Nissan Delivers Surprise Respite To Black Friday Holiday Shoppers
Nov 21, 2012
Nissan is joining the Black Friday shopping rush, offering comfort, shelter and assistance to crowds on the hunt for Christmas shopping deals. Using a pair of brand-new 2013 Nissan Altima sedans and a Nissan Quest minivan, the company will provide shoppers with warm refuge as they brave long lines at the Colorado Mills ... Continue reading
POET CEO applauds decision to deny RFS waiver
Nov 20, 2012
Industry can continue to invest in improving efficiency, commercializing cellulosic biofuels SIOUX FALLS, SD (Nov. 16, 2012) â POET CEO Jeff Lautt today issued the following statement regarding the EPAâs decision on the Renewable Fuel Standard waiver: âThe EPA today made a sound decision in denying a wai ... Continue reading
CC, Olé!, JX And Nice To Be Back: In This Month's Letter From Europe
Nov 20, 2012
By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel After several weeks in and out of hospitals it was nice to get behind the wheel,(Ed.Note - nice to have you back Andrew), as silly as it may sound, it wasnât that easy. General anesthetics has a funny way of hitting you weeks later when least expected. Mercif ... Continue reading
CTEK Reminds Vehicle Owners of the Importance of Winter Car Care
Nov 20, 2012
With UK weather predictions for November including below-average temperatures and a snow flurry or two, CTEK, a leading global battery charging brand, is reminding drivers to prepare their vehicles properly for winter. Tyres The tread and pressure of your tyres is the most important check you can undertake at any time ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Finds Dodge Dart Is Promising Small Sedan But Has Room For Improvement
Nov 20, 2012
Cadillac XTS and Lincoln MKS Fall Short of Expectations in Luxury Sedan Category The Dodge Dart, the first all-new model to emerge from the Fiat-Chrysler alliance, earned praise from Consumer Reports for its solid feel, handling and ride, and upscale options. But ultimately it didn't score high enough to be recommended ... Continue reading
Progressive Insurance Data Shows Parking-Related Claims Increase 36.5% on Black Friday
Nov 20, 2012
With droves of deal-seeking shoppers flocking to stores the day after Thanksgiving, Black Friday can lead to crowded parking lots. According to claims data from Progressive Insurance, those full lots yield an increase in accidents that occur in parking situations. Claims range from fender benders to break-ins, and the ... Continue reading
Nov 20, 2012
Jaguar Land Rover will draw the world's attention to all things British with the debut of three exciting new luxury automobiles in the U.S. at the 2012 Los Angeles International Automobile Show, November 28 -- December 9. "This year's Los Angeles Auto show is one of the most significant U.S. shows in years for Jaguar L ... Continue reading
GE, Ford Collaborate on Alternative Fuel Vehicle Adoption and Research
Nov 20, 2012
GE today announced a collaboration with Ford Motor Co. in which the company will purchase 2,000 new Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrids for its fleet. As part of the collaboration, Ford will jointly market GE's alternative fuel infrastructure solutions to commercial customers and provide new alternative fuel vehicles for ... Continue reading
Fireball Tim's BIG BOOK OF WACKY RIDES has Launched!!
Nov 20, 2012
HOLLYWOOD USA - November 20, 2012: Inspired by his intense love of cars, animals and creativity, Big Book of Wacky Rides! by Fireball Tim is a mad-cap take on inanimate objects transformed into cool cars. Each illustration stands on its own as an amusing story, delighting children and parents around the world. From the ... Continue reading
Nov 20, 2012
GE will purchase 2,000 C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrids -- Ford's largest-ever plug-in electrified vehicle fleet sale -- as part of GE's commitment to convert half of its global fleet to alternative fuel vehicles C-MAX Energi is America's most fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid with a 108 MPGe city EPA rating and a 620-mile sin ... Continue reading
LoJack Corporation Issues Vehicle Theft Trendwatch Based On FBI's Uniform Crime Report
Nov 20, 2012
While the FBI's newly released 2011 Uniform Crime Report* indicated that vehicle theft in the U.S. decreased again for the year, a close look at the numbers reveals several troubling trends including the lowest national recovery rate of stolen vehicles since 1981 and significant vehicle theft increases in several state ... Continue reading
2013 Cadillac ATS Named Motor Press Guild Vehicle Of The Year
Nov 20, 2012
Motor Press Guild (MPG), the largest automotive media association in North America, today announced the all-new 2013 Cadillac ATS as the winner of the second-ever Motor Press Guild Vehicle of the Year (VOTY) Award. MPG President Laura Burstein will present the award at Cadillac's press conference on the second day of t ... Continue reading
Don't Be a Turkey This Thanksgiving - Designate a Sober Driver!
Nov 20, 2012
CDOT partnering with MADD Colorado and CSP in Red Ribbon Campaign for Holiday DUI Crackdown DENVER, Nov. 20, 2012 With a holiday that includes not only giving thanks, but also eating, spending time with family, and shopping, it is important for motorists to remember that the annual Thanksgiving "Heat Is On" crackdown w ... Continue reading
Subaru and Subaru Owners "Share the Love" for Fifth Consecutive Year
Nov 20, 2012
Subaru of America will kick off its fifth-annual "Share the Love" event on Nov. 21. During the "Share the Love" event, Subaru will donate $250 to the owners' choice of five charities for every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased from Nov. ... Continue reading
2013 Dodge Dart Rallye Chicagoland Review By Larry Nutson
Nov 20, 2012
MORE INFO Dodge Buyers Guide (Present Model Year - 1997) Is The 2013 Dodge Dart Your Perfect New Car Match? 2013 Dodge Dart Rallye Imported from Detroit By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_1130) The Dart name has been in the Chrysler Group family for some time and has its genesis as a co ... Continue reading
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