Jeep and Chrysler LIVE Unveilings from Detroit Auto Show +VIDEO
Journalists and the public are invited to watch live the unveiling of several new/refreshed Jeep vehicles, plus a Broadcast Media question and answer session With Chrysler Group LLC Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne from the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Live satellite feeds of both events will al ... Continue reading
As over 50 new vehicles and concept cars are being unveiled at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) today and tomorrow in Detroit, for the first time livestream video is being provided to mobile devices exclusively on the NAIAS Official Auto Show App. The Official NAIAS App, powered by WDIV-TV / Clic ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls exceeds 18 million AGM batteries
Johnson Controls, Inc., today announced it has sold more than 18 million Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries since the technology launched in 2001, topping 4.5 million annually in Europe. AGM is the most advanced lead-acid battery and is ideal for Start-Stop systems, which help improve fuel economy in vehicles by 5 to ... Continue reading
New 2014 Jeep Compass - the Most Capable Compact SUV Hits the Road and Trail with a New Powertrain
2014 Jeep Compass debuts new six-speed PowerTech automatic transmission 2014 Jeep Compass features an updated design -- both inside and out Fuel economy ratings of up to 30 miles per gallon (mpg) highway Unsurpassed Jeep capability offering Trail Rated 4x4 capability with Freedom Drive II Off-road Package and exception ... Continue reading
Building upon a history of providing the industry's top in-vehicle entertainment systems, Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America has formed a working agreement with a global music industry icon - the legendary Abbey Road Studios - to develop custom audio systems for the automotive market. The exclusive agreeme ... Continue reading
Reducing the weight and complexity, while enhancing comfort and safety, is exactly what Johnson Controls, a global leader in automotive seating, has accomplished with its Gen 3 Synergy Seat. This smart seating solution will be showcased at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) at Detroit's Cobo Center ... Continue reading
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: A Powerful Performer Cloaked in Luxurious and Muscular Skin
New eight-speed automatic transmission delivers smoother, more refined shifting and improved fuel economy Innovative Eco Mode optimizes new transmission's shift schedule and expands range of Fuel Saver Technology activation for further fuel economy gains Towing capacity rating improved 44 percent, up to 7,200 pounds Im ... Continue reading
2014 Jeep Patriot debuts new six-speed PowerTech automatic transmission Unsurpassed Jeep Trail Rated 4x4 capability, fuel economy of up to 30 miles per gallon (mpg) and improved ride and handling performance in all weather conditions The 2014 Jeep Patriot is the best-priced 4X4 in America New standard front seat-mounte ... Continue reading
Goodyear Tires Outfit Top Vehicles at Auto Show
At this week's North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is proud to supply original equipment tires to some of the vehicles being showered with top new vehicle awards. The updated 2013 Ram 1500 pickup, which rides exclusively on Goodyear tires, was selected "Nort ... Continue reading
NASTF Brings OEM Execs to General Meeting During VISION
Toyota, Subaru and General Motors executives are the early confirmations for OEM participation in the March 8 General Meeting for the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF). The meeting is a guest event to be held during the popular VISION Hi-Tech Training and Expo in Overland Park, Kansas. ... Continue reading
One year after introducing the first extended-range electric pickup truck for utilities, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and VIA Motors today showcased the utility industry's first extended-range electric sport utility vehicles and cargo vans. Both offer PG&E the potential to provide mobile, on-site power to he ... Continue reading
Nissan Brings New, U.S.-Assembled 2013 LEAF to Market with Major Price Reduction
Nissan has announced that U.S. pricing for the new 2013 Nissan LEAF will start at an MSRP of $28,800 for the newly-added S grade, making it the lowest priced five-passenger electric vehicle sold in the United States. Depending on location, some consumers may purchase the vehicle for as low as $18,800 with qualifying fe ... Continue reading
2013 Detroit Auto Show Hyundai Unveils New Luxury Car HCD-14 Genesis Concept +VIDEO
HYUNDAIâS PREMIUM SEGMENT SUCCESS SETS THE STAGE FOR NEXT-GENERATION HCD-14 GENESIS REVEAL AT THE NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW>>CLICK HERE<< to view the 2013 Detroit Auto Show Media KitHCD-14 Genesis Provides a Glimpse into Future Hyundai Premium Vehicle DesignEye-tracking Technology and Interactive 3-D ... Continue reading
2014 MINI John Cooper Works Paceman Unveiled at 2013 Detroit Auto Show +VIDEO
Woodcliff Lake, NJ â January 14, 2013⦠The MINI John Cooper Works Paceman combines mouthwatering sporting flair and inimitable style to introduce a new dimension in driving fun to the premium compact segment. Its race-bred powertrain and chassis technology create a recipe for smile-inducing agility, and the o ... Continue reading
2013 Cadillac ATS North American Car Of The Year Review By John Heilig
<p>SEE ALSO:<A href="/news/2013/01/14/062700-cadillac-ats-wins-2013-north-america n-car-year.html">Cadillac ATS Wins 2013 North American Car of the Year</a></p> <p>THE AUTO PAGE <br>By JOHN HEILIG <br>Mid Atlantic Bureau <br>The Auto Channel </p><p>SPECIFICATIONS</p> <pre> Model: 2013 Cadillac ATS Engine: 2.5-liter I4 ... Continue reading
BMW Reveals At 2013 NAIAS +Video
Detroit January 14, 2013; BMW this morning unveiled BMW M6 Gran Coupe, the North American Premiere of the BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon and the Newly Updated BMW Z4 Adding new dimensions of aesthetics, dynamics and elegance to the qualities of the renowned BMW 3 Series Coupe, the BMW 4 Series Concept Coupe made its world d ... Continue reading
Hyundai Reveals Next-Generation HCD-14 Genesis at North American International Auto Show +VIDEO
Having finished 2012 with five-straight years of premium segment sales growth with its Genesis and Equus vehicle lines, today Hyundai unveiled its design direction for future premium vehicles with its HCD-14 Genesis concept at the North American International Auto Show. "We've departed from industry convention in many ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Named "Corporation of the Year" at 17th Annual Urban Wheel Awards
Company is honored for demonstrating a commitment to developing women leaders in the automotive industry Recognition expands Chrysler Group's industry-leading record of fostering diversity and an inclusive work culture The all-new 2013 Ram 1500 is named "Urban Truck of the Year" An independent panel of journalists repr ... Continue reading
Toyota Furia Concept Makes Global Debut at 2013 North American International Auto Show +VIDEO
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 14, 2013 â Toyota revealed the Corolla Furia Concept at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. This exciting compact sedan concept hints at the styling cues consumers can expect to see on the next-generation Corolla. The concept represents an exterior styling study by To ... Continue reading
Over the course of the last several years, the Kia brand has matured and grown dramatically in the U.S. market while capturing the attention of a wide variety of consumers, and no other year in Kia Motors America's history has been as successful as 2012 with the company reaching an all-time high sales total of 557,599 ... Continue reading
An all-new Honda "Urban SUV Concept" vehicle made its world debut today at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The dynamic and youthful concept hints at the styling direction of an all-new small SUV slated to launch in Japan by the end of 2013, followed by the U.S. market in 2014. "No on ... Continue reading
Ford, GM and the 'Efficient' Road Ahead
With an aging fleet across the country, consumers are beginning to do the math. Savings at the pump could quickly outweigh new vehicle costs, especially as potential buyers begin to factor maintenance and new advances in fuel saving technology. A shift in long-term strategy is ahead as Ford Motor Company [ Full Researc ... Continue reading
The results from the automotive year 2012 here in the USA are positive through and through for the German manufacturers and suppliers. We are especially delighted that in 2012, in both the passenger car and the light truck segments the German manufacturers grew faster than the relevant US markets. For example, the Germ ... Continue reading
Although government support for Electric Vehicles (EVs) in Europe is waning, the increasing availability of vehicle charging infrastructure that enables vehicles to charge at home, at the workplace, and in public places is facilitating market growth. With electric and electrically assisted vehicles now available in the ... Continue reading
Jeep Grand Cherokee: The Most Awarded SUV Ever Gets Even Better For 2014
New 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine delivers best-in-class 30 miles per gallon (mpg), driving range of more than 730 miles and best-in-class towing capability of 7,400 pounds New eight-speed automatic transmission boosts fuel efficiency across all powertrains while improving Grand Cherokee's legendary 4x4 performance wi ... Continue reading
TRW Launches Passive Entry System On New Ram Truck
TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , the global leader in automotive safety systems, brings its Passive Entry system to Chrysler's new 2013 Ram trucks and offers consumers a greater level of convenience than traditional Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) systems. "TRW aims to assist our customers in offering enhanced value and feat ... Continue reading
The 2013 Mazda CX-5 was today named the "Most Earth-Friendly" Truck of the Year for 2013 by Earth, Wind & Power (EWP) Media. The award was presented to Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). In its fifth year, the mission of the EWP Awards is to honor vehicles that ... Continue reading
Road & Travel Magazine Names 2013 International Car of the Year Award Winners
Road & Travel Magazine (RTM) announced today the winners of its 17th Annual International Car and Truck of the Year Awards (ICOTY). The 2013 International Car of the Year was awarded to the 2013 Kia Optima. "Receiving this prestigious award will help carry the Optima's momentum forward into 2013 and further cement its ... Continue reading
Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 1.14.13
<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. $3.810pp ... Continue reading
National Safety Council President & CEO Announced As 2013 I&E Keynote Speaker
Few aspects of the job can produce as many sleepless nights for a fleet manager as the issue of safety. Whether it's monitoring employee motor vehicle records or combating distracted driving through comprehensive safety policies, fleet management and safety go hand in hand. Attendees to NAFA Fleet Management Associatio ... Continue reading
Demonstrating its forward-thinking driver information innovations, Johnson Controls, a global leader in automotive interiors and electronics, will feature an electronic cockpit display at its 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) exhibit in Detroit. "The electronic reconfigurable cockpit illustrates our d ... Continue reading
During its press conference at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Schaeffler presented a new concept vehicle. The Efficient Future Mobility North America vehicle is based on a mid-size SUV and shows the range of Schaeffler solutions for optimizing North American internal combustion engine dr ... Continue reading
Domestics Sweep 2013 North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year Awards
Domestic automakers dominated as the Cadillac ATS took the 2013 North American Car of the Year and the Ram 1500 won the 2013 North American Truck/Utility of the Year. The winners were revealed Monday morning at a news conference at the North American International Auto Show. The winners were chosen by a jury of 49 auto ... Continue reading
Motorsports Events - Honda Dealers Add Support To Houston Event
Houston, Jan. 13, 2013: The Greater Houston Honda Dealers Association, a group of 14 local dealers, will serve as the presenting sponsor of the Shell and Pennzoil Grand Prix of Houston through 2016. The Oct. 4-6 event on a 1.7-mile, 10-turn street circuit at Reliant Park will be the third doubleheader race weekend of t ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Stage Report 8 Dakar Rally
Tucumán, Jan. 13, 2013: Stage 8 in the 2013 Dakar Rally continued in Argentina, taking competitors from Salta to Tucumán. Initially, it was suppose to be one of the longest specials in this year's race comprising of a 152KM liaison to a 471KM Special then another 228KM to the bivouac. Due to today's weather condition ... Continue reading
Infiniti today unveiled the all-new 2014 Infiniti Q50 luxury sports sedan at a press conference at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Infiniti Motor Company Ltd. President Johan de Nysschen and Senior Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura presented the dramatically styled Q50, w ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Presents CrossBlue Concept Midsize SUV +VIDEO
<p>By Henny Hemmes <br>Senior European Editor <br>The Auto Channel </p><p>DETROIT, January 14, 2013; In the past year, the Volkswagen Group has done very well on the North American market with a total of nearly 600,000 sold vehicles (+34.2 percent compared with the preceding year). The new Passat has been adding to thi ... Continue reading
Bentley Reveals Continental GT Speed Convertible at 2013 Detroit Auto Show +VIDEO
DETROIT - January 14, 2013: Bentley Motors will be unveiling the fastest four-seat convertible in the world marking the global debut of the new 202 mph (325 km/h) W12-engine Continental GT Speed Convertible. ... Continue reading
Toyota Releases New Images As Proace Launch Approaches
Toyota has released a raft of new images of Proace, the new model that will return the company to the heart of the medium duty van market later this year. The pictures can be viewed and downloaded here ... Continue reading
Cadillac ATS Wins 2013 North American Car of the Year +VIDEO
DETROIT January 14, 2013; The 2013 Cadillac ATS luxury sport sedan today was named the winner of the North American Car of the Year award. A jury of 49 automotive journalists considered every new car released in the past year, and selected ATS as the winner. The award was announced at a press conference opening the 25t ... Continue reading
2013 Ram 1500: North American Truck/ Utility of the Year
The new Ram 1500 has been named 2013 North American Truck/Utility of the Year by a panel of automotive experts. The award is unique and considered by many to be one of the world's most prestigious based on its diverse mix of 49 automotive journalists from the U.S. and Canada who serve as the voting jurors. The winners ... Continue reading
British Gas Takes Delivery Of 138 Nissan Primastars
Nissan has delivered 138 Primastar vans to bolster the energy provider's service fleet. The British Gas home services division has taken delivery of 80 Primastars and the remaining 58 for its business services division. ... Continue reading
2013 Detroit Auto Show - Johnson Controls Unveils Complete Interior For Chinese Luxury Vehicle
Johnson Controls, a global leader in automotive seating, showcases its complete vehicle interior development capabilities in China ââ¬â including design, engineering and manufacturing ââ¬â with the debut of the Hongqi (which means "Red Flag") H7 vehicle at the 2013 North American International A ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls' Batteries Power Ford's Fusion Auto Start-Stop vehicle
Johnson Controls, Inc., the world's leading supplier of automotive batteries, is providing its advanced Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) battery technology to power Ford Motor Company's 2013 Fusion Auto Start-Stop vehicle. AGM batteries are a proven advanced energy storage solution for Start-Stop vehicles in Europe, where Joh ... Continue reading
Destino Premiers at the 2013 North American International Auto Show
Destino made its world premier today at the North American International Auto show as the newest four-door performance car in the world market of exclusive automobiles. Based on an award-winning design by Henrik Fisker and powered by the internationally applauded Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 powertrain, Destino is the result ... Continue reading
Michelin Chosen As Standard Original Equipment Fitment For 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Michelin, the world's leading tire manufacturer, marks a milestone at the 2013 North American International Auto Show with the announcement that, for the first time, MICHELIN® tires are the exclusive original equipment tire on the complete line-up of 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray models. All 2014 Corvette Stingrays ... Continue reading
2013 Detroit Auto Show - Johnson Controls Micro Hybrid Battery Demonstration Module
Johnson Controls, Inc., the world's leading supplier of automotive batteries, introduced its 48 volt Micro Hybrid battery demonstration module as part of its full spectrum of advanced energy storage solutions for automobiles. Power Solutions President Alex Molinaroli unveiled the company's next generation technology at ... Continue reading
Mazda CX-5 Wins 'Best Buy' SUV Award From What Car?
Experts at Britain's biggest and best selling car buyer's guide What Car?, have named the Mazda CX-5 compact SUV as Britain's 'Best Buy' SUV in the under £25,000 category. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Delivers 5.74 Million Vehicles in 2012
The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand closed 2012 with a new record, delivering 5.74 (2011: 5.09; +12.7 percent) million vehicles to customers for the first time in a twelve-month period. ... Continue reading
Skoda Australia Announces New Head of Brand
Skoda Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Irmer to lead the Skoda team. ... Continue reading
Stylish, Innovative and Versatile L.E.D Strip Lights Introduced by Narva
Designed in Australia, Narva's all new low profile L.E.D strip lamps have been specially styled to complement modern caravan and motorhome interiors. ... Continue reading
WRC - Hyundai Accelerates Preparations with Team Principal Appointment
Hyundai Motor Co. has bolstered its nascent World Rally Championship (WRC) programme with the appointment of WRC veteran Michel Nandan as Team Principal. ... Continue reading
CFA Volunteer Continues to Protect the Community in his Jeep
Today, the Fiat Chrysler Group presented a car to CFA volunteer John Dickson after his car was stolen while he was out fighting fires at a blaze in Little River, Victoria on Tuesday. ... Continue reading
Porsche at the 2013 North American International Auto Show
Porsche is celebrating a new flagship for the Cayenne SUV family at the North American International Auto Show with the world premiere of the 550 hp Cayenne Turbo S. The 4.8-liter twin-turbocharged Cayenne Turbo S benefits from an additional 50 hp compared to the Cayenne Turbo. The Cayenne Turbo S accelerates zero to 6 ... Continue reading
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Preliminary Specifications
Overview | Engines | Transmission | Chassis/Suspension | Brakes | Wheels/Tires | Dimensions Model: 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Body styles / driveline: 2-door hatchback coupe with removable roof panel; rear-wheel drive Construction: composite and carbon-fiber body panels, hydroformed aluminum frame with aluminum a ... Continue reading
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