Pioneering Partnership: SK Innovation and Continental Team Up to Power Electric Vehicles Worldwide
Jan 10, 2012
SK Innovation [KS 096770] and Continental Corporation announce at the Detroit Motor Show today their intention to team up for powering electric vehicles worldwide: Both corporations sign a Heads of Agreement that describes the formation of a joint venture with which both companies want to develop, manufacture and marke ... Continue reading
Shelby American Celebrates 50 Years of High Performance with Special Anniversary Edition Cars
Jan 10, 2012
To honor its 50th anniversary, Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (Pink Sheets: CSBI), is unleashing a new line of Anniversary Edition Shelby GTS, GT350 and Super Snake vehicles. Only 50 white and 50 black of each post title Shelby model will be manufactured, making it an in ... Continue reading
Lincoln MKZ Concept: Future Vision Today +VIDEO
Jan 10, 2012
The new Lincoln MKZ Concept, revealed today at the North American International Auto Show, signals a significant step in Lincoln's reinvention, providing a clear vision of its next-generation vehicles. "With the Lincoln MKZ Concept, we are not introducing a new car. We are essentially introducing a new brand," said Der ... Continue reading
Ford Delivers 4 Millionth SYNC In-Car Connectivity System; 9 Million More Expected by 2015
Jan 9, 2012
Ford SYNC, the voice-activated in-car connectivity system introduced in 2007, now is installed in more than 4 million Ford Motor Company vehicles With plans to begin offering SYNC in Europe and Asia this year, Ford projects 9 million additional vehicles will be equipped with SYNC by 2015 Powered by the Microsoft Window ... Continue reading
Jan 9, 2012
Allstate Roadside Services, one of the nation's leading providers of roadside assistance, and Airbiquity Inc., a leading provider of global connected vehicle services, today announced their collaborative efforts to create integrated connected vehicle solutions for automotive manufacturers. 'The services needed by drive ... Continue reading
Michelin - The Only Tire Choice for NAIAS
Jan 9, 2012
Marking its 24th year as the official tire of the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), Michelin -- the world's leading tire manufacturer‚ -- today introduced a new all-season standard passenger car tire that delivers Michelin's renowned technical performance attributes and long-lasting tread life designed s ... Continue reading
Hyundai Injects Street Credibility Into Veloster With New Turbocharged Engine
Jan 9, 2012
Hyundai Motor America today introduced the all-new 2013 Veloster Turbo armed with 201 horsepower in a world debut at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Veloster Turbo is one bookend to Hyundai's turbocharged sports coupe line-up, paired with the refreshed 274 horsepower, rear-wheel drive 2013 Genesis C ... Continue reading
2013 Genesis Coupe Reveals More Aggressive Design Coupled with Serious Performance Credentials
Jan 9, 2012
Hyundai Motor America today introduced the significantly redesigned 2013 Genesis Coupe in a North American debut at the Detroit North American International Auto Show. In keeping with impressive performance upgrades, Genesis Coupe now sports more aggressive coupe styling, complemented by improved interior materials and ... Continue reading
Acura Debuts Three New Vehicles at the 2012 North American International Auto Show +VIDEO
Jan 9, 2012
Representing the leading edge of a wave of new products and technologies, Acura today unveiled three new vehicles at the North American International Auto Show, including a concept version of the all-new gateway to the Acura brand, the ILX luxury compact sedan; a prototype of the 2013 RDX crossover sport utility vehicl ... Continue reading
1934 Model 40 Special Speedster Appears at 2012 North American International Auto Show
Jan 9, 2012
Edsel Ford's 1934 Model 40 Special Speedster takes the stage alongside Lincoln's stunning new vehicles for the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Speedster offers a glimpse into the early years of Edsel Ford's design and automotive styling vision, and provides a historical link to his l ... Continue reading
Hyundai Elantra Named 2012 North American Car of the Year
Jan 9, 2012
The 2012 Hyundai Elantra took top honors in the most exclusive award in North America when it was named 2012 North American Car of the Year today. A jury of 50 independent North American automotive journalists evaluated each of the new cars introduced last year and chose the 2012 Hyundai Elantra as the winner. The awar ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Eco-Luxury Vehicles Arrive at the Palm Springs International Film Festival
Jan 9, 2012
Hollywood's celebrated actors and actresses descend on Southern California's desert with Mercedes-Benz eco vehicles to make their red carpet arrivals at the 23rd Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival. As the official vehicle, Mercedes-Benz kicks-off the winter awards season supporting the annual gala and line ... Continue reading
Toyota Material Handling North America President and CEO James Malvaso to Retire
Jan 9, 2012
Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the number one material handling company in North America, today announced the retirement of its President and CEO James J. Malvaso, effective April 1, 2012. TMHNA is comprised of Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A, Inc. (TMHU), supplier of the number one selling lift truck ... Continue reading
Jan 9, 2012
As tens of thousands of troops return from overseas deployments, Toyota and Toyota Financial Services (TFS), and Lexus and Lexus Financial Services (LFS) are offering special APRs and rebates to qualified military personnel and inactive reserves through participating dealers. In recognition of their service, qualified ... Continue reading
Ford Executive Chairman Bill Ford to Outline Personal Mobility Vision at Mobile World Congress
Jan 9, 2012
Ford Motor Company Executive Chairman Bill Ford will deliver a keynote address to the 2012 Mobile World Congress on Feb. 27 in Barcelona, Spain, outlining the company's future vision for smart transportation and personal mobility. Bill Ford will be the first automotive leader to deliver a keynote address to the Mobile ... Continue reading
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