707 HP 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Gets 22 MPG- Wow!
707 horses hurrying from its 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® Hellcat V-8. Equipped with Chrysler Groupâs segment-exclusive TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, the new Challenger SRT Hellcat has earned a highway fuel-economy rating of 22 miles per gallon (mpg) from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ... Continue reading
Toyota Names Scott C. Vazin as Vice President, Corporate and Regional Communications
Scott C. Vazin as vice president of corporate and regional communications, effective Sept. 22, 2014. âIâm delighted that Scott Vazin will join Toyota, bringing along his creative talents and competitive portfolio of skills,â said Julie Hamp, group vice president and chief communications officer for Toyot ... Continue reading
BREAKING NEWS: No American Servicemen Die Defending Ethanol ...Again
AUTO CENTRAL - September 16, 2014: The Auto Channel was able to confirm this morning that no American military personnel have died or been wounded defending the production or distribution of ethanol in America. And while we're still awaiting confirmation that no hostages have been taken at any ethanol plants throughout ... Continue reading
Ford Offers Award-Winning Surveillance Mode Technology to Encourage Expanded Adoption
Ford announces availability of surveillance mode, first introduced on 2014 Ford Police Interceptor, to competitive vehicle manufacturers and for use in military applications to encourage expanded adoption and to help protect law enforcement officers and military personnel around the globe Ford has received the National ... Continue reading
Ford and Automatic Working Together to Support Connected-Car Solutions
Automatic Labs and Ford Motor Company today announced a joint experimental collaboration to improve the driving experience for Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners. Together, the companies will test and develop new features that provide enhanced capabilities to Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners, enabling drivers to opt-in to ... Continue reading
Tesla Opens Supercharger Station at Kimco's Gateway at Donner Pass Shopping Center
Kimco Realty Corp. , the nationâs largest publicly-traded owner and operator of neighborhood and community shopping centers, today announced the opening of a Tesla Motors Inc. Supercharger station at Kimcoâs Gateway at Donner Pass shopping center in Truckee, Calif. âWe consistently evaluate new opportuni ... Continue reading
Nissan Donates $1 Million to Enrich People's Lives With Habitat for Humanity
Grant will fund new home builds and revitalization projects using sustainable construction practices, vehicle donations to Habitat affiliates and support for disaster recovery efforts NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Moving into a new home is a life-changing experience, according to Nashville homeowner Keisha Crump, who moved into he ... Continue reading
September is National Preparedness Month: Make Sure Your Car is Ready if Disaster Hits
Would your car be ready if you had to leave at a moment's notice? If you were stranded in your car, would you be prepared? During National Preparedness Month in September, the non-profit Car Care Council is reminding drivers of the importance of regular maintenance and do-it-yourself checks, as well as a stocked emerge ... Continue reading
Hyundai Dealers Sell More Than One Million Tires
Dealers See Double Digit Tire Sales Increase Annually Puts 333,000 Safer Vehicles on the Road FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 16, 2014 -- Hyundai Motor America and its dealers announced today that the Hyundai Authorized Tire Center Program has resulted in more than one million tires sold. Using an average of three tires ... Continue reading
Today, Hyundai collaborated with the House Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Caucus and the Department of Energy to highlight the introduction of the first mass-produced fuel cell vehicles in the U.S. retail market. In a briefing organized by the House Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Caucus, Hyundai executives, Members of Congress, and an ... Continue reading
AK Steel Introduces New Stainless Steel Product
AK Steel said today that the company has introduced CHROMESHIELD⢠22, a new nickel-free stainless steel product with enhanced benefits and stable pricing for customers. CHROMESHIELD 22 was developed by AK Steel at its Research Center in Middletown, Ohio, principally for manufacturers of appliance and food service ... Continue reading
Penton's WardsAuto Fuel Economy Index Shows Industry Reached Record-High Fuel Economy in 2013
Penton's WardsAuto today released the second annual WardsAuto Fuel Economy Index: State of the Industry report, which examines average fuel economy of new light vehicles (LVs) sold in the U.S. as measured by the WardsAuto Fuel Economy Index (FEI), in comparison with prior periods back to Q4 2007, the Index Base Period ... Continue reading
First generation Citroen Grand C4 Picasso wins 'Best MPV' accolade in What Car? Used Car Awards
What Car? judges recommended Grand C4 Picasso for its unbeatable value, practicality & versatility Grand C4 Picasso 1.6 HDi VTR+ chosen by What Car? as the one to go for Following the successful launch of the New Citroën Grand C4 Picasso earlier this year, the first generation Grand C4 Picasso has been named âB ... Continue reading
Used Mazda MX-5 Wins 'Fun Car' Category at What Car? Awards
Mazda MX-5 claims âFun Carâ crown at 2014 What Car? Used Car of the Year awards MX-5 sports car praised for its fantastically entertaining drive and exceptional handling Remarkable reliability, great value and plentiful choice of good used MX-5s available Iconic Mazda MX-5 has achieved more than 114,000 sales ... Continue reading
Hyundai i10 is What Car? Best Used City Car 2014
Hyundai i10 wins Best City Car at What Car? Used Car Awards 2014 âi10 is really practical and remarkably spaciousâ say What Car? magazine High Wycombe, 16 September 2014 - Practical and remarkably spacious - thatâs What Car? Magazineâs verdict after Hyundai i10 triumphed in the fiercely contested Be ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Scirocco is What Car?'s Used Coupe of the Year
The Volkswagen Scirocco has been named âBest coupéâ in What Car? magazineâs Used Car of the Year awards, at an event held at Londonâs Hurlingham Club this evening. The sporty yet practical coupé, which went on sale in 2008, is no stranger to awards, including What Car?âs own âBest Co ... Continue reading
Stylish new C-MAX and Grand C-MAX deliver significant improvements in fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions; advanced technology; and smart new stowage ideas New C-MAX family inherits sleek exterior design with bold new face of Ford and an intuitive, beautifully crafted interior Hands-Free Tailgate and Perpendicular Parkin ... Continue reading
New Lexus NX 300h Gets A Grip With E-Four All-Wheel Drive
The new Lexus NX 300h isnât simply a crossover with SUV looks, it comes equipped with an intelligent electric all-wheel drive system that provides extra grip just when the driver needs it. Light and compact, the clever technology also avoids the weight, packaging, emissions and fuel consumption penalties associate ... Continue reading
MiX Telematics to Showcase Latest Innovations at the IAA in Hannover
For the fourth time running, MiX Telematics is participating in the renowned IAA Commercial Vehicles Show, being held in Hannover, Germany, from 25 September to 2 October 2014. The global provider of fleet and mobile asset management solutions will use the opportunity to launch and demo their latest telematics innovati ... Continue reading
The New Honda Jazz Prototype will be Unvield in Paris
Prototype of the new European Jazz unveiled New sleek and modern exterior design Longer wheelbase and centre fuel tank layout maximise cabin roominess Versatile Honda Magic Seats® Refined and comfortable ride New 1.3-litre i-VTEC Earth Dreams Technology engine Today Honda has released the first images of the new Jaz ... Continue reading
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