Honda to Unveil All New Fuel Cell Vehicle at Tokyo Auto Show
Honda to display future mobility solutions, including the global debut of all new fuel cell vehicle (FCV) Innovative new production models are accompanied by futuristic concepts Versatile and varied line-up is united under the principle of âThe Power of Dreamsâ BRACKNELL, UK -- Sept. 30, 2015: Honda has annou ... Continue reading
Expansion of Mercedes-Benz Research & Development Center in China continues under new management
The Mercedes-Benz Research & Development Center in Beijing is under new leadership as of October 1, 2015. Prof. Dr. Hans Georg Engel follows Klaus Mannsperger as the head of Daimlers Chinese R&D facilities. In his new position, Engel will oversee a growing number of departments and functions with a broad range of res ... Continue reading
Dr. Winfried Vahland Appoint as President and CEO, Volkswagen North American Region
As part of decentralization of its company activities, Volkswagen Group is strengthening the North American region and is combining its activities in the USA, Mexico and Canada into the newly formed North American Region (NAR). The Supervisory Board has appointed Prof. Dr. Winfried Vahland to take over all responsibili ... Continue reading
Acura Becomes First Luxury Brand to Earn 2015 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
Acura has become the first luxury brand to earn a 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating for its entire model line from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The IIHS announced today that the significantly refreshed 2016 ILX and 2016 RDX have each received a 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating, when equipped with AcuraWatc ... Continue reading
Toyota to Show Latest Smart Mobility Initiatives at ITS World Congress in Bordeaux
From October 5 through 9, Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) technologies from around the world will go on display in Bordeaux. Toyota will be one of those hosting an exhibit at the 22nd ITS World Congress (hosted by ERTICO-ITS Europe), and will showcase some of its many ongoing initiatives in this area. "Towards ... Continue reading
Toyota Bringing Advanced ITS Technology to Mass-Market Models in Japan
By the end of 2015, Toyota will make a new ITS (Intelligent Transportation System) safety package available on three models in Japan. The package, named ITS Connect, uses Japan's standardized ITS frequency of 760 MHz to receive and share data transmitted by external infrastructure and other vehicles. Equipping ITS on t ... Continue reading
As a result of FCA US LLCâs heightened scrutiny of its regulatory reporting obligations growing out of its recent Consent Order with NHTSA, FCA US identified deficiencies in its TREAD reporting. FCA US promptly notified NHTSA of these issues, and committed to a thorough investigation, to be followed by complete re ... Continue reading
Ford Issues Five Safety Recalls and One Safety Compliance Recall in North America
Ford Motor Company is issuing five safety recalls and one safety compliance recall in North America. A small number of accidents are attributed to these conditions; no injuries. Details are as follows: Ford issues safety recall for certain 1998-2003 Ford Windstar vehicles for rear axle inspection Ford Motor Company is ... Continue reading
IDTechEx Research: Progress Towards Vehicles that Could Run Forever
The IDTechEx Research report âEnergy Independent Vehicles 2016-2026â explores the latest developments in the booming energy autonomous vehicle industry. BOSTON -- Sept. 30, 2015: Forget the obsession with driverless autonomous cars; energy independent vehicles (EIV) are the megatrend. Electric land vehicles, ... Continue reading
Pioneering Innovations / Carl F. W. Borgward Quickly and Automatically Shifted Gear
After the Second World War, it was the US automobile industry that led the way in comfort-related features. Carl F. W. Borgward kept a keen eye on developments across the Atlantic. In particular, he had a strong hunch that the automatic transmission would prove popular with German customers, just as it already had with ... Continue reading
GM And Navistar Reach Commercial Vehicle Agreement
Conventional Cab Trucks to Enter Market in 2018 -- General Motors Co. and Navistar have reached a long-term agreement to develop and assemble future medium-duty, conventional cab Class 4/5 commercial vehicles, allowing Navistar to strengthen its product lineup and GM to expand its Chevrolet commercial truck portfolio. ... Continue reading
NHTSA Administrator Mark Rosekind to address 2016 Washington Auto Show
Dr. Mark Rosekind, Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, will deliver the annual government keynote address at the 2016 Washington Auto Show's Public Policy Day Jan. 21, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. "The Washington Auto Show has long championed the theme of sustainable m ... Continue reading
VW and Audi Returning Green Car Of The Year Awards, Vehicles Deemed Ineligible
Green Car Journal is rescinding the Green Car of the Year® awards previously honoring the 2009 VW Jetta TDI and 2010 Audi A3 TDI, the first time this has occurred in the award program's decade-long history. Audi of America President Scott Keogh has informed Green Car Journal that Audi will return its 2010 Green Car of ... Continue reading
Mazda to Unveil New Sports Car Concept at Tokyo Motor Show
Japan-debut of Mazda KOERU and racing-spec Mazda Roadsters among fourteen models on display -- Mazda Motor Corporation will hold the world premiere of a new sports car concept model at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, which runs from October 30 through November 8.*1 A total of 14 models will be on display at the Mazda stand, ... Continue reading
Porsche Supervisory Board appoints Dr. Oliver Blume as Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG
Detlev von Platen named Executive Board member for Sales and Marketing The Supervisory Board of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG appointed Dr. Oliver Blume as new Chairman of the Porsche AG Executive Board in its meeting today in Stuttgart, Germany. ... Continue reading
Business Leaders Announce Formation of Clean Fuels Michigan
A coalition dedicated to growing a high tech, clean transportation industry in Michigan LANSING, MI -- Sept. 30, 2015: Nearly 30 leading companies and organizations in Michigan today announced the formation of Clean Fuels Michigan. The new 501(c)(6) organization aims to maintain Michigan's position as a global leader i ... Continue reading
MDX to Return 30% of Tolls Paid by Miami Customers as Part of Cash Back Toll Dividend Program
Agency Plans to Return Cash Rebates to Members in December MIAMI -- Sept. 30, 2015: The MDX Board of Directors announced today that the Authority will return 30% of tolls paid to customers as part of the Cash Back Toll Dividend Program. This initiative, believed to be the first of its kind in the United States, is the ... Continue reading
ARK Performance Boosts Power And Luxury For Genesis Coupe SEMA Build
Seventh Consecutive SEMA Vehicle Blends Premium and Performance Sponsorship Provided by Hyundai Car Care Express and Quaker State FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA -- Sept. 30, 2015: Leveraging its long-standing relationship with Hyundai Motor America, ARK Performance has released details on its race-inspired Solus Genesis Coupe, bl ... Continue reading
Track Drive: Ford Shelby GT 350 & GT 350R by Larry Nutson +VIDEO
By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (DSC_3108) Every day is full of decisions. Some are big and some not. In the life of an automotive journalist some decisions involve conflicting or overlapping invites to new vehicle introduction and information events. Such was the case for me recent ... Continue reading
Latest Xtime Results Demonstrate Dealerships Strengthen Customer Retention By Recapturing Lost Souls
Xtime's Marketing 7 is Key to Driving Competitive Advantage Now more than ever, consumers have many choices for vehicle maintenance and repair. To gain a competitive edge, dealerships need to differentiate their service experience. By emulating other retail experiences common in airline and hotel industries, such as ti ... Continue reading
ATRI Research Finds Industry's Operational Costs On The Rise Again
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) today released the findings of its 2015 update to An Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking. Using financial data provided directly by motor carriers throughout the country, this research documents and analyzes trucking costs from 2008 through 2014 providing ... Continue reading
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