'The Messenger' Has the Only Cure for Lottery Fever: Thousands of Free Mega Millions
Mar 30, 2012
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--Lottery fever has reached an even more frenzied pitch with news that The Messenger, featured in ads from Progressive auto insurance, is randomly giving away 1,937 Mega Millions tickets to people throughout New Orleans. The 1,937 tickets will help mark Progressive's 75th anniversary, as a nod to ... Continue reading
Hyundai Set to Break All-time Sales Record in March
Mar 29, 2012
On the strength of a rapidly recovering new vehicle industry, Hyundai is poised to shatter its all-time record for monthly sales volume led by its stable of 40-mpg highway vehicles like Accent, Veloster M/T, Elantra and hybrid Sonata. Hyundai, the most fuel-efficient automaker in America according to the EPA, expects t ... Continue reading
Innova Debuts Pro CarScan Line of Tools
Mar 29, 2012
INNOVA(r) DEBUTS PRO CARSCAN(r) LINE OF TOOLS TO HELP PROFESSIONAL AUTOMOTIVE TECHS DIAGNOSE VEHICLES QUICKER, ACCURATELY Innova Electronics Corporation today announced the debut of its new line of professional-grade automotive diagnostic tools, marketed under the Innova Pro CarScan(r) name. This series of handheld dev ... Continue reading
2012 Mazda5 Review By Thom Cannell
Mar 29, 2012
By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Authors Note: No attempt at completeness, simply comments on one weekâs driving experienceâbalanced against decades of experience and hundreds of comparisons. It has been a very good week with the Mazda5, a favorite people and cargo mover. It look ... Continue reading
Solar Gard Launches New Window Film That Delivers Vital UV Protection to Drivers Around the World
Mar 29, 2012
Solar Gard, an industry-leading manufacturer of architectural and automotive window films, today announced its launch of a clear UV-protectant window film for vehicles. Solar Gard Ultragard UV window film protects drivers and passengers from harmful sun exposure without altering driving visibility or the appearance of ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2012
When customers are highly satisfied with their vehicle's original tires, they are more likely to be loyal to the vehicle brand at the time of their next purchase, according to the 2012 J.D. Power and Associates U.S. Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study. a) In addition to increasing the likelihood of them ... Continue reading
Lexus Crafting a New Approach to Customer Relationships
Mar 29, 2012
When Lexus was established 23 years ago, it was dedicated to providing the best customer service experience in the industry. Lexus' commitment to that goal is reflected in its top position in the J.D. Power and Associates Customer Satisfaction Index for 15 years, including the past four in a row. Now, Lexus is raising ... Continue reading
Head Injuries Are Most Common Injury in Teen Crashes
Mar 29, 2012
More Than 55,000 teen drivers and teen passengers seriously injured each year According to a new teen driver safety report released today by The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and State Farm, from among more than 55,000 teen drivers and their passengers seriously injured each year in 2009 and 2010, 30 perce ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2012
Noticing the signs of a distracted teen driver and talking to teens about the consequences are first steps parents can take to help improve road safety. This April marks the third annual National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy is joining forces with advocacy groups, including Impac ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2012
Over the past two years Strategic Vision has collected political party choice on more than 38,700 (76,103 two-year total) new vehicle buyers with some fascinating discoveries. A slight majority of new vehicle buyers state they are Republican (37% vs. 31% Democrat). However, this changes when specific product segments a ... Continue reading
Helfman FIAT to Hold Grand Opening Tonight in Houston
Mar 29, 2012
Chrysler Group LLC announced today the opening of Helfman FIAT in Houston, Texas. Helfman FIAT joins 142 open FIAT studios in 39 states across the U.S. This striking new FIAT studio, located at 7720 Katy Freeway in Houston, was built from the ground up just yards away from Helfman Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram and a stone's ... Continue reading
AAA Clubs Help Older Drivers Keep Driving Safely
Mar 29, 2012
Brain fitness company Posit Science has joined with select AAA clubs and the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety to roll-out a new computer program designed to help seniors drive safely and extend their years behind the wheel, according to company officials attending the American Society on Aging Conference in Washington ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2012
The new 2013 Ford Taurus SHO will hit movie screens across the country as part of its integration into Screen Gems' highly anticipated film "Think Like a Man," based on Steve Harvey's best-selling book, which opens in theaters April 20. The new 2013 Taurus, arriving in dealers now, will be part of a scene that features ... Continue reading
New Mercedes-Benz Plant in Hungary Produces Compact Cars
Mar 29, 2012
Daimler started production at its new passenger car plant in Kecskemet today. Passenger cars are now rolling off the assembly line in Hungary less than four years after the location decision was made in summer 2008. Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, Pl ... Continue reading
Re-Styled 2013 Subaru Outback to Debut at 2012 New York International Auto Show
Mar 29, 2012
New BOXER engine with higher power and better efficiency Up to 30 mpg highway with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive New second-generation Lineartronic CVT Redesigned front styling Smoother, quieter ride New convenience and audio features Available EyeSight driver-assist system with: Pre-Collision Braking System C ... Continue reading
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