Sep 26, 2011
WHAT: Press event, demonstration and discussion on the state of electric vehicles and clean transportation in Massachusetts In July 2011, the Patrick-Murray administration demonstrated its commitment to clean energy by announcing the installation of 94 electric vehicle charging stations in 25 cities and towns across th ... Continue reading
Nissan Teams Up With Levi Leipheimer's King Ridge GranFondo Event
Sep 26, 2011
As part of the Innovation for Endurance program, Nissan is proud to return for the second year as the official automotive sponsor of Levi Leipheimer's King Ridge GranFondo, a long distance, charity cycling event. The zero-emission Nissan LEAF will be at the Nissan Innovation for Endurance footprint Finley Center during ... Continue reading
Sep 26, 2011
The staff at Anderson-Weber Toyota will be hosting a celebratory event at its dealership on Wednesday, September 28 , when Hills & Dales Child Development Center receives a new Toyota Sienna courtesy of Toyota's "100 Cars For Good" national program. Jim Colon, Vice President of Product Communications at Toyota Motor Sa ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Constructs New World-Class Brake Friction Manufacturing Plant in India
Sep 26, 2011
Federal-Mogul Corporation today announced the development of a new brake friction manufacturing facility in Chennai, India. The company, through one of its Indian subsidiaries, broke ground earlier this year on a 10-acre site for construction of the new 38,000-square-meter facility to manufacture the company's broad po ... Continue reading
New England Cab Company Shrinks Global Footprint by Adding 35 CNG-Powered Ford Transit Connect Taxis
Sep 26, 2011
Metro Taxi of West Haven, Conn. adds 35 compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered Ford Transit Connect Taxis to its cab fleet West Haven joins growing list of cities to offer CNG-powered Transit Connect Taxis that also includes Los Angeles, Chicago, St. Louis and Las Vegas CNG burns cleaner than gasoline and can result in 3 ... Continue reading
AAA Tips...How to Spot a Flood-Damaged Vehicle
Sep 26, 2011
AAA warns car buyers that flood-damaged vehicles can be shipped anywhere in the United States for resale -- Many Americans have been devastated by flooding in the past few weeks and months. In those regions, private vehicle owners, auto dealers and car auction managers face the dilemma of salvaging or restoring flood-d ... Continue reading
Sep 26, 2011
The staff at Performance Toyota of Lincoln will be hosting a celebratory event at its dealership on Wednesday, September 28 , when three local, non-profit organizations receive free vehicles courtesy of Toyota's "100 Cars For Good" national program. The winning organizations include Lincoln-based Foodbank of Lincoln an ... Continue reading
2012 Kia Rio 5-Door Priced Under $14,000
Sep 26, 2011
Kia Motors America, Inc. (KMA) today announced pricing for the all-new and completely redesigned 2012 Rio 5-door subcompact hatchback beginning at an impressive $13,600(3) MSRP, while the Rio 5-door A/T starts at $14,700(4) both lower than the previous generation. The top-of-the-line, sporty SX trim starts under $18,00 ... Continue reading
Hertz On Demand Brings Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Vehicles to Oklahoma State University
Sep 26, 2011
The Hertz Corporation announced today the expansion of its Hertz On Demand University program to Oklahoma State University with the introduction of an all-Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fleet. Initially, Hertz On Demand will offer students, faculty, staff and the neighboring community access to two Honda Civic GX sedans, ... Continue reading
First 2012 Camaro ZL1 Offered for Sale Goes for $250,000 at Barrett-Jackson Auction in Las Vegas
Sep 26, 2011
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 25, 2011 -- The first 2012 Camaro ZL1 offered to the public sold for $250,000 at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Las Vegas on Saturday evening. The car was offered by Fairway Chevrolet-Buick-GMC in Las Vegas, with 100 percent of the auction proceeds benefitting the YMCA of Southern Nevada. Rick Hendrick ... Continue reading
The All-New Ford Ranger +VIDEO
Sep 26, 2011
The all-new global Ford Ranger comes to market in Australia next month, combining the toughness and capability of a pickup truck with smart technology, outstanding safety, excellent fuel economy and high standards of quality and comfort. ... Continue reading
Sep 25, 2011
Sept. 23 WHAT: AAA will unveil the second phase of their industry-leading electric vehicle (EV) initiative with the installation of a charging station at the AAA National office. The station is a Level II, 240 volt unit that will allow electric vehicle owners to "top off" their vehicle's charge and can accommodate two ... Continue reading
Sep 25, 2011
Summer Infant, Inc.'s, newly launched Prodigy Infant Car Seat was honored with the prestigious JPMA Innovation Award (Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association). Announced at the ABC (All Baby & Child) Kids Expo in Louisville, Kentucky, the Prodigy Infant Car Seat was selected out of more than 120 contenders to earn ... Continue reading
Sep 24, 2011
Hyundai Hope on Wheels, alongside Hyundai company executives, dealers, congressional leaders and local children's hospitals, today held a press conference as part of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The event was held in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center at 10 a.m. to underscore the achievements of the Hope on ... Continue reading
Bright Idea Wins Toyota Hybrid for Local Man
Sep 24, 2011
WHO: Local resident Tim Witmer WHAT: Winner of a new Toyota Highlander Hybrid in the automaker's "Ideas for Good" contest. HIS BRIGHT IDEA: Adapting the Prius' Solar Powered Ventilation System to exhaust cooking/heating smoke from huts in developing nations. WHERE: York Toyota, 315 North St. ... Continue reading
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