Fleetwood RV, Inc. Launches New Consumer Website
DECATUR, Ind., Aug. 4 -- Fleetwood RV, Inc., a leading producer of high-quality Class A and Class C recreational vehicles, today announced the launch of its new consumer website: www.fleetwoodrv.com. "Our new website is an interactive platform created to help our customers make educated decisions about their future mot ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, Aug. 4 -- SIRIUS XM Radio announced today that Audi will offer its customers an introductory three-month trial offer of the "SIRIUS Everything" package upon the purchase of all SIRIUS-equipped certified pre-owned Audi vehicles sold in the U.S. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO) A ... Continue reading
A Greener Shade of Paint: Ford's Innovative, Sustainable Paint Technology Goes Global
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 4 -- -- Ford-exclusive paint technology goes global -- Ford's high-solids paint technology eliminates the need for process stages in a paint shop, replacing bulky, energy-consuming equipment with a simple, integrated booth -- Process allows three layers of paint to be applied one after another whi ... Continue reading
Sen. Corker (R-TN) Says He Could Support More 'Clunker' Funds
WASHINGTON, Aug 4, 2009; Karey Wutkowski and Glenn Somerville writing for Reuters reported that Bob Corker, a Republican member from Tennessee who sits on the Senate Banking Committee, said he backs extending the "cash-for-clunkers" program if the extra $2 billion is taken out of a previously approved economic stimulus ... Continue reading
Used Cars Bolster Big Retailers' Profits
Washington DC August 3, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that profits from used vehicles propped up second-quarter earnings at the six biggest public dealership groups. According to Automotive News, five of the six groups reported lower profits, but all were in the black. Lithia Motors and Sonic Automotive sold more ... Continue reading
A No Vote on More Cash-for-Clunkers Funding is Declaration of War on Small Business
By Cliff Banks WardsAuto.com, Aug 3, 2009 1:09 PM CommentaryThe U.S. Senate will make a choice this week, either to keep cash-for-clunkers alive and support small businesses or unwittingly declare war on small business by killing the stimulus package, while righteously attesting to misguided, ill-informed ideals. Some ... Continue reading
National Stop Red Light Running Week - August 2 - 8: VIDEO ENHANCED
NEW YORK, Aug. 4 -- August 2 through August 8 is national "Stop on Red Week." Drivers are reminded to be careful on the road and mindful of the danger of disobeying traffic control signals. While the message is sound, this particular safety campaign is unlike traditional safety programs like "Click It or Ticket." The " ... Continue reading
Automotive Materials Life Cycle Assessment Model Released for Use
Updated model evaluates the total vehicle life cycle impact of materials, powertrains, fuels and their sources, total energy consumed SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 4 -- WorldAutoSteel has released a second iteration of the automotive materials parametric Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) model, which allows for broader evaluations ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Launches 'Go Hamster Go!' Application on Facebook Platform
Members Can Compete with Kia Soul Hamsters in Augmented Reality Automotive Game - Game-changing Soul is focus of first Kia Motors augmented reality application - The Kia Soul continues its growth in social media, beating boxy and cube-like competitors IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 4 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today lets loose ... Continue reading
8.4Auto dealers group preparing for listing this year
Auto dealers group preparing for listing this year http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011594/Auto-dealers-group-prepari ng-fo r-listing-this-year.html Shanghai, August 4 (Gasgoo.com) Power Diversity Automobile Trade Group Co, one of China's biggest automobile trading groups, is preparing a listing before the end of ... Continue reading
8.4Chinese team to lobby US against tire protectionism
Chinese team to lobby US against tire protectionism http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011604/Chinese-team-to-lobby-US-a gains t-tire-protectionism.html Shanghai, August 4 (Gasgoo.com) A team of Chinese lobbyists has left for the United States to fight against proposals that would impose punitive measures on Chinese ... Continue reading
8.4Hyundai Motor plans to build third plant in China
Hyundai Motor plans to build third plant in China http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011600/Hyundai-Motor-plans-to-bui ld-th ird-plant-in-China.html Shanghai, August 4 (Gasgoo.com) South Korea's top carmaker Hyundai Motor plans to set up a third production plant in China to meet growing demand for its vehicles, Reut ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Reports Third-Quarter Fiscal Year 2009 Results
Announces Sale of Wheels Business Unit TROY, Mich., Aug. 4 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. today reported financial results for its third quarter ended June 30, 2009. Highlights -- Cash flow from operations was $99 million compared to $114 million in the same period last year. -- Free cash flow was $73 million compared to $59 mi ... Continue reading
Cyclone Power Completes License for Engines To Generate Electricity from Waste Oil
POMPANO BEACH, Fla.--Cyclone Power Technologies (Pink Sheets:CYPW) announced today that it has signed a License Agreement with Phoenix Power Group LLC to provide engines for waste oil fueled power generators. The license provides Phoenix Power with exclusive North American and Australian rights to develop and sell powe ... Continue reading
SANTA ANA, Calif.--Iteris, Inc. (NYSE Amex:ITI), today announced that Abbas Mohaddes, the Company’s chief executive officer, will present at Morgan Keegan’s 8th Annual Security, Safety & Defense Conference at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City, New York. Iteris is scheduled to present as part of the Public Safety ... Continue reading
Maxwell Technologies and ANSYS Release Ultracapacitor Components Library for Use in Simplorer
SOUTHPOINTE, Pa.--ANSYS, Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced that an ultracapacitor components library from Maxwell Technologies, Inc. , an ANSYS customer, has been made available for use in Simplorer® technology. As a re ... Continue reading
Pegasus TransTech Opening New Data Centers
TAMPA, Fla.--Pegasus TransTech announced that it is building a new corporate data center in Tampa, Fla., and will open a third data center this fall in Minneapolis, Minn., to support the company’s record growth. Pegasus TransTech is the leading provider of document management software, workflow management solutions, ... Continue reading
Taiwan KYMCO Collaborates with Japan KAWASAKI in Changzhou Hi-Tech District
Joint Venture Will Form Changzhou Kawasaki and Kwang Yang Engine Co., Ltd. to Produce General Gasoline Engines CHANGZHOU, China, Aug. 4 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- KYMCO and KAWASAKI announced the signing of a joint-venture contract in the morning of Aug. 2. Under the contract, KYMCO and KAWASAKI will invest USD10 million dol ... Continue reading
TRW Reports Second Quarter 2009 Financial Results
LIVONIA, Mich., Aug. 4 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , the global leader in active and passive safety systems, today reported second-quarter 2009 financial results with sales of $2.7 billion, a decrease of 39 percent compared to the prior year period. The Company reported a GAAP second quarter net loss of $11 millio ... Continue reading
Twin Disc, Inc. Announces Financial Results for Fiscal 2009 Fourth Quarter and Full Year
RACINE, Wis.--Twin Disc, Inc. today reported financial results for the fiscal 2009 fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2009. In the fourth fiscal quarter, the Company continued to experience the impact of a softening in many of its key product markets. The mega yacht marine, oil and gas, and industrial market ... Continue reading
PHOENIX, Aug. 4 -- U Car Share now offers flexible pricing on every vehicle in its fleet. Cars now start at $4.95 an hour plus $0.59 per mile, which makes short trips even more affordable. The U Car Share reservation system will automatically calculate the lowest rate for a member's reservation whether they travel two ... Continue reading
AAA Michigan Launches 'Savings Social Media Site,' With Savings Tips and Chance to Win $1,000
AAA savings programs are in high demand for those on tight budgets DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 4 -- Every week from now through October, one lucky participant who enters AAA Michigan's new "Get a Grand Giveaway" on the AAA Michigan Savings Community will win a $1,000 Visa Travel Money card. The card can be used on any purcha ... Continue reading
Audatex Selected as National Motor Vehicle Title Information System Data Consolidator
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 4 -- Audatex North America, Inc. today announced an agreement with the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) to become an authorized data consolidator for reporting information to the U.S. National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS). The NMVTIS database, overseen by t ... Continue reading
Baldor Electric Company Reports 3rd Quarter 2009 Dividend
FORT SMITH, Ark., Aug. 4 -- Baldor Electric Company markets, designs and manufactures industrial electric motors, mechanical power transmission products, drives and generators. Baldor made the following announcement today after the recent Board of Directors meeting. Cash Dividend ... The Board of Directors declared a c ... Continue reading
Cooper to Announce Second-Quarter 2009 Results Ahead of Initial Date
FINDLAY, Ohio, Aug. 4 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company will announce its second-quarter 2009 financial results after the market closes on Wednesday, Aug. 5, one day earlier than the previously announced schedule. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010404/COOPERLOGO ) Company management will discuss the financi ... Continue reading
CTIA–The Wireless Association Statement on DOT Secretary Ray LaHood’s Texting While Driving Summit
WASHINGTON--CTIA - The Wireless Association® President and CEO Steve Largent issued the following statement on U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Ray LaHood’s Texting While Driving Summit: “We appreciate Secretary LaHood's approach to having a thorough and thoughtful summit with experts on texting w ... Continue reading
Dahm Assumes LeasePlan USA’s CFO Position
ATLANTA--LeasePlan USA, a leader in vehicle leasing and fleet management solutions, announced today that David G. Dahm, current chief operating officer (COO), will be taking on the role of chief financial officer (CFO), effective immediately. The CFO position is one that Dave held for nine years with LeasePlan USA prio ... Continue reading
Employee Training, Renovations Ready Chicago Assembly Plant for New Ford Taurus Production
- Ford invested more than $130 million in state-of-the-art quality-control manufacturing tooling and technology to build the 2010 Ford Taurus and Ford Taurus SHO - The new 2010 Ford Taurus again earns a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety - Taurus and Taurus SHO offer an array of driv ... Continue reading
OAK PARK, Mich.--Today, Fisher Coachworks issues the first of a series of key supplier relationship announcements in support of its final design and production launch of the GTB-40 PHEV Urban Transit Bus. The GTB-40, which is one half the weight of current 40’ urban hybrid buses, delivers significant energy consumpti ... Continue reading
FKM Announces Addition of JetBlue and VW to Lead Generation/Sales Activation Client Roster
HOUSTON--FKM, a national advertising, marketing and public relations agency, recently announced the addition of JetBlue Airways and Volkswagen to its lead generation/sales activation client roster. Lead generation services for JetBlue include Internet Yellow Page placement and measurement. The agency also provides prin ... Continue reading
GreenChek Technology, Inc. Continues to Evaluate Strategic Opportunities
SAN FRANCISCO--GreenChek Technology, Inc. (OTCBB:GCHK) announced today that the Company has been actively seeking funding avenues to support its manufacturing operations and provide working capital. The Company has sought out various financing alternatives to increase its liquidity, including debt and/or equity financi ... Continue reading
International Automobile Dealers Announce Monthly Sales
Cash for Clunkers Boosts Sales in July ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 4 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) today released July 2009 sales figures for the international nameplate automobile industry. AIADA represents over 11,000 international nameplate franchises, which s ... Continue reading
LeaseTrader.com Sees Expedited Sales Cycle From Cash For Clunkers
Popular Incentives & Lease Transfer Help Create Quicker Inventory Turnover MIAMI, Aug. 4 -- "Cash For Clunkers" has provided a much-needed jolt to the U.S. economy since bigger-than-expected sales will mean more car production from manufacturers and raw materials producers. Similar to what the car lease transfer indust ... Continue reading
Lucchetti's Service Center, Inc., in Marshfield is First to Offer Top-Quality, Recycled Motor Oil
New EcoPower motor oil offers South Shore residents an earth-friendly oil change MARSHFIELD, Mass., Aug. 4 -- Lucchetti's Service Center, Inc., is now offering earth-friendly oil changes using EcoPower, a new motor oil product made from recycled motor oil. "By choosing EcoPower for their next oil change, South Shore re ... Continue reading
NASCAR Admission-Free Discovery Day on Friday August 28 (40)
NEWS ANNOUNCEMENT For Immediate Release Public Invited to Experience a Premiere at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve The NAPA Auto Parts 200 Presented by Dodge To Hold Admission-Free Discovery Day on Friday August 28 Montreal, August 4, 2009 - Stock-Car Montreal, the event organizing body of the NAPA Auto Parts 200, Presented ... Continue reading
COSTA MESA, Calif.--With the media already heralding the end of the recession, OneCommand today announced an upcoming webinar specifically designed to help dealerships navigate what promises to be a challenging “recovery,” including critical best practices for compliance with new FTC rules coming into effect on Sep ... Continue reading
[image: MC-QL_NewsReleaseHeader.jpg] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE *ONE WEEK REMAINING TO Vote ONLINE for Ford Customer Service Division’s SECOND ANNUAL FUNNY CAR DESIGN CONTEST IN SUPPORT OF juvenile diabetes research foundation* DEARBORN, Mich., August 4, 2009 – Auto racing’s version of “Decision 2009” is in full s ... Continue reading
Parts Pro Performance News 8-3-09
If you are having trouble viewing this message, please go to http://community.icontact.com/p/aamgroup/newsletters/partspro-totaltruc kcenters/posts/parts-pro-performance-news-8-3-09 [http://www.partspro.com/index.php] [http://www.partspro.com/index.php] Join the Parts Pro Team You fight for your business every day. Who ... Continue reading
QNX and Visteon Collaborate to Deliver Digital Instrument Cluster for 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
OTTAWA, Aug. 4 -- QNX Software Systems today announced that automotive supplier Visteon Corporation has chosen the award-winning QNX Neutrino realtime operating system (RTOS) as the software foundation for the digital instrument cluster in the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover. The new QNX-based cluster replaces traditional ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Car Aftermarket in Denmark - Country Overview 2009
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/6f6ddc/car_aftermarket_in) has announced the addition of the "Car Aftermarket in Denmark - Country Overview 2009" report to their offering. The document highlights the development of six product families across eight channels in the Danish Afterma ... Continue reading
Ricardo, Inc., Says Advanced Spark-Ignited Boosted Engines Will Make Inroads into Diesel Segments
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., Aug. 4 -- By 2015, advanced spark-ignited engines have the potential to become a major force in diesel-dominated medium-duty commercial truck and off-road segments, including agricultural and construction vehicles, Ricardo, Inc., Vice President John Pinson told participants in the U.S. Department ... Continue reading
Service Payment Plan, Inc. Integrates with StoneEagle's SEcureSalesTool
Service Payment Plan, Inc. Integrates with StoneEagle's SEcureSalesTool Enabling Dealers to Offer Interest-Free Payment Plans for Service Contracts SEcureSalesTool will Automate the Contract Generation and Submission Process for Service Payment Plan Dallas, TX - August 4, 2009 -- The StoneEagle Group (StoneEagle) today ... Continue reading
Thor Announces Preliminary Sales for Quarter, 12 Months
BACKLOG AT HIGHEST LEVEL IN TWO YEARS; CASH AT $338 MILLION. JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, Aug. 4 -- Thor Industries, Inc. announced today preliminary sales for the quarter and 12 months ended July 31, 2009. Sales in the quarter were $440 million, down from $570 million last year. RV sales were $337 million, versus $455 millio ... Continue reading
Leading Commercial Vehicle Manufacturer Signs Contract with Tongxin for On-Site Manufacturing CHANGSHA, China, Aug. 4 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Tongxin International Ltd. , a China-based manufacturer of engineered vehicle body structures ("EVBS" or "truck cabs"), announced today a contract with a leading Chinese c ... Continue reading
U.S. EPA News Release: Aluminum Recycler Agrees to Resolve Clean Air Act Violations
*CONTACT:* Deb Berlin berlin.deb@epa.gov 202-564-4914 202-564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* August 4, 2009 *Aluminum Recycler Agrees to Resolve Clean Air Act Violations *" ""Company to pay civil penalties and implement environmental improvements " *WASHINGTON* - Aleris International Inc., one of the nation's largest alu ... Continue reading
Victory Interview with Brad Keselowski from NASCAR Nationwide Series at IS
Hi. I will be at Watkins Glen this weekend. If you will be there, give me a shout. I would love to meet you in person. Or tell me what you would like to see, I’ll try snap the photo. ... Continue reading
White River Capital, Inc. Announces Results for Second Quarter 2009
RANCHO SANTA FE, Calif.--White River Capital, Inc. (NYSE Amex: RVR) (“White River”) today announced net income for the second quarter 2009 was $1.0 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, compared to second quarter 2008 net income of $1.5 million, or $0.38 per diluted share. The net income results for the second quart ... Continue reading
2010 Ford Taurus Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick award
The 2010 Ford Taurus, a large family car, is the Institute's newest 2009 Top Safety Pick award winner. To qualify for Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must earn the highest rating of good in the Institute's front, side, and rear tests and be equipped with electronic stability control. Criteria to win are tough because the aw ... Continue reading
GM Canada July 2009 Sales Results
OSHAWA, ONTARIO August 4, 2009; For July 2009, General Motors of Canada dealers delivered 19,663 units, down 41.9% from a year ago. "Our July performance is mainly attributed to reduced vehicle inventory levels at our GM dealers across the country," says Marc Comeau, GM of Canada's vice-president of sales, service and ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON, Aug 4, 2009; Richard Cowan writing for Reuters reported that legislation to inject more money into a popular "cash-for-clunkers" program aimed at increasing U.S. automobile sales will pass the Senate before the start of a month-long recess at the end of this week, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said on T ... Continue reading
AIADA Reports Cash for Clunkers Boosted July 2009 Sales
The governmentâs popular Car Allowance Rebate System, better known as Cash for Clunkers, is credited with boosting sales through July, resulting in the best numbers in 11 months. âSales may still be down 12 percent from a year ago, but theyâre up 16 percent from June,â said AIADA President Cody Lusk ... Continue reading
DEMOCRATS Trying To Get GOP Support to Continue Dealer and Consumer Friendly Cash For Clunkers
WASHINGTON August 4, 2009; Ken Thomas writing for the AP reported that the Obama administration expressed more confidence Tuesday that Senate Democrats can win over enough Republicans to pass a $2 billion extension of a popular rebate program that gives consumers up to $4,500 to trade in their old gas guzzlers for more ... Continue reading
SunTrust Racing - Crown Royal 200 at The Glen Preview
WATKINS GLEN, Aug. 4, 2009: The âSolid Is Lightning Fastâ tour of the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series circuit takes the stage at historic Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International for Friday nightâs annual Crown Royal 200 with defending race-winner Brian Frisselle in the cockpit of the No. 10 SunTrust Ford Dall ... Continue reading
Ten? Do your really think we could limit the list to just 10? Not TheAutoChannel.com, we always give you more! AUTO CENTRAL - July 28, 2009: Okay, so the Cash For Clunkers program has you dreaming about which new vehicle you'd want. Here's 14 different cars that you might want to test drive. They may not all qualify fo ... Continue reading
Inside BMW by Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG,
Ladies and Gentlemen! The BMW Group is standing its ground in a persistently difficult market â as an independent car company that has a sound financial footing. Based on our Strategy Number ONE, we started early to realign the entire company. And we have launched various strategic measures to offset the effects o ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, Aug 4, 2009; Edward Taylor writing for Reuters reported that BMW will launch a new class of environmentally friendly vehicles under its own brand, signalling that even premium automakers are ready to embrace electric vehicles as a mainstream product. The push comes on the same day as BMW unveiled better-than ... Continue reading
TONY STEWART- Going For One More Spot at The Glen
KANNAPOLIS, Aug. 4, 2009: They were racing on asphalt instead of dirt. Their cars had roofs. All four of their wheels were covered by fenders. And for every left turn they made, they also had to turn right. ... Continue reading
Scrappage Scheme Must Be Extended to Avoid 'Sudden and Damaging' Fall In New Car Sales
Glass's is calling on the Government to extend its Scrappage Scheme at least until next summer in order to avoid a very significant fall in new car sales and a consequent collapse in revenues for car manufacturers and retailers. ... Continue reading
The Renault-Nissan Alliance (the Alliance) and the State Government of Victoria in Australia have formed a partnership to explore the development of a Zero Emission Vehicles program. ... Continue reading
Suzuki Support for Cancer Kids
Suzuki Australia has increased its level of support for young cancer patients at Sydney Children's Hospital, with the donation of $12,000 to Executive Director Professor Les White. ... Continue reading
Wide Range of Customisation Options for the Porsche Panamera
Through Porsche Exclusive and Porsche Tequipment, Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, enables the customer to refine and personalise all Porsche models individually and exclusively to his or her particular wishes beyond even the sophisticated range of standard features. The new Panamera is no exception to this rule ... Continue reading
Land Rover Freelander 2 TD4_e Stop/Start on Sale in Australia
The new entry level Freelander 2 TD4_e has been introduced into the Australian market, addressing the growing need for more fuel efficient vehicles. As such the TD4_e is the most fuel efficient Land Rover ever and is the worlds first SUV with an intelligent Stop/Start system. ... Continue reading
Voices Of Mid-Ohio: Lowes' Fernandez Racing
Mid-Ohio, August 3, 2009: For the first time this season, the Loweâs Fernandez Racing duo of Adrian Fernandez and Luis Diaz seek to get back on the winning track in the American Le Mans Seriesâ LMP2 class. The pairing finished second with their Acura ARX-01b in the most recent round at Lime Rock Park but stil ... Continue reading
NWR Heads To Mid-Ohio Full Speed Ahead
Mundelein, August 3, 2009: Following a dominant weekend at Autobahn Country Club in nearby Joliet, Ill., the team had just one weekend off to prepare for round eight of the Atlantic Championship at the Acura Sports Car Challenge/ Honda Indy 200 held at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course August 8. With six races in 44 days begi ... Continue reading
Rolex Series Continues To Showcase Close Finishes, Six 2009 Events Decided By Less Than One Second
DAYTONA BEACH, Aug. 3, 2009: Just how close is competition in the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Cask No. 16? When Alex Gurney edged Scott Pruett by .759 seconds to win Sunday's Porsche 250 at Barber Motorsports Park, it was the sixth race of the season decided by less than one second. After ... Continue reading
Megenbier, Newgarden and Daly Live On RaceFanRadio's Next Level Tuesday Night
Indianapolis, August 3, 2009: VW Jetta Cup Driver Timmy MegenbierBritish Formula Ford Driver Joesef NewgardenStar Mazda Driver Conor Daly Could this be a future Front Row picture of the Indy 500 starting lineup? Tuesday night, August 4th, we'll bring together three young drivers who started their karting careers about ... Continue reading
In Case You Missed It! Gurney and Windsor on RaceFanRadio's OnTrack Yesterday
Indianapolis, August 3, 2009: Grand-Am Daytona Prototype Driver Alex GurneyUSF1 / SpeedTV's Peter Windsor If you missed the latest "On Track, On Radio" show today at noon EST, you'll definitely want to check out the episode "On Demand" or via Podcast! Alex Gurney talked about the GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing team grabb ... Continue reading
Young Motorists Most Supportive of Safety Cameras, Says IAM
Young people have a more positive attitude to safety cameras than older drivers, according to the latest survey of driver opinions on safety cameras from the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists). The results, published today, show that 17-24 year-olds give the best approval ratings overall while older drivers tend to ... Continue reading
LTI Vehicles Resigns from the London Taxi Board
After careful consideration, LTI Vehicles have decided to resign from the London Taxi Board. ... Continue reading
Police Line Up at 2009 Classic Motor Show
Evenin' all... No matter what your age, whether you're from the Dixon of Dock Green, Z Cars or Juliet Bravo generation, there's bound to be a panda car or jam sandwich which will make you go all nostalgic at the 2009 Classic Motor Show, held from 13-15th November at Birmingham's NEC. And hopefully, for all the right re ... Continue reading
Ford Transit Sportvan Redefines White Van Man
White Van Man is now has the ultimate drive thanks to the launch of the latest Ford Transit SportVan - available in white. The limited edition Ford Transit SportVan has been created for customers who want to make a bold statement. The model is based on the popular 260, short wheelbase Transit with front wheel drive, th ... Continue reading
BMW Group: Second-quarter EBIT of Euro 169 million
The BMW Group recorded positive earnings in the second quarter 2009 despite the weak state of the global economy. "Our foresighted financial and cost management strategies are paying off", stated the Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Norbert Reithofer, on Tuesday in Munich. As with all companies operating ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Technician Hopes Skills Will Put Him on Top of the World
A Mercedes-Benz technician will be going for gold when he competes in the WorldSkills 'Olympics' in Canada in September. ... Continue reading
Volvo Car UK Succeeds in its Congestion Charge Challenge to the Mayor Of London
Following its challenge to The Mayor of London, Volvo Car UK has been successful in its bid to review the current Congestion Charge alternative fuel exemption that, Volvo believes, unfairly biases hybrid cars over other low-emitting vehicles. ... Continue reading
Cash for Clunkers: Everyone's a Winner
By Chad Brand Seeking Alpha It is hard to argue with the success of the âCash for Clunkersâ automobile incentive program so far. With $1 billion already blown through, Congress is working on a $2 billion extension, despite most Republicans being against the program (probably because it was a Democratic idea, ... Continue reading
Detroit August 3, 2009; General Motors Company announced an expansion of leasing today with enhanced lease programs on select 2009 and 2010 Cadillac, Buick, GMC and Chevrolet models. The leases, offered by U.S. Bank, are part of a pilot program that includes select GM vehicles sold in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, ... Continue reading
US Senators See Support For "Cash for Clunker" $2 Billion Extension
WASHINGTON, Aug 3, 2009; U.S. Senate approval of a $2 billion extension of the "cash for clunkers" auto incentive brightened on Monday when two key lawmakers threw their support behind the initiative. The White House stepped up pressure on wavering senators by warning that the successful sales stimulus, which some, inc ... Continue reading
Over 1900 Lives Saved in California Last Year by Seatbelts, Air Bags and Helmets
Many More Could Be Saved by Universal Usage SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 3 -- In California 1,920 people know that they are alive today because they used seatbelts, child safety seats, motorcycle helmets, or had cars equipped with air bags in 2008. These are lives that were saved during serious crashes by being properly re ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America's Central Region Reports an All-Time Record for July 2009
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug 3 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced July sales of 8,629 in its Central Region, a new all-time record sales month for that region. Sales in the Central Region were up 21 percent over the same period one year ago and 60 percent over last month. "The combination of increasing consumer r ... Continue reading
Hybrid Ford Fusion Gets Excellent Rating in Consumer Reports, Now on Par With Toyota Camry Hybrid
Four and six-cylinder versions much improved, Audi Q5 tops tests of compact luxury SUVs YONKERS, N.Y., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The new Ford Fusion Hybrid is now Consumer Reports' top-rated domestic sedan. Essentially tied with the Toyota Camry Hybrid, the Fusion Hybrid achieved an excellent 34 mpg overall in ... Continue reading
Chrysler to display new Fiat to enthusiast club
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 1, 2009 MEDIA CONTACT: Bobb Rayner, Co-founder: Club FLU and âFiat FreakOutâ Phone: 856-384-4772 Email: bobbrayner@gmail.com John Montgomery, President: Club Fiat-Lancia Unlimited Phone: 864-895-9991 E-mail: bertoneman@aol.com FIAT AUTOMOBILE ENTHUSIAST CLUB TO DISPLAY NEW FIAT A ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Says Don't Let Small Car Problems Turn Into Costly Headaches Down the Road
Performing routine maintenance can prevent thousands in repair bills, how to find a great mechanic YONKERS, N.Y., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A car will usually signal that something isn't right long before it has a major failure, and according to Consumer Reports, that is the time to have it fixed. If early warn ... Continue reading
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