Mar 21, 2012
The Scandinavian luxury car manufacturer, Volvo Car Corporation, announced today that it has signed Chinese-American NBA (National Basketball Association) star, Jeremy Shu-How Lin, to a global brand endorsement contract, with focus on China, the United States, and Chinese-language markets in Asia. NEW YORK - March 21, ... Continue reading
Strategy Analytics: Harman Dominates In-vehicle Branded Audio, but Consumers are Unimpressed
Mar 20, 2012
According to the Strategy Analytics Automotive Practice report, Premium Audio: Market Share and Market Perception," automotive OEMs could likely achieve higher margins by seeking out the audio brands that most highly resonate with consumers. 'Premium Audio: Market Share and Market Perception Strategy Analytics survey ... Continue reading
car2go Poised For Growth in Vancouver This Spring
Mar 20, 2012
car2go Canada Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler North America Corporation, announced today it will expand its Vancouver, B.C. operations to meet the growing needs of its more than 10,000 members. Beginning in mid-April, 100 car2go edition smart fortwo cars will be added to the car2go carsharing network, the ca ... Continue reading
10th Annual Cleantech Forum Convenes Global Leaders, Investors, & Innovators in San Francisco
Mar 20, 2012
The 10th annual Cleantech Forum, the cleantech sector's longest-running and largest annual assembly of global leaders, kicks off next week at the Hyatt Regency. Running from March 26th-28th, the Cleantech Forum San Francisco will once again convene the world's most innovative technology companies, top venture capitalis ... Continue reading
Mar 20, 2012
Authenticom, a leading single-platform provider of automotive data solutions including dealer management system integration and data enhancement services, has signed an agreement to be a licensed provider of Kelley Blue Book vehicle pricing data. The Kelley Blue Book database of values for both new and used vehicles is ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Teams Up With Stupid Cancer for "Get Busy Living" Road Trip
Mar 20, 2012
As part of a new partnership, Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Stupid Cancer (aka the I'm Too Young For This! Cancer Foundation) have embarked on a cross-country road trip to raise awareness in support of young adults affected by cancer, and to empower the young adult cancer community to "get busy living." Volkswagen ha ... Continue reading
Women's Automotive Association International Hosts the Power of Social Media
Mar 20, 2012
The Women's Automotive Association International (WAAI)will host the Power of Social Media , Thursday, April 5, during the New York International Auto Show preview at the Jacobs Javits Center, New York, NY. Social Media is the fastest growing marketing phenomena and is no longer considered a passing fad. Consumers are ... Continue reading
Mar 20, 2012
NHTSA Guidelines to Reduce Driver Distraction will Help to Set Standard for Design of Safe and Simple HMI Solutions, Says Frost & Sullivan 3-phase voluntary guidelines will be test period for smartphone interfacing solutions LONDON 20 March, 2012 The growth in information and communication technologies (ICT) has ... Continue reading
2013 Mazda CX-5 Named "Top Safety Pick" by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety +VIDEO
Mar 20, 2012
IRVINE, Calif., March 20, 2012 -- The all-new 2013 Mazda CX-5 compact crossover SUV was today recognized as a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The CX-5 received the organization's highest possible crash safety rating of "Good" in all four tests conducted. "The 2013 CX-5 is Mazda's ... Continue reading
Autonet Mobile to Deliver New WiFi Entertainment System in Mercedes-Benz Vehicles
Mar 20, 2012
Mercedes-Benz owners can now equip their vehicles with Autonet Mobile's Wi-Fi entertainment system, allowing passengers to bring their iPads, laptops and other Wi-Fi-enabled devices into the vehicle for safe online access while on the road. The new Mercedes-Benz In-Vehicle Hot Spot, powered by Autonet Mobile, is an acc ... Continue reading
Audi Brings Back #WantAnR8 Campaign With New TV Spot and Twitter Contest Launching Today
Mar 20, 2012
After record consumer response in 2011, Audi is bringing back its famed #WantAnR8 Twitter campaign where fans can tweet for the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a 2012 Audi R8 for a day. The #WantAnR8 hashtag will appear during a new 30-second spot called "Once Upon a Time," featuring the R8 supercar. The spot de ... Continue reading
40 Year Old Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 on Display at Techno Classica 2012
Mar 20, 2012
40 years of the 911 Carrera RS 2.7 STUTTGART - March 20, 2012: Porsche Classic will be exhibiting from 21- 25 March 2012 at the biggest Classic trade fair in the world in Essen, this time showcasing its comprehensive service offering on a stand with more than twice the area compared with last year. A particular highlig ... Continue reading
Kubota Introduces New RTV400Ci Fuel-Injected Utility Vehicle
Mar 20, 2012
Kubota introduces the new gas-powered RTV400Ci utility vehicle that features the agility and reliability of a mid-sized utility vehicle, but is compact enough to fit in the bed of a full-size, long-bed pickup truck. At 54.7 inches wide and 72 inches tall, the new four-wheel drive RTV400Ci gets the job done with its fue ... Continue reading
Land Rover Celebrates 25 Years in the United States at the 2012 New York Auto Show
Mar 20, 2012
The iconic Land Rover Range Rover was officially introduced to the United States 25 years ago this year in 1987. To celebrate this milestone, Land Rover will host a special celebration in conjunction with the New York Auto Show and will invite consumers to an urban off-road adventure where they will drive 2012 model ye ... Continue reading
Honda and Sprinkles Bake Up Sweet CR-V Marketing Program
Mar 19, 2012
American Honda has teamed up with Sprinkles Cupcakes on a delectable mall-based marketing program to promote interest in the segment-leading 2012 Honda CR-V. The Honda CR-V Mall Tour will provide free Sprinkles cupcakes to those who check out the all-new 2012 CR-V. Kicking off this Thursday, March 22 at the Westfield M ... Continue reading
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