Wall Street Journal/NBC News Poll Cites Gas Prices as No. 1 Economic Concern
Car Care Council's Gas Savings Tips Can Save Big Money at the Pump BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 7 -- In a recent Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll, Americans cite gasoline prices as the economic woe that most affects them. The Car Care Council warns that putting off vehicle care and maintenance can make matters worse. Proper ve ... Continue reading
DENSO: Providing a Safer and More Environmentally Friendly Ride - Today and Tomorrow
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., released Jan. 7, 2008 - WHAT: DENSO International America, Inc. (DIAM), premier sponsor of the North American International Auto Show, will hold a news conference to show how DENSO's products make the driving experience safe and environmentally friendly. WHO: Oyuki Ogawa, Executive Vice President, En ... Continue reading
Nissan Europe Reports December Sales for 2007
TRAPPES, France, January 7 -- Nissan Europe has reported sales of 49,228 units for December 2007, an increase of 0.4% year on year in a month where sales were up for the ninth consecutive month. Key markets for December included France, which saw an increase of 50% with 5,344 units and Russia and Ukraine which combined ... Continue reading
LIONAX Reaches Key Milestone in its Digital Pressure Sensor Development
PARIS, January 7 -- LIONAX, the first Chinese company listed on Euronext, announces today that it has reached a key milestone in developing the industry's leading next generation Digital Pressure Sensor (DPS). DPS is a critical component in Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in terms of both function and cost. In t ... Continue reading
Environmental Zones in Germany, Without a Badge you will be Liable for a Fine!
BERLIN, January 7 -- The first of January 2008 marked the introduction of the first three environmental zones in Germany in Berlin, Cologne and Hanover. These green zones are designated by special road signs. Starting in March 2008 other German cities will also follow suit. Every vehicle entering an environmental zone ... Continue reading
EAST MOLINE, Ill., Jan. 7 -- 4CS, Inc., a leading provider of intelligent warranty software applications, announced today that Marubeni Information Systems, a Systems Integrator and Solution Provider of the Marubeni Group, one of the top 5 Japanese trading and investment houses, has been appointed as a Distributor of 4 ... Continue reading
AK Steel Named One of the Ten Best Performing Stocks of 2007
174 Percent Increase Ranks as Second-Best Return to Investors Among Fortune 500 Companies WEST CHESTER, Ohio, Jan. 7 -- AK Steel Holding has been named by CNNMoney.com as one of the ten best performing Fortune 500 stocks for 2007. According to CNNMoney.com, AK Steel turned in a "solid 174 percent increase in stock perf ... Continue reading
A. Schulman Urges Stockholders to Elect the Company's Experienced and Qualified Slate of Directors
- Says to Reject Ramius' Conflicted and Beholden Director Nominees - - PROXY Governance Supports Company's Slate - - Company Rejects Recommendations from ISS and Glass Lewis - AKRON, Ohio, Jan. 7 -- A. Schulman Inc. today reiterated its recommendation that stockholders reelect new CEO and current Board member, Joseph M ... Continue reading
The hour and 15 minute concert will commence at 9 p.m. DETROIT, Jan. 7 -- The legendary pop-rock band, Barenaked Ladies, will perform inside Cobo Arena at the 2008 North American International Auto Show's (NAIAS) annual black-tie Charity Preview gala. The Canadian born band will entertain Charity Preview attendees for ... Continue reading
Champion Acura to Break Ground on New Facility
Construction Begins on Houston Area's Most State-of-the-Art Dealership HOUSTON, Jan. 7 -- Champion Acura, Houston's largest Acura dealership, announced today that it will break ground on its new, state-of- the-art sales and service facility on January 9, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. The new dealership is located at I-45 and But ... Continue reading
Charles Carpenter Racing January 2008 Update
Charles Carpenter Racing January 2008 Update Work continues on Carpenter’s new Terry Murphy-built ‘55 (1-7-2008) BLUE SPRINGS, MO – When you have become known in some circles as the “titanium man”, chances are you have somewhat of a healthy obsession with the ultra-lightweight metal. That is exactly what has ... Continue reading
Chrome(R) Systems Data Tools to Help eBizAutos Deliver Powerful Dealership Marketing Solutions
eBizAutos to use Chrome's vehicle data and solutions to help develop comprehensive dealer websites and cutting-edge online marketing for increased ROI PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 7 -- Chrome Systems, Inc., an industry leader in collecting, enhancing, and distributing best-in-class automotive data, today announced that eBizAut ... Continue reading
- Sales in non-U.S. markets increase nearly 8 percent - Sales outside North America rose 15 percent; Canada advances 6 percent; Mexico up slightly - Dodge Caravan maintains number 1 position in the U.S.; ranks second in Chrysler global sales - Outside North America, Dodge Caliber was highest sales volume vehicle for Ch ... Continue reading
Clarion All-New Marine Amplifiers for 2008
With A Sleek New More Compact Design and As Robust As Ever CYPRESS, Calif., Jan. 7 -- Clarion Corporation of America, a market leader and the pioneer in marine audio introduces all-new marine amplifiers in 2008. These marine amplifiers feature similar sleek cosmetics to that of their sister products for automobiles wit ... Continue reading
Clarion Launches EZDrive It's New Portable Navigation Device
CYPRESS, Calif., Jan. 7 -- Clarion Corporation of America's next generation portable navigation device, EZDrive is as easy-to-use as the name implies. Clarion's EZD580 is has a 4.3 inch touch-panel screen, built-in rechargeable battery and intuitive operational control. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/200701 ... Continue reading
Clarion Now Features SIRIUS Direct Connect on Select Mobile Multimedia Models
CYPRESS, Calif., Jan. 7 -- Clarion Corporation of America, a leading manufacturer of mobile electronics, announces that two of their key mobile multimedia source units now offer SIRIUS Satellite Radio direct connection. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070106/CLSA003LOGO ) Clarion's MAX385VD double DIN mult ... Continue reading
Clarion Showcases Direct iPod Audio Control Via USB in 2008 Mobile Entertainment Products
CYPRESS, Calif., Jan. 7 -- Clarion Corporation of America, a leading manufacturer of mobile electronics, introduces an enhanced feature for direct iPod audio control via USB built directly into many of it's newest multimedia source units. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070106/CLSA003LOGO ) Clarion present ... Continue reading
Clarion's UNGO ProSecurity Offers 2-Way Vehicle Security and Remote Start System With One Mile Range
CYPRESS, Calif., Jan. 7 -- Clarion Corporation of America, a market leader in mobile security systems for over 30 years, announces the availability of their latest 2-way security and remote start system the UNGO SR9000. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070106/CLSA003LOGO ) The UNGO SR9000 2-way security and ... Continue reading
MEDFORD, Mass., Jan. 7 -- Cross Country Automotive Services (Cross Country), a leading provider of integrated vehicle and driver programs, today unveiled an industry-first connected navigation and infotainment telematics solution that blends personalized connected navigation, advanced infotainment options, and next gen ... Continue reading
Don Beyer Volvo and Clean Currents to launch "Green Your Drive"
MEDIA ADVISORY Contact: Bill Bronrott, 202-270-4415 DON BEYER VOLVO AND CLEAN CURRENTS TO LAUNCH “GREEN YOUR DRIVE�?? -- First in region program to offset vehicle carbon emissions with 100 percent clean renewable energy credits for every car sold at Don Beyer Volvo dealerships in Falls Church, Alexandria, Du ... Continue reading
eBizAutos to use Chrome data for enhanced vehicle descriptions
CHROMER SYSTEMS DATA TOOLS HELP EBIZAUTOS DELIVER POWERFUL DEALERSHIP MARKETING SOLUTIONS eBizAutos uses Chrome's vehicle data and solutions to help develop comprehensive dealer websites and cutting-edge online marketing for increased ROI PORTLAND, Ore., January 7, 2008 - Chrome Systems Inc., an industry leader in coll ... Continue reading
Exclusive TomTom Map Share(TM) and 'Help Me!' Features Widely Available Across Product Portfolio
Latest navigation software also available free of charge for TomTom GO 910, TomTom GO 510, TomTom GO 700, TomTom GO 300, TomTom ONE XL and TomTom ONE users CONCORD, Mass., Jan. 7 -- TomTom Inc. today announced that its latest navigation software will be available for the majority of its installed base of users in Q1 20 ... Continue reading
French Engineering Services Provider, SEGULA, Selects Altair HyperWorks
Simulation platform improves customer satisfaction and productivity TROY, Mich., Jan. 7 -- Altair Engineering, Inc., a leading global provider of technology and services that empower client innovation and decision-making, announced today that SEGULA, a leading French engineering services company, has selected Altair Hy ... Continue reading
Illinois Tool Works Inc. Acquires Baking Equipment Business Peerless Machinery Corp.
GLENVIEW, Ill., Jan. 7 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. today announced that it has acquired the assets of Peerless Machinery Corp., a leading manufacturer and supplier of mixers, bread dividers, dough handlers, and other food processing equipment. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The Peerless Group will be a wh ... Continue reading
Intermet Corporation Announces Intention to Close its Pulaski, Tenn. Manufacturing Facility
FT. WORTH, Texas, Jan. 7 -- Intermet Corporation, one of the world's leading manufacturers of cast-metal automotive components today announced plans to close its Pulaski, Tenn. facility. The plant is scheduled to ramp down in phases as current jobs are transferred to other Intermet facilities with all operations ceasin ... Continue reading
Initial High-Volume Series Production Expected in Late 2009 for 2010 Automotive Model Year SAN DIEGO, Jan. 7 -- Maxwell Technologies Inc. announced today that Continental AG, one of the world's leading automotive electronics and mechatronics suppliers, has selected Maxwell's BOOSTCAP(R) ultracapacitors as the energy st ... Continue reading
MD Johnson Inc. Expands in the Northeast with the Addition of Jack Donachie
SEATTLE, Jan. 7 -- MD Johnson Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Jack Donachie to the position of Vice President and Northeastern US Transaction Manager. MD Johnson Inc. provides specialized financial advisory services to the firm's clients, with a concentration relative to issues facing auto dealers and de ... Continue reading
NAVIGON Now the Fastest Growing GPS Brand in the U.S.
Consumer GPS newcomer breaks into U.S. market top five after only one full month on store shelves LAS VEGAS and CHICAGO, Jan. 7 -- CES Booth #6011 -- At CES 2008, NAVIGON Inc., provider of navigation products and solutions, will have much to celebrate. In the fiercely competitive GPS category, dominated by a few key pl ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, January 7 -- - Oliver Wyman and Harbour Combination Strengthens Ability to Help Automotive and Manufacturing Clients Close Their Competitive and Performance Gaps - Extends Leadership Position of Oliver Wyman's Automotive Practice in Benchmarking, Lean Manufacturing, and Cost and Efficiency Improvement - Links ... Continue reading
Pointer Telocation Releases Guidance for Year 2008 Revenues and Profitability
Pointer Expects to Record Revenues of Approximately $65 Million Operating Income is Expected to be in the Range of $6 Million GIVATAYIM, Israel, January 7 -- Pointer Telocation Ltd. (Nasdaq Capital Market: PNTR), Tel-Aviv Stock Exchange: PNTR), a leading provider of technology and services to automotive industry, insur ... Continue reading
Seagate D.A.V.E. technology allows automobile OEMs the ability to provide customers with more storage for movies, music, games and more SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 7 -- Seagate Technology and HarmanBecker Automotive Systems, a division of Harman International Industries , announce today plans to incorporate Seagate D.A ... Continue reading
Stout Risius Ross Expands Operational Strategy & Performance Improvement Practice
Top talent strengthens company's operational and international expertise DETROIT, Jan. 7 -- Stout Risius Ross (SRR) has expanded its Operational Strategy & Performance Improvement practice by adding several senior automotive industry experts, which further enables the firm to positively impact the critical operational, ... Continue reading
Taking Over a Car Lease is a New, Affordable Way to Shop for Cars
One Customer Paid $600 Total for a 6-Month Mercedes Lease MIAMI, Jan. 7 -- Still a hidden secret to millions, car shoppers can find incredible savings on vehicles available through lease transfer. Thousands of leased cars with pre-paid mileage or "equity" are often made available because the original lessee needs a way ... Continue reading
Thrifty Car Rental Rolls Prepaid Tolls Into Rental Rates in Florida With Special Promotion
TULSA, Okla., Jan. 7 -- Thrifty Car Rental, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. is minimizing the stress that takes a toll on globetrotting travelers. That's why it's including Pass24(R) Prepaid Toll Service with select car rental rates at participating Florida locations when customers use any America ... Continue reading
TMS to Distribute Columns by Acclaimed Auto Writer Jim Mateja
CHICAGO, Jan. 7 -- Tribune Media Services (TMS), the content-licensing unit of Tribune Company, today announced the introduction of two syndicated weekly columns by award-winning automotive writer Jim Mateja to print and online publishers and other media. The column "Test Drive" takes a comprehensive look at "the good, ... Continue reading
TomTom Inc. Recognized for Call Center Customer Satisfaction Excellence by J.D. Power and Associates
CONCORD, Mass., Jan. 7 -- TomTom, the world's largest portable navigation solutions provider, today announced that it has been recognized for call center customer satisfaction excellence under the J.D. Power and Associates Certified Call Center Program(SM). This distinction, the first of its kind in the portable GPS in ... Continue reading
Toshiba Automotive Graphics Controller to Support QNX Neutrino RTOS
Powerful TX4961 64-bit Graphics Controller Now Supports Popular Real-time OS, Enables Next-Generation LCD-based Dashboard Displays SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 7 -- Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC)*, a committed leader that collaborates with technology companies to create breakthrough designs, today announc ... Continue reading
Touring 2 and E Production Races Air on SPEED This Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Touring 2 and E Production Races Air on SPEED This Week TOPEKA, Kan. (Jan. 7, 2008) - Programming from the 2007 SCCA National Championship Runoffs continues Wednesday, Jan. 9, on SPEED, with the Touring 2 and E Production races. At noon (EST), three-time Showroom Stock B Champion Don Knowles leads ... Continue reading
Trois-Rivieres Completes 2008 MX-5 Cup Schedule
Trois-Rivieres Completes 2008 MX-5 Cup Schedule TOPEKA, Kan. (Dec. 19, 2007) - The 2008 SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup schedule is complete, with the addition of The Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières, Aug. 15 - 17. For the third year in-a-row, MX-5 Cup will race at the famous street course in Trois-Rivières, Quebe ... Continue reading
Trois-Rivieres Completes 2008 MX-5 Cup Schedule
Trois-Rivieres Completes 2008 MX-5 Cup Schedule TOPEKA, Kan. (Dec. 19, 2007) - The 2008 SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup schedule is complete, with the addition of The Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières, Aug. 15 - 17. For the third year in-a-row, MX-5 Cup will race at the famous street course in Trois-Rivières, Quebe ... Continue reading
Visteon and 3M Unveil Consumer-Inspired Automotive Technology
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2008 -- Visteon Corporation and 3M introduced a demonstration vehicle featuring technologies designed to answer a number of previously unarticulated desires of automotive consumers. The vehicle features more than 50 innovative technologies addressing six social trends: comfort, connectivity, convenie ... Continue reading
New XA Spartan-3E FPGA Automotive ECU Development Kit accelerates design for infotainment, driver assistance and driver information applications LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 -- At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) today, Xilinx, Inc. , the world's leading programmable logic supplier, announced immediate availability of the Xili ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS, CES 2008, January 7 -- OKI Electric Industry, Co., Ltd., the leading Japanese electronic equipment manufacturer and Alpine Electronics Inc, Japan's leading manufacturer of in-car audio equipment, mobile multimedia components and in-car navigation systems joined forces with Runcom Technologies Ltd, the pionee ... Continue reading
Xilinx, Xylon and Altia team up to deliver small form factor and scalability, enabling a new era in low-cost FPGA graphics and video control applications LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 -- At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) today, Xilinx, Inc. , the world's leading provider of programmable solutions, announced the availability o ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Sales Announces Management Changes
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 7 -- Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. (TMS) today announced the following executive appointments, effective immediately: With the recent retirement of Bob Pitts, following 36 years of distinguished service, administrative services will now report to Tracey Doi, group vice president & CFO. Chris Host ... Continue reading
Subaru Debuts More Than the 2009 Forester in Detroit
- Company reveals new brand exhibit for the 2008 auto show season - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Jan. 7 -- When the silk sheet is pulled off the all-new 2009 Subaru Forester at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, on January 13, it will be center stage in a new state-of-the-art Subaru exhibit. (Logo: http://www ... Continue reading
- 3-D map content with detailed landmark graphics and road elevations offer travelers an intuitive way to explore new surroundings - LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 -- A leading worldwide supplier of personal GPS products, Mio Technology Corporation is showcasing its new 4.3-inch C620 car navigation system equipped with the latest T ... Continue reading
Clarion Announces a Revolutionary New Product to Lead the Way in the Mobile Internet Device Category
'Clarion's MiND device is the next generation of mobile navigation with Internet connectivity' LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 -- Clarion Corporation of America and Clarion Co., Ltd, a leading global manufacturer of mobile electronics, announce the introduction of MiND (Mobile Internet Navigation Device). MiND is based on the Intel ... Continue reading
Continental Technology 'Drives' Cars That Drive Themselves
"The Boss" Autonomous Vehicle on Display at Consumer Electronics Show LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "The Boss," the Chevy Tahoe making national news today as GM announces that cars that drive themselves could be ready for sale within a decade, is on display at the Consumer Electronics Show. It features s ... Continue reading
Visteon and 3M Announce New Technology Collaboration
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2008 -- Visteon Corporation and 3M announced a global advanced technology collaboration today at a 2008 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) press conference in Las Vegas. The companies unveiled a jointly developed demonstration vehicle showcasing more than 50 technologies designed to enhanc ... Continue reading
3M Donates Two Full Paint Schemes to American Red Cross for the 2008 NASCAR Season 3M, in partnership with Roush Fenway Racing, announced today that it will donate the No. 16 Fordâs full paint scheme to the American Red Cross for two races during the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup season. 3M will also donate space on the ... Continue reading
ALMS (BRASELTON, GA.) - IN HIS OWN WORDS: PATRICK LONG
American Porsche factory driver Patrick Long (left) will return to full-time American Le Mans Series competition with Penske Racing. Patrick Long is preparing for the biggest season of his young racing life. When the 2008 American Le Mans Series begins, Porsche's lone American factory driver will pilot one of Penske Ra ... Continue reading
In response to todayâs decision in the antitrust suit brought by Kentucky Speedway against NASCAR and ISC, Stanley Chesley, attorney for Kentucky Speedway stated: âWe are disappointed in the Courtâs decision, both for ourselves, for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and for all those fans who have been hurt ... Continue reading
RACING BUSINESS (DAYTONA, FLA.) - Court Dismisses Kentucky Speedway Litigation
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Jan. 7 -- International Speedway Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ISCB) ("ISC") today announced the United States District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, has dismissed, in its entirety, the civil anti-trust action brought by Kentucky Speedway, LLC against ISC and the National Association for Stoc ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (BIRMINGHAM, UK.) - THE COUNTDOWN FOR NATIONAL MOTORSPORT WEEK BEGINS
The countdown for the third National Motorsport Week (NMW) will begin in earnest at the Autosport International Show, NEC, Birmingham, 10-13 January. The show is Europe's largest annual motorsport exhibition and brings together the related industry, participants, media and fans in one glorious celebration of one of the ... Continue reading
RACING BUSINESS (INDIANAPOLIS, IN.) - IMS PRODUCTIONS WELCOMES 2008 WITH STAFF PROMOTIONS, HIRING
IMS Productions, the state-of-the-art video production arm of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, recently announced several key staff promotions, shifts in responsibilities and a new employee. Brian Gordon, Brian Annakin and Steve Stiles were promoted, Mark Condron was assigned additional responsibilities, and Hannah May ... Continue reading
Jan. 7, 2008 Contact: Darren Jacobs, (248) 553-4566 E-mail: djacobs@jrthompson.com Eight Team Mopar® Drivers Will Participate in an Autograph Session at the 22nd Annual Dodge Chili Bowl Nationals ⬠Kasey Kahne and Gary Scelzi will join six other Team Mopar® circle track stars in an autograph session on Frida ... Continue reading
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TEAM REPORTS (LAKE PLACID) - Coughlin a bronze medal winner in first bobsled race
Reigning POWERade Pro Stock champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. began his 2008 racing season in unique fashion by participating in the third annual Chevy Geoff Bodine Bobsled Challenge at the U.S. Olympic compound in northern New York. Piloting a bobsled for the first time, Coughlin was one of five NHRA pros to take on several N ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (HIGH POINT, NC.) - BILL DAVIS RACING ENTERS 2008 SEASON WITH HIGH HOPES FOR SUCCESS
As Toyotaâs most successful NASCAR team in 2007, Bill Davis Racing begins Preseason Thunder testing for the historic 50th running of the Daytona 500 with optimism. âWe are excited about our race teams as we move into the second year of the Toyota Sprint Cup program. With the progress the #22 CAT Sprint Cup te ... Continue reading
Porsche to Build Hybrid Drive Panamera
Gran Turismo Particularly Fuel-Efficient STUTTGART - January 7, 2008: Porsche will also be building a hybrid drive version of the new Panamera. This four-door Gran Turismo with sporting driving dynamics so typical of Porsche will boast the proven components featured in the Cayenne Hybrid entering the market at the end ... Continue reading
2008 NAIAS: Subaru Detroit Auto Show Preview
All-New Design with Improved Comfort, Space and Utility All-New Platform With Sport-Sedan Dynamics Standard Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) CHERRY HILL, N.J â Subaru of America, Inc. today released the first official photos of the all-new, third-generation 2009 Forester, a total re-design of the award-winning cross ... Continue reading
Audi R8 to go on sale in China on January 17 - VIDEO ENHANCED
SHANGHAI - January 7, 2008: Audi R8 sports car will finally go on sale in the Chinese market in the middle of January, Chinese auto media reported. The Audi R8 will sell at a bit less than 2 million yuan ($274,914). Meantime Audi A5 will also go on sale in March, which will be priced at 700,000 yuan ($96,220) to 850,00 ... Continue reading
Mazda Sends Off First Cargo Shipment of 2008
- Commitment to further growth this year - HIROSHIMA, Japan - Mazda Motor Corporation today held its annual ceremony marking the first product shipment of the year at the companyâs cargo dock near its headquarters in Hiroshima. Approximately 500 people, including Hisakazu Imaki, Mazdaâs representative directo ... Continue reading
Chrysler LLC Achieves Record Sales Outside North America With Best Year Ever
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, January 7 -- - Chrysler achieved its best year ever outside North America in 2007, surpassing the previous sales record set 10 years ago - 2007 sales increased 15 percent over 2006 - December 2007 sales grew six percent over the same month last year - Unprecedented 31 consecutive months of year- ... Continue reading
EcoBoost - Ford Motor Company's new high-volume, affordable engine technology
EcoBoost is Ford Motor Companyâs new high-volume, affordable engine technology slated for a range of global vehicles â from small cars to large trucks. EcoBoost uses gasoline turbocharged direct-injection technology for up to 20 percent better fuel economy, 15 percent fewer CO2 emissions and superior driving ... Continue reading
Popular Ford SYNC System Updated, Expanded; '911 Assist' Connects Emergency Medical Help
- Ford-Microsoft SYNC system to be available in nearly all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles later this year - New '911 Assist' feature will help quickly connect vehicle occupants directly to a local 911 emergency operator following an air bag deployment in a SYNC-equipped vehicle - with no monthly fees - Since SYNC i ... Continue reading
Chinese Government Approves Chery-Quantum LLC Joint Venture Project
SHANGHAI - January 7, 2008: National Development and Reform Commission, Chinaâs powerful top economic policy-making and regulatory body, has recently approved a joint venture project between Chery Automobile and Quantum LLC, a U.S. unit of Tel Aviv-listed holding company Israel Corp, Chinaâs official media Xi ... Continue reading
China's Automobile Imports in November Surge 43% Year-On-Year
SHANGHAI - January 7, 2008: China's vehicle imports continued to surge in November. A total of 32,200 vehicles were imported in November, up 42.52 percent year-on-year and 38.03 percent month-on-month, according to China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM). Of 32,200 vehicles imported to China in November, 1 ... Continue reading
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