Gucci and FIAT To Unveil Fiat "500 by Gucci" During New York Fashion Week +VIDEO
Aug 16, 2011
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 16, 2011 -- Set to debut during New York Fashion Week (Sept. 8 - 15), on Fashion's Night Out (Sept. 8), the new Fiat 500 by Gucci limited-edition models represent the perfect combination of craftsmanship and style, and bring together two of Italy's most respected brands. ... Continue reading
Aug 16, 2011
The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand delivered 2.95 (January-July 2010: 2.62) million vehicles to customers worldwide in the period January to July. This represents an increase of 12.5 percent on the comparable prior-year period. The brand reported an even higher rise of 17.2 percent for the month of July, with deliveri ... Continue reading
Chevrolet to Present Two 'Fast and Furious' Concepts at Frankfurt Motor Show: Colorado and Miray
Aug 16, 2011
Both the Chevrolet Miray and the Colorado Rally Concept, which will celebrate their European premiere in Frankfurt, embody these design principles and take current trends in their respective segment a step into the future. Whereas the powerful Colorado Rally Concept previews the next generation of this midsize pickup t ... Continue reading
Skoda Octavia vRS Hits 200 mph at Bonneville
Aug 16, 2011
Skoda's Octavia vRS has become the latest member to join Bonneville's legendary 200 mph club. ... Continue reading
CODA and Great Wall Motors Enter Into Electric Vehicle Agreement +VIDEO
Aug 16, 2011
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15, 2011 -- CODA Holdings, a California based leading developer of advanced Lithium-ion power battery systems for its all-electric CODA sedan, EV powertrain and stationary energy storage applications, today announced that it has entered into a Letter of Intent to develop electric vehicles with China's ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Provides Helpful 'Spotter's Guide' for Windward Cruise Event +VIDEO
Aug 15, 2011
Ten classic Chevrolets to search for on Woodward Avenue DETROIT â August 15, 2011: Over the past century, Chevrolet has built hundreds of different models, many of which have found places in the hearts of collectors, hot roddersâ and cruisers. Following are a few notable Chevrolets, along with tips for pickin ... Continue reading
Aug 15, 2011
EPA Affirms National Air Quality Standards for Carbon Monoxide Are Protective of Public Health * "Air monitoring updates will put more focus on urban communities located near roadways " *WASHINGTON *- After a careful review of the science, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is affirming the current national ... Continue reading
SiriusXM Fires Back at Internet Radio Solutions with On-Demand Services
Aug 15, 2011
The in-vehicle audio landscape is becoming increasingly crowded. The Strategy Analytics report, Harmonizing Radio Transmission: Can AM/FM, Digital Radio, and Satellite Radio Coexist in North America and Europe?" examines how new and revamped radio solutions are changing these markets. "In light of the recent hype aro ... Continue reading
Winning Students Pursue Their Dreams with the Help of Honda and Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Aug 15, 2011
American Honda Motor Co. Inc. and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) Friday awarded eight outstanding Latino undergraduate students a scholarship based on their academic success and interest in a career in the automotive industry. One of the eight scholars has also accepted internship positions at Honda operations in ... Continue reading
Aston Martin One-77 And V12 Zagato Set For Debut In Monterey +VIDEO
Aug 15, 2011
Aston Martin has confirmed the American debut of both the One-77 and V12 Zagato, as the world renowned British automotive brand plans a series of exclusive celebratory events around the famed automotive week in Monterey, California, from 17-21 August. ... Continue reading
UK Women are Still Intimidated by the Car Buying Process According to New Research
Aug 15, 2011
Whilst almost half the driving population in the UK are women, according to new study commissioned by Quicks, one of the UK's leading car retailers, over 50 per cent of female motorists said they are more likely to be ripped off by car dealers because they are women, 43 per cent feel they are patronised by dealers and ... Continue reading
Check Your Brakes During Brake Safety Awareness Week - What's Stopping You?
Aug 15, 2011
Brake Safety Awareness Week is scheduled for Aug. 20-28, 2011, and there is no better time to stop and get your brake system checked by a professional service technician, according to the Car Care Council. With many families gearing up for car pool season, checking your brakes before the school year starts and the weat ... Continue reading
2011 Kia Sedona Named Consumer Search "Best Reviewed" in Budget Minivan Category
Aug 15, 2011
ConsumerSearch.com, a website that analyzes expert and user-generated consumer product reviews and recommends the best products to purchase, recently named the 2011 Kia Sedona as "Best Reviewed" in the Budget Minivan category for its industry-leading warranty, extensive list of standard safety features, handling and co ... Continue reading
Kia Picanto 3-Door Joins The Range For The First Time +VIDEO
Aug 15, 2011
Following on from the recent launch of the all-new Picanto city car Kia is introducing a three-door version to the line-up for the first time since the model appeared in 2004. The distinctively styled three-door version, with a new range of trim levels, will go on sale in the UK from 1st September. ... Continue reading
New MediaTrac BeBack Program Helps Auto Dealers Turn Prospective Vehicle Shoppers Into Buyers
Aug 15, 2011
MediaTrac today announced the release of the BeBack Program. This vehicle sales inducement program helps auto dealerships specifically target those potential buyers who may have visited the dealership but failed to purchase a product on their most recent visit. The average auto dealership sees 75 to 80 percent of floor ... Continue reading
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