popular on the calendar. The Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, presented by GEICO, is back at Glen Helen Raceway once agai ... Continue reading
Bracket Racing - Troy Coughlin Makes Victory Lane At Stanton
STANTON, Aug. 7, 2012: Troy Coughlin Jr. returned to the winnerâs circle by driving his JEGS.com dragster to victory at this weekendâs 19th annual Huntsville Engine & Performance $50,000 World Super Pro Challenge. Coughlin got off to a fast start in the popular high stakes E.T. bracket race when he won Thursd ... Continue reading
Sanctioning Body News - Dodge To Leave NASCAR
DAYTONA BEACH, Aug. 7, 2012: âDodge has been a great partner to NASCAR for many years, and they have been part of numerous memorable moments throughout our history,â said NASCAR Chairman and CEO Brian France. âThey made a business decision not to return in 2013, as they did in 1977 before returning in 20 ... Continue reading
2012 Hyundai Azera Review By Steve Purdy
2012 HYUNDAI AZERA By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau The big news in my driveway this week is the all-new, full-size, front-wheel drive Hyundai Azera sedan. Bigger than Sonata, smaller than Equus and priced barely more than 30 grand, the Azera is poised to make a big splash in its segment of the market. ... Continue reading
2013 Nissan Pathfinder Following the Trend
2013 Nissan Pathfinder last week and a briefing by the folks responsible for the modelâs development and marketing. It now joins Explorer, Durango and other former SUVs becoming transformed into a CUV. The difference, of course, is that the former are truck-based, body-on-frame vehicles and the latter generally ca ... Continue reading
2013 Honda Accord Pictures and Release Details
All-New 2013 Honda Accord Will Debut with Premium and Sophisticated Exterior Styling Most sculpted Accord ever is bigger on the inside and smaller on the outside TORRANCE, Calif., August 8, 2012 - Honda today revealed the first images of the much anticipated all-new 2013 Honda Accord Sedan and Accord Coupe, set to go o ... Continue reading
Warm sunshine greeted the first Simply Japanese, held in the grounds of the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, on Sunday, 5th August. ... Continue reading
What Car? Magazine Ranks Mazda MX-5 As Britain's Most Reliable Car
In its annual reliability survey of more than 50,000 cars What Car? magazine has confirmed that the iconic Mazda MX-5 sportscar is the most reliable car in Britain. ... Continue reading
News From Suzuki Financial Services - Launch Of Contract Hire
Suzuki Financial Services is pleased to announce the launch of its new Contract Hire relationship this month, in partnership with its long established finance provider Black Horse. ... Continue reading
Honda Joins Handa In ISPS Handa Ladies British Masters
Honda (UK) has joined forces with the inaugural ISPS Handa Ladies British Masters to become the golf tournament's official vehicle sponsor. ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports Record Sales In July
After achieving record sales in the first half of 2012, the BMW Group reported its best-ever sales result for July. With a total of 135,537 (prev. yr. 129,102) BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brand vehicles delivered worldwide last month, the company increased its sales by 5.0% compared to the previous year. ... Continue reading
Europcar Helps Customers Go Greener With 100 Yaris Hybrids
Europcar, the leader in car hire services in Europe, is continuing to invest in creating a sustainable fleet with the addition of 100 Toyota Yaris Hybrids this year, responding to customer demand for hybrid vehicles. ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Vito Taxi - Keeping Cabbies In The Black, And On The Road Earning
The Mercedes-Benz Vito Taxi is on course for a record year as it aims to build on its 40 per cent share of the Metropolitan Taxi sector in the UK. ... Continue reading
New Audi Cam Brings Servicing To The Small Screen
The term 'candid camera' takes on new meaning from this week as Audi Centre technicians across the UK double as pioneering 'Audi Cam' film producers to further the brand's quest for absolute clarity and transparency in its customer relationships. ... Continue reading
Record July Registrations Performance By Mercedes-Benz UK
Mercedes-Benz UK has continued the positive momentum established through the record-breaking sales recorded in the first six-months of the year. ... Continue reading
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