Study Shows Car Technology Rules Purchase Decision
Nov 18, 2015
Technology trumps color when it comes to shopping for a new vehicle, according to findings of Autotrader's 2015 In-Vehicle Technology Shopper Influence Study, which provides insight into how vehicle technology impacts consumer vehicle purchase behavior. Conducted in September 2015, Autotrader had KS&R, Inc. survey onli ... Continue reading
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Announces Two $5,000 Intermotor Scholarship Winners
Nov 17, 2015
Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) announced today that it has selected the winners of its Intermotor® Import Leader Automotive Scholarship Contest. Froylin Flores of Grandview, WA and Cody Whitten of Clearfield, UT will each receive $5,000 for their continuing automotive education. Mr. Flores and Mr. Whitten were ch ... Continue reading
Rear View Safety Ranks Once Again as the Number One Best Backup Camera in the Industry in 2015
Nov 17, 2015
Rear View Safety, the industry leader in the sales and distribution of backup camera systems, as well as a strong and dedicated road safety advocate, is thrilled and honored to announce that it has once again been ranked as the top provider of backup camera systems in the industry. Rear View Safety manufactures devices ... Continue reading
Audi Selects Sirius XM Connected Vehicle Services to Power Emergency Services for Audi connect
Nov 17, 2015
SiriusXM and Audi of America, Inc. today announced that Audi has selected Sirius XM Connected Vehicle Services Inc., a unit of SiriusXM, to power emergency services for the next generation of Audi connect. The new emergency services will be available beginning with the model year 2017 Audi Q7, which goes on sale in Jan ... Continue reading
Nov 17, 2015
Faurecia, one of the world's largest automotive suppliers, will share research on behavioral changes that it believes will impact occupants of autonomous vehicles at the Connected Car Expo during the Los Angeles Auto Show. Faurecia and affiliated research organizations have identified several important challenges the i ... Continue reading
Nov 16, 2015
The emissions control and aftertreatment components and services segment is expected to emerge as the fastest-growing branch of the North American Class 6 to 8 truck aftermarket over the next six years. The large installed base and increasing number of vehicles in operation will spur replacement opportunities and attra ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS November 16, 2015: Rolls-Royce, Isuzu Made GM, Ford, MB, Porsche, Kia
Nov 16, 2015
NHTSA RECALLS November 16, 2015: Rolls-Royce, Isuzu Made GM, Ford, MB, Porsche, Kia ... Continue reading
Hyundai Virtual Guide Introduces Augmented Reality To The Owner's Manual
Nov 15, 2015
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 10, 2015 -- Later this year, Hyundai will be the first mainstream automaker to launch an augmented reality owner's manual app. The Hyundai Virtual Guide app is the brand's modern take on the traditional owner's manual, allowing consumers to use their smartphone or tablet computer to get how-to informa ... Continue reading
Nov 15, 2015
* Cadillac unveiled its all-new 2017 XT5 crossover on the eve of the Dubai auto show. Production of the XT5, which replaces the SRX, will begin in spring 2016 in the U.S. and China. Cadillac plans to show the XT5 again next week at the Los Angeles auto show. We ask: Does the Dubai auto show now need to be added to the ... Continue reading
Michelin Holiday Campaign Celebrates America's Commercial Drivers
Nov 13, 2015
#KeepThanksMoving campaign invites people to share their thanks via social media GREENVILLE, SC -- November 12, 2015: As Americans enjoy the food, gifts and get-togethers that are the hallmarks of the holiday season, Michelin invites everyone to take a moment and salute the season's unsung heroes, commercial drivers. T ... Continue reading
Got A Car Question? Ask The Auto Lab - Live From NY Nov 14, 2015
Nov 12, 2015
Car Question? Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 Auto Lab is a 25 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with advice for the New York area's 12 million people, providing listeners wi ... Continue reading
DYMAG Launches New Lightweight Carbom Composite Wheel At SEMA
Nov 12, 2015
Dymag, the British wheel company that developed the worldâs first carbon composite auto wheel to SAE and BS standards, is launching its first new auto wheel for 10 years at SEMA 2015. The company that became famous for making wheels to supply F1 and IndyCar racing teams and legends such as Ayrton Senna, Nigel Mans ... Continue reading
Ford F-150 Pro Trailer Backup Assist Named 'Best of Innovation' Awards Honoree for CES 2016
Nov 11, 2015
Pro Trailer Backup Assist⢠on the 2016 Ford F-150 is named the top CES® 2016 Best of Innovation Awards Honoree in the Vehicle Intelligence category by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) â¢, formerly the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) ®. Pro Trailer Backup Assist⢠makes the challenge o ... Continue reading
Volvo Wins Arbitration Case Concerning Defective Components
Nov 10, 2015
The Volvo Group (STO:VOLVB) (STO:VOLVA) has won a case in the Arbitration Tribunal relating to defective components delivered by an international supplier. The deliveries were made several years ago and the problem was corrected in the production process many years ago. The current assessment is that the outcome will h ... Continue reading
Nov 10, 2015
It's no secret that regular maintenance helps prolong the life and performance of your vehicle, but you may be surprised by how many routine maintenance tasks you can complete by yourself at home. Get in the garage this winter and tackle that cabin fever with these DIY car care projects that can be done all at once and ... Continue reading
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