Apr 18, 2013
Velodyne LiDAR, the leading developer of real-time 3D LiDAR sensor technology, showcased its newest HDL32 sensor at SPAR International. The trip allowed Velodyne to demonstrate how the LiDAR sensor utilizes laser-based measurements to view the environment in 3D. ... Continue reading
Northwest drivers avoid excuses, and tickets, during traffic stops
Apr 18, 2013
Drivers in the Northwest are notorious for being overly polite -- just observe any 4-way stop across the region to witness the "no, you go" tendencies shared by many. At the same time, the latest poll from PEMCO Insurance shows that Northwest drivers are no strangers to that sinking feeling of being pulled over by poli ... Continue reading
Apr 18, 2013
What distracts you while you're driving? Your cellphone? A coffee cup that just spilled? Your commuter conversations? More adults are admitting they drive distracted even though they know it's wrong.* And the statistics bear that out. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted drivi ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago: Steps to Take in a Flood
Apr 18, 2013
Flooding can create extremely dangerous driving conditions for motorists on roadways. AAA Chicago advises motorists to prepare themselves and their car. Motorists are advised to monitor weather conditions and follow advice from authorities. If it is not safe to travel and you don't have to travel, don't drive. ... Continue reading
Apr 18, 2013
Industry experts at KBB.com have named the Honda Fit EV to their annual list of 10 Best Green Cars. The editors at KBB.com were impressed with the Fit EV's combination of efficiency and power, which made it an easy choice as one of the best green vehicles of 2013. This most recent award continues Honda Fit EV's recogni ... Continue reading
10 Best Green Cars Of 2013 Named By KBB.com
Apr 18, 2013
Just in time for Earth Day, eco-friendly drivers in the market for a new car can see which models the experts recommend in the list of 10 Best Green Cars of 2013 by the editors of Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new and used car information. ... Continue reading
2013 Stagecoach Country Music Festival Sets the Stage for 2014 Toyota 4Runner Reveal
Apr 18, 2013
Toyota will stage the world debut of the redesigned 2014 4Runner mid-size SUV on Saturday, April 27 at 1:15 p.m. PDT at the 2013 Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, Calif., near Palm Springs. The event marks the automaker's first-ever public reveal at a major music festival. The Toyota 4Runner, now in its fifth generat ... Continue reading
It's Easy Being Green When It Comes to Your Car
Apr 18, 2013
Kermit once said that "it's not easy being green," but when it comes to your car, the opposite is true. Consumers can help protect the environment and keep more "green" in their wallets by following a few simple steps from the Car Council. Hang onto your current vehicle and limit the number of new cars you buy over the ... Continue reading
AAA Identifies Motorist Breaking Point On Gas Prices in New Consumer Index
Apr 18, 2013
AAA Identifies Motorist Breaking Point On Gas Prices in New Consumer Index Nearly two-thirds of consumers offset high gas prices with driving or lifestyle changes Half of U.S. adults consider gas prices to be too high" when it reaches $3.44 per gallon, indicating a potential breaking point on gas prices, according to ... Continue reading
USAA Names 2013 Best Value Vehicles
Apr 17, 2013
USAA unveiled its third-annual Best Value vehicles list naming the top 2013 automobiles that offer affordability, safety and reliability. The 2013 Best Value list includes:Large Sedan: Dodge Charger Large Luxury SUV: No vehicle ranked* Midsize Sedan: Dodge Avenger Midsize Luxury SUV: Lexus RX 450h (hybrid) Small Sedan: ... Continue reading
All New TomTom GO Puts Drivers Back On the Map
Apr 17, 2013
TomTom sets a new standard in navigation with the launch of the all new TomTom GO. TomTom has completely re-designed the Portable Navigation Device (PND) to put drivers back in control of their drive. A brand new Interactive Map, Lifetime TomTom Traffic and 3D Maps give drivers the ability to know precisely what is goi ... Continue reading
DHL Launches Driver Safety Initiative with AlertDriving and Partner MiX Telematics
Apr 17, 2013
AlertDriving, the global leader in web-based driver risk management solutions, has recently finalized the launch of a driver safety initiative for DHL in the UAE through its global VAR, MiX Telematics. ... Continue reading
Apr 17, 2013
"The first Prius was a surprising success, but I don't think any of us at the time imagined it would lead to twelve Toyota and Lexus hybrids for the US market with sales of two million. And after 13 years, there are nearly 50 hybrid models on the road today, but Prius still leads the way." WORLDWIDE, TOYOTA SELLS 19 HY ... Continue reading
Hyundai's Focus On Consumer Lifestyle Led To Company's Assurance Connected Care
Apr 17, 2013
U.S. consumers are increasingly looking for cars designed and packaged to meet their overall lifestyle needs, Mike O'Brien, vice president of corporate and product planning for Hyundai Motor America, told attendees at the SAE 2013 World Congress in Detroit. His remarks highlighted consumer insights driving the integrat ... Continue reading
Apr 17, 2013
Ford delivers best hybrid sales quarter, ever Ford delivered its best hybrid sales quarter in the first quarter of 2013, with sales totaling 21,080 vehicles. Ford's hybrid sales were up 324 percent nationally over 2012, achieving a 16 percent share of the electrified vehicle market -- up from 4 percent last year. . ... Continue reading
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