World's Most Advanced Tire Testing System Now Operational
Feb 12, 2013
MTS Systems Corporation , a leading global supplier of high-performance test systems and position sensors, today announced that the world's most advanced tire testing system is now fully operational at the National Tire Research Center (NTRC) in Alton, Virginia. The Flat-Trac LTRe Tire Testing System is unique in its a ... Continue reading
Surviving Auto Dealers Riding High
Feb 11, 2013
Washington DC February 11, 2013; As auto sales have come roaring back from the recession, dealers across the country are seeing profits stabilize and in some cases improve, as many continue to upgrade their buildings and customer waiting areas and amenities. The Detroit News reports that some automakers plan to add new ... Continue reading
NorthStar Automotive Batteries Outperform the Competition in 'Torture Tests'
Feb 11, 2013
NorthStar Ultra High Performance Batteries proved to be the best of the best after outperforming the competition through two brutal 'torture tests'. The 'Winch' and 'Boombox' tests were conducted by JP Magazine for their March 2013 issue, using Group 34 size batteries from all of the top manufacturers. In the 'Winch' t ... Continue reading
Feb 11, 2013
ORLANDO, Fla.--Digital Air Strike, the nationââ¬â¢s leading automotive social media, online reputation and lead-response company, yesterday announced the winners of the first Social Media and Reputation Awards at the 2013 National Automobile Dealers Association convention in Orlando, Florida. âWe are th ... Continue reading
Cars.com Positions to Take on Service and Repair with Strategic Investment in RepairPal
Feb 11, 2013
PR Newswire CHICAGO, Feb. 11, 2013 CHICAGO, Feb. 11, 2013 -- Cars.com, the leading online automotive marketplace, today announced a strategic investment in RepairPal, the leading online source for auto repair. The investment positions Cars.com to further develop the service category with solutions for consumers seeking ... Continue reading
Feb 10, 2013
PR Newswire WALTHAM, Mass., Feb. 10, 2013 WALTHAM, Mass., Feb. 10, 013 -- DealerRater car dealer review web site, today announced the results of a joint study with Polk that demonstrates the direct connection between auto dealerships' average online star ratings and new vehicle sales. Based on study findings, dealers ... Continue reading
What's Up Mac? - Diesel Cars Catch On in U.S.
Feb 10, 2013
By Mac Gordon Senior Editor At Large Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel CHICAGO-Diesel engines are a living example of the axiom, âWhen you can't succeed at first, try, try again!â The Windy City's show in huge McCormick Place kicked off to the public with more diesel-powered cars than it has ever had before in ... Continue reading
Tomac Scores Fourth Victory of the Season, This Time in San Diego
Feb 10, 2013
Having trouble viewing this email? Click hereSAN DIEGO (Feb. 9) -- GEICO Honda rider Eli Tomac claimed his fourth victory of the season Saturday at Qualcomm Stadium, beating rival Ken Roczen to the finish line to close to within 17 points in the championship standings. It was a timely result for Tomac as the 250SX West ... Continue reading
Southeast Michigan Dealership is Ford, Lincoln Internet Dealer of the Year
Feb 10, 2013
FordDirect and Ford Motor Co. (FMC) today announced that Hines Park Ford and Lincoln of Plymouth, Mich., has been chosen as both the Ford and Lincoln Internet Dealer of the Year for 2012. Given annually at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Convention and Exposition, the Ford and Lincoln Internet Dealer ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets - Automotive News February 3-9 2013 Just In Case You Were Snoozing
Feb 10, 2013
* The 105th Chicago Auto Show media-preview opened this week with the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) naming the 2013 Ford Fusion as their Family Vehicle of the Year. Also at the show the PBS program MotorWeek named the Cadillac ATS as overall Driver's Choice winner. * Introductions at Chicago included the ... Continue reading
Hyundai President & CEO John Krafcik Challenges Industry To Defy Convention During 2013 NADA Keynote
Feb 10, 2013
COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 9, 2013 COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 9, 2013 -- Addressing a packed house of U.S. automotive dealers, Hyundai President & CEO John Krafcik delivered the industry keynote address at the 2013 NADA Convention and Expo Saturday afternoon. Krafcik encouraged the industry to defy conventional wisdom and ... Continue reading
Time Dealer OF The Year - 2013 Winner Jacksonville NC Auto Dealer Michael Alford
Feb 9, 2013
Orlando, FL, February 9, 2013; Michael Alford, president of Marine Chevrolet Cadillac in Jacksonville, North Carolina, was named the 2013 TIME Dealer of the Year today. Alford received this highest honor out of a select group of dealers from across the country recognized at the 96th annual National Automobile Dealers A ... Continue reading
5 Factors That Will Keep Used Vehicle Trade-in Values High in 2013
Feb 9, 2013
Jonathan Banks, executive automotive analyst with the NADA Used Car Guide, highlighted several factors that will keep used-vehicle prices at historically high levels this year. "Car buyers will find 2013 another excellent year to trade-in their current vehicles for either new or previously owned cars or trucks," Banks ... Continue reading
Drew Linn Of Southland International Trucks Awarded ATD Dealer Of The Year
Feb 9, 2013
-- Drew Linn, president of Birmingham-based Southland International Trucks, was today named the 2013 Truck Dealer of the Year. The national award, which is co-sponsored by the American Truck Dealers (ATD) and Heavy Duty Trucking (HDT) magazine, focuses on excellence in dealership performance, as well as industry and co ... Continue reading
Manheim Consulting Releases Annual Used Car Market Report
Feb 9, 2013
Virtually all segments of the U.S. automotive industry achieved stellar results in 2012 and the prospects for a bright 2013 look equally good, despite the sluggish overall economy, concludes Manheim Chief Economist Tom Webb in Manheim's 2013 Used Car Market Report (UCMR). In addition to commentary on industry trends in ... Continue reading
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