Hertz on Demand and IBM Lead on Smart Charging Initiative for Electric Vehicles
May 14, 2012
The Hertz Corporation , has announced that Hertz On Demand, the global car sharing club, and IBM are together piloting a program in Germany to advance electric vehicle (EV) mobility and user adoption through intelligent recharging solutions. In a special agreement, Hertz On Demand in Germany will supply electric vehicl ... Continue reading
AAA and the League of American Bicyclists: Pedaling Towards a More Bicycle-Friendly America
May 14, 2012
As communities from coast to coast celebrate National Bike Month this May, a growing number of Americans are picking up their bikes for recreation, fitness and transportation. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of bicycle commuters nationwide increased 40 percent from 2000 to 2010. With more bicyclists on ... Continue reading
ZoomSafer Named Winner of 2012 MobileTrax Mobility Award
May 14, 2012
ZoomSafer announced today that is has been named a winner of the 2012 MobileTrax Mobility Awards, receiving the award for achievements in Preventing Texting While Driving," in the Mobile Services category. These are ZoomSafer's second consecutive nomination and win; the company also won the Preventing Texting While D ... Continue reading
May 14, 2012
A new survey commissioned by AT&T* as part of the "It Can Wait" campaign indicates that while 97 percent of teens know texting while driving is dangerous, 43 percent of them admit to sending a text while driving -- and 75 percent say the practice is common among their friends. The survey found that teenagers feel press ... Continue reading
Heels on Wheels: 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Review
May 13, 2012
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE GRAND VITARA VEHICLE For a company that started out as a weaving loom manufacturer back in 1909, Suzuki proves its ability to diversity with the Suzuki Grand Vitara, a light-duty compact utility vehicle with handsome SUV styling. Stron ... Continue reading
2013 Scion FR-S Review By Steve Purdy
May 13, 2012
2013 SCION FR-S More fun for the Scion crowd By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau [0535] Less than five years ago Akio Toyoda asked his people the simple question, âWhere is the passion in our lineup?â� When they found none he followed up with, âI want to build a sports car.â� ... Continue reading
VOXX International To Bring Bongiovi Digital Power Station Technology To The Car
May 13, 2012
VOXX International Corporation announced today that it has finalized its agreement with AVG (OEAM) Inc., an AVG Group company, to become the exclusive U.S. distributor of the Bongiovi Digital Power Station (DPS) technology for applications in the automotive aftermarket and the PPO Market (automotive accessorization pos ... Continue reading
Goodyear's Laura Thompson Named Outstanding Woman In Finance
May 12, 2012
Laura K. Thompson, vice president, finance for The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company's North American Tire business, has been named to Treasury & Risk magazine's 2012 list of "30 Outstanding Women in Finance." Thompson directs finance for the company's largest business unit, with annual sales of nearly $10 billion. Thomps ... Continue reading
Carroll Shelby Dead At 89 +Video
May 11, 2012
For additional photos, click here. Carroll Shelby, Automotive Legend Dies DEARBORN, Mich., May 11, 2012â Carroll Shelby was a member of the Ford family for the better part of 60 years, producing stunning performance vehicles from concepts to production models. He once said his energy and passion for performance pr ... Continue reading
The Motor City in June: It's the place to be! Register today for AUVSI's Driverless Car Summit
May 11, 2012
Driverless cars could remove 112 million drunk drivers from the road each year The average car is immobile for 96% of its lifetime In 2010, 35,000 people died in car accidents in the United States, down from 36,000 in 2009. If car deaths were put on a wall the size of the Vietnam Memorial, it would have to be rebuilt e ... Continue reading
Insurer's new website helps customers find the right RV, Manufactured Home, and Landlord Coverage
May 11, 2012
Leading Recreational Vehicle, Manufactured Home, and Non Standard Homeowners (Rental, Vacant, Vacation Rental) insurance provider International Insurance Group, Inc, has recently launched a new website that allows its customers to learn about the unique insurance risks and coverages available for these niches. Consumer ... Continue reading
Miles per Gallon (MPG) Fraud -- Why Class Action Works Better than Small Claims
May 11, 2012
When it was announced that Heather Peters won her lawsuit against Honda for alleged MPG advertising violations, it drew nationwide attention and several more small claims against the popular car company. Now we hear that Peters' small claims judgment was overturned in the Appeals process--a move that confuses consumers ... Continue reading
2013 Scion FR-S Drive and Preview by Carey Russ
May 11, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS The 2013 Scion FR-S is the best-handling, most perfectly-balanced new car I've driven in over a decade The best-handling, most perfectly-balanced new car I've driven in over a decade is a Toyota product. No, I'm not insane or on the take. The car in question is the new Scion FR-S, ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to Hold Mobility Awareness Program
May 11, 2012
Chrysler Group LLC's Automobility Program will host an employee awareness event at company headquarters the week of May 14. This event is intended to increase employees' understanding of wheelchair accessible vehicles and adaptive mobility equipment options that enable people with disabilities to live an active and mob ... Continue reading
Ford Warriors in Pink Celebrates Breast Cancer Survivors with 'Models of Courage' Campaign
May 11, 2012
Ford Warriors in Pink honors breast cancer survivors who have demonstrated strength and courage in their battle with its "Models of Courage" program -- 11 women and men to be featured as role models in 2012 campaign 2012 Ford Warriors in Pink's collection of apparel and accessories is now available at www.fordcares.com ... Continue reading
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