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DETROIT, Michigan, January 5 -- Series Production confirmed for 2009 The Chevrolet Camaro concept was the celebrated star of the American 2006 auto show season. Now, at the beginning of the 2007 auto show season, there is a new star rising: The Chevrolet Camaro convertible concept. It will be unveiled on the eve of the ... Continue reading
GE Money Offers Service Contract Program for RV Industry
IRVINE, Calif.--GE Moneyâs Sales Finance unit has become the first provider of consumer recreational vehicle (RV) financing to offer a comprehensive extended service contract program for owners of motor homes, trailers and campers. GEâs 5-Star Program, administered through Auto Warranty Services (AWS), a GE M ... Continue reading
Cars.com Reports Record Growth in Dealer Training Initiatives
Program Reached More Than 5,000 Dealers in 2006 CHICAGO, Jan. 5 -- Cars.com announced today that its training program reached a record 5,000-plus dealers through more than 200 in-market training events held in 2006. The free sessions help dealerships effectively merchandise their inventory online and implement proven d ... Continue reading
FinishMaster Announces Jim Muse Promoted to Regional Sales Vice President
INDIANAPOLIS--FinishMaster, Inc. (Pink Sheets:FMST) today announced the promotion of James (âJimâ) Muse to Regional Sales Vice President, Northeast Region. âFinishMaster has experienced significant growth over the last four years in the east under the sales leadership of Remy Stephenson,â stated J.A ... Continue reading
American Suzuki Announces 100,000+ Unit Sales for First Time
Company Plans to Continue to Build on 18 Months of Momentum in 2007 DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- For the first time in American Suzuki Motor Corporation's (ASMC) 21-year history of selling automobiles in the U.S., the company posted annual sales above 100,000 units, building momentum for even greater success in 2007. Now poised ... Continue reading
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Jan. 5 -- A Panasonic system offered in the Honda Pilot ranks highest in overall customer satisfaction with rear-seat entertainment systems for a third consecutive year, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Rear-Seat Entertainment Usage and Satisfaction Study(SM) released today. (Lo ... Continue reading
Beat the Summer Heat With the All-New Portable Seat Cooler!
RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 5 -- A new cooling seat cushion, the SummerSeat, has been released by Nocord(R), a Richmond, VA-based company, specializing in affordable high-end automotive accessories. The SummerSeat is yet another smart product following the successful WinterSeat. This cooling seat cushion utilizes a high-powere ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- The 2007 North American International Auto Show's (NAIAS) prominence as the automotive industry's premier event to make contact with influential executives and experts is drawing more government and legislative groups. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060728/NAIASLOGO ) "The North America ... Continue reading
Garmin Acquires Location Based Service Provider Digital Cyclone, Inc.
CAYMAN ISLANDS, Jan. 5 -- Garmin Ltd. announced today that it has acquired location based services provider Digital Cyclone Inc. ("DCI") for $45 million in cash. The acquisition is expected to be accretive to Garmin Ltd. earnings in 2007. ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--The writers and editors of Motor Trend magazine, the worldâs automotive authority and part of PRIMEDIAâs Consumer Automotive Group, won several awards from the 16th International Automotive Media Competition (IAMC), an annual program that recognizes and encourages excellence in automotive journal ... Continue reading
Fall Out Boy Hits The Fastlane As They Headline 7th Annual Honda Civic Tour
Fall Out Boy Customized Civic Hybrid Inspired By New Album Infinity on High to Be Given to a Lucky Fan Nationwide Tour Kicks Off on April 18th in Charlotte, NC LOS ANGELES, Jan. 5 -- To kick off the 7th year of the hugely successful Honda Civic Tour, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. announced multi-platinum, two-time MTV ... Continue reading
First 2007 Ford Shelby GT Will Go on the Block at No Reserve During Barrett-Jackson Auction
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--A major automotive milestone will occur when the first production 2007 Ford Shelby GT Mustang (Lot No. 1300) is sold at No Reserve during the 36th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event from January 13-21, 2007, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Carroll Shelby will hand the keys of CSM 07SGT0001 to the winnin ... Continue reading
2007 North American International Auto Show Welcomes Canadian Visitors
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- As the 2007 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) enters its 19th year as an international event, Canadians are again invited to experience the most exciting production and concept vehicles showcased in North America. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060728/NAIASLOGO) "Each year, ... Continue reading
Demand for in-Vehicle GPS Devices Reached 143.2 Million Units in 2006
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c47868) has announced the addition of the Global Sources report: China Sourcing Report: In-Vehicle GPS Devices to their offering. Greater China's GPS manufacturing industry is one of the world's most innovative. With the continued entry of ... Continue reading
Robb Report Editors Name Bentley Continental GTC 2007 Car of the Year
Maybach 57S, Bugatti Veyron 16.4, Porsche 911 Turbo, and Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Place in Top Five MALIBU, Calif., Jan. 5 -- The editors of Robb Report have selected the Bentley Continental GTC as the magazine's 2007 Car of the Year, citing "remarkable drivability, superb handling, a clean and well-executed design, and m ... Continue reading
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