Sep 19, 2011
In an effort to improve fuel efficiency standards and lower carbon dioxide emissions, Duane Reade today announced a partnership with Smith Electric Vehicles to add Newton zero-emission, all-electric commercial trucks to its delivery fleet. With the addition of these medium-duty trucks, Duane Reade is the first retail p ... Continue reading
Millions of Motorists on an Expensive Road to Disqualification
Sep 19, 2011
Nearly one in two British motorists are risking thousands of pounds worth of fines and potential driving bans on a daily basis, according to shocking new research revealed by the HiQ fast fit network. HiQ has conducted an illegal tyre audit across its network and can reveal that 42% of motorists are making journeys on ... Continue reading
FBI: Auto Theft Decreases 7.2 Percent; Ford Offers Auto Theft Safety Tips
Sep 19, 2011
Fewer Americans were victims of car thefts last year. The FBI's annual Uniform Crime Report shows a 7.2 percentage decrease in auto thefts compared to 2010. Improved anti-theft devices and safety tips can help continue this downward trend. ... Continue reading
Cadillac Launches Team Escalade Texas
Sep 19, 2011
Texas Cadillac dealers are launching Team Escalade Texas, a multimarket, multimedia campaign in Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin and San Antonio supporting six charities backed by 19 celebrities. Team Escalade Texas is a charity challenge aiming to increase awareness and support for vital Texas charities. Six celebri ... Continue reading
Improving the Fuel Economy of Any Car
Sep 19, 2011
Improving the Fuel Economy of Any Car The University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) has just released a report on how decisions a driver makes beyond vehicle selection can improve vehicle fuel economy by up to 45 percent. Drivers can find the information they need to make many of these fuel-effic ... Continue reading
AUL Becomes an Approved Provider on The ZERO Plan
Sep 19, 2011
AUL Corp., America's largest national provider of used car service contracts, and Universal Lenders LLC, creator of The ZERO Plan announce today that they will be working together to offer simple solutions to auto dealers. The partnership will allow dealers to provide premium financing through The ZERO Plan to their cu ... Continue reading
Audi Challenges Drivers to 'Take the Pledge' for Better, Safer Road
Sep 19, 2011
Audi is on a mission to make the road a more intelligent place. Challenging drivers to take a stand and champion responsible driving behavior, Audi announces a national initiative that encourages drivers across America to take the "Driver's Pledge." By pledging to be a smarter, safer, more efficient driver, Audi hopes ... Continue reading
Sep 19, 2011
The second annual "SEND ME 2 VEGAS" sweepstakes begins today, giving one fan a chance to win a 2012 Ford Explorer XLT SUV valued at up to $33,000, two VIP tickets to NASCAR After The Lap, the opportunity to be featured in an on-air promotional spot on GSN (Game Show Network), a two-night stay at Hard Rock Hotel and Cas ... Continue reading
Porsche Announces New Vice President, Marketing for U.S.
Sep 19, 2011
Porsche announced that Andre Oosthuizen has been appointed Vice President, Marketing of Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), headquartered in Atlanta. Oosthuizen comes to PCNA from Porsche Middle East & Africa FZE, the fourth largest Porsche sales region globally. As Director of Marketing he was responsible for dev ... Continue reading
Q-Park Winner of Prestigious European Parking Awards
Sep 19, 2011
Stockmann Q-Park in Helsinki, Finland / Q-Park Lyon Perrache Archives La Confluence Q-Park is delighted with the European Parking Association (EPA) Award presented at the bi-annual EPA congress on Thursday, 15th of September, in Turin, Italy. The award in the category 'best new car park' was won by Stockmann Q-Park in ... Continue reading
Trunk or Treat Promises Spook-tacular Fun at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum
Sep 19, 2011
A spooky good time awaits the entire family when the second annual Trunk or Treat weaves its web of fun at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum, in Auburn Hills, Mich., Sunday, Oct. 23 from 2 -- 4 p.m. Goblins dressed in their Halloween finery can trick or treat throughout the Museum's three floors for candy and trinkets from ... Continue reading
Parents Turning Car Seats to Face Forward Too Early
Sep 19, 2011
American Academy of Pediatrics now says child passengers should stay in rear-facing seats until age 2; many parents facing their children forward too soon The American Academy of Pediatrics updated their guidelines for child passenger safety in April 2011, recommending children stay in rear-facing car seats until the a ... Continue reading
Locklear Dodge and Dodge Brand Help Raise $3,120 for Area Hillcrest High School Football
Sep 18, 2011
Hillcrest High School students and families participated in a Dodge Booster Club Fundraiser on August 5th 2011, and raised $3,120 for the school's Football Program. Participants turned out to Hillcrest High School to show their support for Hillcrest High School Football Program. Participants raised $3,120 as Dodge cont ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Declares Quarterly Dividend
Sep 18, 2011
The Pep Boys Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket service and retail chain, announced that its Board of Directors approved the payment of the next quarterly dividend of $0.03 per share payable on October 24, 2011 to shareholders of record on October 10, 2011. The annual dividend of $0.12 per ... Continue reading
2011 Jaguar XKR Review by John Heilig +VIDEO
Sep 17, 2011
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG 2011 Jaguar XKR SPECIFICATIONS Model: Engine: 5.0-liter supercharged V8 Horsepower/Torque: 510 hp @ 6,000-6,500 rpm/461 lb.-ft. @ 2,000-5,500 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters Wheelbase: 119.4 in. Length/Width/Height: 201.7 x 74.6 x 57.0 in. Tires: P255/35ZR20 (F)/P28 ... Continue reading
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