2013 Lexus LX570 Review By John Heilig
Jun 29, 2012
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS : 2013 Lexus LX570 Model: 2013 Lexus LX570 Engine: 5.7-liter V8 Horsepower/Torque: 283 hp @ 5,600 rpm/403 lb.-ft. @ 3,600 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 112.2 in. Length/Width/Height: 197.0 x 77.6 x 73.4 in. Tires: P285/50R20 Cargo volume: 15.5/41.0/83.1 cu. f ... Continue reading
New 2012 Jeep Wrangler Freedom Edition Debuts as Tribute to U.S. Military Members
Jun 29, 2012
New Wrangler Freedom edition harkens back to Jeep brand's military roots Red, White and Blue Wrangler Freedom edition now available in Jeep showrooms All 2012 Jeep Wrangler models powered by 3.6-liter V-6 engine producing 285 horsepower, with fuel economy up to 21 mpg $250 from each Wrangler Freedom edition sold to be ... Continue reading
Ford Set to Announce Winner of All-New Escape During the BET Awards 12 Airing This Sunday, July 1
Jun 29, 2012
Ford will announce the winner of an all-new Ford Escape during the PRE-SHOW broadcast of the BET Awards 12, which airs at 6 p.m. EDT this Sunday, July 1 Consumers still have time to register to enter the "Brand New Escape Sweepstakes" by visiting www.bet.com/BrandNewEscape now through Saturday, June 30 The Escape will ... Continue reading
Breathalysers - Now Essential for Driving in France
Jun 29, 2012
New French regulations require drivers to include two breathalysers in vehicles when driving in the country Motorists planning to drive in France must carry two breathalysers in their vehicles from 1st July 2012, in order to conform to the latest safety regulations in French law, warns Comparecarhire.co.uk. This new re ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Named Among "The Best Companies For Diversity" For 2012
Jun 28, 2012
Company selected by readers of Diversity/Careers in Engineering & Information Technology magazine Readers' choice survey identifies employers of technical professionals "doing the best work promoting diversity, and supporting minorities and women, work/life balance and supplier diversity" Selected companies to be featu ... Continue reading
GEICO encourages drivers to stay safe during the Fourth of July holiday
Jun 28, 2012
The Fourth of July is fast approaching and Americans are making plans to celebrate the country's independence with family and friends. While traveling to firework shows, family gatherings and vacations, GEICO encourages drivers to be extra cautious on the roads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administ ... Continue reading
VitaeMobility, ABB to Deploy a Network of 50 DC Fast Chargers Throughout Belgium
Jun 28, 2012
VitaeMobility, specialists in e-mobility for business and government fleets and consumers, and ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, today announced a partnership to install and manage 50 Terra Smart Connect (SC) fast chargers at multiple locations throughout Belgium. The company specifically chose AB ... Continue reading
Auto Loan Volume increases 25-49% From Recession Lows
Jun 28, 2012
New auto finance company loans originated between January-March 2012 totaled $52.5 billion, which is 49% higher than the recession low in March 2009 ($26.9 billion) according to Equifax's May National Consumer Credit Trends Report. The most current data also shows that new auto bank loans amounts originated between Jan ... Continue reading
2012 Kia Sorento EX AWD Ride and Review By Dan Poler
Jun 28, 2012
2012 Kia Sorento EX AWD Introduction / History In recent years, Kia has done a great job in finding a way to include high-end features in a reasonably priced package. The 2012 Sorento EX AWD is no exception. With a facelift back in 2011, the 2012 model sees only minor upgrades and enhancements to the midsize crossover, ... Continue reading
All-New 2013 Nissan Sentra To Be Produced In Canton, Miss.; 1,000 New Jobs To Be Created
Jun 28, 2012
Nissan Americas today announced it will add production of the all-new 2013 Nissan Sentra compact car to its Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant beginning in the fourth quarter of 2012. The addition of Sentra production, along with the planned November shift of the Frontier pickup truck and Xterra SUV to Canton from Nissan's ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Credit Application Network Now Exceeds 1,200 Active U.S. Lenders
Jun 28, 2012
Reaching a new milestone in its history, DealerTrack today announced the number of active lenders connected to the DealerTrack credit application network has exceeded 1,200 U.S. lenders. The DealerTrack credit application network allows dealers to electronically submit credit applications to their connected network of ... Continue reading
Toyota And Audubon Ask Drivers To Exit The Highway This Summer
Jun 28, 2012
New initiative encourages Americans to pledge to spend more time in nature and to visit scenic locations for chance to win a new Toyota Prius v Have you taken an animal safari in Texas? Checked out the "Love Motel for Insects" in New York? Toyota and the National Audubon Society are teaming up this summer to ask Americ ... Continue reading
Jun 27, 2012
Ford delivers fresh products, record number of 40-MPG+ vehicles Ford is delivering more fuel-efficient vehicles in 2012 than ever before, and a fresher lineup than any full-line automaker in the U.S. Ford is offering eight vehicles that deliver 40 mpg or better by year-end, and tripling its electrified vehicle producti ... Continue reading
2013 Mazda CX-5 Review by Steve Purdy +VIDEO
Jun 27, 2012
By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Our test car this week - the Mazda CX-5 - is one of the hot new contenders in the popular compact CUV market, one of the fastest growing segments in the U.S. We wrote about it at launch a few months ago, but now we have the chance to live with it for a week. Mazda offic ... Continue reading
Jun 27, 2012
ClearMechanic, provider of technology to improve the auto repair experience, today released the second in a variety of spoof infomercials, titled, “Dampered Camping Trip" to promote their new service, an online scheduling solution that works like an “OpenTable" for car repairs. ... Continue reading
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