2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Review By John Heilig
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2012 Fiat Abarth Engine: 1.4-liter turbocharged I4 Horsepower/Torque: 160 hp @ 5,500 rpm/170 lb.-ft. @ 2,500-4,000 rpm Transmission: 5-speed manual Wheelbase: 90.6 in. Length/Width/Height: 144.4 x 73.5 x 58.7 in. Tires: P195/45R16 Cargo volume: 9.5/26.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T Review By Carey Russ
DRIVING DOWN THE ROADWITH CAREY RUSS 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T If there is anyone out there who still thinks of Hyundaiâs as poorly-made vehicles that epitomize the most negative connotation of the word "cheap", it's time to reset your clock. Twenty-five years forward would be a good start. While you're at i ... Continue reading
New-Car Sales Beat Seasonal Expectations, SAAR Jumps To 14.4 Million On Fuel-Sipper Demand
August new-car sales will hit 1,273,000 units overall, which is an 18.7 percent increase from last year, according to Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car information. After adjusting for one additional selling day in August, car sales are projected to improve by a conservative 14 ... Continue reading
New survey on hybrid vehicle trends finds 77 percent of California drivers are likely to consider a hybrid vehicle if they don't have to give up the performance and technology expected from gasoline-powered vehicles As gasoline prices have risen, 98 percent of Californians are serious about saving fuel, including 46 pe ... Continue reading
Technology changes related to revised emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks are causing an increase in heavy-duty truck engine problems and a decrease in overall satisfaction with the powertrain, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 U.S. Heavy-Duty Truck Engine and Transmission StudySM released today. No ... Continue reading
Delinquency rates across home, auto and credit card finance accounts have demonstrated double-digit percentage* declines from July 2011-2012, according to Equifax's latest monthly National Consumer Credit Trends Report. In descending order, notable year-over-year dollar-based declines include: Auto loan 60-day plus del ... Continue reading
California Air Quality Benefiting From Clean Diesel Advancements
The California Air Resources Board (ARB) and Port of Los Angeles have reported dramatic improvements in air quality in recent years due to new clean diesel technology and they predict more improvements in coming years. However, in an opinion piece in The Los Angeles Times (Aug. 13), former Sierra Club executive Carl Po ... Continue reading
China BAK to Supply Lithium-ion Batteries to FAW-Volkswagen Automotive
China BAK Battery, Inc. ("China BAK", the "Company", or "we") , a leading global manufacturer of lithium-based battery cells, today announced that the Company has received a sample order to supply its lithium-ion batteries to FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. ("FAW-Volkswagen"), a major passenger sedan joint-venture ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Defense Receives EMD Contract to Develop JLTV - the Future of Light Tactical Vehicles
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation , a contract for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program's Engineering, Manufacturing and Development (EMD) phase. The JLTV program aims to replace many of the U.S. military's aged HMMWVs with a lightweight vehicle tha ... Continue reading
CNC Horizontal Boring Mill Machining Services at AT&F
A CNC horizontal boring mill is the newest testament to AT&F's commitment We Invest In Customer Success" Performing all functions of machining -- milling, boring, drilling, and threading -- the boring mill brings turnkey services to AT&F customers. Standing 15 tall, the machine has a 100-ton rotary table and floor pl ... Continue reading
The Rand McNally Large Scale Motor Carriers' Road Atlas is Back!
Based on popular demand among truckers, Rand McNally has brought back the Large Scale Motor Carriers' Road Atlas, last published in 2010. Part of the number one-selling trucker's road atlas line, the Large Scale Motor Carriers' Road Atlas features tear-and water-resistant pages, a spiral binding for stay-flat pages, an ... Continue reading
Sirius XM Radio today announced that customers will automatically receive a 3-month SiriusXM subscription when they purchase any pre-owned vehicle, regardless of manufacturer, with a factory-equipped satellite radio from participating Toyota dealers across the United States. Customers purchasing select pre-owned Toyota ... Continue reading
Auto Remarketing: American Women Prefer Sedans, Crossovers
Washington DC August 23, 2012; The AIADA newsletter reported that American women love their sedans, according to new research from Market Insight Corp. Auto Remarketing reports that in a recent study, the company found that although crossover body styles remain popular with female auto shoppers in the U.S., sedan body ... Continue reading
State, National Highway Safety Experts Meet in Baltimore
Focus on Highway Safety as a Public Health Priority WASHINGTON and Next week, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and the Maryland Highway Safety Office are hosting approximately 450 of the nation's top highway safety, law enforcement and public health officials at the 2012 GHSA Annual Meeting in Baltimore, ... Continue reading
DriveFactor to Present at Insurance Telematics USA 2012 Conference on September 6th
DriveFactor, a trusted source for driving data and analytics, today announced that Founder and CEO, Steve McKay, will speak at the Insurance Telematics USA 2012 Conference in Chicago, IL on Thursday, September 6, 2012 at 10:10am CT. ... Continue reading
Vincentric Alternative Fuel Analysis: Are Diesels a Cost-Effective Option?
BINGHAM FARMS, Michigan â August 23rd, 2012; Consumers seeking shelter from high gas prices wonât always find the relief they might expect by turning to diesels, announced Vincentric, the leading provider of cost-of-ownership data to the auto industry. The Vincentric 2012 Diesel Analysis determined that of 23 ... Continue reading
TravelCenters of America LLC (TravelCenters) is once again furthering its commitment to professional drivers by offering new products that will be sold exclusively at TA and Petro Stopping Centers branded travel centers. The products include a large-scale Rand McNally Road Atlas, Magellan RoadMate Commercial GPS, and C ... Continue reading
FIAT of Orange Park to Celebrate Grand Opening in Jacksonville, Florida
Chrysler Group LLC announced today the opening of FIAT of Orange Park in Jacksonville, Fla. FIAT of Orange Park joins 177 open FIAT studios in 44 states across the U.S. This striking new FIAT studio is located at 8105 Blanding Blvd. on Jacksonville's southwest side. ... Continue reading
Texas Law Enforcement Working Overtime During Annual DWI Crackdown
During the Labor Day holiday period, alcohol-related crashes killed fewer people in Texas last year than in any year since 2003. 'Three hundred sixty-six people died during the months of May through August last year in alcohol-related crashes. That's nothing to celebrate, and law enforcement will be out in force as par ... Continue reading
New Mitsubishi Mobile App Designed To Accelerate Roadside Assistance
In time for travel during the upcoming Labor Day weekend and the winter driving season, Mitsubishi Motors North America has introduced its new roadside assistance app to provide Mitsubishi owners with extended access and accelerated response should they ever encounter a mobile emergency or need trip information. The ne ... Continue reading
2013 Ford Taurus and Explorer, Lincoln MKS Earn NHTSA's Highest NCAP Overall Vehicle Score
2013 Ford Taurus, Ford Explorer and Lincoln MKS have earned U.S. government's top five-star Overall Vehicle Score rating for performance in frontal and side-impact crash tests and resistance to rollover These vehicles feature redesigned airbags and restraint system enhancements, which contributed to their performance i ... Continue reading
NHRA Super Comp - Troy Coughlin Jr. Hoping To Uphold Family Tradition
BOWLING GREEN, Aug. 22, 2012: For nearly four decades, the Coughlin family has been an integral part of the landscape at historic Beech Bend Raceway Park in Bowling Green, Ky. The familiar yellow and black colors of the JEGS Mail Order team have graced the Beech Bend winnerâs circle often, beginning with family pa ... Continue reading
FULLERTON, Aug, 22, 2012: Football is back and so is Yokohama Tire Corporationâs âHome Team Prideâ jersey promotion. The promotion will run from September 15 to October 31 and feature four National Football League teams this season: the Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys, Baltimore Ravens and New England Patr ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Newman Race Preview
KANNAPOLIS, Aug. 22, 2012: Ryan Newman needs another âBloominââ win. It was in his very first outing with sponsor Outback Steakhouse that Newman reigned victorious in NASCARâs version of overtime at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway. This weekend, as the No. 39 Chevrolet for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) take ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Biffle Regains Lead But Momentum May Reside Elsewhere
Now itâs Greg Biffleâs turn. Again. The early-season points leader is back atop the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series standings following last Sundayâs Pure Michigan 400 victory. Biffle won for the second time this season, giving him three additional bonus points when the standings are reset for the Chase for the ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Remaining Engine Supply Status
INDIANAPOLIS, Aug 22, 2012: INDYCAR provided an update today regarding the status of fresh engines remaining for each team for the remaining three races of the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series season. Officials also announced 10 grid spot penalties for the following cars for this weekend's event at the raceway at Sonoma: #15 S ... Continue reading
New Porsche 911 Carrera S Named 2012 Motor Trend Best Driver's Car
- Motor Trend has chosen the Porsche 911 Carrera S as its Best Driver's Car for 2012. ... Continue reading
Nissan Chooses Xtime's ServiceCRM Enterprise Platform
Xtime announced today that Nissan North America has chosen Xtime's ServiceCRM platform to exclusively power its One to One online service scheduling program for the entire U.S. market. Online scheduling will enable Nissan service customers to book appointments online, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, using their comp ... Continue reading
Alfa Romeo Adds New Sportiva Trim To MiTo And Giulietta Range
Alfa Romeo UK has just added a sporty new trim level to both the Alfa MiTo and Giulietta ranges. ... Continue reading
Audi Poll Shows Two Thirds Of UK Convertibles Stay Closed
Survey throws up surprising results as German premium brand predicts a late surge in soft-top demand following a patchy summer ... Continue reading
JLR UK Celebrates As Jaguar Dealers Claim Top Spot In Jd power / what car? Satisfaction Survey
Jaguar dealers are the best in Britain, and Land Rover dealers are not far behind them in terms of delivering customer satisfaction - that's the official verdict of the JD Power Dealer Satisfaction Survey, published today by What Car? magazine. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi's Lancer Evolution is Ready to Race With New Pricing
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited's (MMAL) high performance vehicle, the Lancer Evolution, has been updated for MY13. Offering power, precision and performance ... Continue reading
Pedal To The Metal Racing Promised At The 2012 Goodwood Revival
This year's Revival (14-16 September) will feature the youngest grid ever assembled at Goodwood. ... Continue reading
Land Rover Delivers A Premium New Look And Feel To The Freelander 2
Land Rover has given the Freelander 2 a premium overhaul, delivering even better comfort, convenience and driving enjoyment. New derivatives, colours, exterior design features, upgraded equipment levels and continued choice of refined and economical diesel engines, all contribute to make this SUV even better. ... Continue reading
All-New Ground Breaking British Sports Car - The Trident Iceni - Confirmed For Salon Prive
Iconic British sports car maker, Trident, will display its all-new Iceni Grand Tourer at Salon Prive 2012, held at West London's Syon Park from the 5th to 7th September. ... Continue reading
Production Of All-New Kia Cee'd Sportswagon Begins
Production of the all-new cee'd Sportswagon has begun at the Kia Motors Manufacturing Slovakia plant in Zilina, becoming the second new model to be built at the facility this year. ... Continue reading
Jaguar Supports Rally For Heroes With XKR-S For Epic European Journey
A Jaguar XKR-S, the most powerful and fastest series production sports car the company has ever built, is currently travelling 3,000 miles in under ten days as part of Britain's 2012 Rally for Heroes, an initiative to raise funds for Help for Heroes and the Royal British Legion. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Delivers More Cars In Period To July / +10.4 Per Cent
The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand handed over 3.26 (January-July 2011: 2.95; +10.4 per cent) million vehicles to customers worldwide from January to July. ... Continue reading
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