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Better Place Consortium Delivers EU Showcase in Amsterdam

Better Place Consortium Delivers EU Showcase in Amsterdam

AMSTERDAM--Better Place today announced that it is taking another step forward in Europe by bringing its award-winning electric car network solution, beginning with the launch of a marque electric taxi project at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The company also announced the appointment of Paul Harms as CEO of Better Place ... Continue reading

Statement on Labor Day by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis +Video

Statement on Labor Day by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis +Video

WASHINGTON September 3, 2012; Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis issued the following statement today to commemorate Labor Day on Sept. 3: "On the first Monday of September, we honor the workers who built the world's strongest economy. This Labor Day, as the U.S. Department of Labor approaches our centennial celebration ... Continue reading

The New Mercedes Benz Citan: The Efficient Urban Delivery Van

The New Mercedes Benz Citan: The Efficient Urban Delivery Van

The performance of a giant and the thirst of a sparrow - the new Mercedes Benz Citan is the efficient urban delivery van. The new Citan combines minimal CO2 emissions with great driving pleasure as well as great performance and low maintenance costs like no other city van. The standard consumption of the Citan BlueEFFI ... Continue reading

The SEAT Toledo is Back

The SEAT Toledo is Back

The Toledo is back! The new saloon car from the Spanish SEAT brand combines design and utility, dynamism and efficiency, quality and value-for-money as never before. With generous space, great flexibility and an excellent price-performance ratio, the new Toledo appeals to customers seeking a practical, high-quality and ... Continue reading

Škoda Auto One of Czech Republic's Most Attractive Employers

Škoda Auto One of Czech Republic's Most Attractive Employers

trendence Graduate Barometer" ranks Škoda Auto third-most attractive employer in the Czech Republic in 2012, handing the company the title of "advancer of the year." In addition, Škoda scored tops in the individual categories of "Best human resources advertising,"Best recruiter" and "Best career fair presence." ... Continue reading

The Peugeot 208 GTi Gets the Green Light

The Peugeot 208 GTi Gets the Green Light

Following the successful launch of the new 208 in June 2012, Peugeot has rejuvenated the diverse Supermini car segment. This new model revolutionises customer choice with its elegance, style, compactness, occupant space and equipment. The 208 has been an instant success and the 208 GTi will deliver even stronger desira ... Continue reading

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Russia Adds a Second Shift

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Russia Adds a Second Shift

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Russia (TMMR) today added a second shift to increase production of the successful Toyota Camry model. ... Continue reading

Jaguar Announces Speed Pack for XFR

Jaguar Announces Speed Pack for XFR

Jaguar's powerful XFR sports saloon has just got even faster with the introduction of a new optional Speed Pack. ... Continue reading

BMW Model Upgrading in Autumn 2012.

BMW Model Upgrading in Autumn 2012.

Starting in the autumn of 2012, BMW will be sending out highly attractive signals in the areas of sportiness, versatility and efficiency with new engine variants and equipment features for the latest models within the compact and midrange segments. For the very first time, the intelligent four-wheel drive system BMW xD ... Continue reading

Automotive Treasures at the Fourth Schloss Bensberg Classics

Automotive Treasures at the Fourth Schloss Bensberg Classics

For the fourth time, the Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg will become the setting of one of the highest-quality events for classic cars: highlights are the Concours d'Elégance with some of the world's most valuable and refined vehicles, as well as a star-studded Rallye Historique. In addition, this year will offer two spec ... Continue reading

Nissan in Russia

Nissan in Russia

The innovation and excitement that's infused into every Nissan product clearly appeals to new car buyers in Russia. With almost 140,000 sales in the last calendar year sales were up by a massive 75 per cent over 2010. ... Continue reading

Maxime Picat is Appointed Managing Director for the Peugeot Brand

Maxime Picat is Appointed Managing Director for the Peugeot Brand

Maxime Picat is appointed as Managing Director for the Peugeot Brand, within the Brand Direction from the 1st October 2012. He will replace Vincent Rambaud. ... Continue reading

HELLA Equips Trucks and Off-Roaders with High Performance Lighting

HELLA Equips Trucks and Off-Roaders with High Performance Lighting

Whether you're driving an SUV over rough terrain or trucking across hundreds of miles of highway, good vision is a must - not only for your own safety but for the protection of all road users. In its new truck and off-road promotion, lighting expert HELLA is presenting the latest lighting products and offering comprehe ... Continue reading

Ford of Europe to Detail Major Product Acceleration at Special "Go Further" Event in Amsterdam on Sept. 6

Ford of Europe to Detail Major Product Acceleration at Special "Go Further" Event in Amsterdam on Sept. 6

The live event hosted by Ford CEO Alan Mulally, Ford of Europe Chairman Stephen Odell and other senior Ford executives at the new Ziggo Dome arena will run from 13:30 to 15:00 CET (7:30-9:00 ET and 12:30-1400 GMT). ... Continue reading

FMCS Statement on Mediation Between General Motors and Workers in Bogota, Colombia

FMCS Statement on Mediation Between General Motors and Workers in Bogota, Colombia

At the request of the parties, the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service has provided mediation assistance in Bogota, Colombia to Colmotores GM and representatives of ASOTRECOL (an organization of former and current GM Colmotores workers alleging injuries that are job related to their work at the General Motors fa ... Continue reading

Garmin Announces New In-Dash Navigation Features for Select 2013 Model Year Chrysler and Dodge Vehicles

Garmin Announces New In-Dash Navigation Features for Select 2013 Model Year Chrysler and Dodge Vehicles

Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. , the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the next generation of its award-recognized navigation system built into Chrysler vehicles. The new Garmin solution is part of the Chrysler Uconnect 8.4N infotainment system and includes several new features an ... Continue reading

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