2014 AMG Pricing: SLS AMG Black Series & C63 AMG Edition 507
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today announced pricing for the 2014 SLS AMG Black Series coupe and the 2014 C63 AMG Edition 507 sedan and coupe. Both models are part of an exclusive lineup of high-performance AMG models available at all U.S. Mercedes-Benz dealers. The Manufacturerâs Suggested Retail Pricing for the MY1 ... Continue reading
IHS Inc. , the leading global source of critical information and analytics, has been granted early termination of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 and plans to close its acquisition of R.L. Polk & Co. during the week of July 15, subject to the satisfaction of customary c ... Continue reading
Traveling with Kids This Summer? Fast Park offers tips, tricks, giveaways and sweepstakes
CINCINNATI--July 3, 2013: Summer vacations are on many family agendas, but let's face it - traveling with children can be a challenge. For decades, Fast Park, the leading offsite airport parking company, has provided a relaxing start to any trip. This month Fast Park is going a step further to assist parents and caregi ... Continue reading
'Strong' 2014 Chevy Silverado Anthem Debuts July 4
Song written especially for Silverado Spot airs first in Texas markets, rolls out nationally later in July The all-new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado will be celebrated in a marketing campaign created to speak to the heart of the full-size pickup market. The campaign, featuring an original song by Grammy-nominated recordi ... Continue reading
KIA MOTORS AMERICA ANNOUNCES JUNE SALES
U.S.-Built* Optima is Best-Seller for 19th straight Month;Cadenza Premium Sedan Gains Momentum in First Full Month of Sales U.S.-Built* Optima is Best-Seller for 19th straight Month;Cadenza Premium Sedan Gains Momentum in First Full Month of Sales Kia Motors America (KMA) today reported sales in excess of 50,000 uni ... Continue reading
Five Questions with GM's Connect Car Guru, Mary Chan
Getting to know the president of GMâs new Global Connected Consumer unit Mary Chan joined General Motors 13 months ago in the newly created role of President of Global Connected Consumer. She has responsibility over global infotainment as well as OnStarâs global business operations, reporting to GM Vice Ch ... Continue reading
ALG Report: Used Market Supply Outlook on the Rise; Current Incentives Up
Upward trend in U.S. used car supply continues to affect values Residual values for automobiles are changing little edition-over-edition, according to the latest ALG Industry Report, but the outlook on used market supply has increased, which may lead to lower values in the future. The ALG Industry Report, which summari ... Continue reading
Autobytel and the American Muscle Car Love Affair
Autobytel Editor-in-Chief Michelle Naranjo's love of cars started at an early age as the daughter of auto enthusiast parents who painted the front door of her childhood home to match the color of her dad's orange 1975 Ford Bronco. Through the years, she's test driven and reviewed hundreds of vehicles but nothing comes ... Continue reading
Pedeta-Purchases Expected to Rise
Pedata RV Center Announces RV Purchases Expected to Rise this Year Pedata RV Center is increasing the number of motorhomes for sale, as well as other types of RVs. They anticipate that the number of people vacationing in recreational vehicles will increase over the travel season of Spring/Summer 2013. According the to ... Continue reading
Members of the Fuel Rewards Network (FRN) program have already saved more than $160 million at the pump, and now the FRN program is taking that message across the nation with their Great American Fuel Price Relief Tour. Kicked off last month as part of the celebration of the first anniversary of the FRN program, the to ... Continue reading
Wednesday, 03 July 2013 09:00 With the 4th of July almost upon us, preparations are ramping up in my hometown of Dayton, Ohio, for barbecues, fireworks displays, and neighborhood parades. In Dayton, and in communities across our nation, Americans are looking forward to Independence Day â a time to remember and cel ... Continue reading
Car dealerships continue to evolve to meet demands of online consumers
Detailed interior pages on dealer sites are becoming more common When making a big decision like purchasing a new vehicle, most consumers do their homework. But what are the most trusted places to get information on new vehicles? These days, many consumers are seeking out the detailed information pages on dealership we ... Continue reading
Award Winning A2B e-Bikes feature Lithium Ion Batteries, an Innovative Motor and Propulsion System -- A2B, leading electric bike manufacturer, announces their official participation in "Ride the Future Tour" â the largest green event and electric vehicle adventure of the year. A2B will provide various e-Bikes to d ... Continue reading
U.S. June Auto Sales Top Expectations
From AIADA June was the U.S. auto market’s best month in six years. Manufacturers sold 1,404,434 vehicles, resulting in a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 15.96 million units. Pick-up sales, up 22.3 percent from a year ago, along with compact vehicles, up 20.6 percent, led the segments in gains. Nissan Motor ... Continue reading
Ford engineers are developing a highly flexible, first-of-its-kind, patented technology to rapidly form sheet metal parts for low-volume production applications Once fully developed, the technology will allow for lower costs and ultrafast delivery times for prototypes â within three business days versus convention ... Continue reading
Cincinnati Automotive Parts Company Tailors Promotion to Help World War II Veterans
Smyth Automotive Parts Plus Launches July Promotion to Benefit Honor Flight Network Starting July 1, Smyth Automotive Parts Plus will be donating ten cents for every quart of Parts Plus or Everest Brand oil purchased to the Honor Flight Network. The promotion will last through the entire month of July with hopes of rai ... Continue reading
AutoNation Announces Total Retail New Vehicle Unit Sales of 25,162 in June 2013
Total retail new vehicle unit sales in June 2013 increased 10% versus June 2012 - On a daily selling rate basis, total retail new vehicle unit sales increased 14% versus June 2012 -- AutoNation, Inc. , America's largest automotive retailer, today announced that its total retail new vehicle unit sales in June 2013, as r ... Continue reading
Kelley Blue Book Highlights Fourth Of July New-Car Deals
KBB.com Reports on Financing, Cash Incentive, Lease Deals on Popular Models from Acura, Ford, Honda, Lexus, Toyota KBB.com Reports on Financing, Cash Incentive, Lease Deals on Popular Models from Acura, Ford, Honda, Lexus, Toyota Holidays are historically an ideal time for new-car shopping, and the experts from Kelley ... Continue reading
RECALL - 2012 Toyota Yaris Vehicles
TORRANCE, CA July 2, 2013 â Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. today announced that it will conduct a voluntary safety recall involving approximately 74 Model Year 2012 Toyota Yaris vehicles. In the involved vehicles, a relay in the Power Steering Control Module of the electronic power steering system could experience ... Continue reading
Avego Ridesharing Activity Grows 8,825% in BART Strike Chaos
Thousands of additional seats available this morning all across Bay Area Commuters stranded by the BART strike have been turning to carpooling in record numbers as jammed freeways, sky-high parking fines and excessive taxi-style fares have obliterated the day-to-day quality of life of hundreds of thousands of frustrate ... Continue reading
Scuderia Ferrari Driver Alonso Visits Shell Fuel Laboratory
Hamburg Germany July 3, 2013; The two-time Formula 1 World Champion and Scuderia Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso, 31, visited the Shell Technology Centre Hamburg on Wednesday Among other things, the Spaniard went to see laboratories and test facilities in the heart of the motor fuel research and development department a ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. is highlighting how its most advanced active, passive and integrated safety technologies are laying the foundation to enable semi-autonomous driving at this year's Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA), International Motorshow in Frankfurt, Germany. ... Continue reading
NCSR: July 4th Ranks as Second Riskiest Summer Holiday for Red-Light Running
WASHINGTON, July 3, 2013: This Independence Day, thousands of cars will hit the road as Americans celebrate summer with family and friends. According to the National Coalition for Safer Roads (NCSR), July 4th ranked as the second riskiest summer holiday for drivers when it comes to red-light running â with more th ... Continue reading
BMW Announces Leadership Change at its South Carolina Plant
Josef Kerscher to depart for new role in Germany, Manfred Erlacher to succeed Kerscher. Josef Kerscher, who since 2007 has been President of BMW Manufacturing Co. in Spartanburg, South Carolina, will assume new responsibilities as Managing Director of BMW Plant Dingolfing in Bavaria, Germany. Taking over from Kerscher ... Continue reading
Seat Leon Crowned 2013 Auto Express Car Of The Year
The SEAT Leon has won the prestigious Car of the Year 2013 prize at the annual Auto Express New Car Awards. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Amarok Scoops Best Pick-Up Honour At The 2013 Auto Express Awards
Volkswagen's highly-acclaimed Amarok has scooped the award for 'Best Pick-Up' for the second consecutive year at the Auto Express New Car Awards. ... Continue reading
Triple Win For Land Rover At Auto Express Awards
Land Rover vehicles have again proved they can do battle with the best, scooping three top prizes at the annual Auto Express Awards. ... Continue reading
Giovanni Soldini And Maserati Ready For A New Challenge
Maserati S.p.A. has just announced Giovanni Soldini's next challenge at the helm of the 70 ft Maserati monohull: they will participate in the 47th Transpac Race. Together with Soldini will be a nine-member crew, including John Elkann, owner of Maserati. ... Continue reading
Simply Alfa Romeo - 30th June 2013
Simply Alfa Romeo succeeded in turning the Beaulieu parkland mostly red as over 200 of these stunning Italian vehicles sped into Beaulieu to soak up the sun on a perfect day. ... Continue reading
All-Time Record Month for Audi in Australia
Audi Australia has finished the first half of 2013 with an increase of 17.3% over last year, delivering 1,205 more vehicles to customers in the first six months ... Continue reading
The New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé and Cabriolet - Pricing Announced
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific has announced pricing and specifications for the new E-Class Coupé and Cabriolet models. ... Continue reading
Audi A1 Sportback 'S line Competition' Limited Edition Arrives in Australia
Audi Australia has announced a new Limited Edition model in the A1 Sportback range. Only 200 units of an exclusive S line Competition model will be available to customers, priced at just $35,500. ... Continue reading
Manor Born Rolls tops Shannons Melbourne Auction
Nostalgia loosened purse strings at Shannons Melbourne Winter Auction on July 1, with classic British and American vehicles and 'garagenalia' lots in high demand. ... Continue reading
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