Genuine Parts Company Announces 1st Quarter 2012 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call
Genuine Parts Company plans to release First Quarter Earnings on April 19, 2012. Management will also conduct a conference call on this date at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time. You are invited to join the call, which will be hosted by Chairman and CEO Tom Gallagher and Vice Chairman and CFO Jerry Nix. The public may access the ... Continue reading
Hyundai Set to Break All-time Sales Record in March
On the strength of a rapidly recovering new vehicle industry, Hyundai is poised to shatter its all-time record for monthly sales volume led by its stable of 40-mpg highway vehicles like Accent, Veloster M/T, Elantra and hybrid Sonata. Hyundai, the most fuel-efficient automaker in America according to the EPA, expects t ... Continue reading
Innova Debuts Pro CarScan Line of Tools
INNOVA(r) DEBUTS PRO CARSCAN(r) LINE OF TOOLS TO HELP PROFESSIONAL AUTOMOTIVE TECHS DIAGNOSE VEHICLES QUICKER, ACCURATELY Innova Electronics Corporation today announced the debut of its new line of professional-grade automotive diagnostic tools, marketed under the Innova Pro CarScan(r) name. This series of handheld dev ... Continue reading
2012 Mazda5 Review By Thom Cannell
By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Authors Note: No attempt at completeness, simply comments on one weekâs driving experienceâbalanced against decades of experience and hundreds of comparisons. It has been a very good week with the Mazda5, a favorite people and cargo mover. It look ... Continue reading
Solar Gard Launches New Window Film That Delivers Vital UV Protection to Drivers Around the World
Solar Gard, an industry-leading manufacturer of architectural and automotive window films, today announced its launch of a clear UV-protectant window film for vehicles. Solar Gard Ultragard UV window film protects drivers and passengers from harmful sun exposure without altering driving visibility or the appearance of ... Continue reading
When customers are highly satisfied with their vehicle's original tires, they are more likely to be loyal to the vehicle brand at the time of their next purchase, according to the 2012 J.D. Power and Associates U.S. Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study. a) In addition to increasing the likelihood of them ... Continue reading
Lexus Crafting a New Approach to Customer Relationships
When Lexus was established 23 years ago, it was dedicated to providing the best customer service experience in the industry. Lexus' commitment to that goal is reflected in its top position in the J.D. Power and Associates Customer Satisfaction Index for 15 years, including the past four in a row. Now, Lexus is raising ... Continue reading
EVI Launches 500 Zero Emission Medium Duty Truck Deployment Initiative
Electric Vehicles International (EVI), a leader in electric and hybrid vehicle development and sales, today announced a major initiative that will help implement Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr.'s recently issued Executive Order to achieve widespread deployment of zero-emission vehicles throughout California. EVI is launch ... Continue reading
Head Injuries Are Most Common Injury in Teen Crashes
More Than 55,000 teen drivers and teen passengers seriously injured each year According to a new teen driver safety report released today by The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and State Farm, from among more than 55,000 teen drivers and their passengers seriously injured each year in 2009 and 2010, 30 perce ... Continue reading
Grand Am GT - AIM Autosport Team FXDD Looking Forward to Racing Ferrari 458 Italia At Barber
Woodbridge, March 28, 2012: AIM Autosport Team FXDD is excitedly looking forward to racing its Ferrari 458 Italia GT Grand-Am in the upcoming race at Barber Motorsports Park, near Birmingham, Ala., the site of round two of the 2012 Rolex Sports Car Series. The team has been hard at work during the eight-week break sinc ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venues - Schedule Of Events 3.29 - 4.1.012
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! The CARNIVAL is in town at Thunderhill Raceway Thursday -Sunday! Friday Night Under the Lights....Open Test-n-Tune - free to the grandstands! 6:00p - 11:00p. Bailey's Burgers 'Friday Steak Night Dinner' from 7:30p-10p. Located in the grandstands concession area (more information to follow.) Satu ... Continue reading
Grand Am Prototype - SunTrust Duo Looks To Resume Rolex Series Season On Right Foot In Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, March 28, 2012: Itâs doubtful there ever was a racetrack that looked as good to the SunTrust Racing duo of Max Angelelli and Ricky Taylor as Barber Motorsports Park on the outskirts of Birmingham, Ala., the setting for Saturdayâs GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series Porsche 250. The 2.3-mile, 17-turn ... Continue reading
Special Event News - New NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race Format Places Premium On Winning Segments
DAYTONA BEACH, March 28, 2012: The 28th running of the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race will provide some additional incentive for drivers to win one of the four segments heading into the final 10-lap shootout, as the emphasis on winning and pit road strategy have never been more prevalent in this special night of NASCAR st ... Continue reading
NHRA Top Fuel - New Points Leader Schumacher, Brown Targeting SummitRacing.com NHRA Nationals
LAS VEGAS, March 28, 2012: With failure never an option, U.S. Army NHRA Top Fuel drivers Tony âThe Sargeâ� Schumacher and Antron Brown travel to The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Friday through Sunday for the SummitRacing.com NHRA Nationals. Coming off a second straight final-round appearance in Gain ... Continue reading
Noticing the signs of a distracted teen driver and talking to teens about the consequences are first steps parents can take to help improve road safety. This April marks the third annual National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy is joining forces with advocacy groups, including Impac ... Continue reading
20 Leading Armoured Vehicles Companies Reviewed
Armoured vehicles are central to military operational deployments, whether they are humanitarian or combat in nature. The utility of armoured vehicles has been clearly evident over the past decade within Iraq and Afghanistan, as troops have used armoured vehicles for engagement, troop transfer, and patrol duties. ... Continue reading
Over the past two years Strategic Vision has collected political party choice on more than 38,700 (76,103 two-year total) new vehicle buyers with some fascinating discoveries. A slight majority of new vehicle buyers state they are Republican (37% vs. 31% Democrat). However, this changes when specific product segments a ... Continue reading
IAC Group Names James K. Kamsickas Global Chief Executive Officer
International Automotive Components (IAC) Group has appointed James K. Kamsickas as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective April 15, 2012. Kamsickas previously served as global co-chief executive officer and president of North America and Asia. Jens R. Hohnel, who served as global co-chief executive officer and presi ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Nissan Motor Automotive Company Profile, SWOT & Financial Report
Research and Markets has announced the addition of iCD Research's new company profile "Nissan Motor Co., Ltd: Automotive Company Profile, SWOT & Financial Report" to their offering. 'Nissan Motor Co., Ltd: Automotive Company Profile, SWOT & Financial Reportâ' ICD Research's "Nissan Motor Co., Ltd: Automotive Company P ... Continue reading
Fuel Cell Company Tropical S.A. Announces Strategic Private Investment Infusion
Investment to drive international expansion and commercial launch of brand new products Tropical S.A. today announced its first investment round by an independent private investor. Proceeds from the investment will go toward international expansion and new product development. "This is a great opportunity for us to acc ... Continue reading
Helfman FIAT to Hold Grand Opening Tonight in Houston
Chrysler Group LLC announced today the opening of Helfman FIAT in Houston, Texas. Helfman FIAT joins 142 open FIAT studios in 39 states across the U.S. This striking new FIAT studio, located at 7720 Katy Freeway in Houston, was built from the ground up just yards away from Helfman Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram and a stone's ... Continue reading
AAA Clubs Help Older Drivers Keep Driving Safely
Brain fitness company Posit Science has joined with select AAA clubs and the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety to roll-out a new computer program designed to help seniors drive safely and extend their years behind the wheel, according to company officials attending the American Society on Aging Conference in Washington ... Continue reading
The new 2013 Ford Taurus SHO will hit movie screens across the country as part of its integration into Screen Gems' highly anticipated film "Think Like a Man," based on Steve Harvey's best-selling book, which opens in theaters April 20. The new 2013 Taurus, arriving in dealers now, will be part of a scene that features ... Continue reading
New Mercedes-Benz Plant in Hungary Produces Compact Cars
Daimler started production at its new passenger car plant in Kecskemet today. Passenger cars are now rolling off the assembly line in Hungary less than four years after the location decision was made in summer 2008. Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, Pl ... Continue reading
Re-Styled 2013 Subaru Outback to Debut at 2012 New York International Auto Show
New BOXER engine with higher power and better efficiency Up to 30 mpg highway with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive New second-generation Lineartronic CVT Redesigned front styling Smoother, quieter ride New convenience and audio features Available EyeSight driver-assist system with: Pre-Collision Braking System C ... Continue reading
Infiniti M35h More Fleet Friendly For 2012
Already a world record-holder for acceleration and a real-world fuel economy champion to boot, Infiniti's M35h hybrid for 2012 makes more sense than ever to UK fleets. ... Continue reading
HRH The Duke Of York Makes Inaugural Visit To Apprentice Academy
Colleagues at Mercedes-Benz UK Limited were delighted on Wednesday morning when His Royal Highness The Duke of York called in as the first guest to be welcomed to its new Apprentice Training facility. ... Continue reading
Ford 'Speed Limiter' Provides Peace Of Mind Through The Safety Cameras
Horsepower, precision handling and advance technology may stir the passions of car buyers, but with the number of speed cameras increasing across Europe, a Ford feature that allows drivers to limit their top speed has become an unlikely favourite. ... Continue reading
Disguised Renault ZOE caught charging around Australia
Just weeks after the all-new Renault ZOE was revealed at the Geneva Motor Show, the brand's new hero has been spied testing Down Under. A heavily camouflaged Renault ZOE was seen driving in both Melbourne and Perth accompanied by a team of Renault Z.E. technical experts. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors' top Service Technicians and Service Advisors recognised
Queensland claimed a double win with the Mitsubishi Technician of the Year title going to Rod Howes from Blue Ribbon Mitsubishi, Ipswich, while Carla Smith from Len Patti Mitsubishi, Toowoomba, took out Mitsubishi's Service Advisor of the Year. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Australia group to distribute Fiat and Alfa Romeo brands in Australia
The Chrysler Australia group has announced it will act as the distributor for Fiat and Alfa Romeo brands in Australia from 1st May, 2012. ... Continue reading
Isuzu Ute Partner with Morcombe Foundation
Isuzu UTE Australia are proud to announce a new partnership with the Daniel Morcombe Foundation (DMF) that will see a brand new vehicle supplied to the foundation to enable Bruce and Denise Morcombe to continue their outstanding work by talking and meeting with members of communities throughout Queensland and Australia ... Continue reading
High Performance Multi-Purpose Jump Starters from Projecta offer Starting plus Portable Power
Robust and compact in design the new range features high quality AGM batteries, intelligent microprocessor controlled safeguard protection and convenient 12 Volt accessory sockets. The program includes a 12V 900A, 12V 1200A, 12V 2000A and a 12/24V 2200A Jump Starter catering for cars, SUV's, 4WD and the ultimate unit c ... Continue reading
VACC Statement: Deliberate Drive-Offs from Service Stations
VACC represents independent service stations in Victoria through its Service Stations and Convenience Stores Division. VACC has worked closely with Victoria Police, and will continue to work closely with Victoria Police, to address the issue of deliberate drive-off thefts from service stations. ... Continue reading
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