Smiths Detection Launches a Light Vehicle Scanner for Checkpoints
Smiths Detection today launches the HCVL, a medium energy X-ray scanner for light vehicles. It will meet increasing market demand for a system that provides smooth screening in busy traffic areas including ports, land borders and city entrances. âPorts and borders have to deal with increasing levels of traffic at ... Continue reading
Volvo Introduces Vocational Training Schools in Africa
By these training schools we are contributing to local financial development as our business grows. This is a win-win situation, made possible by a public-private partnershipâ In partnership with SIDA and USAID, the Volvo Group (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB) will introduce vocational training schools for mechanics and veh ... Continue reading
Global V2V Penetration in New Cars is Expected to Increase from 10.9% in 2018 to 69% in 2027
ABI Research VP and Practice Director Dominique Bonte comments: âHuge interest in autonomous driving across the automotive ecosystem firmly positions V2X technology and applications as a key component of driverless car systems. However, some OEMs are claiming some forms of (semi)-autonomous driving can be achieved ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Group Tops Global R&D Investment Ranking
World leader with research and development costs of â¬9.5 billion in 2012 Winterkorn: "We remain a powerhouse for ideas in the European automotive industry." The Volkswagen Group is the world's largest private sector R&D investor. That is one of the key findings of the European Commission's annual "Industrial R&D I ... Continue reading
Global Automakers' State Affairs Team Grows with the Hiring of Josh Pudnos
The Association of Global Automakers (Global Automakers) welcomes Josh Pudnos as the newest member of our State lobbying team. As a State Affairs Manager, he will support the Association's 50 state lobbying efforts by working with state legislators, governors, and their staffs on legislative activities that impact Glob ... Continue reading
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Decreased 2.8% in October
The American Trucking Associations' advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index fell 2.8% in October, the first decrease since July. In September, the index was up 0.5%. September's increase was less than the preliminary 1.4% gain ATA reported on October 22, 2013. In October, the index equaled 124 (2000=1 ... Continue reading
2014 Veloster Adds Performance, Convenience And Safety Appeal To Innovative 3-Door Sport Coupe
Hyundai's convention-shattering Veloster adds even more convenience, safety and performance for 2014, further increasing the appeal of the popular sporty coupe. Both Veloster and Veloster Turbo models feature cutting-edge powertrain technologies like direct injection, optimizing their appeal to youthful customers by co ... Continue reading
All-New 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage Named "Best Sub-Compact Car 2014" by the Hispanic Motor Press Awards
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is proud to announce that its all-new 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage 5-door â the most fuel-efficient gasoline-powered non-hybrid vehicle in America with an EPA-rated fuel economy of 40 mpg combined city and highway driving (44 mpg highway) â has been awarded "Best Sub-Com ... Continue reading
Weather or Not, Winterize Your Vehicle Now
The last thing any driver needs is to break down in cold, harsh winter weather. A vehicle check now before winter arrives is a sensible way to be car care aware and avoid the inconvenience of being stranded out in the cold and with the unexpected expense of emergency repairs, says the Car Care Council. "Winterizing you ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Debuts First-To-Market Electronic Front-Wheel Drive Technology On The Volkswagen Golf GTI
BorgWarner introduces the world's first electronic limited slip differential designed for the front transaxle of a front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicle on the 2013 Volkswagen Golf GTI with Performance Pack. Known as front cross differential (FXD) technology, the system greatly enhances vehicle traction, handling and stabili ... Continue reading
Nissan GT-R NISMO Joins 2015 Nissan GT-R
World premiere of race-inspired version of Nissan's legendary GT-R 600hp (447kw) for blistering performance Advanced aerodynamics generating additional 100kg of downforce at 300km/h (186mph) for exceptional road-holding Records fall and dreams come true with the debut of the Nissan GT-R NISMO. This race-oriented model ... Continue reading
Nissan GT-R NISMO earns its wing at the 'Ring
On a stage, under lights and before the flash of cameras, the new Nissan GT-R NISMO bows on the eve of the Tokyo International Motor Show. But it was on a damp Monday afternoon in September that the car set out to make its mark at the most challenging and renowned racing circuit in the world â the Nurburgring. ... Continue reading
Alternative Fuel Vehicles to Gain Traction Over the Next 10 Years, According to Fuels Institute
The growth of vehicles running on alternative fuels will accelerate over the next decade, but diesel fuel- and gasoline-powered vehicles will continue to dominate market share, according to "Tomorrow's Vehicles: What Will We Drive in 2023?" a new report released by the Fuels Institute. For light-duty vehicles (passenge ... Continue reading
World's First Rear Vision "in" a Helmet Taking Off in 2014
The 2013 EICMA show in Milan allowed REEVU's Rear Vision in a helmet too attract a number of Europe's larger distribution groups. With increased sales of 40% over the last financial year and a back drop of falling sales of ordinary helmets the larger distribution groups are starting to see what it is that they and thei ... Continue reading
Dodge Charger and Challenger 100th Anniversary Editions celebrate the brand's centennial with unique style, technology and commemorative features, including an exclusive owner's kit As the world's only four-door muscle car, the 2014 Charger 100th Anniversary Edition celebrates Dodge brand's arsenal of world-class power ... Continue reading
SORL to Exclusively Supply Brake Cylinders to SGMW's Hongguang S Vehicle
SORL Auto Parts, Inc. (SORL) ("SORL" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of automotive brake systems as well as other key safety-related auto parts in China, announced today that SORL entered into a supply agreement to exclusively supply the Company's Clutch Master Cylinders and Clutch Cylinders t ... Continue reading
What's going on with today's teenagers? According to recent studies, today's teens are waiting longer to get their driver's licenses, and, once licensed, are driving fewer miles than in previous years. Some experts think that today's teens are too busy playing Candy Crush to hit the road. Other researchers argue that t ... Continue reading
Two winning artists to collaborate on creative masterpiece on a smart car
smart, the car that cleverly solves the driving challenges of urban living, today announced a contest to celebrate its collaboration with BoConcept, the Danish furniture designer dedicated to optimizing limited living space. Coinciding with the launch of smart's limited-production fortwo BoConcept edition, the social c ... Continue reading
Faurecia previews the future of automotive design at the 2013 LA Auto Show
At the LA Auto Show, Faurecia offers visions for the near future of automotive seating and interiors, along with new lightweighting and design technologies that are ready for the road. During the LA Auto Show press days Nov. 20-21, journalists will find brand-new, intelligent technologies from Faurecia Interior Syst ... Continue reading
Parkopedia to Power Volvo Car Group's Global in-car Parking Service
Parkopedia, the world's leading parking information provider, announced today that it will be providing Volvo with an in-car parking service globally. Commenting on the announcement, Parkopedia's CEO Eugene Tsyrklevich said "It is a real honour to be partnering with such a forward thinking company as Volvo. We are all ... Continue reading
Eastwood Launches Mobile App That Connects Auto Enthusiasts
The Eastwood Company, innovators of do-it-yourself automotive restoration tools and accessories, introduces its new, free mobile app for iPhone and Android smart phones (http://www.eastwood.com/mobile-app). The app connects hobbyists by providing instant access to Eastwood's video library, tech library, blog, live chat ... Continue reading
Road and Track Names 2014 Mazda3 and Mazda6 To Best CaRS
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 19, 2013; The all-new 2014 Mazda3 compact car and 2014 Mazda6 mid-size sedan have been named to Road & Track's "Best of Everything" list, respectively taking the top spots in the "Economy Car" and "Family Sedan" categories. Selected by editors of the longest-running automotive magazine brand in the ... Continue reading
New Mini Makes Worldwide Debut At Plant Oxford
The new MINI has made its worldwide debut today (18 November) at MINI's UK production plant in Oxford and features all-new vehicle architecture , an evolutionary design and a range of new fuel-efficient engines to give owners even more fun behind the wheel ... Continue reading
Senior Management Changes At Peugeot UK
The following Senior Management changes are announced by Peugeot UK Managing Director, Tim Zimmerman and are effective 1st January 2014. ... Continue reading
Ford Transit Voted Nation's Favourite Large Used Van
The Ford Transit claimed victory in the 3.5-tonne van category at the 2013 Commercial Motor Used Truck of the Year Awards. ... Continue reading
Discovery 4 TDV6 Wins Australia's Best Cars - Best All-Terrain 4WD Award
The Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 has collected the Best All-Terrain 4WD Award for 2013, again. ... Continue reading
All-new Renault Clio awarded as Australia's Best Light Car
The all-new Renault Clio TCe 120 has emerged as Australia's Best Light Car in the annual Australia's Best Cars awards. ... Continue reading
Mazda6 Wins Top Award in 'Australia's best car' 2013
Mazda6 has been awarded the prestigious 'Judge's Choice' at Australia's Best Cars 2013 and was also recognised as the country's 'Best Medium Car' under $50,000. ... Continue reading
Third win for Touareg and triumph for new Golf GTI at Australia's Best Car Awards
It's been another successful year for Volkswagen at the Australia's Best Car Awards. ... Continue reading
Kia Motors Global Sales Up 1.6% Through First Ten Months of 2013
Kia Motors Corporation has announced its global sales figures (export sales, domestic sales and sales from overseas plants) for passenger cars, recreational vehicles (RVs) and commercial vehicles through October 2013, recording a total of 2,299,299 units sold. ... Continue reading
Audi Centre Wollongong Opens Its Doors
The brand new $5.0 million Audi Centre Wollongong on Corrimal Street was officially opened on 21 November 2013. ... Continue reading
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