Scott Painter Finally Dries Up At TrueCar
By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL AUTO CENTRAL - August 7, 2015: Scott Painter, founder and CEO of the online car buying service TrueCar, Inc., has resigned from his position as company CEO. He will reportedly remain chairman of the board but have no involvement with day-to-day operati ... Continue reading
An Open Letter from Preston Tucker to Detroit +VIDEO
This letter appeared in many newspapers in the United States on June 15, 1948. An Open Letter to The Automobile Industry In The Interests Of The American Motorist By Preston Tucker President, Tucker Corp. Gentlemen: As you know, we are building a completely new motorcar—the rear engine Tucker. Being new-comers in ... Continue reading
Renault is Automotive Partner of The Big Feastival, August 28-30
Renault UK will serve up a tasty treat for foodies, music lovers and families this summer as it comes back for second helpings as the official automotive partner of Jamie Oliver and Alex James Big Feastival. For the second year running, the brand will have a major presence at the food-flavoured festival, showcasing i ... Continue reading
Six New Kia Geniueses Graduate from the Kia Acadamy
Kia is currently trialling its new Kia Genius programme with six dealerships across the country taking part each employing a Kia Genius. Kia identified a shift in its customers habits with the increase in digital and mobile technologies that in some cases can remove the personal aspect from the buying process. ... Continue reading
Pagani Automobli Selects Zerolight to Delover Next Generation Digital Showroom Experience
ZeroLight technology will power the latest in automotive retail innovation. SAN CESARIO SUL PANARO, ITALY -- August 7, 2015: Italy â Pagani Automobili today announced the appointment of real-time 3D visualisation specialist ZeroLight, as provider of Paganiâs next generation digital retail technology, which is ... Continue reading
Skoda Ranks Highest in Vehicle Dependability in Inaugural J D Power UK Study
Technology is Creating Problems for Vehicle Owners MUNICH: August 7, 2015: Å koda ranks highest in vehicle dependability among all nameplates in the United Kingdom, according to the inaugural J.D. Power 2015 UK Vehicle Dependability StudySM (VDS) released today. The study measures problems experienced during the past ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi is On Track to be the Faster Growing UK Car Brand for 3rd Year in a Row
Mitsubishi vehicle sales continue their upward trend in July according to SMMT figures released today, with a 39 per cent increase compared to the same month last year. Passenger vehicle sales through this calendar year to date are more than double last year, up 104 per cent. Mitsubishi remains the UKâs fastest gr ... Continue reading
PEUGEOT 108: The Perfect City Car
Small but perfectly formed, the PEUGEOT 108 is the city car which sets a new benchmark in affordable chic. Its high on style, spacious and practical, and comes with a wide range of desirable, easy-to-use technology to improve life on the road. In short, its the perfect choice for buyers seeking a 65-registratio ... Continue reading
Mazda to Unveil New Crossover Concept in Frankfurt
In a world premiere at the 66th 2015 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), Mazda will reveal the Mazda Koeru, a new crossover SUV concept that makes a bold statement in an increasingly popular and competitive segment. Koeru, Japanese for exceed or go beyond, is a fitting name for Mazdas latest venture int ... Continue reading
All-New KODA Fabia Monte Carlo
SKODA is expanding its award-winning Fabia range with the introduction of the new Fabia Monte Carlo, which adds enhanced exterior body styling and a sporty new interior. ... Continue reading
Suzuki Baleno Hatchback to Debut at the 66th IAA Frankfurt Motor Show
The all new Baleno, an ideal hatchback from compact car expert Suzuki is set to make its world premiere at the 66th IAA Frankfurt Motor Show.* The debut of the full production version follows on from the iK-2 Concept seen at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year. The Baleno harmoniously combines stylish design, spaci ... Continue reading
GEICO Launches Military Veterans IT Development Program
The pathway to career success for military veterans often has its share of obstacles and uncertainty. To assist veterans interested in building a career in information technology (IT), GEICO is launching a Veteran's IT Professional Development program. âThe Veterans IT Development program will help build their fou ... Continue reading
Panasonic Corporation today announced that it will start the mass-production of the capacitive-type, highly sensitive, multi-touch capable automotive curved touch panel at the end of September 2015. The panels can enhance the design flexibility of vehicle cockpits and the operability of the panels of car navigation sys ... Continue reading
FEI European Championships 2015: Mercedes-Benz at European Festival of Equestrianism in Aachen
The history of equestrian sport in Aachen dates back to 1898. In this long history of success, 2015 ranks as a very special year. "Mercedes-Benz has a long tradition of involvement in equestrian sport, as is impressively demonstrated by its over 60 years of partnership with the CHIO Aachen. We are especially pleased to ... Continue reading
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude 4X4 Review By John Heilig
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude 4X4 Review By John Heilig ... Continue reading
GM Marks Tech Center's National Historic Landmark
National Park Service and Michigan Historic Preservation Office make site official WARREN, Mich. â With officials from the U.S Department of the Interior, National Park Service and Michigan Historic Preservation Office on hand, General Motors today unveiled a 5-foot-tall, 1,200-pound bethel white granite marker of ... Continue reading
Volkswagen's The North American Engineering and Planning Center Centralizes Research and Development
The North American Engineering and Planning Center centralizes Volkswagenâs research and development, and product planning efforts in the American South. This new entity joins the production, purchasing and sales efforts currently operating in the North American Region. Headed by Dr. ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company is donating seven Ford Flex utility vehicles to the DAV, extending a strong relationship that has assisted disabled military veterans for 93 years. The vehicles will become part of the DAV Transportation Network that enlists volunteer drivers to take sick and disabled veterans to VA medical centers a ... Continue reading
Nation's Top Truck Drivers Set to Compete in St. Louis
Gateway City to Host 78th Annual National Truck Driving Championships -- Next week, more than 400 top professional truck drivers from across the country will head to St. Louis for the 78th annual "Super Bowl of Safety," the 2015 National Truck Driving Championships and National Step Van Driving Championships, hosted by ... Continue reading
Stop, Dodge and Roll ... Down Woodward Avenue
Dodge Dominates 2015 Woodward Dream Cruise with Grudge-style Match Drag Racing, Hellcat Horsepower, Live Music and Celebrity Guests Dodge rocks the Woodward Avenue Dream Cruise again in 2015 with four days of family-friendly activities for performance car enthusiasts. "The Woodward Dream Cruise is a celebration of perf ... Continue reading
Experience Summer Music Festivals through the Eyes of an Artist
Artists Becky G and Raquel Sofia share real-time content on social channels via Toyotaâs #VayamosJuntos TORRANCE, CA -- Aug. 6, 2015: Mexican-American singer-songwriter Becky G and Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and musician Raquel Sofia are taking you for a ride at two of the summerâs biggest music festivals ... Continue reading
MADD Texas Warns Parents: Early Alcohol Use Undermines Academic Success
With the new school year about to begin, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is warning Texas parents about the potential harm alcohol can have on their children's academic success. More specifically, research has shown that teen brain development is adversely affected by alcohol, which could lead to poorer academic ... Continue reading
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