Intel Survey Finds 'Outlet Outrage' and 'Peeping-Techs' Are New Travel Norms
A new survey conducted by Intel Corporation and commissioned by TNS to explore American attitudes towards travel and technology finds U.S. vacationers feel anxious when traveling without their mobile computing device, angry when they cannot access power sources to charge these devices and annoyed when others take uninv ... Continue reading
2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Review By Carey Russ
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth When I drove the Fiat 500 last year, I found it endearing, entertaining, and stylish. It wasn't particularly quick, and my first thought was "there's nothing wrong with this car that a good turbo wouldn't cure." Which is exactly what Fiat has done with the 500 ... Continue reading
SAE International to Host Symposium that Delves into Impact of Shale Gas on Vehicle Development
Shale gas exploration and development has been a hot topic in the news. The development of natural gas vehicles, both for fleets and for individual vehicles, is taking off without government subsidies and the fuel is gaining acceptance for transportation by the general public. Following the example of other major energ ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Market Review of Automotive Tires - Forecasts to 2026
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global market review of automotive tires - forecasts to 2026" report to their offering. Global market review of automotive tyres - forecasts to 2026 This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the automotive tyres sector, its suppliers, top mark ... Continue reading
Ryder Revises Earnings Outlook
Ryder System, Inc. today revised its earnings guidance for the second quarter and full year 2012 primarily due to lower than expected results in its Fleet Management Solutions (FMS) business segment. The lower FMS results reflect a reduced demand environment primarily for the commercial rental product line, and actions ... Continue reading
Exotic Driving Experience Announces Inaugural Visit to NOLA Motorsports Park
Exotic Driving Experience Announces Inaugural Visit to NOLA Motorsports Park Exotic Driving Experience (EDE) announced today that it will offer exotic car drive and ride programs at Nola Motorsports Park (NMS) for two days this summer as part of its 2012 tour. Featuring supercars by Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche and Au ... Continue reading
Mazda Continues Upward Climb In 2012 J.D. Power And Associates Initial Quality Study
Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) ranks third among non-premium automotive brands, according to the recently announced J.D. Power and Associates 2012 U.S. Initial Quality Study(SM) (IQS). At 97 problems per 100 vehicles (PP100), MNAO improved three PP100 in the annual study and ranked 10th overall. The industry ... Continue reading
2013 Dodge Dart First Drive Preview by Carey Russ +VIDEO
The new Dart will only add to the name's historic reputation. by Carey Russ The Auto Channel The 2013 Dodge Dart is coming, the Dodge Dart is coming! The first product of the merger between Chrysler Group and Fiat, the Dart puts Chrysler back in the compact sedan business. In a big way, as evidenced by an all-too-short ... Continue reading
2012 JD Power Initial Quality Study Close-up Look
</p><p>By Steve Purdy <br>TheAutoChannel.com <br>Michigan Bureau </p><P>Detroit MI June 19, 2012; The U.S. auto industry posted the best improvement in performance since 2009 in this yearâs important Initial Quality Survey conducted by J.D. Power and Associates. In the IQSâ 26 year history the average new car ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Market Review of Automotive Turbochargers - Forecasts to 2026
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global market review of automotive turbochargers - forecasts to 2026" report to their offering. Global market review of automotive turbochargers - forecasts to 2026 This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the automotive turbochargers sector, ... Continue reading
HUNTERSVILLE, June 20, 2012: Driving will be on Jimmie Johnsonâs mind as he spends the week in his home state of California. The five-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion will host the sixth annual Jimmie Johnson Foundation Golf Tournament and Dinner Auction in the San Diego, Calif., area where he grew up prior to the ... Continue reading
Motorsports Brands - VBrick To Sponsor GP3's Conor Daly For Remaining 2012 Season
Indianapolis, Wallingford: Jun. 21, 2012: It was announced today that American race car driver Conor Daly will receive backing for the rest of the 2012 racing season from VBrick Systems Inc., an American company that specializes in streaming video solutions. VBrickâs sponsorship will include partnering with Daly t ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Stewart Sonoma Preview
KANNAPOLIS, June 21, 2012: The Tony Stewart who streaked to a third NASCAR Sprint Cup Series title in 2011 appears back in 2012. Stewart, who won a record five races in last yearâs Chase for the Sprint Cup to clinch the championship in an epic battle with Carl Edwards, is poised for another hot streak as the summe ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Edwards Enjoys The Challenges Of Road Course Racing
CONCORD, June 21, 2012: NASCAR drivers spend most of their career turning left every weekend, so when they are forced to make right-hand turns it can be somewhat of a learning curve. Carl Edwards was no exception when he made his first road course start at Sonoma back in 2005. âRoad course racing was one of the ha ... Continue reading
Bracket Racing - Troy Coughlin Jr. Plans To Work Hard For The Money This Weekend
CLAY CITY, Jun. 21, 2012: The lure of a big paycheck will once again draw many of the countryâs top E.T. bracket racers to picturesque Mountain Park Dragway for this weekendâs seventh annual Ultimate 64 Shootout presented by JEGS and Troy Coughlin Jr. wouldnât dream of missing the action. Coughlin plans ... Continue reading
SmartPhone App allows motorists a glimpse of the future
New Smart Phone App allows motorists a glimpse of the future for motor insurance Marmalade the young driver specialist has launched a FREE Smart Phone App that will offer all drivers a glimpse of the future for motor insurance. Marmalade has developed the App to mimic the key features of the technology used for i ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Names Used Car Best Bets for 2012
Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, today released its 15 Used Car Best Betssm for 2012. A total of 11 makes are represented on the list, with four makes (Ford, Honda, Hyundai and Toyota) each contributing two models. âOur editors are often asked about the best used cars, and this ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Market Review of Automotive Seating - Forecasts to 2026
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global market review of automotive seating - forecasts to 2026" report to their offering. âGlobal market review of automotive seating - forecasts to 2026â This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the automotive seating sector, its s ... Continue reading
With inspired design a core value of the Infiniti brand, the company will have a major presence at the "Dwell on Design," the West Coast's largest design event that opens today and runs through Sunday at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Infiniti is a presenting sponsor of the annual celebration of design, which thi ... Continue reading
Excitement Abounds As The Children's Center Announces A Change Of Venue For The 2013 AutoGlow
The Children's Center's AutoGlow is set for Friday, January 18, 2013 at Ford Field, following the North American International Auto Show Charity Preview. -- Ford Motor Company returns as the presenting sponsor of AutoGlow, building upon more than 80 years of support for The Children's Center. -- The Children's Center p ... Continue reading
2013 Honda Accord Sneak Peak From Chapman Honda Tucson
TUCSON, Ariz., June 21, 2012; In an effort to shake up the segment, the Honda Accord is upping its game with a redesign for 2013. The steadfast vehicle has to compete with the Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Passat, Nissan Altima, Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion and Mazda6. To keep up with the stiff competition, Honda will be o ... Continue reading
Vauxhall's new limited edition 'Black Edition' Corsa adds a new engine to the range, a punchy 1.4 Turbo Start/Stop unit, making it one of the most powerful Corsas on the market. ... Continue reading
BMW Expands And Enhances Its UK Model Line-Up
From July BMW will introduce a package of new model and engine revisions across the range. ... Continue reading
Which? Car Is Britain's Best Used Supermini? Answer: The Honda Jazz
The annual Which? Car Survey is the largest of its kind and results are based on good reliability and owner satisfaction, plus a high score in the Which? Car road test. ... Continue reading
Impressive New Look For Skoda Museum
Skoda Auto presented its concept for the brand's new museum today at its headquarters in Mlada Boleslav in the Czech Republic. ... Continue reading
F-Type Jaguar Prototype Makes Public Debut At Goodwood
A development prototype example of Jaguar's new sports car, the F-TYPE, is set to make its public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. ... Continue reading
Rolls-Royce Appoints New Regional Director For Middle East
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced that Geoffrey Briscoe has joined the company as Regional Director, Middle East, Africa and Latin America. In his previous role he was President for BMW Group in Malaysia. ... Continue reading
Kia Steps Up for Learn, Earn, Legend!
Kia Motors Australia has stepped up to provide logistical support for the Learn, Earn, Legend! initiative which helps indigenous students finish school, move on to further study or work, and become a positive role model in their community. ... Continue reading
Holden Gives Facebook Fans A Voice in New TVC
Holden fans have put their stamp on the new Thunder Ute TV commercial now on air. ... Continue reading
Nissan Offers Guaranteed Buyback with $599 Monthly Finance on Leaf EV
Following the successful Australian debut of the Nissan LEAF, Nissan Financial Services Australia (NFSA) has announced a tailor made finance package to potential zero emission customers. ... Continue reading
Kia Turns Orangutans Tour into a Carnival
Two Sydney-based brothers are turning heads in the environmental community after self publishing a book "Tears in the Jungle" and announcing a NSW / ACT tour to talk about the issues facing the critically endangered Orangutans of Borneo. ... Continue reading
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