Ford delivers fresh products, record number of 40-MPG+ vehicles Ford is delivering more fuel-efficient vehicles in 2012 than ever before, and a fresher lineup than any full-line automaker in the U.S. Ford is offering eight vehicles that deliver 40 mpg or better by year-end, and tripling its electrified vehicle producti ... Continue reading
2013 Mazda CX-5 Review by Steve Purdy +VIDEO
By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Our test car this week - the Mazda CX-5 - is one of the hot new contenders in the popular compact CUV market, one of the fastest growing segments in the U.S. We wrote about it at launch a few months ago, but now we have the chance to live with it for a week. Mazda offic ... Continue reading
The Market for Smart Glass Will Reach Nearly $700 Million a Year by 2020, Forecasts Pike Research
Smart glass is a class of products used in windows, glass screens, and partitions that provides glare, light, and heat control dynamically, based on ambient conditions or manual controls. Also referred to as dimmable glass, switchable glass, or dynamic glass (or glazing), smart glass is used in a variety of application ... Continue reading
American Truck Group Sees Private Lending Driving Job Growth For Trucking Industry
At a time when returns on savings, CDs and bonds alike have dwindled to near zero, American Truck Group's* private lending opportunity is catching fire. 'It's still money. Someone has to own the mortgage on the truck.' While corporate America is outsourcing more and more jobs, the trucking industry is suffering from a ... Continue reading
ClearMechanic, provider of technology to improve the auto repair experience, today released the second in a variety of spoof infomercials, titled, Dampered Camping Trip" to promote their new service, an online scheduling solution that works like an OpenTable" for car repairs. ... Continue reading
Experian Automotive today announced that there were 17.3 million more light-duty vehicles seven years and older on the road in the United States than there were three years ago. According to its Q1 2012 Vehicles in Operation (VIO) market analysis, Experian Automotive also found that there were more than 245 million veh ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) has selected Ally Financial to be a preferred provider of leasing and financing for the company's breakthrough 100 percent electric-powered 2012 Mitsubishi i. Consumers can now lease a Mitsubishi i at certified dealers nationwide for lease payments as low as $249 per month** ... Continue reading
Today, Zacks Equity Research discusses the U.S. Autos, including General Motors Company , Ford Motor Co. , Toyota Motor Corp. , Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. (OTC:NSANY). A synopsis of today's Industry Outlook is presented below. ... Continue reading
Lexus To Serve As The Official Vehicle Of The 2012 U.S. Women's Open
Lexus, one of the top automotive luxury brands in the U.S., is serving as the "official vehicle" of the 2012 U.S. Women's Open in Kohler, July 5-8. With this distinction, Lexus is providing a fleet of nearly 240 Lexus vehicles to be used by the players and United States Golf Association (USGA) officials. The U.S. Women ... Continue reading
Chinese auto giant SAIC Motor celebrates opening of new North American Operations Center in Michigan
Shanghai Automotive Industries Corporation USA, Inc. (SAIC USA) recently unveiled their new North American Operations Center in Birmingham, Michigan, marking an important step in creating a stronger connection between the US and Chinese automotive industries. With the increasing importance of cooperation between the ma ... Continue reading
New Car Prices Down $500 Year Over Year According To Kelley Blue Book
On average, consumers are paying $500 less for a new vehicle today compared to just one year ago, according to Kelley Blue Book, the leading provider of new car and used car information. Low inventory levels are no longer suppressing new-vehicle sales as supply is meeting demand. As a result, transaction prices, or Kel ... Continue reading
Prices for Luxury Brand Used-Vehicles to Rise in 2012
McLEAN, Va. June 26, 2012 The NADA reported that a sharp decline in the supply of luxury brand used cars and light trucks will result in higher prices this year, said Jonathan Banks, senior analyst with the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Used Car Guide. NADA predicts the supply of luxury used vehicles u ... Continue reading
The introduction of engines that meet revised EPA regulations is once again taking a toll on heavy-duty truck quality and customer satisfaction, as customers are reporting more problems with their truck engine, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 U.S. Heavy-Duty Truck Customer Satisfaction Study(SM) release ... Continue reading
Following the success of 2011's Prius v Creation Station campaign, Toyota is launching an expanded nationwide experiential tour this summer to include a wider selection of the automaker's line-up of vehicles geared towards families. Beginning over the July 4th holiday, the Toyota Creation Station tour will arrive at de ... Continue reading
White House 'Advanced Vehicles Summit' Should Also Address Consumer Concerns and Affordability
On the day of the White House's discussion with automakers, environmentalists and government officials, the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) welcomed the Obama administration's continuing review of the proposed Model Year (MY) 2017-2025 fuel economy rules. The issues below should be raised during the Wh ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Earns Fourth Consecutive Gold Medal for Promoting Healthy Employee Lifestyles
Recognition from the National Business Group on Health identifies the nation's leading corporations for innovative programs promoting a healthy workplace and employee lifestyles Award validates Company's commitment to promoting "a culture of health" for employees and their families Chrysler Group is only automaker to r ... Continue reading
Ford Research Developing Intelligent System to Help Drivers Manage Stressful Situations on the Road
Existing sensor signals for driver-assist systems can be combined in new ways to estimate workload on the driver based on traffic and road conditions Ford researchers also are using biometric feedback through sensors in the steering wheel, seat and seat belt to provide a more complete model of driver stress levels Driv ... Continue reading
"One of One" 2013 "Red Tails Edition" Ford Mustang Ready for Auction
EAA AirVenture, the world's greatest annual aviation celebration in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, has become known as the home for one-of-a-kind, aviation themed Ford Mustangs. For 2012, Ford has created a "Red Tails Edition" Mustang to honor the exploits of the famous Tuskegee Airmen, the first African American aviators in th ... Continue reading
'Road to the Ram Jam' provides the ultimate fan experience leading up to the invitation-only Ram Jam concert in Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 29 Multiplatinum-album selling Zac Brown Band will join previously announced artists Kellie Pickler, Brantley Gilbert and Easton Corbin for the "Road to the Ram® Jam" series and sweeps ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Kenseth Leaves Roush, Stenhouse To Take The Seat In 2013
CONCORD, Jun. 26, 2012: Roush Fenway Racing announced today that 2011 NASCAR Nationwide Series champion Ricky Stenhouse Jr. will compete for the team full-time in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series competition beginning in 2013, while Matt Kenseth and Roush Fenway will part ways at the conclusion of the 2012 season. âRicky ... Continue reading
Bracket Racing - Quarterfinal Finish Highlights Troy Coughlin Jr.'s Ultimate 64 Weekend
CLAY CITY, Ky. (June 25) â Chasing a massive $50,000 first-place prize at the seventh annual Ultimate 64 Shootout presented by JEGS, Troy Coughlin Jr., managed a respectable quarterfinal finish that boosted his confidence level and left him hungry for more success. "My car was strong and I drove good so Iâm h ... Continue reading
IndyCar - 2012 Season To End At Fifteen Races
INDIANAPOLIS, Jun. 26, 2012: INDYCAR announced today that the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series schedule will remain at 15 races. INDYCAR was exploring a potential replacement event after it announced June 13 that its inaugural race in China, scheduled for Aug. 19, had been canceled. "After carefully considering all possible op ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Stewart Sonoma Race Report
Sonoma, Jun. 26, 2012: No matter the starting spot, Tony Stewart seems to flourish on road courses. The Toyota/Save Mart 350k NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race Sunday at the road course in Sonoma, Calif., was no different, as Stewart rallied from his 24th-place starting spot to finish a strong second to race winner Clint B ... Continue reading
FIM MotoGP - Great Deal Provides Big Savings, Special Perks For Red Bull Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS, Jun. 26, 2012: Selected Yamaha dealers nationwide are selling an exciting ticket package featuring great savings for the Red Bull Indianapolis GP on Aug. 17-19 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway through a program presented by Yamaha Motor Corp., USA and IMS. Fans who purchase tickets at participating Yama ... Continue reading
Boston-Power Honored for EV Market Innovations And Commitments to Sustainability
Boston-Power, Inc., the rapidly growing provider of next-generation lithium-ion battery cells, has been named to the Sustainia100, a list of sustainable technologies that bring about economic, social, and environmental benefits and change. The Sustainia Award, presented for the most outstanding performance within susta ... Continue reading
Despite a high frequency of self-reported distracted driving habits (84% of new car buyers reported one or more experiences in the average month), the adoption of safety technologies is of greatest interest among American new car buyers. Safety technologies like back-up cameras, blind spot warning systems, and pedestri ... Continue reading
After a Year of Steering Vehicles Into the 'Cloud,' Agero's Innovation Chief Foresees No U-turn
A year after developing Hyundai's Blue Link one of the broadest cloud-based infotainment and service programs in the consumer vehicle market -- long-time connected vehicle service provider Agero envisions the sustained consumer frenzy over smartphone applications will continue to steer vehicle manufacturers towar ... Continue reading
Double Honours For Land Rover In Auto Express Awards
The Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery 4 are continuing their winning ways in the 2012 Auto Express Awards, taking top honours respectively as Best Compact SUV and Best Large SUV. ... Continue reading
New Peugeot 208 Awarded Key Accolade In The Week It Goes On Sale In The UK
Peugeot has been awarded two key awards at the prestigious Auto Express New Car Awards 2012 at a ceremony at the Grand Connaught Rooms, in London. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet And Amarok Pick Up Auto Express Awards
Volkswagen has received a duo of honours at the Auto Express New Car Awards 2012, with victories for the Golf Cabriolet and the Amarok pick-up. ... Continue reading
From Thursday 28 June to Saturday 30 June, more than 100 Ferrari clients from all over the world will discover places in Emilia Romagna and Tuscany connected to the birth of the manufacturer from Maranello, on the legendary roads of these Italian regions. ... Continue reading
Low Petrol Prices: 'Who Really Benefits' asks VACC
VACC, the peak automotive industry body in Victoria, has questioned the underlying causes of the current lower than average retail fuel prices for unleaded petrol in Melbourne. Pump prices are well below cost and VACC is concerned that independent service station owners are being compelled to sell fuel at a loss. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Jetta 118TSI is Australia's Most Affordable Medium Car to Own
Volkswagen's light-on-your-pocket Jetta 118TSI manual has just been announced as the least expensive car to own and run in the medium car category under $50,000 in the 2012 Car Operating Costs survey. ... Continue reading
All-New Honda Civic Hatch Lands In Australia
The all-new Honda Civic Hatch is now on sale in Honda dealerships around the country. ... Continue reading
Ready, Set..Go! Opel Australia Confirms Dealer Network in Lead-Up to Launch
Opel Australia today confirmed an impressive dealership line-up in a further step towards sales commencing in September this year. ... Continue reading
Nissan Holds 113th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today held its 113th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders at the National Convention Hall of Yokohama. The meeting lasted 2 hours 17 minutes, starting from 10:00 a.m. JST and concluding at 12:17 p.m. JST. A total of 1,188 shareholders attended the meeting. ... Continue reading
Olden Holdens for Shannons MotorEx Auction
Shannons have some great unmolested 'Sixties Holdens crossing the block at their July 22 Custom & Collectible Auction at Sydney's MotorEx - Australia's foremost rod and custom show that has become the international launchpad for many vehicle designers. ... Continue reading
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