NADA and NAMAD Question CFPB's Approach in Its Guidance on Auto Lending
The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD) issued the following statement today in response to the guidance from the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding dealer-assisted financing: "The guidance issued by the CFPB today attempts ... Continue reading
Eaton and Navistar Develop New, Fuel Friendly UltraShift PLUS Transmissions
Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton has launched a new family of UltraShift PLUS transmissions designed exclusively for Navistar to maximize fuel efficiency in linehaul applications. To be co-released by the two companies, the new 16-speed direct drive automated mechanical transmissions are designed with a small ... Continue reading
Shelby American President to Keynote at National Automotive Technology Competition Awards Ceremony
Shelby American President John Luft will deliver the keynote address at the National Automotive Technology Competition Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, April 3 in the Special Events Hall at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center at 1 p.m. Luft will join the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association's (GNYADA) preside ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Commercial Solutions Introduces Three New Fuel-Efficient Firestone Truck Tires
Bridgestone Commercial Solutions, a business of Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, today at the Mid-America Trucking Show unveiled three new Firestone-brand commercial truck tires for regional to long-haul use as part of the company's commitment to supporting drivers and small fleet owners with innovative, fuel-savi ... Continue reading
Kenworth Launches New T880 Vocational Truck
Kenworth today launched the new Kenworth T880 vocational truck at the annual Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. The new Kenworth T880 builds upon Kenworth's heritage of quality, innovation and technology to produce industry-leading, rugged and reliable vocational trucks,' said Gary Moore, PACCAR vice ... Continue reading
2013.5 Chrysler 200 S Special Edition accelerates the successful relationship with Carhartt, which started with an exclusive made in the USA Carhartt/Imported from Detroit clothing line in November With more than 210 years combined manufacturing and business experience in greater Detroit, Carhartt and Chrysler know the ... Continue reading
RADD Teams with Northern California Colleges
The Sacramento State University and the UC Davis campuses are proactively educating and engaging their students to promote the concept and importance of sober driving. This is especially relevant as spring break approaches for both campuses, starting March 20 until April 1. Many students on these campuses have family t ... Continue reading
Nissan And Gibson Combine Forces With NV200 Mobile Guitar Workshop
Gibson and Nissan have combined their respective expertise in professional music and practical, small business vehicles to create the Gibson NV200 Mobile Repair & Restoration Van. The van acts as a mobile guitar repair shop, serving the needs of both working musicians and casual pickers and can service major music mark ... Continue reading
Powerful news from Volvo Trucks in North America
'We are proud to introduce a truly premium heavy-haul tractor, which combines an extremely powerful integrated powertrain with the safety and comfort features drivers desire' A new heavy-haul tractor, a 13-litre engine running on liquefield natural gas, the introduction of Volvo I-Shift as standard throughout the produ ... Continue reading
Toyota will stage the world debut of the all-new 2014 Highlander mid-size SUV at a press conference at the 2013 New York Auto Show. The press conference will be held on Wednesday, March 27, at 9:10 a.m. Eastern Time in the Galleria Level 4 at the Jacob Javits Center. ... Continue reading
VIPAR Heavy Duty and Accuride Announce New Three-Year Agreement
VIPAR Heavy Duty and Accuride Corporation jointly announced today the completion of a new three year agreement. Under the agreement, VIPAR Heavy Duty will offer Accuride Wheels, Gunite wheel-end components and Imperial Group products. 'VIPAR Heavy Duty has had a long term relationship with Accuride Corporation in the U ... Continue reading
Honda Civic Tour Launches 'Guess the 2013 Headliner' Sweepstakes
To kick-off the 12th year of the Honda Civic Tour, Honda is asking fans to guess this year's tour headliner for the opportunity to meet the act in person. Starting March 21 at 9:00 am ET and running through April 1, fans can enter the 'Guess the 2013 Headliner' sweepstakes on the Honda Civic Tour Facebook page . Additi ... Continue reading
New-vehicle salesremain strong in March, as both the light-vehicle retail selling rate and the total light-vehicle rate are consistent with February's performance at 12.1 million units and 15.3 million units, respectively, according to a monthly sales forecast developed by J.D. Power and Associates' Power Information N ... Continue reading
Antonio Lasaga Appointed Infiniti Global Head of Human Resources
Antonio Lasaga (40) has been appointed General Manager, Global Head of Infiniti Human Resources effective March 1. In this role, he is responsible for all Infiniti HR matters globally with a specific focus on talent acquisition and talent management in order to support the company's growth plans. He is based at Infinit ... Continue reading
Ford is matching 12 of its purchasing teams and 30 of its Tier 1 purchasing teams with qualified Michigan suppliers, which can help spur economic growth and increase jobs in the state Ford-hosted matchmaking summit is first of its type for OEMs; Ford has successful history of bringing together suppliers and small busin ... Continue reading
TravelCenters of America LLC (TravelCenters) operator of the TA and Petro Stopping Centers travel center brands, is once again leading the charge in professional driver health and wellness. The new, free --Get Moving. StayFit.-- Program helps drivers focus on nutrition and physical fitness. TravelCenters developed --Ge ... Continue reading
Today, legislation passed by Congress to fund the federal government for the remainder of FY 2013 represents a major milestone in MADD's efforts to eliminate drunk driving. This legislation, expected to be signed into law by President Obama, fully funds MADD's three-point program for eliminating drunk driving deaths an ... Continue reading
In 2013, The New York Auto Show features more 'special attractions' for visitors to enjoy than ever before including an all-new Motorsports, Motorcycles and Accessories area on Level 4. The Show's outdoor ride-a-long program includes Camp Jeep New York and an expanded Electric Vehicle Pavilion which features a range ... Continue reading
Put Your Tax Refund to Work; Invest in Your Vehicle
How will you spend your tax refund? Another flat-screen TV? An iPad? Clothes? The Car Care Council has a better idea for your money: spend it on your second biggest investment, your car. "Whether it's an oil change, replacing brakes or new belts and hoses, that periodic repair bill is a drop in the bucket compared to m ... Continue reading
New York City Boasts Highest Car Rental Rates in the USA
New York City is more expensive than any other city when it comes to the price of renting a car. That's the finding of a new survey from CheapCarRental.net. The survey compared 50 destinations in the United States based on their car rental rates over the past 12 months. In New York City, travelers had to pay an average ... Continue reading
Ford Commercial Vehicles Power Ahead With Two More Awards
Ford has claimed a double victory at the 2013 Trade Van Driver (TVD) Awards, with the highly acclaimed Ford Transit Custom and Ford Ranger pick-up receiving top honours. ... Continue reading
Porsche 911 To Be Celebrated At 2013 Goodwood Festival Of Speed
Goodwood is honouring one of the world's most versatile and popular sports cars - the Porsche 911 - with the main Central Feature at the 2013 Festival of Speed from 11-14 July. ... Continue reading
Bentley's Speed Machines Primed For Goodwood's Famous Hill
Bentley will unleash some of its fastest and most powerful cars at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed in July. ... Continue reading
New Jaguar XFR-S Makes World Dynamic Debut At Goodwood
The new Jaguar XFR-S made its global dynamic debut on the famous Goodwood Hill today ... Continue reading
E.ON Powers Ahead With Toyota Hybrids
Energy company E.ON has chosen the Toyota Auris Hybrid for its Venues and Events teams across the country. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Unveils Images of its Luxury Sports Coupe Concept HND-9
Hyundai Motor Company, the fastest-growing automaker by brand, today unveiled exterior renderings of the HND-9, its latest luxury sports coupe concept. ... Continue reading
Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid a finalist for the World Green Car of the Year
The world's first diesel plug-in hybrid - the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid - will make its American display debut and take centre stage at the New York International Auto Show. ... Continue reading
Now Even More Reasons to Drive Hyundai ix35
Hyundai Motor Company Australia will extend the award-winning ix35 range with the addition of the highly acclaimed 2.0-litre R-series CRDi engine to the feature-packed SE (Special Edition) line-up. ... Continue reading
Make Getting Back to Work Your Goal, Says Paralympian
Paralympian Jack Swift met with Ford Broadmeadows employees today as part of a mission to highlight the physical, mental and social benefits of returning to work after injury. ... Continue reading
VACC Executive Director Says More Government Intervention will Help Small Businesses Survive
VACC Executive Director, David Purchase, used his speech at the VACC President's Dinner last night in Melbourne, to tell black tie guests that he does not subscribe to the mantra that the market place should always decide. ... Continue reading
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