Spotted: The New Mercedes-Benz CLA in its First Starring Role
While the official public debut of the much-anticipated Mercedes-Benz CLA four-door coupe is still nearly two months away, the vehicle has been spotted at red carpet premiers, racing alongside Formula One cars, and doing the club scene. The CLA, a seductive and dynamic new coupe which will create a new entry point for ... Continue reading
What: Continental Automotive, the first automotive supplier to receive an autonomous driving license in the state of Nevada, will host a media roundtable to share details about the company's highly automated vehicle and the future of autonomous driving. The roundtable is an open forum for journalists to ask questions a ... Continue reading
Chrysler Brand Celebrates Historic Imported from Detroit Achievements
Arriving this spring, the new limited-edition 2013 Chrysler 300 Motown pays tribute to the Motor City's resurgence and determination through unique style and sounds from original Motown recording artists Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1963 Chrysler Turbine, a one-off Chrysler 300S painted in matte "Turbine B ... Continue reading
Despite many new-vehicle owners saying their factory-installed navigation system is better than their previous system, navigation system satisfaction has declined from 2011, as owners are frustrated by the complexity of menu systems, voice control commands and inputting destinations, according to the J.D. Power and Ass ... Continue reading
Dodge Grand Caravan is the best-selling minivan in United States with 141,648 units sold in 2012, a 28 percent increase over previous year Chrysler Town & Country sells 111,744 units in 2012, an 18 percent increase over previous year Chrysler Group LLC sold 253,392 minivans in 2012, a 23 percent increase, and nearly ha ... Continue reading
Because trucks and buses use significant amounts of fuel and tend to emit high levels of greenhouse gases (GHGs), diesel and natural gas (NG) vehicles are increasingly attractive options in these commercial markets. At the same time, the rebounding construction industry is pushing growth in the overall truck market whi ... Continue reading
PwC's automotive analyst group, Autofacts, today announced that it expects 2013 global light vehicle assembly will exceed 83 million units, an increase of 5.1 percent from 2012's total. Autofacts expects the global market to remain positive overall, while the European Union and Japan will continue to be areas of concer ... Continue reading
NADA Economist: New-Vehicle Sales Momentum to Continue in 2013
The sales momentum of new cars and light trucks established last year is likely to continue in 2013, predicts Paul Taylor, chief economist of the National Automobile Dealers Association. Taylor expects more than 15.4 million new vehicles will be purchased or leased in the United States this year, an increase of 1 milli ... Continue reading
FIAT Brand to Debut Fiat 500 Design Concepts at the 2013 North American International Auto Show
Two new design concepts expand the appeal of the Fiat 500 Abarth and the Fiat 500 Turbo with unique exterior and interior appointments Fiat 500 Abarth "Tenebra" design concept displays unique Matte Grigio (gray) paint and special appointments including a roof-size Abarth scorpion logo New Fiat 500 "Cattiva" design conc ... Continue reading
2013 Acura MDX Review By Carey Russ
p>DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2013 Acura MDX If Acura was a late entrant into the luxury SUV class, with its MDX crossover debuting for model year 2000, the wait was worthwhile and the timing was right. Crossovers were then new and on the way up; old-style body-on-frame SUVs were on their way out. The MDX was ... Continue reading
2013 Buick Verano Turbo, Enclave AWD - Buick's Entry In the Race By Michael Bernstein
By Michael Bernstein Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel The rolling hills outside of Lou-a-vul, that's Louisville, KY for those of us that havenât been to this surprisingly cosmopolitan city, is the beginning of horse country and the pastures and farms that are sowed into the fabric of the countryside, served as the ... Continue reading
DUBAI, Jan. 11, 2013: Former race class winner Toto Lassally, and past podium finishers Steve Goldin and Scott Finlay, qualified second Thursday in the D1 class in the No. 152 âMaxi Endurance 48â/SPEEDCOM/Cor Euser Racing BMW 120D with co-drivers Jesus Diez Villaroel and Matthew Di Leo for this weekendâs ... Continue reading
2013 NAIAS Models Demonstrate Aluminum Growth
On display at this year's North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) is a variety of vehicles that share a key critical ingredient: growing use of advanced aluminum alloys over more traditional materials. Aluminum's low weight, high strength, durability and energy- absorbing properties make it a fast-growing choice ... Continue reading
Jim Ziegler, Ralph Paglia, Peter Martin, Danny Alkassmi & Sean V. Bradley Will Be Presenting At the Dealer Synergy Booth #4179 At NADA 2013. Dealer Synergy CEO, Sean V. Bradley has partnered with Peter Martin, President of Cactus Sky Communications and formed a new company Automotive Digital Training Inc. Automotive Di ... Continue reading
WHAT Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and VIA Motors will showcase the first extended-range electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) and cargo van for utilities at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. PG&E and VIA motors also teamed up at last year's show to unveil an extended-range electric pickup ... Continue reading
The Brand New Jeep Wrangler, Now Available For Purchase At Northstar Chrysler Jeep Redcliffe
It's a new year, and that means new Jeep models have arrived in Australia. Customers looking to purchase a new Jeep Wrangler in Brisbane will find a fully stocked lot of Jeep's versatile and rugged off-road specialists at Northstar Chrysler Jeep Dodge in Redcliffe. The Queensland dealer has both Sport and Rubicon model ... Continue reading
CTS Awarded Second Actuator Production Program for Active Air Grill Shutter System
CTS Corporation today announced that CTS Automotive Products was awarded a second production program to supply brushless motor-driven actuators for active air grill shutter systems. The actuators will be used on a U.S. badged SUV supplied through a major tier one supplier, CTS second customer for this application. Tota ... Continue reading
Safelite Group Wins 2012 Alliance Award For Supply Chain Excellence From World Trade 100 And SMC3
Robocom Systems International announced today that supply chain partner Safelite has won the 2012 Alliance Award in the Warehousing category. The Alliance Award, co-sponsored by World Trade 100 and SMC3 is designed to recognize excellence in supply chain performance resulting from the close cooperation and collaboratio ... Continue reading
Cummins Inc. , today announced the appointment of two long time Cummins Engine Business leaders to run key business operations within the Engine Business. 'Dave Crompton is an experienced leader with the proven capability to not only operate large complex businesses, but also drive transformative change and accelerate ... Continue reading
Urban Wheel Awards Drive Global Vehicle Sales
When the curtain rises on the 17th Annual Urban Wheel Awards (UWA) on Sunday January 13th at 7 p.m. in the Sound Board Theater at the Motor City Casino Hotel, it will be more than just the beginning of an awards show. It will be the catalyst for hundreds of millions of dollars in auto sales. New car dealers, advertisin ... Continue reading
The legendary Dodge Charger with its segment-exclusive Beats by Dr. Dre studio-quality sound experience is being recognized by CNET, a leading provider of tech product reviews, as the "Best-sounding Stereo" in its 2012 Car Tech Awards. Throughout 2012, CNET reviewed nearly 100 cars and attended auto shows around the wo ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Stage Report 5 Dakar Rally
Arica, Jan. 10, 2013: Stage 4 was a tough one for Robby Gordon and his SPEED Energy / Toyo Tires / MAPEI team, but he excels at taking his misfortunes and turning them into positives. Gordon started Stage 5 far down the list, making his objective for the Stage to pass as many cars as he could. Picking cars off one-by-o ... Continue reading
Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 1.11.13
<p>Regular Gas</p> <p> Current Avg. $3.810</p> Yesterday Avg.$3.813</p> Week Ago Avg. $3.789</p> Month Ago Avg.$3.858</p> Year Ago Avg. Current Avg. $3.810pp ... Continue reading
2013 Chevrolet Spark Review By John Heilig
The Auto Page 2013 Chevrolet Spark By John Heilig Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel The Auto Page Review Vehicle: 2013 Chevrolet Spark Engine: 1.2-lite DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 84 hp @ 6,400 rpm/83 lb.-ft. @ 4,200 rpm Transmission: 5-speed manual Wheelbase: 93.5 in. Length x width x height: 144.7 x 62.9 x 55.0 (es ... Continue reading
Electric Vehicles: Lessons of Success and Failure
Electric Vehicles: Lessons of Success and Failure IDTechEx, Cambridge, UK Electric Vehicles: Lessons of Success and Failure By Dr Peter Harrop, Chairman, IDTechEx You do not look at penguins to judge how the world's birds are prospering. You should not look at on-road electric cars to assess how electric vehicles in ge ... Continue reading
GM Financial Announces Primary Philanthropic Initiatives for 2013
GM FINANCIAL today announced selection of its primary philanthropic initiatives, or "Signature Events," for 2013: March of Dimes, Salvation Army and United Way. GM Financial's Canadian team members will support the Salvation Army, United Way, and the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. 'Giving back to our communities ... Continue reading
Visteon Corporation and its longtime Korean affiliate Halla Climate Control Corp. (HCC) today announced they have signed a definitive agreement to contribute most of Visteon's automotive climate business to HCC for a purchase price of $410 million in cash (KRW 436 billion), subject to certain adjustments. The transacti ... Continue reading
February Fun At Beaulieu! 16th - 24th february 2013
During February half-term week, from 16th - 24th February, come to Beaulieu, home of the world's largest ever James Bond vehicle exhibition, BOND IN MOTION, and test out your spy skills to see if you have what it takes to be the next 007. ... Continue reading
Strong International Appeal For New Era Formula Ford
Young race drivers from across the globe are eyeing this season's new-look Dunlop MSA Formula Ford Championship of Great Britain. ... Continue reading
Five Of The Original 36 Ferrari 250 GTOs In The Ferrari Classiche Department
Restoration and certification work has resumed in the recently renovated Ferrari Classiche department which now boasts a packed workshop of 24 cars with some of the most significant and valuable classic Ferraris ever seen under one roof. ... Continue reading
Euro-Sourced Hyundai ix35 SE Even More Style, Safety, Comfort, and Convenience
As one of Australia's top selling SUV's, the Hyundai ix35 has always been a popular choice, now the new ix35 SE model is sure to create even stronger demand ... Continue reading
Kia Sets Sales Record in Million-Plus New Car Market
Kia Motors Australia has cracked the 30,000 new car sales barrier to set a new record for annual sales in Australia. ... Continue reading
Audi Announces New Partnership with Australia's Premiere Amateur Championships
Audi Australia is the presenting partner of the 2013 Australian Amateur Championships, which begin next week in Melbourne. ... Continue reading
Audi's Managing Director to leave Australia
Audi's Managing Director, Uwe Hagen, will officially leave Australia on 15 January 2013. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen up! Wins Again at UK's What Car? Magazine Awards
Volkswagen's much-lauded compact city car, the up!, has retained its small car crown at the UK's What Car? awards. The accolade was presented at a prestigious event held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London. ... Continue reading
ITV4 To Air Virtual-To-Reality GT Academy TV Series
ITV4 will be broadcasting a series of six programmes covering the innovative Nissan PlayStation GT Academy contest. ... Continue reading
Continued aggressive pace of new Ford products creates need for largest U.S. hiring for salaried workers in more than 10 years Ford plans to hire 2,200 salaried workers in 2013 to fill jobs in such key areas as Product Development, Manufacturing and IT; recruiting through social media being expanded The hiring builds o ... Continue reading
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