Goodyear Names Winner of 29th Highway Hero Award
Mar 23, 2012
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has named its 29th North America Highway Hero: a Tennessee-based truck driver who rescued a woman from a gun-wielding attacker. Chosen from among four finalists, Mike Schiotis of Spring Hill, Tenn., today accepted the 2011 Goodyear North America Highway Hero Award during the Mid-Ameri ... Continue reading
Dat Son of a Gun - Nissan Announces the Return of the Datsun Name +VIDEO
Mar 22, 2012
EDITOR'S NOTE: It will be interesting to see if auto dealers go back to using the "Dat Son of a Gun" promo slogan that was frequently heard in the 1960's and early 70's. YOKOHAMA - March 22, 2012: In a presentation made in Japan yesterday, Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan-Renault, talked about Nissan's decision to bring bac ... Continue reading
Ford Mustang LED Daytime Running Lights
Mar 22, 2012
Ford Mustang LED Daytime Running Lights Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - EchoMaster LLC announced that it has expanded its line-up of safety and convenience products to include a Daytime Running Light Kit (DRL) for the 2010-2012 Ford Mustang GT. The DRL kit includes custom bezels with integrated LED's to fit into the left ... Continue reading
Mar 22, 2012
See the JX Challenge Gravity! Exemplifying a unique partnership, Cirque du Soleil and luxury auto maker Infiniti are pleased to present the first-ever, live streaming event featuring the all-new Infiniti JX in a Cirque du Soleil performance. Viewable exclusively online at 12pm EST, Thursday, March 29 on Facebook.com/In ... Continue reading
Continental Now Supplying Head-Up Displays to Two Premium Automotive Manufacturers
Mar 22, 2012
Continental, the international automotive supplier, is providing the second generation head-up display for the new BMW 3 Series. The head-up display shows relevant information such as speed, navigation and infotainment data, as well as warnings in the driver's direct field of vision. The head-up display's virtual scree ... Continue reading
Integrated Systems and Telematics-Based Safety Applications Offer Lucrative Revenue Growth
Mar 22, 2012
WHEN: Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. EDT LOCATION: Online, with free registration SPEAKERS: Senior Analyst Ananth Srinivasan for Frost & Sullivan's Automotive & Transportation practice The safety systems market has been in flux for the past two to three years, caused by compliance of the Environmental Protectio ... Continue reading
Car Care Events Reveal Increased Need for Maintenance
Mar 22, 2012
Results of vehicle inspections held at community car care events across the country during Car Care Months in April and October 2011 reveal that 84 percent of vehicles need service or parts, the highest percentage in five years, according to the Car Care Council. The unsatisfactory condition of vehicles reflects the cu ... Continue reading
Central Parking Provides Six Months of Free Parking to Scion iQ Drivers
Mar 22, 2012
Central Parking's New York Region has recently partnered with Scion dealers across the NY metro area to promote the launch of the 2012 Scion iQ. Under the Park Freely campaign, new iQ customers receive six free months of monthly parking at over 50 Central Parking locations across NYC, Jersey City, Newark, and Hoboken. ... Continue reading
Smith System Introduces Distracted Driving E-Learning Course
Mar 22, 2012
Smith System, the global leader in professional driver training for 60 years, has introduced a comprehensive training course dedicated solely to the dangers of distracted driving. The course, entitled Distracted Driving, is available now. The Distracted Driving E-Learning course introduces a new web-based format that w ... Continue reading
Student Designers See Big Things for Tomorrow's Small Cars
Mar 22, 2012
Small is in, according to global automotive design trends. However, Americans continue to love their trucks, SUVs, minivans and other larger vehicles that promise flexibility that many small modern vehicles can't yet deliver. This was the challenge posted to a group of seniors at the College for Creative Studies in Det ... Continue reading
Jeep Grand Cherokee Named 2012 Rocky Mountain Automotive Press Association (RMAP) SUV of the Year
Mar 22, 2012
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee receives SUV of the Year award from journalist organization at Denver International Auto Show Grand Cherokee wins prestigious award for second consecutive year Rocky Mountain Automotive Press cite unstoppable off-road ability and impressive on-road performance Jeep Grand Cherokee the most award ... Continue reading
Mar 22, 2012
YONKERS, N.Y., March 22, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Toyota Yaris continues to underwhelm in hatchback category With its nimble handling and well-equipped cabin, the Kia Rio EX outpointed the Hyundai Accent and Chevrolet Sonic as the top rated subcompact sedan in Consumer Reports' latest tests. The Rio's hatchback ... Continue reading
Le Voyage Inspire by Infiniti JX
Mar 22, 2012
Exemplifying a unique partnership, Cirque du Soleil and luxury auto maker Infiniti are pleased to present the first-ever, live streaming event featuring the all-new Infiniti JX in a Cirque du Soleil performance. Viewable exclusively online at 12pm EST, Thursday, March 29 on Facebook.com/Infiniti and Facebook.com/Cirque ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Supplies First Two-Speed Active All-Wheel Drive Transfer Case for the Ford F-150
Mar 22, 2012
BorgWarner will supply Torque-On-Demand® (TOD®) two-speed transfer cases for the 2012 Ford F-150 Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum models. The first two-speed active all-wheel drive system for F-150 trucks will feature 4-high, 4-low, full-time and automatic all-wheel drive modes. Built with the same high reliability as ... Continue reading
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek to Debut at New York International Auto Show
Mar 22, 2012
Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that it is expanding its line of award-winning crossover-type vehicles with the all-new 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. The versatile, fun-to-drive Subaru XV Crosstrek, which arrives this fall, combines bold five-door design with an expanded-capability chassis, high fuel economy and ev ... Continue reading
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