Friday, February 4, 2011

NADA: Auto Retailing Will Help Lead the Economic Recovery

Highlights from NADA Chairman Ed Tonkin’s remarks at the International Automotive Roundtable hosted by J.D. Power and Associates: SAN FRANCISCO Feb. 4, 2011; Ed Tonkin, chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), highlighted several factors that will lead to a strong year in auto retailing, the ... Continue reading

JTG Daugherty Racing Announces 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Line-up

CORNELIUS, February 4, 2010: JTG Daugherty Racing is proud to announce their sponsor line-up for the No. 47 Toyota Camry as 2000 Series champion Bobby Labonte competes for a spot in the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Chase. “Thanks to our sponsors we are primed to meet our ultimate goal and that’s to be in the ... Continue reading

Tarquini And Dudukalo Test At Lleida

Only a few days afther they tested in Barcelona last week, SUNRED Engineering moved to Lleida, located in the middle of Catalunya region, for another test session. <p> Gabriele Tarquini and Russian youngster Aleksey Dudukalo shared testing duties for two days with very low temperatures. <p> “We had to work hard on ... Continue reading

Service Fusion: Bell Pools Support Network

<b>OEM brings subsidiaries under single banner to project 'common look, common feel' for operators. By Andrew Parker, Rotor And Wing Senior Editor</b> In an effort to make things simple for customers, Bell Helicopter Textron has brought six former subsidiaries under its corporate umbrella. Edwards & Associates, Rotor B ... Continue reading

New 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible Makes Its Worldwide Auto Show Debut at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show

2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible will make its worldwide auto show debut at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show, starting with the media days on February 9th. Consumers can check out the new convertible February 11 – 20 at McCormick Place, the home of the 103rd edition of the Chicago Auto Show. Redesigned, re-engine ... Continue reading

Online Vehicle Shopping Influences Dealership Choice, According to New Study

Consumers who use the Internet to shop for a new vehicle spend an average of 18-19 hours researching new and used vehicle purchases, according to the recent Automotive Buyer Influence Study conducted by Polk and AutoTrader.com. ... Continue reading

Navy Federal Launches Auto Buying Program

Navy Federal Credit Union has recently launched an auto referral program designed to make it easier for members to save on their next new or used vehicle. This program offers members a VIP experience at participating dealerships with pre-arranged new and used vehicle pricing. "Navy Federal's Auto Buying Program will he ... Continue reading

Car and Driver Launches Expanded Used Car Shopping Experience for Car Buyers

ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Car and Driver, the world's largest automotive enthusiast publication, today announced the launch of an online automotive shopping experience that combines the company’s 55-year-old trusted brand with an inventory of millions of used vehicles. “Consumers know they can rely on Car a ... Continue reading

National Corn Growers Association Becomes Official Partner Of NASCAR

DAYTONA BEACH, Feb. 3, 2011: As the 2011 NASCAR season launches with a new, greener fuel, the nation’s corn growers are joining forces with NASCAR to promote the use of corn-based American Ethanol. As an Official Partner of NASCAR, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) will leverage their relationship to au ... Continue reading

Mercedes/Petronas GP Test Report - Valencia Day Three

The first winter test of the 2011 Formula One season concluded in Valencia today with Michael Schumacher rounding off the three-day programme for the MERCEDES GP PETRONAS team. The focus was once again on reliability and mileage accumulation with the new MGP W02 car, as well as giving Michael the opportunity to familia ... Continue reading

The Announcing the 14th Running of the BFGoodrich/Skip Barber National Presented By Mazda

Lakeville, Conn. (Feb. 3). Heading in to the 2011 race season, the BFGoodrich/Skip Barber National presented by Mazda announces a revised schedule and series operation changes. Dedicated to the development of aspiring race car drivers, the Skip Barber National is an open wheel, entry-level, equal car championship that ... Continue reading

Blue Water Resort and Casino Parker 425 Preview

Charlotte, February 3, 2011: Making his first appearance in the Parker 425 since 2008, Robby Gordon will be racing among some of the top off-road racers in the country. Along with Gordon, the impressive field of 34 Trick Trucks includes BJ Baldwin, Andy McMillin, and celebrity custom motorcycle builder, Jesse James, ju ... Continue reading

Track Video Update - NOLA Motorsports Park is Daytona Bound

As track construction nears completion, NOLA Motorsports Park announces sponsorship of Louisiana native Hal Martin, the "Ragin' Cajun" in the ARCA racing series presented by Menards. The NOLA Motorsports Park sponsored car will be unveiled for the first race of the season at Daytona International Speedway on February 1 ... Continue reading

New Addition for Progress Skoda in 2011

Progress Skoda is starting 2011 in style with the launch of a new showroom in Northampton. ... Continue reading

Kia Retail Sales Strong As New Car Sales Show Fall One Year on From Scrappage

Kia Motors sold 3,100 new vehicles in January - a fall of 38 per cent compared to the same month last year when the Government's scrappage scheme was in full swing - with its retail-only sales soaring by almost 70 per cent. ... Continue reading

900,000th Mazda MX-5 to Set New Guinness World Record

The world's most popular roadster, the Mazda MX-5, sets a new record this week when total production of Mazda Motor Corporation's iconic sportscar passes 900,000 units on 4 February, 2011. This significant milestone has been achieved 21 years and 10 months after mass production of the first-generation MX-5 commenced in ... Continue reading

BMW Australia Reveals M Sport Package For Popular X1.

BMW Australia today announced details of its exclusive M Sport package for the highly popular X1. ... Continue reading

Optima-istic Start To The Year For Kia

Kia Motors Australia has literally launched into the new year, unveiling the all new Optima at the Australian Tennis Open in the middle of January. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Marks The Year With The Extension Of Carlton Football Club Partnership

Hyundai Motor Company Australia has announced it has re-signed with Carlton Football Club, continuing their existing joint major sponsorship agreement for an additional three years. ... Continue reading

Skoda UK Teams Up With Rally SunSeeker

Skoda UK will continue its support of British rallying when it becomes the Official Vehicle Partner to Rallye Sunseeker (February 25-26), the opening round of the 2011 Dulux Trade MSA British Rally Championship. ... Continue reading

Keep Britain Moving - Newsletter Issue 1

Welcome to the first edition of Keep Britain Moving, our new regular newsletter which is here to keep you up to date with the latest news about the world of commercial vehicles. We'll be reporting on the latest CV industry legislation, product and performance news as well as updates on Ford products and services. All t ... Continue reading

David Coulthard MBE Opens the Scottish Caravan & Outdoor Leisure Show 2011

The Caravan Club was delighted to welcome Caravan Club member, David Coulthard MBE, former Formula One driver and television presenter, to officially open The Scottish Caravan & Outdoor Leisure Show this morning, 3rd February 2011. ... Continue reading

Do you Know Your APRs From Your Elbow?

Fewer than one in three borrowers know the interest rate on their loan, according to research by Autoquake.com, the UK's leading online car retailer. ... Continue reading

Ford Dagenham Sees Boost in Exports

Exports from Ford's UK-based engine and parts manufacturing operations have grown by over a third in the last 12 months to keep up with increasing demand in Russia, Australia and the Far East. ... Continue reading

American Honda Celebrates Its Heritage with the Launch of the Honda Heritage Clothing Collection

American Honda Motor Co., Inc., launched the Honda Heritage Clothing Collection at an exclusive event in downtown Los Angeles. The collection consists of iconic Honda apparel designs from the early 1970s and action sportswear of the 1980s. Re-imagined, designed and produced in Southern California, select items from the ... Continue reading