Feb 6, 2012
The electric vehicle (EV) battery industry is entering a mature phase. While some companies have been developing products for as long as 15 years, others are less than a decade old. The earliest development efforts focused on nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) and lead-acid batteries, but today companies and automakers have s ... Continue reading
Mazda Takes Innovative Approach in Debut of New Advertising Spot
Feb 6, 2012
Mazda North American Operations (MNAO), the company known for such iconic vehicles as the Miata and the RX-7, engineering marvels such as the rotary engine and innovative SKYACTIV Technology, and the only Asian car company to ever win the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance car race, today announced the debut of a new ... Continue reading
Clemson University to Trial Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Technology
Feb 6, 2012
Clemson University's International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR) announced today that it will participate in the 2012 Apollo Launch Program hosted by Evatran, the developer of Plugless Power wireless electric vehicle recharging systems. The Apollo Program aims to encourage electric vehicle adoption across th ... Continue reading
Zipcar and the City of Boston Launch New Program to Provide Car Sharing Services for City Employees
Feb 6, 2012
Zipcar, Inc. , the world's leading car sharing network, today announced a new partnership with the City of Boston to launch a new fleet sharing program called FleetHub. Through this program, a number of existing city-owned fleet vehicles will be outfitted with Zipcar's proprietary car sharing technology for use by city ... Continue reading
TomTom Study Reveals Most Romantic Roads in the Nation
Feb 6, 2012
Today, a study by TomTom reveals the most popular romantic road names in the United States. The latest TomTom study, which took an inventory of the romantic roads throughout the nation, shows which states are the most likely to find couples driving down Lovers Lanes this Valentine's Day. According to the results of the ... Continue reading
2012 Nissan NV 2500 High Roof V6 Utility Van Review By Steve Purdy
Feb 5, 2012
2012 NISSAN NV 2500 V6 SV UTILITY VAN A Brief Respite from Car Reviews By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau We had to do some serious hauling this weekend and the good folks at Nissan were kind enough to offer up a new âHigh Roofâ NV 2500 cargo van for the job. You may be surprised to know that Ni ... Continue reading
2012 Hyundai Veloster Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Feb 5, 2012
Hyundai Buyers Guide DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Hyundai Veloster Hyundai is aggressively growing and expanding its product offerings into new niches. It has had a presence in the usual categories -- subcompact, compact, and mid-size sedans, even a large luxury sedan (the Equus), crossovers of various si ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets: Last Week's (January 30-Feb 4, 2012) Automotive News In Case You Were Sleeping
Feb 5, 2012
* 2012 is off to a good start for the U.S. auto industry as reported sales for January outpaced the best industry forecasts. Sales overall were up 11% at an annualized rate of 14.2 million units, the best since August 2009. Chrysler Group was up 44% and Ford Motor up 7.3%. GM sold the most units but sales declined 6%. ... Continue reading
2012 Model Year 6-15 Passenger Cars, Wagons, SUV's, MiniVans, Full Size Vans, Pick-ups
Feb 4, 2012
6-8 Passenger Cars and Pickups; The AIADA newsletter reported that transportation for big families used to be simple. Gas was cheap and cars were unabashedly big. Not anymore. Finding a car that can fit five or more meant, until recently, shopping for a big, usually American-made SUV. And while these vehicles have the ... Continue reading
Lexus at the Chicago Auto Show
Feb 4, 2012
POWER-PACKED LEXUS EXHIBIT BOUND FOR 2012 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW Lexus LFA In line with its new brand attitude, Lexus is looking to make a super impression on Chicagoans at this year's 2012 Chicago Auto Show. For the first time, at any auto show, Lexus will be displaying four of its renowned LFA super cars. Packing 552 ... Continue reading
Feb 4, 2012
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA LLC and DealerTrack today announced that MBFS will become a lender on the DealerTrack credit application network used by 350 Mercedes-Benz dealers in the United States, beginning in March. ... Continue reading
Toyota to Make Major Philanthropic Announcement at 2012 Chicago Auto Show
Feb 3, 2012
WHAT : As part of its overall presence at the Chicago Auto Show, Toyota will make an important philanthropic announcement on the second Media Day, February 9. The announcement will describe how Toyota will give the public a way to be an active participant in directing some of Toyota's philanthropic donations in 2012. W ... Continue reading
Feb 3, 2012
DUBLIN--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Motorist Behaviour and Implications at the Service Station: France" report to their offering. 'Motorist Behaviour and Implications at the Service Station: France' Verdict has conducted a study of over 8,000 motorists across eight European countries to asse ... Continue reading
Feb 3, 2012
According to the 2012 New Luxury Vehicle Loyalty Study, conducted by Polk and AutoTrader.com, brand affinity and quality/reliability are among the top reasons luxury buyers stay with their brand. ... Continue reading
2012 Lexus CT Hybrid 200h Review by John Heilig +VIDEO
Feb 3, 2012
2012 Lexus CT 200h Engine: 1.8-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 134 (total) hp @ 5,200 rpm/105 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm Transmission: Electronically6 controlled CVT Wheelbase: 102.4 in. Length x Width x Height: 170.1 x 69.5 x 56.7 in. Tires: P215/45R17 (mini spare) Cargo: 14.3 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
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