A SHUNPIKER’S JOURNAL RADIO PROGRAM
The next installment of A Shunpikerâs Journal begins airing Wednesday, May 13 and will run for about 3 weeks. Listen live at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com every Wednesday at 1 PM and 7 PM or every Thursday at 1 AM and 7 AM, or go to the Website, click on âHosts,â find me, and download the Podcasts. The ... Continue reading
IIHS Midsize SUVs Crash Results +VIDEO
ARLINGTON, Va. â Three more midsize SUVs achieved good or acceptable ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in the latest round of small overlap front crash testing, but many models, including three newly rated SUVs from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and one from Hyundai, continue to struggle with the ... Continue reading
2015 Indianapolis 500 Practice Report May 11, 2015
Circuit: Indianapolis Motor Speedway (2.5-mile oval), Indianapolis, IN 2014 Winner: Ryan Hunter-Reay (Andretti Autosport Honda) 186.563 mph average Weather: Mostly cloudy, mid-day shower, mild, 72 degrees F Indianapolis 500 Monday, May 11, Top-10 Results: Ps. Driver Team Manufacturer Best Speed Notes 1. Sage Karam Chip ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company is issuing a safety recall for approximately 12,300 2015-model Ford F-150 vehicles in North America for an upper I-shaft that might have been riveted improperly, potentially causing it to separate. If that happens, it could result in the loss of steering control without warning, increasing the risk o ... Continue reading
Dodge Opens Order Banks for New 2016 Dodge Viper ACR
The fastest street-legal Viper track car ever offers a tremendous value for performance AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 12, 2015 -- Viper enthusiasts with the need for ultimate handling, performance and road course domination, as well as the ability to drive their Viper home from the track, can now place their orders for the ... Continue reading
BMW Group Sales Continue to Grow in April
Total of 175,972 vehicles delivered, up 8.4% Best-ever BMW year-to-date sales: over 600,000 vehicles sold MINI sells over 100,000 in first four months: new record BMW Motorrad achieves best ever month Sales growth balanced around the world April saw the steady growth in sales of BMW Group vehicles continue with BMW, MI ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Supports Run For The Wall Cross-Country Motorcycle Ride Honoring Veterans
Sedona Minivans to Provide Assistance to More Than One Thousand Riders Traveling to Vietnam Memorial to Promote Healing and Accountability - All-new 2015 Sedona to transport those who would otherwise be unable to make the journey as well as essential supplies - 10-day cross-country motorcycle ride brings communities to ... Continue reading
Most Deplorable Driver Behaviors
Today, Expedia.com®, one of the world's largest full service travel sites*, released the results of the Expedia 2015 Road Rage Report, a yearly analysis of driving etiquette. The study was commissioned by Expedia® and conducted by GfK, an independent global market research company. Among other queries, GfK asked 1,00 ... Continue reading
Consumer Watchdog Calls On Google To Release Driverless Car Accident Reports
Consumer Watchdog today called on Google to release the reports of accidents involving its driverless cars that have been filed with the California Department of Motor Vehicles and to commit to making public all future driverless car accident reports. "It is important that the public know what happened," wrote John M. ... Continue reading
BorgWarner will showcase its expertise and advanced technologies at the 2015 North American Car Training Institute (CTI) Symposium held at the Diamond Center in Novi, Michigan, on May 20 - 21. BorgWarner invites attendees to learn more about its latest advancements by participating in its: Technical Presentation: Durin ... Continue reading
DoD Brain Injury Experts Give Prevention Tips for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Timely Advice Focuses on Motor Vehicle Collisions, the Leading Cause of Military Brain Injuries WASHINGTON -- May 12, 2015: As part of efforts to promote safe driving during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, experts from the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center's (DVBIC) A Head for the Future initiative remind dri ... Continue reading
Here For America Initiative Highlights Today's Vibrant U.S. Auto Industry
International automakers today are highlighting their investment and dedication to the U.S. auto industry with the launch of Here For America. This new initiative provides a platform for international automakers to share the story of their ever growing impact on the U.S. economy and the benefits they provide to local c ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Holds Ceremony for the World's Most Advanced Crash Test Facility
Milestone reached: construction having begun in July 2013, some 350 guests were today present at the topping-out ceremony for the world's most advanced crash test facility. The new test centre measures 270 by 170 metres with an internal, pillarless test arena â the heart of the crash facility â measuring 90 b ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Citan: Even Cleaner, More Attractive
Thanks to a number of advancements, the Mercedes-Benz Citan urban delivery van is now even more attractive. The modifications have been made with a focus on progressing to the Euro 6 emissions standard. With new optional extras ranging from a double passenger seat and a factory-fitted navigation system to a skylig ... Continue reading
The Africa Twin is Back! CRF1000L Africa Twin Confirmed for 2015
Honda is delighted to announce the return of one of motorcycling's most celebrated and evocative namesâthe Africa Twin. Having clearly shown the direction of its development and intent with the reveal of the True Adventure prototype at EICMA in November 2014, American Honda can now confirm that the all-new CRF1000 ... Continue reading
Honda CRF Models Return for 2016
First 2016 two-wheel model announcement includes extensive off-road lineup, plus NM4 and PCX150 May 12, 2015 - TORRANCE, Calif. Honda today announced the return of CRF motorcycles to suit the needs of any off-road enthusiast. Also included in the announcement are the 2016 Montesa Cota 4RT260 trials motorcycle, as well ... Continue reading
American Honda Includes Powersports, Power Equipment Dealers in Environmental Leadership Program
Voluntary program encourages recycling, reduced use of energy and water TORRANCE, CA -- May 12, 2015: Building on the success of the Honda Environmental Leadership Program through its automobile dealers' reduced environmental footprint, American Honda today announced the voluntary program's expansion to include its pow ... Continue reading
Ram Truck to Bring New 2015 Rebel to Overland Expo
On May 16, the new 2015 Ram Rebel will make its first off-road-event appearance since its unveiling at the North American International Auto Show in January. The Ram Truck brand is bringing Rebel — Ram’s new one-off-a-kind half-ton truck — to one of America’s top outdoor adventurer destinations: ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Sonic Named 2015 Top Safety Pick by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Midyear model achieves âGoodâ rating in small overlap front crash test DETROIT â The midyear 2015 Chevrolet Sonic has been named a 2015 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. âCustomer safety is of utmost importance to Chevrolet, across all segmentsâ said Jeff Boyer, vic ... Continue reading
Customers Accelerate GMC Sales So Far in 2015
Brandâs first quarter was best in 10 years, and momentum continues DETROIT â When it comes to midsize trucks, Mike Taylor of Dallas has switched from regular to premium. The 35-year-old IT engineer and consultant recently swapped his barely broken-in 2014 Toyota Tacoma for a 2015 GMC Canyon Crew Cab in Onyx B ... Continue reading
Mt. Carmel High School Student Wins $15,000 and Will Work with a Discovery Film Crew to Produce His TV-Ready PSA May 11, 2015 Silver Spring, Md. May 11, 2015 â When Chicago high school student Elijah Wilborn created his safe driving PSA, he left his phone, music and other distractions curbside â and picked up ... Continue reading
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf Proclaims May 11-15 Bike to Work Week
State Government, Agency and Harrisburg City Officials Ride, Speak at Launch Event Gov. Tom Wolf issued a proclamation commemorating May 11 to 15 as Bike to Work Week as representatives from five state agencies joined other state and local officials today in kicking off the week with an executive ride around Harrisburg ... Continue reading
Peugeot's Stylish New City Car Turns Heads
Active City Brake and Lane Departure Warning System now available on 108 New Euro6 engines introduced, including the 3 cylinder 1.2-litre PureTech engine Eight body colours with the all new French Blue, plus six new two-tone paint options Seven personalisation themes available, plus five choices of interior ambienc ... Continue reading
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