At the International Exhibition for Caravanning, Motoring and Tourism (CMT) 2016, Mercedes-Benz Vans is presenting a range of new features to enhance the appeal of their popular vehicles for further target groups. From spring 2016, the new AMG Line for the V-Class will also be available for the Marco Polo. The striking ... Continue reading
Electronic Industry (CTA) Cheers US Government Support
The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)TM, formerly the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, regarding Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxxâs remarks on driverless cars at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit: âWe ... Continue reading
Illegal Vehicle Sales and Rolled-back Odometers Nets Curbsider 450 Days in Jail
Mehran Amini was sentenced to 450 days incarceration after being found guilty on two counts of curbsiding (acting as a dealer without registration) contrary to the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act and one count of engaging in an unfair business practice (related to odometer tampering) in contravention of the Consumer Protecti ... Continue reading
Nissan Unleashes a Warrior in the Face of Canadian Winter +VIDEO
Nissan today took the wraps off a surprise debut at the 2016 Montreal International Auto Show - a crossover demonstrating no fear for the harshest winter conditions and a new icon for Nissan's winter-ready crossover family â a Rogue equipped with a full snow track system. Named the "Rogue Warrior," Nissan's number ... Continue reading
The Nissan Rogue Warrior Takes to the Mountain +VIDEO
Just in time for the first major snowfall of the season in many parts of Canada, Nissan has released a new video of an extreme prototype designed especially for the harsh Canadian winter â the Rogue Warrior. In the short clip, the Rogue Warrior - a stock Nissan Rogue fitted with snow tracks â shows its potent ... Continue reading
Lexus LC 500 Takes Center Stage at 2016 North American International Auto Show Exhibit
LF-FC fuel cell concept makes first appearance in North America expressing distinctive design and forward-thinking technology Exhibit shows brandâs expanding reputation for greater emotional styling, innovation and creativity DETROIT -- January 14, 2016: Following the reveal of the new Lexus LC 500 to the world me ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company and Jay Leno, renowned auto enthusiast and star of Jay Lenos Garage, are teaming up to auction the TV legends personal one-of-one 2000 Harley-Davidson F-150 at the 45th Anniversary Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction at WestWorld of Scottsdale. ... Continue reading
With U.S. sales of Fords performance cars outpacing the overall industry, production kickoff for the companys long-anticipated, 350-horsepower hot hatch couldnt come at a better time. The first all-new Focus RS has rolled off the line in Saarlouis, Germany. ... Continue reading
Thor Industries, Inc. today announced that its Keystone subsidiary's Montana 3820FK front kitchen fifth wheel was named RV of the Year by RVBusiness magazine, the industry's leading publication. During a year in which towable RV sales reached record highs and RV manufacturers introduced hundreds of new products, the Ke ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Appoints General Manager Of Marketing Services
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today announced the appointment of Mark Aikman to general manager marketing services, effective immediately. Aikman has served as the acting general manager of marketing services since July 2015 and reports to Drew Slaven, vice president of marketing. He will oversee marketing communications, ... Continue reading
BMW Motorrad Achieves Record Sales for the Fifth Time in Succession in 2015
Deliveries 10.9 % above previous year as of December. BMW Motorrad strategy takes effect. BMW Motorrad once again sold significantly more motorcycles and maxi scooters in 2015 than in the previous year. This means that the motorcycle segment of the BMW Group has achieved a new all-time sales high for the fifth time in ... Continue reading
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Sales in Europe December and Full Year 2015
For December 2015, FCA posted a 16.4% year-over-year increase in European sales, outperforming the industry average of 15.9%. For the full year, Group sales in Europe were up 13.6% (+9.2% for the industry) to more than 872,500 vehicles and market share increased to 6.1%. The Fiat 500 and Panda continued to dominate the ... Continue reading
Sergio Marchionne, CEO, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Talks Safety
"FCA US LLC embraces this initiative and, through our ongoing engagement with NHTSA, we are already moving in the direction outlined in the agreed-upon principles. FCA US has more than doubled the complement of professionals assigned to its vehicle-safety organization. Among the organizationâs primary activities i ... Continue reading
RFID Journal announced today that to commemorate the 10th year of its prestigious RFID Journal Awards, the company has invited past winners from across a variety of industries to discuss how the technology has evolved throughout the past decade. Attendees will hear how they view the current state of radio frequency ide ... Continue reading
Chrysler Town & Country wins IHS Automotive Loyalty Award for record 15th consecutive year Jeep® Grand Cherokee, Wrangler and Renegade win their respective SUV categories, Grand Cherokee for the seventh time Jeep brand takes home Highest Conquest Percentage Award FCA US LLC starts the New Year off on the right foot by ... Continue reading
2016 Hyundai Sonata Earns IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award
Sonata Receives Prestigious IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award for the Second Year in a Row FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA -- January 14, 2016: In one of the industry's most demanding vehicle tests, the 2016 Hyundai Sonata earned the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety's highest accolade for safety, receiving a 2016 TOP SAFETY PICK+ a ... Continue reading
FCA US Appoints Safety Advocate
FCA US LLC has appointed Kristen Kreibich to fill its newly established position of Safety Advocate. Kreibich, who brings to the job more than 20 years of manufacturing, regulatory and safety experience, is tasked with enriching the safety culture at FCA US. "Everyone is a safety advocate at FCA US, because safety cons ... Continue reading
All-New 2017 Hyundai Elantra Launches With Apple CarPlay And Android Auto
The 2017 Hyundai Elantra launches this month with Apple CarPlay and Android Autoâ¢. CarPlay is the smarter, safer way to use an iPhone® in the car, taking the things users want to do with their iPhone while driving and putting them right on the car's built-in display, so drivers can stay focused on the road. For ... Continue reading
"FCA Replay" Wraps the Week +VIDEO
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 15, 2016 -- "FCA Replay" is a weekly recap of some of the major stories at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. The top stories for the week of January 15, 2016, include Chrysler debuts the Pacifica minivan, Jeep goes truckin', FCA gears up at the North American International Auto Show and the Fiat 500X ... Continue reading
2016 Chicago Auto Show - WOMMA Driving Engagement Award Returns
- Word of Mouth Marketing Association (WOMMA), the official trade association for the word of mouth and social media marketing industries, is now accepting "2016 Driving Engagement Award" submissions. The Chicago Auto Show and WOMMA have teamed up for the fourth year to recognize an automotive manufacturer fo ... Continue reading
O'Bama Budgets $4 Billion For "Self-Driving" Vehicles - Elimination Of Highway Deaths The Rationale
DETROIT January 14, 2016; In his last State of the Union address, President Obama signaled his intent to invest in a 21st century transportation system. U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx today revealed part of the presidentâs proposal: a 10-year, nearly $4 billion investment to accelerate the development ... Continue reading
2017 Porsche Macan GTS makes its Canadian debut
Latest compact SUV model introduced at the 2016 Montreal International Auto Show MONTREAL, Jan. 14, 2016 /CNW/ - Today, Porsche introduced the 2017 Macan GTS model as a Canadian premiere at the 2015 Montreal Auto Show. The new version of the compact SUV features more power, a reengineered chassis and reinforced brakes. ... Continue reading
Jeep Expands Cherokee Lineup With Premium Overland Model
BOSTON, Jan. 14, 2016 -- New 2016 Jeep Cherokee Overland debuts at New England International Auto Show More premium Jeep Cherokee model boasts an unmatched combination of luxury and capability in the mid-size SUV segment Cherokee Overland delivers sophisticated styling, a well-appointed interior, a long list of premium ... Continue reading
FCA Strongly Rejects Allegations by Two US Dealers
LONDON - January 14, 2016: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. ("FCA") learned late yesterday of the filing of a lawsuit in an Illinois Federal Court by two U.S. dealers located in Illinois and Florida. The named defendants are FCA US LLC ("FCA US") and FCA Realty LLC. The dealer plaintiffs are two dealerships of the larger ... Continue reading
The New Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon
As multifaceted as modern life TORONTO, Jan. 14, 2016 /CNW/ - Mercedes-Benz Canada will expand the C-Class family with the new Wagon starting in 2016. The Wagon stands out with its clear and at the same time emotional, sporty design, innovative technology, variability and load capacity. Its high-class, sophisticated in ... Continue reading
Valvoline Launches 150th Commemorative Year
Founded in 1866, Valvoline⢠â the petroleum industry's first U.S. trademarked motor oil brand whose lubricants, chemicals and car products are available in more than 160 countries and territories worldwide â has officially launched its 150th anniversary celebration, which will continue throughout the 201 ... Continue reading
It's Time to Find Your Next -- at the 2016 Philadelphia Auto Show
The Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP) is proud to announce the return of the Philadelphia Auto Show to the Pennsylvania Convention Center from Jan. 30 to Feb. 7. The events Media Preview Day is Jan. 29, followed by the Black Tie Tailgate that evening. We have so many new features and at ... Continue reading
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