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Hundreds of hours of auto-related videos No Fees No App required No Flash needed AUTO CENTRAL - June 8, 2011: One of the big draw backs about Apple's mobile devices (iPad and iPhone) is that it can't play flash videos. Because of this, an enormous amount of video content is lost to users of these devices. But TheAutoCh ... Continue reading
Ferrari 458 Retractable Hardtop Spider Debuts at 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show +VIDEO
New exclusive "Bespoke" program also showcased FRANKFURT - September 16, 2011: Ferrari's exclusive new 8-cylinder, the 458 Spider has finally was unveiled to the public at the 64th Frankfurt International Motor Show. The latest addition to the Ferrari range is a mid-rear-engined two-seater featuring a fully retractable ... Continue reading
Berwyn Route 66 Car Show 21st Annual Historic Car Show
By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel BERWYN, IL - September 16, 2011: The Biggest and Best Car show on Route 66 happens just outside Chicago in Berwyn. Chicagoâs Buckingham Fountain located near the corners of Jackson Boulevard and Michigan Avenue serves as the traditional starting point ... Continue reading
2011 Dodge Caliber Review by Steve Purdy +VIDEO
Much improved inside - tepid overall By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau I'll never forget my first encounter with the new Dodge Caliber in late 2005. It was a regional press preview at a restaurant right next to the then-new Tiger Stadium in downtown Detroit. The concept version of the car was revealed at ... Continue reading
Toyota Introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid
Extended Electric Range Selectable EV Mode Expected 87 MPGe Quick Home Charging Toyota, the world leader in hybrid passenger cars and SUVs, introduced the Prius Plug-in Hybrid at the annual Green Drive Expo here today, as the newest member of the Prius Family. Joining the popular third-generation Prius Liftback and the ... Continue reading
Merkel: Innovation is Visible Here at the IAA 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show +VIDEO
German Chancellor Opens World's Most Important Trade Fair for Mobility - Comprehensive Walking Tour "Innovation - it is visible here at the IAA. The National Platform for Electric Mobility has done a good job. We have also provided incentives that we hope will get electric mobility in Germany moving, without creating a ... Continue reading
NASCAR Regional Series - Racing Community Wildfire Relief
Austin, Sept. 8, 2011: Team Teague Racing, Jake Wright Motorsports and Nick Cole Racing have started a relief fund for the racing community affected by the Texas wildfires. Donations of household items, non-perishable food, linens, etc., will be accepted at the races on Saturday, September 10. Bins will be stationed at ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Events - Legacy Fund Established For Spicewood Fire Victims
Spicewood, Sept 12, 2011: As a result of wildfires in and around the Texas Hill Country, a legacy fund has been established to help individuals and families mitigate some of the the burdens of recovery. <p> Donations can be made by mailing checks to: <p> DONATIONS FOR SPICEWOOD FIRE VICTIMS<br> Payable to: Legacy Fund< ... Continue reading
Monterey, September 16, 2011: In today's promoter tests, it was the #7 Juncos Racing/Programa Leiloes/Athlete of Christ/Oakley car of J.V. Horto that led both official sessions at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. In this morning's session, Horto was the only driver to make it under the one minute twenty-two second mark with ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Tony Stewart Preview
KANNAPOLIS, Sept. 15, 2011: Despite a year in which Tony Stewart is still winless, the driver of the No. 14 Office Depot/Mobil 1 Chevrolet Impala for Stewart-Haas Racing has plenty of reason to be bullish in this weekendâs Bear market. The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series is taking top billing in the Windy City as the Chi ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Chase Races Also Vital for Smith
DENVER, Sept. 15, 2011: Though he is not in the Chase, Regan Smith views the final 10 races of the season with the same importance as the drivers competing in the playoff championship run. "'The excitement and hoopla will be on the Chase drivers and that's the way it should be," said Smith. "But that's not going to mak ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venues - Talladega Superspeedway To Host Sprint Cup Autograph Session
TALLADEGA, Sept. 15, 2011: Race fans attending the Oct. 21 â 23 Good Sam Club 500 weekend will have an opportunity to score autographs from some of their favorite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series stars. Talladega Superspeedway is hosting an autograph session at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22. ... Continue reading
Lucas Oil Off Road - Canidae Off Road Nationals Sat.Sept. 17th
This Saturday, September 17th, at 1:30 PM EST. (10:30 AM PST.) don't miss Round 10 of the exciting Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series on CBS Sports. The CANIDAE Off Road Nationals, Presented by Rockstar Energy will feature intense racing action from the Pro-4 and Pro-2 divisions at Glen Helen International Raceway in San ... Continue reading
Driver: Simona de Silvestro Car: No. 78 Nuclear Clean Air Energy Primary sponsor: Entergy Nuclear Event title: Indy Japan 300 Location: Twin Ring Motegi - Motegi, Tochigi Track: Two-mile permanent road course Practice sessions: Friday, September 16 at 3 p.m. (local); Saturday, September 17 at 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Qualify ... Continue reading
Copart to Webcast Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2011 Results
Copart, Inc. announced today that it will release earnings for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011 after the close of market on Tuesday, September 20, 2011. On Wednesday, September 21, 2011 a conference call will be held at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (8 a.m. Pacific) to discuss the results and answer questions regarding the ... Continue reading
The Business of Plugging In 2011 Announces Key Speakers and Sessions
The Business of Plugging In(SM) 2011, a Center for Automotive Research conference, returns to metro Detroit on October 11-13, and will feature a unique blend of global experts who will provide insight into the evolving plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) landscape from the role of big box stores like Best Buy to Portland's ... Continue reading
Engineering students from eight colleges from across the nation, including The University of Akron, will compete in a battle of speed, endurance and design in the 2011 Goodyear Formula SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) Shootout competition. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company supports young engineers and uses this e ... Continue reading
AeroVironment Completes First Electric Vehicle Commercial Charging Station Installations in Hawaii
AeroVironment today announced that it has installed electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Marriott Waikiki to serve hotel guests and respond to increased demand for sustainable practices in the tourism and hospitality industries. The new chargers are part of Hawaii's growing charging infrastructure currently b ... Continue reading
Dynegy Inc. announced today that it has commenced offers to exchange (the Exchange Offers) up to $1,250,000,000 principal amount of the outstanding notes, debentures and capital income securities (the Old Notes) of Dynegy Holdings, LLC (DH), its direct, wholly-owned subsidiary, for Dynegy's new 10% Senior Secured Notes ... Continue reading
Tupelo to Benefit From Toyota Volunteer Work on National Public Lands Day
More than 400 Toyota team members will celebrate National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on September 17, by working together to clean and protect three public areas in Tupelo; the Natchez Trace Parkway, Carver Elementary School and Tupelo High School. At Natchez Trace Parkway, volunteers will remove invasive weeds to preserv ... Continue reading
Kretschmann and Hermann Visit the IAA
FRANKFURT AM MAIN and BERLIN, Germany, September 16, 2011 -- Baden-Wuerttemberg's Top Politicians are Guests in Frankfurt Today the state premier of Baden-Wuerttemberg, Winfried Kretschmann, and his transport minister Winfried Hermann, visited the IAA Cars 2011 and obtained information about the innovations and technol ... Continue reading
Algal Biomass Organization Announces Support for Renewable Fuel Parity Act of 2011
The Algal Biomass Organization (ABO) today announced its strong support for the Renewable Fuel Parity Act of 2011, formally introduced yesterday by US Senators Tom Udall (D-NM) and Mike Crapo (R-ID). The bill would give algae-based biofuels tax parity while leveling the playing field for all advanced biofuels by expand ... Continue reading
AAA Automotive Experts Top 10 List - How to Select a Repair Facility
AAA Automotive experts recommend ten things drivers should consider when selecting a shop to maintain and repair their vehicles. Fifty four percent of American drivers report they have decided to keep an existing vehicle rather than invest in a newer one, according to a recent AAA survey. In addition, many drivers are ... Continue reading
Bridgend Apprentice Recognised as one of the Finest Car Painters of the Future
Daniel Coles, a 22 year old apprentice from the Nationwide Repair Centre in Bridgend, has been named as one of the finest vehicle paint technicians of his generation after coming second in the UK finals of the internationally respected World Skills Autobody Car Painting competition - despite still having a full year of ... Continue reading
Veterans 'Not Forgotten' Thanks to Typhoon Team
Armed forces veterans supported by The Not Forgotten Association were treated to a VIP visit at Royal Air Force Coningsby last week as part of the support being given by the Typhoon Display Team and sponsor Mazda UK this year. ... Continue reading
Opel: The New Face of German Engineering in Australia
Opel has confirmed the vehicle line-up that will launch the brand in Australia in 2012. ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Undercuts Ford With New Zafira Tourer Entry Pricing
Coinciding with the its world premiere at Frankfurt, Vauxhall has confirmed that the entry-level price of the all-new Zafira Tourer will be £21,000, more than £1,200 less than that one of its key rival, the Ford S-Max. ... Continue reading
BTCC - Honda Racing Team Race Preview
Honda Racing Team stars Gordon Shedden and Matt Neal will go to Rockingham this weekend for the next rounds of the 2011 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship eager to extend their advantage at the head of the standings. ... Continue reading
Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen to Coordunate Volkswagen Group's Classic Activities
Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen is to assume responsibility for the global coordination of the Volkswagen Group's Classic activities. Dr. Paefgen was latterly Chairman of Bentley, President of Bugatti and General Representative of Volkswagen AG for Motorsport and Research, and is a renowned authority on the historical automobi ... Continue reading
Green Motion CarSept 16, 2011: and Van Rental is pleased to announce its participation in the Green Growth Business Boot Camp being held at Kingston University in London on the 13th of October, 2011. ... Continue reading
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