AAMCO Franchise Ranks No. 1 in Category on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 For Third Consecutive Year
HORSHAM, Pa., Feb. 13, 2017 -- For the third consecutive year, AAMCO, the world's largest chain of transmission specialists and leader in total car care services, has been ranked No. ... Continue reading
AAM Group Announces Flowmaster Race 2 Daytona Contest Winners
Good afternoon: Below is a press release announcing the winners of the 2016 Flowmaster/AAM Race 2 Daytona contest, which is sending the highest-selling Flowmaster jobber and six guests to the 2017 Daytona 500. If for any reason you do not wish to receive these types of media alerts from The AAM Group(tm) in the future, ... Continue reading
Automotive Grade Linux Continues Rapid Growth
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Automotive Grade Linux (AGL), a collaborative open source project developing a Linux-based, open platform for the connected car, today announced that six new members have joined Automotive Grade Linux and The Linux Foundation. ... Continue reading
Auto Thefts Decline by 1.9% Statewide
LIVONIA, Mich., Feb. 13, 2017 -- For the ninth consecutive year, auto thefts declined in Michigan in 2015, according to data released in the Michigan Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) annual report. ... Continue reading
HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Join the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) in celebrating the commonwealth's 336th birthday on Charter Day, Sunday, March 12, with free admission to many of the historic sites and museums along the Pennsylvania Trails of History. Pennsylvani ... Continue reading
CRP Automotive Delivers Comprehensive Coverage with Rein Automotive Cooling System Replacement Parts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CRP Automotive Delivers Comprehensive Coverage with Rein Automotive Cooling System Replacement Parts Dear Editor: We are sending you this press release on behalf of CRP Automotive, a leading source of OE-quality replacement parts for Asian and European import vehicle applications. For your conven ... Continue reading
Dow Automotive at JEC Paris 2017
*MEDIA ALERT* February 13, 2017 *JEC Paris 2017: Dow to present innovative VORAFUSE™ epoxy intermediates for mass production in passenger vehicles* *Joint paper presentation March 16th with Ford will focus on the new GT* *Schwalbach/TS. – February 13, 2017* – Dow Automotive will present its latest i ... Continue reading
Drone Software Market Worth 12.33 Billion USD by 2022
PUNE, India, February 13, 2017 -- The report "Drone Software Market by Architecture (Open Source, Closed Source), Offering (App-Based Software, Desktop Software), Application (Control & Data Capture, Image Processing, Analytics), Platform, and Region - Global Forecast to 2022", published by MarketsandMarkets, the marke ... Continue reading
Entertainment, Leisure Facilites Going Gaga Over En-Fold Retractable Canopy Structures
MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 13, 2017 -- The retractable roof at NRG Stadium in Houston majestically opened up to the sky at the touch of a button, allowing Lady Gaga's dramatic drop at the halftime show at the Big Game. ... Continue reading
Excelsior-Henderson Motorcycles Announces Engagement of Aaron, Bell International
SAINT PAUL, Minn.—Aaron, Bell International is retained as the exclusive agent for Excelsior-Henderson Motorcycles to seek a strategic relationship for the reintroduction of the brand to the marketplace. “We look forward to working with Excelsior-Henderson during this exciting time in America, with the resurgence o ... Continue reading
Fleet Management Company LeasePlan USA Announces New CEO
https://us.vocuspr.com/Publish/2896573/vcsPRAsset_2896573_60071_4f55f0af-e1a8-4c9f-9444-064b817047a8_0.jpg For more information contact: Geraldine Lopez, LeasePlan USA (678) 202-8687 geraldine.lopez@leaseplan.com (mailto:geraldine.lopez@leaseplan.com) LeasePlan USA Announces New CEO Newly appointed CEO Jeffrey Schlesin ... Continue reading
Gary Killian Named Outstanding Trucker Buddy
TUSCALOOSA, Ala., Feb. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Trucker Buddy International today announced that Rita Woodley and her class from Cotton Belt Elementary School in York, South Carolina have nominated their industry pen pal Gary Killian for the Outstanding Trucker Buddy award. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Automotive External Airbags Market 2017-2021" report to their offering. The global automotive external airbags market to grow at a CAGR of 10.25% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Automotive Powertrain Sensors Market 2017-2021" report to their offering. The global automotive powertrain sensors market to grow at a CAGR of 5.52% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Electric Vehicle Transmission Market 2016-2020" report to their offering. The global EV transmission market to grow at a CAGR of 46.73% during the period 2016-2020. ... Continue reading
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Results on February 27
ESTERO, Fla., Feb. 13, 2017 -- Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. announced today that it plans to report its fourth quarter and full year 2016 results after the market close on Monday, February 27, 2017 and will host a webcast to discuss such results on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 8:30 a.m. U.S. Eastern. ... Continue reading
Intel Introduces Versatile New FPGA for Industrial and Automotive Markets
Designed to deliver fast and power-efficient processing, the Intel Cyclone 10 family of field programmable gate arrays have a variety of uses, including for automotive, industrial automation, pro audio visual and vision systems. (Credit: Intel Corporation) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail SANTA CLARA, Calif.—To serv ... Continue reading
Maven Launches City Car Sharing in Atlanta
ATLANTA, Feb. 13, 2017 -- Fuel and insurance are included No application or membership fees Mobile app to locate, reserve and unlock vehicles ANNOUNCING Maven, General Motors' personal mobility brand, is expanding its offerings in Atlanta from the Lyft Express Drive program to now include Maven City car sharing. ... Continue reading
PROVIDENCE, R.I.—NanoSteel®, the leader in nanostructured steel materials, today announced the closing of a new round of equity investment led by GM Ventures. The financing included new investors Lear Corporation , a leading automotive seating systems and electrical systems supplier, and SPDG, a single family office ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Final Results from Circle K NHRA Winter Nationals, Pomona, Calif.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES Contact: NHRA Field Marketing (626) 914-4761 OLPIN DOUBLES UP TO KICK OFF 2017 POMONA, Calif., - The NHRA kicked off the 2017 season with the 57th annual Circle K NHRA Winter Nationals this past weekend at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona. Champions were recognized in ... Continue reading
PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed For Presidents Day Holiday
HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, February 18, through Monday, February 20, in observance of Presidents Da ... Continue reading
Porsche 718 Boxster and Panamera recipients of 2017 ALG Canadian Residual Value Awards
Two-seat roadster and four-door sports car hold their value better than any other vehicle in their class MISSISSAUGA, ON, Feb. 13, 2017 /CNW/ - Today Porsche received a pair of ALG Canadian Residual Value Awards for the 718 Boxster in the Premium Sportscar Segment, and the Panamera in the Premium Executive Segment. ... Continue reading
PRESS RELEASE | Prestone Officially Kicks Off 90th Anniversary
Good morning, Prestone is excited to announce its 90th anniversary kick-off today! The brand launched in 1927 with its signature antifreeze/coolant and has become the leader in under-the-hood chemicals, having pioneered hundreds of advanced automotive products. More information on Prestone's 90th Anniversary activities ... Continue reading
Re. A Thrilling Tale of the Porsche 918 Spyder
Hi Carey, Introducing you to an iconic *limited edition* triology book of the *PORSCHE 918 SPYDER* from publishers, *Delius Klasing!* Discover a whole new reading experience with this passionate, focused and spectacular book that tells the thrilling tale of the super sports car. *Porsche 918 Sypder* is a bi-lingual, th ... Continue reading
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Feb. 13, 2017 -- South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Africa's most awarded airline has introduced its new Airbus A330-300 wide-body aircraft on the three-times weekly route between Washington, DC Dulles International Airport and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Internatio ... Continue reading
Subaru Canada named Best Mainstream Brand in ALG's 2017 Canadian Residual Value Awards for the third consecutive year. Subaru awarded four ALG 2017 Canadian Residual Value segment awards: Best Compact Car (Impreza), Best Midsize Utility - 2 row (Outback), Best Sports Car (WRX / WRX STI) and Best Subcompact Utility (Cro ... Continue reading
SwRI to Receive DOE Award for Connected and Automated Vehicle Technology
SAN ANTONIO—A team led by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has been awarded up to $2.9 million in funding to develop connected and automated vehicle (CAV) technologies aimed at improving fuel economy by more than 20 percent. The project is part of ARPA-E’s NEXT-Generation Energy Technologies for Connected and Au ... Continue reading
The 2017 Chicago Auto Show Now Open To The Public
CHICAGO, Feb. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The 2017 Chicago Auto Show is officially underway. ... Continue reading
Urban Science: U.S. Auto Retail Network Narrowly Misses Record Average Sales Per Store
DETROIT, Feb. 13, 2017 -- Urban Science released statistics and insights today from its 2016 year end Automotive Franchise Activity Report (FAR) that indicate continued stability in the number of automotive dealerships in the United States since the end of 2015. ... Continue reading
Valentine's Day TLC for the One You Love: Your Car
BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Your car doesn't ask for much. ... Continue reading
West Central KY Gas Prices Rose
https://us.vocuspr.com/Publish/519775/vcsPRAsset_519775_105650_6cedf1fd-d3b9-46aa-8c17-74c4c796a240_0.jpg West Central KY Gas Prices Rose No "sweet" news for West Central Kentucky motorists as gas prices increased three cents this week to $2.168 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Repor ... Continue reading
Tight oil expected to make up most of U.S. oil production increase through 2040
February 13, 2017 Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Annual Energy Outlook 2017 Reference case EIA’s recently released Annual Energy Outlook 2017 (AEO2017) Reference case projects that U.S. tight oil production will increase to more than 6 million barrels per day (b/d) in the coming decade, making up mos ... Continue reading
2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel Sedan Sets 52 MPG Highway Mileage
2017 Cruze Diesel Sedan Sets 52 MPG Highway Mileage ... Continue reading
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Feb. 13, 2017; The unveiling of the Subaru VIZIV-7 SUV Concept at the 2017 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto, as well as the display of the 2017 BRZ Inazuma Edition and the next-generation Impreza. ... Continue reading
Argus Cyber Security Named One of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in Israel for 2017
TEL AVIV, Israel, Feb. 13, 2017 -- Today, Fast Company listed Argus Cyber Security, the world's largest independent automotive cyber security company, as one of the Most Innovative Companies in Israel for 2017. ... Continue reading
Exeter Finance Appoints Company Veteran Brad Nall As New Chief Financial Officer
IRVING, Texas, Feb. 13, 2017 -- Exeter Finance Corp., a specialty auto finance company in Irving, Texas, announced today the appointment of company veteran Brad Nall to Chief Financial Officer, effective February 1, 2017. ... Continue reading
Caterpillar Announces Date of Annual Meeting of Stockholders
PEORIA, Ill., Feb. 13, 2017 -- Caterpillar Inc. will conduct its 2017 annual meeting of stockholders on Wednesday, June 14, at 8 a.m. EDT at its construction equipment manufacturing facility in Athens, Georgia. ... Continue reading
Delta Announces Intention to Acquire Additional Shares of Grupo Aeroméxico
ATLANTA and MEXICO CITY, Feb. 13, 2017 -- Delta Air Lines intends to acquire up to an additional 32 percent of the outstanding capital stock of Grupo Aeroméxico S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV: AEROMEX) through a cash tender offer for MXP$43.59 per share. ... Continue reading
Hughes Demonstrates SATCOM Capability for Rotary Aircraft HD Video Transmissions
GERMANTOWN, Md., Feb. 13, 2017 -- Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), the global leader in broadband satellite solutions and services, has announced that its Defense and Intelligence Systems Division (DISD) recently demonstrated a 360-degree Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLoS) SATCOM capability transmitting HD video through ... Continue reading
Introducing RepairPal's Symptom Guide
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 13, 2017 -- RepairPal.com, the nation's number one car repair resource website, is excited to announce the launch of the all new Symptom Guide, an online tool for people to diagnose problems with their car. ... Continue reading
IVECO signs agreement with Lannutti Group for 610 New Stralis XP and NP trucks
The European integrated logistics operator confirms its sustainable transport partnership with IVECO. This agreement is one of the most significant in Europe to date for the supply of IVECO's latest generation Stralis in its most advanced versions in terms of fuel consumption and environmental sustainability. ... Continue reading
Kaligo Travel Solutions and Fortune Wings Club Launch New Online Car Rental Redemption Platform
SINGAPORE, Feb. 13, 2017 -- Kaligo Travel Solutions, the leading innovator in the loyalty industry, in partnership with Hainan Airlines' loyalty program Fortune Wings Club, has launched car rental redemption on its travel booking platform to enable 18 million Fortune Wings Club members to redeem Fortune Wings Club Poin ... Continue reading
MONTVALE, N.J., Feb. 13, 2017 -- Micronet Enertec Technologies, Inc. announced today that its Mobile Resource Management (MRM) subsidiary Micronet Inc. received a purchase order valued at approximately $800,000 for its all-in-one TREQ®-317 rugged Android tablet, which now supports LTE networks, from a leading Amer ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Research Report on Automobile Distribution Industry, 2017-2021" report to their offering. The automobile industry has developed rapidly after China joined the WTO. ... Continue reading
TCP to Provide $100 Million Engine Financing Facility to Mesa Airlines
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 13, 2017 -- Tennenbaum Capital Partners, LLC ("TCP") announced today certain of its funds have agreed to provide a $100 million engine financing facility to Mesa Air Group, Inc. ("Mesa"), a leading regional airline. The facility will be used to purchase a portfolio of new General Electric C ... Continue reading
The Transportation Guys Named Newest CTA Winner Circle Club Partner
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 13, 2017 -- The Transportation Guys, owned by Founder and President Jack Whatley, has been named the newest Winner Circle Club Partner of The California Trucking Association. ... Continue reading
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio On 2017 'Hot List' of Future Collectible Vehicles
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 13, 2017 -- Hagerty classic car experts select the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio to its annual "Hot List" Commemorates fourth year in a row Alfa Romeo has been recognized on Hagerty's "Hot List." Alfa Romeo has been honored every year since its return to the U.S. market. ... Continue reading
Subaru, Land Rover Win Top Overall Brand Honours in ALG’s 9th Annual Canadian Residual Value Awards
TORONTO—ALG, the benchmark for forecasting future vehicle values, announced winners of its 9th annual Canadian Residual Value Awards, with Subaru and Land Rover taking top honours for Mainstream Brand and Premium Brand, respectively. ALG’s Canadian Residual Value Awards (RVA) recognize vehicles in 27 segments, rang ... Continue reading
Auto Club Funny Car driver Robert Hight ready to bounce back after Pomona troubles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Auto Club Funny Car driver Robert Hight ready to bounce back after Pomona troubles POMONA, Calif. (Feb. ... Continue reading
Courtney Force takes Advance Auto Parts Chevrolet Camaro to Winternationals final round
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtney Force takes Advance Auto Parts Chevrolet Camaro to Winternationals final round POMONA, Calif. (Feb. ... Continue reading
Hagan and Pritchett Dominate, Double Up for Mopar and Dodge at 57th NHRA Winternationals
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JEGS.com Top Dragster pro Mike Coughlin begins 2017 season with visit to victory lane
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John Force stands third in Funny Car points with PEAK Chevrolet after strong Winternationals run
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE John Force stands third in Funny Car points with PEAK Chevrolet after strong Winternationals run POMONA, Calif. (Feb. ... Continue reading
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 12, 2017 -- The 8th annual J&P Cycles Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show (UBCBS), today crowned its 2017 "King of the Builders" at the Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® (IMS) in Chicago, the motorsports industry's most powerful method for engaging qualified buyers. ... Continue reading
Monster Energy driver Brittany Force looks ahead to next race after Pomona exit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monster Energy driver Brittany Force looks ahead to next race after Pomona exit POMONA, Calif. (Feb. ... Continue reading
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Rookie Tanner Gray puts big scare in defending series champion at season opener
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SINGAPORE, Feb. 13, 2017 -- Asia's aviation industry is the fastest growing in the world, with big forecasts for the passenger numbers in the region. ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALL RECAP: February 13, 2017; Toyota, Ford, Porsche, Chevrolet, Pontiac, BMW, Hyundai, Infiniti, Volkswagen, RV's, Trailers ... Continue reading
The First Flying Car Company to Start Selling its Commercial Models +VIDEO
RAAMSDONKSVEER, The Netherlands, Feb. 13, 2017 /CNW/ - This week, flying car manufacturer PAL-V has officially started the sales of its commercial models, the Liberty Pioneer and Liberty Sport. ... Continue reading
Valentine’s Passions Run High As Infiniti Gauges Emotional Responses To Driving
The INFINITI Q50S Sport invokes passion, excitement and engagement in drivers, according to new scientific research carried out by INFINITI in the run-up to Valentine’s Day. At a time of year devoted to the expression of emotion, love and passion, INFINITI measured real-time neural reactions of 100 drivers as they dr ... Continue reading
Workhorse Group Inc., an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of battery-electric vehicles, today announced that its electric delivery truck models are achieving 30+ miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) during stop-and-go parcel, bakery, and uniform delivery routes. ... Continue reading
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