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Monday, April 4, 2016

Michelin Pilot Sport - Tire Rack Test

Michelin Pilot Sport - Tire Rack Test

Michelin’s latest Pilot Sport model debuts with improved snow traction SOUTH BEND, Ind. (April 4, 2016) – When Michelin launched its improved ultra high performance all-season tires in March, the company made a lofty claim. According to the manufacturer, the Pilot Sport A/S 3+ would deliver better traction in ... Continue reading

Free Kia UVO Luxury Services In 2016 K900

Free Kia UVO Luxury Services In 2016 K900

IRVINE, Calif., April 4, 2016 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the next iteration of the company's innovative UVO infotainment and telematics system, known as UVO Luxury Services. Exclusive to the 2016 K900, UVO Luxury Services includes premium features and functions, such as local search by Google®, remote ... Continue reading

Advance Auto Parts Names Thomas Greco CEO

Advance Auto Parts Names Thomas Greco CEO

ROANOKE, Va.—Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America serving both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers, today announced that the Company has named Thomas (Tom) Greco as CEO and a Director, effective April 11, 2016. Mr. Greco will succeed George Sh ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALLS APRIL 4 2016; Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet, RAM, Volkswagen, Van Hool, Spartan, Strick

NHTSA RECALLS APRIL 4 2016; Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet, RAM, Volkswagen, Van Hool, Spartan, Strick

NHTSA RECALLS APRIL 4 2016; Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet, RAM, Volkswagen, Van Hool, Spartan, Strick ... Continue reading

Switzerland: Exclusive Journey of Discovery Into the Longest Train Tunnel in the World

Switzerland: Exclusive Journey of Discovery Into the Longest Train Tunnel in the World

ZURICH, April 4, 2016 -- The Gotthard Base Tunnel, the longest train tunnel in the world, enters into service on 11 December 2016. Prior to this, the record-breaking construction will be more accessible than ever, but only for a limited period: from 2 August 2016, passengers may descend into the once-in-a-century const ... Continue reading

Kia Motors and Total Renew Partnership

Kia Motors and Total Renew Partnership

Seoul April 4, 2016; Total Lubricants will remain Kia's recommended and exclusive partner for automotive lubricants for a further 5 years. Kia Motors Corporation and Total Lubricants recently renewed their strategic partnership agreement. For another 5 years, Total will remain Kia Motors Corporation's preferred afterma ... Continue reading

Tesla New Model 3 Will Benefit Korea's LG Chem and Samsung SDI

Tesla New Model 3 Will Benefit Korea's LG Chem and Samsung SDI

By Seoul April 4, 2016; Lee Min-hyung writing for the Korea Times reported that Tesla Motor's new compact electric vehicle (EV) is expected to help LG Chem and Samsung SDI boost their profits as the U.S. automaker eyes the budget EV market with the Model 3. A leading market research firm said Sunday that the Model 3 wo ... Continue reading

2016 Honda Pilot Review By Larry Nutson

2016 Honda Pilot Review By Larry Nutson

2016 Honda Pilot Review By Larry Nutson ... Continue reading

2016 Toyota Camry XLE Review by John Heilig +VIDEO

2016 Toyota Camry XLE Review by John Heilig +VIDEO

By John Heilig Senior Editor Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel AUTO PAGE SPECS - 2016 Toyota Camry MODEL: 2016 Toyota Camry XLE ENGINE: 3.5-liter V6 TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 268 hp @ 6,200 rpm/248 lb.-ft. @ 4,700 rpm WHEELBASE: 109.3 in. LENGTH X WIDTH X HEIGHT: 190.9 x 71.7 x 57.9 in. TIRE ... Continue reading

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