Automotive News

New York Town Considers Ordinance Requiring Free Air at Gas Stations

Mar 30, 2016

While a law already on the books mandates free air to customers only when they ask, this new measure would ensure that drivers know about the free air. ​HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. March 30, 2016 — Who knew air could cause such controversy. Drivers in Hempstead, N.Y., generally have to pay to inflate their tires at city ... Continue reading

First-ever IIHS New Car Headlight Ratings - Most Need Improvement

Mar 30, 2016

ARLINGTON, Va. — The Toyota Prius v is the only midsize car out of 31 evaluated to earn a good rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's first-ever headlight ratings.The best available headlights on 11 cars earn an acceptable rating, while nine only reach a marginal rating. Ten of the vehicles can't b ... Continue reading

Concours Of Elegance 2016 Star Cars Revealed As Tickets Go On Sale +VIDEO

Mar 30, 2016

LONDON - March 30, 2016: Tickets for the Concours of Elegance 2016 at Windsor Castle are now on sale, as the first of the world-class cars to be displayed at the event are announced. Celebrating Her Majesty The Queen’s 90th birthday, Concours of Elegance 2016 is set to be the biggest yet, and will feature a range ... Continue reading

First 1,000 Ford Mustangs Delivered To UK Customers +VIDEO

Mar 30, 2016

BRENTWOOD, England - March 29, 2016 – Over 1,000 UK customers have now received their new right-hand-drive Ford Mustang, as total sales accelerate past 3,500. So far, 80 per cent of UK customers have opted for the fastback body style over the convertible and 68 per cent have specified the 416PS 5.0-litre V8 engine ... Continue reading

Global Automotive Industry Focuses on NADA Convention in Las Vegas

Mar 30, 2016

LAS VEGAS (March 26, 2016) – More than 23,000 new-car and -truck dealers and their managers – including dealers from over 30 countries – auto industry executives and exhibitor staff will convene in Las Vegas for the 2016 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Convention and Expo. Las Vegas has ho ... Continue reading

Celebrate 100th Running of Indy 500 at Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum

Mar 30, 2016

AUBURN CORD DUESENBERG AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM NEWS RELEASE - 3/28/16 For Immediate Release Indianapolis Motor Speedway Historian Donald Davidson to speak at the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum Attachments: Presentation Informational Flyer (PDF) and Photo of Donald Davidson (JPEG) The Official Historian of the India ... Continue reading

And So It Begins !

Mar 30, 2016

Nicholas Frankl Senior Editor and Motorsports Correspondent Another season, much anticipation, and three good positives to start! New drivers from exotic countries with no F1 history, a whole new team from the USA, plus all the favorites back to do battle on, and off, the track. Don’t be surprised when Bernie anno ... Continue reading

Kia Motors Produces Two Millionth Vehicle in the U.S.

Mar 30, 2016

WEST POINT, Ga., March 29, 2016 -- Today, Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) celebrated as the plant's two millionth vehicle – a white 2016 Sorento SXL – rolled off the assembly line in West Point, Georgia. Representing an investment of more than $1.1 billion, KMMG began mass production on November ... Continue reading

NASA's 'Spaceport of the Future' Reaches Another Milestone

Mar 30, 2016

WASHINGTON, March 29, 2016- NASA has completed a major milestone on its journey to Mars and is ready to begin another phase of work on its spaceport of the future, where the next generation of astronauts will launch to Mars and other deep-space destinations. The agency recently wrapped up a comprehensive and successful ... Continue reading

Detroit Auto Show Flaunts Luxury and Practicality Per Research and Markets

Mar 30, 2016

DUBLIN—Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7z66zq/2016_north) has announced the addition of the "2016 North American International Auto Show" report to their offering. This private market insight captures the most informative and strategic content from the recently concluded 2016 North ... Continue reading

Magna Posts 2015 Annual Report

Mar 30, 2016

AURORA, Ontario, March 29, 2016 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG; NYSE: MGA) today announced that its 2015 Annual Report, including Management's Discussion and Analysis and Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, Annual Information Form (AIF) and Form 40-F, are now available on the company's website, http://www. ... Continue reading

The Greatest Celebration Of American Innovation Inspiring The Future And Honoring The Past +VIDEO

Mar 29, 2016

ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 29, 2016 -- The National Inventors Hall of Fame and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host the Greatest Celebration of American Innovation May 4-5. The two-day event will include the Induction of 16 innovation trailblazers into the Hall of Fame and the unveiling of the ex ... Continue reading

FTC Charges Volkswagen Deceived Consumers with Its "Clean Diesel" Advertising Campaign

Mar 29, 2016

For Release March 29, 2016 Tags: Automobiles Bureau of Consumer Protection Consumer Protection Advertising and Marketing Environmental Marketing The Federal Trade Commission has charged that Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. deceived consumers with the advertising campaign it used to promote its supposedly “clean ... Continue reading

Sierra Club Comments On Federal Trade Commission Suit Against Volkswagen for False Advertising on "Clean Diesel" Campaign

Mar 29, 2016

WASHINGTON, D.C. March 29, 2016; Today, the Federal Trade Commission filed to sue Volkswagen for fraudulent advertising as a result of the diesel engine emissions scandal that came to light six months ago. The commission is seeking "permanent injunctive relief, rescission, restitution, the refund of monies paid, disgor ... Continue reading

Caraf Oil Offers Ethanol Blends To Intelligent Motorists In Southern Florida

Mar 29, 2016

Spring Lake, MI (March 22, 2016) – Bennett Pump Company, North America’s fastest growing manufacturer of fuel dispensers recently installed their new Pacific XB (extended blender) dispenser at Caraf Oil in Miami, Florida. Caraf is believed to be the only retail brand currently offering these expanded fuel opt ... Continue reading