States Caution Drivers to Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
Dec 14, 2011
All too often, holiday festivities take a deadly turn when an individual chooses to drink alcohol and then get behind the wheel of a car. Last year, 415 people were killed in traffic crashes involving a drunk driver or motorcycle rider in the last half of December alone. And, according to research from the Insurance In ... Continue reading
E-Z-GO Recalls Golf Cars, Shuttles and Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard
Dec 14, 2011
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. ... Continue reading
Holiday Ads from Auto Makers Fail to Impress Consumers, According to Ace Metrix
Dec 14, 2011
In spite of the introduction of more than 150 new ads plugging new models and holiday promotions, automotive advertisers have experienced a lukewarm reception from U.S. consumers in Q4, according to Ace Metrix, the authority in television advertising effectiveness. The company, which today revealed lists of the most ef ... Continue reading
Valley First Credit Union Switches to VINtek ELT Services
Dec 14, 2011
VINtek, a provider of automotive collateral management, electronic lien and title (ELT) services and direct finance processing for automotive lenders, announced that Modesto, Calif.-based Valley First Credit Union selected VINtek as its ELT technology provider to better manage members automotive titles. "Implementing a ... Continue reading
While Others Applaud Cell Phone Use Driving Ban, The Auto Channel says "Drop Dead"
Dec 13, 2011
It's time to stop the errosion of liberties By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL The "cause of the day" today is the NTSB's (National Transportation Safety Board) call to ban American drivers from using portable electronic devices â including cellphones, even if you use a hands-free ... Continue reading
First Drive: 2012 Honda Civic (European Version) by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO
Dec 13, 2011
9th generation of the Civic, Honda talked to many customers and to people who did not buy the current model. The conclusion was no surprise: the new Civic would have the good features of its predecessor and the not-so-good ones were going to be changed. In other words, the design of the new generation has been slightly ... Continue reading
2012 Scion iQ Review and Ride by Martha Hindes +VIDEO
Dec 13, 2011
2012 Scion iQ Touting its Stellar Grade Point Average By Martha Hindes The Auto ChannelDetroit Bureau DETROIT--The weather couldn't have been worse. A bone chilling fall rain was blowing sideways at times, leaving deep pools to dodge in underpasses as I drove around. This was a chance to test the new Scion iQ, a mini a ... Continue reading
Protect Your Home and Car This Winter
Dec 13, 2011
Check your insurance policy small print ahead of winter conditions, says MoneySupermarket - Ensure you have adequate protection in place against car breakdowns and burst pipes As we head further into the winter months, Brits are urged to check the small print of their home insurance and car breakdown policies to ensure ... Continue reading
The All-New 2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe +VIDEO
Dec 13, 2011
An exciting new addition to the 6 Series Line. Woodcliff Lake, NJ â December 11, 2011 6:00 pm EST ⦠Introducing the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe â a new 4-door, 4+1 seat addition to the 6 Series line that successfully combines the stunning proportions, design and driving dynamics of the 6 Series Coupe with in ... Continue reading
Experian Automotive launches AutoCheck Mobile for Consumer on Android and iPhone
Dec 13, 2011
Experian Automotive today launched AutoCheck® Mobile for Consumer(SM), a new application providing used car buyers with access to AutoCheck® vehicle history reports through Android and iPhone devices. Experian Automotive is the first major vehicle history provider to deliver direct report access to consumers through ... Continue reading
New York Auto Show Names New Director
Dec 13, 2011
New York Auto Show Names New Show Director: Alan Liebensohn New York, NY - (December 12, 2011): Preparations are in full-swing for the 2012 New York International Automobile Show under the leadership of newly appointed Show Director Alan Liebensohn. Alan was promoted last month from his position of Business Manager, th ... Continue reading
Automotive Safety Council Celebrates 50 Years of Life-saving Efforts
Dec 13, 2011
The Automotive Occupant Restraints Council (AORC), founded in 1961, today celebrates its 50th year of saving lives. The organization's membership includes the leading global auto safety system manufacturers and their major suppliers. In order to better reflect its membership's comprehensive safety involvement, the form ... Continue reading
Dec 13, 2011
Sales of electric vehicles are expected to accelerate strongly over the next few years, and along with them will come rapid growth in deployment of charging equipment for the vehicles. Two years from now, more than 80 different models of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) will be found on roadways across the globe, and b ... Continue reading
V60 Plug-in Hybrid - Volvos Most Advanced Car Ever on Sale 2012 at a Price of EUR 57,000
Dec 13, 2011
Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid is Volvo Car Corporation's most technically advanced model ever. The world's first diesel plug-in hybrid is an electric car, hybrid car and muscle car all rolled into one. The V60 plug-in Hybrid offers the driver three on-demand possibilities: - Up to 50 km on pure electricity with zero tailpip ... Continue reading
Nitto Introduces the Motivo Active All-Season Ultra Performance Tire
Dec 13, 2011
Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc., a leading developer of performance tires for enthusiasts, is proud to announce its new active all-season UHP tire, Motivo Motivo utilizes advanced technology to create performance that elevates driving confidence and motivates users to explore new destinations. Extensive size offerings addre ... Continue reading
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