73rd Monaco Grand Prix - Nicholas Frankl Thoughts and Reports
<p> <a href="/news/topic.html?topic=30">Nicholas Frankl</a><br>Senior Editor <br>The Auto Channel <br>Formula 1 Racing Desk</p></p> </p><p>Monaco and its famous Grand Prix never fail to thrill and the 73rd running of this unique pageant was no exception. There simply is no other âraceâ weekend like it and one ... Continue reading
Subaru Announces Pricing For 2016 Legacy And Outback
Subaru of America, Inc. today announced pricing on the 2016 Subaru Legacy and Outback models, both now offering the new SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security features and adding other enhancements. Legacy and Outback were fully redesigned for 2015. A deft blend of confident design, standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, ... Continue reading
New 7th Generation Vauxhall Astra
These are the first images of Vauxhalls seventh-generation Astra, which will reach production later this year from the companys Ellesmere Port manufacturing plant in Cheshire. Based on an all-new lightweight vehicle architecture with a new design, powertrains and technology, Astra will receive its world premiere at ... Continue reading
Q by Aston Martin Creates a Unique Vanquish Collection
Seven bespoke sports cars commissioned by collector Carbon fibre-themed personalisation pushes manufacturing boundaries Painstaking process to design, engineer and build the luxury models GRAYDON, UK -- June 1, 2015: The Q by Aston Martin bespoke personalisation service is celebrating the fulfilment of a longstanding a ... Continue reading
Electronic Toll Payment Now Possible with FleetBoard Telematics in Hungary
Throughout almost all of Europe, fees must be paid for using motorways, tunnels and bridges. The different fee collection and toll systems in the EU are increasing the burden on, and costs incurred by, fleet operators. But toll payment has now been made simpler for the Hungarian road network thanks to the Daimler Fleet ... Continue reading
Battery Technology for Daimler is Accelerating the Transition to Renewable Energy Generation
Daimler is entering into business in the field of stationary energy storage plants with its one hundred percent subsidiary Deutsche ACCUmotive. The first industrial-scale lithium-ion unit is already on the grid and is being operated by the partner companies The Mobility House AG and GETEC Energie AG. For business with ... Continue reading
Dana Earns Ford's Gold World Excellence Award
Dana Holding Corporation announced today that it's facility in Columbia, Mo., has earned Ford Motor Company's Gold World Excellence Award. Ford's 17th Annual World Excellence Awards recognize suppliers that exceed the company's expectations and distinguish themselves from their peers by achieving the highest levels of ... Continue reading
Autostadt's 15th Anniversary Celebration
The Autostadt in Wolfsburg celebrated its 15th anniversary on 30th and 31st May with a unique journey around the world. An exclusive programme featuring more than 300 artists from six continents was presented at different locations throughout the park. Autostadt CEO Otto F. Wachs thanked the visitors, the almost 1,000 ... Continue reading
Ram Nation Gathers to Aid Flood-stricken Residents in Central Texas
On Tuesday, June 2, Ram truck owners will converge on storm-damaged areas in Wimberley and San Marcos, Texas, to deliver supplies and help area residents recover from the devastating flooding. Tad Agoglia, founder of First Response Team of America, will direct the effort and lead the caravan of Ram trucks into areas wh ... Continue reading
AlertDriving, the global leader in driver risk management, today announced that the Swiss road safety NGO RoadCross Schweiz has joined the growing number of businesses around the world unlocking new value through AlertDrivingâs fast-growing channel partnership program. As a Certified Advantage partner, RoadCross S ... Continue reading
Awards recognize achievements through the use of information, analytics and expertise IHS Inc. , the leading global source of information and insight, today announced that seven companies have been selected to receive 2015 IHS SPECTRUM Excellence Awards. This prominent industry award program spotlights organizations an ... Continue reading
Volvo Continues to Invest in Attracting Young People to the Industry
âWe are very happy and proud that so many have wanted to take part in the Volvo Step. These young people bring new enthusiasm and energy to our workplaces, which is appreciated by our employeesâ Volvo Groupâs three-year initiative, the Volvo Step, will continue and become part of the business operations. ... Continue reading
PMI at 52.8%; May Manufacturing ISM Report On Business
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in May for the 29th consecutive month, and the overall economy grew for the 72nd consecutive month, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®. The report was issued today by Bradley J. Holcomb, CPSM, CPSD, chair of th ... Continue reading
LoJack Establishes Broad Footprint in the Growing Telematics Space
Focused on Main Street Fleet, Construction and Dealership Users, LoJack has Agreements Covering More Than 10,000 Subscriptions LoJack Corporation , a leader in vehicle theft recovery, today announced that the company has achieved an important milestone by surpassing 10,000 subscriptions under agreement to provide subsc ... Continue reading
Shell Fuels Technology Breakthrough: New Premium Fuel an Industry Game Changer
New Shell V-Power NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline Now Available Nationwide HOUSTON -- June 1, 2015: Shell today announces it is offering an industry game changer new premium fuel. The new fuel, Shell V-Power NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline, is Shell's most technically advanced premium Shell fuel ever produced that provides customers a ... Continue reading
Honda Civic Tour Presents One Direction On The Road Again
The 2015 HONDA CIVIC TOUR will take the world's #1 touring band through 17 cities across the U.S. including stops in San Francisco, Chicago, Philadelphia, New Jersey, Seattle and more. Starting tomorrow June 2 at 6:00am PDT until Midnight PDT on June 4, One Direction and HONDA CIVIC TOUR are offering a special ticket p ... Continue reading
GMC Applauds Precision in Design with 'Sharp'
Third installment in Precision campaign features leading American designer Michael Bastian DETROIT â The parallels between the GMC Yukon Denali and the world of impeccable dressing, from apparel to accessory and grooming, is the focus of âSharpâ, the third installment in the brandâs Precision advert ... Continue reading
GM Invests $119 Million in Michigan Components Plant, Creates Approximately 300 New Jobs
General Motors announced today it will invest $119 million in tools and equipment to support production of future vehicle components at its Grand Rapids Operations, creating approximately 300 future jobs. The plant currently has approximately 500 employees on three shifts and produces a variety of precision-machined au ... Continue reading
Hyundai Kicks Off National "Before Service Experience" Tour
This summer, Hyundai is kicking off its all-new Before Service Experience Tour, which is coming soon to sporting events, outdoor festivals and shopping malls across the U.S. "The Before Service Tour brings attention to the importance of car care and preventative maintenance. It reminds owners to take care of any issues ... Continue reading
Visteon Fund Contributes $200,000 to Michigan Science Center
Donation over four years underscores Visteon's support for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, MI -- May 29, 2015: Through its non-profit Visteon Fund, Visteon Corporation is contributing $200,000 over four years to the Michigan Science Center (MiSci), a science, techno ... Continue reading
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