News By Topic: Women And Cars

AAA Offers Five Ways to Drive 'Greener' for Earth Day 2011

Apr 19, 2011

ORLANDO, Fla., April 19, 2011 Nation's largest motor club offers easy ways motorists can be more 'green' with their driving habits ... and save a little money in the process ORLANDO, Fla., April 19, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With Earth Day 2011 celebrations this week, AAA offers drivers some tips on how they can ... Continue reading

Almost Two-Thirds of U.S. Auto Shoppers Now Considering More Fuel Efficient Vehicles as a Result of Rising Gas Prices

Apr 19, 2011

ATLANTA, April 19, 2011 ATLANTA, April 19, 2011 -- Almost two-thirds – 62% – of auto shoppers surveyed in March and April on AutoTrader.com indicated they would consider a more fuel efficient vehicle for their next car in the face of gas prices that continue to rise. Industry reports note ... Continue reading

Honda Breaks Ground for Financial Services Facility in North Carolina

Apr 19, 2011

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--American Honda Finance Corporation (AHFC) today marked the groundbreaking for its new 25,000-square-foot North Carolina regional office that will support the company’s growing family of customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. AHFC wil ... Continue reading

LIVE Video Introduction of the All-New Chevrolet Malibu Tonight at 8:30PM EDT - WATCH IT HERE

Apr 18, 2011

Live Internet Broadcast begins at 8:30PM New York time, 5:30PM Los Angeles time SHANGHAI - April 18, 2011: The new Malibu will be sold in nearly 100 countries on six continents. Chevrolet will transcend time zones by revealing it live on the web April 18 at 8:30 p.m. EDT and at the Shanghai Auto Show April 19. Chevrole ... Continue reading

Buick Debuts Envision SUV Concept at 2011 Shanghai Auto Show

Apr 18, 2011

The Buick Envision SUV concept vehicle, which represents a convergence of future ideas and technology for Buick in the market, made its global debut today in . It will be appearing on the Shanghai GM stand at Auto Shanghai 2011. The Envision merges Buick's global design language with Chinese aesthetics for the SUV segm ... Continue reading

Montgomery College to Host Free Vehicle and Child Safety Seat Inspections on Saturday, April 23

Apr 18, 2011

Date: April 18, 2011 Media Contacts: Elizabeth Homan, 240-567-7970; Marcus Rosano, 240-567-4022 Montgomery College to Host Free Vehicle and Child Safety Seat Inspections on Saturday, April 23 Montgomery College’s Automotive Technology Department and automotive industry partners have teamed up to offer fr ... Continue reading

GEICO Standing by for North Carolina Policyholders Affected by Recent Tornadoes

Apr 18, 2011

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.--In the wake of the recent tornadoes in North Carolina, GEICO's Catastrophe Team (CAT) and claims teams are ready to assist policyholders affected. “After the devastating tornadoes that hit North Carolina this past weekend, we want to make sure that our customers are safe” “Af ... Continue reading

2011 Hyundai Equus Earns IIHS "Top Safety Pick"

Apr 18, 2011

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 18, 2011 FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 18, 2011 -- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the 2011 Hyundai Equus a "TOP SAFETY PICK"— achieving the highest rating of "Good" in all crash test categories including front, side, rollover and rear crash p ... Continue reading

Watt Plaza Plugs into Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Apr 18, 2011

CENTURY CITY, Calif.--Watt Plaza, a twin 23-story office tower complex in the heart of Century City, has installed two electric vehicle charging stations on the first floor of its parking garage, making it the first office building in Century City to adopt the technology. “We see electric car charging stations as ... Continue reading

Honda Kicks Off the Civic "Study Break" Social Marketing Tour

Apr 18, 2011

TORRANCE, Calif., April 18, 2011 TORRANCE, Calif., April 18, 2011 -- Honda announced today that it has launched the Civic "Study Break" social marketing tour to promote the six all-new models of the 2012 Honda Civic at select universities on the West Coast. The tour, hosted on the Honda Civic's Facebook page, http://fa ... Continue reading

Get Your Car in Shape for Spring

Apr 18, 2011

RICHMOND, Va.--April is National Car Care Month, and the technicians at CarMax, Inc. , the nation’s largest used car retailer, offer these five springtime tune-up tips. “Following a few easy steps to spruce up your vehicle helps to not only avoid costly repairs, but also keep vehicles running smooth ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Debuts the Sportiest, Most Fuel-Efficient Beetle Ever

Apr 18, 2011

WOLFSBURG, Germany, SHANGHAI, BERLIN, and NEW YORK, April 18, 2011 WOLFSBURG, Germany, SHANGHAI, BERLIN, and NEW YORK, April 18, 2011 -- When the first Beetle rolled off the production line, it was called simply the Volkswagen — "the people's car" — but its distinctive shape inspired nickn ... Continue reading

New Generation Volkswagen Beetle Unveiled at 2011 Shanghai Auto Show

Apr 18, 2011

Volkswagen has unveiled the latest generation Beetle in Shanghai on the eve of the city's motor show, marking a new era in this iconic car's history. ... Continue reading

GM's Baojun 630 Sedan Make Global Motor Show Debut at Auto Shanghai 2011

Apr 18, 2011

SHANGHAI - April 18, 2011: The new Baojun 630 sedan made its national debut today at the and it will have its global motor show premiere on the SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) stand at Auto Shanghai 2011. GM is proud to be introducing our newest brand to the people of ," said Kevin Wale, President and Managing Director of the ... Continue reading

ZAP Jonway Displays New Models and Electric Cars at Auto Shanghai 2011

Apr 18, 2011

SHANGHAI, April 18, 2011 -- Following a recent 51 percent majority acquisition of Zhejiang Jonway Automobile Co. Ltd. of China by ZAP of the United States, the newly formed company ZAP Jonway (OTC BB: ZAAP) will be showcasing two new electric cars anticipated for production later this year at the Auto Shanghai 2011. ( ... Continue reading