Consumers Union: New Fuel Efficiency Labels Will Help Consumers Compare, Shop for New Cars
May 25, 2011
WASHINGTON, May 25, 2011 Consumers Union CEO Jim Guest joins Transportation Secretary LaHood, EPA Administrator Jackson for unveiling of new labels in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON, May 25, 2011 Consumers Union, the nonprofit publisher of Consumer Reports, today said the Obama administration's new fuel-efficiency labels ... Continue reading
May 25, 2011
LOS ANGELES, May 25, 2011 -- Ford takes its industry-first intelligent vehicle tour to California's biggest markets to demonstrate how researchers are leading development of a more sustainable future transportation system Ford will demonstrate Intelligent vehicles that use Wi-Fi and GPS to wirelessly talk to each other ... Continue reading
Faurecia Adds Madison, Miss., Plant to Build Seats for Nissan Vehicles
May 25, 2011
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 25, 2011 -- The Faurecia Group today announced it continues investment and expansion in the Southeast U.S. with the addition of a Madison, Miss.-based plant to support the production of seats for Nissan. The 180,000-square-foot plant supplies seat systems for the Nissan Altima, Armada SUV, Tita ... Continue reading
Hyundai Announces 2012 Genesis Sedan Pricing
May 25, 2011
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 25, 2011 -- Hyundai Motor America has announced prices for its refreshed 2012 Genesis sports sedan, starting at $34,200 for a well-equipped 333-horsepower V6 and $46,500 for the new 429-horsepower 5.0 R-Spec model. The 2012 Genesis is on sale now. 2012 Genesis Manufacturers Suggested Retail ... Continue reading
Paying for Your Parking or Toll Just Got a Little Easier
May 25, 2011
DETROIT--Beginning June 1, 2011, American Roads Investments will release two mobile applications that will allow travelers to pay bridge tolls and parking charges at any Alabama Freedom Pass network facility. No more fishing for change, no more swiping your credit card - just punch in your location to pay. âWith t ... Continue reading
InspectMyRide Partners with Cars.com to Enhance Online Vehicle Purchase Experience for Customers
May 25, 2011
ALPHARETTA, Ga.--InspectMyRide LLC has become the preferred vehicle inspection company for Cars.com, a leading online resource for people buying and selling new and used cars. InspectMyRide provides buyersà with the ability to get a professional inspection before buying a car online, helping them make a confident an ... Continue reading
Mobil Super Minor League Baseball Tour Hits the Road for ExxonMobil
May 25, 2011
FAIRFAX, Va.--ExxonMobil Lubricants and Petroleum Specialties Company, a division of Exxon Mobil Corporation, is taking its new Mobil Super line of premium-quality motor oils on the road, offering baseball fans an exciting way to learn about Mobil Super products while enjoying Americaââ¬â¢s favorite pastime. ... Continue reading
May 25, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2011 -- Policies that put cleaner, more fuel-efficient cars, trucks and SUVs on California's roads will drive consumer savings, spark job creation, and spur economic growth in the Golden State, according to a new study. The study, Driving California's Economy: How Fuel Economy and Emissions Stand ... Continue reading
May 25, 2011
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 25, 2011 -- Gold Medal identifies the nation's leading corporations for innovative programs promoting a healthy workplace and employee lifestyles Award validates Company's commitment to the health and quality of life of employees and their families Third consecutive year and fourth in the past ... Continue reading
AAA Supports Greater Data to Fuel Motorists' Gas and Green Options
May 25, 2011
WASHINGTON--AAA supports today's announcement by the Obama administration unveiling the new model year 2013 fuel label that informs consumers about a vehicle's annual fuel costs/savings and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Leading up to todayââ¬â¢s announcement, AAA submitted comments supporting these consume ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Survey: Car Buyers Want Better Fuel Economy and Are Willing to Pay for It
May 25, 2011
YONKERS, N.Y., May 25, 2011 Car shoppers willing to compromise on price, amenities, and sizeââ¬âbut not safety YONKERS, N.Y., May 25, 2011 -- The tough economy and high gas prices are driving consumers to prioritize fuel economy with their next car purchase according to a new survey by the Consumer Reports ... Continue reading
Cruise Nights Return to Walter P. Chrysler Museum
May 25, 2011
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 25, 2011 -- Set the cruise calendar on automatic this summer with Cruise Nights at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills, Mich. à The fun is slated for 5:30 ââ¬â 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 8 and 22, July 13 and 27 and Aug. 10 and 24. The sixth annual series is presented b ... Continue reading
Details of Ford Motor Company's May 2011 U.S. Sales Conference Call
May 25, 2011
PR Newswire May 25 DEARBORN, Mich., May 25 ââ¬â Ford Motor Company will release its May 2011 U.S. sales results at approximately noon ET Wednesday, June 1, 2011. At 1 p.m. ET, George Pipas, Ford U.S. sales analyst, will host a conference call for the investment community and news media to discuss the result ... Continue reading
Keep Up: Zero-Emissions Nissan LEAF Named Official Pace Car of BolderBOULDER 10K
May 25, 2011
DENVER, May 25, 2011 -- The 100 percent electric, zero-emission Nissan LEAF will serve as the pace car for the 2011 BolderBOULDER running event on Memorial Day, May 30. As official and exclusive vehicle partner, Nissan is proud to offer cleaner air by bringing the "World Car of the Year" to the event, as Nissan shares ... Continue reading
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