Gen Y Auto Buyers Want Hybrids Packed with Technology
Jan 19, 2012
Washington DC January 20, 2012; The AIADA newsletter reported that when it comes to their autos, members of Generation Y want hybrid cars stuffed with technology. They could be the "generation that leads us away from traditional gasoline-powered vehicles," said Craig Giffi, the Deloitte automotive consultant who overse ... Continue reading
2012 Toyota Prius v Three Ride and Review By Carey Russ +VIDEO
Jan 19, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Toyota Prius v Three Prius is no longer one Toyota model. It's rapidly becoming a complete lineup. The familiar sedan, which has practically defined the gasoline-electric hybrid genre, has been renamed Prius Liftback for clarification and joined by a plug-in hybrid version and ... Continue reading
Jan 19, 2012
Winner of "Best Utility Award," the all-new 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 offers a unique blend of head-turning SRT performance with legendary Jeep capability and utility, luxury and refinement, and innovative advanced technologies Best performing and most powerful Jeep vehicle ever: 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds; quarter mi ... Continue reading
Jan 18, 2012
Ford Fusion earns Autoweek's highest honor Just days after its world reveal, the new Ford Fusion was already bringing home awards. As "the car people will remember most five years from now," Autoweek Magazine chose Fusion for its Best in Show award at the North American International Auto Show. ... Continue reading
2012 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Limited Ride and Review By Larry Nutson
Jan 18, 2012
2012 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Limited 4-door Most Fuel Efficient A-W-D Car in the US. By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_2895) Subaru has been and continues to be on a roll. In spite of dismal auto industry sales in recent years, Subaru has bucked the trend and seen year-over-year increases. ... Continue reading
Stodgy Minivans are Innovating to Survive
Jan 18, 2012
Washington DC January 18, 2012; The AIADA newsletter reported that at their peak, models like the Chrysler Town & Country, Honda Odyssey, and Ford Windstar accounted for about 8 percent of the U.S. new vehicle market. Without some breakthrough, that could soon slip to as little as 3 percent, according to a forecast by ... Continue reading
Nissan, ABB Link to Evaluate Second-Life Storage Applications for Nissan LEAF Battery Packs
Jan 18, 2012
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) and ABB, the world's leading power and technology group, along with 4R Energy and Sumitomo Corporation of America, have formed a partnership to evaluate the reuse of lithium-ion battery packs that power the Nissan LEAF, the world's first and only all-electric car designed for the mass m ... Continue reading
Jan 18, 2012
Today SAE International and Nissan Americas unveiled the newest component of the SAE International A World In Motion ® program during the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit. SAE International and Nissan introduced the new program during a press conference at the Nissan booth. Students fro ... Continue reading
Celanese Endorses Congressman Pete Olson's Domestic Alternative Fuels Act of 2012
Jan 18, 2012
Celanese Corporation , a global technology and specialty materials company, applauds Representative Pete Olson (R-Texas) for introducing House Bill 3773 yesterday on the floor of the United States House of Representatives. H.R. 3773 would amend section 211(o) of the Clean Air Act to allow fuel blenders to use Domestic ... Continue reading
Disability Organizations React to Misleading Statements on Vehicle Conversions in National Media
Jan 18, 2012
Recent unfounded statements surrounding the safety of wheelchair accessible vehicle conversions has caused industry organizations to rally in an effort to set the record straight. The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) and several of its manufacturing members announced today their position on the r ... Continue reading
Nine Chrysler Group LLC Models Net 2012 Consumer Guide Automotive Awards
Jan 18, 2012
Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands all have vehicles recognized as Consumer Guide Automotive 'Best Buys' or 'Recommended Picks' for 2012 model year Quality and craftsmanship‚ of 16 all-new and significantly-refreshed models launched in 2010 and 2011 are reflected in new Consumer Guide awards Chrysler Gro ... Continue reading
Jan 18, 2012
Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA), the leading live and live online salvage auto auction company and wholly owned subsidiary of KAR Auction Services, Inc. , today announced the addition of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) as the newest benefactor charity to join its national car donation campaign, One Car One D ... Continue reading
Nissan Social Media Growth & Engagement Outpaces Industry Competition
Jan 18, 2012
Celebrating success on the brand's social media channels, Nissan North America recognized how important tools like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube have become to build brand loyalty, engage directly with consumers and generate website click-throughs. Nissan credits the recent achievements for being responsive to the comm ... Continue reading
Simple Steps to Save Gas Without Driving Less
Jan 18, 2012
Fuel Economy Directly Related to Vehicle Care, Driving Behavior-- Driving less doesn't have to be a consumer's reaction to rising gas prices, according to the Car Care Council. While consumers can't control the price of gas, they can control how much gas they use by following some simple and inexpensive vehicle mainten ... Continue reading
Jan 17, 2012
DETROIT - January 17, 2012: Chevrolet today unveiled the 2013 Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition - the fastest, most capable convertible in Corvette's history - as well as a 60th Anniversary Package that will be available on all 2013 Corvette models. "The 2013 model year will be historic for Corvette, marking i ... Continue reading
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