WSJ Reports Bumpy Road for Electrics - A Story That Is a Little Late But Still Welcomed By TACH
Oct 18, 2010
EDITORS NOTE: The auto industry is about to embark on a multibillion-dollar gamble: that battery-powered cars will become big sellers. The Wall Street Journal reports that more than 20 electric models are set to arrive at dealerships over the next three years, led by the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Volt due by December. ... Continue reading
Largest Discounts Available on Ford Models Reports Web Site
Oct 18, 2010
PR Newswire SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 18 SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 18 -- Ford leads the industry in discounts*for 2010 models from their Manufactured Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) with an average discount of nearly 15 percent according to the latest TrueTrendsâ⢠Report from TrueCar.com, the authority in n ... Continue reading
Penske Automotive Launches PenskeCars.com
Oct 18, 2010
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--Penske Automotive Group has launched several e-commerce initiatives, including PenskeCars.com, which allows consumers to view and compare nearly 25,000 new, certified and pre-owned vehicles representing more than 40 brands located at Penske Automotive Group retailers across the country. This ne ... Continue reading
Kia Motors Expands NBA Marketing Partnership With New Multiyear Agreement
Oct 18, 2010
PR Newswire NEW YORK, Oct. 18 NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Kia Motors America, Inc. (KMA) today announced an extension and expansion of their marketing partnership through a new multiyear agreement. Returning as the Official Automotive Partner of the NBA, Kia Motors is now also the ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALL: 2009-2010 Chevrolet Impala
Oct 18, 2010
Vehicle Make / Model: CHEVROLET / IMPALA Model Year(s): 2009-2010 Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP. Mfr's Report Date: OCT 13, 2010 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V480000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Potential Number of Units Affected: 303100 Summary: GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2 ... Continue reading
Nissan Appoints New Communications Director
Oct 18, 2010
Nissan Motor (GB) Ltd has announced changes to its PR team. ... Continue reading
Oct 18, 2010
WALLINGFORD, Conn.--Proton Energy Systems, the global leader in on-site hydrogen generation, and SunHydro, an upcoming chain of hydrogen fueling stations, announced today the grand opening of the first station at 10 Technology Drive in Wallingford, Conn., the companiesââ¬â¢ headquarters. Proton Energy System ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Group Reports Another Delivery Record For First Nine Months
Oct 18, 2010
The Volkswagen Group again achieved high growth on key markets such as China and the USA ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi at the Australian International Motor Show - Innovation, Technology and Electric Dreams
Oct 18, 2010
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has highlighted their innovative and technological expertise at the Australian International Motor Show, with a star studded display including a performance version of its i-MiEV electric vehicle, the i-MiEV Sport, along with new variants to its popular Lancer, Outlander and T ... Continue reading
Toyota to Use Bio-PET 'Ecological Plastic' in Vehicle Interiors
Oct 17, 2010
Tokyo, Oct 17, 2010; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced it plans to make vehicle liner material and other interior surfaces from a new "Ecological Plastic"(1) that features the world's first use of bio-PET(2). Starting with the luggage-compartment liner in the Lexus "CT200h" due at the beginning of 2011, TMC plan ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Crowns 'The Best Dad Band in Texas'
Oct 17, 2010
DALLAS, Oct. 17 DALLAS, Oct. 17 -- It was a long way to the top, but the Austin/San Angelo-based country rock outfit Bad Rodeo found a way to get there. Last night, the Chevy Dad Bands contest culminated at a State Fair of Texas concert in front of fans, event-goers, and Big Tex himself. Five bands, chosen from 120 ent ... Continue reading
2012 6-9 Passenger Cars, SUV's and Pickups For Buyers With A Big Family or Lots of Friends
Oct 17, 2010
6 Passenger Sedans Ranked By MSRP 6 Passenger Sedans Ranked By Combined MPG 6-8 Passenger Wagons Ranked By MSRP 6 Passenger Wagons Ranked By Combined MPG 6-8 Passenger SUV's Ranked By MSRP 6 Passenger SUV's Ranked By Combined MPG 6-8 Passenger CUV's Ranked By MSRP 6 Passenger CUV's Ranked By Combined MPG 6-8 Passenger ... Continue reading
WHAT? Sunoco to Supply NASCAR with e15 Ethanol-Blended Race Fuel! How is that Possible?
Oct 16, 2010
PHILADELPHIA--Sunoco, Inc. announced today that it will supply the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) with a new high-performance fuel for the 2011 season. The new fuel ââ¬â known as Sunoco Green E15 ââ¬â is a 15% ethanol blend that will be used in NASCARââ¬â¢s th ... Continue reading
Hyundai's New 2011 Sonata Turbo Comes to Market with an All New TV Campaign - VIDEO ENHANCED
Oct 16, 2010
by Marty Bernstein Senior Editor at Large The Auto Channel AUTO CENTRAL - October 16, 2010: Hyundai, which only a few months ago introduced their new Sonata mid-size luxury sedan, to great acclaim and significant sales, has just added a new Sonata turbo model and will be adding a Sonata hybrid in the near future. Both ... Continue reading
Toyota's Problems and Aggressive Pricing by Mercedes Fueled Lexus Market Share Losses
Oct 16, 2010
By October 15, 2010; Tim Higgins writing for Business Week reported that Jennifer Haisha, of West Bloomfield, Mich., gave up her Infiniti two years ago for a black Mercedes E-Class with a monthly lease of only $416. "My payments were unbelievable," says Haisha, 57, who works in retail. "I compared them to the [Cadillac ... Continue reading
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