Acura Teamed With Marvel's The Avengers as Official Sponsor of Red Carpet World Premiere
Apr 13, 2012
Thousands watched with amazement as actor Robert Downey Jr. ("Tony Stark") drove onto the red carpet in a custom Acura-created sports car at the Marvel's The Avengers Hollywood premiere on Wednesday, April 11, at the El Capitan Theater. The premiere, co-sponsored by Acura, featured militarized S.H.I.E.L.D.-Edition Acur ... Continue reading
National Safety Council Releases State of the Nation Report on Cell Phone Distracted Driving
Apr 13, 2012
The National Safety Council today released its State of the Nation 2012 report in conjunction with Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which addresses improvements made to combat cell phone use while driving. In the three years since NSC called for a nationwide ban, progress has been made in legislation and enforcement ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi's Electriphobia Institute Debuts at Green Living Show
Apr 13, 2012
Innovative Campaign Cures Electric Car Anxiety! Vowing to eradicate any lingering anxieties of electric vehicles, Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada (MMSCAN) is launching its tongue-in-cheek Electriphobia Research Institute at the 2012 Green Living Show. The fictitious "Institute" pokes fun at common misperceptions about ... Continue reading
Consumer Advisory: NHTSA Offers Tips for Safe Travel in 15-Passenger Vans
Apr 13, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC March 22, 2012;â As the spring driving season gets under way, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging colleges, church groups, and other users of 15-passenger vans to take specific steps to keep drivers and passengers safe â including buckling up every trip, every t ... Continue reading
Economy Drives New-Car Shoppers' Interest in and Sales of CPO Vehicles
Apr 12, 2012
Research conducted by AutoTrader.com and Morpace at the end of 2011 shows that 60 percent of new-car shoppers are now more likely to consider certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles due to the state of the economy. Additionally, 29 percent of new-car shoppers -- or half of those considering - are open to CPO for the first t ... Continue reading
Ford Launches Focus Electric Online with World's First Digital Road Trips for Facebook Friends
Apr 12, 2012
"Plug N Play in Electric City with the 2012 Focus Electric" game gives Facebook users first Focus Electric driving experience over next six weeks Focus Electric -- certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to offer the equivalent of 110 miles per gallon (MPGe) in the city -- is rated America's most fuel-eff ... Continue reading
Apr 12, 2012
As global energy demand continues to rise, Shell is helping to improve energy use for transportation through Smarter Mobility. Demonstrating that improved fuel efficiency is possible today, the Shell Smarter Driving program helps inform motorists on how to make the most of their fuel purchases and our natural energy re ... Continue reading
The Guys Who Brought Us The Recession Preventing Lower Gas Prices
Apr 12, 2012
NEW YORK April 12, 2012; THe NACSonline newsletter reported that a piece in Fortune earlier this week highlights the curious case for rising U.S. gas prices: While the U.S. âis enjoying an energy boom,â producing more crude oil than at least one OPEC country, the price of gas is $4 or more per gallon, even as ... Continue reading
Subaru Goes Live With New iPad Apps
Apr 12, 2012
Subaru of America, Inc. announced the release of Dynamic Brochure iPad® apps for the 2012 Subaru Impreza, Impreza WRX/STI, Outback, Legacy and Forester. Fun and interactive consumer tools, the apps showcase the confidence and capabilities of these models. The iPad apps feature new, fully photographic exterior and inte ... Continue reading
Study: Proposed Fuel Economy Rules Cut 7 Million Car Buyers Out of New-Vehicle Market
Apr 12, 2012
NADA: New-vehicle dealers support fuel economy increases if affordable for consumers. The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) released a study today indicating that higher vehicle prices resulting from proposed fuel economy rules will cut millions of potential new-car buyers out of the market in 2025. "To wo ... Continue reading
SAE International 2012 World Congress Set to Begin April 24 in Detroit
Apr 12, 2012
The SAE 2012 World Congress will offer relevant technical information and innovative content when it convenes April 24-26 at Cobo Center in Detroit. Host company for the event is Nissan; the Tier One Strategic Partner is GE. The SAE 2012 World Congress theme, "Get Connected," represents the new and diverse connections ... Continue reading
4-H Advances Environmental Science Education with $1.1 Million from Toyota
Apr 12, 2012
National 4-H Council is pleased to announce that Toyota will continue its support of 4-H's youth-focused water quality and conservation programming. This $1.1 million gift will fund the expansion of 4 H2O Community Projects and sponsor the 2012 4-H National Youth Science Day. 4-H O Community Projects is a national envi ... Continue reading
Utilities Prepare to Power Up at Electric Vehicle Symposium in Los Angeles
Apr 12, 2012
Innovative utility companies will be featured during the 26th International Electric Vehicle Symposium (EVS26) in Los Angeles at the L.A. Convention Center. Theodore F. Craver, Jr., chairman, president and CEO of Edison International, will be speaking at the opening plenary, along with other utility and infrastructure ... Continue reading
Is Your Vehicle Pet Friendly? +VIDEO
Apr 12, 2012
NEW YORK - April 12, 2012: They're warm, cuddly and put a smile on the face of their owners. As they become a bigger part of their owners' lives, pets also should be top of mind when buying a new automobile. Nearly six in 10 respondents to a 2011 AAA/Kurgo survey said they had driven with their dog in the automobile at ... Continue reading
Toyota Triple Triumph in 2012 Driver Power Satisfaction Survey
Apr 12, 2012
When it comes to lasting value for money, you can't do better than a Toyota. That's according to the views of UK motorists who rate Aygo, iQ and Prius the top performers in terms of running costs in Auto Express's 2012 Driver Power survey. ... Continue reading
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