Subaru XV Gets Interior Upgrade and Re-Tuned Chassis
Subaru UK has announced a raft of modifications and upgrades to the interior and chassis of its XV compact crossover. The interior changes result in further significant improvements to cabin refinement and ambience, and include an all new factory-fit infotainment system first seen on the new Outback earlier this year. ... Continue reading
Since 2003, Ford has reduced the injury rate by 70 percent for its more than 50,000 industrial athletes in the U.S., and many more around the world, through new ergonomics technology, lift-assist devices, workstation redesign and data-driven process changes. We refer to our assembly line employees as industrial ... Continue reading
An Inside Look at FCA US: Things Heat Up in July on FCA360
Each month, the digital magazine FCA360 provides in-depth feature articles about FCA US LLC and its Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Dodge, FIAT, Jeep®, Ram, Mopar and SRT vehicles and products. ... Continue reading
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for July 16
Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: NICKEL AND DIMING Profile America â Thursday, July 16th. On this date in 1935, drivers in Oklahoma City were confronted with America's first parking meter, collecting rent for a space on the corner of First Street and Robinson Avenue. Wh ... Continue reading
June 2015 Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Sales in Europe
FCA outperformed the European industry average once again in June with a 17.7% year-over-year increase in passenger car sales. The Group was leader in the European A segment for the 30th consecutive month, with the Fiat 500 and Fiat Panda accounting for a combined 27.7% share. The Fiat 500L ranked first in the Small MP ... Continue reading
Magna Enters Into Agreement to Acquire Getrag
Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG, NYSE: MGA) today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire the Getrag Group of Companies ("Getrag"), one of the world's largest suppliers of automotive transmissions. Getrag has an 80-year history in transmissions and is a technology leader, offering a range of transmission ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Supplies Advanced Wet Friction Plate Technology for ZF's New 8- and 9-Speed Transmissions
BorgWarner supplies its latest wet friction technology for ZF's new 8- and 9-speed automatic transmissions. The 8-speed transmission features BorgWarner's multi-segment friction plates with intricate groove designs, and the torque converter for the 9-speed transmission utilizes a piston plate with BorgWarner proprietar ... Continue reading
Porsche Opens Fine Dining Restaurant at New Experience Center in Atlanta
Restaurant 356 Features Locally Sourced Organic Ingredients and Diverse Global Cuisine ATLANTA, July 16, 2015 -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. has officially opened the doors to its new fine dining "Restaurant 356" in Atlanta, Georgia. The restaurant sits on the complex of the Company's new $100 million Porsche Expe ... Continue reading
LA Auto Show's Connected Car Expo Selects Top Ten Automotive Startups For 2015
Fortune partners with CCE to help recognize new auto industry disruptors LOS ANGELES, July 16, 2015 -- The Los Angeles Auto Show's Connected Car Expo (CCE) announced its plans to establish the premier top ten list of the hottest and most influential startups to hit the automotive scene. Slated for reveal in September b ... Continue reading
Enlighten Award Nominations are in for 2015
Winner of the award will be announced at the CAR Management Briefing Seminars in August TROY, MI -- July 16, 2015: Altair today announced 17 nominations for the 2015 Enlighten Award. In its third year, the award will be presented in collaboration with the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) at the 2015 CAR Management ... Continue reading
All-New 2016 Mazda CX-3 Subcompact Crossover MSRP to start from $19,960
Latest evolution of Mazda's signature KODO design comes embodied in crossover available with premium, class-exclusive features and class-leading fuel economy - RVINE, Calif., July 16, 2015 -- New vehicle segments don't come around often. So when Mazda had the opportunity to create its very own subcompact crossover to t ... Continue reading
Strong Economy and Low Gas Prices Drove CPO Shoppers to Trucks and Large SUVs in June
Large trucks and SUVs made up half of the most-popular CPO vehicles on Autotrader in June ATLANTA -- July 16, 2015: With summer gas prices at a five-year low and the economy going strong, shoppers looking for certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles on Autotrader.com flocked to trucks and big SUVs last month. These insights ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Group Honors Best Suppliers
Yesterday in Neuburg near Ingolstadt, the Volkswagen Group presented the Volkswagen Group Award 2015 to its best suppliers. Before an audience of 260 guests from 26 countries, Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, and Dr. Francisco Javier Garcia Sanz, Member ... Continue reading
Students Get Early Start on Remodeling Osborn High
GM Student Corps team cleans school courtyard to instill pride and leave a legacy DETROIT â Ten GM Student Corps interns who attend Osborn High School are spending their summer cleaning up and remodeling the school, part of an overall makeover in the east side community expected to attract 12,000 volunteers early ... Continue reading
Statement by American Honda Regarding Third Row Seatbelt Inspection Recall: 2016 Honda Pilot
Only twenty 2016 Pilot vehicles in customer hands require inspection at the time of this announcement Third row seatbelts will be inspected and, if needed, repositioned No related crashes or injuries have been reported Honda will voluntarily recall fewer than 1,700 model-year 2016 Pilot vehicles in the United States to ... Continue reading
New this year, the Lexus Short Films series will crowd source director submissions from the filmmaking community worldwide July 15, 2015 Lexus and The Weinstein Company announced today the return of the annual Lexus Short Films series â but with a new, exciting twist for filmmakers. For the first time ever, the Le ... Continue reading
The World Health Organization predicts that by 2050, 22% of the world's population will be over 60 years old<sup>1</sup>. The Japanese government estimates that by 2060, nearly 40% of Japan's population will be aged 65 or over<sup>2</sup>, requiring an ever-increasing number of long-term-care workers. This "graying" of ... Continue reading
Axalta Announces Spies Hecker Contest
Painters Can Submit Spies Hecker Refinish Photos for a Chance to Win GLEN MILLS, PA -- Juy 15, 2015: Each collision repair business is unique. The very best share this common goal: to consistently provide high-quality, dramatic results to their customers, all while saving time and improving profitability for the shop. ... Continue reading
TomTom Launches Its Traffic Service in Kuwait
TomTom (TOM2) today announced the launch of its world-class traffic service in Kuwait, extending its reach in the region, and adding to existing coverage in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. âThe launch of TomTom Traffic gives drivers, the automotive industry and governments a concrete way to tackle traffic congestion in ... Continue reading
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