2014 EyesOn Design Show Preview - A Fathers Day Tradition
By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau The EyesOn Design show has been a Fatherâs Day tradition for 27 years with all but two shows being held on the expansive lawns at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores (close-in Detroit suburb on Lake St. Clair). Eyes continues its tradition of s ... Continue reading
NissanConnect wins Telematics Detroit Industry Newcomer Award
Nissanâs innovative touchscreen navigation and infotainment system beats out eight other finalists in live audience vote at annual forum NissanConnect℠ is Nissanâs global connected services platform, offering a variety of security, infotainment, and remote vehicle services to help provide a safer and mo ... Continue reading
The All New Nissan NP300 Navara: The New Generation Pickup raising the Standard in the Segment
Backed by Nissan's 80-year legacy of pickup truck experience and leadership -- Engineered for greater durability and more efficient performance -- Designed for productivity, style, comfort and convenience The all-new Nissan NP300 Navara is the 12th generation of its hard-working pickup, embodying Nissan's legacy of exc ... Continue reading
Is Everyone Happy? OPEC Sure Is
Vienna June 11, 2014; In an AP story published today titled "OPEC Keeps Output Target At 30 Million Barrels", OPEC Secretary General Abdullah Al-Badry was quoted as saying; "We have a very comfortable price and the market is very stable." The story went on to say that many OPEC members are at their production capacity ... Continue reading
MARSHALL, Mich.--Power management company Eaton today announced that five college teams achieved more than 1,000 miles per gallon in specially designed vehicles during the SAE Supermileage® event held June 5-6 at Eatonâs Proving Grounds in Marshall, Michigan. This is the 35th year for the competition, which cha ... Continue reading
Planet Shelby Cobra to Open Shelby Mod Shop as Centerpiece of New Shelby Super Center
Shelby American and Carroll Shelby Licensing, both wholly owned subsidiaries of Carroll Shelby International, Inc. (CSBI:PK), have signed agreements with Planet Shelby Cobra to create a new Shelby Mod Shop. The historic agreement will create a Mod Shop that will be a true centerpiece for what will become a âShelby ... Continue reading
Nissan's 'Project Titan' to Build Ultimate Crowdsourced Pickup Truck with Help from Fans on Facebook
Starting today, Nissan is asking fans on Facebook to help build the ultimate off-road capable full-size truck for the adventure of a lifetime. Project Titan will invite fans to choose custom modifications for a 2014 Nissan Titan that two Wounded Warrior Project Alumni® will pilot through the Alaskan wilderness this ... Continue reading
ClipperCreek Launches a $395, Level 2 EV Charging Station
Making its debut is ClipperCreekâs $395 Level 2, 240V EV charging station, available for immediate delivery, directly from the factory in Auburn, CA. The LCS-20 is the first major brand Level 2 electric vehicle charging station to break through the $400 barrier. With 22 feet of charging cable and a âno string ... Continue reading
Jones Soda Co. and the FIAT Brand Announce Second Annual "Jonesin' for a Fiat 500" Photo Contest
One Lucky Consumer to Win A Brand New 2014 Fiat 500 Auburn Hills, MI--June 11, 2014: Jones Soda Co. (JSDA), a leader in the premium soda category and known for its unique flavors and branding, and the FIAT brand today announced the return of its "Jonesin' for a Fiat 500" summer photo contest. "Jonesin' for a Fiat," whi ... Continue reading
Ram Vans Electrical Component Protection Recall
Chrysler Group is recalling an estimated 21,000 full-size vans â most of which were in dealer hands or in transit to dealers â to inspect and replace, if necessary, various electrical components that support propulsion, airbag deployment and/or external lighting. Warranty data identified a small number of cas ... Continue reading
Chrysler Cruise-Control Software Update
Chrysler Group is recalling an estimated 10,700 SUVs â most of which were in dealer hands or in transit to dealers â to upgrade software that governs their cruise-control systems. A routine internal quality audit discovered that, when cruise-control is engaged, an acceleration initiated by the driver may be e ... Continue reading
GM Korea Design Center Receives LEED Gold Certification
The General Motors Korea Design Center here has received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. It is the first automotive facility in South Korea and GMâs seventh worldwide to achieve LEED certification. Elements of the facilityâs envi ... Continue reading
Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN), (OTCBB: SLNN) (the "Company"), an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce it has been invited to attend and present at the EyesOn Design automotive show as part of the fest ... Continue reading
Great Rides for Great Dads for Father's Day
Cars.com has released a list of its editors' top cars for dads, just in time for Father's Day. The list is comprised of cars big and small, practical and not-so-practical, each offering a fun ride for every kind of dad. "As Father's Day approaches, there are many deserving dads who might not be in the right car, truck ... Continue reading
Requisite Press Reports Minimal Change in New-Car Affordability Gap in May
Requisite Press, LLC reported today a May 2014 ABAI of 52.3. A score of 52.3 indicates that a U.S. median-income buyer following the 20-4-10 auto financing rule can only afford 52.3 percent of the May new-car average transaction price (ATP). This equates to a maximum affordable price of $15,763, assuming a median incom ... Continue reading
BorgWarner's New Low-Friction HY-VO Chain Drives Transfer Cases For Toyota And Lexus
BorgWarner's next-generation HY-VO® chain drives transfer cases for the Lexus® GX and the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, 4Runner, Tacoma and FJ Cruiser. Specifically engineered to reduce friction, the chain improves efficiency and helps increase fuel economy. BorgWarner produces HY-VO chain for these applications at its ... Continue reading
Can't Afford To Buy A New Car? You Are Not Alone
June 11, 2014 The May 2014 Auto Buyerâs Affordability Index (ABAI) is 52.3 on a scale of 0 to 100. A score of 52.3 indicates that a U.S. median-income buyer following the 20-4-10 auto financing rule can only afford 52.3 percent of the May 2014 new-car average transaction price (ATP). This equates to a maximum affo ... Continue reading
The innovative Crosswind Assist in the Sprinter is now also available as standard for "open model variants" such as pickups and dump trucks From June 2014, the system is also part of the standard specification for the Sprinter panel van and crewbus with a perm. GVW of 3.0 t, short wheelbase and super-high roof Stuttgar ... Continue reading
Markus Schäfer, Member of the Divisional Board of Mercedes-Benz Cars, Production and Supply Chain Management: âThe award for the âRobot Farmingâ production concept affirms our position in progressive, revolutionary production technologies of tomorrow.â Successful testing of applications involving ... Continue reading
Off Road Award: Unimog is Cross-country Vehicle of the Year 2014
Readers of the specialist journal "Off Road" have voted the Unimog the best Cross-country Vehicle of the Year in the "special-purpose vehicles" category Unimog takes first place with a superb 35.5 percent of the readers' votes Stuttgart/Munich--June 10, 2014; For the tenth time in a row the Mercedes-Benz Unimog has bee ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz leads the field in seven categories in the ETM readers' poll
Mercedes-Benz secures seven victories for the best commercial vehicles and brands of 2014 Number one for trucks, buses and vans: Mercedes-Benz Actros, Antos, Arocs, Citaro and Sprinter Once again voted "Best Brand of 2014": CharterWay and TruckWorks Stuttgart â Each year publishing house ETM-Verlag asks the reader ... Continue reading
Kids â and grown-ups â who love design and finding out how things work will find plenty to entertain them in the latest development of the Toyota Camatte, a car designed for all ages to drive and enjoy. The Camatte returns to the International Tokyo Toy Show for the third year running this week, with a new Sp ... Continue reading
MINI has teamed up with online magazine Dezeen to Explore New Designs
MINI has teamed up with online magazine Dezeen to commission six cutting-edge young designers to explore how design and technology could transform the way we travel in years to come. Designers will present their visions for âFrontiers - The Future of Mobilityâ, a pioneering exhibition at designjunction during ... Continue reading
Maserati Helps Raise Funds for African Charities
Six red Maseratis joined 70 high-profile inspirational women on this yearâs Cash & Rocket Tour. The 70 ladies, dressed in glamorous red evening wear, completed 1600 miles over 3 days in a parade of luxury and vintage cars all wrapped in red. Amongst the starlets behind the wheel of the Maserati models wereTop Shop ... Continue reading
Datsun is back in South Africa
Datsun brand is bringing accessible motoring to South Africa South Africa is the fourth global market for Datsun New Datsun GO is set to attract first time new car buyers Datsun has returned to South Africa bringing the dream of car ownership within reach of the countryâs growing middle class. South Africa is the ... Continue reading
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