Los Angeles Audi Dealer is Number One in the Nation
Jan 17, 2012
Audi today announced that local Los Angeles dealer Keyes Audi was the number one Audi dealer in the nation in 2011. Keyes Audi was the only dealer in the U.S. to sell over 2,000 combined new and Certified Pre-Owned vehicles last year. "The Keyes organization is one of the most progressive, customer-focused and strategi ... Continue reading
ComfortSense Now Offers Superior Comfort for Ventilated Seating Applications
Jan 17, 2012
ComfortSense seat cushioning is a proven approach to deliver improved initial softness, without the added expense of a secondary topper pad. This technology can be customized to offer automotive designers increased flexibility, providing a unique comfort profile with long-term performance and durability. ComfortSense A ... Continue reading
Jan 17, 2012
The M2M market has become a fully mainstream segment of the cellular industry. By the end of 2011, most major mobile operators in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region had established M2M business units to focus their efforts in this fast growing market. The market for cumulative cellular M2M connections w ... Continue reading
Proposed Fuel Economy Rules Underestimate Rising Vehicle Cost, NADA Says
Jan 17, 2012
At a public hearing today on proposed fuel economy rules for model year 2017-2025 passenger cars and light-duty trucks, the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) urged federal agencies to properly consider the rising consumer cost of new vehicles. "To work, fuel economy rules must require improvements that are ... Continue reading
Lexus Jumps Into Super Bowl Advertising with First-Ever TV Spot +VIDEO
Jan 17, 2012
Lexus to Debut Its First Super Bowl Commercial TORRANCE, CA - January 17, 2012: Advertising on the annual Super Bowl broadcast is big marketing business. It's big not just because of the size of the football game's audience, but because the hype and visibility of the TV spots that air during the show often generates fa ... Continue reading
Jan 17, 2012
Naked Lime Marketing today announced that it has been approved by General Motors (GM) to provide marketing, advertising, and web solutions to GM dealerships across the U.S. under GM's matching funds advertising and marketing program. More than 90 percent of GM's 4,300 dealerships participate in the program in which GM ... Continue reading
Jan 17, 2012
MPi, a leading provider of winning automotive dealership service solutions, today announced that MPi EDGE, the only proven dealership service solution, has been completely revamped and will be re-launched as EDGE WorldClass at NADA 2012. EDGE WorldClass is a comprehensive product suite that is a more flexible, nimble a ... Continue reading
Jan 17, 2012
Despite concerns over distracted drivers on American roads, a majority of U.S.-based consumers do not feel there should be a ban on the use of hands-free communications devices while driving, according to the December 2011 Morpace Omnibus. In late 2011 the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recommended a ban b ... Continue reading
Coulomb Technologies Names James Hanley Vice President Worldwide Sales and Business Development
Jan 17, 2012
Coulomb Technologies has named James Hanley vice president of worldwide sales and business development. Coulomb is the developer of ChargePoint Network, the largest network of EV drivers and independently owned charging stations worldwide. In his position, Mr. Hanley is responsible for the company's global sales of sof ... Continue reading
Johnson Electric Launches Electric Starter for Walk Behind Lawn Mowers
Jan 17, 2012
Johnson Electric today announced a revolutionary new engine starter system for walk behind lawn mowers. This new addition to the PowerPod TM electric starter product line is designed to provide an alternative to the conventional pull-string starter method, without the cost of adding a battery. This is accomplished by a ... Continue reading
RECALL: Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300
Jan 17, 2012
Vehicle Make / Model / Model Year(s): CHRYSLER / 300 2012 DODGE / CHARGER 2012 Manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Mfr's Report Date: JAN 04, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V004000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS Potential Number of Units Affected: 303 Summary: CHRYSL ... Continue reading
RECALL: Mini Cooper and Mini JCW
Jan 17, 2012
Vehicle Make / Model / Year(s): MINI / COOPER S 2007-2011 MINI / COOPER S CLUBMAN 2008-2011 MINI / COOPER S CONVERTIBLE 2009-2011 MINI / COOPER S COUNTRYMAN 2011 MINI / JCW 2009-2011 MINI / JCW CLUBMAN 2009 MINI / JCW CONVERTIBLE 2010-2011 Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC Mfr's Report Date: JAN 10, 2012 NHTSA CA ... Continue reading
Audi Super Bowl Spot to Highlight Signature LED Technology and 2013 Audi S7
Jan 17, 2012
Audi today revealed details of its highly-anticipated Super Bowl advertisement, slated to run in the first quarter of the big game on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012. In the upcoming 60-second spot, the brand's signature LED headlights will take center stage along with the new 2013 Audi S7 sedan. The story theme remains undisclos ... Continue reading
Honda Pilot Receives "Family Car of the Year" Award From Newspaper Owned Cars.com
Jan 17, 2012
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced that the 2012 Honda Pilot has received the Cars.com "Family Car of the Year," award. The Pilot SUV received a wide range of upgrades for 2012, including a sleeker front-end design, enhanced interior features and improved fuel economy. The 2012 Pilot had already earned the top s ... Continue reading
Average Age of Vehicles On U.S. Roads Reaches Record High, According to Polk
Jan 17, 2012
The average age of cars and light trucks currently in operation in the U.S. has increased to 10.8 years, according to Polk, a leading global automotive market intelligence firm. Passenger cars showed a modest increase in age since 2010, from 11 years to just 11.1 years at the end of June 2011 (see table A). Light truck ... Continue reading
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