Aug 6, 2011
The U.S. Senate quickly joined the House of Representatives in passing H.R. 2715, which amends the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) to categorically exclude youth ATVs and dirtbikes from the lead content provisions. ... Continue reading
Get Your Heart Racing With Ford Test Track Drives
Aug 6, 2011
Get Your Heart Racing on Ford's Test Track What gets your heart racing? A high-speed drive in a Mustang GT? Bidding on a âone of oneâ collector's car, a 2012 Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca? Access to an exclusive, highly restricted test track? A chat with Ford Motor CEO Alan Mulally? You can do all of these at G ... Continue reading
Ultimate Online Tire-Selection Experience for Nitto Tire Fans
Aug 5, 2011
Its loyal customers are wild about the brand, which is why Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc. tops the tire industry in an important measure of success the number of fans who have clicked the A Like button on its Facebook page. That's due in no small part to the efforts of Cie Studios, a developer of interactive applications for b ... Continue reading
Aug 5, 2011
A QUARTET OF DETROIT SPEEDSTERS Amazing SRTâs: Jeep, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger by Marty Bernstein, Senior Editor at Large The Auto Channel Hollywood, CA; In todayâs green, higher mpg from smaller engines automotive world, vehicles that are essentially without these attributes may seem t ... Continue reading
Small Cars Are Actually Selling Now - Why?
Aug 5, 2011
Washington DC August 4, 2011; The AIADA newsletter reported that engineers have long known that designing smaller, lighter vehicles is an ideal way to meet tighter fuel-economy standards. According to CNN Money, automakers are finally breaking their dependence on heavier models and managing to create comfortable, luxur ... Continue reading
Nissan Adds Enhanced Vehicle Info Via Smart Phones
Aug 5, 2011
Nissan today announced that it is the first Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to offer Quick Response (QR) codes on individual vehicle window stickers across its entire lineup, beginning with 2012 models. Rolled out in June with the launch of the 2012 Nissan Altima and Sentra, the QR codes link consumers to additio ... Continue reading
"Capture the Raptor" Sweepstakes--Win A Ford f-150
Aug 5, 2011
Ford Customer Service Division and FordParts.com will give away one 2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor and weekly Ford Mustang Funny Car die-casts during a 16-week sweepstakes. - Contestants can increase their chances to win both the weekly and grand prize drawings by entering daily - To receive daily clues to identify the mys ... Continue reading
TransCore Serves as Lead Integrator to Speed Up Electronic Toll Collection Lanes
Aug 5, 2011
TransCore serves as the lead integrator on the Delaware Department of Transportationââ¬â¢s (DelDOT) conversion of the Newark Toll Plaza on I-95, adding two new electronic highway speed lanes on both the north and south bound plazas in an effort to reduce congestion in a busy corridor for motorists and commer ... Continue reading
Aug 5, 2011
Research and Markets has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Indian Automotive Powertrain Outlook and Trend Analysis" to their offering. Indian Automotive Powertrain Outlook and Trend Analysis This report highlights the kind of technologies various market participants are introducing in the passeng ... Continue reading
Hertz Celebrates European Movie Launch of Disney-Pixar "Cars 2" With Family Fun
Aug 5, 2011
Hertz, the world's largest general use car rental brand, is supporting the European movie launch of Disney-Pixar's "Cars 2", the highly-anticipated sequel to 2006's "Cars," with a range of exciting initiatives. Disney in association with Hertz, a partner of Disneyland(R) Paris is offering competitions across Europe for ... Continue reading
RECALL: Honda Accord, Element, CR-V Automatic Transmission Control Module Software
Aug 5, 2011
Statement by American Honda Regarding Automatic Transmission Control Module Software Recall: 2005-2010 Accord, 2007-2010 CR-V and 2005-2008 Element TORRANCE, Calif. - August 5, 2011 - Honda will voluntarily recall approximately 1.5 million vehicles in the U.S. to update the software that controls the automatic transmis ... Continue reading
Mazda Unveils SKYACTIV Technology To Journalists In Vancouver BC
Aug 4, 2011
Mazda Introduces SKYACTIV Technology The Skyâs the Limit by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau (photo here: SKYACTIV 913) The Auto Channel Vancouver, Canada August, 2011; This beautiful Pacific Northwest city, host of the 2010 Winter Olympics, boasts the smallest carbon footprint of any major city in North ... Continue reading
RECALL: 2008 Chrysler and Dodge Minivans
Aug 4, 2011
Vehicle Make / Model /Year: CHRYSLER / TOWN AND COUNTRY 2008 CHRYSLER / VOYAGER 2008 DODGE / GRAND CARAVAN 2008 Manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Mfr's Report Date: AUG 03, 2011 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:11V394000 N/A NHTSA Action Number:N/A Component:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE Potential Number of Units Affec ... Continue reading
Dodge Durango 2011 Showcases The Power of the SUV
Aug 4, 2011
New 30-second spots begin in third quarter and emphasize 'The SUV is Back' Television and digital advertising demonstrate 2011 Dodge Durango's best-in-class driving range, power and towing capacity, seating for seven and other vehicle refinements that deliver the 'Sport' in Sport Utility Vehicles American performance r ... Continue reading
Tie It Down As Best You Can: 2000 Honda Civic Is Most Frequently Stolen Car In New York State
Aug 4, 2011
The New York Insurance Association said the 2000 Honda Civic is again the most frequently stolen vehicle in New York State. The Hot Wheels 2011 study released by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) examines data reported to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and determines the vehicle make, model, and ... Continue reading
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