Top 5 Summer Road Trip Tech Tips
AS TEMPERATURES CLIMB AND AMERICANS HIT THE ROAD THIS WEEKEND, MAKE SURE YOUR CAR, RV OR TOW VEHICLE IS TRAVEL-READY WITH THESE TIPS FROM RED LINE BENICIA, Calif., July 2 -- Research conducted by AAA shows that the July 4th weekend is consistently the busiest time of year for road travel in the United States, and 37.1 ... Continue reading
U.S. Automakers Look to Crossover Car Segment to Energize Sales - VIDEO STORY
DETROIT - July 2, 2009: As automobile manufacturers move through the reorganization process, companies are banking on the Crossover category to energize car sales and bring consumers back into showrooms. Due to its rising popularity, General Motors is expecting a growth of about 60% in this category by 2013. In fact, t ... Continue reading
Ford Exceeds 12,000 Scrappage Orders
Ford dealers have taken over 12,000 orders for new cars under the Government's scrappage scheme - rising by about 300 a day. ... Continue reading
Vast 35-Metre Audi 'Monument' Takes Centre Stage at Goodwood
Every year since 1997, Lord March has surprised us all with ever more vast and spectacular centrepieces for the Festival of Speed at his home, Goodwood House in West Sussex. For 2009 the latest sculptural 'monument' will be unveiled for the start of the three day Festival (3 to 5 July), which is likely to entertain a r ... Continue reading
Having made its international public debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show in March, the new Fiat 500 C, a convertible version of the iconic Fiat 500, goes on sale in the UK on Thursday 2 July - with the UK being the first market in the world to receive the vehicle. ... Continue reading
Continental Develops AutoLinQ - Infotainment and Internet Services
You have flown off on vacation, are sitting in the sun and suddenly something pops into your head: "Did I shut my car window?" If you didn't, all you can do is hope that a burglar or vandal doesn't notice the open window and that your car is safe and sound where you left it when your return home. ... Continue reading
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: In partnership with international corporations Midroc and OCAS, the Swedish Energy Agency and the Volvo Group are investing SEK 200 M in Volvoâs development of fuel cells. The investment will create around 100 new positions in the Gothenburg region within the next three years. T ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Honors Its Best Salespersons
Volkswagen presented the Volkswagen Diploma to its best international salespersons yesterday. 110 graduates of the Volkswagen International Training Center received their certificates and trophies at a ceremony held in Wolfsburg. Awards were made to Volkswagen brand salespersons from Italy, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia a ... Continue reading
Cars.com: American-Made Index Crowns Toyota the Most 'American' Manufacturer
Japanese Automaker Claims Four of 10 Spots on List CHICAGO, July 2 -- With the Fourth of July just around the corner, Cars.com has announced the rankings in its annual American-Made Index, which ranks the most-American vehicles based on percentage (by cost) of their parts that are made domestically, where they're built ... Continue reading
Hyundai Takes First Trade-In for the Government's 'Car Allowance Rebate System'
Hyundai Dealers Now Taking Eligible Trades in the 'Cash for Clunkers' Program FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 2 -- After months of debate and rounds of legislation, the wait has ended. Consumers can finally take advantage of the government's "Car Allowance Rebate System" (CARS), and Hyundai is leading the way. Katherine ... Continue reading
Accessories and Lifestyle for the New Polo
In time for the launch of the new Polo, Volkswagen Accessories presents a wide range of Genuine Accessories and the Polo collection. The products with which the company allows you to experience the Polo feeling on the road and in everyday life are trendy and sporty, precision-fitting, quality tested and premium. Just l ... Continue reading
BMW X1 Confirmed For US in 2011
Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey July 1, 2009; It was confirmed today that the BMW X1 is planned to debut in the United States in calendar year 2011. The X1 has been conceived with the flexibility to offer traditional rear-wheel drive and xDrive all-wheel drive configurations, as well as a wide variety of gasoline and diesel ... Continue reading
The Seat Ibiza Is the Most Secure Vehicle in its Segment In Great Britain
In both its 5-door and SC version, the SEAT Ibiza is still racking up distinctions. This time, the popular Spanish model has been singled out as the most secure in the 'City Car/Supermini' category with the prestigious British Insurance Vehicle Security (BIVS) Award, presented by Thatcham, the Motor Insurance Repair Re ... Continue reading
The Renault-Nissan Alliance and A2A are Collaborating on the Mass Marketing of Electric Vehicles
A memorandum of understanding to develop 'zero emission' mobility has been signed by the Renault-Nissan Alliance and Italy's A2A, an energy company that is the main electricity supplier in Lombardy. For the Renault- Nissan Alliance, this project is part of a strategy to market a full range of electric vehicles. For A2A ... Continue reading
Dacia's Adventurer - Sandero Stepway - Now Available in France
Dacia Sandero Stepway - a variant of Sandero immediately recognizable by its adventurer looks - is to be released in France, with order books opening across the network on July 15, 2009. ... Continue reading
Panamera Launch in the Growth Markets Under new Management
Right in time for the market introduction of Porsche's four-dour Gran Turismo Panamera starting in September, Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is changing the management in three growth regions. Starting 1 August 2009, the sales companies in Canada, Russia and the regional office in Miami, Florida responsible fo ... Continue reading
The MINI model family is set to welcome another new arrival. A new entry-level diesel model will be launched in September 2009 and promises to deliver exceptionally economical driving fun. The MINI One D showcases the qualities of its state-of-the-art diesel engine as part of an attractive entry-level package. ... Continue reading
Skoda Auto - Main Partner of Tour de France for Sixth Consecutive Year
The 96th Tour de France, the world's most famous cycling competition, is again going to be supported by Skoda Auto. With 20 teams on the start line, this legendary race starts on Saturday, 4 July, in Monaco and, as usual, is going to end on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. ... Continue reading
Car Industry Committed to Further CO2 Reductions
The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), supports the COAG decision to conduct an evaluation of options to lower carbon emissions from vehicles. ... Continue reading
Construction Begins at Landmark Mercedes-Benz Sydney Dealership
Construction began today on what will become the harbour city's flagship luxury car dealership. The all-new Mercedes-Benz Sydney dealership, located on O'Riordan Street in Alexandria, is a $20 million dollar project commissioned by the German car brand's Australian importer, Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd. ... Continue reading
kbb.com and Ford Launches (Not Quite Accurate) 'Cash for Clunkers' Calculator
Kelley Blue Book Provides Key Details for Federal Cash for Clunkers Program, Finding Best Next Car IRVINE, Calif., July 2 -- Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new-car and used-car information, today announces the launch of its Cash for Clunkers Calculator on its top-rated Web site, kbb.com. Using t ... Continue reading
Carmichael returns to Placerville Speedway July 4
PRESS RELEASE PLACERVILLE SPEEDWAY, PLACERVILLE, CA. FROM THE OFFICE OF HANDY RACING PROMOTIONS INC. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 , 2009 MEDIA CONTACT: BILL SULLIVAN: sullivanimages@sbcglobal.net          Placerville’s Walt Carmichael returns to the wheel for July Fourth Spectacul ... Continue reading
ART Motorsports - Press Release 02072009
Dear All, You may find attached the new Press Release (02/07/2009): "ART aim to stay on top in Beijing The Asia Racing Team (ART Motorsports) heads to Beijing for round three and four of the AFR Championship on top of the points standings and looking forward to racing again in Goldenport International Circuit. (.)" Asi ... Continue reading
CarInsurance.com Premium Index Shows Significant Decreases in Car Insurance Premiums
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla.--CarInsurance.com announced today the current trend of car insurance premiums. CarInsurance.com Premium Index (CPI) shows the national average of auto insurance premiums and it can be reviewed at http://www.carinsurance.com/Premium-Index.aspx. June saw a 5.69% drop in premiums, compared to May. ... Continue reading
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records June Sales of 15,155 - smart USA Records 1,116 Sales in June NEW YORK, July 1 -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division in the U.S. (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 16,271 units, a decline of 26.45 percent compared to June 2 ... Continue reading
Driving Pleasure at Your Fingertips: the BMW X1 - VIDEO ENHANCED
For the first time the features and qualities so typical of a BMW X model are also available in a premium vehicle in the compact segment. Indeed, the BMW X1 is entering the market with the assignment to offer the Sheer Driving Pleasure so characteristic of BMW with a new standard of quality also in this segment of the ... Continue reading
TransUnion Announces New Automotive Financing Solutions
Auto Summary and APR Estimator Will Help Balance Risk for Car Dealers and Lenders CHICAGO, July 1 -- With auto loan delinquencies rising more than 27 percent in the last year and with the already highly competitive auto industry enduring bankruptcy issues, auto dealerships and lending institutions face challenges to ke ... Continue reading
IXYS Announces Taking Delivery of the Tesla Electric Car
BIEL, Switzerland & MILPITAS, Calif.--IXYS Corporation announced that it has taken delivery of a Tesla electric vehicle (âEVâ). As part of IXYSâs global initiative to support the âCleantechâ industry and reduce its CO2 footprint, IXYS ordered the Tesla EV. IXYSâs power MOSFETs, IGBTs and b ... Continue reading
HILLSBORO, Ore.--Coulomb Technologies, the leader in charging station infrastructure, today announced that the City of Hillsboro is the first in the State of Oregon to announce plans to deploy ChargePoint⢠Networked Charging Stations for plug-in and electric vehicles. The 16 charging stations will be installed in ... Continue reading
June 2009 Auto Sales Scorecard
July 1, 2009 Reuters compiled the following U.S. sales and market shares of cars and light trucks listed by auto groups and their wholly owned subsidiaries for June versus the same year-earlier month and for the year-to-date. Percent changes are based on the daily sales rate. ... Continue reading
Some Optimism for US Auto Market with June 2009 Sales
After a yearlong free fall in the American car market, sales declines slow in June DETROIT July 1, 2009; Tom Krisher writinfg for the AP reported that after a yearlong free fall in the American car market, the decline of sales slowed in June, offering hope to automakers that the bottom has been reached and more shopper ... Continue reading
Farmers Insurance Acquisition of 21st Century Insurance Finalized
LOS ANGELES, July 1 -- The Farmers Insurance Group of Companies(R) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of 100 percent of AIG's U.S. Personal Auto Group, which includes 21st Century Insurance. In addition to 21st Century Insurance, the acquisition includes the former AIG Direct business and Agency Auto ... Continue reading
Summer Driving Tips for a Safe Traveling Season
Summer travelers can do their part by following important vehicle and driving safety tips SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 1 -- With the official start of summer underway and the Fourth of July holiday coming up, the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and California Highway Patrol (CHP) remind motorists to do their part ... Continue reading
ZoomSafer Acquires Important Safe Driving Technology Patent
RESTON, Va.--Today, ZoomSafer Inc., completed the acquisition of a patent portfolio formerly developed and owned by Melvin A. Barbera. With this transaction, ZoomSafer acquired one issued U.S. patent and a number of U.S. and foreign pending patent applications related to safe driving technology. âThis acquisition ... Continue reading
CT&T Announces Plans for U.S. Electric Vehicle Production
Global Electric Vehicle and Battery Technology Leader CT&T United to Establish Multiple Facilities in Southeast and West Coast Regions to Manufacture Affordable Line of EVs by 2010 SEOUL, South Korea, July 1 -- CT&T Company, Ltd., a global leader in Electric Vehicle (EV) technology, announced plans today for e-Zone and ... Continue reading
Insurance.com RateWatch Reports Car Insurance Prices Increased in June
6 Insurance Myths That Could Cost You a Bundle CLEVELAND, July 1 -- According to Insurance.com's RateWatch for Car Insurance, average annual auto insurance rates increased in June 2009 to $1,884 after 4 months of steadily declining rates. The moderate increase is still good news for drivers who had been paying as much ... Continue reading
More than Half of Highway Fatalities Are Related to Deficient Roadway Conditions
New Study Shows More Forgiving Roads Would Save Lives and Cut Costs; Health Experts & Transportation Leaders Urge Congressional Action WASHINGTON, July 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- More than half of U.S. highway fatalities are related to deficient roadway conditions - a substantially more lethal factor than drunk drivi ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Named a Full-Line Corporate Leader in Strategic Vision's Total Quality Index
Fourth consecutive year as a Best Full-Line Corporation HERNDON, Va., July 1 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that they have been named a corporate leader in Strategic Vision Inc.'s Total Quality Index(R) (TQI). This marks the fourth consecutive year in a row that Volkswagen of America has been honored as ... Continue reading
Trailways Outsources Fuel Management to Sokolis Group
FAIRFAX, Va.--Sokolis Group, the leading nationwide outsourced fuel management and fuel consulting company, announced today that Trailways will outsource fuel management to Sokolis Group in order to streamline its fleet fuel operations and fuel market intelligence for its group. Trailways, a motorcoach transportation f ... Continue reading
'Dispenser' Poised to Elevate Dealer Sales to New Heights
Southeastern Michigan-based firm unveils tiered lifting system capable of displaying, storing dealership vehicle inventory TROY, Mich., July 1 -- Standing out from the crowd is crucial for every automobile dealer in even the best of financial times. Rise above the competition, and the customers will come. AME Vertical ... Continue reading
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