Calling All LEAF Owners: Nissan Supports Second Annual National Plug In Day
Nissan LEAF owners throughout the United States are gearing up for the second annual National Plug In Day on Sept. 23. This nationwide celebration of electric vehicles involves a variety of events planned in more than 60 cities across the country, with activities including electric car parades, ride-and-drives, music, ... Continue reading
New York City Approves Nissan as Exclusive Taxi Provider
In a majority vote today, New York City's Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) officially approved regulations requiring the replacement of retiring taxicab vehicles with the Nissan NV200 Taxi of Tomorrow. This milestone, which officially makes the NV200 the taxicab of New York City, comes after a rigorous review and co ... Continue reading
SAE International Announces Slate of October Automotive Engineering Seminars in China
Drivetrain, all-wheel drive and project management are just a few of the topics that will be featured in SAE International's October professional development courses to be held in China. The seminars include: 15-16 October -- "A Familiarization of Drivetrain Components" (SAITC Motor Training Center): Designed to help a ... Continue reading
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2013 BMW 328i - Henny's Real Road Test:
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel MUNICH, Germany, September 19, 2012; By the end of last year, BMWâs latest 3 Series took the media by storm. Not surprisingly so, as the Germans had the nerve to present the sixth generation for driving impressions not only on public roads, but also on a race ... Continue reading
Hyundai Hope On Wheels, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, alongside Hyundai Motor America executives, congressional leaders and local children's hospitals, held a press conference today as part of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Its purpose was to celebrate the achievements of the Hope On Wheels third ann ... Continue reading
The increase in new-vehicle retail sales in September is consistent with the expected 12 percent retail sales annual increase in 2012 from 2011, according to a monthly sales forecast developed by J.D. Power and Associates' Power Information Network (PIN) and LMC Automotive. Retail Light-Vehicle Sales September new-vehi ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Canada today announced the launch of First Class Insurance, an automobile insurance plan designed exclusively for Mercedes-Benz drivers. This unique and comprehensive program will be the first of its kind in Canada, and the only branded auto insurance program sponsored by a luxury autom ... Continue reading
Liberty Electric Cars Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Green Automotive Company (OTC:GACR), announced today that late last month it renewed its contract with one of America's largest truck manufacturers to provide all aftermarket warranty support to its key electric vehicle (EV) customers in Europe. Pursuant to the n ... Continue reading
World-class wines, automobiles and art converge on October 20 when General Motors and Cadillac present "The Art of Wine," the 31st Annual Detroit International Wine Auction (DIWA). The event, which benefits Detroit's College for Creative Studies, will be held for the first time at the GM Design Center. Chairing the auc ... Continue reading
Although reported fuel economy and quality improve for medium-duty trucks, the impact on satisfaction with new engines meeting the 2010 EPA emission regulations is negligible even as fuel prices rise, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 U.S. Medium-Duty Truck Customer Satisfaction StudySM released today. ... Continue reading
BMW Manufacturing Recognized for Export Success at South Carolina Plant
BMW Manufacturing Co. announced today that the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ) recognized the company as its Exporter of the Year. In addition, the NAFTZ recognized BMW as the recipient of its Export Achievement Award for being the member that showed the most improvement in value. ... Continue reading
Gilt.com to Exclusively Offer a 2013 Jaguar XJL Ultimate Model in Polaris White
Gilt.com, an innovative online shopping experience, and luxury auto manufacturer Jaguar, announced a partnership today to sell the all-new 2013 Jaguar XJL Ultimate, in Polaris White exterior with Jet Black interior trim, on September 21 at 12pm ET on Gilt.com. The sale of the Jaguar XJL Ultimate will also include an ... Continue reading
Pricing Announced For 2013 Toyota Yaris
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 18, 2012 â Toyota Motor Sales announces a pricing increase on the 2013 Yaris subcompact that went into production on Sept. 3. Changes in feature content for Yaris L include Tech Audio as standard equipment. Tech Audio includes AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability and MP3 sound e ... Continue reading
instaVIN Extends 49 Cent NMVTIS Vehicle History Reports for California Dealers
instaVIN (instaVIN.com/dealerbundles) today announces the extended availability to California auto dealers, access to NMVTIS vehicle history reports from instaVIN for just $.49 each. This is the industry's best price for a full Vehicle history report including NMVTIS data. instaVIN History Reports replace the need for ... Continue reading
Fueleconomy.gov's "My Trip Calculator": Plan Your Route, Pick Your Car, and Estimate Your Fuel Cost
Fueleconomy.gov's "My Trip Calculator": Plan Your Route, Pick Your Car, and Estimate Your Fuel Cost Just in time for Fall weekend getaways, fueleconomy.gov's newest tool-"My Trip Calculator"-is an interactive trip calculator and mapping tool that helps you plan your route, pick your car, and estimate your fuel cost for ... Continue reading
Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. today introduced five high-integration products for the Factory Automation and Automotive markets that dramatically improve operating efficiencies and reduce costs. Maxim also announced it has collaborated with two firms to produce a reference design for a highly integrated telehealth fi ... Continue reading
Grakon Interior Lighting Revealed During Presentation of the New Volvo FH
Grakon is pleased to announce the introduction of a complete new interior lighting system that has been designed and developed for the new Volvo FH. This system was presented to the press on the 5th of September 2012. 'The cooperation between Volvo and Grakon during the design and development of this project has not ... Continue reading
Heels on Wheels - 2013 Acura RDX Review
MORE INFO Acura Buyes Guide Perfect New Car Match HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE RDX VEHICLE The Acura RXD is a performance-minded small crossover, with the interior exuding an air of luxury not evident in now-trending competitors. This model year received a much-ne ... Continue reading
3rd Annual SAE International and NFPA Electric Vehicle Safety Standards Summit Slated for Oct. 18
While advances in electric vehicle and hybrid technologies help to create new opportunities in how we power our vehicles, they also can present new challenges. These include safety issues, including fire and electrical hazards. SAE International and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will co-host the 3rd A ... Continue reading
Heel on Wheels- 2012 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Review
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE SONATA VEHICLE The racy redesign undertaken a couple model years back shot the Hyundai Sonata straight to the top as one of the best-selling mid-size sedans on the market. Throw in more luxurious features and blindsiding turbo speed fo ... Continue reading
Motorsports Brands - Weekend Full Of Wins For Roush Yates Engines
Mooresville, Sep. 17, 2012: Ricky Stenhouse Jr. made a statement Saturday night in the NASCAR Nationwide Series, finishing first in the Dollar General 300 and leaving Chicagoland Speedway (Joliet, IL) with the series championship points lead. Stenhouse crossed the finish line 2.4 seconds ahead of second-place Kyle Busc ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venue - The Gauntlet Announces Open House; Grand Opening Soon
HICKORY, Sep. 19, 2012: The Gauntlet, a brand new indoor go-karting facility nestled in Hickory, North Carolina will host an open house tomorrow, September 20 through next Wednesday, September 26 from 1:00 p.m. â 9:00 p.m. daily, they announced today. The Gauntlet encourages all racing enthusiasts to come out to t ... Continue reading
SCCA Runoffs - Provisional Polesitters Set In 12 Classes Tuesday At Road America
ELKHART LAKE, Sep. 19, 2012: Twelve drivers will go to sleep Tuesday night as provisional polesitters following the opening day of the 49th SCCA National Championship Runoffs® at Road America. It was a cool, yet sunny day built for speed, with seven different drivers setting event qualifying records. Ten classes ran ... Continue reading
Ford Emphasis on Quality Parts Sees Focus Top World Sales Chart
The Ford brand has long been associated with a number of factors important to motorists. For starters, Ford cars are often considered very reliable. The manufacturer has been responsible for a host of classic designs, and the technological developments and eco-friendly developments of recent years have helped Ford move ... Continue reading
Nationwide - Pemberton To Crew Chief Patrick At Kentucky
MOORESVILLE, Sep. 19, 2012: JR Motorsports director of competition, Ryan Pemberton, will serve as interim crew chief for the No. 7 GoDaddy.com team and driver Danica Patrick this weekend in the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Kentucky Speedway, general manager Kelley Earnhardt-Miller confirmed today. Earnhardt-Miller ... Continue reading
Heels on Wheels - 2012 Kia Rio 5-door Review
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE RIO VEHICLE The Kia Rio, available as a sedan or five-door hatchback (Rio5), makes a mark in every desirable compact car category with the 2012 models that offer all-new fuel-saving technologies, class-leading horsepower, sporty design ... Continue reading
BMW Economics: BMW 3 Series Is Crowned What Car? Green Car Of The Year 2012
The new BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Saloon has fought off tough competition to once again be crowned Best Executive Car of the Year at the What Car? Green Awards 2012, going on to top the field and be awarded the prestigious accolade of Green Car of the Year. ... Continue reading
Ford Mondeo Named Greenest Family Car By What Car? Again
The Ford Mondeo has been declared the UK's greenest family car by What Car? for the second year running. ... Continue reading
Search For Spectres At Beaulieu Abbey 31st October & 2nd November 2012
On the 31st October and 2nd November 2012 join the Hampshire Ghost Club as they embark on a paranormal investigation within the grounds of the Beaulieu attraction, in historic 13th century Beaulieu Abbey, the site of many spooky spectre sightings. ... Continue reading
Bentley Checks In With Signature Suite At St. Regis Hotel New York
Bentley Motors and the St. Regis Hotel New York are delighted to announce the debut of a one-of-a-kind hotel suite at the iconic Manhattan landmark. ... Continue reading
Team Lotus And Alpine Revealed As Race Retro 2013's Chosen Marques
Race Retro will honour the motorsport legacy of racing's Team Lotus and the rallying success of Alpine as its chosen marques when it returns to Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th February 2013. ... Continue reading
Nissan today unveiled the all-new 100% electric Panel Van version e-NV200 Concept, decorated with Nissan and FedEx graphics and logos, at the 64th IAA Commercial Vehicle International Motor Show in Hanover. ... Continue reading
MINI Adds Cooper Variants to Coupe and Roadster Line-Up
MINI Australia today announced two new entry engine variants for its two-seater range, the MINI Cooper Coupe and MINI Cooper Roadster, which arrive in Australia in November. ... Continue reading
Safe and Efficient Driving in Tomorrow's Cities
The trend towards urbanisation shows no signs of slowing. Today, more and more people lead urban-centred lives ... Continue reading
Peugeot has released its all-new 208 range which combines style, value for money with a welcome return to Peugeot dynamic handling DNA ... Continue reading
Nissan Welcomes New Competition to V8 Supercars
Nissan Australia welcomes the announcement of a fourth automotive marque joining the V8 Supercars grid from next season. ... Continue reading
Renault Releases New Koleos Bose Special Edition
Renault Australia has today added to its Koleos line-up with the introduction of the new Koleos Bose Special Edition. ... Continue reading
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