E85 Conversion and Retrofit, Ohio BioSystems Cooperative. Electric Vehicles enhanced Electric Vehicles; Plug-ins, Electric Hybrids augmented with on board internal combustion engines powered by CNG, Propane, Ethanol; Bio-diesel, Fuel Cells; Hydrogen and/or whatever great minds can come up with, designed to meet the dri ... Continue reading
Buick Unveils 2010 LaCrosse in Live Internet eVent - COMPLETE VIDEO
DETROIT - June 22, 2009: Buick is conducting an innovative LIVE Internet introduction for the media of it's new 2010 LaCrosse. TheAutoChannel.com will be presenting the information for all interested persons as fast as we can. Click on the following videos for background information on the 2010 LaCrosse. ... Continue reading
Continental Products Used Extensively in the New Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Camera-based Adaptive Highbeam Assist, engine management with integrated stop-start function, multi-contour active seat control: Every division of this international automotive supplier is involved in the new Mercedes E-Class AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 22 -- Continental, the international automotive supplier, is contrib ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Receives 2008 Supplier of the Year Award from General Motors Corp.
MILWAUKEE, June 22 -- Johnson Controls Power Solutions received the highly coveted 2008 Supplier of the Year Award from General Motors Corporation at the 17th annual awards presentation at the GM Heritage Center in Warren, Michigan, based on performance in the areas of quality, service, technology and price. (Logo: htt ... Continue reading
Motorcycle Riders Foundation Urges Congress to Swiftly Pass 'Right to Repair'
Legislation Protects Individual Vehicle Ownership Rights Today and in the Future BETHESDA, Md., June 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Motorcycle Riders Foundation strongly supports the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (HR 2057) and urges Congress to swiftly pass the legislation in order to safeguard individua ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. Receives Certificate of Achievement for Quality
NORTHVILLE, Michigan, June 19 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. ("Hayes" or the "Company") announced today that its subsidiary, Hayes Lemmerz Werke GmbH, which operates the Company's Konigswinter, Germany facility, has received a certificate of achievement from DAF Trucks N.V. and Leyland Trucks, both divisions of P ... Continue reading
Campaign Introduces All New 2010 Ninth Generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan and Coupe MONTVALE, N.J., June 22 -- As the all-new 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class goes on sale today at dealerships across the country, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is rolling out its biggest marketing launch in recent years to herald the arrival o ... Continue reading
IndyCar Series Notes - June 22, 2009
Bonus points keep Briscoe in the points lead: Ryan Briscoe has led the most laps by wide margins in the past three IndyCar Series races and what does he have to show for it? Runner-up finishes in each of those events. Still, Briscoe leads the championship chase by three points over two-time race winner Dario Franchitti ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Tiguan and CC Receive Consumers' Top Rated Vehicle Awards From Edmunds.com
HERNDON, Va., June 22 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today both the Tiguan and CC have earned Consumers' Top Rated Vehicle Awards from Edmunds.com. Edmunds.com is an online automotive research organization that provides complete, accurate and unbiased automotive information used to help consumers make informe ... Continue reading
Hyundai Elantra Earns Highest Initial Quality Ranking in its Segment FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 22 -- J.D. Power and Associates announced today that Hyundai is the highest ranked non-premium nameplate in the 2009 Initial Quality Study(SM) (IQS) and is ranked fourth among all nameplates. Hyundai owners had fewer prob ... Continue reading
- Ford brand's quality continues to improve faster than the overall industry; Ford brand remains statistically tied with top Japanese automakers - Ford brand's initial quality improved for the eighth consecutive year - Ford F-150, Mustang, Edge and Mercury Sable were quality leaders in their respective vehicle segments ... Continue reading
Toyota and Lexus Earn Ten Segment Awards in the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Initial Quality Study
Lexus Regains Top Nameplate Ranking, LX 570 and LS 460 Finish One-Two TORRANCE, Calif., June 22 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today earned 10 segment awards in the 2009 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS). The Lexus nameplate finished first overall, with the LX 570 capturing the top spot ... Continue reading
MINI USA to Expand U.S. Dealerships by 20 Percent to Support Double Digit Sales Growth Targets
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., June 22 -- MINI USA has confirmed its intention to expand its 83-strong American dealer network by 20 percent during the next 18 months to a total of 100 outlets across the country. Most of the additional 17 MINI dealerships will be located in cities or areas that will be new markets for the brand ... Continue reading
U.S. Automakers Make Substantial Gains in Initial Quality, Outpacing Industry-Wide Improvement
While Quality Gap Continues to Narrow, Import Nameplates Capture 15 of 22 Segment Awards WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., June 22 -- New vehicles sold by Chrysler, Ford and GM's domestic brands have improved in initial quality by an average of 10 percent, compared with 2008, surpassing the 8-percent rate of improvement by the ... Continue reading
Franchitti Puts TomTom Car in Victory Lane, Goes Two-for-Two at Iowa Speedway
NEWTON, June 22, 2009: Target Chip Ganassi Racingâs Dario Franchitti scored his second win in as many races at Iowa Speedway Sunday in the Iowa Corn Indy 250, beating Ryan Briscoe to the line by 5.0132 seconds. Franchittiâs crew helped him get to the front, turning the trick on a quick pit stop on Lap 196 of ... Continue reading
Von Moltke, Sweeney Earn Second Consecutive Koni Challenge Victory
SUNDAY AT MID-OHIO LEXINGTON, Ohio (June 21, 2009) - Dion von Moltke took advantage of APR Motorsport teammate Ian Baas's misfortune Sunday at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, grabbing the lead with seven minutes remaining and holding on for his second consecutive Grand-Am KONI Sports Car Challenge Street Tuner victory. ... Continue reading
Twice as much fun on tap for Coughlin in home state race
NORWALK, June 22, 2009: As witnessed by his NHRA-leading five national event victories this season, reigning Pro Stock world champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. loves race day. This weekend at the 12th of 24 races on the Full Throttle schedule, Coughlin should be twice as happy as the most successful racer on the '09 tour becaus ... Continue reading
Thrilling Spec Racer Ford Race Highlights Final Day of June Sprints
Elkhart Lake, June 22, 2009: The 54th running of the Chicago Region June Sprints came to a close at Road America with several new lap records and a couple second generation racers winning one for dad on Fatherâs Day. There was no better way to kick of the dayâs races than with Group Five and the 69-car strong ... Continue reading
A1 Team Australia the Pit Stop Kings
London, June 22, 2009: One of the key elements of any race strategy is the pit stop and with three of these high pressure mandatory stops across two races in A1GP, a slick pit crew can make all the difference. Getting it right is a pain-staking process, which 2008/09 âPit Stop Kings,â A1 Team Australia, expla ... Continue reading
6.22FAW breaks ground on new die-making plant
FAW breaks ground on new die-making plant http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010994/FAW-breaks-ground-on-new-d ie-ma king-plant.html Shanghai, June 22 (Gasgoo.com) The Die Manufacturing Co., Ltd. of FAW has recently broken ground for building a new plant, which is scheduled for completion in June 2010, xinhuanet.com ... Continue reading
Jianghuai Auto said up to govt to decide on merger with Chery
Jianghuai Auto said up to govt to decide on merger with Chery http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010991/Jianghuai-Auto-said-up-to- govt- to-decide-on-merger-with-Chery.html Shanghai, June 22 (Gasgoo.com) President of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co (JAC) told reporters that the company can't say whether it would merge ... Continue reading
BYD Auto to launch 5 new car models in H2
BYD Auto to launch 5 new car models in H2 http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010992/BYD-Auto-to-launch-5-new-c ar-mo dels-in-H2.html Shanghai, June 22 (Gasgoo.com) BYD Auto plans to launch five new car models in the second half of this year. In addition, the F3DM electric car will sell to individual consumers from S ... Continue reading
Fixing Detroit: How Far, How Fast, How Fuel Efficient?
A New University of Michigan Report Analyzes Scope and Pace of Change Needed To Turn Detroit 3 Around ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 22 -- As the domestic automobile industry struggles to address the worst financial crisis in its history, a new report released today by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institu ... Continue reading
EcoDriving Pays Off During the Busiest Driving Time of the Year
EcoDrivingUSA Offers Three Easy Tips to Reduce Carbon Emissions and Fuel Use WASHINGTON, June 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- One-third of travel for the year takes place during summer and more than three-quarters of those trips are taken by automobile, truck or RV. This summer, EcoDrivingUSA, an educational program spon ... Continue reading
Concept Vehicles Enhance Second Cruise Night at Walter P. Chrysler Museum
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 22 -- WHAT: Second of six summer Cruise Nights at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum WHO: Several hundred auto enthusiasts with their cruisers, as well as hundreds of other spectators, are expected to gather for the fourth annual series WHEN: 6 - 9 p.m. Thursday, June 25 (continues every other Thur ... Continue reading
Major agreement for Volvo Buses in China
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: The City of Shanghai is making major investments in modernizing and streamlining its public transport prior to the World Expo, which will open on May 1, 2010. The theme for the fair is âBetter City, Better Lifeâ. âAn increase and modernization of the bus traffic is an ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 22 -- The U.S. government's estimated $140 billion investment in the domestic auto industry may begin to pay off by 2012 with all three domestic automakers predicting a return to profitability. But for traditional suppliers to the "Detroit Three," the path to long-term viability will require sec ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Receives Two Honda Awards for Quality and Delivery
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 22 -- BorgWarner was presented with two awards for quality and delivery performance by Honda of America Mfg., Inc. during Honda's annual supplier conference in Birmingham, Alabama. The awards recognize best-in-class performance in 2008. BorgWarner TorqTransfer Systems in Seneca, South Carolina ... Continue reading
Nissan GT-R and 370Z Capture Edmunds' Inside Line '2009 Readers' Most Wanted(SM) Awards'
FRANKLIN, Tenn., June 22 -- Two all-new Nissan sports cars, the Nissan GT-R and Nissan 370Z, have been named to "Edmunds' Inside Line 2009 Readers' Most Wanted(SM) Awards" list. The GT-R and 370Z were the only double winners, taking two categories each in the poll of readers' favorites in 15 vehicle categories designat ... Continue reading
David Knowles Joins Myers Industries as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
AKRON, Ohio--Myers Industries, Inc. today announced that David B. Knowles, 48, has joined the Company as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Knowles will be responsible for all manufacturing and distribution operations, sales, marketing, research and development and supply c ... Continue reading
Get a smooth ride with Helix Corner Killer IFS System!
Your prescription for the ultimate ride! Helix Corner Killer RX? Front Suspension gives you a much smoother and softer ride than a 4-link dropped axle at a comparable cost. It adds more value to your car than any other type of suspension. And with Helix engineering you get an unmatched, geometrically correct, safe ride ... Continue reading
China Yuchai International Appoints New President
SINGAPORE, June 22 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Yuchai International Limited ("China Yuchai" or the "Company"), announced today the appointment of Mr. Boo Guan Saw to its Board of Directors effective July 1, 2009. Mr. Saw will also be assuming the role of President from the current President, Mr. Tong Kooi Teo ... Continue reading
Volvo IT Signs New Agreement with City of Göteborg
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: Following negotiations in which four suppliers were involved, the IT-department at the City of Göteborgâs administration division chose to sign an agreement with Volvo IT (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB). As a result of this agreement, Volvo IT will be responsible for operating the mai ... Continue reading
Frost & Sullivan to Host Analyst Briefing on Automotive Human Machine Interfaces on Tuesday, 30 June 2009 at 16.00 BST LONDON â 22 June, 2009 â The modern car features a large number of applications, ranging from intuitive driver assist systems to comfort-enhancing applications. Current volatility in fuel cos ... Continue reading
ATX Provides Connected Vehicle Services to Sixt Rental Car Customers in Germany
DUSSELDORF, Germany, June 22 -- ATX Group, a leading provider of customized connected vehicle (telematics) services to global automobile manufacturers, announced today that its services are now available to rental car customers in Germany through a program offered by BMW and Sixt rental car agency. Sixt customers who r ... Continue reading
Continental Products Used Extensively in the New Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Continental, the international automotive supplier, is contributing a variety of innovations, components and systems to the new Mercedes E-Class generation. The company's contribution includes extensive involvement in airbag, brake and chassis components, plus Adaptive Highbeam Assist (optional), controlled by a camera ... Continue reading
Renault and EDF Strengthen Collaboration on Zero-Emission Electric Vehicle
Renault and EDF today announced the strengthening of their collaboration on zero-emission electric vehicles. Following the agreement signed on October 9, 2008 by Pierre Gadonneix, President and CEO of EDF, and Carlos Ghosn, President and CEO of Renault, the two partners have moved on to a new phase in the development o ... Continue reading
Shanghai GM Sells 2 Millionth Buick in China
The 2 millionth Buick sold in China by Shanghai GM, a red New Regal sedan, was delivered today to its owner in the southern city of Guangzhou. ... Continue reading
Fiat 500 to Open up in Australia in 2010
Fiat has announced more details of the open top version of its award-winning baby, the Fiat 500C, which is set to arrive in Australia in mid-2010, and brings with it a car that plays homage to the original 1957 open top 500, yet with a unique blend of innovative technical solutions that provide safety, economy and low ... Continue reading
BMW Technology Day 2009 - Efficient Dynamics
Lower emissions, more driving pleasure: No other car maker besides the BMW Group applies this principle so convincingly and successfully in practice. Both today and in a long-term comparison, BMW and MINI are far ahead of all competitors in the premium segment in reducing both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. ... Continue reading
'Vaccination of Sales' by New Opel Astra: Rolling Out Production in 2010
Frost & Sullivan comments on news regarding GM's plans to roll out production of the new Opel Astra in Russia by 2010. Dear All, One of our Automotive & Transportation experts has issued a comment regarding GMâs plans to roll out production of the new Opel Astra in Russia by 2010. I hope you find it interesting. P ... Continue reading
EnerDel Awarded $3.3 Million For Safety Research on Auto Lithium-ion Battery
Department of Energy Project Targets Cell R&D to Improve Charging Performance INDIANAPOLIS, June 22 -- Advanced lithium-ion automotive battery developer EnerDel has been awarded up to $3.3 million for a cost-share research project under the U.S. Department of Energy. This will be the largest of a set of new projects an ... Continue reading
First US Built Electric Truck Enters Production - New Era For Trucks
ZeroTruck Ordered by City of Santa Monica for Water Services Dept LOS ANGELES, June 22 -- The City of Santa Monica has purchased the first ZeroTruck all-electric zero emission medium duty truck. The vehicle will be equipped with a Scelzi utility body for use in the City of Santa Monica. Fleet Superintendant Rick Sikes ... Continue reading
Following successful trials in the UK, the iconic, zero-emission, smart fortwo electric drive is ready for small series production. ... Continue reading
Kids Car Seats'Criteria Cause Confusion
More than a third of parents underestimate the age or height at which a child can travel without a child car seat, reveals Which? today, as Child Safety Week begins. ... Continue reading
Revisit Your Favourite Top Gear Moments with Suzuki
Ever wanted to get up close to the Suzuki cars that featured on BBC's Top Gear? Well now you can at the World of Top Gear Exhibition at the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu in the heart of the New Forest. Visitors to the museum are able to look around the cars, get a behind the scene view into the show's production of ... Continue reading
Seat Offers Its Drivers Free Fluids Check
SEAT UK is today reminding all of its 275,000 UK owners that their vehicles qualify for a free fluids and safety check at any of the Spanish brand's 100-plus dealerships nationwide. ... Continue reading
Porsche Group - Return on Sales Remains High
Today, for the first time, the Porsche Automobil Holding SE, Stuttgart, is presenting an interim report, which includes the reporting figures for both the Porsche and Volkswagen Subgroups. The VW figures are from the first quarter of the current 2009 fiscal year, Porsche has reported on figures from the first nine mont ... Continue reading
New Citroën Berlingo 725 L2 Crew Van - Carry 5 People and a Load
The award winning Citroën Berlingo range is set to be further expanded with the 1st July launch of the five-seat Berlingo 725 L2 Crew Van, which meets all HM Revenue & Customs requirements for a van and is therefore VAT-reclaimable. The new Berlingo 725 L2 Crew Van offers a unique combination of up to five seats, a 71 ... Continue reading
Honda: Leaving Blue Skies for Our Children
Honda Motor Co. has been implementing employee environmental initiatives and training programs for the past 18 years. Since 1991, Honda has run the Japan Environmental Committee, which sets out to ensure all social concerns about the environment are addressed and environmental initiatives are executed to the highest st ... Continue reading
Suzuki Clean Sweep in Overlander 4WD Awards
Suzuki's class leading Grand Vitara DDiS turbo-diesel has once again dominated the compact wagon section of the prestigious Overlander 4WD Awards. ... Continue reading
Tokyo, June 22, 2009; TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces that Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Ltd. (TKM), its automobile production and sales base in India, held a tree-planting event on June 21, 2009, at its plant in Bidadi, Bangalore, in the state of Karnataka. More than 6,000 volunteers assisted in the tree-pla ... Continue reading
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