AlertDriving to Showcase Global Expansion at RIMS 2012
Mar 21, 2012
AlertDriving, the global leader in web-based driver risk management solutions, announced today that it has once again expanded its global coverage with the addition of five new countries and seven new languages. The extensive global footprint will be showcased at RIMS 2012, held April 16 through 18 at the Pennsylvania ... Continue reading
Camp Jeep at the 2012 Denver Auto Show
Mar 21, 2012
On- and off-road driving course demonstrates legendary 4x4 capability of Jeep brand vehicles Consumers can experience first-hand the attributes of the entire Jeep vehicle lineup without leaving the show floor The Jeep brand is bringing Camp Jeep, a unique, interactive, off-road experience to consumers attending the 201 ... Continue reading
Mar 21, 2012
Sirius XM Radio and Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., today announced that customers across the United States will receive a 3-month trial subscription to satellite radio and available SiriusXM services when they purchase a Toyota Certified Used Vehicle or a Scion Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle equipped with a SiriusXM radio. C ... Continue reading
AAA Survey Reveals "Boost" in Car Seat Compliance
Mar 21, 2012
Revised recommendations prompt one third of parents to make changes. On the one year anniversary of the American Academy of Pediatrics' (AAP) updated car seat recommendations, a AAA survey reveals that outreach efforts are working and parents are getting the message. Over ninety percent of parents with a child under 13 ... Continue reading
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
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