Ford Direct Adds Experian Automotive Data to Sites
Sep 21, 2010
Sept. 21 -- FordDirect announced today that used vehicles listed on its Website at http://www.forddirect.com and about 3,500 dealer Websites provided through its DealerConnection service will now feature Experian Automotive's AutoCheck® vehicle history reports. Used car shoppers want transparency when it comes to unde ... Continue reading
General Motors and ABB Group Work For Reuse Of Volt Battery
Sep 21, 2010
Sept. 21 -- General Motors and ABB Group will work together to develop pilot projects for re-using the batteries from the Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle, examining whether the batteries may be a source for renewable energy that could improve the effectiveness of wind and solar power generation. The opportunity is the ... Continue reading
Modern Electric Car Era Begins at the 2010 LA Auto Show this November
Sep 21, 2010
Mass-Production Electric Vehicles Become Available to Consumers LOS ANGELES - September 21, 2010: A new era of modern, electric drive transportation begins at the Los Angeles Auto Show this November. Worldwide, nearly all major automakers have announced plans for an electric car in the next few years and Los Angeles wi ... Continue reading
Safe Kids USA and the GM Foundation Kick-off National Child Passenger Safety Week - VIDEO STORY
Sep 21, 2010
DETROIT - September 21, 2010: While installing and using child safety seats may appear to be easy enough, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has estimated that close to 3 out of 4 parents do not use child restraints properly. To help raise awareness to the importance of securing children properly during ... Continue reading
Sep 21, 2010
Aston Martin's ultimate expression of design, engineering and craftsmanship; the One-77 is being readied for production. The 7.3 litre V12 engine, as part of the development process, has been certified at 750bhp and 750Nm of torque, positioning it as the most powerful naturally aspirated road car engine in the world to ... Continue reading
Tesla to Open Paris Store Next Week
Sep 21, 2010
PARIS--Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors will open its newest showroom Sept. 30 in the heart of Paris, just in time for the 2010 Paris Motor Show. âWe want to create stylish, inviting places to buy cars and learn about 21st century vehicle technology.â Teslaââ¬â¢s 14th worldwide store, at ... Continue reading
Dresser Wayne to Introduce Electric Vehicle Charger Concept Model at 2010 Automechanika Trade Show
Sep 20, 2010
FRANKFURT, Germany--Dresser Wayne (www.DresserWayne.com), a global innovator of fuel dispensers and technologies, is demonstrating its ongoing commitment to green fueling technologies by exhibiting a full-scale concept model of an electric vehicle (EV) charger at the 2010 Automechanika trade show. âOur goal is to ... Continue reading
The New Mercedes-Benz Vito Van
Sep 20, 2010
Drive system: economic engines and BlueEFFICIENCY technology cut costs Chassis: the new chassis offers ride comfort tailored to the user's needs Interior: a practical and comfortable workplace with upgraded appointments Exterior: unmistakably Vito â the new Vito sports a striking new face LONDON - September 20, 20 ... Continue reading
Sep 20, 2010
Washington DC September 20, 2010; The AIADA newsletter reported that Hyundai wants to move its brand upmarket, but first it needs to contend with a few challenges. The Wall Street Journal reports that the automaker has advanced from one that once sold trouble-prone vehicles to a leader in quality surveys. Click here to ... Continue reading
2011 Chevrolet Silverado and 2011 GMC Sierra - Heavy Duty Still Not Dirty Words in Texas
Sep 20, 2010
BY MARLON HANSON Bumper to Bumper Texas Auto Writers Assn. The President may be talking about grading vehicles according to fuel economy and the world may be heading toward more and more ways to save every drop of fossil fuels it possibly can but in Texas âHeavy Dutyâ are still words dear to the hearts of man ... Continue reading
Maserati Unveils the New GranTurismo MC Stradale
Sep 20, 2010
September 20, 2010: Inspired by the Trofeo GranTurismo MC and the race-winning GT4 motorsport models, the new two-seater Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale that will debut at the Paris Auto Show 2010, will feature razor-sharp handling and will break the 300km/h barrier. The new car, the fastest, lightest and most powerfu ... Continue reading
Sep 20, 2010
Vehicle Make/Model: CADILLAC CTS CADILLAC CTS-V Model Year(s) 2009-2010 2009-2010 Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP. Mfr's Report Date: SEP 13, 2010 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V414000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER Potential Number of Units Affected: 20224 Summary: GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MO ... Continue reading
Auto Dealers in The Digital World
Sep 20, 2010
ATLANTA September 20, 2010; Jim Ziegler, auto retail industry speaker, trainer and dealership consultant will conduct a special session at the upcoming Digital Dealer Conference in Las Vegas on October 12- 14, 2010. This is the premier auto retailing technology event, and Jim Ziegler's appearance is one of the many not ... Continue reading
Used Hybrids Good Value Now - Blue Book
Sep 20, 2010
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 20 -- Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, a provider of new car and used car information, today reports that now may be a great time to buy for those who purchase hybrids with the intent of reducing emissions and greenhouse gases as opposed to savings at the pump, as covered in the company's Blue Book M ... Continue reading
Ford Data Reveal U.S. Buying Tastes: Cincinnati Sees Red, Boston Goes Green, L.A.'s Story is Silver
Sep 20, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 17 -- -- Ford Motor Company's annual look at U.S. car buying preferences reveals that American tastes for car colors and features vary widely from city to city -- When it comes to color choices, Boston buys the highest percentage of green vehicles, San Francisco is tops for white vehicles and D.C ... Continue reading
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