PR Newswire WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., April 18, 2011 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., April 18, 2011 -- Share of global light-vehicle sales arising from so-called "emerging" markets has surpassed share from economically mature regions, led largely by growth in the China market, according to J.D. Power and Associates. (Logo: h ... Continue reading
PR Newswire AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 18, 2011 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 18, 2011 -- The new Chrysler 200 series vehicles provide customers elegant, well-crafted mid-size vehicles with an extraordinary level of standard content and an exhilarating driving experience. From the ground up, the new 2011 Chrysler 200 seda ... Continue reading
LIVE Video Introduction of the All-New Chevrolet Malibu Tonight at 8:30PM EDT - WATCH IT HERE
Live Internet Broadcast begins at 8:30PM New York time, 5:30PM Los Angeles time SHANGHAI - April 18, 2011: The new Malibu will be sold in nearly 100 countries on six continents. Chevrolet will transcend time zones by revealing it live on the web April 18 at 8:30 p.m. EDT and at the Shanghai Auto Show April 19. Chevrole ... Continue reading
Buick Debuts Envision SUV Concept at 2011 Shanghai Auto Show
The Buick Envision SUV concept vehicle, which represents a convergence of future ideas and technology for Buick in the market, made its global debut today in . It will be appearing on the Shanghai GM stand at Auto Shanghai 2011. The Envision merges Buick's global design language with Chinese aesthetics for the SUV segm ... Continue reading
Montgomery College to Host Free Vehicle and Child Safety Seat Inspections on Saturday, April 23
Date: April 18, 2011 Media Contacts: Elizabeth Homan, 240-567-7970; Marcus Rosano, 240-567-4022 Montgomery College to Host Free Vehicle and Child Safety Seat Inspections on Saturday, April 23 Montgomery Collegeââ¬â¢s Automotive Technology Department and automotive industry partners have teamed up to offer fr ... Continue reading
Kenworth T700 with PACCAR MX Engine Named ATD Heavy Duty Commercial Truck of Year
KIRKLAND, Wash.--The aerodynamic Kenworth T700 equipped with the low-emission PACCAR MX engine was named the 2011 Heavy Duty Commercial Truck of the Year by the American Truck Dealers (ATD) Sunday at the annual ATD Convention and Expo in Phoenix. âItââ¬â¢s a great honor for Kenworth Truck Company to rec ... Continue reading
"Innovation Motorcade" to Parade Electric Drive Vehicles Through the Streets of Washington, D.C.
PR Newswire WASHINGTON, April 18, 2011 WASHINGTON, April 18, 2011 -- With gas prices hitting $4 a gallon and the one-year anniversary of the Gulf oil disaster this week, on Tuesday Secretary of Energy Stephen Chu will headline a motorcade of battery, hybrid and fuel cell powered vehicles through Washington D.C. The par ... Continue reading
EPA Publishes National U.S. Greenhouse Gas Inventory
*CONTACT: *Cathy Milbourn milbourn.cathy@epa.gov 202-564-7849 202-564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* April 18, 2011 *EPA Publishes National U.S. Greenhouse Gas Inventory * *WASHINGTON *- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released the 16th annual U.S. greenhouse gas inventory. The final report shows overall emi ... Continue reading
BETHESDA, Md., April 18, 2011 BETHESDA, MD--April 18, 2011: When serious engine trouble hits, the Engine Repower Council reminds vehicle owners that repowering their vehicle rather than buying a new one is the cost-effective, "green" way to go. "When it comes to your vehicle, it's great to be green," said Ken Carter, c ... Continue reading
Hella Stays on Automotive Growth Path in the Americas
PLYMOUTH, Mich., April 18, 2011 PLYMOUTH, Mich., April 18, 2011 -- Hella, a major supplier of automotive electronics and lighting systems, continues to grow its operations in the Americas -- adding jobs, expanding its manufacturing footprint and introducing new fuel-saving technology. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.co ... Continue reading
BYD-Daimler's First Electric Vehicle (EV) Design Completed, Prototyping Started
SHENZHEN, China--The 50:50 Joint Venture between BYD and Daimler Mercedes-Benz (called the Shenzhen BYD Daimler New Technology Company Limited), announced at its first board meeting since receiving its business license from the Market Supervision Administration of Shenzhen (MSAS) that Mr. Ulrich Walker CEO of Daimler N ... Continue reading
Buick Tech Announcement and Business Update
Apr. 18 Tony DiSalle, vice president, Buick marketing, will update media on Buick's recent progress and announce a consumer-focused, in-vehicle technology product for the brand's 2012 model year sedans. Media may listen live on Stitcher SmartRadio® (http://www.stitcher.com/listen.php?fid=16254). Those with the Stitche ... Continue reading
FIAT Gallery to Showcase Italian Vehicles, Brand and Culture
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 18, 2011 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 18, 2011 -- Hub of entertainment during New York auto show Test drive the Fiat 500 Discover the Fiat 500's heritage Relax in lounge and cafe Enjoy art and interactive displays FIAT Brand North America announced today that the FIAT Gallery at 18 Wooster â ... Continue reading
BOULDER, Colo.--As electric passenger cars become increasingly familiar to consumers around the world, electric motorcycles and scooters are also growing in popularity. E-motorcycles and e-scooters are already used in significant numbers in China and other parts of Asia Pacific, due in large part to urbanization trends ... Continue reading
GEICO Standing by for North Carolina Policyholders Affected by Recent Tornadoes
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.--In the wake of the recent tornadoes in North Carolina, GEICO's Catastrophe Team (CAT) and claims teams are ready to assist policyholders affected. âAfter the devastating tornadoes that hit North Carolina this past weekend, we want to make sure that our customers are safeâ ââ¬ÅAf ... Continue reading
Tesla Motors Announces Date for First Quarter 2011 Results
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Tesla Motors, Inc. announced today that it will release its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, after market close on Wednesday, May 4, 2011. Tesla management will hold a webcast at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time) to review and discuss the C ... Continue reading
2011 Hyundai Equus Earns IIHS "Top Safety Pick"
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 18, 2011 FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 18, 2011 -- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the 2011 Hyundai Equus a "TOP SAFETY PICK"ââ¬â achieving the highest rating of "Good" in all crash test categories including front, side, rollover and rear crash p ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich., April 18, 2011 TROY, Mich., April 18, 2011 -- Altair Engineering, Inc., a leading global provider of simulation technology and engineering services that empowers client innovation and decision-making, reported today that the Bloodhound SuperSonic Car (SSC) team has employed the HyperWorks suite of computer ... Continue reading
JAMA UPDATE NEWS: March 2011 Automobile & Motorcycle Registrations-Sales Statistics
April 18, 2011 JAMA UPDATE NEWS [ http://www.jama-english.jp/ ] March 2011 Automobile & Motorcycle Registrations-Sales Statistics Automobile & motorcycle registration and sales statistic data for March 2011 has been released and posted on our database. ... Continue reading
GM Names New Leaders for Brazil and Mexico Operations
DETROIT, April 18, 2011 DETROIT, April 18, 2011 -- Grace Lieblein appointed president and managing director of GM do Brasil Ernesto Hernandez appointed president and managing director of GM de Mexico GM today announced new leaders for its operations in Brazil and Mexico, effective June 1. Grace D. Lieblein, 50, has bee ... Continue reading
Watt Plaza Plugs into Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
CENTURY CITY, Calif.--Watt Plaza, a twin 23-story office tower complex in the heart of Century City, has installed two electric vehicle charging stations on the first floor of its parking garage, making it the first office building in Century City to adopt the technology. âWe see electric car charging stations as ... Continue reading
Honda Kicks Off the Civic "Study Break" Social Marketing Tour
TORRANCE, Calif., April 18, 2011 TORRANCE, Calif., April 18, 2011 -- Honda announced today that it has launched the Civic "Study Break" social marketing tour to promote the six all-new models of the 2012 Honda Civic at select universities on the West Coast. The tour, hosted on the Honda Civic's Facebook page, http://fa ... Continue reading
Get Your Car in Shape for Spring
RICHMOND, Va.--April is National Car Care Month, and the technicians at CarMax, Inc. , the nationââ¬â¢s largest used car retailer, offer these five springtime tune-up tips. âFollowing a few easy steps to spruce up your vehicle helps to not only avoid costly repairs, but also keep vehicles running smooth ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Baynes Strong Talladega Run Cut Short
Talladega, Apr. 18, 2011: Trevor Bayneâs hopes of duplicating his Daytona 500 performance in Sundayâs Aaronâs 499 at Talladega Superspeedway didnât work out as planned, but he and his No. 21 Good Sam Ford Fusion proved they were capable of victory. Because the race was an impound event, Bayne had to ... Continue reading
New 2012 Avenger R/T Model Makes its Worldwide Debut at the 2011 New York International Auto Show
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 18, 2011 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 18, 2011 -- Stiffened suspension, best-in-class horsepower, center-mounted tachometer and performance-inspired design give the 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T a performance edge Avenger R/T rounds out Dodge brand's entire lineup of R/T performance models Road & Trac ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Back-To-Back Podiums Has Wilson In Title Race
: After two podium finishes in the first three races of the 2011 Firestone Indy Lights championship, Stefan Wilson is almost where he wants to be. Thanks to a third-place finish on the streets of Long Beach, Calif., the 21-year-old from Sheffield, England sits third in point standings, 20 points behind the series' new ... Continue reading
Round One of Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 Series At Motorland
Aragon, April 18, 2011: Felix Serralles, the 18-year-old talented Puerto Rican driver and 2010 Team USA Scholarship winner, competed in his first professional international race this past weekend at the Motorland circuit in Aragon, Spain. The race was Round One is the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 Series. After numerous ... Continue reading
World Challenge - Davis Wins At Long Beach Overall
LONG BEACH, April 18, 2011: Attrition marked Sundayâs Pirelli World Challenge of Long Beach presented by StopTech, part of the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, and that attrition continued to post-race technical inspection. Brandon Davis, from Huntington Beach, Calif., grabbed the overall and GT class win. Paul Br ... Continue reading
ARCA - Stellar Run But No Great Finish For Bryan Silas At Talladega
TALLADEGA, April 18, 2011: Undoubtedly, Bryan Silas strutted his stuff in the postponed 3 Amigos 250 at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway Saturday morning. Unfortunately, a blown tire while running and essentially âridingâ� in the top-10 on lap 57 erased any chance for a victory lane celebration in his Eddi ... Continue reading
ARCA - Will Vaught Delivers Thrilling Finish At Talladega
TALLADEGA, April 18, 2011: In his first ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards race in a little less than five years, dirt late model standout Will âThe Thrillâ� Vaught delivered an exceptional ninth place performance in the postponed 3 Amigos 250 at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway. Vaught driving the No ... Continue reading
ARCA - Finish Not Worthy Of Performance For Sean Corr And Empire Racing
TALLADEGA, April 18, 2011: Without a question, Sean Corr and his Empire Racing team showed their competitors in the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards why they are championship caliber material in the postponed 3 Amigos 250 at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway Saturday morning. Tackling a superspeedway for the second ... Continue reading
ARCA - Brent Brevak Makes Most Of Tough Situation At Talladega
TALLADEGA, April 18, 2011: Brent Brevak, son of 1990 ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards champion Bob Brevak had high hopes for his Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway debut this past weekend but unfortunately a series of misfortunes in the early stages of the postponed 3 Amigos 250 forced a different race strategy for ... Continue reading
ARCA - Maryeve Dufault Overcomes Obstacles To Create Golden Finish At Talladega
TALLADEGA, April 18, 2011: Itâs known that when the age you are turning and the day you were born are the same, that itâs your âgolden birthday.â� Same can be said for racing when your car number matches the place you finish, then itâs known as your âgolden finish,â� and so ... Continue reading
Indy Lights - Conor Daly Produces Patient Win - Long Beach
Long Beach, Apr. 17, 2011: Mazdaspeed driver Conor Daly won today's Firestone Indy Lights round at the venerable Long Beach circuit. The youngster ran in the top 3 all afternoon after starting 4th, but moved up to 2nd, when Peter Dempsey missed a shift that ended his day. <p> Subsequently, Daly proceeded to stalk and h ... Continue reading
Indy Lights - Final Results - Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Calif. - Results Sunday of the Grand Prix of Long Beach Firestone Indy Lights event on the 1.968-mile Streets of Long Beach. 1. Conor Daly<br> 2. Esteban Guerrieri<br> 3. ... Continue reading
Nationwide - Busch Prevails In Record Setting Aarons 312 - Talladega
TALLADEGA, Apr. 17, 2011: The more the lead changed, the more the excitement stayed the same Saturday in the Aaronâs 312 NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Talladega Superspeedway. Kyle Busch used a strong push from Joey Logano down the backstretch to slice through the field and complete the 56th and final lead chan ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Final Results - Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Apr. 17, 2011: Results Sunday of the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach IZOD IndyCar Series event on the 1.968-mile Streets of Long Beach. 1. (3) Mike Conway, Dallara-Honda, 85, Running 2. (12) Ryan Briscoe 3. ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Conway Takes First Series Win - Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Apr. 17, 2011: Mike Conway, coming back from serious injuries suffered in a crash late in the 2010 Indianapolis 500, overtook Ryan Briscoe in Turn 6 of Lap 72 of 85 and went on to lead to the checkered flag of the 37th Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach. Conway is the first first-time winner of an IZOD IndyCar ... Continue reading
An Astonishing 2,564 Miles Per Gallon Achieved at Shell Eco-marathon® Americas 2011
HOUSTON, April 18, 2011 HOUSTON, April 18, 2011 -- Going the farthest distance might sound like a foot race. But this past weekend, it meant stretching the boundaries of fuel efficiencyas student teams competed in the fifth annual Shell Eco-marathon® Americas, a challenge for students to design, build and test fuel-ef ... Continue reading
Porsche Cars North America Selects Brandware Public Relations as PR Agency of Record
ATLANTA, April 18, 2011 ATLANTA, April 18, 2011 -- Brandware Public Relations (www.brandwarepr.com), an independent, full-service agency specializing in enthusiast brands, has been selected as public relations agency of record for Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) (www.porsche.com/usa/), the exclusive importer of Porsc ... Continue reading
Lexus Takes to the Streets of Manhattan with "From Paper to Pavement" Moving Installation on 4/19
Apr. 18 WHAT: To celebrate the upcoming world unveiling of the LF-Gh, Lexus' Future Grand Touring Hybrid concept vehicle ( Lexus.com/BraceYourself ), Lexus is launching a four-car moving installation that will be traveling through the streets of Manhattan. The installation, a moving fleet, features four vehicles, each ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Debuts the Sportiest, Most Fuel-Efficient Beetle Ever
WOLFSBURG, Germany, SHANGHAI, BERLIN, and NEW YORK, April 18, 2011 WOLFSBURG, Germany, SHANGHAI, BERLIN, and NEW YORK, April 18, 2011 -- When the first Beetle rolled off the production line, it was called simply the Volkswagen ââ¬â "the people's car" ââ¬â but its distinctive shape inspired nickn ... Continue reading
Mexico City Gets Cleaner Air and a Certificate to Commute Greener! by Volvo IT
GÃâTEBORG, Sweden--Regulatory News: âOur city has an ambitious Green Plan and transportation is one important area. The opportunity to both measure and reduce CO2 emissions makes Commute Greener! suitable for integration with our Environmental Management System.â Volvo (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB): An innov ... Continue reading
Fuel Prices Will be Tipping Point for U.S. Electric Vehicle Consideration: Deloitte
NEW YORK, April 18, 2011 NEW YORK, April 18, 2011 -- A new survey released today by Deloitte shows that 78 percent of consumers in the United States would consider purchasing an electric vehicle (EV) when fuel prices reach $5.00 per gallon. Â The study, "Gaining traction: Will consumers ride the electric vehicle wave? ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces New Compact SUV Will Be Mazda CX-5
HIROSHIMA, Japan, April 18, 2011 HIROSHIMA, Japan, April 18, 2011 -- Mazda Motor Corporation today announced that its new compact crossover SUV will be called the Mazda CX-5. Ã It is the production model derived from the Mazda MINAGI Concept, which debuted at the Geneva Motor Show (81e Salon International de l'Auto ... Continue reading
Skoda Celebrates A Phenomenal 20 Year Partnership With The Volkswagen Group
Time flies when you're having fun, but it also passes quickly when, like Skoda, you're busy and successful. This month - 16th April 2011 to be exact - marks the 20th anniversary of the iconic Czech car maker formally becoming part of the Volkswagen Group. ... Continue reading
New Generation Volkswagen Beetle Unveiled at 2011 Shanghai Auto Show
Volkswagen has unveiled the latest generation Beetle in Shanghai on the eve of the city's motor show, marking a new era in this iconic car's history. ... Continue reading
Proton Offers Up To £1,200 Deposit Allowance Towards a New Proton
With the price of motoring ever on the increase, Proton knows that savings really count. Proton has therefore developed a series of generous deposit allowances towards the purchase of a new Proton, when bought via one of its affordable finance schemes. ... Continue reading
Mazda Confirms New Compact SUV Will Be Called Mazda CX-5
Mazda Motor Corporation announced today (Monday) that its all-new compact crossover SUV, which is scheduled to launch in the UK in 2012, will be called the Mazda CX-5. ... Continue reading
Daring, Radical & Assertive - Citroen Reveals DS5 In Shanghai
Citroen has revealed the eagerly anticipated third model in its innovative and distinctive DS line: DS5. Designed to express the full extent of Citroen's 'Creative Technologie', DS5 combines ground-breaking style, rewarding driving dynamics and exceptional refinement with innovative engineering solutions. ... Continue reading
Copa Load Of These Cracking New Seats!
Seat's successful mission to buck the prevailing trend in the UK's flat-lining car market takes another huge leap forward this month with the showroom launch of a brand new, high-value trim level. ... Continue reading
Seat Signals Chinese Ambitions At the Shanghai Motor Show
For the first time in Seat's history the company will be present at the Shanghai Motor Show (April 21-28, 2011) as part of the Brand's strategy of expansion into new markets. ... Continue reading
UK Production Of MG6 Marks Start Of New MG Era
Production of the first all-new MG in 16 years, the MG6, has started at MG Motor UK's factory. ... Continue reading
Honda And Evans Face Challenges In WA
The first round of the 2011 Bosch Australian Rally Championship threw up some challenges for the Evans Motorsport team. ... Continue reading
2011 Kia Optima Named To The "Ward's 10 Best Interiors" List
Continually praised for its head-turning exterior design, fun-to-drive performance, and long list of standard safety features, the all-new 2011 Kia Optima has been included as part of "Ward's 10 Best Interiors" list. ... Continue reading
Skoda Celebrates The 20th Anniversary Of Its Association With Volkswagen
The 20th anniversary of one of the most successful associations in the history of the automobile is celebrated this week: On April 16th, it has been 20 years since the beginning of the cooperation of the Czech automobile manufacturer Skoda Auto with Europe's largest automobile group Volkswagen. ... Continue reading
2011 Jayco Optimum Motorhome: Double The Slide Out, Double The Freedom
Jayco's Optimum Motorhome has had some impressive upgrades in 2011, providing buyers with the ultimate in luxury and comfort. ... Continue reading
Bentley Mulsanne Wins International Reader's Award
Bentley is proud to announce that its flagship Mulsanne has been chosen by Centurion Magazine readers as their outstanding car model in the category Best Limousine/Saloon Car in the magazine's Readers' Choice 2010. ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Sells 1.1 Million Vehicles in Brand's Best First Quarter Ever
DETROIT, April 18, 2011 -- Chevrolet expanding in Asia, as it replaces GM Daewoo in Korea beginning in March Cruze sales increase 117 percent over 2010, to become best-selling Chevrolet nameplate Chevrolet sold 1.1 million vehicles worldwide in the first three months of 2011, a 15 percent increase over the first quarte ... Continue reading
GM's Baojun 630 Sedan Make Global Motor Show Debut at Auto Shanghai 2011
SHANGHAI - April 18, 2011: The new Baojun 630 sedan made its national debut today at the and it will have its global motor show premiere on the SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) stand at Auto Shanghai 2011. GM is proud to be introducing our newest brand to the people of ," said Kevin Wale, President and Managing Director of the ... Continue reading
ZAP Jonway Displays New Models and Electric Cars at Auto Shanghai 2011
SHANGHAI, April 18, 2011 -- Following a recent 51 percent majority acquisition of Zhejiang Jonway Automobile Co. Ltd. of China by ZAP of the United States, the newly formed company ZAP Jonway (OTC BB: ZAAP) will be showcasing two new electric cars anticipated for production later this year at the Auto Shanghai 2011. ( ... Continue reading
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