2014 BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle Pricing and Details
The vehicle that launched an entire segment set to enter its 3rd generation priced from $53,725 Woodcliff Lake, NJ â June 24th, 2013 ⦠It isnât often that an automobile manufacturer gets to launch an entirely new vehicle segment, but thatâs exactly what BMW did in 1999 when it introduced the worldâ ... Continue reading
Herndon, VA June 24, 2013; Volkswagen of America announced today that it has set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® achievement for the âlowest fuel consumptionâ48 U.S. states for a non-hybrid carâ category with a stellar 77.99 mpg â more than 10 mpg better than the previous mark of 67.9 mpg. The achi ... Continue reading
Chevron Recognizes Flyers Energy for Strong Lubricant Sales Performance
Chevron Products Company, a Chevron U.S.A. Inc. division, maker of the Delo brand of technologically advanced engine oils, lubricants and coolants, today announced Flyers Energy, LLC, as one of seven Grand Prize winners in its Great Outdoors Sales Contest. The contest, which rewards strong sales of select Delo products ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Automotive Ignition Systems' Global Market Report - Forecasts to 2027
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global market review of automotive ignition systems - forecasts to 2027" report to their offering. 'Global market review of automotive ignition systems - forecasts to 2027' This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the OE ignition systems sect ... Continue reading
FHI Releases "SUBARU XV HYBRID" in Japan
Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, today announced the release of the "Subaru XV Hybrid" which goes on sale today at Subaru dealers throughout Japan. Subaru's first-ever hybrid vehicle offers the brand's distinctive, enjoyable driving experience. By using a motor assist function for the ... Continue reading
Acura Introduces New Campaign for the 2014 MDX Entitled "The Extremely New MDX - Made for Mankind"
Acura today unveiled a new multi-channel advertising campaign for the all-new 2014 MDX entitled "The Extremely New MDX - Made for Mankind." The campaign highlights the complete technical transformation of the MDX and centers around the idea of "Made for Mankind," a concept designed to highlight the unique engineering a ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel "Auto Parts Section" Tops 4 Million Visitors Through March 2013
Auto Central April 20, 2013; The Auto Channel auto parts section is on track to serve more than 12 million DIYâers in 2013. With easy access to millions of auto parts, visitors to The Auto Channel can easily and quickly find and purchase exactly the parts they needâ¦and at a discount price. âTachâs a ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Classic presents great moments in motor-racing history at Goodwood Motorsport festival celebrating its 20th anniversary Auction of only privately owned post-war Silver Arrow by Bonhams sure to cause a stir Stuttgart â This yearâs Goodwood Festival of Speed in West Sussex, England, includes the a ... Continue reading
Woodcliff Lake, N.J. June 24, 2013... BMW announces a special sports edition of the 2013/2014 Lifestyle catalogue introducing a wide range of new sporty lifestyle products. Impressing with superior functionality, high-tech appeal and innovative design, the products perfectly fit BMW's premium approach. To underline ... Continue reading
2014 Cadillac XTS Packs Twin Turbo Power
New V-6 engine option produces 410 horsepower DETROIT â Cadillac will add a new option to its XTS luxury sedan: More power and torque. Starting in August, the all-new Cadillac Twin Turbo V6 will go into production as an optional engine for the 2014 XTS. The new Cadillac Twin Turbo V6 is also a signature feature of ... Continue reading
Rocket Racing Wheels: Made For Modern Muscle Cars
Rocket Racing Wheels: Made For Modern Muscle Cars Premium Wheel Manufacturer Offers Rocket Booster Line for Classic and Modern Muscle Cars Chattanooga, Tenn. (June 24, 2013) - Everything looks better with five-spokes. From pro-touring G-machines and factory stock Mopars, to autocross Mustangs and low-slung shoebox Chev ... Continue reading
China Pulling Plug On Electric Vehicle Subsidies To Buyers
Shanghai China June 24, 2013; Gasgoo's Environment News Service reported that the government of China plans to phase out direct financial incentives the purchase of electric vehicles in favor of supporting research and development by its major automakers, says a senior minister. Minister of Science and Technology Wan G ... Continue reading
Philadelphians unexpectedly prefer green engines the most, San Francisco leans toward geeky options and Seattle residents cruise mindfully with driver-assist technologies New Yorkers purchase the highest rates of moonroofs, while Dallas has a leg up for Escape's novel foot-activated liftgate that customers can open by ... Continue reading
Massachusetts Secretary of Housing and Economic Development Gregory Bialecki joined Global Advanced Metals Pty Ltd (GAM), a world leader in the socially responsible production of tantalum, to announce the opening of its U.S. subsidiary's headquarters in Waltham, MA. ... Continue reading
Alamo Rent A Car Launches Games 2 Go -- Brings Travel Games to the Social Age
Just in time for the official start of summer, Alamo Rent A Car is providing entertainment, fun and prizes for vacationing families through a new suite of social network-based games called Alamo Games 2 Go. Launched this week on Alamo's Facebook page, Games 2 Go consists of four interactive games designed to be played ... Continue reading
POET CEO : Response To U.S. Supreme Court Decision on E15
âThe Supreme Courtâs decision today clears the way for more fuel options for U.S. driversâ SIOUX FALLS, SD (June 24, 2013) â POET CEO Jeff Lautt today issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Courtâs decision not to hear the challenge by the oil industry and others of E15 (15 p ... Continue reading
CleanWorld Expanding Successful Sacramento BioDigester
On the heels of the successful launch of the Sacramento BioDigester in December, 2012, CleanWorld officially broke ground today to expand the 10,000 tons per year facility by 300 percent to 40,000 tons per year making it the largest commercial high-solids food waste digester in the United States. Upon completion in Dec ... Continue reading
Tesla Supercharging Stations at CBL Malls
CBL & Associates Properties Inc. today announced the launch of a partnership with Tesla Motors, Inc. to install Tesla Supercharging stations at several CBL Malls across the country. Tesla is building a network of Supercharging stations that will eventually enable Tesla owners to drive coast to coast in their electric v ... Continue reading
Pelagicore and Elektrobit (EB) collaborate in bringing GENIVI Infotainment platforms to market
As car makers are looking for rich feature content and HMI's in-line with a modern smartphone experience, the ability to tap into a wide and vibrant eco-system of app and service providers becomes paramount. GENIVI strives to develop an open software architecture that allows for efficient integration of innovative soft ... Continue reading
Enterprise Expands into the Netherlands in European Expansion Drive
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has appointed SharingMatters BV to develop an Enterprise-branded rental business in the Netherlands. This forms part of Enterprise's ongoing European growth strategy. ... Continue reading
Honda's Environmental Short Film Series Receives National Award Recognition
The first film in Honda's Environmental Short Film Series, Paint by Numbers, has been awarded two Telly Awards in the Green/Eco-Friendly and Social Responsibility categories. The Telly Awards, now in its 34th season, honors the best film and video productions, groundbreaking online video content, and outstanding local, ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts Names Donna Justiss Chief Information Officer
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, batteries and maintenance items, announced the appointment of Donna Justiss as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer. Ms. Justiss will be responsible for the strategic leadership of all aspects of Advance's Informatio ... Continue reading
South American Auto Market to See Significant Growth by 2025
The South American automobile market will grow significantly by 2025, becoming one of the top three growth markets globally for light vehicle sales and presenting opportunities for improvements in fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions, according to a forecast by IHS Automotive, the leading provider of comprehensive ... Continue reading
Hoe Hoe Hoe - It's Time For Americans To Plant Victory (Over OPEC) Gardens
In WWII every neighborhood in our country had Victory Gardens, which were planted in backyards and on apartment-building rooftops, even vacant lots were "commandeered for the war effort!" and put to use as a cornfield or a squash patch. Sections of lawns were publicly plowed for plots in Hyde Park, London to publicize ... Continue reading
Jet Fuel Made From Grow-Like-A-Weed Switchgrass
By William Scanlon National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Special From The Cutting Edge Golden Colorado June 6th 2013; The Energy Department's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is partnering with Cobalt Technologies, U.S. Navy, and Show Me Energy Cooperative to demonstrate that jet fuel can be made econo ... Continue reading
Ford Wins Joint Award With University For Reducing Costs And Improving Efficiency
A partnership between Ford's Bridgend Engine Plant and Cardiff University has won a prestigious Innovation and Impact Award for dramatic cost savings. ... Continue reading
Kia Pro_Cee'd GT Goes On Sale In The UK
The most eagerly anticipated new model in Kia's history, the high-performance three-door pro_cee'd GT, is to go on sale in the UK on 1 July priced from £19,995. ... Continue reading
Blacktrace Holdings Welcomes Nissan Leafs To Company Car Scheme
Royston-based science company Blacktrace Holdings has taken delivery of eight new Nissan LEAFs as part of its company car scheme. ... Continue reading
Audi City Virtual Showroom Wins Prestigious Bt Retail Week Technology Award
Never one to settle for the status quo, Audi has taken a significant step towards revolutionising automotive retailing with its Audi City 'virtual showroom concept', and its work to streamline and enhance the purchase process has just earned it a 'Store Technology Award' in the prestigious BT Retail Week Technology Awa ... Continue reading
Experience Honda On And Off The Track At Goodwood Festival Of Speed
Roving reporters, the Honda Live Studio, ATV action, off-road motorcycle experience, motorsport icons and Hillclimb battles are just some of the Honda action taking place throughout the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed. ... Continue reading
Tradition: Future - Porsche Museum Celebrates '50 Years Of 911' At Goodwood
Goodwood is honouring one of the world's most versatile and popular sports cars - the Porsche 911 - at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed in West Sussex, 11 - 14 July. ... Continue reading
New Board Members For Development At Volkswagen And Audi Brands
The Volkswagen and Audi brands are to have new Board Members responsible for development. ... Continue reading
eBay Motors Award Shows Visitors Value Audi Most Highly
Prospective buyers logging on to eBay UK and looking for their next pre-owned Audi have voted with their fingertips and clicked the premium brand all the way to the top in the inaugural eBay Motors Awards. ... Continue reading
Ford Tests High-Tech "Brake Light" That Communicates With Car Behind
Ford has participated in a special test of a high-tech early warning "brake light" that can warn drivers following behind even if they are around a bend or behind other traffic. ... Continue reading
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