Quantum Signs Supply Agreement for Plug-In Hybrid Electric Traction Motors
May 18, 2012
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a global leader in natural gas, hydrogen and hybrid electric vehicle technologies, today announced that it has signed a supply agreement with Remy International Inc. for its high performance electric traction motors for the Quantum's Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) F-1 ... Continue reading
GM Donates Chevrolet Volt to Colorado Conservation Trust
May 17, 2012
General Motors will donate a Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle with extended range to the nonprofit Colorado Conservation Trust. The vehicle will be presented June 21 to the winner of a silent auction at the annual "Q for Conservation" event that generates revenue for conservation projects throughout the state. "It's a p ... Continue reading
MPG's Completely Green Fleet Alleviates Gasoline Price Worries
May 17, 2012
California gas prices have been hovering at over $4 per gallon for months. To make matters worse, the West Coast was hit with an economic inconvenience last week when 4 California refineries were temporarily closed for maintenance. Because the state requires a special blend of pollution-fighting gasoline that these ref ... Continue reading
CarMD Moves its Headquarters to Irvine, Calif.
May 17, 2012
CarMD.com Corporation, a leading provider of high tech consumer automotive information and products, today announced the completion of its new corporate headquarters located at 17352 Von Karman Avenue, in Irvine, Calif. CarMD worked with architectural firm DeRevere and Associates, and Caliber Construction, Inc., to con ... Continue reading
May 17, 2012
Hyundai Motor America presented a $25,000 check to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) on Saturday, May 12, 2012 during the opening ceremony of its annual "Walk Like MADD" 5K walk in Huntington Beach, Calif. The walk raised awareness for MADD's mission to stop drinking and driving, support victims and prevent underage ... Continue reading
May 17, 2012
Golden State Collision Centers, Inc. will present two rehabilitated vehicles in Yuba City, CA to families in need. The vehicles will be presented during their Celebrate Americana Benevolence Event at 5:30 p.m., May 17, 2012, at the Golden State Collision Center, 996 Klamath Lane, Yuba City, CA. ... Continue reading
Auto Accessories Online Retailer mAuto Store Announces Spike In Sales After First Product Launch
May 17, 2012
Exciting online startup mAuto Store has a lot to shout about as the company announces record sales in less than a month since its first video launch. Today mAuto Store confirmed it has sold thousands of car sun shades since the product launch for its exclusive Eyes Car Shades was released April 17, 2012. The long-await ... Continue reading
U.S. Consumers Are Interested in Start-Stop Vehicles
May 17, 2012
New consumer research conducted by Johnson Controls, the world's leading supplier of automotive batteries, finds that 97 percent of Americans are ready for new Start-Stop technology that improves the fuel economy of their vehicle. The research was conducted to gain understanding of how consumers view fuel-saving power ... Continue reading
Hertz Partners With Chrysler To Bring The FIAT 500 Sport To Car Sharing Fleet
May 17, 2012
The Hertz Corporation announced today the addition of the new 2012 FIAT 500 Sport cars to its fleet of Hertz On Demand vehicles. The sleek Italian compact will roll out to Washington DC, San Antonio, San Francisco, New York and Miami Beach as well as onto 50 college campuses as part of the global car sharing club's uni ... Continue reading
The Seasons Have Changed But Many Canadians Have Not, Reveals a New Goodyear Survey
May 17, 2012
While most Canadian drivers (82 per cent) understand that their tires have the greatest impact on the overall traction and handling of their cars this Spring, a new poll by Goodyear Canada reveals that two in five (40 per cent) have not yet completed their tire changeover for summer.Ã With two in four (44 per cent) ... Continue reading
IAC Group Showcases Commitment To Next Generation Of Vehicle Interiors At WardsAuto Interiors Show
May 17, 2012
International Automotive Components (IAC) Group interior systems are featured extensively on three of the 10 Best Interiors honored today at the WardsAuto Interiors Conference held at The Henry in Dearborn, Mich. IAC also presented a design student from the College for Creative Studies with the third annual Ecoblend En ... Continue reading
Evolution of Interior Vehicle Control Systems Embodied by TRW Integrated Electronic Control Panel
May 17, 2012
Since unveiling its Integrated Electronic Control Panel (IECP) in 2007, the TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. Body Control Systems business has continually evolved the technology that combines major interior controls, advanced vehicle network architectures and telematics into a single, convenient panel in the vehicle's cen ... Continue reading
Teen Driver Safety: Top Five Things to Remember if Your Vehicle Breaks Down
May 17, 2012
May is National Youth Traffic Safety Month, and with an average of 45 youths lost every summer weekend in motor vehicle crashes(1) AutoMD.com is providing teen drivers with important tips to stay safe both on and off the road if they encounter a breakdown. "According to parents, a majority of teen drivers(2) are relati ... Continue reading
May 17, 2012
Fashion Destination Group (FDG) and Working Wardrobes would like to welcome Mercedes Benz of Laguna Niguel as one of the top sponsors for their June 9th Fashion Extravaganza. Mercedes will showcase luxury cars as part of the event. Luxury cars for a luxurious event! Celebrity makeup artist Lynn Simpson will be joining ... Continue reading
Zipcar Expands "Zipvan" Cargo Van Service to Chicago
May 17, 2012
Zipcar, Inc. , the world's leading car sharing network, today announced the expansion of its "Zipvan" pilot cargo van service to Chicago. With this expansion, the Ford E-150 full size cargo vans currently available through the service in San Francisco, Boston and Washington, D.C., are now available for use by Zipcar me ... Continue reading
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