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Calling All Bostonians: Nissan's 'No Charge to Charge' Program Arrives in Bean Town

Calling All Bostonians: Nissan's 'No Charge to Charge' Program Arrives in Bean Town

Nissan is launching its “No Charge to Charge” promotion for Boston-area Nissan LEAF buyers, providing two years complimentary public charging with the purchase of the all-electric car from LEAF-certified dealers in the Boston market. “Nissan LEAF is an attractive option for Boston car buyers because it i ... Continue reading

Subaru Canada Announces Pricing for 2016 Forester

Subaru Canada Announces Pricing for 2016 Forester

2016 Forester offers improved connectivity and intuitive audio and navigation controls with new infotainment system. New steering-responsive fog lights for improved visibility. MISSISSAUGA, ON -- July 6, 2015: Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) is pleased to announce the release of the 2016 Forester. Available in showrooms in e ... Continue reading

New Cell Phone Policy Assessment Tool Exposes Potential Gaps in Workplace Safety

New Cell Phone Policy Assessment Tool Exposes Potential Gaps in Workplace Safety

The National Safety Council recently launched a Cell Phone Policy Assessment Tool that provides instant feedback on an employer's cell phone policy. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of workplace death, and distracted driving is a common cause of crashes. When talking on a cell phone, drivers can be looking s ... Continue reading

Future Growth in Infrastructure Projects Crank up Demand for Off-highway Vehicles in Brazil

Future Growth in Infrastructure Projects Crank up Demand for Off-highway Vehicles in Brazil

The mushrooming of manufacturing facilities to boost market volumes SAO PAULO, BRAZIL - July 6, 2015: The impressive growth of the Brazilian off-highway vehicle (OHV) market over the last six to eight years is expected to last well into 2021, despite some headwind in the near term, majorly caused by the country's econo ... Continue reading

Mitsubishi Uk Continues to Build on Strong Sales Growth

Mitsubishi Uk Continues to Build on Strong Sales Growth

Sales of Mitsubishi passenger vehicles in the UK continue to outperform the market. According to SMMT figures released today for the calendar year through June 2015, Mitsubishi Motors (UK) sales are up 117 per cent compared to the same period last year, against an overall market increase of 7 per cent. The company is s ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Transporter Order books Open Today in the UK; First Deliveries from September

Volkswagen Transporter Order books Open Today in the UK; First Deliveries from September

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has opened the order books for all panel van and passenger carrying versions of the new Transporter, ahead of first deliveries in September. Boasting a sharper new look, refined and more efficient engines, and a host of safety, comfort and convenience features, the sixth-generation Transp ... Continue reading

New Subaru Commercial Emphasizes the Importance of a Life Well Lived

New Subaru Commercial Emphasizes the Importance of a Life Well Lived

Subaru has launched its second brand spot of the summer, “Dream Weekend” showcasing the adventurous spirit and versatility of the 2016 Subaru Impreza. The spot follows a bucket-list weekend enjoyed by a man and his four-legged best friend, set to a song by Willie Nelson. The Subaru brand is well known for saf ... Continue reading

Summer Driving Camp for Teens: More than 1,500 Teens to Learn Key Safe Driving Skills at Free Camps in 6 States

Summer Driving Camp for Teens: More than 1,500 Teens to Learn Key Safe Driving Skills at Free Camps in 6 States

School may be out, but safe driving is still in session. This summer, more than 1,500 teens will attend freecamps across six states where they will learn important safe driving tips that are not always taught in driver’s education, such as how to handle a vehicle on slippery pavement or react to a deer or other animal ... Continue reading

Nissan Celebrates 10,000 Leaf Sales in the UK

Nissan Celebrates 10,000 Leaf Sales in the UK

Nissan Motor (GB) Ltd is today celebrating a significant milestone as figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturing and Traders (SMMT) confirm that more than 10,000 Nissan LEAFs have been sold in the UK since the vehicle came to market. Launching in 2011, the Nissan LEAF quickly established itself as the nation’s pu ... Continue reading

Nissan Sets UK Sales Record in First Half of 2015 with 88,000 Vehicles Sold

Nissan Sets UK Sales Record in First Half of 2015 with 88,000 Vehicles Sold

Nissan announced today passenger car sales for the first six months of 2015 of more than 88,000 units, an increase of 15% compared to last year. This represents a market share of 5.7% for the calendar year-to-date. In June, Nissan passenger cars sales topped 15,000, up 15.6% versus June 2014. ... Continue reading

Ford Records Best UK June Car Sales Since 2003

Ford Records Best UK June Car Sales Since 2003

Ford total vehicle sales and share increased in June, compared with June 2014, stretching its sales lead over its nearest competitors and notching up the best June sales for Ford for more than 25 years. ... Continue reading

Honda HR-V

Honda HR-V

Introducing a new generation of subcompact SUV to the marketplace, the all-new Honda HR-V delivers a unique proposition to the crossover segment: stylish coupé looks with the tough stance of an SUV, the space and versatility of an MPV, sophisticated-yet-fun driving dynamics and fuel-efficient performance. Honda antici ... Continue reading

Renault Talisman Revealed

Renault Talisman Revealed

Renault unveils its new D-segment saloon – Talisman The evocatively named Talisman ticks all the boxes that D-segment customers have come to appreciate, while taking wellbeing and driving enjoyment to a new level. ... Continue reading

The Mercedes-Benz A Class: More Comfortable, More Sporty and Available to Order in Europe

The Mercedes-Benz A Class: More Comfortable, More Sporty and Available to Order in Europe

Striking contours, dynamically sweeping surfaces and coupé-like window lines characterise the exterior of the A-Class. With a new, more arrow-shaped front bumper, new LED High Performance headlamps and modified tail lights, the new generation emphasises the sportiness and dynamism of the successful compact-class model ... Continue reading

Honda's Future - Summary of CEO Speech on July 6, 2015

Honda's Future - Summary of CEO Speech on July 6, 2015

TOKYO, Japan, July 6, 2015 - The new President & CEO of Honda Motor Co., Takahiro Hachigo, unveiled his future vision for the company. He highlighted two themes that the new "Team Honda" will pursue: I want to create a new Honda under two themes. 1. Advancement of the six-region global operation structure 2. Continuous ... Continue reading

Record Half-Year sales for Mercedes-Benz

Record Half-Year sales for Mercedes-Benz

With 898,425 vehicles delivered to customers in the first six months of 2015 (+14.7%), Mercedes-Benz recorded the highest half-year sales figures in the company’s history. The second quarter of the year also exceeded all previous quarters in terms of sales figures. In June, the brand with the star handed over 169, ... Continue reading

China Yuchai Wins One of The Largest Chinese Bus Engine Export Orders in 2015 to Power School Buses in Saudi Arabia

China Yuchai Wins One of The Largest Chinese Bus Engine Export Orders in 2015 to Power School Buses in Saudi Arabia

China Yuchai International Limited ("China Yuchai" or the "Company"), announced today that its main operating subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited ("GYMCL"), has won a competitive bid for nearly 1,300 engines for school buses to be exported to Saudi Arabia. China Yuchai's engines represent around 90 per ... Continue reading

The Most Affordable 3-Row Crossovers

The Most Affordable 3-Row Crossovers

Cars.com has listed the most affordable 3-row crossovers currently for sale. To determine affordability, the list combines the cost to purchase each car (including destination fee), five years of fuel costs as well as each car's residual value after five years. To qualify for the list, each car had to come equipped wit ... Continue reading

Santa Monica's Racing History Relived!

Santa Monica's Racing History Relived!

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NHTSA RECALLS JULY 6, 2015; Volvo; Mercedes-Benz; Kia; Nissan; Ford; Dodge

NHTSA RECALLS JULY 6, 2015; Volvo; Mercedes-Benz; Kia; Nissan; Ford; Dodge

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information. NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V342 Manufacturer : Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC Make / Model Years : VOLVO / 2016 Subject : Seat Air Bag Wiring Harness Routed Incorrectly NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V351 Manufacturer : Mercedes-Benz USA, LL ... Continue reading

Porsche 911 GTS Wins Auto Express Best Performance Car Award

Porsche 911 GTS Wins Auto Express Best Performance Car Award

Auto Express New Car Awards win for 911 GTS:The Porsche 911 continues to fascinate sports car fans, more than 50 years after it was first launched. The legendary silhouette and rear-mounted, charismatic flat-six engine remain distinctive features that set the benchmark coupe apart from its rivals. Auto Express magazine ... Continue reading

Daimler Buses: undoubtedly the number one for safety in Europe

Daimler Buses: undoubtedly the number one for safety in Europe

The undisputed number one among bus manufacturers in Europe is also the undisputed number one in safety technology – anybody wanting to lead the field in passenger transport must also deliver a first-class performance when it comes to safety. With Mercedes-Benz and Setra, Daimler Buses has both two leading br ... Continue reading

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