2012 Scion iQ Ride and Review By Larry Nutson
Sep 12, 2012
2012 Scion iQ - Spacious for two and then some By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_4127) As I write this review the August 2012 auto sales reports show a surge as drivers react to high gas prices and seem to be buying fuel-efficient cars as quickly as possible. Gas prices neared or excee ... Continue reading
Electric Vehicle (EV) Week to Open in San Francisco
Sep 12, 2012
San Francisco's first ever EV Week will open at Justin Herman Plaza, September 17-18, and will feature all electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from major car manufacturers and car sharing companies, EV charging solutions, including clean energy EV charging, and the opportunity to ride and drive select electric vehicle ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil Expands Partnership with Porsche
Sep 12, 2012
ExxonMobil announced a multi-year expansion of their partnership with Porsche AG that includes technical support of Porsche's return to LMP1 endurance racing in the World Endurance Championship racing series in 2014. 'Teaming with the Mobil 1 technology experts has helped Porsche to achieve its outstanding racing perfo ... Continue reading
Demand for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Fuels LilyPad EV's Growth
Sep 12, 2012
LilyPad EV, a provider of electric vehicle charging station products and services, has recently increased its geographic reach to serve customers across the U.S. LilyPad EV's recent growth stems from a robust electric vehicle market and the need for reliable and convenient charging options. ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor and VMI Agree to Offer Wheelchair Accessible Sienna Minivans to Physically Challenged
Sep 12, 2012
Executives with Toyota Motor Sales, USA and Vantage Mobility International (VMI), a leader in the manufacture and distribution of wheelchair accessible vehicles, have signed an agreement authorizing VMI to convert the top-selling Toyota Sienna into a wheelchair accessible minivan using the patented Northstar in-floor r ... Continue reading
TideSmart Global Installs One of Maine's First Electric Car Charging Stations
Sep 12, 2012
TideSmart Global, a collective of creative businesses focused primarily on experiential marketing announced today the completion of a first-of-its-kind solar-powered public electric vehicle charging station located on its Falmouth corporate campus. Starting Monday, September 17, TideSmart will open the charging station ... Continue reading
Honda CR-V Most Preferred Automobile in September 2012
Sep 12, 2012
According to Market Insight Corporation, the Honda CR-V is the most preferred automobile model for US auto shoppers heading into September, based on insights gained from over 31,000 consumers visiting MyProductAdvisor.com. The CR-V just edged the Chevy Cruze for the top spot. 'Our model gathers the sentiment of shopper ... Continue reading
Ford's Electrification Man Sets out EV and Hybrid Strategy
Sep 12, 2012
"I've never got love emails and notes like I get for this BEV - it brings many absolute joy," says Kevin Layden, Ford's director, Electrification Programmes and Engineering, on the customer response received from the Focus Electric. As Ford are set to bring out five new electrified vehicles to market in 2012, just-auto ... Continue reading
Safe Driving 'Prescription' for Senior Drivers
Sep 12, 2012
More than 80 percent of drivers age 65 and older regularly take medications, yet only half have talked to a medical professional about possible safety issues related to driving. With 10,000 Americans turning 65 every day, AAA today promotes Roadwise Rx, a first-of-its-kind tool to help seniors understand how medication ... Continue reading
Fireball Tim Dissects the Audi R8 +VIDEO
Sep 12, 2012
Welcome to Fireball Tim's Auto Dissection, the show that gets down to the guts of car design. This episode: The Audi R8, the first rear engine Audi that isn't a race car. Our host Fireball Tim takes a look at the Audi R8 to dissect the design. ... Continue reading
Sep 11, 2012
Atlantic Toyota, one of the more exceptional Long Island Toyota dealers, has made a move that few dealers would consider making for their customers: dropping prices lower than the national average on lease pricing. With $40 taken off of the national starting lease prices for many popular Toyota models, customers may be ... Continue reading
Toyota Reveals New Tagline "Let's Go Places"
Sep 11, 2012
Toyota announced an engaging new tagline today, "Let's Go Places," reflecting the company's commitment to more exciting products and the promise that customers are invited to take part in shaping Toyota's future. The new theme, which represents the vision of Toyota Motor Corporation President, Akio Toyoda, was revealed ... Continue reading
Audatex to Debut AudaNet Platform in North America at NACE Event
Sep 11, 2012
Audatex North America, Inc ., a leading provider of software and services to the U.S. automobile insurance claims processing and collision repair industries, today announced it will mark the North American debut of AudaNet, its intelligent, next-generation claims and collision repair platform, at NACE 2012, the Interna ... Continue reading
Hertz Brings Car Sharing To San Diego Navy Bases
Sep 11, 2012
The Hertz Corporation has partnered with the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) to bring Hertz On Demand car sharing to 14 locations on three military bases in the San Diego area: Naval Air Station North Island, Naval Amphibious Base Coronado and Naval Base San Diego. To celebrate the launch, Hertz on Demand is off ... Continue reading
Toyota Trucks to Host No Entry Fee Bonus Bucks Team Fishing Tournament
Sep 11, 2012
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. today announced that it will host a no entry fee team event Sunday, October 14, 2012 on Lake Norman near Charlotte, N.C. The one-day tournament was created in an effort to show appreciation for the hundreds of bass anglers that have purchased a Toyota truck and registered for the Toyota ... Continue reading
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