2013 Honda Civic Si Coupe Russ Review
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Nissan Sensors Faulty---Issues Massive Recall--Most Recalled Cars are in Japan
Nissan Motor Co. recalled 908,900 vehicles around the world Thursday for defective accelerator sensors that could cause the engine to stall. The recall affects the Serena minivan, Infiniti M luxury model, X-trail sport utility vehicle and other models, the automaker said. No accidents have been reported related to the ... Continue reading
Broadcomm Paves the Way to In-vehicle High-speed Connectivity and Content Streaming
News Highlights: Enables on-the-road access to the latest in mobile innovation Allows drivers and passengers to easily sync and stream mobile device content Expands Broadcom footprint in fast-growing connected car market Broadcom Corporation , a global innovation leader in semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless ... Continue reading
The All-Electric Tesla Model S Adds to Hertz's Expanding U.S. Dream Cars
The Hertz Corporation , the world's largest general use airport car rental brand, today announced the expansion of its Dream Cars with the introduction of the all-electric Tesla Model S in the U.S. With the expansion, consumers in select markets are now able to rent both the Tesla Model S and Tesla Roadster, along with ... Continue reading
ABS Systems and Car Crash Reductions
ABS or anti-lock braking systems are a feature of most newer automobiles; however, some drivers are not aware of the value these systems contribute to their having a safe driving experience. Because these are regarded as being instrumental in the prevention of a number of common car accident types, it is highly recomme ... Continue reading
National Safety Council announces 2013 Teen Driving Safety Leadership Award winners
Alaska Injury Prevention Center, Impact Teen Drivers and Traffic Safe Communities Network recognized ITASCA, Ill., Sept. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Safety Council today announced Beth Schuerman of the Alaska Injury Prevention Center, Impact Teen Drivers and Traffic Safe Communities Network of Sant ... Continue reading
Vehicle manufacturers continue to find ways to make new cars and trucks safer for consumers. Whether it is more advanced airbag systems or the use of radar to alert of traffic conditions, consumers are the safest they've ever been on the roadways. But even with all that safety, many drivers still fail to check what mig ... Continue reading
Aggregate data from MyFord Mobile app show customers drive more than 8,400 electric-only miles every hour and about 203,000 electric-only miles daily â enough to travel around the earth's equator nearly eight times MyFord Mobile is available on Ford plug-in hybrids, Fusion Energi and C-MAX Energi; and Focus Electr ... Continue reading
Auto Insurance Purchase Experience Satisfaction Trends Downward Driven By Price
Rate increases are driving more customers to obtain competitive price quotes, while satisfaction with the purchase experience is trending downward among new-buyer customers due to lower price satisfaction among new buyers, according to the J.D. Power 2014 U.S. Insurance Shopping StudySMâWave 1 released today. ... Continue reading
Temperatures cool as summer comes to an end, but expert editors from Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new and used car information, have identified red-hot lease deals available nationwide from a variety of auto manufacturers for September. ... Continue reading
The Open Charge Alliance, a global consortium of public and private electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure leaders with more than 10,000 installations worldwide, today announced its charter and issued a call for new international members. Initially formed as the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) Forum, the newly named Op ... Continue reading
Toyota to Export U.S.-Built Corolla to Latin America and the Caribbean
Toyota today announced that it will begin exporting U.S.-built* Corolla sedans to 18 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2014. These shipments are expected to build upon Toyota's all-time record export of more than 124,000 U.S.-assembled vehicles to 21 global markets in 2012, an increase of 45 percent over ... Continue reading
Shell and automakers leverage learnings from track to develop products for the road
Consumer spending on new vehicles is at an all-time-high since 2007[a], according to U.S. auto industry reports[b] this month showing a rebound to pre-recession levels. For motorists taking the leap to replace aging vehicles (averaging a record 11.4 years[c]), they may find that vehicle options are vastly different. Ye ... Continue reading
Zipcar Offers Honda Hybrids in Boston
The Boston Common Garage and Zipcar, Inc., the world's leading car sharing network, today announced the introduction of four new 2014 Honda Accord Plug-in Hybrids to Zipcar's Boston fleet, as well as plug-in stations and priority parking for Zipcars and other hybrid vehicles at the Boston Common Garage. ... Continue reading
FIAT of San Francisco is the First FIAT Studio to Open in the City
FIAT of San Francisco, the first FIAT studio to locate in The City by the Bay, is open for business in the Van Ness Avenue corridor. ... Continue reading
New 2014 Dodge Charger Pursuit AWD Delivers Best Pursuit-rated Performance
New Dodge Charger Pursuit AWD records fastest lap time during Michigan State Police's 2014 Vehicle Evaluation Test (1:33.85) With the fastest average lap time (1:34.75) at Grattan Raceway, Dodge Charger Pursuit AWD showcases the best combination of acceleration, braking, handling and dynamics Fastest-ever AWD pursuit-r ... Continue reading
Ever since compact cars were first released, consumers have flocked to them for their superior fuel economies. In fact many consumers purchase the vehicles solely for the fuel economy. As efficiency is the focus, compacts don't come with hefty powertrain options, and their small size limits passenger and cargo volume. ... Continue reading
Team Toyota Athletes and Partners Create Their Ultimate Rides at 2013 SEMA Show
A NASCAR driver, a freestyle skier, a BMX rider and two supercross stars go head-to-head in a competition to create their ultimate dream rides. This year's Toyota Dream Build Challenge invites a diverse group of Team Toyota athletes along with their big-time partners to modify vehicles, letting fans participate in the ... Continue reading
Campaign's Television Spots Debut on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 Campaign Features Real Working Men in Spots, Showing Ram Heavy Duty Trucks on the Job The Ram Brand to Showcase Full Lineup of its Light Duty, Heavy Duty and Commercial Trucks at State Fair of Texas Auto Show on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013 ... Continue reading
Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America, an industry-leading supplier of mobile audio and in-vehicle entertainment and infotainment systems, has formed a working agreement with legendary jazz record label Blue Note Records to develop custom branded audio systems and content for the global automotive market. ... Continue reading
New Mitsubishi Dealer Opens In West Midlands
Family-run Autosales Ltd will take on the franchise at their site in Vulcan Road, Bilston, from Tuesday, October 1st. ... Continue reading
Ford Announces First Ford Driving Skills For Life Training Dates
Ford Motor Company announces the first UK training dates and venues for its globally successful Ford Driving Skills for Life programme, as latest statistics confirm that road accidents remain one of the leading causes of death in young people in Britain. ... Continue reading
Countdown To Christmas With Peugeot
You probably don't want to hear it, but the shops are already stocking great gifts for Christmas - and it's the same story at Peugeot Dealerships. There are exactly 91 days (exactly three months) until itâs time to unwrap the presents, and with showrooms open for business on every single one, they're all shopping ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Announced as Principal Partner of National Gallery of Victoria's Key Summer Exhibition
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific is proud to confirm a new partnership with the National Gallery of Victoria as the Principal Partner of its key summer exhibition, 'Melbourne Now', being held from 22 November 2013 to 23 March 2014. ... Continue reading
Another outstanding year for Volkswagen in Wheels magazine's Gold Star Value Awards
Volkswagen has again triumphed in Wheels magazine's annual Gold Star Value Awards 2013 with three vehicles taking home the gong and a further five appearing among the top three in their categories. ... Continue reading
The Silk Trail 2013 expedition has reached the half-way point from its starting point at the home of Land Rover in Solihull, UK, to its destination in Mumbai, India. ... Continue reading
Honda Dream Installation Arrives at Sydney Opera House
After delighting crowds in Melbourne, the Honda Australia 'Dream'installation has arrived at its second stop on its Australian tour: the iconic Sydney Opera House. ... Continue reading
Shannons Gets 'World Market'; $291,000 for Dino Ferrari
A stunning red 1974 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Spyder delivered the standout result of Shannons Melbourne Spring Classic Auction on September 23 when it sold for a 'Word Market' $291,000 - an Australian auction record price. ... Continue reading
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