Nissan LEAF Mobile Application Award
Jun 8, 2011
Airbiquity a global leader in wireless connected services, warmly congratulates Nissan Motors Japan for winning the 2011 Mobile Ad Award in the Application Category. Nissan submitted its LEAF mobile application, produced and developed by Airbiquity, for this prestigious award. ... Continue reading
German Auto Industry Equipping for the Future
Jun 8, 2011
BERLIN and PALO ALTO, California, June 8, 2011 -- German automakers are investing in the future at an astonishing pace: BMW investments in China have recently doubled and construction of a new BMW plant in Leipzig is underway. The EUR 400 million facility will soon see electric BMWs rolling off the assembly line. Volks ... Continue reading
ZoomSafer and Ovation Wireless Partner to Help Companies Reduce Distracted Driving
Jun 8, 2011
ZoomSafer, the leading provider of risk management software to prevent distracted driving, and Ovation Wireless Management, provider of enterprise mobile device management solutions, today announced a new partnership offering corporations innovative technology solutions for measuring and managing employee use of mobile ... Continue reading
Four Things to Know Before Buying Auto Parts, According to AutoMD.com
Jun 8, 2011
According to a recent report from AutoMD.com, an increasing number of consumers are doing their own car repairs (1) , which means these DIYers are probably buying auto parts -- but what should these auto parts buyers know about the difference between an OEM and an aftermarket part? And what of the 90% of 'Do-It-For-Me' ... Continue reading
Connected Car Concepts Connect Panasonic Automotive Services and AT&T
Jun 8, 2011
PR Newswire DETROIT, June 8, 2011 DETROIT, June 8, 2011 -- AT&T* and Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America have formed a working agreement to explore and test connectivity solutions for consumers and commuters. The new project provides a framework for the two companies to create customized products for global ... Continue reading
Easier In-Vehicle Wireless Charging
Jun 8, 2011
Conventional approaches to charging mobile devices in cars, such as plugging into a cigarette lighter, 12-volt charger or Universal Serial Bus (USB) port, are too inconvenient for most consumers, said Stacey Oh, analyst and regional manager for Asia automotive research at IHS. âWireless charging, however, allows c ... Continue reading
In-Drive Wins Telematics Update Award for Best Aftermarket Device or Solution
Jun 8, 2011
Hughes Telematics, Inc. , a leader in providing next generation connected solutions, today announced that its aftermarket solution, In-Drive, was named winner of the Best Aftermarket Device or Solution for 2011. In-Drive is a simple, self-installed device and provides drivers with a comprehensive set of connected vehic ... Continue reading
2012 Ford Focus Titanium Will Go to a Lucky Fan During This Year's BET AWARDS Airing Sunday, June 26
Jun 8, 2011
As Hip-Hop and R&B music enthusiasts patiently wait for the "BET AWARDS 11"to air, Ford has kicked off a sweepstakes that will award one lucky viewer the keys to a 2012 Ford Focus Titanium as part of The BET AWARDS Ford Focus Sweepstakes. The sweepstakes, which kicked off late last week, ends at 8 p.m. EDT on Sunday, J ... Continue reading
Jun 8, 2011
Rising gas prices once again are in the headlines as the summer travel season begins. Based on this fact, it's certain that the collegiate teams in SAE International's Supermileage competition could be the envy of many drivers across the nation. Why? Because their vehicles can achieve a fuel efficiency of more than 2,0 ... Continue reading
Chrysler's Mobile Showroom Is On the Road Again
Jun 8, 2011
Traveling showroom on 19-week trek across United States Tour designed for thousands of Chrysler Group employees and supplier employees All five vehicle brands featured on 95-stop tour Chrysler Group LLC employees, suppliers and affinity partners can check out the all-new and significantly-refreshed lineup of 2011 model ... Continue reading
The Little Things Can Add Up: Summer Travel and Gas Mileage Tips
Jun 8, 2011
The two big challenges drivers face each summer are extreme heat and maximizing fuel mileage. The combination of good driving habits and a few minutes of basic vehicle maintenance will help keep you safe while getting better fuel mileage all summer long. The little things mean a lot for these vehicles as well. A clean ... Continue reading
Car Nut Homes - Steve McQueen's House and Garage - Back on The Market?
Jun 8, 2011
Steve McQueen House and Garage The current owners had reduced the price $1,151,000 from their original asking price. Due to that low price of only $799K, they received multiple offers that drove the selling price up (but we cannot say how much because the deal is still in escrow). Call me at 877-781-5128 because I'm th ... Continue reading
Confused? Web Site Reveals 56% of Drivers Forget Where They Park
Jun 8, 2011
56% of UK drivers have, at some point, forgotten where they have parked their car, and 3% have picked up the phone to ask their breakdown service to help them find it. More than 50 in 2,000 drivers in the UK admit to making that call according to a new survey by car insurance comparison site Confused.com. The Confused. ... Continue reading
Pike Research Launches Electric Vehicles Advisory Service
Jun 7, 2011
Today Pike Research announced the launch of its new Electric Vehicles Advisory Service, a subscription-based information suite that provides independent and objective market intelligence and strategy insights for companies and other organizations engaged in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle (EV) industry ecosystem. ... Continue reading
Best New Cars for Fuel Economy from Consumer Reports
Jun 7, 2011
Best gas-sipping vehicles include Honda Fit, Volkswagen Golf TDI & Ford Escape Hybrid; CR's tips on how to save gas before and after you hit the road With high pump prices, Consumer Reports says that the most effective way to cute your gasoline use is to buy a more fuel-efficient car. CR named the best cars for fuel ec ... Continue reading
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