The Truckers are Not Happy with Rhode Island
Today, the American Trucking Associations urged rejection of a truck-only toll scheme proposed by Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo this week. "ATA is very disappointed with Governor Raimondo's proposal to address Rhode Island's infrastructure investment deficit solely on the back of the trucking industry," said ATA ... Continue reading
NICB Warns: Texas Storms Leave Thousands of Vehicles Flooded
Unsuspecting used-car buyers could end up "soaked" DES PLAINES, IL -- May 29, 2015: As Texas and parts of the South-Central U.S. recover from record-breaking rainfall and widespread flooding, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) stands ready to assist law enforcement agencies, insurance and car rental companies w ... Continue reading
Coming Soon: SRT Tomahawk Vision Gran Turismo
FCA US LLC has revealed new images of the SRT Tomahawk Vision Gran Turismo, a single-seat hybrid powertrain concept vehicle, to be released exclusively in Gran Turismo®6. ... Continue reading
Suzuki Holds Opening Ceremony of the New Automobile Plant in Indonesia
Suzuki Motor Corporation has held an opening ceremony of the new automobile assembly plant (Cikarang Plant) on 29 May, 2015, which was completed within the Greenland International Industrial Center (GIIC) located in Bekasi Regency, east of Jakarta, by PT. Suzuki Indomobil Motor (SIM), Suzukis subsidiary in Indonesia. ... Continue reading
Land Rover has gone back to the place where it all began to start a year-long celebration of the iconic Defender. A unique 1km sand drawing at Red Wharf Bay in Anglesey, UK, marks the launch of three exclusive limited edition models and the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the Defender story.</p> <p>As UK produc ... Continue reading
Ram Truck and the FCA Foundation Give $100,000 to Support Flood-Stricken Central Texas
Ram Truck and the FCA Foundation today announced the donation of $100,000 to the First Response Team of America, a disaster relief organization which is providing recovery and relief support to residents in flood-stricken central-Texas communities. "Ram Truck and the FCA Foundation are committed to helping our friends ... Continue reading
UK Buskers Line Up for Toyota's Feeling the Street Competition
Last few days of online voting to create the ultimate street band Feeling the Street, Toyotaâs global competition to find the worldâs best buskers and form the ultimate street band, enters its final few days of online voting with four UK-based acts in with a chance of success. The public have until 3 June to ... Continue reading
One year after its market launch the new V-Class has already been delivered to more than 20 000 customers. As a result, the new V-Class has become a truly successful model among MPVs within just a very short period of time. In the first year since its market launch the V-Class has sold 25 percent more vehicles than the ... Continue reading
In South Africaâs Eastern Cape province, the one millionth passenger car has rolled of the assembly line in the Mercedes-Benz East London plant - a white C-Class Sedan in right-hand drive. The new C‑Class is being produced in East London since May 2014. It is already the fourth generation of the highest-volu ... Continue reading
Honda, Our Perspectives: Plain Speaking on the Takata Defect Announcement
Last week, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a formal defect determination by Takata related to front airbag inflators installed in vehicles from more than 10 automakers. While the headlines that followed focused on the millions of vehicles potentially involved, regrettably, most driv ... Continue reading
Statement by American Honda Regarding Takata Airbag Inflator Recalls
Approximately 350,000 vehicles1 to be added to the prior passenger airbag inflator recall Vehicles previously covered by voluntary national driver airbag inflator Safety Improvement Campaigns (14V-351 and 15V-153) will transition into a formal recall with no new additional vehicles requiring repair Honda will add appro ... Continue reading
EPA Proposes Renewable Fuel Obligations for 2014-2016
Proposed numbers lower than originally called for by Congress, representing a more realistic policy. May 29, 2015 Page ContentâWASHINGTON â The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) this morning issued a proposed rule establishing renewable volume obligations (RVOs) for 2014 â 2016. The proposed numbers, ... Continue reading
Mark Reuss to Pace Detroit Grand Prix in Corvette Z06
GM executive, motorsports fan will lead the pack at the Chevrolet Dual DETROIT -- May 29, 2015: Mark Reuss, the top product development executive at General Motors and avid motorsports fan, will pace drivers behind the wheel of a Corvette Z06 this weekend for the Chevrolet Dual in Detroit presented by Quicken Loans. Th ... Continue reading
Ford Expands Recall for Vehicles Containing Certain Takata Airbag Inflators
Ford is expanding its safety recalls on vehicles that have certain Takata airbag inflators after Takata declared that those inflators are defective, bringing the total number of Ford vehicles recalled for Takata airbag inflators to 1,509,535 vehicles to date. ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com forecasts that 1,591,221 new cars and trucks will be sold in the U.S. in May for an estimated Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR) of 17.4 million. The projected sales will be a 9.6 percent increase from April 2015, and a 0.9 percent decrease from May 2014. "The industry continued on its upward trajectory ... Continue reading
Autotrader Names 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates
For many, graduating college is a milestone like no other â it represents a new chapter, a proud accomplishment and, fortunately or unfortunately, financial independence. Luckily for graduates who are in the market for a new car to suit their post-college lifestyle, Autotrader'seditors say now is a great time to m ... Continue reading
New Volvo V60 with Westport Technology on View at World Gas Conference
New System Available on 2016 Volvo Drive-E Family Engines ~ VANCOUVER, May 29, 2015 - Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT / NASDAQ: WPRT), engineering the world's most advanced natural gas engines and vehicles, today announced the opportunity to view Westport's new combustion technology in Volvo Car Group's new Drive-E ... Continue reading
Redesigned FCA Owner apps offer a wide range of VIN-specific information Owners can access maintenance schedules, service history, recall notices and more "Augmented reality" function, beginning with 2015 models, allows owners to use camera feature on mobile devices to scan and identify instrument panel icons Industry- ... Continue reading
Honda and Acura Financial Services Launch Digital Campaign for 2015 College Grads
Partnering with YouTube influencers to help grads understand car buying and save some money TORRANCE, CA -- May 29, 2015: Seeking to connect with graduating college students, American Honda Finance Corporation (AHFC) has launched two digital campaigns promoting their Honda and Acura College Grad programs. GradDad from ... Continue reading
Coolgo Mini Electric Scooter--looking for an agent
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Preview: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe By Henny Hemmes
Text Henny Hemmes Senior European Edito The Auto Channel MUNICH, Germany, February 1, 2014. BMW has just released the details of the upcoming four-door variant of the 4 Series. The Gran Coupe is meant for those who think the 3 Series sedan is a bit too mainstream. After the 5 Series and 6 Series, the 4 Series is the th ... Continue reading
AAA Elects First Canadian Executive as Chairman of National Board
Leading the Association into new era of connected cars and automotive technologies ORLANDO, Fla., May 28, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Don Main, President of Main Group, Incorporated, and past Chairman of the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), was elected chairman of the AAA Board of Directors at the 112th AAA A ... Continue reading
Altair and CAR Extend the 2015 Enlighten Award Nomination Deadline
Nominations for the automotive industry award to recognize achievements in vehicle lightweighting has been extended to Friday, June 26, 2015 (www.altairenlighten.com/award). Sponsored by Altair and the Center for Automotive Research (CAR), the judging committee, comprised of industry and academia thought leaders, elect ... Continue reading
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