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
2011 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show - Exclusive Press Pass Coverage on The Auto Channel
Sep 17, 2011
With TACH's Press Pass Coverage of the Frankfurt Motor Show it's like you were there FRANKFURT - September 13, 2011: Once again The Auto Channel's European team is on-hand to bring you the best and most comprehensive coverage of this important event. We have loads of video, tons of photographs and reams of text stories ... Continue reading
Leviton Announces Availability of Home Charging Station for 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in
Sep 17, 2011
Leviton, a leading global manufacturer of electrical wiring devices, announced today that a 16-amp, Level 2 (240V) home charging station for the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicle will be available in early October. With installation packages starting at $999, Toyota customers can purchase the charging station an ... Continue reading
Watch More Than 2,200 Automotive Videos FREE on Your iPad and Any Smart Phone
Sep 16, 2011
Hundreds of hours of auto-related videos No Fees No App required No Flash needed AUTO CENTRAL - June 8, 2011: One of the big draw backs about Apple's mobile devices (iPad and iPhone) is that it can't play flash videos. Because of this, an enormous amount of video content is lost to users of these devices. But TheAutoCh ... Continue reading
Ferrari 458 Retractable Hardtop Spider Debuts at 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show +VIDEO
Sep 16, 2011
New exclusive "Bespoke" program also showcased FRANKFURT - September 16, 2011: Ferrari's exclusive new 8-cylinder, the 458 Spider has finally was unveiled to the public at the 64th Frankfurt International Motor Show. The latest addition to the Ferrari range is a mid-rear-engined two-seater featuring a fully retractable ... Continue reading
2011 Dodge Caliber Review by Steve Purdy +VIDEO
Sep 16, 2011
Much improved inside - tepid overall By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau I'll never forget my first encounter with the new Dodge Caliber in late 2005. It was a regional press preview at a restaurant right next to the then-new Tiger Stadium in downtown Detroit. The concept version of the car was revealed at ... Continue reading
Toyota Introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid
Sep 16, 2011
Extended Electric Range Selectable EV Mode Expected 87 MPGe Quick Home Charging Toyota, the world leader in hybrid passenger cars and SUVs, introduced the Prius Plug-in Hybrid at the annual Green Drive Expo here today, as the newest member of the Prius Family. Joining the popular third-generation Prius Liftback and the ... Continue reading
The Business of Plugging In 2011 Announces Key Speakers and Sessions
Sep 16, 2011
The Business of Plugging In(SM) 2011, a Center for Automotive Research conference, returns to metro Detroit on October 11-13, and will feature a unique blend of global experts who will provide insight into the evolving plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) landscape from the role of big box stores like Best Buy to Portland's ... Continue reading
AeroVironment Completes First Electric Vehicle Commercial Charging Station Installations in Hawaii
Sep 16, 2011
AeroVironment today announced that it has installed electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Marriott Waikiki to serve hotel guests and respond to increased demand for sustainable practices in the tourism and hospitality industries. The new chargers are part of Hawaii's growing charging infrastructure currently b ... Continue reading
Tupelo to Benefit From Toyota Volunteer Work on National Public Lands Day
Sep 16, 2011
More than 400 Toyota team members will celebrate National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on September 17, by working together to clean and protect three public areas in Tupelo; the Natchez Trace Parkway, Carver Elementary School and Tupelo High School. At Natchez Trace Parkway, volunteers will remove invasive weeds to preserv ... Continue reading
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