LeaseTrader: Under 30's, More Woman Than Men Driving Luxury Vehicles
With Higher Earning Power More Women Take Greater Interest in What They Drive MIAMI â (September 21, 2010) â LeaseTrader.com, the nationâs most popular car leasing marketplace, announces more women than men on the website under the age of 30 now driving a luxury vehicle. Today, roughly 51.2 percent of wo ... Continue reading
ENER1 Receives Additional $20 Million Equity from Principal Shareholder
ENER1 Receives Additional $20 Million Equity from Principal Shareholder PR Newswire NEW YORK, Sept. 23 NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- ENER1, Inc. , announced today that it has executed a securities purchase agreement with its principal shareholder, Ener1 Group, for the purchase of common stock and warrants for $20 million. The ... Continue reading
Mahindra Statement on Pending Litigation
Mahindra Statement on Pending Litigation PR Newswire MUMBAI, India, Sept. 23 MUMBAI, India, Sept. 23 -- Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (M&M) today has issued a statement to address misinformation circulating surrounding its relationship with Global Vehicles USA, Inc. (GV). The statement can be accessed on the company webs ... Continue reading
BMW Announces Markets for BMW ActiveE Field Trial
BMW Announces Markets for BMW ActiveE Field Trial PR Newswire WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Sept. 23 WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Sept. 23 -- Later today at Opportunity Green in Los Angeles, BMW will announce the markets which will participate in the BMW ActiveE field trial when it begins in summer 2011. The New York metro market and ... Continue reading
High Impact Digital Campaign Launches Nissan Juke
LONDON, September 23, 2010 -- Digitas London has developed a high impact, high energy awareness campaign to help launch The Nissan Juke - the All New Compact Crossover, on September 24th. (The digital campaign, 'Energised', creates an electrical charge between the user's cursor and the new Juke in a way that highlights ... Continue reading
Gevo Announces Closing of Acquisition of Ethanol Production Facility to Produce Isobutanol
ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--Gevo, Inc., a privately held renewable chemicals and advanced biofuels company, announced today the closing of its acquisition of Agri-Energyââ¬â¢s ethanol production facility in Luverne, Minnesota. This plant is expected to provide 18 million gallons per year (MGPY) of production capacity ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Dealers Get a First Look at the Company's New Chattanooga Assembly Plant and Exciting Line-Up of New Products HERNDON, Va., Sept. 23 HERNDON, Va., Sept. 23 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. is meeting with its 582 U.S. and 130 Canadian dealers to prepare them for what is certain to be a busy year ahead. The mee ... Continue reading
MADD Marks 30th Anniversary With Capitol Hill Rally Unveiling Tech-Based MADD 3.0 Action Plan to Eliminate Drunk Driving PR Newswire WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 Victims & Legislators Call for Passage of Federal ROADS SAFE Act for Lifesaving New Car Technology New Data Shows Drunk Driving Deaths Cut in Half Since MADD's Foundi ... Continue reading
Nissan LEAF; First Phase of Customer Reservations Completed
Nissan Reaches 20,000-Reservation Milestone for Nissan LEAF; First Phase of Customer Reservations Completed PR Newswire FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 23 FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 23 -- Consumer interest for the Nissan LEAF continues to grow, as Nissan North America Inc. today marks its 20,000th reservation for the 100-percent el ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Forecasts September 2010 Auto Sales: Auto Industry Lacks Momentum
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--This month's new car sales (including fleet sales) are expected to be approximately 936,900 units, a 27.9 percent increase from September 2009 but a 5.5 percent decrease from August 2010, according to Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. Retail sales are expected to ... Continue reading
Subaru of America, Inc. Names Alan Bethke Director of Marketing Communications
Subaru of America, Inc. Names Alan Bethke Director of Marketing Communications PR Newswire CHERRY HILL, N.J., Sept. 23 CHERRY HILL, N.J., Sept. 23 -- Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA), while continuing to set sales records, today announced the appointment of Alan Bethke to director of marketing communications. Reporting to ... Continue reading
IMS Leader Belskus To Communicate With Fand Through New Blog
INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 22, 2010: The Indianapolis Motor Speedway will continue to reach out to its fans through a new video blog featuring IMS President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Belskus. Fans are encouraged to post questions, comments and ideas for Belskus, along with their name and hometown, at the Official IMS B ... Continue reading
Tasca/Motorcraft Looks To Dallas
DEARBORN, September 22, 2010: As the championship race draws closer, the pressure continues to rise for Bob Tasca III and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing team. After a semifinal appearance in Charlotte, Tasca and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing team were able to move up two spots in the points ladder from seventh to ... Continue reading
Coughlin Team Gears Up For Home Game At JEGS SPORTSnationals
COLUMBUS, Sept 22, 2010: For the JEGS Mail Order team, any race at their home track, National Trail Raceway, counts as a big event, but when the event is the annual JEGS NHRA Northern SPORTSnationals, it takes on an added importance. This year will mark the sixth anniversary of the JEGS Northern SPORTSnationals and the ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, CA - September 23, 2010: Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced the introduction of the new 2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid mid-size SUV, along with a change on the suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the Prius mid-size hatchback, Venza mid-size crossover, and FJ Cruiser mid-size SUV. The 2011 ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Group Expands North American Investment with New Engine Plant
HERNDON, VA/MEXICO CITY - September 23, 2010: The Volkswagen Group announced yesteraday that it will build a new engine plant in Silao, Mexico as part of its long-term expansion strategy in North America. Beginning in 2013, the new plant in Silao will supply the latest generation of engines to the vehicle plants in Cha ... Continue reading
BMW to Unveil MINI Scooter E Concept at 2010 Paris Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Spontaneous, flexible, CO2-free mobility in the characteristic style of the brand World-first transfer of that familiar MINI feeling to the two-wheel segment brings alternative drive technology to the attention of lifestyle-led target groups Innovative vehicle concept marks its world premiere at the 2010 Paris Motor Sh ... Continue reading
Ram Truck Brand Unveils Laramie Longhorn Edition
DALLAS Sept.23, 2010; Chrysler Group LLC today unveiled the most luxurious Ram Truck ever produced by the company. Named the Ram Laramie Longhorn edition, the Ram lineup's most well-appointed model is designed for the owner who needs a truck for work or play, but won't settle for anything but the finest quality and ref ... Continue reading
Team JEGS / Pre-race Notes JEGS NHRA Northern SPORTSnationals
Delaware, Sept. 22. 2010: There will be a total of eight JEGS Mail Order entries in competition this weekend at the JEGS SPORTSnationals. John Coughlin will race in Comp and Top Dragster while his brother Mike plans to compete in Top Sportsman and nephew Troy Jr. will be racing in Super Comp. ... Continue reading
National Trail Raceway Set To Host JEGS NHRA Northern SPORTSnationals
HEBRON, Sept 22, 2010: For the sixth-straight year, racers from all over North America will converge at historic National Trail Raceway in Hebron, Ohio for the annual JEGS NHRA Northern SPORTSnationals. One of thee events designed specifically to showcase racers in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, the Northern SP ... Continue reading
Renowned TV Show Builders West Coast Customs Reveal Their Latest Creation for Jeff 'Ox' Kargola at Lucas Oil Off-Road Race in Surprise, Ariz. PR Newswire SURPRISE, Ariz., Sept. 23 SURPRISE, Ariz., Sept. 23 -- West Coast Customs (WCC) is coming to Surprise, Ariz., to unveil their latest creation and to film for the Insi ... Continue reading
NASCAR Appeals Panel Statement Re. Gilles Villeneuve
On September 22, 2010, the National Stock Car Racing Appeals Panel heard and considered the appeal of NASCAR Nationwide Series car owner, Johnny Davis. The penalty concerned Section 12-1 of the NASCAR Rule Book: âActions detrimental to stock car racing. Involved in an altercation on pit road after the completion o ... Continue reading
TXU Energy to Install Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Dallas and Fort Worth
DALLAS--TXU Energy is jump-starting electric vehicle programs in the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth with its gift of key electric vehicle charging infrastructure. âWe want to play a leading role in jump-starting adoption of electric vehiclesâ The TXU Energy Accelerator program will invest in at least a dozen ... Continue reading
Eaton and Murphy Oil USA Team Up to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Network
PITTSBURGH--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation and Murphy Oil USA, Inc., a leading fuel provider operating more than 1,000 retail gasoline stations across 22 states, today announced a joint collaboration designed to demonstrate to electric vehicle drivers the benefits of fast, convenient charging wit ... Continue reading
IntelliChoice and AutoPacific Announce Motorist's Top Picks In Both Popular And Premium Categories
Irvine, September 21, 2010: There is only one annual automotive award handpicked by active consumers in the marketplace that goes beyond the editorial and performance test data and provides a window into the wants and needs of motorists. This yearâs Motorist Choice Awards highlight a collection of 15 unique buyer ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 23 -- Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car information, today reports the results of two kbb.com home page quick polls. The latest polls show that not only are a majority of car shoppers unaware of the new fuel economy and emissions letter grade (A+ to D) rati ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: September New-Vehicle Retail Sales Pace Recaptures Lost Momentum
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. Sept. 23, 2010; New-vehicle retail sales in September are expected to recover from the tumultuous summer selling season and post a significant selling rate increase, compared with August, according to J.D. Power and Associates, which gathers real-time transaction data from more than 8,900 retai ... Continue reading
Jaguar Land Rover Launches Recruitment Campaign For 1,000 New Jobs At Liverpool Plant
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the leading manufacturer of luxury vehicles, is seeking more than 1,000 talented engineers, supervisors and production operators to help launch the all new Range Rover Evoque working at Halewood Operations, Liverpool in 2011. ... Continue reading
Second-Generation Greenline Models Bring New Technology To Skoda Auto
Skoda Auto is presenting a comprehensive portfolio of second-generation environmentally-friendly GreenLine cars at the Paris International Motor Show ... Continue reading
All-New Ford C-Max Set To Cost Owners Less
Ford's new C-MAX and Grand C-MAX customers will enjoy lower ownership costs thanks to improved residual values, lower insurance and CO2 ratings and enhanced fuel economy. ... Continue reading
Paris Motor Show To Host Collection Of Bespoke Commissioned Rolls-Royce Models
Bespoke design will take centre stage for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars at Paris this year, as five models featuring the company's extensive personalization programme take to the stand. The collection includes a sumptuous Phantom Extended Wheelbase in Gunmetal metallic with Sunrise leather interior and a Carrara White metalli ... Continue reading
Suzuki: New Swift Wins Its Class In MPG Marathon
Suzuki's latest addition to the model range, the all-new Swift, took part in the recent 2010 MPG Marathon and achieved a spectacular result ... Continue reading
Seat's a Winner With UEFA Europa League
With the group stage of this season's exciting UEFA Europa League now well under way, and Matchday 2 just around the corner, Spanish car maker SEAT is developing its successful partnership with UEFA as the League's presenting sponsor. ... Continue reading
Changes at the top of the Geneva International Motor Show from July 2011
Last Friday, the Geneva International Motor Show Committee designated a successor to Mr. Luc Argand, the President of the Show since 2004. Mr. Maurice Turrettini will take over his role starting July, 2011. His second in command will be Mr. Andre Hefti as Managing Director, who will take over from Mr. Rolf Studer effec ... Continue reading
Volkswagen And MTV Networks Present "MePublic" Social Media Study
Volkswagen and MTV Networks yesterday presented "MePublic - A Global Study on Social Media Youth". ... Continue reading
Times Square Transformed With 3-D Honda CR-Z
American Honda will transform Times Square with 3-D technology to support the launch of the all-new CR-Z sport hybrid coupe on Thursday, September 23. ... Continue reading
With the Volkswagen Amarok,Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is showcasing the most advanced production ute to hit the Australian market in the first half of 2011. The Amarok boasts fuel efficiency,rugged good looks and uncompromising design and is sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors at this year's Australian I ... Continue reading
PSA: Further Step For PCMA Rus, With The Start Of Production Of SUVs
PSA Peugeot Citroen (PSA) and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) announce the start of production of the Citroën C-Crosser, Peugeot 4007 and Mitsubishi Outlander SUV models at PCMA Rus, their joint plant located at Kaluga, 180 km southwest of Moscow, Russia. ... Continue reading
Days ahead of the official unveil at the Paris Motor Show, the sun has started to rise on the dawn of a new era for Lotus Cars. The new Lotus Elite will redefine 'modern classic' with a combination of stunning looks, exciting new technology and exhilarating performance. ... Continue reading
Kia Focuses on Style and Technology at 2010 Paris Motor Show
Electric POP concept to headline Kia's Paris Motor Show stand - Stunning all-new Kia Optima sedan to make European debut - Kia continues commitment to sustainable transport with 'green zone' - Press conference to take place Hall 5.2, stand 520 at 16.30 CET (SEOUL) September 23, 2010 - Kia's 2010 Paris Motor Show stand ... Continue reading
Chevy Hits Home Run with Roberto Clemente Award - VIDEO STORY
DETROIT - September 23, 2010: The Roberto Clemente award recognizes players who best represent the game of baseball through sportsmanship, commitment to community and the value of helping others. Every season, one player from each of the 30 MLB clubs is nominated by their teammates. The honoree is then decided by a pan ... Continue reading
Kbb.com: Most Car Shoppers Say New Fuel Economy Letter Grade System Would Make No Difference in Understanding EPA Ratings PR Newswire IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 23 IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 23 -- Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car information, today reports the results of two kbb.com home ... Continue reading
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