8.17Ministry issues list of new-energy vehicle models
Ministry issues list of new-energy vehicle models http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011788/Ministry-issues-list-of-ne w-ene rgy-vehicle-models.html Shanghai, August 17 (Gasgoo.com) China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has recently announced the first list of new-energy vehicles models that ... Continue reading
8.17Tengzhong says to close Hummer deal in Sept
Tengzhong says to close Hummer deal in Sept http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011791/Tengzhong-says-to-close-Hu mmer- deal-in-Sept.html Shanghai, August 17 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese heavy machinery manufacturer Sichuan Tengzhong recently said that it will close its deal with General Motors to buy GM's Hummer brand at th ... Continue reading
Lexus Maintains Leadership in ALG's Luxury Models Summer 2009 Perceived Quality Study
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--Automotive Lease Guide (ALG), a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of on-demand software and data solutions for the U.S. automotive retail industry, today announced that Lexus maintained its top position in ALGâs Luxury Models Summer 2009 Perceived Quality Study (P ... Continue reading
ABRA Auto Body & Glass Awards Sioux Falls, SD Franchise
MINNEAPOLIS--ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a Minneapolis-based damaged vehicle repair company, announced today the awarding of a franchise repair center to Randy Nehring in Sioux Falls, SD. Nehring is also the owner of Saturn of Sioux Falls, Cadillac of Sioux Falls, and Sioux Falls Ford. Rollie Benjamin, President and CEO of ... Continue reading
ADVANCE.ONE CONCAVE Forged Wheels are here
We're proud to introduce ADVANCE.ONE as the most heavily anticipated wheel line for 2010. This brand will launch in September 2009. Forged Collection is proud to offer this new brand, they're styles and image is what the industry has been waiting for. Utilizing new forgings such as a new deep concave 1 piece forged whe ... Continue reading
ALT Coast-to-Coast Transport Plan Offers Alternative Vision
Members of the ALT Initiative to testify at State task force hearing WHO: America's Transportation Alternative (ALT) and the Interstate Traveler Task Force WHAT: The fourth and final hearing to investigate the viability and funding of the Interstate Traveler, a proposed high-speed transit network. WHERE: Fox Theatre, 2 ... Continue reading
ARCA Weekly Notes Package: 8/17/09
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ARCA Weekly Notes Package: 8/17/09 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ Versatile ARCA RE/MAX Series Switches to Dirt The ARCA RE/MAX Series will transition to dirt track racing on Sunday, Augu ... Continue reading
August 2009 edition of NADA Used Car Guide's market report, Guidelines
All: Jeff Beddow asked me to step in for him this month and send you our latest edition of Guidelines, NADA Used Car Guide's market report. Please see the attached files for all the details, including: * a quick summary of our latest press release * our proprietary market volatility measure * auction transaction activi ... Continue reading
Bad Luck Follows CJM Racing to Michigan
No. 11 CARFAX Racing Toyota / Denny Hamlin Michigan Post-Race Report Date: Saturday, August 15, 2009 Event: CARFAX 250 Track: Michigan Int’l Speedway, Brooklyn, MI Pole Sitter: Brian Vickers, 38.958 sec. Hamlin’s Qualifying Position: 8th, 39.416 sec. Race Winner: Brad Keselowski Hamlin’s Finishing Position: 32nd ... Continue reading
Barona Speedway Race Results August 15, 2009
Next Race: August 29th IMCA Modifieds, Factory Stocks, Pony Stocks, Pure Stocks, Dwarfs, Mini Dwarfs, Mini Sprints Barona Speedway Race Results August 15, 2009 Factory Stock 78 royce henry 71 kendall reagan 37 roger harper 9 devon felkner 0 greg mann 07 tom mcginn 80 chris wilder 12 chris fritz 47 david wetzel 67 denni ... Continue reading
Black River Stages Grows To 2nd Largest U.S. Rally in 2009
For Immediate Release - Raleigh, North Carolina, August 17, 2009 BLACK RIVER STAGES NOW SECOND LARGEST STAGE RALLY IN U.S. FOR 2009 Black River Stages, a stage rally located in Lewis County, New York, is already the second largest stage rally in the USA and is still growing. The current entry total stands at 49 car and ... Continue reading
Bryce Miller - Road America race
Bryce Miller enjoyed his first American Le Mans Series race at Road America more than his second. The Summit, N.J., driver hoped to repeat his 2008 victory in the GT2 class, but a few factors conspired to keep him out of contention on Sunday. Miller shared the No. 87 Marquis Jet / IPC Systems Porsche 911 GT3 RSR with P ... Continue reading
-- www.DriveSmarterChallenge.org/contest -- WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Let the cameras roll, and let the creativity flourish! Want to get a shot at winning $5,000 and putting your video before a potential audience of millions? Have we got a contest for you! It's the Drive Smarter Challenge video con ... Continue reading
Championship Series Races Open To All USARacing Teams
Championship Series Races Open To All USARacing Teams CONCORD, N.C. (August 17, 2009) – When the USARacing Pro Cup circuit begins its four-race Championship Series Sept. 5 at Concord [N.C.] Speedway, there will be a slightly different twist to this year's title run – all USARacing teams will be allowed to ... Continue reading
Charles Carpenter Racing Orangeburg Dragstrip Quick 8 Wrap-up
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Carpenter scores runner-up finish and career-best elapsed time in Orangeburg (8-17-2009) ORANGEBURG, SC – Charles Carpenter built a large portion of his reputation in doorslammer racing by burning down small dragstrips in and around the Carolinas with his unbelievable ’55 Chevy, resetting tra ... Continue reading
GRAND ISLAND, Neb.--College Fanz™ Sports Network, the world’s largest online college sports community launched by ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen, today announced that the College Fanz NAIA Football Game of the Week broadcast and production team will travel across America in the innovative, new College Fanz Van, The Pr ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Accessories Corp. Announces Changes to Its Board of Directors
SPENCER, Iowa--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC) announced today that it is making changes to its Board of Directors, as the company accepts the early resignation of two of its outside directors whose terms would otherwise come to an end next month at the September 22, 2009 Annual Shareholder Meeting (Please s ... Continue reading
Defending series, race champion Coughlin pumped up for Reading (NHRA/JEGS)
Defending series, race champion Coughlin pumped up for Reading READING, Pa. (Aug. 17) -- A simple repeat of last year is on Pro Stock driver Jeg Coughlin Jr.'s wish list as he arrives at Maple Grove Raceway for this weekend's 25th annual Toyo Tires NHRA Nationals. One year ago, the five-time world champion came into Pe ... Continue reading
ECOtality Announces 2009 Second Quarter Financial Results
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--ECOtality, Inc. (OTCBB:ETLY), a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, today announced revenue for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009. “The second quarter was a period of significant operational growth for ECOtality,” said Jonathan Read, President and CEO, ECOtality ... Continue reading
FreightCar America, Inc. Declares Regular Dividend
CHICAGO--The directors of FreightCar America, Inc. have declared a regular cash dividend of $0.06 per share of common stock of the company. The dividend is payable on August 31, 2009, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 27, 2009. FreightCar America, Inc. manufactures railroad freight cars, with ... Continue reading
Genuine Parts Company Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend and Announces Officer Change
ATLANTA, Aug. 17 -- The Board of Directors of Genuine Parts Company declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of forty cents ($.40) per share on the Company's common stock. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081002/CLTH108LOGO ) The dividend is payable October 1, 2009 to shareholders of record September 4, 2 ... Continue reading
GPS Insight Releases CDMA-Enabled GPSI-4000 Tracking Device
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--GPS Insight, a leading supplier of GPS tracking hardware and software solutions for commercial and municipal fleets, today announced the release of its GPSI-4000V tracking device. This new version of the GPSI-4000 supports CDMA network services, made available through KORE Telematics. The new GPSI-40 ... Continue reading
GreenRoad and Eco-Edge Partner to Help Fleets Improve Fuel Economy
REDWOOD SHORES, Calif. & CHANDLER, Ariz.--GreenRoad, a global pioneer in improving driving behavior, and Eco-Edge, a leader in improving fleet profits while reducing environmental impact, have entered into a service distribution relationship. Eco-Edge has added the GreenRoad Service to a carefully selected set of eco-e ... Continue reading
ITW Reports a 24 Percent Decrease in Operating Revenues for Three Months
Ended July 31, 2009; Base Revenues Show Modest Improvement From Prior Three Month Period GLENVIEW, Ill., Aug. 17 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. today reported an operating revenue decrease of 24 percent for the three months ended July 31, 2009. The revenue decline for the three months consisted of a 21 percent decrease in ... Continue reading
MADD Colorado Announces Bell & Pollock as 2009-2010 Victim Services Sponsor
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Colorado announced Bell & Pollock as its 2009-2010 Victim Services Sponsor. As the Victim Services Sponsor for Colorado, Bell & Pollock will provide crucial support to all of MADD Colorado's Victim Service programs throughout the state. "Law firms like Bell & Pollock that fight for ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Dealer Marshalls Motors Opens Stunning New Showroom
One of Sydney’s largest Mercedes-Benz passenger car dealerships, Parramatta’s Marshalls Motors, has just opened its doors for business in its newly developed state-of-the-art showroom. ... Continue reading
- Low-profile camera integrates with light bars - Internal processor board fits into Motorola MW810 Mobile Workstation to save money and space LAS VEGAS, Aug. 17 -- APCO 2009 (Booth 824) -- Motorola, Inc. and PIPS Technology, a Federal Signal company , today announced an Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) solut ... Continue reading
Navistar First OEM to Reach 5 Million Hybrid Miles
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--The number of owners and operators of Navistar’s hybrid-powered commercial vehicles is growing as hybrid trucks and buses become more and more attractive to businesses looking to “green” their fleets and improve fuel economy. In fact, the popularity of these hybrid vehicles has helped Navistar ... Continue reading
New Bentley Mulsanne Makes World Debut at Pebble Beach Concours D'Elegance, California
CREWE, England, August 16 -- Today, Bentley Motors unveiled the Mulsanne, the company's all-new flagship grand tourer, at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours D'Elegance in Monterey, California. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040408/DETH007LOGO ) The Mulsanne is inspired by the company founder W.O. Bentl ... Continue reading
Optical Systems, Inc. Hires Independent Auditors, Plans on Becoming a Fully Reporting Company
DALLAS, Aug. 17 -- Optical Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets: OPSY), a leading provider of software and services to the automotive retail industry, today announced that the company has hired Gruber & Company, LLC to act as an independent auditor to the company, and to audit its financials for 2007 and 2008. "Moving off of the ... Continue reading
Palisades Unveils New Jersey's First-Ever Highway Art Gallery
Winning Artwork by Local Artists to be Showcased on Billboards Throughout State, Honored by NJ Secretary of State BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J., Aug. 17 -- There are no tickets required to attend this weeks unveiling of the Palisades Highway Art Gallery competition's winning images. Palisades, the nice New Jersey car insuranc ... Continue reading
Pennsylvania where it all began for Lucas, NHRA's most recent winner
Pennsylvania where it all began for Lucas, NHRA's most recent winner READING, Pa. (Aug. 17) -- When Pennsylvania drag racing legend Joe Amato selected Morgan Lucas to drive his Top Fuel dragster in 2004, it was the culmination of a lifelong dream. Not only was Lucas realizing his goal of ascending to the top of straigh ... Continue reading
Playoff spot clinched, Langdon relaxed and ready to race
Playoff spot clinched, Langdon relaxed and ready to race READING, Pa. (Aug. 17) -- Rookie Top Fuel driver Shawn Langdon enters this weekend's 25th annual Toyo Tires NHRA Nationals in high spirits. After being hired by team owner/driver Morgan Lucas as the second driver of his two-car race team, Langdon immediately set ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Advantage PressureProTM Named to INC 5000 Listing for 2009. Contact: Vanessa Zaroor Marketing Manager Advantage PressurePro Phone: 816-887-3505 FAX: 816-887-3705 E-Mail: vzaroor@advantagepressurepro.com Advantage PressureProTM Named to INC 5000 Listing for 2009. Leaders in Tire Pressure Monitoring ... Continue reading
Remy International, Inc. Announces 2nd Quarter 2009 Results
PENDLETON, Ind., Aug. 17 -- Remy International, Inc., a leading worldwide manufacturer, remanufacturer, and distributor of heavy duty systems, starters and alternators, locomotive products and hybrid technology, announced today its operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009. Sales for the quarter were ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: 2009 Worldwide Motorcycle Dealers Industry Report
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/1c815e/2009_worldwide_mot) has announced the addition of the "2009 Worldwide Motorcycle Dealers Industry Report" report to their offering. The U.S Motorcycle Dealers Industry report, published annually, contains timely and accurate industry statis ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2dfa5e/lithiumion_and_ni) has announced the addition of the "Lithium-Ion And Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries, Lithium, Rare Earth Lanthanum And The Future Of Hybrid Electric Vehicles, Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles And Electric Vehicles 2009-2020 ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/e6844c/vehicle_dealers) has announced the addition of the "Vehicle Dealers - Business Ratio Report" report to their offering. This Business Ratio Report compares the financial performance of the leading players in this Industry sector, offering a ... Continue reading
Ruppel Motorsports - TORC Bark River II Report
RUPPEL ONE POINT BACK OF STOCK TRUCK LEADER, CHAMPIONSHIP WILL GO DOWN TO THE WIRE Chetek, WI (August 14, 2009) ? After back-to-back wins at Oshkosh, Eric Ruppel and his #837 Phil?s Inc. Art Carr Trail Ready BFGoodrich Ford F-150 were looking to continue its streak of podium finishes at Bark River. The weekend didn?t e ... Continue reading
Scott Hall has Record Setting Season at Bowman Gray
Below and attached is a press release outlining Scott Hall's performance this past weekend at Bowman Gray Stadium. If you have any questions or need more information please feel free to contact me. Scott Hall has Record Setting Season at Bowman Gray Winston Salem, NC: Scott Hall driver of the #23 Carolina Wood Floors/ ... Continue reading
Several Chinese Auto Suppliers Likely to Emerge as Leading Global Consolidators, PRTM Study Finds
DETROIT & SHANGHAI--PRTM, a global management consulting firm, is releasing the findings from its global study of more than 350 automotive suppliers to determine the winners and losers in the consolidation of the automotive supply industry. Chinese and the largest global European suppliers scored highest on PRTM’s gl ... Continue reading
Sprint Prepared for First Hurricane and Tropical Storm of the 2009 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: Sprint Prepared for First Hurricane and Tropical Storm of the 2009 Atlantic Hurricane Season Date: 8/17/2009 9:00:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ----------------------------- ... Continue reading
Strong Run for Martin at Nashville
Below and attached is a press release outlining Hal "the Ragin' Cajun" Martin's performance this past weekend at Nashville Superspeedway. If you have any questions or would like any additional information please let me know. Strong Run for Martin at Nashville: Wreck ends day early Nashville, TN: Hal 'the Ragin' Cajun' ... Continue reading
Summit Racing Greg Anderson Race Report: Anderson Tops Teammate, Scores Breakthrough Win in Brainerd
Contact: Jon Knapp Summit Racing PR Ph: 704.662.3121 J2Racing@aol.com  Greg Anderson Tops Teammate, Scores Breakthrough Win in Brainerd  Brainerd, Minnesota, August 16, 2009 – Summit Racing Pontiac driver Greg Anderson made a long-awaited return to the winner’s circle on Sunday, taking home the Pro St ... Continue reading
Contact: Jon Knapp Summit Racing PR Ph: 704.662.3121 J2Racing@aol.com  Second Straight All-Summit Final Nets Jason Line a Runner-Up Finish in Brainerd  Brainerd, Minn., August 16, 2009 – Throughout his recent string of strong runs, Summit Racing driver Jason Line had made it clear that the one win he wanted ... Continue reading
TRITTON Sees Double at Best Buy with Two External VGA Video Cards
VISTA, Calif.--The explosion of productivity-minded products hitting the store shelves this past year has caused consumers to go cross-eyed with options. TRITTON Technologies, a leader in high-performance computer peripherals, cuts through the clutter with two of its highly efficient external VGA video cards, See2 UV15 ... Continue reading
TRW Completes Public Offering, Raising Approximately $269 Million in Net Proceeds
LIVONIA, Mich., Aug. 17 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , today announced that it successfully completed its previously announced public offering of 16,100,000 shares of common stock at a price of $17.50 per share to the public. The number of shares included 2,100,000 shares sold pursuant to the exercise of the underw ... Continue reading
United Components Reports Results of Operations for Second Quarter 2009
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--United Components, Inc. (“UCI”) today announced results for the quarter ended June 30, 2009. Revenue of $217.4 million decreased $11.8 million compared to the year-ago quarter. UCI recorded a 5.2% decrease in sales from the second quarter of 2008, with increases in the retail and traditional chann ... Continue reading
Victory Interview with Brad Keselowski from NASCAR Nationwide Series at MIS
Hi. I will be at the Bristol Motor Speedway Thursday and Friday. If you will be there, give me a shout. I will be twittering for @Nationwide. Also, attached is the audio file of the interview with race champ Brad Keselowski along with a transcript and a link to all the pictures we shot this weekend http://www.flickr.co ... Continue reading
2011 Infiniti M Makes Virtual Debut at Concours d’Elegance
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif.--Infiniti today provided an advanced look at the all-new 2011 Infiniti M performance luxury sedan at the 59th Annual Pebble Beach Concours dâElegance. This is the third generation of Infinitiâs popular M and the first to be sold across all of Infinitiâs 32 markets around the world, i ... Continue reading
AAA Gives Motorists 10 Easy Ways to Keep Kids Safe as They Return to School
AURORA, Ill.--Itâs back-to-school season across the U.S. with 56 million students expected to enroll in kindergarten through high school classes at more than 98,000 schools this year. That many students returning to school will mean increased congestion on the roadways and the need for motorists to use extra cauti ... Continue reading
Volkswagen of America Announces Agency of Record Will Go Up for Review
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 17 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that they are placing their agency of record assignment up for review. The agency of record is responsible for all aspects of marketing and advertising and is currently managed by Crispin Porter + Bogusky. "Volkswagen has embarked on a mission to sign ... Continue reading
Sources Say GM Closes Deal For Saab Sale With Car Maker Koenigsegg
STOCKHOLM, Aug 17 Sweden's Koenigsegg has closed its purchase of money-losing Saab Automobile from General Motors Co [GM.UL], but financing arrangements have yet to be finalised, a Swedish daily said on its website on Monday. Dagens Nyheter, citing sources, said GM and Koenigsegg had agreed on a "very low" price for Sa ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--U.S. Representative Sander Levin today previewed innovative commercial vehicle hybrid power systems developed by diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation at the companyâs Michigan Innovation Center in Southfield. In addition, Rep. Levin highlighted the importance of legislation to e ... Continue reading
CHICAGO & NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Wynnchurch Capital announced today that its newly formed portfolio company Vista Automotive LLC (âVista-Proâ) has completed the acquisitions of Centrum Equities, XV (âCentrumâ), a holding company that had previously acquired select aftermarket assets of Visteon Corporatio ... Continue reading
BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Many Americans are finding that the "Cash for Clunkers" program is not an option for them. Whether their vehicle does not qualify for the program or they are hesitant or unable to take on the expense of a new car, repowering the engine of their "clunker" may be a wise a ... Continue reading
Auto Affordability Remains Near Index Best, Comerica Bank Chief Economist Reports
DALLAS, Aug. 17 -- The purchase of an average-priced new vehicle took 22.1 weeks of median family income in the second quarter 2009, according to Comerica Bank's Auto Affordability Index. This reading is up 0.3 of a week, thereby representing a slight deterioration in affordability compared to the prior quarter. Median ... Continue reading
ONE WEEK WITH A 2009 VW TIGUAN By Thom Cannell Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel SEE ALSO: Volkswagen Buyers Guide WE FLEW INTO FORT MYERS, FLORIDA PREPARED TO FIX UP OUR 1980'S-ERA FAMILY CONDO AND GRAB A FEW DAY'S SUN. AS OUR BEAST OF BURDEN I THOUGHT THE DIMINUTIVE VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN CROSSOVER UTILITY VEHICLE A GREAT C ... Continue reading
International Nameplates Climb in 'Clunkers' Program
According to the Detroit News, Japanese automakers have gained significant ground in the U.S. government's $3 billion "cash for clunkers" program. Toyota dethroned GM as the top seller, selling 18.9 percent of vehicles purchased through the clunkers program. The largest three Japanese automakers â Toyota, Honda, a ... Continue reading
Mondial Assistance's 17 Year Mitsubishi Motors Partnership Continues
Mondial Assistance in the UK has renewed its contract with Mitsubishi Motors for another three years, as it continues to be the motor manufacturer's preferred roadside assistance provider. Under the agreement, Mondial Assistance will continue to provide Mitsubishi Motors with 3 year UK and Pan European* roadside assist ... Continue reading
Matiz Creative Launch Ceremony to be Broadcast Live on August 19
GM Daewoo Auto & Technology (GM Daewoo) announced today that it will host a live Internet broadcast of the launch ceremony for its next-generation global mini-car, the Matiz Creative, from the Seoul Grand Hyatt Hotel on August 19 ... Continue reading
Conor Daly Fastest At Trois-Rivieres But Finishes 13th
Trois-Rivieres, Quebec, August 17, 2009: Even though Mazdaspeed-driver Conor Daly was fastest during the first practice day on Friday, and again the fastest driver through the streets of the historic Trois Rivieres circuit on race day, a thirteenth place finish was all he had to show for his efforts at the end of the w ... Continue reading
Paul Tracy and Cameron Dodson At On Track On Radio - Monday Noon EST
Indianaplis, August 16, 2009: KV Racing IndyCar Driver Paul TracyVeteran open wheel racer Paul Tracy joins the "On Track On Radio" line-up Monday at Noon EST / 9am PST. Also in the studio will be short track driver, Cameron Dodson, now back in the seat following a long recovery from an accident in early 2008. Tracy fil ... Continue reading
MIS extends fan appreciation program to entire fanbase
BROOKLYN, Aug. 16, 2009: Strengthening its commitment to race fans, Michigan International Speedway has extended its fan appreciation program by lowering ticket prices in every grandstand for 2010 during the renewal and deposit period. During that time, grandstand ticket prices will be reduced five percent to 63 percen ... Continue reading
De Silvestro Extends Atlantic Championship Lead with Win in Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres
TROIS-RIVIERES, August 16, 2009: Series points leader Simona De Silvestro is now the most prolific woman driver in the 36-year history of the Cooper Tires Presents The Atlantic Championship Powered by Mazda. Already the winningest woman in series history, the woman with the most pole positions and the woman with the mo ... Continue reading
NWR Drivers Round Out The Podium At Trois-Rivieres
Mundelein, August 16, 2009: It was a beautiful day in Canada today as Newman Wachs Racing drivers both finished on the podium at the Grand Prix de Trois- Rivieres. John Edwards finished 2nd and teammate Jonathan Summerton claimed 3rd in the Atlantic Championship race at the historic circuit. The top-three finished how ... Continue reading
Porsche and Volkswagen to Form an Integrated Automotive Group
The Supervisory board of Porsche Automobil Holding SE (Porsche SE) has approved a Basic Agreement negotiated by the management boards of Porsche SE and Volkswagen AG, the workers'representatives of both companies and the Porsche SE ordinary shareholders, describing the path to foundation of an integrated car group. ... Continue reading
Spice Up Your Vauxhall Corsa This Summer
Vauxhall is offering owners of the 3-door Corsa model the chance to spice up their lives with a fantastic deal on VXR accessories. ... Continue reading
Kia Offers Extra Value With Limited Edition Cerato
Kia has announced a small run of a Limited Edition Cerato with features valued at $1,200 being offered to customers at no extra cost for a limited time only, and driveaway pricing from $20,990 with 5-speed manual transmission or $22,990 with 4-speed automatic transmission. ... Continue reading
Kia Motors Posts 17.5% Increase in July Global Sales
Kia Motors Corporation has announced its global sales figures for passenger cars (export sales, domestic sales, and sales from overseas plants), recreational vehicles (RVs), and commercial vehicles for July 2009, recording a total of 143,588 units sold. This marks a year-on-year increase of 17.5%. ... Continue reading
Sporty Si Introduced on Honda Civic 5-Door
The new Si grade will be available across the entire 5-door Civic range, in all engine variants and transmissions. The 1.4-litre Si model will wear Graphite coloured 16-inch alloy wheels while higher-powered 1.8 petrol and 2.2 diesel Si Civics will sit on 17-inch Graphite coloured alloy rims. ... Continue reading
Kbb.com Names 2009 Top 10 Back-to-School Cars
Editors Name Top New, Used Back-to-School Rides; Offer Shopping, Buying Tips for Students and Parents IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 17 -- The 2009 Top 10 Back-to-School Cars, www.kbb.com/schoolrides09, today were named by the expert editors from Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car informa ... Continue reading
Today, Bentley Motors unveiled the Mulsanne, the company's all-new flagship grand tourer, at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours DâElegance in Monterey, California. The Mulsanne is inspired by the company founder W.O. Bentleyâs crowning achievement in 1930, the 8-litre. And it was W.O.âs own carefully ... Continue reading
New Unit From Hace Completes Navigation Range
Honda Access Europe (HACE) has announced the addition of its SSD (Solid State Drive) Navigation System to its Audio & Electronics range of accessories. The unit completes the Honda Genuine Accessories navigation line-up, sitting between the Compact and HDD Navigation units. ... Continue reading
It's Citroëns 90th Anniversary, and LCV operators can join the celebrations - thanks to the introduction of a series of generously equipped, high-value '90 Years' Nemo, Berlingo and Dispatch vans. ... Continue reading
2011 Infiniti M Makes Virtual Debut at Concours D'elegance
Infiniti today provided an advanced look at the all-new 2011 Infiniti M performance luxury saloon at the 59th Annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. This is the third generation of Infiniti's popular M and the first to be sold across all of Infiniti's 32 markets around the world, including Western Europe. ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Dealer Marshalls Motors Opens Stunning New Showroom
One of Sydney's largest Mercedes-Benz passenger car dealerships, Parramatta's Marshalls Motors, has just opened its doors for business in its newly developed state-of-the-art showroom. ... Continue reading
New Powertrains for Mazda CX-7
Mazda Australia will later this year add two new engines to its updated CX-7 crossover range, both delivering impressive fuel economy and that Zoom-Zoom driving promise. ... Continue reading
Lexus to Reveal Premium Compact Concept at Frankfurt Motor show
Lexus has unveiled the first official sketch of a concept car that will be presented at the forthcoming Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA). ... Continue reading
A New Chapter of Historic Racing at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca Begins
MONTEREY, CA - August 17, 2009: The Sports Car Racing Association of the Monterey Peninsula (SCRAMP) announced that it will be producing the historic races at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in 2010, and that General Racing, Ltd., the creator and producer of the Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races® for the last 36 ye ... Continue reading
GM Begins Work at Michigan Facility Where Batteries for the Chevrolet Volt Will Be Manufactured
BROWNSTOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich. â General Motors Company will invest $43 million in Brownstown Township, Mich. to manufacture lithium-ion battery packs for the Chevrolet Volt and other extended-range electric vehicles. It is the first lithium-ion battery manufacturing plant in the U.S. operated by a major automaker, an ... Continue reading
Lexus IS Sedans Receive Technology Updates for 2010
· iPod®/USB Connectivity, Streaming Audio Standard · 2.5L V6 Engine Delivers 204 Horsepower · 0-60 MPH in 5.3 Seconds With Legendary Lexus Refinement The well-equipped Lexus IS sedan receives technology updates for 2010 that build on the brandâs legacy of delivering state-of-art technology. To further ... Continue reading
Lexus SC 430 Continues to Raise the Bar for Luxury Convertibles
· New 18-Inch Six-Spoke Wheels · Equipped with iPod®/USB Connectivity, Streaming Audio · Lexus Navigation System and Mark Levinson® Premium Audio System Standard Lexus adds interior technology and exterior enhancements to the 2010 SC 430, the pioneer of the retractable hardtop in the prestige luxury segment. To bu ... Continue reading
Toyota to End Production at GM NUMMI Joint Venture Plant
TOKYO August 16, 2009; Cang-Ran Kim writing for Reuters reported that Toyota Motor Corp is looking to end production at a joint venture factory in California that it had held with General Motors in March 2010, Japan's Asahi Shimbun reported on its website. Toyota, the world's top automaker, has said it would decide by ... Continue reading
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