Oil Spill Reignites Argument for Flex Fuels - VIDEO STORY
Jun 30, 2010
SEE ALSO DETROIT - June 30, 2010: As the largest oil spill in U.S. history continues to leak into the Gulf of Mexico, the argument for domestically produced alternative fuels, like ethanol (E85), is back on. Manufacturing plants continue to research and develop biofuels from a variety of unique sources. In fact, scient ... Continue reading
Ford Fiesta Returns to ESPN's X Games With an All-Star Driver Lineup
Jun 30, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., June 29 -- -- Ford Fiesta looks to defend its Rally Car Racing title when it returns to ESPN's X Games 16 -- The Fiesta's all-star driver lineup grows from three drivers to four with the addition of Ford Rally America and WRC driver Ken Block to last year's trio of Kenny Brack, Tanner Foust and Brian D ... Continue reading
A Small Dose of Little Cars at The Tres Petite Concours Exhibit is a Big Hit
Jun 30, 2010
CHICAGO, June 29 -- For 2 1/2 days and nights - June 11-13 - an unexpected exhibit of micro & minicars added an element of surprise that brought immediate smiles and oohs and ahhs of sheer delight from the 5,000 passers-by, including 150 school children from the local grammar school. Even the iffy weather didn't keep t ... Continue reading
Forester to the Rescue! Subaru Supplies Vehicle to Children's Charity
Jun 30, 2010
Subaru UK has supplied an All-Wheel Drive Subaru Forester 2.0 D XC to the Yorkhill Children's Foundation. The Glasgow-based Foundation, which provides support and equipment for sick children and babies from all over Scotland, will use the Forester as a go-anywhere ambulance support vehicle. ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2010
<p><b><i>Nissanâs 2010 Altima: Like Good Wine It Improves With Age</i></b></p> <p>by Marty Bernstein<br> Senior Editor at Large<br> Worldwide Bureau<br> The Auto Channel</p> </p><p>Much like the wine business, the midsize family car category is very crowded with many brands aspiring to be one of the favorites with ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2010
WASHINGTON--Today, as the president and congressional leaders meet at the White House on energy policy, GE Energy and the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) delivered a petition from Americans across the country in the form of a 131-foot wind turbine blade. The blade traveled more than 4,000 miles through 10 state ... Continue reading
New Michelin Tires Designed For EV's and Hybrids
Jun 29, 2010
SEE ALSO: EV-MOTORING.COM By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor Amsterdam Bureau The Auto Channel Rio de Janeiro Brazil; Recently, during the latest edition of the Challenge Bibendum, Michelin presented two new tire variants. During the event, which was organized for the tenth time, the automotive industry shows its l ... Continue reading
Exclusive Interview with the Boss of Tesla's Sales Efforts - VIDEO FEATURE
Jun 29, 2010
Tesla breaks through iron curtain The story of how Tesla is bring the automotive world together in electric dreams LONDON - June 23, 2010: This week saw Tesla CEO Elon Musk reveal that the company plans to build a further three new models this year, in addition to the Model S sedan that is already in the pipeline. In t ... Continue reading
July 4th Weekend Kicks off Hottest Season for Vehicle Theft
Jun 29, 2010
Experts from LoJack & NICB Caution That the Rate of Stolen Cars and Trucks Never Recovered Currently at 20+ Year High; Provide Theft Protection Tips July is "National Vehicle Theft Protection Month" WESTWOOD, Mass., June 29 -- This is the hottest season of the year for vehicle theft with July and August ranking as the ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Rates Family Sedans
Jun 29, 2010
consumer reports ranks Altima and Sonata now at top of class for family sedans YONKERS, N.Y., June 29 The redesigned Hyundai Sonata is now one of Consumer Reports' top-rated family sedans, posting an "Excellent" score, and scoring just behind the four-cylinder Nissan Altima. The Sonata has agile handling, a steady ride ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2010
Sophisticated Forecasting Models Allow Automotive Businesses to Transact on Future Values Instead of What Happened Last Week IRVINE, Calif., June 29 -- Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new- and used- vehicle information, today announces that the company has implemented a new multi-million dollar, ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Promotes Skilled And Safe Driving For Young Drivers With First Gear Program
Jun 29, 2010
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific introduced a unique extension to its successful Mercedes-Benz Driving Experience (formerly Active Safety Experience) driver training programme in 2008. ... Continue reading
Tesla Opens Showroom in Copenhagen on the Eve of Their First IPO
Jun 29, 2010
COPENHAGEN, Denmark--Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors will open its newest showroom this week in Denmarkââ¬â¢s largest city. âPeople in Denmark believe in social responsibility, and the Tesla Roadster is the only electric vehicle that combines a world-class sports car with their values of envi ... Continue reading
The New MINI Family - VIDEO FEATURE
Jun 29, 2010
MINI is giving its model family fresh impetus to continue its history of success in the small car segment with eye-catching design modifications, additional engine variants, an all-new selection of diesel engines and innovative new equipment features. The changes introduced for the MINI, MINI Clubman and MINI Convertib ... Continue reading
New Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible on the Road in Colorado - VIDEO FEATURE
Jun 28, 2010
Take a ride with the beautiful Benley Continental Supersports Convertible in the Rocky Mountains. Click PLAY to watch video The Continental Supersports Convertible The new Continental Supersports Convertible is a car that must be driven to be fully understood. Behind the wheel it is immediately clear that a Supersports ... Continue reading
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