China Approves Geely Acquisition of Volvo
Jul 29, 2010
Chinese Commerce Ministry says Geely's $1.8 billion acquisition of Volvo approved BEIJING July 29, 2010; The AP reported that Geely Holding Group has received final Chinese government approval to acquire Volvo Cars from Ford Motor Co., the Commerce Ministry said Thursday. Commerce officials approved the $1.8 billion de ... Continue reading
Porsche 918 Spyder Gets Green Light For Series Development
Jul 29, 2010
In its session today, the Supervisory Board of Porsche AG, Stuttgart, gave the green light for series development of the Porsche 918 Spyder. ... Continue reading
Jul 29, 2010
The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is currently being put through its paces by the Australian Defence Force at a number of Defence sites, and is performing well. The vehicles are subjected to a demanding test program to ensure that the required missions can be achieved now, and well into the future. ... Continue reading
BMW Australia Confirms the Arrival of Speed Limit Information System
Jul 29, 2010
BMW today confirmed it will introduce its revolutionary new driver assistance system, Speed Limit information, in Australia this year. ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Receives Unsolicited Offer from Avis Budget Group
Jul 29, 2010
TULSA, Okla.--Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today confirmed that it received a letter dated July 28, 2010, from Avis Budget Group outlining an unsolicited proposal to acquire all Dollar Thrifty common stock for consideration consisting of $39.25 in cash and 0.6543 share of Avis Budget stock per Dollar Thrifty s ... Continue reading
Jack Roush Hospitalized After WI Plane Crash
Jul 29, 2010
OSHKOSH, Wis. - (July 28, 2010) â Jack Roush, co-owner of Roush Fenway Racing and chairman of ROUSH® Enterprises, has been hospitalized following a plane crash at Wittman Regional Airport in OshKosh, Wis. Roush, in town for the annual EAA AirVenture show, was landing his Hawker Beechcraft Premier jet when the a ... Continue reading
Jul 28, 2010
Museum Foundation Announces $1 Million in Contributions to Jump Start New Multi-Million Dollar Fundraising Campaign AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 25 -- A sold-out crowd of more than 570 guests attended the inaugural Walter P. Chrysler Legacy Gala benefiting the nonprofit Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills, Mich. The ... Continue reading
Jul 28, 2010
SAN DIEGO, July 28 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- It's recognized as the birthplace of naval aviation, but on Sept. 25-26, Naval Air Station North Island will highlight a different type of machine as 250 prestigious historic racecars gather for the 13th annual Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival. Known as the "Race at the B ... Continue reading
Interstate Batteries Offers Battery Care Tips During Sizzlin' Summer Heat Wave
Jul 28, 2010
DALLAS, July 28 -- Did you know that more automobile batteries fail in July than in January? Summer heat is actually harder on a battery than winter cold. With record heat sweeping across the country, Interstate Batteries encourages motorists to protect and care for that part of the vehicle a driver depends on the most ... Continue reading
2010 Ford Transit Connect Review
Jul 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Ford Transit Connect Engine: 2.0-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 136 hp @ 6,300 rpm/128 lb.-ft. @ 4,750 rpm Transmission: 4-speed automatic Wheelbase: 114.6 in. Length/Width/Height: 180.6 x 70.7 x 79.3 in. Tires: P205/65R15 Cargo volume: 135.3 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Schaeffler Announces Expanded Line of LuK Clutch Products
Jul 28, 2010
VALLEY CITY, Ohio, July 28 -- Schaeffler Group USA Inc. announced the expansion of the LuK RepSet line of clutches, flywheels and hydraulic release systems. The LuK program now includes more than 750 clutch sets and 180 flywheel SKUs, covering the North American vehicle population. Make and model coverage ranges from 1 ... Continue reading
Jul 28, 2010
Michelin green tires help achieve park goal of 30 percent carbon reduction MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo., July 28 -- Although the amazing geological features, interesting wildlife and natural beauty of Yellowstone National Park get most of the attention, the world's first national park also has more than 460 miles of roads ... Continue reading
Underwriters Laboratories Creates Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation Training Programs
Jul 28, 2010
By partnering with equipment and infrastructure designers, manufacturers, installers and inspectors to promote consistent safety standards, UL is enabling faster market adoption of Electronic Vehicles NORTHBROOK, Ill., July 27 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification, announ ... Continue reading
PG&E is First to Receive Extended Range Electric Fleet Trucks from Raser Technologies
Jul 28, 2010
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) and Raser Technologies, Inc. announced today that PG&E will be the first company in the United States to take delivery of Raserââ¬â¢s new extended range electric (E-REV) fleet trucks, designed to achieve an average of 100 miles per gallon in typical dai ... Continue reading
AMP's 100% Electric GM Vehicle Validated for 100 mpge in Progressive Automotive X Prize Finals
Jul 28, 2010
All-Electric Production Vehicle Breaks Barrier; Achieves Four-Times Fuel Efficiency of Internal Combustion Equivalent BLUE ASH, Ohio, July 27 -- AMP Holding Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AMPD), a company engaged in the emission-free electrification of OEM vehicles, announced today the 100% electric GM Sky achieved 100 mile ... Continue reading
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