U.S. Winners of Toyota Dream Car Art Contest Announced
Seven-Member Judging Panel included actor Cheech Marin, Motor Trend Magazine Editor-in-Chief Edward Loh and Toyotaâs Senior Creative Designer Craig Kember February 25, 2014 TORRANCE, Calif., February 25, 2014 â Toyota announces the 2014 U.S. Winners of the annual Toyota Dream Car Art Contest presented globall ... Continue reading
This winter â one of the worst on record â has left many people in the dark, literally, with millions experiencing power outages during the last few months. But what if a car, or parts of it, could provide power during an emergency? Toyota engineers are looking for âenlightenedâ ways to do just t ... Continue reading
Woodbury University, Mercedes-Benz Launch Third Cohort of Global MBA Program
When 36 executives from Mercedes-Benz meet at Los Angeles-based Woodbury University this fall for a hands-on business simulation, theyâll be nearing completion of an innovative MBA program for Mercedes-Benz executives â most of them Chinese nationals â that blends distance learning with face-to-face semi ... Continue reading
Innovative Lytx Technology Helps Prevent Collisions Before They Happen
Using innovative technology, Lytx, Inc. aims to save lives by preventing collisions before they ever happen. According to a new white paper, titled The Lytx Advantage: Using Predictive Analytics to Deliver Driver Safety, Lytx⢠has a near 70 percent success rate accurately identifying the probability a driver will ... Continue reading
CarMax Hiring for More Than 1,200 Positions
CarMax, Inc. , the nation's largest retailer of used cars and one of FORTUNE magazineâs â100 Best Companies to Work Forâ for a decade, is recruiting for more than 1,200 positions in locations across the country. The company is growing and offers a variety of career opportunities. The majority of open pos ... Continue reading
Mustang a Perfect Fit for 'Need for Speed'
To Scott Waugh, few cars epitomize action movie hero car better than Ford Mustang. Waugh directed the upcoming movie âNeed for Speed,â and helms a new co-branded ad for the film and the all-new 2015 Ford Mustang that debuted during Sundayâs Daytona 500. The ad features scenes from the movie, where Marsha ... Continue reading
Saleen Vehicles to be in Front of and Behind the Camera for New DreamWorks Movie, Need for Speed
Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN), (OTCBB: SLNN) (the "Company"), an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that the Company has been asked to provide performance vehicles for DreamWorks Pictures' feature f ... Continue reading
Hertz Rent A Car Launches Stunning Dream Collection In The UK
The Hertz Corporation , the world's leading general use car rental brand, has launched its Dream Collection in the UK (hertzdreamcollection.co.uk) with stunning marques designed to make motoring enthusiasts' dreams come true. Currently featuring the powerful Bentley Continental GT, the luxurious Bentley Flying Spur, th ... Continue reading
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that the following voluntary recall alert was posted in cooperation with the firm listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov. Company Name Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, of Cypress, Calif. Product Name Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles Qua ... Continue reading
The I.I.I. Answers the Question: Is Damage Caused by Potholes Covered by Auto Insurance?
The severe winter of 2014 has left in its wake roadways that look like the surface of the moon, and has consumers wondering: "Is my car covered for pothole damage?" In response to questions about insurance coverage for car damage and accidents caused by potholes, the I.I.I. has posted the following article, Does My Aut ... Continue reading
Lamborghini Updates Ad Personam Personalization Program
Automobili Lamborghini will present its renewed Ad Personam program at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show - the personalization program which allows clients to create their own made-to-order Lamborghini. ... Continue reading
Ford Supports Birth Of New University Technical College
Ford is making a £322,000 contribution towards the creation of a new University Technical College for students aged 14-19 studying engineering and design. ... Continue reading
Nissan Fleet Sales Soared To New Heights In 2013
Nissan enjoyed a strong lift in both car and LCV fleet sales in 2013 with 55,776 and 8,140 vehicles sold respectively. ... Continue reading
Full Reveal Of Vauxhall's Radical Geneva Star
With over 300PS generated from its 2.0-litre turbo engine, the Astra VXR EXTREME will be the most powerful front-wheel drive Vauxhall ever when it's unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show next month. ... Continue reading
Honda Motor Europe Appoints New President For Its European Operations
From 1st April 2014, Toshiaki Mikoshiba will become Managing Operating Officer, Honda Motor Co., Ltd., C.O.O. for Regional Operations (Europe Region) and President, Honda Motor Europe Ltd. ... Continue reading
New Narva Heavy Duty Work Lamps Provide Versatility in the Toughest Conditions
Narva has released two new compact, heavy duty L.E.D work lamps offering a range of benefits ideal for mining, forestry and agricultural equipment as well as many other commercial applications. ... Continue reading
A 23-year-old Ford Australia designer created the ute by listening to the farming familyâs request for a vehicle with more utility Fordâs truck teams translate customer needs into innovations more than ever, including the all-new 2015 F-150 with high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloys throughout the bo ... Continue reading
UIEvolution Selected by Toyota Motor Corporation Australia to Power Toyota Link
UIEvolution, Inc., a global leader in connected screen solutions, announced it has been selected by Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Ltd. (TMCA) to power Toyota Link, a state-of-the-art infotainment system that provides a hands-free solution for connective technology in selected Toyota vehicles. The extended partners ... Continue reading
Axalta Scientist Presents Research for Improved Waterborne Coatings
Axalta Coating Systems research associate Dr. Ayumu Yokoyama presented research that better formulates waterbased coatings. Speaking at the Waterborne Symposium at the University of Southern Mississippi, Dr. Yokoyama explained the scientific breakthrough that reduces the gassing that can result when traditional solvent ... Continue reading
Luxury brands rule the roost this year as Acura and Audi moved up a few spots to join Lexus with the top three highest scores in Consumer Reports' annual car brand report cards. A perennial top scorer, Lexus earned the highest marks (79) for the second straight year. Consumer Reports' analysis finds the bulk of its mod ... Continue reading
Ram 1500 & Tesla Model S Among New Winners In Consumer Reports' 2014 Top Picks List
In its annual Top Picks list, Consumer Reports has crowned four new vehiclesâthe Hyundai Santa Fe, Ram 1500, Subaru Forester, and Tesla Model Sâwith the top honor in each of their respective categories. For the first time in 16 years, a Chrysler earned a spot on the list with the Ram 1500 nabbing best Pickup ... Continue reading
Governor Tom Corbett and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced that its Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) program will open March 1, providing an estimated $8 million in grants for the purchase or conversion of alternative fuel vehicles. "We are pleased to bring back this program, whic ... Continue reading
Michigan Consumers and No-Fault Insurance
The following was written by Charles M. Chamness, president and CEO of the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies: More than 40 years ago Massachusetts implemented the country's first no-fault insurance law. The intent of the law: avoid expensive litigation over the causes of accidents, which in turn would ... Continue reading
10 Best All-Wheel-Drive Cars & SUVs Under $25,000
While much of the United States has been slammed by extensive winter weather, leaving drivers to battle icy snowstorm conditions in recent weeks, the expert editors at Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, have chosen their list of the 10 Best All-Wheel-Drive Cars & SUVs Under $25,000. By hand-picking the top affordable AWD ch ... Continue reading
Lytx Announces Winners of its First Annual "Driver of the Year" and "Coach of the Year" Awards
Lytx, Inc. (formerly DriveCam, Inc.), a global leader in delivering driver safety and compliance solutions, announced today the winners of its first annual âDriver of the Yearâ and âCoach of the Yearâ Awards. The announcement and awards presentation was made at the second annual DriveCam powered by ... Continue reading
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