Two New MINI Vehicles To Premiere At Pebble Beach
Woodcliff Lake, NJâ August 18, 2011 â MINI fans in the US will have their first chance to see two exciting and very different, new MINI vehicles at the world-famous Pebble Beach Concours dâElegance in California this week. Both vehicles can be found at the MINI Display, located at the intersection of Ped ... Continue reading
2012 Kia Soul Priced Under $14,000
Kia Motors America, Inc. (KMA) today announced pricing for the more powerful and fuel-efficient 2012 Soul will begin at a best-in-class(1) $13,900 MSRP(2) while the Soul A/T starts at $15,700(3). The funky urban passenger vehicle's highest trim level Soul! (Exclaim) starts under $20,000(3) and delivers refined and mode ... Continue reading
Big Data: What's Ahead for Mobile Entertainment
Medio Systems, the leading provider of mobile predictive analytics, announced today that Rovio Entertainment Ltd., the creator of Angry Birds, will adopt Medio technology to enhance fan engagement for Rovio's popular games across all consumer platforms, including Google Chrome, Android devices and Apple's iPhone and iP ... Continue reading
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Market Review of Heavy Trucks - Forecasts to 2015" report to their offering. 'Global Market Review of Heavy Trucks - Forecasts to 2015' This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the heavy trucks sector, its manufacturers, top markets, t ... Continue reading
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Impact of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles on the Electric Industry - 4th Edition" report to their offering. 'The Impact of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles on the Electric Industry - 4th Edition' The 4th Edition of The Impact of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicl ... Continue reading
Supplying Chrysler - Detailed Analysis of this Revitalised Automaker's Procurement Strategies
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Supplying Chrysler" company profile to their offering. The Supplying Chrysler Report provides detailed analysis of this revitalised automaker's procurement strategies. The report assesses the financials of the company and goes on to provide a thorough analysis of ... Continue reading
2012 Toyota Yaris Opens New Chapter in the Model's Success Story +VIDEO
LONDON - August 19, 2011: The current Yaris won praise for its roomy interior, durability and versatility, the efficiency of its engines and its easy-to-drive character around town. New Yaris will consolidate these strengths and go further to offer sharper, contemporary styling, a step-up in quality, even greater agili ... Continue reading
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Advanced Automotive Energy Storage Report - 2011 Edition" report to their offering. 'Advanced Automotive Energy Storage Report - 2011 Edition' The 2011 edition of this report discusses the key issues currently facing the advanced automotive energy storage sector. ... Continue reading
Polaris, Maker of ATVs, Announces Changes in Leadership Team
Polaris Industries Inc. today announced several organizational changes designed to align its leadership team with the company's long term strategic objectives. Polaris growth outlook is exceptionally strong, supported by the recent success and strategic expansion of its product offerings and global footprint. These mov ... Continue reading
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global market review of starter motors and alternators - forecasts to 2026" report to their offering. Global market review of starter motors and alternators - forecasts to 2026 This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the OE starter motors an ... Continue reading
Edsel Bryant Ford's 1934 Model 40 Special Speedster Debuts at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
It has grace, style and a 77-year history shrouded in mystery that has intrigued automotive collectors, enthusiasts and writers worldwide. Edsel Ford's restored 1934 Model 40 Special Speedster was unveiled today by Lincoln and the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House at The Lodge, Pebble Beach in Monterey County, Calif. It will ... Continue reading
WHAT: John and Helen Taylor, known as the world's most fuel efficient couple holding 88 world records, will host a media teleconference following the completion of their record-setting fuel efficiency tour across the 48 contiguous states in Las Vegas on Tuesday, August 23. Since starting their drive on August 1 in Los ... Continue reading
Aviation - FAA, EASA Certify Boeing 747-8 Freighter
Seattle, August 19, 2011: Boeing has received FAA and EASA certification for the new 747-8 Freighter, passing two of the final landmarks on the airplane's journey to entry into service. The FAA granted Boeing an Amended Type Certificate (ATC) and an Amended Production Certificate for the 747-8 Freighter, while the EASA ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Roush Fenway Continues To Build Home Track Success
BROOKLYN, Aug. 19, 2011: They call it âThe House of Roushâ� and no track on the NASCAR circuit has been more successful for the Roush Fenway Racing organization than Michigan International Speedway (MIS). The organizationâs 21 wins at the two-mile moderate-banked D-shaped superspeedway located in th ... Continue reading
Aviation - Northrop Grumman Fire Scout Completes Successful At-Sea Deployment
San Diego, Aug. 19, 2011: The Northrop Grumman Corporation -built MQ-8B Fire Scout Vertical Takeoff Unmanned Aerial Vehicle was credited with providing critical intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) support to special operations forces and U.S. Navy anti-piracy actions during the system's second at-sea de ... Continue reading
Four free stock picks are being made available today on Zacks.com. The industry's leading independent research firm highlights one Zacks #1 Rank Strong Buy or a Zacks #2 Rank Buy stock for each of the four main styles of investing: Aggressive Growth, Growth & Income, Momentum, and Value. The four highlighted picks are: ... Continue reading
Grand Am Prototypes - GAINSCO Top Practice Standings
MONTREAL, August 18, 2011: GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing and Alex Gurney paced opening practice Thursday at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve for Saturdayâs Montreal 200 with a top lap time of 1:33.706 (104.074 mph) in the No. 99 GAINSCO Auto Insurance Chevrolet Riley. The timed two-hour Montreal 200 sprint is scheduled to ... Continue reading
MotoGP - Young Americans Get Moto2 Chance
Indianapolis, August 18, 2011: Promising young American riders JD Beach and Jake Gagne will compete in the Moto2 class, the final step before the premier MotoGP class, in the Red Bull Indianapolis GP on Aug. 26-28 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Beach, a 19-year-old native of Snoqualmie, Wash., will replace Tommaso ... Continue reading
MotoGP - Elena Myers To Test Suzuki MotoGP At Indy
INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 18, 2011: AMA SuperSport racer Elena Myers will turn several laps on the Suzuki GSV-R MotoGP bike Thursday, Aug. 25 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on the eve of the Red Bull Indianapolis GP. Myers' laps are scheduled for 4 p.m. (ET) on the 16-turn, 2.621-mile road course. The Red Bull Indianapoli ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Market Review of Electric Vehicles - Forecasts to 2017
DUBLIN--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Market Review of Electric Vehicles - Forecasts to 2017" report to their offering. 'Global Market Review of Electric Vehicles - Forecasts to 2017' This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the electric vehicles sector, its manufa ... Continue reading
South Miami FIAT Opens in Florida
Chrysler Group LLC announced today the opening of South Miami FIAT in Miami, Fla. South Miami FIAT joins more than 100 open FIAT Studios across the United States. A three-month renovation project transformed this former used car dealership into a striking new FIAT Studio at 17220 South Dixie Highway. ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Market Review of Shock Absorbers - Forecasts to 2026
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global market review of shock absorbers - forecasts to 2026" report to their offering. Global market review of shock absorbers - forecasts to 2026 This latest just-auto report offers a global review of the OE shock absorbers sector, its suppliers, top markets, tec ... Continue reading
Global Ground Automation (GGA), a Rearden Commerce company, today announced a partnership with UK-based BTR, an independent ground transportation outsourcing service. Fulfilling the ground transportation needs of GGA clients with offices across Europe and Asia, the partnership will enable GGA to provide its clients wit ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - JDRF Unveils Groovy Car
DEARBORN, Aug. 18, 2011: Seven-year-old Katie Hahn of Omaha, Neb. used every crayon in the box when she created her entry for the âJDRF Race Car Design Contest,â� hosted by the Ford Customer Service Division (FCSD) and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). She named it âDriving Our Way t ... Continue reading
Swiss Artist Dante Arrives in Pebble Beach to Debut Golden Ferrari 250 GTO Sculpture
Award-winning Swiss artist Dante has arrived on the Monterey Peninsula to unveil a sculpture of the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO as part of a special American premiere. "This week, I fulfill a dream by introducing my work during the world famous Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance," said Dante. The artists' sculpture will be ... Continue reading
Grand Am GT - Segal Ready For Montreal
MONTREAL, August 18, 2011: With a pair of second-place finishes and a third-place showing already in the books this season, reigning GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series GT champion Jeff Segal, his co-champion teammate Emil Assentato and the No. 69 FXDD/SpeedSource Mazda RX-8 GT team, will be shooting for nothing short of ... Continue reading
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global market review of automotive roof systems - forecasts to 2026" report to their offering. Global market review of automotive roof systems - forecasts to 2026 This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the automotive roof systems sector, it ... Continue reading
Infiniti JX 7 Passenger Concept Makes World Debut at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance +VIDEO
The Infiniti JX Concept, a preview of an innovative new 7-passenger/3-row luxury crossover that joins the Infiniti lineup in spring 2012, made its world debut last evening at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The JX Concept was unveiled by Senior Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura prior to its ... Continue reading
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Supplying HCV OEMs Report 2011" report to their offering. This new report examines the current state of the HCV industry looking at the level of market recovery following the economic crisis. The report analyses the key drivers currently affecting the industry, in ... Continue reading
Textar Evolutionary epad Redefines Clean, Quiet Braking Performance
TMD Friction Launches the Next Generation of Brake Friction Technology TMD Friction launches globally the Textar epad concept, a genuine evolution in brake friction technology, delivering combined performance and comfort characteristics never before available effectively in one product. As well as the performance expec ... Continue reading
Issues With Headrests Are the Leading Seat Problem for New-Vehicle Owners says J.D. Power
While relatively few new-vehicle owners indicate having experienced a problem with their vehicle seats, those who do most often cite headrest adjustment controls as the source of the problem, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2011 U.S. Seat Quality and Satisfaction Study(SM) released today. Only 6.2 percent of ... Continue reading
Subaru Pricing for 2012 Impreza
2012 subaru Impreza price starting at just $17,495 for the base model 4-door Impreza 2.0i with a five-speed manual transmission, the car's starting price remains unchanged compared with last year's. The automatic version, offered exclusively with Subaru's newly designed continuously variable transmission (CVT) starts a ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Remains on Track With Vehicle Deliveries
The Volkswagen Group grew worldwide deliveries further in the period from January to July, handing over 4.75 (January - July 2010: 4.16; +14.4 percent)* million vehicles to customers. Europe's largest automaker therefore once again performed noticeably better than the world market (+5.5 percent). July was also a very s ... Continue reading
Lexus Unveils 2013 Lexus GS 350
Lexus today held the world premiere unveiling of the 2013 "GS 350" here at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The all-new GS 350, due for launch in early 2012âand with GS hybrid and GS "F-Sport" versions also in the pipeline, is a pioneer characterizing the future of Lexus. GS 350 (U.S.-market version) The fund ... Continue reading
Citroen & Arsenal Extend Partnership
New deal signed as 2011/12 Barclays Premier League Season kicks off ... Continue reading
Ford Safety Research Shows UK Motorists Are Driven To Distraction
A Ford survey of British motorists reveals a lack of confidence behind the wheel. ... Continue reading
Singapore Businessman Peter Lim Invests In Mclaren Automotive
McLaren Automotive, the new high-performance sports car company based at the McLaren Group headquarters in the UK, today announces that Singapore-based businessman Peter Lim has completed a significant investment in the company. Lim, a successful business leader and philanthropist in Singapore, joins the McLaren Automo ... Continue reading
Urban Electric Mobility From Smart - Now Also On Two Wheels
The smart ebike is going into series production. With this step smart as a pioneer of local emission-free electric mobility is expanding its e-product portfolio ... Continue reading
Kia To Unveil Four-Door Sports Sedan Concept At Frankfurt Motor Show
Powerful, dynamic and forward-looking, Kia's new concept car signals the company's distinctive new design direction. This rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan marries sleek and muscular proportions with a sophisticated and elegant four-seater cockpit. ... Continue reading
Toyota Enthusiasts Club Celebrates 20 Years
In 1991 Nik Ellis and Bob Willis, two young men with a shared appreciation of Toyota models of the 1970s, founded the Toyota Enthusiasts Club (TEC). Last weekend TEC celebrated its 20th anniversary in fine style, with a display of around 45 vehicles at its annual meeting, including modern classics and rare conversions. ... Continue reading
Un-Named Four-Door Concept Sets New Direction for Kia at 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show +VIDEO
FRANKFURT - August 19, 2011: Powerful, dynamic and forward-looking, Kia's new concept car signals the company's distinctive new design direction. This rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan marries sleek and muscular proportions with a sophisticated and elegant four-seater cockpit. "No matter from which perspective yo ... Continue reading
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