Volvo Group invests in DriveCam
Feb 13, 2013
Volvo Group Venture Capital, a subsidiary to the Volvo Group, today announced that Volvo has made a strategic investment in DriveCam. The two companies have joined forces with the objective of delivering innovative safety-centric solutions to the global commercial vehicle industry. ... Continue reading
30,000-Mile GE FlexEfficiency Truck Tour Winds up in New York City Region
Feb 13, 2013
After covering more than 30,000 miles, GE's FlexEfficiency* Truck Tour, showcasing the power generation technology of tomorrow, will make its 27th and final stop Wednesday, Feb. 13 in Weehawken, N.J., across the Hudson River from New York City. ... Continue reading
Feb 13, 2013
The long-term dependability of three-year-old models has improved year-over-year, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2013 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) released today. The study, now in its 24th year, measures problems experienced during the past 12 months by original owners of three-year-old vehicles ... Continue reading
Amazon Cloud Player -- Now in Your Car
Feb 13, 2013
starting today, Amazon Cloud Player is available in Ford SYNC Applink-equipped vehicles. Ford owners can now wirelessly connect the Amazon MP3 app on their Android smartphone to the SYNC connectivity system to access and enjoy their entire Cloud Player music library in their car using simple voice commands or the audio ... Continue reading
2013 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW WRAP-UP
Feb 13, 2013
By Steve Purdy, Thom Cannell and Larry Nutson The Auto Channelâs intrepid auto show coverage team The Chicago Auto Show claims the distinction of being the oldest new car show (this is the 105th), and the largest in square footage and numbers of attendees. We certainly canât dispute either. We enjoy covering ... Continue reading
2013 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL Test Drive By Henny Hemmes
Feb 12, 2013
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel THE HAGUE, February 4, 2013. During my recent trip to California, I wanted to drive several new cars that are not available in Europe. As a newly appointed juror for the World Car Awards, I wanted to be able to also cast my vote each on each one of them, especiall ... Continue reading
New Report Summarizes Car-Truck Contribution/Fault in Serious Crashes
Feb 12, 2013
A new report released today by the American Trucking Associations summarizes the car-truck relative contribution/fault findings of several large-scale studies. "The principal policy reason for evaluating relative contribution, and the nature of errors that increase crash risk, is to design and implement cost-effective ... Continue reading
Women's Day Returns To The 2013 Chicago Auto Show: February 12
Feb 12, 2013
While there are many activities that appeal to women during the run of the 10-day Chicago Auto Show, organizers host Women's Day annually to further reach the female demographic. Held this year on Tuesday, February 12, Women's Day at the Chicago Auto Show will feature a robust lineup of events and activities geared tow ... Continue reading
Ford Dealers Give Tens of Millions to U.S. Nonprofits, Provide Thousands of Volunteer Hours Annually
Feb 11, 2013
Ford and Lincoln dealers contribute between $35.1 million and $84.6 million to charities and nonprofits across the U.S. annually, a Ford Motor Company survey shows The sheer amount of hours dealers and their employees donate also entails up to an additional 4,380 people working 40 hours per week year-round Videos: Six ... Continue reading
AIADA Announces Ohio Dealer Jenell Ross as 2013 Chairwoman
Feb 11, 2013
The American International Automobile Dealers Association today announced Centerville, Ohio, dealer Jenell Ross as its 2013 chairwoman. Ross took over the position during AIADA's 43rd Annual Meeting and Luncheon, held today in Orlando, Fla. "Our brands, more than ever before, are America's brands - and I'm going to tel ... Continue reading
Honda Wins The Driving Engagement Award During The Chicago Auto Show Social Media Preview
Feb 11, 2013
The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, and Word of Mouth Marketing Association (WOMMA) presented American Honda Motor Co., Inc. with the first-ever "Driving Engagement" award for best social media campaign of 2012 during the Social Media Preview of the 2013 Chicago Auto Show ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Executive Receives "Spirit of Leadership Award" from Women's Automotive Association
Feb 11, 2013
Barbara Pilarski, Vice President, Business Development, Chrysler Group receives "Spirit of Leadership Award" from Women's Automotive Association International Award is presented annually "to professional women in the automotive industry in recognition of their significant accomplishments in their profession, community ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group and Fiat S.p.A. Announce Most Accessorized Vehicles and Top-selling Accessories
Feb 11, 2013
Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler and Dodge Challenger are most accessorized vehicles in North America Side steps, Jeep Wrangler tops and floor mats are best-selling accessories in North America Fiat 500, Fiat 500L and Jeep Grand Cherokee among most accessorized vehicles in other global regions Top-selling accessories announced ... Continue reading
Feb 10, 2013
PR Newswire WALTHAM, Mass., Feb. 10, 2013 WALTHAM, Mass., Feb. 10, 013 -- DealerRater car dealer review web site, today announced the results of a joint study with Polk that demonstrates the direct connection between auto dealerships' average online star ratings and new vehicle sales. Based on study findings, dealers ... Continue reading
Feb 10, 2013
Ford is teaming up with PlugShare, an industry-leading aggregator of public charge stations, to provide real-time charge station information to drivers of Ford's all-new plug-in hybrid vehicles C-MAX Energi and Fusion Energi Ford is the only manufacturer to offer real-time charging station location information through ... Continue reading
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