Dec 4, 2012
Protean Electric's advanced in-wheel electric drive has been named one of the 10 Most Promising Technologies for 2013 by Car and Driver magazine. Being named to this list is evidence that Protean Electric's in-wheel electric drive has a bright future in the global auto industry, according to Car and Driver, the world's ... Continue reading
Third of Young People Think They're Better Drivers Than Their Parents
Dec 4, 2012
According to research by RED Driving School, the UK's largest driving school, one in three young people believe they are better drivers than their elders and are more careful. Of those surveyed, 29 per cent stated that their driving is of a higher quality, and they do not exhibit the same bad driving habits as parents ... Continue reading
Dec 4, 2012
A newly released publication, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG): The Solution to a Major Transportation Challenge, reports that the use of renewable natural gas as a vehicle fuel is a technologically viable alternative to relying exclusively on petroleum-based fuels for transportation. The new publication was prepared by Ene ... Continue reading
AAA Michigan Supports Cell Phone Ban for Novice Teen Drivers
Dec 3, 2012
AAA Michigan strongly supports legislation which would prohibit novice teen drivers from talking on cell phones while driving. Senate Bill 756 was passed earlier this year by the Michigan Senate and is now before the Michigan House for consideration. Under the legislation, teenage drivers with a Level 1 or 2 license wi ... Continue reading
Lincoln Announces Its New 2013 Campaign: Introducing the Lincoln Motor Company
Dec 3, 2012
Lincoln, the luxury automotive brand, today announced the launch of its new advertising campaign: "Introducing the Lincoln Motor Company." Lincoln was originally called the Lincoln Motor Company in 1922, when Edsel Ford signed the agreement purchasing the company from its founder Henry Leland. During its early years, E ... Continue reading
Dec 3, 2012
90-year-old brand poised to reinvent and capture premium automotive market New creative strategy features brand's first-ever Super Bowl ad The Lincoln brand of the Ford Motor Company today announced its intent to once again be a major competitor in the premium automotive marketplace. The company, introduced as The Linc ... Continue reading
Even Santa Would Choose to Drive Rather Than Fly Commercial This Holiday Season
Dec 3, 2012
If Santa didn't have his own private sleigh to fly, he would probably choose to drive this holiday season. Imagine the hassle for Santa to take off his belt and boots in an airport security line, and how much he would have to pay for extra baggage fees. While Santa doesn't have to choose to drive, many more travelers a ... Continue reading
Dec 3, 2012
The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, today announced a new endeavor with the Word of Mouth Marketing Association (WOMMA), the official non-profit trade association dedicated to the word of mouth and social media marketing industry. The Chicago Auto Show and WOMMA will coll ... Continue reading
ADEPT Driver Encourages Senior Driver Tune Ups During Older Driver Safety Awareness Week
Dec 3, 2012
ADEPT Driver encourages mature drivers to tune up their driving skills during Older Driver Safety Awareness Week by using Lifelong Driver. "As we get older, we can do a lot of things better than we used to. But chances are, driving is not one of them," said Dr. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Breaks All-Time November Sales Record
Dec 3, 2012
Hyundai Motor America today announced record sales of 53,487 vehicles in November, an eight percent total sales increase compared with the same record-setting period a year ago. Sales are also up eight percent for the first eleven months of the year. "The Black Friday sales period once again provided a strong boost for ... Continue reading
Nearly Nine in 10 Seniors Drive a Car that Doesn't Fit their Aging Needs
Dec 3, 2012
AAA research helps "silver tsunami" match vehicle features to health concerns With nearly 90 percent of motorists 65 and older suffering from health issues that affect driving safety, finding a car that not onlyadapts to conditions, such as lack of flexibility or muscle strength, while maintaining safety and comfort ca ... Continue reading
2013 Chevrolet Volt Second Look Review By Steve Purdy
Dec 2, 2012
2013 CHEVY VOLT Taking a second look By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau We just reviewed the extended-range electric Chevy Volt last spring but our resource guys assured us there were enough changes to warrant another look. This is also an opportunity to check back with my friend, Walt, whom I referenced ... Continue reading
Dec 2, 2012
, J.D. Power & Associates announced in its annual Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) report that Infiniti achieved a No. 2 overall ranking in the luxury segment, which is up eight rank positions from 2011--the largest increase in J.D. Power & Associates history. The report shows that both Infiniti and Nissan continue to ... Continue reading
Ford eNews --Week of Nov. 28, 2012
Dec 2, 2012
2014 Ford Fiesta debuts; Fiesta ST to launch in North America Ford's new Fiesta, debuting today at the Los Angeles Auto Show, will redefine the small car with a projected best 40 mpg-plus fuel economy rating with the available 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine, an exciting new look, and special features and technology that mak ... Continue reading
2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i Rocky Mountain Review By Dan Poler
Dec 1, 2012
By Dan Poler Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Channnel 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i The BMW X5 has been around in its current form since the 2007 model year and represents the standard for on-road luxury SUV performance. We had an opportunity to spend an enjoyable week with this trendsetter and found that it still retains the s ... Continue reading
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