Charles Warner and David Viano Earn SAE International Arnold W. Siegel Transportation Safety Award
WARRENDALE, Pa., May 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The late Charles Y. Warner, former senior engineer with Collision Safety Engineering, and David C. Viano, a principal of ProBiomechanics, LLC, have been awarded the SAE International Arnold W. Siegel International Transportation Safety Award. The awards were presented ... Continue reading
Automotive Awards Questioned by Wall Street Journal; Edmunds.com Comments
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Todayââ¬â¢s Wall Street Journal article on Consumer Digestââ¬â¢s practice of charging advertisers for the right to mention ââ¬ÅBest Buyââ¬??? awards raises important questions about the trustworthiness of available automotive resources. Edmunds.com, the premi ... Continue reading
ASHEVILLE, N.C.--In connection with the Alternative Fuels and Vehicles Conference in Las Vegas this week, Altech-Eco Corporation of Asheville, North Carolina separately announced today that they have obtained Certificate of Conformity (COC) from the EPA for their CNG BI-FUELED & DEDICATED conversion systems for all the ... Continue reading
Azure Dynamics Announces Re-Order from Metro Mobility
-------------------------------------------------------------- ----------- - Azure Dynamics received an order from Metro Mobility for nine additional Balance(TM) Hybrid Electric shuttle buses to join the 15 Azure buses already at work in its fleet - Metro Mobility accessed funds from two federal programs to help cover ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation Receives $410 Million Delivery Order for Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation , a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies, announced today that its Defense division has received a delivery order valued at more than $410 million from the TACOM Life Cycle Management Command (LCMC) for the production and delivery of 2,634 Family of Medium Tac ... Continue reading
Agency 225 Selects Park Media Platform to Power Moto TV Network
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--Park Media, a leading digital out-of-home enterprise software provider, today announced that it was chosen by point-of-sale broadcast leader Agency 225 to provide the software platform for Moto TV, a system of television networks delivering customized educational and entertainment content to motorcycle ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO--FullPower, Inc., a full-service consulting firm that provides services for the renewable energy storage market, announced today that it is launching the Advanced Energy Storage 2010 Conference and Exposition (AES2010), a conference for scientists, engineers and manufacturers who are developing and deploying ... Continue reading
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, May 10 -- The popular Next Generation Xtreme Charge plug and play battery maintenance system has charged-up after-market motorcycle and accessories dealers with an offer to receive cash back for every unit sold. Good through June 30th, 2010, dealers can maximize their return on the sale of Xtreme Char ... Continue reading
ENER1 Reports First Quarter Results for 2010
NEW YORK, May 10 -- ENER1, Inc. , today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2010. Net sales were $11 million in the first quarter of 2010 compared to net sales of $8.2 million in the prior year first quarter. Net loss was $15.3 million in the first quarter of 2010 compared to $7.3 million ... Continue reading
Telematics Update Names SkyBitz as a Telematics Awards 2010 Finalist
STERLING, Va.--SkyBitzî, the leader in remote asset tracking and information management solutions, was selected as a Telematics Awards 2010 finalist in the ââ¬ÅBest Telematics Service & Applications for Commercial Vehiclesââ¬??? category for the companyââ¬â¢s GLS400 Mobile Terminal. E ... Continue reading
ECOtality, Inc. to Present at the JMP Securities Conference
PHOENIX--ECOtality, Inc. (OTCBB: ETLE), a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, announced that Mr. Jonathan Read, Chief Executive Officer, will present an update on the Company at the JMP Securities Conference in San Francisco today, Monday, May 10, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. PDT. The presentation, w ... Continue reading
Auto Credit Express(R) Partners with UCES and Launches FutureCreditScore.com
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 10 -- Auto Credit Express today announced a partnership with United Credit Education Services to offer credit rebuilding services to its clients and the launch of a new web site, FutureCreditScore.com. Auto Credit Express will now be able to offer its clients a service that will enable them to ... Continue reading
Raser Technologies Announces First Quarter Update and Financial Results
PROVO, Utah--Raser Technologies, Inc. , an energy technology company, today announced financial results for the first quarter 2010, the period ended March 31, 2010. âOnce the final performance test of Thermo No. 1 is complete, we expect the project to be cash flow positive. That is a good position to be in as we m ... Continue reading
RedPrairie Workforce Management Goes Live at Advance Auto Parts Distribution Centers
ORLANDO, Fla.--RedPrairie Corporation, a productivity solutions provider, announced today its Workforce Management solution has gone live at eight Advance Auto Parts distribution centers. A leading automotive retailer in the United States, Advance Auto is also in the process of implementing RedPrairieââ¬â¢s ... Continue reading
DETROIT, May 10 -- The good news at Ford just keeps on coming, while less than positive news at Honda and Toyota also continues, as reflected in the results of the 10th annual North American OEM - Supplier Working Relations Study conducted by Planning Perspectives, Birmingham, MI (www.ppi1.com). The annual study tracks ... Continue reading
Dodge Viper ACR Wins First Ever 'Performance Car of Texas' Award
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 10 -- -- Top honor awarded at the 2010 Texas Auto Writers Association Spring Challenge event in Fort Worth -- Award reinforces Dodge Viper's position as America's Ultimate Sports Car and the Dodge brand's performance leadership Members of the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) named the Dodge ... Continue reading
GM's Lutz Retires - Departure of an Icon
` Lutz gone from GM, isn't end of his automotive road Detroit Michigan, May 3, 2010; For those auto enthusiasts who were afraid of losing the king of sound bites, there's hope for the future. While Bob Lutz, the exiting vice chairman and imminently quotable spokesperson at General Motors has actually retired this time, ... Continue reading
2010 Suzuki SX4 SportBack Review
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Suzuki SX4 SportBack Engine: 2.0-literf DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 150 hp @ 6,200 rpm/140 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 98.4 in. Length/Width/Height: 162.8 x 69.1 x 62.2 in. Tires: P205/50R17 Cargo volume: 15.5/43 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Company offers aftermarket brake override for Toyotas
With all the news reports about issues with unintended acceleration in Toyotas in recent months, it was only a matter of time before an aftermarket company stepped up with a purported solution. Santa Barbara-based Solutions Group Inc. is now marketing a device called the Decelerator, which they claim provides a brake o ... Continue reading
Iran unveils domestic automobile “Tiba”
TEHRAN (ISNA)-Iran unveils a locally-made automobile dubbed Tiba (gazelle) on Sunday. The automobile made by Iranâs Saipa Automotive Manufacturing Group and its technical name is S81. The car was to be named Miniature previously. Also Iranâs President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad speaking in the unveiling ceremony sai ... Continue reading
Ambassador slumps in Indian car ratings
The iconic Ambassador car in India has not been as popular with drivers this year. The iconic Ambassador car in India has not been as popular with drivers this year. Losses at Hindustan Motors, the maker of the Ambassador have been going up, causing questions to be raised about the company's future. While the Ambassado ... Continue reading
Ford asks to shake up three-way China partnership
Ford Motor Co. and its Asian partners, Mazda Motor Corp. and Changan Automotive Group Co., have asked the Chinese government for permission to restructure their joint venture in Chongqing. Ford called the partnership "successful," but said all three companies are "constantly assessing new opportunities" to improve its ... Continue reading
Who's Who in the Paddock: Genoa Racing's Mark Scott
ZIONSVILLE, May 10, 2010: Fans have come to expect to see international road racers competing in American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patron events like the one that will be held at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, Calif. on Saturday, May 22. But the pits and paddock are filled with other equally fascinat ... Continue reading
Unfinished Business On Coughlin's Mind
ATLANTA, May 10, 2010: Five-time world champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. experienced some rare moments at the last NHRA tour stop in St. Louis. Pulling to the starting line for a final-round race with Warren Johnson, Coughlin held a colossal six-hundredths of a second advantage, an edge rarely seen in the nip-and-tuck world of ... Continue reading
For the empty-nester with an active lifestyle. 2010 Audi A4 Avant by Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel To say Iâm a big fan of station wagons would be an understatement. While providing the comfort of a sedan, station wagons also have space and versatility readily at hand. Iâve spent the last 12 mo ... Continue reading
TomTom Launches New and Innovative XL 350 and XXL 550 Range of Navigation Devices
CONCORD, Mass.--TomTom, the worldââ¬â¢s leading provider of location and navigation solutions, today announces the TomTom XL 350 and XXL 550 series, the latest models in the companyââ¬â¢s award-winning portable navigation product line. This range includes the new TomTom EasyMenuââ¢, a s ... Continue reading
Washington DC May 10, 2010; The AIADA newsletter reported that after one of the worst downturns in its history, the auto industry appears headed for a recovery and at least a couple years of strong profit growth. The Wall Street Journal reports that in the past few weeks, Ford, Honda, Daimler, and Volkswagen have forec ... Continue reading
As Rivals Rein in Spiffs, Toyota Goes to the Whip
Washington DC May 10, 2010; The AIADA newsletter reported that according to Automotive News, Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. outperformed the U.S. market in April and matched the robust sales gains posted by Ford Motor Co., Hyundai-Kia and Chrysler. But Toyota did it by piling on incentives, while the other three groups â ... Continue reading
Toyota Recalls Dominate April's Automotive News and Social Media
Company: Alva (http://www.alva-group.com/) Release summary: Despite a busy period of financial reporting, Toyota recalls continued to dominate the headlines during the month of April, according to the latest Alva Automotive In Sight Analysis. Date of issue: 10th May 2010 Contact: Paul Smith, The Amber Group, +44 (0)777 ... Continue reading
New Survey: Majority of Consumers Say Wall Street Reform Should Not Include Auto Dealers
9 Million People at Risk of Losing Credit Access to Buy Car, Truck SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS: Support for financial reform bill drops by almost one-third when consumers learn auto dealers are included; 65% support amendment removing them from bill WASHINGTON, May 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Support for the Senate financial r ... Continue reading
CLEVELAND, May 10 -- Cleveland's Harley-Davidson Sales Company, the region's leading seller of Harley-Davidson(R) motorcycles, announced their Ladies Only Garage Party will be held this Thursday, May 13 from 6-9pm Eastern at their dealership on 14550 Lorain Avenue in Cleveland's local Westpark neighborhood. This compli ... Continue reading
Dana Engine Cooling Technology Featured on 2011 Hyundai, Kia Models
MAUMEE, Ohio, May 10 -- Dana Holding Corporation announced that it is supplying engine oil cooling technology on the all-new 2011 Hyundai Sonata and Kia Sorrento, as well as the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. All vehicles feature a powerful 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine, boasting up to 200 horsepower. (Logo: http://www.newsc ... Continue reading
2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2010) Concluded Successfully
BEIJING, May 10 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- The 2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2010), under the theme "For a Greener Tomorrow", concluded at the China International Exhibition Center (New Center) on May 2, 2010. The Exhibition of Auto Components and Parts closed on April 27, a few days earlier. W ... Continue reading
Mercedes GP Results - Spain - May 9, 2010
MERCEDES GP PETRONAS experienced mixed fortunes at the Spanish Grand Prix today with Michael Schumacher achieving his best result of the season in fourth place however Nico Rosberg's race was compromised by two incidents which left him battling through the field to finish in 13th position. Michael retained his starting ... Continue reading
Drissi Picks Up Third Career SCCA Pro Racing Trans-Am Victory at New Jersey Motorsports Park
MILLVILLE, May 9, 2010: Defending SCCA Pro Racing Trans-Am Series champion Tomy Drissi couldnât have opened his title defense any better in the first race of 2010, as the racer from Hollywood, Calif. kicked off the season at New Jersey Motorsports Park by taking the third victory of his Trans-Am career. Driving RS ... Continue reading
NHRA Southern Nationals Atlanta Dragway
Delaware, May 9, 2010: Jeg Coughlin and the JEGS.com Team enters this weekendâs Atlanta race on a high note following an historic weekend at the most event in Madison, Ill., where Jeg nearly pulled off an elusive double victory with a win in the Top Dragster class and a runner-up finish in Pro Stock. Jeg Coughlin ... Continue reading
Sodus, May 10, 2010: During the weekend of May 14â16, 2010 race fans can spice up their experience at Doverâs Monster Mile with the âHeluva Good!® Roast Beef Sandwich,â available exclusively at the Garden Café at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino® as a special menu item to celebrate the âHelu ... Continue reading
The Best Of The West Ready For JEGS NHRA Pacific SPORTSnationals
Fontana, May 10, 2010: The JEGS NHRA Pacific SPORTSnationals, which began as a showcase event for recreational drag racers, has now become one of the most highly anticipated events of the season for racers in the western United States. The fifth annual event will be held this weekend, May 14-16 at Auto Club Dragway at ... Continue reading
Toyota Targets $50,000 Price for First Hydrogen Car
Tokyo May 6, 2010; Alan Ohnsman writing for Bloomberg reported that Toyota Motor Corp., the biggest seller of hybrid cars, said it has cut the cost of making fuel-cell vehicles by about 90 percent since the mid-2000s and may be able to price its first retail hydrogen model at about $50,000. The first model will be a se ... Continue reading
Frost & Sullivan: Telematics and Connected Services Offer Short Term Solution to Range Anxiety
LONDON â 10 May, 2010 â A big challenge which has to be overcome to ensure mass adoption of electric vehicles is range anxiety. âAware that telematics and connected services can help diffuse negative perceptions, telematics hardware and service providers are starting to actively engage in this market by ... Continue reading
Strong Result In 'Barn Find' Classic Sale
The sale of a large one-owner collection of classic cars dating from the late-1940s to the 1980s attracted a massive crowd of buyers to BCA Blackbushe on Bank Holiday Monday, 3rd May. The 30-plus car collection had been in the hands of the owner from the Margate area for a number of years and had been stored in lock-up ... Continue reading
Rolls-Royce Announces Partnership With Arts & Business
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announced today that the company will be the principal sponsor of the Arts & Business South East Awards 2010. The prestigious awards ceremony will be held at The Cass Sculpture Foundation, Goodwood, West Sussex on Wednesday 14 July 2010 ... Continue reading
Peugeot 5008 Scoops Top Honours In Diesel Car Awards 2010
Peugeot has won yet another accolade to add to its impressive awards list, winning the prestigious overall award for Car of the Year in the Diesel Car Magazine awards 2010. ... Continue reading
Upward Trend Continues For Kia In April
The popularity of Kia Motors Australia continued to increase in April with year-to-date sales figures up 23.8% compared to the same period last year according to April VFACTS figures. ... Continue reading
GM, Others Pay Consumers Digest for Right to Promote Vehicles as 'Best Buys'
May 10, 2010; Matthew Dolan writing for the WSJ reported that for the past few months, General Motors Co., eager to promote its turnaround efforts, has been running commercials citing the quality awards its cars and trucks have won from Consumers Digest. But a closer look at the magazine, not to be confused with Consum ... Continue reading
Citroen's Lcv Sales Spring Ahead In April: Up 47.58%
Citroen's LCV sales sprang ahead 47.58% in April, enabling the company to gain a 9% share of the market. Strong spring-time performance from Nemo, Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay models saw Citroen's April LCV sales reach a total of 1,340 units. ... Continue reading
Aston Martin V12 Vantage Confirmed for the Americas
In response to unprecedented customer demand, Aston Martin has confirmed that the V12 Vantage - the most potent production sports car in the marque's 96-year history - will be made available in North and South America from later this year. ... Continue reading
Toyota Applauds UK Toyota Centres With European Customer Satisfaction Awards
Toyota Applauds UK Toyota Centres With European Customer Satisfaction Awards ... Continue reading
Skoda Auto Unveils New Greenline Fabia and Roomster Models
Following-on from the launch of the face-lifted Fabia and Roomster, Skoda Auto has unveiled the Fabia Estate GreenLine II and Roomster GreenLine II â the first of its second generation of environmentally-friendly GreenLine models. ... Continue reading
Renault Delivers The Goods For Iss Facility Services
One of the UK's largest facility management companies, ISS, has struck a deal with Renault which means the manufacturer will now be supplying a slice of its fleet needs. ... Continue reading
New Ford Mondeo Diesel Delivers More Performance with Less Fuel and Lower CO2
Ford Australia today revealed an upgraded MB Mondeo range with a next generation diesel powertrain, which delivers substantially better fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions, as well as stronger performance. ... Continue reading
Richards to Debut New GT3 RS at Cootha Classic
Racing legend Jim Richards plans to debut his brand new $337,000 Porsche GT3 RS at this month's Cootha Classic sponsored by Shannons at Brisbane's iconic Mount Coot-tha over the May 29-30 weekend. ... Continue reading
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