Dodge Goes Big, Leads in Tactical Technology: Laptop-sized 12.1-inch Touchscreen Display
Dodge Charger Pursuit is going tactical in a big way for 2016, offering the heroic men and women who protect us with the all-new, and segments largest, Uconnect 12.1-inch built-in touchscreen that enables a segment-exclusive integration of law enforcement computer systems with the easy-to-use and award-winning Uconne ... Continue reading
The Volvo Group Qualifies for the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI)
The Volvo Group is among the top 300 companies included in the DJSI World. Volvo Group receives particularly good ratings for antitrust policy, climate strategy and corporate citizenship program. GÃTEBORG, SWEDEN -- Sept. 11, 2015: The Index ranks the worldâs leading companies in terms of their sustainability e ... Continue reading
An Icon Redefined: Infiniti QX70 Ultimate
âThe best of QX70â in one exceptional new model: the QX70 Ultimate More expressive and exclusive than ever Sales begin after debut at Frankfurt International Motor Show Prices from £52,280 OTR ROLLE, SWITZERLAND -- Sept. 11, 2015: Everything that owners love most about the design and performance of Infinit ... Continue reading
Nissan Gripz Concept Makes Debut in Frankfurt
Designed to build on Nissan's pioneering Crossover leadership, Nissan's Gripz Concept will make its global premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Inspiration for the Nissan Gripz Concept came from the legendary 240Z desert racers as well as the sleek two-wheel world of road cycling. The design explores a new sporty dire ... Continue reading
Europe to Require 'Real World' Emission Tests in 2017
LONDON -- Sept. 11, 2015: European auto manufacturers have made considerable progress in reducing nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions, but experts at Emissions Analytics note that challenges remain. âWe believe auto makers anticipated the tougher requirements and really stepped up their game with regard to emissions. T ... Continue reading
Shelby American Unveils New High Performance Shelby GT Package for EcoBoost Ford Mustang
New Ford Mustang EcoBoost version of the Shelby GT model available 335HP, sharper handling, robust brakes and Shelby styling to set the car apart The package is available for both automatic and manual transmission versions of the car Specifically designed for the new network of Shelby Mod Shops worldwide LAS VEGAS--She ... Continue reading
Building on the success of Fords Innovate Mobility Challenge Series (IMCS) 1.0 in 2014, Ford today launched the Hsuehshan Tunnel Transformer Challenge in Taiwan, which asks developers to submit traffic-busting solutions for the main highway artery between Taipei and popular tourist destination Yilan. In addition to T ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Fund is building on its commitment to education by teaming with USC Shoah Foundation â The Institute for Visual History and Education and expanding the IWitness multimedia program in the Detroit area. âWe are excited to partner with USC Shoah Foundation to engage young minds, bring history ... Continue reading
Ford Extends Tax Benefit Preservation Plan
The Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company approved a three-year extension of Fordâs current tax benefit preservation plan, which is designed to preserve Fordâs substantial tax assets. The current plan, originally adopted in September 2009 and amended in September 2012, was scheduled to expire on September ... Continue reading
International Transportation Innovation Center To Help Develop Breakthrough Cybersecurity Technology
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SK Telecom to collaborate in the development of quantum cryptography technologies. With the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) in an increasingly connected world, cryptography technology is bein ... Continue reading
Managment Change at BMW North America
Woodcliff Lake, NJ â September 11, 2015â¦. Ludwig Willisch President and Chief Executive Officer, BMW of North America is pleased to announce the following changes to his management team. Peter Miles, currently Vice President Sales Channel Development and Customer Relations has assumed the new role of Vice Pre ... Continue reading
NHTSA: 2016 Honda HR-V Achieves Highest Overall Score for Collision Safety
HR-V entry crossover has achieved both an NCAP 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score and an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK rating TORRANCE, Calif. September 11, 2015;The stylish and versatile 2016 Honda HR-V (http://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v/), has received a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score, the top score available in the National Highway ... Continue reading
What's New At Toyota Dealerships For 2016 - Minimum Advertised Price and Buy From Home
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., held its annual Toyota division national dealer meeting yesterday. The meeting, which was themed, “Ever Better”, was attended by representatives from over 1,200 of Toyota’s U.S. dealerships. Topics ranged from new vehicles, to additional investments in North Ame ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Demonstrates Advanced Connectivity in New Celebrity-Driven Marketing Campaign
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the release of a new advertising campaign that highlights the brandâs all-new infotainment system, MIB II, and its advanced smartphone integration technology, App-Connect. As part of Volkswagenâs available Car-Net® suite of connectivity offerings, App-Connect all ... Continue reading
Anniversary at Mercedes-Benz Vans - The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is 20
A big stage for the world's number-one van: today the Sprinter celebrated its 20-year anniversary at the Mercedes-Benz Düsseldorf plant. More than 250 guests including politicians, economists and the media plus employees from the six worldwide Sprinter production sites in Germany, Argentina, China, Russia and the USA ... Continue reading
The new A-Class rolls into showrooms on 26 September 2015. To mark the launch, Mercedes-Benz is starting an extensive marketing and advertising campaign on all communication channels under the title "The A-Class. Ready for a new generation." The campaign will be centred on various print advertisements and a TV spot. Ai ... Continue reading
New study shows that 80 percent of parents think car seat registration cards are important, but only 42 percent return the card WASHINGTON -- Sept. 10, 2015: In advance of National Child Passenger Safety Week (Sept. 13-19), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Administrator Dr. Mark Rosekind and Safe Kids P ... Continue reading
IIHS Dedicates Expanded Testing Facility to Focus on Crash Avoidance
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety began a new chapter Friday, opening an expanded testing facility that will enable it to evaluate the latest crash avoidance technologies year-round. The $30 million expansion of the Vehicle Research Center was made possible through the support of IIHS member companies. The cen ... Continue reading
The Science of Speed: Drivers' Anxiety Levels
Tests conducted by the University of Portsmouth reveal that driving a powerful car can provoke a more dramatic physical response than enjoying a rollercoaster ride or jumping out of a plane. ... Continue reading
Ford Debuts Edge SUV in European Specification in Frankfurt
Ford Motor Company will debut the all-new Edge SUV in European specification for the first time amid the full line-up of Ford SUVs and all-wheel drive (AWD) equipped vehicles at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show from Tuesday. ... Continue reading
All-New Ford Edge to Expand Ford SUV Line-Up for Europe
The all-new Ford Edge, the third chapter in Fords sport utility vehicle (SUV) expansion plan that debuts in European specification at Frankfurt will deliver optimised fuel efficiency and sub-150 g/km CO2* emissions when it goes into production later this year. The upscale Edge, offering premium technology and refi ... Continue reading
Sales Launch of the Audi R8 LMS
Customers can now order Audiâs GT3 sports car Production starts in September Attractive accessories offered in racing package WEST SUSSEX, UK -- Sept. 10, 2015: In March, the new Audi R8 LMS debuted at the Geneva Motor Show. Now, customers can order the GT3 sports car. On September 21, quattro GmbH, a subsidiary o ... Continue reading
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