New York International Automobile Show Fact Sheet
Apr 2, 2012
Public Information/Events Public Sneak Preview: Friday, April 6 à à Auto Show Dates:à Friday, April 6 - Sunday, April 15 à à Charity Preview Gala:à Thursday, April 5 à www.eastsidehouse.org(tickets required) à à Public Show Hours: Monday ââ¬â Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. à Sunda ... Continue reading
Apr 2, 2012
New Ford Fusion is the first non-hybrid midsize sedan available with Auto Start-Stop; this fuel-saving technology offered in the U.S. for only $295 With Fusion's 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine, Ford Auto Start-Stop will help drivers save as much as $1,100 over five years at today's fuel prices versus midsize competitors Aut ... Continue reading
Apr 2, 2012
As energy demand continues to increase along with gasoline prices, students from Mater Dei High School in Evansville, Ind., demonstrated just how fuel-efficient vehicles can become with the help of innovative design and a lot of hard work. Their entry in the sixth annual Shell Eco-marathon Americas achieved an impressi ... Continue reading
Concept Cars at the New York Auto Show
Apr 2, 2012
New York City is no stranger to starting trends and shaping opinions, so it is no surprise that the world's automakers have pulled out all the stops to show off some of the most amazing concept cars ever seen at the 2012 New York International Automobile Show. The Show opens to the public on Friday, April 6th through A ... Continue reading
Ken Purdy Award Presentation April 4 During Mazda Presser at NY Auto Show
Apr 2, 2012
2011 AND 2012 WINNERS OF AUTO-JOURNALISM HONOR TO BE NAMED BY INTERNATIONAL MOTOR PRESS ASSOCIATION NEW YORK -- The International Motor Press Association will announce and present its prestigious Ken Purdy Award for excellence in automotive journalism to the 2011 and 2012 winners Wednesday, April 4, during the Mazda pr ... Continue reading
2013 SRT Viper is Ready to Shed its Skin
Apr 2, 2012
April 2, 2012 -- Get ready -- the wait is almost over for America's iconic predator. The all-new 2013 SRT Viper is ready to shed its skin and sink its fangs into the supercar world! Check out www.driveSRT.com at 11:55 a.m. EDT on April 4, 2012 for the official unveiling live from the New York International Auto Show. ... Continue reading
Media Advisory: Chevy Goes to the Dogs on National Pet Day
Apr 2, 2012
Pooches invited to New York Auto Show to sniff out the perfect ride and learn about safety WHAT: To observe National Pet Day on April 11, Chevrolet will host a breakfast for pets and pet-parents at the New York Auto Show. Attendees will get paws-on experience with the brand's pet-friendly vehicles and receive tips on t ... Continue reading
Mazda TAKERI Concept Makes North American Debut in New York
Apr 2, 2012
Mazda's TAKERI Concept will make its North American debut at this week's 2012 New York International Auto Show, and is the brand's first concept vehicle to feature the SKYACTIV-D clean diesel engine as well as other revolutionary Mazda-developed, fuel-saving technologies such as i-stop, a stop-start system, and i-ELOOP ... Continue reading
Suzuki Swift Gets Positive Attitude
Apr 2, 2012
Following strong success with the previous model Swift, the special version Swift Attitude model is back on sale in the UK; limited to only 500 units, and available as a five door as well as three door for the first time. Aimed at younger buyers, Swift Attitude is based on the 1.2-litre SZ3 model but with more sporty a ... Continue reading
Heels On Wheels: 2012 Scion tC Review
Apr 1, 2012
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE tC VEHICLE The Scion tC â standing for touring coupe â is a compact three-door liftback with a sporty and fresh appearance, plus a racy cabin design that includes bolstered seats and a flat-bottomed steering wheel. Geared for ... Continue reading
Heels On Wheels : 2012 Kia Soul Review
Apr 1, 2012
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE SOUL VEHICLE The Kia Soul is proof fun things do come in small â and square â packages. This five-passenger mobile device offers unique urban styling and peppy performance at incredible prices. Numerous improvements have shar ... Continue reading
Sensible Sentra, Scintillating SRT8, Sexy 650i and So-So Acura In This Month's Letter from Europe
Apr 1, 2012
by Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel I cannot pretend that the Nissan Sentra is the greatest automobile in the World. It isnât. But, having said that it is a willing work horse millions would be happy to own. First and foremost it is priced well under 20 thousand dollars and you do get a pretty ... Continue reading
2012 Nissan Maxima SV Sport Review by Carey Russ
Apr 1, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Sometimes a back-to-the-roots approach is just what's needed. Case in point: the Nissan Maxima. Originating in the 1980s, complete with fully-independent suspension, rear-wheel drive, and the engine from the original 240Z (in a slightly different state of tune), the Maxima was not ... Continue reading
2012 Buick Verano with Leather Group - Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Apr 1, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS In common with most luxury car manufacturers, Buick has had to deal with generational shifts in customer tastes and preferences. Compounding that challenge, Buick's position as the entry-luxury brand in the General Motors portfolio means that it needs to adapt to customers younger ... Continue reading
Apr 1, 2012
University Health System co-hosted a Celebration of Safety' in conjunction with the Buckle Up for Life program, at an event held today at My Father's House Church in San Antonio. Raising awareness about the importance of using seat belts and car seats is critical to injury prevention and saving lives. Buckle Up for L ... Continue reading
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