Watching My New Buick Verano Being Born
MY GREAT VERANO ADVENTURE GM gives me a royal welcome By Dar Davis Photos by Tom Burch There is nothing like a visit from Santa to lift oneâs spiritsâ¦and boy, did I have a Christmas morning experience on November 1. My âlittle-boyâ eyes opened wide and they stayed that way all day when at 10:10 a.m. ... Continue reading
2012 DuPont Automotive Color Popularity Report - World
WILMINGTON, Del., Dec. 6, 2012 â White/white pearl dominates the global automotive color popularity ranks for the second consecutive year, according to the 2012 DuPont Automotive Color Popularity Report, released today. Black/black effect moves into second place in the global ranks this year, largely due to the in ... Continue reading
Fuel Prices - Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 12.6.12
<p>Regular Gas</p> <p> Current Avg. $3.810</p> Yesterday Avg.$3.813</p> Week Ago Avg. $3.789</p> Month Ago Avg.$3.858</p> Year Ago Avg. Current Avg. $3.810p ... Continue reading
Motor Trend Names Ram 1500 as 2013 Truck of the Year
Source Interlink Media, LLC (SIM) announced today that Motor Trend has selected the Ram 1500 as its 2013 Truck of the Year. 'We had a small but solid field of contenders for Motor Trend's Truck of the Year' The announcement, made via a comprehensive feature on MotorTrend.com and a special presentation on the Motor Tr ... Continue reading
Chevron Announces $36.7 Billion Capital and Exploratory Budget for 2013
Chevron Corporation today announced a $36.7 billion capital and exploratory investment program for 2013. Included in the 2013 program are $3.3 billion of planned expenditures by affiliates, which do not require cash outlays by Chevron. 'Consistent with long-stated strategies, we're investing in a portfolio of very attr ... Continue reading
During the recent Los Angeles Auto Show, the all-new 2013 Ford Fusion was named Green Car Journal's 2013 Green Car of the Year due to what the magazine's publisher, Ron Cogan, describes as its "game-on attitude." The Steel Market Development Institute, a business unit of the American Iron and Steel Institute, commends ... Continue reading
The environment is changing for technical workforce development in the automotive industry. Vehicle electrification along with innovative technologies for navigation, communication, entertainment, and advanced safety systems have become increasingly vital components of modern vehicle engineering. Human resources profes ... Continue reading
Ford Looks Ahead to 2013, Publishes Inaugural Trend Report Revealing Key Consumer Insights
Ford publishes first-ever trend report, Looking Further with Ford, exploring 13 consumer trends expected to shape the world for 2013 and beyond New Ford trend report reveals brands can expect to see the return of consumer optimism and self-reliance in the post-recession age Looking Further with Ford report compiles yea ... Continue reading
All-new 2013 Ram 1500 Named Motor Trend Truck of the Year
The editors of Motor Trend today named the all-new 2013 Ram 1500 the magazine's 2013 Truck of the Year. "The new Ram 1500 makes a powerful statement about our company and the Ram Truck Brand," said Fred Diaz, President and CEO Ram Truck Brand and Chrysler de Mexico. "Motor Trend's Truck of the Year is an amazing honor; ... Continue reading
car2go Introduces a New Way of Carsharing in Seattle, Washington
car2go North America, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler North America, will start its carsharing service in Seattle on Dec. 19 by introducing a network of 330 car2go edition smart fortwo vehicles that will be available for shared use 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Registration for membership opens today at ... Continue reading
Cooperation on eMobility standardization was the focus of discussion during a Transatlantic Roundtable organized by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC), and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), which took place in Brussels ... Continue reading
Camping World Trucks - 2013 Series Highlights
DAYTONA BEACH, Dec. 4, 2012: For seven consecutive seasons, from 2004 through 2010, the man who raised the championship trophy at seasonâs end had already celebrated his 40th birthday. But last year, Austin Dillon continued his meteoric ascent to stardom, becoming the seriesâ youngest champion at the age of 2 ... Continue reading
Team News - Andretti Autosport 2013 Team Line Up
INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 5, 2012: The open-wheel race team Andretti Autosport announced their 2013 INDYCAR line up today at an event held at the team's Indianapolis-based racing headquarters. With a full-time stable of three IZOD IndyCar Series entries, two Firestone Indy Lights entries, two Star Mazda entries and entries in ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Gordon To Dakar In 2013
Charlotte, December 5, 2012: With no desert too large and no mountain too tall, the SPEED Energy HUMMER on victory proven Toyo Tires will once again attempt to conquer the worldâs most famous off-road event. The custom-built Dakar HUMMER driven by Robby Gordon and navigator Kellon Walch will tackle more than 8000 ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venues - 'Dega Rolls Out New Web Site
TALLADEGA, Dec. 5, 2012: Talladega Superspeedway is proud to announce the release of its new website today. The completely redesigned site focuses on being navigation-friendly and social media integrated. Fans surfing the site will immediately notice the striking new âOutlawâ look and Twitter feed prominently ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Daly To Test For AJ Foyt Racing At Sebring
Indianapolis, Dec. 5, 2012: Up and coming American driverConor Daly will test the No. 14 ABC Supply Honda-powered IndyCar at Sebring International Raceway Dec. 13 -- two days before his 21st birthday. Daly, who will be testing an IZOD IndyCar Series car for the first time, is the son of Derek Daly, a former Formula One ... Continue reading
Auto Show (NAIAS) Upgrades To Benefit Media, Manufacturers
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) today revealed new programs and major improvements that will make the entire show experience more convenient, and more productive for both media and auto manufacturers. ... Continue reading
TI Automotive Named A "Core Supplier" By PSA Peugeot Citroen
TI Automotive, a leading global supplier of fluid storage, carrying and delivery technology, was named a "Core Supplier" by PSA Peugeot Citroen today. During a ceremony held at TI Automotive's Chalons-en-Champagne, France, location, Jerome Quilhot, executive director of Powertrain and Chassis purchasing for PSA, discus ... Continue reading
Bisnar | Chase Highlights Top Five Advanced Car Safety Features in Time for LA Auto Show
The auto defects experts at Bisnar | Chase Personal Injury Attorneys today highlight the top five advanced car safety features they believe help reduce the number of catastrophic personal injuries and deaths among drivers and pedestrians. The announcement comes during the Los Angeles Auto Show, where automakers are on- ... Continue reading
The Lincoln Motor Company forges dynamic new path The Lincoln brand of Ford Motor Company is on course to once again claim the premium automotive marketplace. The introduction of The Lincoln Motor Company is marked by the unveiling of the all-new MKZ midsize luxury sedan and a strategy to break through in an unpreceden ... Continue reading
Ituran Location and Control Ltd. Announces Annual General Meeting's Results
At the Annual general meeting of the shareholders of Ituran Location and Control Ltd. (the "Company"), held on December 6, 2012, the following resolution was adopted: To approve the renewal of the appointment of Fahn Kanne & co. (a member firm of Grant Thornton international) as the Company's independent auditors for t ... Continue reading
Toyota GT86 Is Topgear Magazine's Car Of The Year
When Toyota set about creating the GT86, the guiding principle was that it should be a car devoted to the pure passion of driving. ... Continue reading
AlertDriving Hires Talent Acquisition Specialist
AlertDriving, a global leader in driver risk management solutions has announced the hiring of a Corporate Talent Acquisition Specialist, Sean Mitchell, whose mandate will be to manage and foster the growth of AlertDriving employee base to meet the demands of a growing client base and increased global sales. ... Continue reading
Ontario, Canada Helps Electric Vehicle Drivers to Plug In
-Ontario is helping electric car owners install charging stations at their homes and businesses to encourage sustainable transportation and fight climate change. Beginning in January 2013, eligible homeowners and businesses can receive a rebate of 50 per cent (to a maximum of $1,000) of the total purchase and installat ... Continue reading
Land Rover Delivers Webb Ellis Cup to Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool Allocation Draw
The Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool Allocation Draw took place in London yesterday and as a RWC 2015 Worldwide Partner, Land Rover played a key role in the official proceedings. Richie McCaw, as the captain of the current reigning champions, delivered the iconic Webb Ellis Cup to the draw in an England 2015 branded Land Rove ... Continue reading
500000th Volkswagen Rolls off Assembly Line in Kaluga
The 500000th motor vehicle rolled off the Volkswagen Group Rus plant's assembly line in Kaluga on November 21. The jubilee car, a Volkswagen Polo sedan, painted the official colors of the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics and Paralympics, was handed over to the city's sports and fitness center Leader - a municipal budget-fund ... Continue reading
Consumer Guide Names 2013 Kia Sorento To Coveted "Best Buy" List
Kia Motors America (KMA), one of the fastest-growing car companies in the U.S.[2], has been honored by having its best-selling CUV, the U.S.-built Sorento, named to Consumer Guide's annual "Best Buy" list. Consumer Guide makes its selections by evaluating vehicles on all aspects of a consumer's real-world driving and o ... Continue reading
New Panda 4x4 Takes Top Honour: SUV Of The Year
The new Fiat Panda 4x4 has scooped its first major magazine award. ... Continue reading
Ferrari F12berlinetta Crowned "Supercar Of The Year 2012" by BBC Top Gear Magazine
Ferrari has been honoured once again to receive a coveted award from BBC Top Gear Magazine, one of the world's most influential automotive magazines, this time for the F12berlinetta which has been crowned "Supercar of the Year 2012". ... Continue reading
Audi Launches No-Wheel-Drive For The Christmas Rush
Stylish Audi Snow Sledge thankfully handles slippery surfaces without the tenacious grip synonymous with quattro ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Takes Trio Of Honours At Fleet Van Awards 2012
Once again, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has collected an impressive number of honours at the Fleet Van Awards 2012, including the most prestigious title of Fleet Van Manufacturer of the Year, plus the small and medium van of the year awards for the Caddy and Transporter vans, respectively. ... Continue reading
Kia Leads the Sales Growth Charge Amongst Mainstream Brands
As the Australian new car market topped the million sale mark by November for the first time, Kia Motors continued to play its part in the record growth as the fastest growing mainstream passenger car marque. ... Continue reading
Honda and LeasePLUS Announce Partnership With The Melbourne Renegades
Honda Australia in conjunction with LeasePLUS has been announced as the official vehicle partner of The Melbourne Renegades for the 2012 KFC T20 Big Bash League. ... Continue reading
Nissan Named as One of BRW Magazine's 2012 Most Innovative Companies
Nissan was named as one of 30 companies on the inaugural innovators list by the prestigious weekly business magazine, ranked 23rd overall and the only automotive company included in the list. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Records Solid Sales in November
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited's (MMAL) recorded a solid month in November with total sales of 5,008. ... Continue reading
The BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe: Aesthetics, Dynamics, Individuality
BMW presents the BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe. ... Continue reading
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