2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster Arrives in America - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jun 13, 2011
New Generation Mercedes Coupe/Roadster Hits the Streets WALLAND, TN - June 13, 2011: The very first new-generation 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK coupe/roadsters are arriving in the U.S. The 2012 SLK represents the third generation of a sports car that rocked the automotive world when it unveiled the first automatic retractabl ... Continue reading
Keep Your Car for 300,000 miles and Quaker State Has a Reward For You
Jun 13, 2011
The makers of Quaker State, the motor oil well known for providing durable protection, are now giving motorists cash for using Quaker State and making their cars last. The Quaker State Cash Back Bonus Program launches today and is designed to reward consumers who use Quaker State Ultimate Durability full synthetic moto ... Continue reading
"Ford University" Conference Call
Jun 13, 2011
Ford Motor Company will host a "Ford University" conference call on Monday, June 20, 2011. The conference call will begin at 9:00 a.m. (EDT) and will end at 11:30 a.m. (EDT). This call will provide details on how we report our financial data and address frequently asked questions. In addition, in response to requests f ... Continue reading
Place Your Order for the Volkswagen Special Edition 2012 Beetle!
Jun 13, 2011
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the launch of the Vehicle Pre-Order (VPO) program, an easy-to-use online reservation process for consumers. The pre-order system is designed to allow consumers to be the first in line to reserve one of a limited quantity of certain Volkswagen cars, starting with the all-new 2 ... Continue reading
20 Years of Auto Theft Prevention in Texas
Jun 13, 2011
The Texas Auto Burglary and Theft Prevention Authority (ABTPA) celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The ABTPA formerly the Texas Auto Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA)was created in 1991 by the Texas Legislature to help combat the growing auto theft problem in the state. Since that time, the ABTPA and its grantee ... Continue reading
Jun 13, 2011
Summer is here which means teens are pouring out of the classroom and into their cars. And a new study by Liberty Mutual Insurance and SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) gives parents reason to pause before they hand over the keys to their newly freed young driver. The 2011 Liberty Mutual/SADD teen dri ... Continue reading
Did They Tow My Car? Universal Tracking Can Tell You
Jun 13, 2011
Universal Tracking Solutions, a fleet management GPS information and tracking provider, today announces the signing of an agreement to distribute a new line of GPS tracking devices and services. ... Continue reading
Toyota TAPESTRY Awards 50 U.S. Science Teachers
Jun 13, 2011
A group of 50 U.S. science educators has been selected to receive $500,000 in grants through the Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Science Teachers Program. Fully funded by Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS), the program recognizes and provides support to educators who are making a difference by demonstrating excellence a ... Continue reading
Advanced Methods Cool the Battery in the New Ford Focus Electric Even in Very Hot Temps
Jun 13, 2011
Ford developed a system that cools the lithium-ion battery in the all-new Focus Electric and keeps it working at its prime, even in the hottest of conditions. Extreme temperatures can affect an electric vehicle's battery performance and reduce its range. That's why Ford will use an advanced active liquid-cooling and he ... Continue reading
Kia Motors And Hoops: Kia Becomes Presenting Partner of 2011 NBA Draft
Jun 13, 2011
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Kia Motors America (KMA) announced today that the league's official automotive partner will serve as the presenting partner of the 2011 NBA Draft. The 2011 NBA Draft presented by Kia Motors will be held at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. on June 23 and will be televised l ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel Presents a Fun Look at Electric Concept Cars - VIDEO FEATURE
Jun 12, 2011
AUTO CENTRAL - Jun 12, 2011: We do have Tesla, the Chevy Volt and Nissan Leaf now on the streets - soon to be followed by the Mitsubishi MiEV. ... Continue reading
Helmet Law Repeal Will Result in More Traffic Fatalities and Costs, AAA Reports
Jun 12, 2011
AAA Michigan strongly opposes legislation voted out of the Senate Transportation Committee today which --if approved -- would repeal Michigan's nearly four-decade old mandatory motorcycle helmet law. Senate Bill 291 -- which was approved by a vote of five to one -- would allow individuals 21 years of age or older to ri ... Continue reading
Annual Telematics Awards Honors ATX
Jun 11, 2011
BMW, Hyundai and Toyota, whose connected vehicle (or telematics) programs are each provided by ATX Group, were recognized for excellence with best-in-class awards presented by Telematics Update at the publication's annual Telematics Awards Ceremony & Gala. ... Continue reading
Ford eNews - Week Ending June 10, 2011
Jun 11, 2011
EcoBoost will power smallest engine ever for Ford Ford is expanding its industry-leading range of fuel-efficient powertrains in North America with the addition of a new 1.0-liter EcoBoostâ⢠three-cylinder ââ¬â the smallest engine Ford has ever built ââ¬â and an all-new eight-speed au ... Continue reading
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