CarMax Hiring for 965 Store Positions Across U.S.
Jan 23, 2012
CarMax, Inc. , the nation's largest retailer of used cars, is recruiting for more than 965 positions in locations across the country in order to satisfy the company's seasonal staffing needs. The majority of positions are in sales and service operations (detailers, experienced technicians), with additional positions in ... Continue reading
Jan 23, 2012
In 2011, the first plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) went into production to add the next level of electric-only drive to the steadily growing popularity of the hybrid assist vehicle. Large lithium-ion battery production facilities came online in a number of countries around the world to support the anticipated ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services receives over $50 million in payments via mobile channels
Jan 23, 2012
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services receives over $50 million in payments via mobile channels Customers quickly adapt to the convenience of making loan and lease payments anytime, anywhere. Since introducing its iPhone app giving customers the convenience to make payments anytime, anywhere just over two years ago, Merce ... Continue reading
Jan 23, 2012
TomTom announces a partnership with the British Automobile Association (the AA), which will provide the most accurate real-time traffic information for The AA's Traffic News website. The AA website will now include TomTom HD Traffic data, which provides a live view of road conditions and areas of congestion, enabling c ... Continue reading
GM Foundation Donates $400,000 to Cancer Research
Jan 23, 2012
Mary and Tony Barra to Chair Karmanos Cancer Institute's 30th Annual Dinner April 28 --The General Motors Foundation is donating $400,000 to theBarbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, bringing to nearly $6 million the foundation's support over the last 15 years. Separately, GM Senior Vice President of Global Product Dev ... Continue reading
Toyota Honored by IndustryWeek Magazine's North American Best Plants Competition
Jan 23, 2012
Toyota, the manufacturer of the number one selling lift truck in North America, today announced its Columbus, Ind., manufacturing plant, Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. (TIEM), has been selected by IndustryWeek Magazine as one of the 10 Best Plants in North America. The competition is part of IndustryWeek's annu ... Continue reading
Nissan and Renault CEO Ghosn to Address NADA/IHS Automotive Forum 2012
Jan 23, 2012
Nissan and Renault Chief Executive Officer Carlos Ghosn will be the keynote speaker at the April 3 Automotive Forum sponsored by the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and IHS, and hosted by the New York International Auto Show. 'Defining Success in the Automotive Industry: Staying Competitive in an Uncerta ... Continue reading
Jan 23, 2012
Sirius XM Radio today announced that customers will receive a 3-month subscription to SiriusXM when they purchase a pre-owned vehicle with factory-installed satellite radio, regardless of manufacturer, from participating Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram Truck dealerships across the United States. Customers purchasing pre- ... Continue reading
Motor, Drive and Automation Systems 2012 to Showcase Global Trends and Technology Developments
Jan 22, 2012
Motor, Drive & Automation Systems 2012, an international, industry-leading conference focused on the latest technical advancements impacting motor, drive and automation systems, has announced its annual conference will be held March 13-14 at the Rosen Plaza hotel in Orlando, Fla. The two-day conference will feature pre ... Continue reading
Honda Begins Deliveries of 2013 Fit EV
Jan 22, 2012
Honda delivered a 2013 Fit EV battery-electric vehicle to the city of Torrance today as one of the first major steps in the Honda Electric Vehicle Demonstration Program, a prelude to the retail market launch of the Fit EV with customers in California and Oregon this summer. The delivery was marked by a ceremony at the ... Continue reading
Jan 21, 2012
R.O. Writer Shop Management Software for automotive repair, quick lube and tire shops, used by thousands of shops across the United States, is being integrated with DST TurboParts, a leading aftermarket e-Commerce engine. 'TurboParts is a bolt-on custom solution that is already compatible with the computer systems and ... Continue reading
Hertz On Demand Cruises Into Miami Beach, First City in Florida to Offer a Car Sharing Program
Jan 21, 2012
Hertz and the City of Miami Beach announced today the first City-sponsored car sharing partnership in Florida. Hertz on Demand has been chosen as the car sharing service which becomes available to City of Miami Beach's area residents and visitors beginning January 24, 2012. The historic partnership kicks off with a Rib ... Continue reading
Remy-Powered Electric AMP GCE Introduced at North American International Auto Show
Jan 20, 2012
Remy, Inc.'s Electric Motor Division and AMP Electric Vehicles have announced that their latest collaboration, an all-electric AMP GCE, made its debut at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, January 9 - 12. This SUV combines two of Remy's road-tested HVH 250 electric motors with AMP's proprietary ... Continue reading
NADA Charitable Foundation to Launch Road Safety Grant Program at Convention
Jan 20, 2012
Auto dealers promote road safety initiatives at national convention The National Automobile Dealers Charitable Foundation has expanded its list of philanthropic programs to include a new grant program to help new-car dealers start or promote road safety initiatives in their communities. The NADA Foundation's new Road S ... Continue reading
StrataTRIM Load Floors, Deck Lids, Cargo Panels and Package Trays Now Up To 50% Lighter
Jan 20, 2012
StrataTRIM(TM) polyurethane composite board technology is a cost effective, lightweight solution for a variety of interior trim components, requiring high strength and good dimensional stability. Applications include: load floors, deck lids, package trays, sun shades and seat backs. This advanced approach adds value by ... Continue reading
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