AutoNation Stepping Away From Third-Party Leads
Washington DC April 17, 2014; AutoNation Inc., tired of paying high prices for online leads, plans to de-emphasize third-party lead providers such as TrueCar, AutoTrader.com, and Cars.com, CEO Mike Jackson says. He says he will strengthen AutoNationâs Web site and digital presence to build traffic and sales. Begin ... Continue reading
2014 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Heels on Wheels Review
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE AVALON HYBRID VEHICLE Redesigned just last year, the Avalon is targeted to the younger, more tech-oriented sedan buyer that yearns for a sleeker interior and a more athletic feel behind the wheel â with these performance enhanceme ... Continue reading
Next-Generation Mazda MX-5 Roadster SKYACTIV-CHASSIS
NEW YORK, April 16, 2014; With weeks, perhaps months, of bated-breath anticipation, anxiety and hope hanging in the proverbial car enthusiast air, Mazda today confirmed development details of the highly-anticipated next-generation MX-5 Miata roadster. Making its world debut during a press conference at the New York Int ... Continue reading
Audi A3 wins 2014 World Car of the Year Award
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel NEW YORK, April 17, 2014. The Audi A3 was named 2014 World Car of the Year during a press conference at the New York International Auto Show today. Another division of the Volkswagen Group captured the World Performance Car of the Year, while Mercedes walked away ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Returns to the Big Screen This Summer in Michael Bay's 'Transformers: Age of Extinction'
Brand has been involved in all four Transformers films New installment features Chevrolet Camaro, Corvette Stingray, Sonic and Trax DETROIT â Chevrolet and a Camaro that converts into the iconic Bumblebee will once again turn heads when the Transformers movie franchise returns to screens around the globe in the up ... Continue reading
GM Delivered 2.4 Million Vehicles Globally in Q1
General Motors Co. dealers delivered 2,416,028 vehicles around the world in the first quarter of 2014, up 2 percent compared with a year ago. Among GMâs top five global markets by volume, China posted the largest year-over-year sales increase, with deliveries up 13 percent to a record 919,114 units. Sales in the U ... Continue reading
>Lincoln officially introduces its brand to China today, offering an innovative ownership experience unlike any other to meet the evolving needs of todayâs Chinese luxury auto customer >Designed specifically for China customers, the brand has created The Lincoln Way â an innovative new model that shifts luxur ... Continue reading
Tailor-inspired Custom-fit Covers Protect GM Vehicles
Fussy tailors spend years honing their skills, learning how fabric draped on a body could be pinned, cut and sewn to protect the wearer and make a high-quality fashion statement. Already stylish cars and trucks like the Corvette Stingray, Cadillac ELR electrified luxury coupe, the new Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sie ... Continue reading
2014 New York Auto Show Media Preview - Day 2
By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, New York Bureau The Auto Channel (use NYAS logo) The New York Auto Show is the last big show in the annual U.S. auto show season. Sunday the Bejing Auto Show opens, which required a number of auto executives to be there instead of New York with China now being the biggest and most importa ... Continue reading
Lincoln Launches in China; Unique Offering for Today's Chinese Luxury Auto Customers
The Lincoln Motor Company: âAs a new brand entering the market in China, Lincoln has the perfect opportunity to differentiate itself by creating a new way of purchasing and owning a luxury vehicle that meets the personal needs of todayâs new luxury customer.â >Lincoln officially introduces its brand to C ... Continue reading
CarGurus (www.cargurus.com), the automotive research and shopping site, today released a study comparing regional demand for used hybrid vehicles. âNearly twenty years since the introduction of the Toyota Prius, the market for used hybrids is hitting its stride, and thatâs good for consumers looking to save s ... Continue reading
Ford Mustang turns 50 today, and enthusiasts worldwide are celebrating
More than 50,000 fans of the iconic pony car helped Ford make history by establishing the first Guinness World Records® title for the most signatures on an electronic birthday card Celebrations are taking place worldwide, including a display of the all-new Ford Mustang convertible on the observation deck of the Empi ... Continue reading
Now the Manicure Can Match the Mustang
50th anniversary of Ford Mustang inspires new OPI nail lacquer collection Limited-edition collection capturing spirit, passion and excitement of Ford Mustang will be available in U.S. stores in July Six standout hues debut, including hero color Race Red, 50 Years of Style, Queen of the Road, Girls Love Ponies, Angel wi ... Continue reading
Ford executives bring the all-new Mustang to the site of the 1964 Worldâs Fair, where the original Mustang debuted 50 years ago Hundreds of area Mustang club enthusiasts celebrate the iconic pony car, with 94 classic Mustangs on display in front of the Unisphere at Flushing Meadows Park 1967 Shelby GT500 Mustang f ... Continue reading
First Long Range, Zero-Emissions, All-Electric Bus Approved for Sales in Canada
The BYD Electric Transit Bus, making news across North America, is now approved for sale and operations in Canada after earning the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) Certification and being placed on the âVehicle Manufacturers Registryâ with Transport Canada. Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards ... Continue reading
Renault Announces New Investments in Brazil
Investments of R$ 500 million (£133 million) from 2014 to 2019 will be allocated to the development of new vehicles in the Curitiba plant An additional R$ 240 million (£64 million) over the next 10 years will support the creation of a new distribution centre to supply Renaultâs 275 outlets in Brazil and othe ... Continue reading
World Car Trends 2014 at the New York Auto Show
At a press conference hosted by the World Car Awards (WCA) at the New York International Auto Show today, an expert panel comprising 69 of the world's top automotive journalists weighed in on today's top global trends in the automotive industry. The key findings of a scientific study conducted by PRIME Research are: Ma ... Continue reading
Envisage Group invites guests to create their own bespoke car
Monaco (April 17-20, stand F2) - Envisage Group invites visitors to design their dream car with help from a world-leading design director British design consultancy Envisage Group is inviting guests to join the team on stand F2 at this yearâs Top Marques Show, where they will have the opportunity to âStep int ... Continue reading
The all-new Ford Transit Courier completes the top-to-bottom redesign and expansion of the Ford Transit range in the UK All-new Ford Transit Courier delivers 10 per cent more load volume than direct rivals New van offers class-leading safety features, cab stowage space as well as voice control connectivity with Ford SY ... Continue reading
SKODA at the 'Auto China 2014'
SKODA model campaign in China: Doubling the range to six locally produced models Heart of the brand: New Å KODA Octavia launch in China in May 2014 Å KODA range in the compact segment: Å KODA Rapid Spaceback also in China Elegant compact SUV for the city: trade fair premiere of the urban Å KODA Yeti in China Growth ... Continue reading
Volkswagen has released design sketches of the Golf R 400 concept car
Volkswagen has released design sketches of the Golf R 400 concept car, ahead of its official unveiling at the Auto China show in Beijing on 19 April. As the name suggests, the Golf R 400 is an even more extreme concept version of the already powerful Golf R hatchback, with power increased from 300 to 400 PS. As well as ... Continue reading
The Refreshed Volkswagen Touareg in Beijing
The redesigned Volkswagen Touareg has made its debut at the Auto China show in Beijing. With a refreshed styling front and rear, new features and trims and greater efficiency, Volkswagenâs rugged yet refined premium SUV is more competitive than ever. The front-end design of the Touareg features larger headlights ( ... Continue reading
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