Stunning 2013 Toyota Avalon Debuts at New York Auto Show +VIDEO
NEW YORK - April 5, 2012: Toyota revealed the all-new 2013 Avalon premium mid-size sedan today at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. The new Avalon is re-conceived for the premium mid-size sedan segment with a progressive and emotionally styled exterior design. When it arrives to dealerships late this year, the ... Continue reading
Toyota Technical Center Opens Silicon Valley Office
The Toyota Technical Center (TTC), a division of Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing, North America, Inc., (TEMA) , announced today that the company has opened a dedicated office in California's Silicon Valley furthering Toyota's commitment to localizing research and development activities in North America and enh ... Continue reading
Toyota To Hire 150 Engineers at R&D Tech Center in 2012
Toyota Technical Center (TTC), a division of Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing, North America, Inc., (TEMA) , announced today that the company will hire approximately 150 engineers, technicians, advanced researchers and scientists by the end of 2012. The hiring reinforces Toyota's commitment to localizing vehicl ... Continue reading
CODA Automotive Selects Mr. Electric as Preferred EV Charging Station Installation Partner
CODA Automotive, a leading developer of all-electric vehicles, today named electric service and repair company Mr. Electric as its preferred provider of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) installation services. With nearly 20 years of experience in electrical installation and repair services throughout the U.S. a ... Continue reading
Nissan Chooses Dunlop Tires for 2013 GT-R
When the 2013 Nissan GT-R rolls into dealer showrooms this spring, it will arrive with more horsepower, a retuned suspension system and ultra-high performance Dunlop tires. According to Nissan, major refinements to the 2013 GT-R's 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 engine resulted in an increased output of 545 horsepower 15 hp ov ... Continue reading
GT Exhaust of Lincoln, Nebraska announces the expansion of the A205 product line with the release of the A205-5100 and A205-6100 silencers. These rugged silencers have the most sound attenuation capability in its class, with a wide selection of inlet options. The A205-5100 and A205-6100 are for sound attenuation of int ... Continue reading
The up! Named "World Car of the Year 2012"
The up! has been named "World Car of the Year" by a jury of 66 top journalists from 25 countries today at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. The Volkswagen up! city car was selected out of three finalists to secure the internationally recognized prize. "This award shows once again that in the up!, our designers ... Continue reading
Hyundai Hope On Wheels, Hyundai Motor America's nonprofit pediatric cancer organization supported by its dealers and customers nationwide, today introduced C.J. George, a 13-year-old South Florida native, as the 2012-2013 Hope On Wheels National Youth Ambassador at the New York International Auto Show. As part of C.J.' ... Continue reading
Subaru's New EyeSight System Debuts at New York International Auto Show
Stereo camera-based Driver Assist System Pre-Collision Braking System capable of pedestrian detection Lane departure and sway warning Adaptive cruise control Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) will introduce its brand new EyeSight driver assistance system on its 2013 Legacy and Outback 3.6R Limited Package models later this yea ... Continue reading
Toyota and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) announced today a national partnership through the establishment of a college readiness initiative, which will help fund youth education and improve high school graduation rates. As a founding sponsor of D2D - Diplomas to Degrees, Toyota is providing a $1.5 million grant ... Continue reading
And Now There is One....Range Rover Evoque Declared 2012 World Car Design of the Year
At a press conference hosted by Bridgestone Corporation and the New York International Auto Show, the Range Rover Evoque was declared the 2012 World Car Design of the Year. Gerry McGovern, Land Rover Design Director and Chief Creative Officer, who led the design team said: "We are honored that the Range Rover Evoque ha ... Continue reading
World Design Car of the Year is 101st Global Award for the Range Rover Evoque
The Range Rover Evoque has been crowned World Design Car of the Year 2012. The announcement was made at the 2012 New York International Auto Show and sees the Range Rover Evoque's awards tally total more than 100 global accolades. The award is testament to the Range Rover Evoque's groundbreaking and unique design and r ... Continue reading
Acura and Marvel Entertainment Announce Exclusive Co-Promotion Campaign for Marvel's The Avengers
Acura and Marvel Entertainment, LLC announced today the details of their promotional campaign for this summer's most anticipated film, Marvel's The Avengers. Following the luxury automaker's integration with THOR last summer, Acura is building on its established role as the official vehicle of S.H.I.E.L.D. S.H.I.E.L.D. ... Continue reading
Shelby American Unveils 1,000 HP Muscle Car at the New York International Auto Show
On the eve of its return to the New York International Auto Show, 50 years after the company made its debut, Shelby American, Inc., a division of Carroll Shelby International (Pink Sheets:CSBI), unveiled the world's most powerful series of muscle cars. Named the Shelby 1000, the 50-state, street-legal car is the high p ... Continue reading
Sirius XM Radio and Chrysler Group LLC today announced that Chrysler Group will be the first automaker to provide the expanded SiriusXM channel lineup of commercial-free music, sports, and comedy, as well as SiriusXM Latino, a suite of Spanish-language channels, in select 2013 vehicles. Slated for introduction at the 2 ... Continue reading
Intel Technology Selected for NISSAN Motor Company's Next-Gen In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Intel Corporation announced today that the next-generation in-vehicle infotainment system (IVI) for select NISSAN Motor Company* production vehicles will be powered by the Intel 'Atom' processor beginning in 2013. The IVI system features an innovative twin-display that was unveiled in the Infiniti LE, a luxury zero-emi ... Continue reading
2013 Subaru Outback: Restyled Model Debuts at 2012 New York International Auto Show
New, more powerful and efficient 2.5-litre SUBARU BOXER engine Impressive fuel efficiency with standard Subaru symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive New, second-generation Lineartronic continuously variable transmission Smoother, quieter ride with enhanced agility Redesigned front styling New creature comforts and audi ... Continue reading
New 2013 Ram 1500 - Best-in-class Features and Efficiency Unveiled at New York Auto Show +VIDEO
Best-in-class fuel economy: New 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine (Ward's Automotive 10 Best Engines) features 42 percent more horsepower, 13 percent more torque and at least 20 percent better fuel economy when compared to the previous 3.7-liter V-6 powertrain 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with Fuel Saver Technology and variable-val ... Continue reading
Nissan Unveils Major Advances in Connected Car Technology
Carlos Ghosn, Nissan Motor Company's chief executive officer, this week unveiled a series of major initiatives in automotive communications technology intended to move Nissan and Infiniti into a leadership position in the connected car content and services market. In announcing the collaboration with technology innovat ... Continue reading
Infiniti LE Concept Zero Emission Luxury Sedan Makes World Debut at New York International Auto Show
Infiniti today unveiled its dramatic new Infiniti LE Concept, a near-production version of the performance luxury brand's first zero emission luxury sedan. Making its world debut during a press conference at the 2012 New York International Auto Show at New York's Javits Center, the Infiniti LE Concept combines an advan ... Continue reading
And Now There Is One ... Mercedes-Benz S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Declared 2012 World Green Car
At a press conference hosted by Bridgestone Corporation and the New York International Auto Show, the Mercedes-Benz S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY was declared the 2012 World Green Car. The Mercedes-Benz S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY was chosen from an initial entry list of twenty-three (23) new vehicles from all over the world, ... Continue reading
And Now There is One....Volkswagen Up! Declared 2012 World Car of the Year
At a press conference hosted by Bridgestone Corporation and the New York International Auto Show, the Volkswagen Up! was declared the 2012 World Car of the Year. This is the third time that a Volkswagen has been declared the "World Car of the Year". The Volkswagen Polo won the honour in 2010 and the Golf VI won the tit ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. revealed the all-new 2013 Avalon premium mid-size sedan today at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. The new Avalon is re-conceived for the premium mid-size sedan segment with a progressive and emotionally styled exterior design. When it arrives to dealerships late this year, the new ... Continue reading
2013 Subaru Legacy: New Powertrain, Technology and Amenities
New, more powerful and efficient 2.5-litre SUBARU BOXER engine Most fuel efficient AWD mid-size sedan in North America New, second-generation Lineartronic continuously variable transmission Smoother, quieter ride with enhanced agility Redesigned front styling New creature comforts and audio features Newly available Eye ... Continue reading
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek: Stylish, Urban Crossover Debuts at New York International Auto Show
New fun-to-drive, high-capability compact crossover 2.0-litre SUBARU BOXER engine and top-of-class fuel efficiency with up to 6.0 L/100 KM Standard Subaru symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive, 220 mm of ground clearance Sleek, muscular urban presence with excellent driving dynamics 680-kilogram towing capacity for add ... Continue reading
Porsche 911 Named 2012 World Performance Car
The seventh-generation Porsche 911 has been named the 2012 World Performance Car. The announcement was made at the 2012 New York International Auto Show, at a press conference hosted by Bridgestone Corporation. The Porsche 911 was one of 34 new-for-2012 vehicles selected for the annual awards program. The World Perform ... Continue reading
Edsel Ford 1934 Speedster at NY Auto Show
Edsel Ford's 1934 Model 40 Special Speedster will take the stage alongside Lincoln's stunning new car lineup at the 2012 New York International Auto Show beginning today, April 5. Restored to its timeless elegance, the Speedster offers a glimpse into the early years of Edsel Ford's design and automotive styling vision ... Continue reading
Subaru of America Announces Pricing for 2013 BRZ
Subaru of America, Inc. today announced pricing for its much-heralded 2013 BRZ, starting at $25,495 for the Premium model with a six-speed manual transmission. The six-speed automatic version starts at $26,595 .Premium models come standard with touch-screen GPS Navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity and HID headlamps. ... Continue reading
Paul Philpott Returns To Kia Motors UK And Ireland As President And Ceo
Paul Philpott, currently Chief Operating Officer of Kia Motors Europe in Frankfurt is returning to become President and Chief Executive Officer of Kia Motors UK and Ireland' the first time a non-Korean has been appointed to such a role at any Kia subsidiary in Europe. ... Continue reading
Inflation-Busting Ford Engine Means Motorists Pay Less For Fuel Than Four Years Ago
Ford is tackling soaring fuel prices with an economical new engine that helps motorists pay less per mile for petrol than they did four years ago. ... Continue reading
Nissan Encourages Customers To 'Buy It Now' On Ebay
Nissan has launched an official parts, accessories and merchandise store on eBay.co.uk - the UK's largest online marketplace. The Nissan GB official store opened for business last week and aims to make buying easier for customers wanting Nissan genuine parts and accessories. ... Continue reading
Audi A6 Saloon Is Crowned Best Premium Executive Car In Parkers New Car Awards
The Audi A6 Saloon can now add the Best Premium Executive Car Award from leading car buying website parkers.co.uk to its honours list. ... Continue reading
Aston Martin Racing Announces 2012 Global Challenge
Following the success in its inaugural year, Aston Martin Racing's pioneering Global Challenge has returned for the 2012 motorsport season ... Continue reading
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin inaugurated a new car manufacturing facility today, marking the latest milestone in the expanding Renault-Nissan Alliance and AVTOVAZ partnership. ... Continue reading
Chrysler sales up 70 percent in March
The strong March sales result adds to equally strong January and February sales for the American company, with an all-time record result for the first quarter of 4,567 sales, which showed an increase of 78.4 percent in comparison to the first quarter 2011 (2,612 sales). ... Continue reading
Record March for Mitsubishi Motors
The stand out performer in March was Triton 4x4, retailing 1,186 units and strengthening its place as Australia's third best-selling utility in a highly competitive segment. Triton 4x2 came in at 535 units, also taking third spot in its respective segment. ... Continue reading
Suzuki Continues Solid Sales Year
Suzuki sold 2189 vehicles last month, making it one of the best March sales results on record for the company. ... Continue reading
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