Suzuki Takes 1st in AutoPacific Survey
May 20, 2010
Kizashi awarded top three spots in the 14th Annual Vehicle Satisfaction Survey BREA, Calif. (May 20, 2010) â Since its North American debut last December, Suzukiâs Kizashi has won significant praise from the automotive media. With the release of AutoPacificâs 14th annual Vehicle Safety Awards (VSA), Suzu ... Continue reading
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Coming Soon From Jeep
May 19, 2010
Auburn Hills, Mich., May 19, 2010; Chrysler Group LLC released images today of the all-new 2011 Jeep® Grand Cherokee, an American icon and symbol of the new Chrysler. Offering timeless design and innovative engineering, the all-new Grand Cherokee redefines the SUV industry, delivering true duality: ultimate Jeep off ... Continue reading
Detroit Marriott Troy is the Perfect Stop for Woodward Dream Cruise Goers
May 19, 2010
DETROIT, May 19 -- Final planning for the 16th annual Woodward Dream Cruise on Detroit's famed Woodward Avenue are underway for 2010. Spectators and participants alike are already gearing up for the Saturday, August 21st event which is the largest one day celebration of classic car culture. It attracts over one million ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2010 Lexus RX 450h Review
May 19, 2010
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE 2010 LEXUS RX 450h VEHICLE The 2010 Lexus RX 450h crossover SUV is full of refinement and luxury, but with a hybrid spin. The standard creature comforts are many â a few favorites being the automatic tilting side view mirrors for ... Continue reading
Coda A Start-Up Electric Vehicle Maker Raises $58 Million More Capital
May 19, 2010
LOS ANGELES, May 19 (Reuters) - California start-up electric car company Coda said on Wednesday it raised $58 million in its latest financing round, and would set up an office in Singapore. New investors in the round included EDB Investments, an investment firm based in Singapore, and Leslie Wexner, chairman and chief ... Continue reading
Toyota Recalls 11,500 Lexus LS Models Worldwide
May 19, 2010
HONG KONG May 19, 2010; V. Phani Kumar writing for MarketWatch reported that Toyota Motor Corp. said Wednesday it plans to recall as many as 11,500 Lexus LS model vehicles worldwide, including 4,500 vehicles in Japan, to fix a problem with the computerized steering system, according to reports. The auto giant, which ha ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Company Introduces New Pedestrian Traffic-safety Education Tool
May 18, 2010
Toyota City, JapanâToyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that it has developed an educational tool, the "Kurapika Box", for use in its future traffic-safety activities aimed at increasing the use of reflective materials among pedestrians and bicycle riders to reduce nighttime accidents. The box can be use ... Continue reading
Echo Boomers Look Forward to Automobile Ownership
May 18, 2010
AutoTrader.com Study Shows What Echo Boomers Want--and Don't Want--in a New Vehicle Purchase ATLANTA, May 18 -- Echo Boomers, the generation born between 1975 and 1991 and estimated to be about 77 million strong, are expected to reshape much of society as they come into their peak earning years. And there's good news f ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2010 SUZUKI SX4 REVIEW
May 18, 2010
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE SX4 VEHICLE If a Mini Cooper isnât tough enough for your weekend getaways and a Subaru is just too large for city parking, you might want to consider the very practical and capable 2010 Suzuki SX4. The sporty 5-door micro-hatchbac ... Continue reading
Classic Cars, Awesome Destinations, Celebrities... What's your Dream Road Trip?
May 18, 2010
Jockey launches Classic Road Trip tour, offers chance to win vintage Ford Mustang KENOSHA, Wis., May 18 -- A recent survey by Jockey International, Inc. asked Americans who they'd most like to bring on a road trip, and George Clooney was named wingman of choice, edging out actor Will Smith. Funnyman Will Ferrell took t ... Continue reading
2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS Review
May 18, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS Engine: 6.2-liter V8 Horsepower/Torque: 426 hp @ 5,900 rpm/400 lb.-ft. @ 5,900 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 112.3 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.4 x 75.5 x 54.2 in. Tires: P245/45ZR20 (F)/P275/40ZR20 (R) Cargo volume: 11.3 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
May 18, 2010
Washington DC May 18, 2010; The AIADA newsletter reported that According to AutoWeek, Honda's redesigned Civic will not arrive until 2011, well past the typical five-year product cadence that would have landed the next-generation subcompact in dealer showrooms this fall. Changing market conditions and tougher fuel econ ... Continue reading
May 18, 2010
Shares seven tips to prevent future tragedies LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 18 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In an effort to continue educating parents and caregivers about the dangers of heat stroke to children left unattended in vehicles, Safe Kids USA hosted an event yesterday at Test Track at Walt Disney World Resort's ... Continue reading
2010 Suzuki Kizashi AWD Review
May 18, 2010
2010 Suzuki Kizashi Review By Bob Gordon Co-publisher Louisville Bureau The Auto Channel During my Suzuki Kizashi evaluation week in Vail, Colorado, every time I discovered another well thought out feature (and that happened quite often) the word âsurprisingâ came to mind, over and over again...how surprising ... Continue reading
May 18, 2010
DETROIT, May 18 -- Through ongoing development and testing, the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD capability ratings have been increased to 21,700 pounds of towing, and 6,635 pounds of payload. Based on these ratings, the Silverado HD will offer heavy-duty truck buyers the most power and most capability available in the segm ... Continue reading
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