2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 2WD LT Crew Cab Review By John Heilig
THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Senior Editor Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel Reviewed Model: 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 2WD LT Crew Cab Engine: 5.3-liter Ecotec V8 Horsepower/Torque: 355 hp @ 5,600 rpm/303 lb.-ft. @ 4,100 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 143.5 in. Length x Width x Height: 230 x ... Continue reading
Supportive Government Policies Stimulate Electric Vehicle Market in Turkey
Turkey is set for the era of electric vehicles (EVs), as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) prepare for the launch of new EVs and the development of charging infrastructure gathers pace. EV market growth in the country is mainly driven by reduced special consumption taxes (SCT) for EVs as well as demand from globa ... Continue reading
2014 BMW M4 Coupe - The Auto Channel First Look
2014 BMW M4 Coupe - The Auto Channel First Look ... Continue reading
Subaru PUMA RallyCross Team Shows Impressive Speed
The Subaru PUMA RallyCross Team were on pace to potentially grab a double podium or victory at the penultimate round of the 2013 Global RallyCross Championship in Charlotte before a series of chaotic race incidents. Team drivers Sverre Isachsen and Bucky Lasek both easily advanced to the Final with impressive drives in ... Continue reading
Mitchell Plastics Announces Expansion Into Mexico
Mitchell Plastics, a manufacturer of innovative interior parts for the automotive industry, announced today that it is expanding into Mexico. A new manufacturing facility in Queretaro is under construction and will begin operations in March, 2014. Queretaro is a dynamic and growing city in the heart of Central Mexico's ... Continue reading
Pennsylvania PennDOT Offers New Online Service for Duplicate Licenses, ID Cards
As part of PennDOT's commitment to enhanced customer service, customers can now order a duplicate non-commercial driver's license or photo identification card online if theirs is lost or stolen. "Ordering a duplicate driver's license or photo identification card just got easier for our customers," PennDOT's Secretary B ... Continue reading
Dealertrack Technologies Appoints Michael McCarthy to Head Its Canadian Operations
Dealertrack Technologies today announced that Michael McCarthy has been named Vice President and General Manager, Dealertrack Canada. âWe are fortunate to have such a dynamic, impactful and experienced leader joining us to direct our Canadian team and operations.â Michael McCarthy joins Dealertrack from Davis ... Continue reading
Reaction Design Selected as a Finalist in 26th Annual CONNECT Most Innovative New Product Awards
Reaction Design, the leading developer of combustion simulation software, announced today that its FORTÃ CFD Package, now capable of predicting the formation of soot particles in internal combustion engines, has been selected as a finalist in the sustainability category for the 2013 Most Innovative New Product Award ... Continue reading
Ryder to Sponsor Green Fleet Conference & Expo
Ryder System, Inc. , a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced that it will serve as a general sponsor of the Green Fleet Conference & Expo October 1-2, 2013, at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Ariz. The conference provides an expert resource for vehicle and ... Continue reading
Saleen Automotive Announces Expansion, Creates Four Acre Campus
Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN) (the "Company"), an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that the Company has expanded its campus to four acres. The Saleen Campus houses the core operations of the Compa ... Continue reading
Vietnam War Veteran in Nebraska Receives Free Car Repairs From AAMCO's National Charitable Program
Purple Heart Veteran Enjoys Free Car Repairs from AAMCO Center in Omaha -- AAMCO, the world's largest chain of transmission specialists and leader in total car care, continued its 50 Cars in 50 States initiative by repairing the car of a veteran in Nebraska through its national partnership with the Military Order of th ... Continue reading
Quantum Awarded Record $9.3 Million Production Order for CNG Fuel Storage Tanks
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a global leader in natural gas storage systems, integration and vehicle system technologies, today announced a record $9.3 million production contract for delivery of Q-Lite⢠CNG storage tanks for heavy-duty truck applications. "This record production contract fo ... Continue reading
Visteon Corporation is addressing the challenge of driver distraction through a new cockpit concept that uses multiple cameras in the vehicle to keep a constant eye on both the driver and the road ahead. ... Continue reading
Student Transportation Chooses EarthLink's Cloud Workspace and Cloud Hosting
EarthLink, Inc. , a leading IT and communications provider, today announced that New Jersey and Barrie Ontario-based Student Transportation, Inc. (STI),a major North American provider of student school bus transportation services, selected EarthLink Cloud Workspace® and Cloud Hosting for a customized, cloud-based IT i ... Continue reading
Innova Announces New Affiliate Program with Experian Automotive
Innova Electronics Corporation, a leading developer of automotive diagnostic tools and equipment, announced today it has added unlimited access to AutoCheck® vehicle history reports from Experian Automotive to its RepairSolutions® web-based service. AutoCheck vehicle history reports include in-depth information that ... Continue reading
Ford Installs 500,000th 6.7-Liter Power Stroke V8 Turbocharged Diesel Engine
The 500,000th 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V8 turbo diesel engine was installed yesterday into a new 2014 Ford Super Duty F-350 Lariat at Kentucky Truck Plant Introduced in 2011, the 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbocharged diesel delivers 400 horsepower and 800 lb.-ft. of torque with best-in-class fuel economy Ford is the o ... Continue reading
Wonder Bread Announces Partnership with NASCAR driver Kurt Busch
After announcing Wonder bread's return to grocery store shelves across the country starting this week, Flowers Foods , a leading producer and marketer of packaged bakery foods in the U.S., is unveiling a partnership with NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race car driver Kurt Busch who currently drives the No. 78 Furniture Row C ... Continue reading
Penske Logistics Expands in Mexico and Establishes New Managing Director
Penske Logistics, a leading provider of third-party logistics and supply chain management solutions, announced the appointment of Michael Casidy to the newly created position of Managing Director of Mexico. ... Continue reading
Nissan Rogue Gets Complete Redesign for 2014 Model
2014 Nissan models are seeing some big changes. The 2014 Pathfinder saw a complete redesign, and now the manufacturer has continued their redesign kick with the 2014 Nissan Rogue. On top of a complete style change, the compact crossover will offer a best-in-class highway fuel economy of 33 MPG, a jump of 5 MPG from las ... Continue reading
Zipcar Expands in 25th Major Metro Market Creating a Smarter Way to Get Around Detroit
Zipcar, Inc., the world's leading car sharing network, today announced the expansion of Zipcar Detroit, bringing the total number of Zipcars in the city up to 40. With the expansion, Detroit becomes Zipcar's 25th major metropolitan market. "Bringing car sharing to a city made by cars and built for cars is a huge accomp ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Continues To Hold Its Own In A Challenging Market
The Volkswagen Group continues to hold its own well in the market despite the challenging conditions. ... Continue reading
Bowdon RUFC Given Opportunity Of A Lifetime With Land Rover And Toby Flood
On Sunday 22nd September, Bowdon RUFC's under-12s were the lucky recipients of a training session with rugby legend Toby Flood. ... Continue reading
Jaguar Land Rover Reveals Future Plans For R&D In The UK
Jaguar Land Rover has unveiled details of its future plans for advanced research and development in the UK which will now be focused on a new cutting-edge technology, innovation and education centre in Warwick. ... Continue reading
NRMA recognises Jetta and Polo GTI among Australia's Most Affordable Cars
The Volkswagen Jetta 118TSI and the Polo GTI are the most affordable vehicles to own in their class according to the NRMA's Car Operating Cost survey. ... Continue reading
New App to Increase Profits and Productivity for OEM's & Dealers
The newest smart phone and tablet app set to revolutionise the automotive industry has just hit the App Store. ... Continue reading
Nissan's Legendary Takumi: Four Master Craftsmen who Hand-Build Every Nissan GT-R Engine
In Japan, the term takumi is used to describe a master craftsman who has perfected his skills over years of painstaking work and dedication. ... Continue reading
Luxury and Technology Boost for Renault Fluence Sedan
Renault's high-value, attainable and affordable Fluence Sedan is now more luxurious and more technically advanced than ever, thanks to an infusion of new customer friendly features. ... Continue reading
Suzuki Dominates in NRMA Running Costs Survey
The NRMA's annual vehicle running costs survey has confirmed Suzuki's reputation for offering outstanding value for money, with stand-out performances across the range. ... Continue reading
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