One in Four Americans Could Not Pay for Major Car Repair, According to AAA Survey
Aug 3, 2011
One quarter of American drivers neglecting car repairs and maintenance due to economy; More than half keeping older car to avoid financial burden of newer model -- One in four American drivers could not pay for a car repair of $2,000 if faced with one today, according to the results of a survey released by AAA. The sur ... Continue reading
Even in Record Heat, Tire Care Should Be No Sweat!
Aug 3, 2011
55% of Vehicles Have At Least One Under Inflated Tire -- Record-setting heat across the U.S. can add to the risk of tire failure for overloaded vehicles with under inflated tires driving at highway speeds. "Heat is the enemy of a tire," said Dan Zielinski, senior vice president, public affairs for the Rubber Manufactur ... Continue reading
BMW i Concept Cars Boost Electric Vehicle Image
Aug 3, 2011
Although currently-available electric vehicles suffer from problems of poor performance and short driving range, the Strategy Analytics report, BMW i: Raising Consumer Appeal for Plug-In Vehicles, presents two electrified concept cars from BMW in a positive light. BMW i: Raising Consumer Appeal for Plug-In Vehicles U ... Continue reading
Nissan LEAF Apps Keep Owners in Touch With Their Cars
Aug 3, 2011
The Nissan LEAF application ("app") for smartphones which allows LEAF owners to be in direct contact with their vehicle at all times has launched for use on Blackberry and Android operating systems. Following suit with the mission of all Nissan products, the app provides bold and innovative technology for Nissan LEAF o ... Continue reading
SpyderLynk Helps Toyota Create Customized Marketing Campaigns
Aug 3, 2011
SpyderLynk, a leading mobile marketing technology company and creator of the SnapTag, a logo-centric 2D mobile barcode, announced today that Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc., is widely adopting SpyderLynk's cutting edge 2D mobile barcode technology across multiple marketing and branding initiatives to engage consumers t ... Continue reading
Ford to Participate in J.P. Morgan Auto Conference
Aug 3, 2011
On Wednesday, August 10, Joe Hinrichs, Ford Motor Company group vice president and president, Asia Pacific and Africa, will participate in a webcast discussion with analysts at the J.P. Morgan Auto Conference in Detroit. Hinrichs is scheduled to speak from 12:45 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. EDT. A question-and-answer session will ... Continue reading
Aug 3, 2011
Audi will be the official automotive partner of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Partnership will kick off with the 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards hosted by Jane Lynch Audi continues its involvement and support of the entertainment industry with a multi-platform integration Audi of America is honored to announce t ... Continue reading
2012 Chevy Sonic 5-Speed Helps Even Novice Stick Shift Drivers on Hills
Aug 3, 2011
We've all needed an extra hand at one time or another, but what about an extra foot? The 2012 Chevy Sonic offers just that ââ¬â an "extra foot" with standard hill-hold technology on all manual transmission models that can help novice and veteran stick drivers better manage hills. Typically, car manufacturer ... Continue reading
New Dodge Durango Named Top Safety Pick by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Aug 3, 2011
Durango latest 2011 Chrysler Group LLC model to receive IIHS Top Safety Pick Chrysler has eight models that are IIHS Top Safety Picks for 2011 Dodge Durango has been named a "Top Safety Pick" for 2011 by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The IIHS recognizes vehicles that perform "good" in front, side, ... Continue reading
Maserati Takes Performance to a New Level with GranCabrio Sport - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 3, 2011
MODENA - August 3, 2011: Maserati has taken the GranCabrio convertible to a new level of performance with the new GranCabrio Sport. With more power, a faster gearshift and a distinctively aggressive look, the GranCabrio Sport has given Maserati a harder-edged convertible to sit alongside the GranTurismo S and the Quatt ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Sales Increase for Eleventh Straight Month -- Up More Than 41% in July
Aug 2, 2011
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today reported July 2011 sales of 7,972 units, an increase of 41.1 percent compared to the same month in 2010. The increase continues a sales surge that, for the first seven months of 2011, makes Mitsubishi the fastest growing automaker in the United States. "We are particularly p ... Continue reading
2011 Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Review - Pure Fun To Drive - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 2, 2011
2011 Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Pure fun-to-drive. By Larry Nutson (ILM_1885) Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel If you think the terms fun-to-drive and hybrid-drive don't belong in the same sentence much more as characteristics of a the same car, then think again. I spent a week driving a Daybreak Yellow mica Le ... Continue reading
Chrysler Uconnect Makes it Easy for Drivers to Access Features they Need
Aug 2, 2011
During a recent user evaluation of the Chrysler Uconnect infotainment system, consumers were impressed with the ease of locating and accessing phone, radio, navigation, and Sirius TravelLink features. Consumers saw Sirius TravelLink, which allows drivers to access weather, local fuel prices, local movie theaters, and n ... Continue reading
American Honda Reports July Sales of 80,502 Cars
Aug 2, 2011
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted July sales of 80,502 vehicles, a decrease of 25.6 percent, based on the daily selling rate*, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales reached 687,944, down 2.6 percent versus last year. Honda Division posted July sales of 71,100, a drop of 25.7 percent versus ... Continue reading
Car Care Council Asks: Is Your Vehicle Car Pool Ready?
Aug 2, 2011
It's that time of year again time to get the kids ready to go back to school. It's also time to make sure your car is ready for the wear and tear of car pool driving. The Car Care Council reminds parents to make sure their vehicles are in A+ condition to transport their most precious cargo to and from school. ... Continue reading
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