OnStar Out of the Box for Older Cars Available at Best Buy Stores July 24
Jul 18, 2011
OnStar FMV, the first out-of-the-box application of OnStar's "blue button" automotive safety and security services that can work on 90 million older vehicles, goes on sale July 24 and can be preordered at Best Buy stores nationwide. ... Continue reading
Jeep Tells the World about the "Most Awarded SUV Ever" - the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jul 18, 2011
New advertising campaign for the Jeep Grand Cherokee's begins today with print, broadcast and digital efforts The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has received 30 awards from prominent automotive journalist associations, print/on-line/television media outlets and industry organizations 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers ... Continue reading
Tie Down Those Suitcases on the Roof of the Car!
Jul 18, 2011
A major European survey carried out by Goodyear Dunlop has found that motorists are failing to load their cars correctly when embarking on a summer holiday. I've copied the press release below, should you find this item of interest. Unsecured loads in cars major threat to safety on summer getaways. ... Continue reading
Jul 18, 2011
GE Energy Industrial Solutions and Lowe's announce today at the Plug-In 2011 Conference and Exposition they will partner to offer consumers the fast-charging, easy-to-use, energy-efficient GE WattStation Wall Mount Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station. ... Continue reading
Jiffy Lube Greases the Wheels of Car Care with New App
Jul 18, 2011
Jiffy Lube International, Inc. today releases its new iPhone application that puts convenience and education back into car care by giving drivers the ability to store and organize vital vehicle information in the palm of their hand. Additionally, the "app" arms drivers on the go with tips like how to jump a dead batter ... Continue reading
Dutch Electric Vehicle Charging Station Manufacturer Alfen Joins Coulomb Technologies
Jul 18, 2011
Coulomb Technologies and leading European electric vehicle (EV) charging station manufacturer, Alfen today announced that Alfen's ICU Twin public charging station is the latest to be compatible with Coulomb's ChargePoint Network. ... Continue reading
GM, Nissan, and Mitsubishi Add to the Growth of Electric Vehicles
Jul 18, 2011
In 2010 the combined production of consumer hybrid and electric vehicles totaled about 1.15 million. In 2016, according to ABI Research's forecasts, global production will approach 4.9 million. The big change in the market in 2011 is the introduction of plug-in hybrids and pure electric vehicles from major manufacturer ... Continue reading
Find the Closest Electric Charging Station Through the GPS
Jul 18, 2011
Coulomb Technologies today announced it will partner with TomTom for an industry-first partnership to extend ChargePoint Network driver services into electric vehicles (EV). The partnership will help to fuel EV adoption by reducing range anxiety, extending driving range and maximizing the EV driving experience by bring ... Continue reading
2012 BMW 1 Series: First Drive Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 17, 2011
BMW 1 Series Grows up By Henny Hemmes Sr. BERLIN, July 14, 2011. Nowadays, motorists are downsizing, but that doesnât mean that they do not want premium cars. Therefore, it looks like the second generation BMW 1 Series is arriving right in time. In 2004, BMW launched its first small model. ... Continue reading
Ford eNews - Week Ending July 15, 2011
Jul 17, 2011
Ford hits hatchback sweet spot with Fiesta and Focus U.S. sales of popular five-door hatchbacks continue to skyrocket, and it's a trend reflected in two of Ford's hottest-selling cars: About half of retail sales of the 2011 Fiesta are for the hatchback model; the sales mix for the all-new 2012 Focus is 41 percent hatch ... Continue reading
Jul 16, 2011
LONDON - July 16, 2011: One of the side attractions at this year's fun-filled Goodwood Festival of Speed was the attempt by stunt driver extrodinaire Terry Grant to drive a four-wheel Nissan Juke around the entire one mile track on just two wheels. This is the complete video of the record breaking run with track narrat ... Continue reading
Charge Your Car At Home with the Help of Leviton
Jul 16, 2011
Leviton, a leading global manufacturer of electrical devices, today announced the expansion of its Evr-Green line of residential, commercial and public charging systems with the addition of the 120 Level 1 Portable Charger and 160 Level 2 Home Charging Station. The two devices will be available for purchase by resident ... Continue reading
Stranded? Call AAA and Have Your Electric Vehicle Charged
Jul 16, 2011
What: AAA, the nation's largest motor club, will unveil North America's first roadside assistance truck capable of charging electric vehicles at a news conference during the Plug-In 2011 Conference & Exposition. National AAA Automotive experts will discuss plans to integrate AAA Mobile Electric Vehicle Charging trucks ... Continue reading
Infiniti Gives Its Fans the Final Say
Jul 16, 2011
Infiniti continues to challenge conventions by allowing the brand's legions of enthusiasts to not only preview new bold and competitive TV spots first, but also select which they prefer to run most often. Today, Infiniti unveiled two new 15-second spots entitled "Lullaby" and "Spa" exclusively on the brand's Facebook p ... Continue reading
2012 Toyota Prius v 'Preview' Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 15, 2011
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS To say that the Toyota Prius has been successful is massive understatement. Where I live, it sometimes seems like every other car is a Prius. Prius owns the hybrid market, with over half the hybrids sold in this country and over a million sold here since its debut in 2000. And, acc ... Continue reading
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