2014 Lincoln MKZ Review by Steve Purdy +VIDEO
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Ranking rewards improvements in safety, quality and productivity WCM implementation saves Company more than $1 billion since June 2009 Chrysler Group LLC's Trenton Engine Complex (Mich.) has been awarded bronze status for its results in implementing World Class Manufacturing (WCM). Trenton becomes the fifth North Ameri ... Continue reading
A new resource is now at your fingertips when battling distracted driving. The newly redesigned DecidetoDrive.org website allows you to anonymously send safe driving tips─the "Wreckless Checklist"─to the distracted drivers in your life giving them a "heads up" about their dangerous driving habits. You provi ... Continue reading
GM's Driving Simulator Puts Super Cruise to the Test
Lightning-fast refreshing of visuals inside General Motorsâ Research Driving Simulator are helping advanced technology developers study how drivers interact with Super Cruise, the semi-automated driving system that could be in Cadillac models later this decade. The upgrades to the simulator provide realistic road ... Continue reading
Ford leverages advanced controls technology to give drag racers electronic line-lock â an industry-first performance feature standard on the all-new Ford Mustang GT Electronic line-lock will give drag racers the benefit of a mechanical system without having to modify the brakes of 2015 Mustang GT Electronic line-l ... Continue reading
Ford highlights its commitment to Chinese consumers with the introduction of the all-new Ford Escort, a stylish compact car designed with Chinese customersâ specific needs in mind Ford Everest Concept shows Fordâs vision for a medium, seven-seat off-road SUV, featuring rugged capabilities and a sleek, refined ... Continue reading
Dodge Brand's "Wisdom" a Viral Sensation
The Dodge brand is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a new video starring centenarians that debuted yesterday (Thursday, 4/16) during the New York International Auto Show and has quickly become a viral hit amassing over 4,444,714 views in less than 24 hours - surpassing the 24-hour record views previously held by ... Continue reading
Chinese Market To Get Chinese Built Jeep, Fiat and Chrysler Cars
Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A., Chrysler Group International LLC and Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC Group) today announced they have reached an agreement to expand the joint venture partnership. According to the agreement, the joint venture, GAC Fiat, will begin localized production of three new Jeep vehicles ... Continue reading
Lexus NX Makes Surprise Debut at New York Auto Show Today
The all-new Lexus NX was revealed at the 2014 New York International Automobile Show today. The new model is the brand's first entry into the luxury compact crossover segment and is the first turbo in the lineup. The sharply styled NX will be offered in naturally aspirated and hybrid powertrains. The Show will run from ... Continue reading
Jeep Brand Debuts Four Design Concept Vehicles at the Beijing Motor Show
Four Chinese-inspired design concepts push boundaries of Jeep brand Jeep Zi You Xia design concept showcases a sophisticated interpretation of the all-new Jeep Renegade Jeep Wrangler Sundancer brings premium luxury to the iconic model Jeep Cherokee Sageland and Urbane reflect distinctive Chinese inspired personalities ... Continue reading
Based on its recent analysis of the automotive carbon fiber market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Zoltek Companies, Inc. (Zoltek) with the "2013 North American Frost & Sullivan New Product Innovation Award" for its unique commercial carbon fiber, Zoltek Panex® 35. Aimed at addressing the key automotive industry challeng ... Continue reading
CarCharging Joins Nissan's "EZ-Charge" and "No Charge to Charge" Programs
Car Charging Group, Inc. (OTCQB: CCGI) ("CarCharging"), a nationwide provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging services announced that the company has joined Nissan's EZ-Charge(SM) and "No Charge to Charge" programs. Nissan is rolling out the "No Charge to Charge" promotion, which provides two years of no-fee charging ... Continue reading
2015 Lexus NX Compact Crossover Introduces First Twin Scroll Turbo Charger
BEIJING April 20, 2014; With the addition of two exhaust gas inlets and two nozzles, Lexus welcomes its first twin scroll turbo charger to its powertrain family at the 2014 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The all-new Lexus NX compact crossover offers the brandâs first gasoline turbo engine in the NX 2 ... Continue reading
Tokyo, Apr 21, 2014; Acura today exhibited the China premiere of the RLX hybrid version equipped with the Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling - All Wheel Drive) system, at the 13th Beijing International Automobile Exhibition (Auto China 2014, press day: April 20, 2014, public days: April 21-29, 2014). Unveiling RLX Spo ... Continue reading
Hitachi to Deliver the World's Fastest Ultra-High-Speed Elevators
Tokyo, Apr 21, 2014; Hitachi, Ltd. and Hitachi Elevator (China) Co., Ltd. ("HELC") today announced that they will deliver the world's fastest ultra-high-speed elevators with a speed of 1,200 m/min (72 km/h) to the Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre (530 meters tall), a mixed-use skyscraper currently under construction in Gua ... Continue reading
Bridgestone to Build Passenger Car Tire Plant in Russia
Tokyo, Apr 14, 2014; JCN reported that Bridgestone Corporation broke ground this month at the planned site of a new passenger car radial tire plant in Ulyanovsk Oblast, Russia. The plant is expected to start production in the first half of 2016. The plant will produce passenger car radial tires such as winter tires for ... Continue reading
INFICON Sees Growth In Automotive Airbag Production And Leak Testing
Car makers and their suppliers are facing new passive-restraint safety requirements coupled with an ongoing need to reduce costs and improve the quality of component testing. In the U.S., 50 percent of all vehicles under a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds built after Sept. 14 will be required to meet new side-impa ... Continue reading
Tips for Hybrids, Plug-in Hybrids, and Electric Vehicles
WASHINGTON--April 21, 2014: fueleconomy.gov has some great recommendations. Many of the gas-saving driving and maintenance tips for conventional vehicles also apply to hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and all-electric vehicles (EVs). However, here are some additional tips that may help you improve the fuel economy of these ad ... Continue reading
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