zFAS -- The Brain Behind Audi Automated Driving
The central driver assistance controller (zFAS) is the core of future systems for automated driving currently under development by Audi AG. This mastermind unit uses cutting edge, high performance processors and will work its way into the Audi model range step by step in the foreseeable future. It is a key milestone on ... Continue reading
First Look: 2016 BMW X5 xDrive 40e Plug-In SUV
First Look: 2016 BMW X5 xDrive40e Plug-In SUV ... Continue reading
Learning the Future: Daimler Introduces Electric Mobility in Driving Schools
Drawing on the maxim "electric mobility is something you can learn", Daimler AG and the ACADEMY Holding AG are launching a pilot project with five selected ACADEMY driving schools in the wider Stuttgart area, with the aim of making electric vehicles an integral part of driver training. Kick-off for the project will be ... Continue reading
GM Names Dhivya Suryadevara Vice President, Finance and Treasurer
Niharika Taskar Ramdev appointed Chief Financial Officer, GM International DETROIT -- April 10, 2015: General Motors has named Dhivya Suryadevara GM vice president, Finance and Treasurer, effective July 1, replacing Niharika Taskar Ramdev, who has been named chief financial officer for GM International. Suryadevara wil ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Declares Dividend for Second Quarter 2015: $.15 Per Share
The Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company declared a second quarter dividend of $0.15 per share on the companyâs outstanding Class B and common stock. This is the same level of dividend paid in the first quarter of 2015, and is a 20 percent increase from quarterly dividends paid in 2014. The second quarter divi ... Continue reading
Michelin Adds Two More J.D. Power Original Equipment Customer Satisfaction Awards
Michelin Grows Total to 77 Awards Since 1989 GREENVILLE, SC -- April 10, 2015: Adding to its already impressive list of J.D. Power original equipment tire customer satisfaction awards, Michelin once again received the industry's top honors for customer satisfaction, ranking highest in two of the three award-eligible ti ... Continue reading
The all-new, third generation 2016 Honda Pilot will go on sale this summer ready to take the mid-size SUV segment by storm, with more of what active families seek in a three-row SUV â sleek and athletic styling, outstanding power, sophisticated technology and, new for 2016, an all-new Elite model with a panoramic ... Continue reading
Snack Time: Chevy Spark's Appetite for Edible Colors Grows
Kalamata Olive and Toasted Marshmallow join 2016 minicar palate DETROIT â As if the Chevrolet Spark in Jalapeno Green and Salsa Red werenât enough to inspire a store run for taco chips, the minicar is tickling the taste buds for the 2016 model with two more foodie-inspired exterior colors â Toasted Marsh ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Stops 2015 Volt Production - Gets Ready To Build 2016 Model
Detroit Michigan No the sky is not falling (yet) on Chevrolet's breakthrough unique and practical extended range EV (EREV). Chevrolet said that sales of the 2015 Volt are slow with only 1,874 have been sold through the first quarter, down 48% from a year ago, so instead of increasing inventory it will begin its 2016 mo ... Continue reading
As numerous organizations, policymakers and transportation advocates today promote the need for a healthy and well-funded transportation system during "Stand Up for Transportation Day", the Diesel Technology Forum is highlighting the new generation of transportation now available that offers better fuel efficiency and ... Continue reading
New Crowdtap Study Looks Under the Hood at What Drives Automotive Buying Behaviors
People-Powered Marketing Platform Finds that 80% of Those in the Market for a Car are More Likely to Turn to Social Media than a Salesperson NEW YORK -- April 9, 2015: Crowdtap, the People-Powered Marketing Platform, today released the results of a new study that explores the consumer path to purchase when it comes to ... Continue reading
Take the Axalta Challenge at Automechanika
Axalta to Highlight Waterborne Products With a Working Mixing Room and Paint Booth â All Engineered for Speed GLEN MILLS, PA -- April 10, 2015: Step right up and step right into a fully functional, state-of-the art paint booth! On April 24 -26 Automechanika Chicago attendees, will hear that midway-like invitation ... Continue reading
ncludes Popular Magellan Features Such as Free Lifetime Maps, Lifetime Traffic Alerts, Branded Highway-Exit POIs, and More SANTA CLARA, CA -- April 9, 2015: Magellan, a leader of innovative GPS devices and content services for vehicles, fitness, outdoor, and mobile navigation, introduces its newest 5-inch auto GPS avai ... Continue reading
Recall: Dodge Door-handle Assemblies
FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 1,762 cars in the U.S. to replace their door-handle assemblies. FCA US launched an investigation after the Company received three warranty claims linked to doors that failed to close or opened inadvertently while vehicles were moving at low speed. The Company is unaware ... Continue reading
Jeep Performance Parts: Toughen Up for the Trail
Fresh off the 49th Annual Easter Jeep® Safari and the trails of Moab, Utah, the Mopar brand is highlighting its extensive portfolio of Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) available to arm off-roaders in pursuit of any path they choose. ... Continue reading
FCA Prices $3 Billion Debt Offering
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. ("FCA") announced today the pricing of its previously announced offering of unsecured senior debt securities. FCA has priced an offering of U.S.$1.5 billion total principal amount of 4.500% Senior Notes due 2020 (the "2020 Notes") at an issue price of 100% of their principal amount, and o ... Continue reading
The New Lexus ES to Make Its Global Debut at Auto Shanghai 2015
The new Lexus ES luxury sedan will make its global debut at Auto Shanghai 2015 on April 20, 2015. The Lexus ES established a unique and important position in the luxury sedan segment with its elegant styling, extraordinary quality, and Lexus' best-in-class service when it was introduced in 1989. More than 1.7 million u ... Continue reading
$2.1 million pledged to jump-start real change in the lives of thousands of underserved girls in the United States. NEW YORK -- April 8, 2015: Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) today announced a new, multi-year partnership with Toyota Financial Services (TFS), which has pledged $2.1 million to help girls become self-relia ... Continue reading
Acura NSX: Get the Scoop on the "Human-Centered Supercar"
As the company providing Executive Leadership for the SAE 2015 World Congress & Exhibition in Detroit, Michigan, April 21-23, Honda and its partners are providing a series of brief updates leading up to the event. The following is a blog post from Erik Berkman, executive vice president of Honda North America and genera ... Continue reading
Hyundai Tournament of Champions Announces More than $340,000 Raised for Charity at 2015 Event
The Hyundai Tournament of Champions is proud to announce that the 2015 event has raised a grand total of $341,000 for Maui charities. With this yearâs addition, the tournament and host organizations have donated over $5.3 million to Maui community charities since its move to Maui in 1999.</p> <p>The six primary be ... Continue reading
General Motors Sells March Record 338,350 Vehicles in China
SHANGHAI -- April 9, 2015: Vehicle sales by General Motors and its joint ventures in China increased 8.0 percent on an annual basis last month to a March record 338,350 units. Domestic sales by SAIC-GM-Wuling and Cadillac reached an all-time monthly high, while Shanghai GM and Chevrolet had record March domestic sales. ... Continue reading
Weekly winners' videos could be featured in the GEICO National Distracted Driving Awareness Video WASHINGTON -- April 9, 2015: GEICO is asking young drivers ages 15 to 25 to share their reasons against driving distracted by entering a short video in the GEICO #BrakeTheHabit Contest. From April 1 through June 30, 2015, ... Continue reading
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