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DealerSocket User Summit Provides Forum for Advancing Automotive Retail

DealerSocket User Summit Provides Forum for Advancing Automotive Retail

SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 5, 2016 -- DealerSocket, the automotive retail industry's leading integrated technology platform, is currently hosting its annual User Summit, which takes place in San Antonio through October 5. At the opening keynote, DealerSocket founder and CEO Jonathan Ord addressed attendees, providing insight i ... Continue reading

Global Truck Platooning System Market to Grow 18.09% by 2020 - Anticipated Changes in the Platoon Business Models Driving Growth - Research and Markets

Global Truck Platooning System Market to Grow 18.09% by 2020 - Anticipated Changes in the Platoon Business Models Driving Growth - Research and Markets

DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Truck Platooning System Market 2016-2020" report to their offering. The report forecasts the global truck platooning system market to grow at a CAGR of 18.09% during the period 2016-2020. A trend which is expected to boost market growth is changes ... Continue reading

James Bond Approved: Aston Martins Fill the H&H Classics October Sale in the UK, Online with Proxibid

James Bond Approved: Aston Martins Fill the H&H Classics October Sale in the UK, Online with Proxibid

OMAHA, Neb.—Proxibid (www.proxibid.com), world’s most trusted way to connect buyers and sellers of highly valued items, will provide online bidding for H&H Classics Limited’s sale of classic cars and motorcycles at the Imperial War Museum Duxford in Cambridge, U.K. Live onsite bidding for collector cars will begi ... Continue reading

Josh Hill & Alta Motors Seek Victory in the 250 Class at Red Bull Straight Rhythm

Josh Hill & Alta Motors Seek Victory in the 250 Class at Red Bull Straight Rhythm

BRISBANE, Calif., Oct. 5, 2016 -- No stranger to competition, Alta continues their unique position of being the first electric motorcycle to seek victory in national-level events by tapping Josh Hill to race the company's Redshift MX at the unique supercross-inspired event, Red Bull Straight Rhythm taking place at Fair ... Continue reading

Mapping Uber's Future in Ottawa-Gatineau

Mapping Uber's Future in Ottawa-Gatineau

OTTAWA-GATINEAU, QC, Oct. 5, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ - Today, Manik Gupta, head of products, maps, made the following statement on Uber mapping cars coming to Ottawa-Gatineau. "Behind every successful Uber ride is a technology many of us take for granted: maps. Mobile maps and GPS allow us to match you with the closest avail ... Continue reading

Marine Lubricants Market Worth 6.02 Billion USD by 2021

Marine Lubricants Market Worth 6.02 Billion USD by 2021

PUNE, India, October 5, 2016 -- The report "Marine Lubricants Market by Type (Mineral Oil, Synthetic, Bio-Based, and Grease), Application (Engine, Hydraulic, And Compressor), and Region - Global Forecast to 2021", published by MarketsandMarkets, the global market size is estimated to be USD 5.40 Billion in 2016 and pro ... Continue reading

Parking Management Market Worth 5.00 Billion USD by 2021

Parking Management Market Worth 5.00 Billion USD by 2021

Pune, India, October 5, 2016 -- According to a new market research report "Parking Management Market by Software and Professional Services, by Solution (Access Control, Security & Surveillance, Fee & Revenue Management, Enforcement & Permit Management) - Global Forecast to 2021", published by MarketsandMarkets, the mar ... Continue reading

Reynolds and Reynolds Announces New LAW® Georgia F&I Library

Reynolds and Reynolds Announces New LAW® Georgia F&I Library

DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 5, 2016 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company today announced the release of the Reynolds LAW® Georgia F&I Library, which is a comprehensive catalog of standardized, legally reviewed finance and insurance (F&I) documents for franchised new automobile dealers in the state of Georgia. "Regulatory scru ... Continue reading

Tenneco Third Quarter 2016 Earnings Release and Conference Call Notice

Tenneco Third Quarter 2016 Earnings Release and Conference Call Notice

LAKE FOREST, Ill.—Tenneco Inc. plans to issue its third quarter 2016 earnings release before the market opens on Friday, October 28, 2016 and hold a conference call the same day at 8:30 a.m. ET. The purpose of the call is to discuss the company’s results of operations for the last fiscal quarter, as well as provide ... Continue reading

United Kingdom Castrol Professional Car Servicing & Repair Trend Tracker 2016 - Stats and Forecasts 1995-2021 - Research and Markets

United Kingdom Castrol Professional Car Servicing & Repair Trend Tracker 2016 - Stats and Forecasts 1995-2021 - Research and Markets

DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Castrol Professional Car Servicing & Repair Trend Tracker 2016" report to their offering. The new edition of the Castrol Professional Car Servicing & Repair Trend Tracker presents a very detailed account of the market size and trends over the past dec ... Continue reading

Higher engineering horsepower in higher education: Mentor Automotive joins two world-class automotive education programs

Higher engineering horsepower in higher education: Mentor Automotive joins two world-class automotive education programs

WILSONVILLE, Ore., Oct. 4, 2016 -- Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced it has joined the Partners for the Advancement of Collaborative Engineering Education (PACE) program and the General Motors and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) sponsored EcoCAR 3 program. The move is part of Mentor Automotive's ongoing effo ... Continue reading

2017 Kia Sedona Earns Highest Possible Safety Rating From the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety = 2016 Top Safety Pick+,

2017 Kia Sedona Earns Highest Possible Safety Rating From the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety = 2016 Top Safety Pick+,

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 4, 2016 -- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded its best rating possible, Top Safety Pick+, to the 2017 Kia Sedona minivan. Already distinguished by its elegant design, exceptional comfort and utility, the 2017 Sedona is offered with available Autonomous Emergency Braking ( ... Continue reading

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition Preorder Open to the Public

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition Preorder Open to the Public

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced the preorder for the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition is now open to the general public. With a majority of the MX-5 Launch Edition cars already spoken for by loyal Mazda owners, a limited supply is still available for custome ... Continue reading

2017 Honda Civic Lineup

2017 Honda Civic Lineup

TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016 -- Arriving in showrooms starting tomorrow, the Civic Sedan and Civic Coupe aim to retain their position as members of the best-selling compact car nameplate in America with the expanded application of manual transmissions for the 2017 model year. Building on the fun-to-drive character of ... Continue reading

BMW Group September 2016 U.S. Sales

BMW Group September 2016 U.S. Sales

WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Oct. 3, 2016 -- Sales of BMW brand vehicles decreased 4.6 percent in September for a total of 25,389 compared to 26,608 vehicles sold in September, 2015. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is down 7.9 percent in the U.S. on sales of 230,133 vehicles compared to 249,956 sold in the first nine months of 20 ... Continue reading

September 2016 US Auto Sales Scoreboard

September 2016 US Auto Sales Scoreboard

Washington DC October 4, 2016; The AIADA reported that with the end of summer and the prospect of cooling temperatures in much of the country, September auto sales slowed from the pace they kept up earlier in the year. Despite the slowdown, some of the largest international nameplate brands saw small, but significant, ... Continue reading

Mitsubishi Motors September 2016 US Sales

Mitsubishi Motors September 2016 US Sales

CYPRESS, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today reported September 2016 sales of 7,191 down 4.8 percent from September of 2015. Sales for the year remain up at 1.5 percent over the previous year. For more information on Mitsubishi Motors, please visit media.mitsubishicars.com. Septem ... Continue reading

Subaru of America September 2016 US Sales

Subaru of America September 2016 US Sales

CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 3, 2016 -- Record September - monthly sales increase 3.5 percent over September 2015 58 consecutive months of month-over-month growth Best September ever for Outback and Crosstrek 31 consecutive months of more than 10,000 Outbacks sold 38 consecutive months of more than 10,000 Foresters sold Sub ... Continue reading

Kia Motors America September 2016 Sales

Kia Motors America September 2016 Sales

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016 -- With 49,220 units sold last month – including best-ever September performances by the Forte family of compact cars and the Sportage CUV – Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the highest sales total through the first three quarters in company history. Year-to-date sales are up 3. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Motor America September 2016 Sales

Hyundai Motor America September 2016 Sales

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016 -- Hyundai Motor America posted its best September ever, with sales of 66,610, up four percent year-over-year. Both of the company's luxury division offerings, the Genesis G80 mid-luxury sedan, and flagship Genesis G90, are both now arriving at dealerships across the country. "Stro ... Continue reading

Kia Canada September 2016 Sales

Kia Canada September 2016 Sales

Kia Canada September sales up 10.2 per cent versus 2015 Award winning Sorento and Sportage achieved best September YTD sales in Kia Canada history MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 3, 2016 /CNW/ - Kia Canada Inc. reported 6,548 vehicles sold in the month of September, up 10.2 per cent compared to 2015. Calendar year-to-date sales ... Continue reading

Porsche September 2016 US Retail Sales

Porsche September 2016 US Retail Sales

ATLANTA, Oct. 3, 2016 -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up in the United States, today announced an all-time September sales record of 4,479 vehicles. September 2016 s ... Continue reading

Subaru Canada September 2016 Sales

Subaru Canada September 2016 Sales

Record year-to-date sales of 37,248 units, up 6.1% versus last year. Record September sales for Crosstrek, Forester, Outback and WRX STI. MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 3, 2016 /CNW/ - Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) today announced record-breaking September results with sales up 8.9 percent and 4,611 units retailed. Year-to-date sal ... Continue reading

Mazda Canada September 2016 Canadian Sales

Mazda Canada September 2016 Canadian Sales

Mazda Canada Inc. (MCI) today reported September sales of 6,013 vehicles, representing a decrease of 9.4 percent versus last year. Year-to-date (YTD) sales through September are down 4.8 percent versus last year, with 52,759 vehicles sold. Key September 2016 sales notes: The all-new 2016 CX-9 recorded its best Septembe ... Continue reading

Honda, Acura September 2016 US Sales

Honda, Acura September 2016 US Sales

Oct 3, 2016 - TORRANCE, Calif. Honda and Acura brand trucks have best-ever September sales Honda Division posts new overall September sales mark Honda CR-V breezes past previous September best with new record for the month Honda passenger car sales remain strong as Civic lineup continues to grow Acura's refreshed 2017 ... Continue reading

Nissan Group September 2016 U.S. Sales

Nissan Group September 2016 U.S. Sales

NASHVILLE, Tenn. October 3, 2016; – Nissan Group announced total U.S. sales for September 2016 of 127,797 units, an increase of 5 percent over the prior year and a September record. Nissan highlights: Nissan division sales set a September record with sales 116,384, up 4 percent. Overall sales of Nissan crossovers, tr ... Continue reading

Fiat Chrysler Jeep Dodge September 2016 U.S. Sales

Fiat Chrysler Jeep Dodge September 2016 U.S. Sales

Auburn Hills, Mich. October 3, 2016 - FCA US LLC reported U.S. sales of 192,883 units, a 1 percent decrease compared with sales in September 2015 (194,666 units). FCA US retail sales were 146,453 units in September, while fleet sales were 46,430 units. Retail sales represented 76 percent of total sales, while fleet sal ... Continue reading

Ford September 2016 US Vehicle Sales

Ford September 2016 US Vehicle Sales

DEARBORN, Mich.--Ford Transit vans U.S. sales grew 6 percent last month with 10,799 vans sold. Overall Ford U.S. September sales totaled 204,447 vehicles, an 8 percent decline versus a year ago. “Demand for a rich mix of our all-new Super Duty pickups helped boost Ford’s average transaction prices by $1,100 versus ... Continue reading

Toyota Motor US Sales - September 2016

Toyota Motor US Sales - September 2016

TORRANCE, Calif. (October 3, 2016) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported September 2016 sales of 197,260 units, an increase of 1.5 percent from September 2015 on a volume basis. With the same amount of selling days in September 2016 compared to September 2015, sales were up 1.5 percent on a daily s ... Continue reading

GM September 2016 US Auto Sales

GM September 2016 US Auto Sales

GM September 2016 US Auto Sales ... Continue reading

Peace, Love And Muddy Paws - Traveling With Your Dog

Peace, Love And Muddy Paws - Traveling With Your Dog

LONDON - Many of us take to the road with our pets and if we are lucky enough might even have a place for them at our desks. But much as we love them, now and again our furry friends can pose a few challenges when we’re driving. Here are some tips for those driving with pets from IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and ... Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz USA September 2016 New Car Sales

Mercedes-Benz USA September 2016 New Car Sales

ATLANTA, Oct. 3, 2016 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported best-ever September sales of 29,500 vehicles, increasing 1.7% from the 29,020 vehicles sold during the same month last year. Mercedes-Benz Vans also reported best-ever September sales with 2,970 units, up 28.2% and smart reported 605 units, bringing MBUS ... Continue reading

New-Cars Cost More - Retail Prices Increase Nearly 3 Percent Year-Over-Year In September 2016

New-Cars Cost More - Retail Prices Increase Nearly 3 Percent Year-Over-Year In September 2016

The analysts at Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, reported the estimated average transaction price (ATP) for light vehicles in the United States was $34,372 in September 2016. New-car prices have increased by $823 (up 2.5 percent) from September 2015, while falling $82 (0.2 percent) from last month. ... Continue reading

MG Motor UK Celebrates Best Sales Figures For Seven Years

MG Motor UK Celebrates Best Sales Figures For Seven Years

LONDON - October 5, 2016: According to figures released by The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) earlier today, MG Motor UK has experienced its best ever month for car sales since the company relaunched. Registering a total of 1,005 vehicles during September 2016, MG recorded a 97% year-on-year increase f ... Continue reading

Honda Celebrates National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day; All-new Clarity Fuel Cell Sedan Coming to Market by the End of 2016 +VIDEO

Honda Celebrates National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day; All-new Clarity Fuel Cell Sedan Coming to Market by the End of 2016 +VIDEO

TORRANCE, CA - October 5, 2016: Honda is joining with organizations across America in celebrating National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day (www.hydrogenfuelcellday.org) to raise awareness of fuel cell and hydrogen technologies that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while increasing the nation's energy security. Ho ... Continue reading

Car-buyers Hindered by Online-Dealer Showroom Disconnect, Accenture Finds

Car-buyers Hindered by Online-Dealer Showroom Disconnect, Accenture Finds

NEW YORK — October 5, 2016: As car-buyers become more accustomed to shopping online, they are visiting dealer showrooms for fewer and more specific reasons to accelerate the purchase process. But they are finding that their expectations are not being met due to poor web-showroom integration at a time when technology ... Continue reading

Mazda Starts Production of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF

Mazda Starts Production of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF

HIROSHIMA, Japan, Oct. 5, 2016 -- Mazda Motor Corporation started production of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF retractable hardtop (known as Roadster RF in Japan) yesterday at Ujina Plant No.1 near its global headquarters in Hiroshima. Production began with models bound for North American and European markets, where sale ... Continue reading

2017 Dodge Charger Earns "Five-Star" Overall Safety Rating

2017 Dodge Charger Earns "Five-Star" Overall Safety Rating

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 5, 2016 -- 2017 Dodge Charger earns five stars overall, the highest single rating in NHTSA's vehicle-evaluation program Five-star rating applies to both rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive versions 2017 Dodge Charger features available Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus, which benefits from ... Continue reading

First Drive Review: 2017 Toyota Prius Prime by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO

First Drive Review: 2017 Toyota Prius Prime by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor OJAI, CA - October 4, 2016: Gone is the Prius Plug-in, welcome to the Prius Prime! During our first test drive in the hills surrounding the Ojai Valley, the PHEV that is a variant of the fourth generation Prius surprised us in different ways. It is just clever thinking of Toyota t ... Continue reading

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Priced from $31,555

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Priced from $31,555

IRVINE, CA - October 4, 2016: Coming standard with exotic looks and an unrivaled driving experience, presale orders for the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF began last week with great fanfare for loyal Mazda customers and this week to the general public with the Launch Edition model. Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) anno ... Continue reading

A Message From Landspeed Louise About EPA Motorsports Overreach: HELP!

A Message From Landspeed Louise About EPA Motorsports Overreach: HELP!

ST. LOUIS, MO - October 4, 2016: Short and to the point: For some insane reason 2 guys at the EPA have decided to change the way they enforce the Clean Air Act. By their new definition, or interpretation, ANY car built on an assembly line can NEVER be used in motorsports. This includes ANY vehicle totaled by insurance ... Continue reading

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