Global Hybrid Car Market Expected to Grow at a Rate of 18.92 Percent in the Next 3 Years
Jul 24, 2012
The Global Hybrid Car market to grow at a CAGR of 18.92 percent in terms of units sold over the period 2011-2015. One of the key factors for this growth is the increasing global oil consumption. The Global Hybrid Car market has also been witnessing an increase in initiatives by governments to create awareness and accep ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports: New Fuel Efficient Engines Shake Up Sporty Compact SUV Ratings
Jul 24, 2012
BMW X3 and Redesigned Acura RDX Move To Top of Ratings YONKERS, NYâ While the BMW X3 and redesigned Acura RDX have move up in Consumer Reports Ratings of upscale compact sporty SUVs, both vehicles earned a top spot by changing their powertrains in different directions. The X3 has been powered by a six-cylinder bas ... Continue reading
Hertz Expands Throughout The U.S.
Jul 23, 2012
The Hertz Corporation continues the expansion into the neighborhood market with the opening of 150 Hertz Local Edition locations in 33 states (listed below), the greatest number of openings in a single quarter since Hertz began expanding into the local, neighborhood marketplace. The openings are part of a Company-wide ... Continue reading
Van Rental Makes Squeezing in One Last Summer Road Trip Effortless
Jul 23, 2012
Children often bemoan the end of summer, saying that it comes too soon and they're not quite ready to go back to school. Little do they know that adults feel the same - soon, the seasonal feel of relaxation will slowly disappear as autumn's routine descends. Don't fret, however, if you're dreading fall's approach; you ... Continue reading
The Greenlining Institute Endorses Proposition 33, The 2012 Automobile Insurance Discount Act
Jul 23, 2012
The Greenlining Institute, working for two decades for racial and economic justice, today announced their endorsement of Proposition 33, the 2012 Automobile Insurance Discount Act. The Greenlining Institute was founded to combat redlining, the illegal practice of denying services to communities of color. Greenlining is ... Continue reading
TomTom Continues Expansive Coverage to More Than 200 Countries
Jul 23, 2012
TomTom today announces map enhancements around the globe, delivering new coverage and features for automotive, government, enterprise and consumer customers. TomTom maps cover more than 200 countries and territories globally, now with navigable coverage for 112 countries across 36.5 million kilometres of roads. 'TomTom ... Continue reading
Jul 23, 2012
In times of economic uncertainty more and more people are looking to alternative modes of travel that will save them money, with many considering driving as the cheaper way to travel, especially if travelling as a group. As people use their cars more as part of their holidays, it is vital that they are protected by the ... Continue reading
Jul 23, 2012
Hyundai Hope On Wheels® today announced a 2012 5K Run/Walk Series that will travel to three U.S. cities, in a continued effort to raise awareness and research funds for pediatric cancer. After a successful inaugural 5K event in Orange County last year, Hope On Wheels will return to Southern California to launch its 5K ... Continue reading
Jul 23, 2012
Coulomb Technologies today announced the release of their ChargePoint 4.0 platform for electric vehicle drivers and charging station owners. With a new streamlined and updated look, ChargePoint 4.0 provides sophisticated features including: patent-pending ChargePoint Connections, intuitive dashboards, support for multi ... Continue reading
Jul 23, 2012
Trillium CNG, a business unit of Integrys Energy Group , and AMP Americas announced today a joint venture, AMP Trillium, focused on building a network of CNG stations across the US. Initially, AMP Trillium will construct stations along the I-65 and I-75 trucking corridors and major routes in Texas, with the first stati ... Continue reading
Hertz Makes a Splash with Rent a Boat
Jul 23, 2012
Hertz takes to the water with a fleet on Amsterdam's canals The Hertz Corporation , the world's largest general use car rental brand, has launched Hertz Rent a Boat in the Netherlands, allowing customers to explore Amsterdam by water on a variety of fun vessels. Brought to customers through a partnership with local com ... Continue reading
Jul 22, 2012
BMW Flagship sets new standards for performance, luxury, efficiency and safety Woodcliff Lake, NJ â July 21, 2012 6:00pm EDT/3:00pm PDT ⦠The newly updated 2013 BMW 7 Series will again set new benchmarks in its class for performance, luxury, efficiency and safety. The updates include significant powertrain up ... Continue reading
First Drive 2013 BMW X1 xDrive25d By Henny Hemmes
Jul 22, 2012
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel GARCHING, Germany, June 27, 2012. It has lasted a while before BMW made the definite announcement of the date of the US market introduction of the X1. Originally the X1 was planned for arrival early 2012, but the BMW plant in Leipzig, Germany, could barely made en ... Continue reading
First Drive: 2013 BMW 7 Series 750i and ActiveHybrid7 by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO
Jul 22, 2012
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel St. Petersburg, Russia, July 21, 2012. Hearing the word face lift, many people would expect a worked over, fresh face, even if itâs about cars. No such thing for the BMW 7 Series, that now is four years under way and gets a mid-life facelift with minimal cosm ... Continue reading
ACE Recreational Marine Insurance Announces Top Ten Recreational Boating Tips
Jul 22, 2012
Recreational boating activity soars during warm weather months, and so do boating accidents and injuries. According to the U.S. Coast Guard's Boating Statistics 2011,"1 the most recent year available, there are more than 12 million registered recreational boats in the United States. With so many boaters enjoying the ... Continue reading
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