Jul 28, 2011
TechShop Detroit, a joint project between Ford and do-it-yourself (DIY) enterprise TechShop, is scheduled to open in November in Allen Park, Mich. Ford and TechShop will preview the facility this week during Maker Faire Detroit, held July 30-31 at The Henry Ford in Dearborn Ford reveals plan to incorporate a first-of-i ... Continue reading
OnStar Educates Its Salespeople with Creative Channel Services
Jul 28, 2011
Creative Channel Services (CCS), a leading retail marketing agency, today announced that OnStar has chosen CCS as its online learning partner to support OnStar's recently released For My Vehicle (FMV) product. Information on OnStar FMV is being distributed over CCS' CyberScholar Retail Network, the free online training ... Continue reading
GM Foundation, Chevrolet Donate $250,000 to the Travis Manion Foundation
Jul 28, 2011
As the nation nears the 10th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the General Motors Foundation and Chevrolet today donated $250,000 to the Travis Manion Foundation to help grow participation around the country in the 9/11 Heroes Run. The 9/11 Heroes Run will bring communities together in more than 25 U.S ... Continue reading
Chrysler Announces Top 15 Mopar Accessories for FIAT 500
Jul 28, 2011
More than 150 quality-tested Mopar accessories including key covers, graphics, bike carriers, roof racks, and seat covers Industry-first Wi-Fi allows owners to utilize electronic devices as far as 150 feet from vehicle Complete list of accessories at www.Mopar.com From a $21 locking gas cap to a $1400 body kit, FIAT® ... Continue reading
Get Recharged on September 27th at the Annual eMobility Forum
Jul 28, 2011
The following is being issued by the German American Chambers of Commerce: WHO: German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest and Germany Trade & Invest bring together US and German OEM industry experts from international electric vehicle companies and suppliers, government entities, academic institutions, and inf ... Continue reading
Carjacker Nabbed in 20 Minutes Thanks to Ituran's Driveit Vehicle Tracking and Recovery Device
Jul 28, 2011
At exactly 10:35 p.m. Miami Gardens Police Officer, Officer Ruiz, was flagged down by a victim of an armed carjacking. The victim said she was pulled out of her 2010 Toyota Sequoia at gunpoint. With an Ituran Driveit GPS Tracking device in the vehicle she first called Ituran's 24/7 customer service center. During her c ... Continue reading
Ford Explorer Sets New Standard for SUV Fuel Efficiency - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 28, 2011
DEARBORN, Mich., July 28, 2011 -- The completely reinvented Ford Explorer powered by EcoBoost delivers a class-leading EPA rating of 28 mpg on the highway, besting Honda Pilot by more than 20 percent and Toyota Highlander by 12 percent The hot-selling Ford Explorer the 2011 North American Truck of the Year has already ... Continue reading
Azure Dynamics To Begin Integrating Plug-In Hybrid Technology in Ford F-Series Super-Duty Trucks
Jul 27, 2011
Azure's plug-in hybrid technology to be initially integrated on Ford's market leading F-Series Super Duty cab and chassis, the F-550, expected in early 2013 Agreement provides for Azure to integrate its plug-in-hybrid technology on other Ford F-Series Super Duty cab and chassis, including the F-350 and F-450 The commer ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Offering Consumers Up to $50 Back on Brake Jobs
Jul 27, 2011
Consumers can receive rebates of up to $50 on brake repairs completed today through September 30, 2011, through Federal-Mogul's innovative Wagner ThermoQuiet "TQ Fall Blitz" promotion. The TQ Fall Blitz Rebate promotion offers mail-in rebates of up to $50 per brake job ($15 per front and/or rear set plus $10 per axle f ... Continue reading
Jul 27, 2011
By Andrew FRANKL European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Let me start at the end. I've just said good bye to Jaguar's hugely popular XJ, the car members of the British Government use as well as various members of the Royal family. Apart from anything else it looks the part. Understated elegance is the best way to descri ... Continue reading
Jul 27, 2011
Ford cars and trucks earn high APEAL from J.D. Power All of Ford's newer retail vehicles earned fuel efficiency ratings above their segment average, according to the J.D. Power 2011 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study. APEAL measures customer satisfaction in design, content and vehicle performanc ... Continue reading
Jul 27, 2011
Now more Americans than ever will be able to “drive on sunshine," by charging their electric cars with solar power, and save up to 77 percent on fuel costs. SolarCity has partnered with industry pioneer ClipperCreek to provide electric vehicle (EV) chargers compatible with all new EVs. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Equus Receives J.D. Power and Associates 2011 APEAL Award
Jul 27, 2011
J.D. Power and Associates designated the 2011 Hyundai Equus as its most appealing large premium car in the 2011 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study(SM) as Hyundai soared in the annual owner survey. In its 16th year, the APEAL study examines owners' assessments of the design, content, layout, and ... Continue reading
Jul 27, 2011
According to J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study(SM) released today, Jaguar and Land Rover brands rank among the top five nameplates, both with improved scores for 2011. Jaguar ranks 2nd among nameplates for the fourth year in a row with a score of 857; while Land R ... Continue reading
Zipcar's "Low-Car Diet" Challenge
Jul 27, 2011
For the fourth year in a row, the challenge is on. Starting this week, 36 selected participants across the U.S. and Canada have pledged to give up their personally-owned vehicles for 30 days and seek alternative methods of transportation as part of Zipcar's Low-Car Diet challenge. ... Continue reading
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