Monday, June 2, 2014

Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation Industry on the Rise, Says Census Bureau

Shuttle services, vanpools and similar businesses employed 17,719 people in 2012, a rise from 11,696 in 2007 or 51 percent, according to the first 2012 Economic Census industry series statistics released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. These businesses (part of the All Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation ... Continue reading

U.S. Pricing for 2015 Nissan Altima - Auto News in Context

NASHVILLE, TN--June 2, 2014: Nissan today announced U.S. pricing for the 2015 Nissan Altima – Nissan's best selling vehicle – which is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide. For the 2015 model year, Altima offers a range of enhancements, including new standard equipment for the 3.5 SV and 3.5 SL grades: Ni ... Continue reading

Nissan announces vehicle recycling results for FY2013

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today shared the progress report on its recycling/recovery efforts in Japan for fiscal year 2013 (April 2013 to March 2014). Nissan announced its recovery results for Automobile Shredder Residue (ASR), airbag-related products, and fluorocarbons recovered from end-of-life vehicles (ELVs) in accord ... Continue reading

Tata Motors May sales at 37,525, A Decline of 24% Over May 2013

Tata Motors’ total sales (including exports) of Tata commercial and passenger vehicles in May 2014 were 37,525 vehicles, a decline of 24% over 49,304 vehicles sold in May 2013. The company’s domestic sales of Tata commercial and passenger vehicles for May 2014 were 34,334 nos., 24% decline over 45,430 nos. so ... Continue reading

Ford Puts Latest Technologies and Smartest Mustang Ever on Display at Computex, Showcasing Continued Technology Leadership

Ford’s technology leadership across Asia Pacific continues with the introduction of Ford AppLink to three new markets in 2015 – Taiwan, New Zealand and Thailand On display in Taiwan for the first time, the all-new Ford Mustang will deliver the latest smart technology and outstanding performance when it goes o ... Continue reading

Highly Acclaimed and Award-winning Acura MDX Remains the Luxury SUV Standout for 2015

Acura's award-winning MDX luxury SUV goes on sale June 3, returning for the 2015 model year. The MDX is once again available in two-wheel and Super Handling All-wheel Drive (SH-AWD) drivetrain configurations and four luxuriously-appointed grades. The 2015 MDX starts with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) o ... Continue reading

2015 Escalade Exterior Rooted in Attention to Detail

The 2015 Cadillac Escalade features a new yet instantly recognizable design that maintains the vehicle's signature quality and elegance. The styling cues combine sculpted surfaces with high technology embellishments to give Escalade an unmistakable stand-out appearance. The Escalade is all new for 2015, but its iconic ... Continue reading

Four GM Models Earn Top Spot for Front End Safety

Buick, Cadillac and Chevrolet models dubbed superior in front crash prevention DETROIT – General Motors earned half of the superior ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s rating program on front crash prevention. The Buick Regal, Cadillac CTS, Cadillac XTS and Chevrolet Impala are all consi ... Continue reading

Ford India Sells 12,288 Vehicles in May, Up 105 Percent

Ford India May domestic wholesales reach 6,053 vehicles, up 51 percent from a year earlier Export momentum remains strong with 6,235 vehicles in May Ford India reopen bookings of its most awarded, urban SUV Ford EcoSport Ford India more than doubled its sales in May, selling 12,288 vehicles in combined domestic wholesa ... Continue reading

New Quiz Puts Teen Drivers to the Test

In honor of Safe Teen Driving Day, Be Smart. Be Well. releases new online quiz testing teen drivers' knowledge of driving risks and driving distractions. While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports teen drinking and driving is on the decline, other driving risks remain; and motor vehicle crashes ... Continue reading

National Tire Safety Week (June 1-7) Focuses Attention On Tire Care

A tire industry survey reveals that nearly 7 out of 10 vehicles are riding on under inflated tires. Nearly one in five vehicles has at least one significantly under inflated tire. The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA), the national trade association for tire manufacturers, sponsors National Tire Safety Week (June ... Continue reading

Average automotive loan term reaches record high of 66 months; loans with terms 73-84 months grew by 27.6 percent

Experian Automotive today announced that loan terms continued to lengthen, with the average automotive loan term reaching 66 months for the first time. According to Experian Automotive's latest State of the Automotive Finance Market report, loan terms in the first quarter of 2014 reached the highest level since the com ... Continue reading

Goodyear Announces Plan to Build New Consumer Tire Plant in the Americas

Plan focused on capturing growth opportunities, increasing shareholder returns - New plant addresses growing market demand for high-value-added tires in Americas - Shareholder return program more than doubles to approximately $650 million - 20% increase in quarterly common stock dividend - Share repurchase program incr ... Continue reading

Toyota Launches "Dream Car of the Day," Making Kids' Artwork a Reality for the First Vine Campaign Showcasing Children around the World

Toyota Motor Sales & Marketing Corporation (TMSM), a subsidiary company of Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) today announced the launch of "Dream Car of the Day," a first-of-its-kind Vine campaign that brings an exciting new dimension to its annual Toyota Dream Car Art Contest. For the first time in the history of the con ... Continue reading