2016 Chicago Auto Show Highlights By Steve and Thom, News, Photos and Video
HIGHLIGHTS OF 2016 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW By Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau Photos by Thom Cannell Lede Photo Cannell_2016 Chicago_Intro-0122 The Chicago Auto Show claims to be the biggest in the country. They are accurate in terms of actual floor space (over a million square-feet) and number ... Continue reading
Nissan Motor Presents the World's First Automated "Intelligent Self-Parking Chair"
TOKYO, Feb. 15, 2016 -- Nissan Motor Co Ltd (Headquarters: Yokohama, Japan, CEO: Carlos Ghosn) announced the first "Intelligent Parking Chair", a concept inspired by its intelligent park assist technology that allows drivers to easily park their vehicles using automatic steering. The "Intelligent Parking Chair" is a un ... Continue reading
Rear View Mirrors Rethought - Gentex's Electronic Full Display Mirror in GM Vehicles
Editor's Note: I just returned from the 2016 Chicago Auto Show, where I had the opportunity to sit behind the wheel of the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt (no not Volt but Bolt). The B was equipped with a Gentex rear-view mirror and it impressed the heck out of me. the image as clear and bright and a big headed back seat passenger ... Continue reading
Geneva Motor Show 2016: European Premiere of the Rinspeed Etos +VIDEO
Disruptive technologies, sustainability and desirability: Automated driving with a great fun and whoa factor. Disruptive innovations and new digital technologies are changing the world of mobility at an unprecedented speed. The âold worldâ of the traditional automaker meets the ânew worldâ of softwa ... Continue reading
Ram Trucks Official Truck of Cabala's
Cabela and Ram Trucks Partnership Announced to include co-sponsored events Cabelaâs and Ram Trucks announced today the two companies have entered into a partnership that has made Ram Trucks the official truck of Cabelaâs. Under this partnership, Cabelaâs and Ram Trucks will co-sponsor events, giveaways, ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS: February 15 - Air Bags, Air Bags, Air Bags, Chrysler, Subaru, Chevrolet, BMW, Audi,
NHTSA RECALLS: February 15 - Chrysler, Subaru, Chevrolet, BMW, Audi, Air Bags ... Continue reading
Drivers; Monitor Forecasts, Prepare for Changing Roadway Conditions
HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 15, 2016 With winter weather expected to impact the entire state through Tuesday, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today advised drivers to be prepared for snow, ice and rain conditions and to postpone travel if necessary. "Exactly how much snow or ice any given region will ... Continue reading
FCA Selects RIDGID® Technology for Chrysler Pacifica Built-in Vacuum System
2017 Chrysler Pacifica. ââ¬ÅOne of the most frequent uses of our vacuums is cleaning out vehicle interiors, which at times can be inconvenient and cumbersome,ââ¬??? said Chad Severson, president of Emerson Tool Company, a business of Emerson. ââ¬ÅWith the new Stow ââ¬Ën Vac, powered ... Continue reading
Aviation Industry Heads to Puerto Rico for Routes Americas
MANCHESTER, England, Feb. 15, 2016 /CNW/ - Puerto Rico's economy will receive a boost from the aviation industry when its top decision makers gather in San Juan for the ninth Routes Americas air service development forum (February 17-19). (Logo: ) Routes Americas brings together leading airlines, airports and tourism a ... Continue reading
AMSTERDAM, February 15, 2016 -- The disclosure that Volkswagen installed devices to circumvent mandatory emissions regulations for its diesel engines has caused the Company's shareholders and bondholders to suffer billions of euros in losses. The Volkswagen Investor Settlement Foundation ("the Foundation") provides a n ... Continue reading
2016 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T SE Review by Carey Russ
Small displacement is beautiful in the case of Volkswagen's new 1.4-liter direct-injected turbocharged engine in the 2016 Jetta DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS There are important changes to the Volkswagen Jetta for 2016. VW has long been known for evolutionary rather than revolutionary product development, with ... Continue reading
Mazda CX-3 Claims Top Honours as AJAC's 2016 Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year
In an early morning press conference at the opening of the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto, the Mazda CX-3 claimed top honours when the utility vehicle was declared the 2016 Canadian Utility of the Year by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). The Mazda CX-3 also won in its category for " ... Continue reading
2017 Infiniti Q60 Sports Coupe Makes National Debut at Canadian International Auto Show
-Innovative new drivetrain delivers powerful and rewarding drive - MISSISSAUGA, ON, Feb. 11, 2016 The 2017 Infiniti Q60 sports coupe made its national debut at the Canadian International Auto Show (CIAS) in Toronto today, combining expressive design with exhilarating performance and dynamics. The bold exterior expresse ... Continue reading
"The application of hydrophobic treatment to the windshield of an automobile, under simulated rainy-driving conditions, resulted in significantly improved visual acuity and decreased response time to recognize a simple target. The improvement in response time was, on average, greater than one second: equivalent to more ... Continue reading
The Jeep Brand's "Portraits" Takes Top Automotive Spot in 2016 Annual YouTube AdBlitz Poll
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 12, 2016 -- "Portraits" awarded Super Clio Creative Bowl Winner "Portraits" named Adweek's number one Super Bowl spot The YouTube AdBlitz⢠2016 results were announced this morning (2/12), with the Jeep brand taking the top automotive spot with its awarded "Portraits" spot. ("Portraits" to ... Continue reading
Land Rover Roaring Fork Honored With Top Land Rover Retailer Award
GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo., Feb. 12, 2016 -- Land Rover North America recently announced the recipients of the 2016 Land Rover Pinnacle Club Retailer Excellence award. Land Rover Roaring Fork is among the select group of Land Rover retailers to achieve this prestigious award. "Providing an outstanding experience to our cu ... Continue reading
U.S. Army Duo Off and Running for 2016 Schumacher, Brown Show Great Promise for New NHRA Drag Racing Season Despite Early Exits from Season-Opening Winternationals at Pomona Date: Feb. 14, 2016 Event: 56th Annual Circle K NHRA Winternationals (Round 1 of 24) Series: Top Fuel class of the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Se ... Continue reading
Toyota Japan Plants Start Production After 6 Day Parts Shortage
Toyota Motor stopped all domestic vehicle production from February 8 through 13 due to a components shortage following an explosion at supplier and affiliate Aichi Steel TOKYO Feb. 15, 2016; Japan Today reported that Toyota said on Monday it had resumed operations at all vehicle assembly and parts plants in Japan after ... Continue reading
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