GEICO Says: Parents Are the Key to Safe Teen Drivers
Jul 31, 2009
WASHINGTON--These days, teenagers have a lot to contend with: school, grades, their peers, and also all the inherent risks of being a new driver. According to a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), while parents are equipping cars with monitoring devices to monitor their teensâ driving b ... Continue reading
Goodyear Seeks Special Truck Drivers as Highway Heroes
Jul 31, 2009
AKRON, Ohio, July 30 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company continues to honor deserving truck drivers with its recognition program for those who perform good deeds along the highways of North America. The company announced today that a search is on for U.S. and Canadian drivers who come to the rescue of fellow motorist ... Continue reading
K&N 2008-09 Mitsubishi Evo X Intake
Jul 31, 2009
K&N High-Flow Intake System Adds 21.42 Horsepower to the 2008-09 Evo X Riverside, CA, - The K&N High-Flow Intake System for the 2008-09 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X 2.0L Turbo, (part no. 69-6546TWR<http://www.knfilters.com/search/product.aspx?Prod=69-6546 TWR>) increases horsepower by 21.42 hp at 6100 rpm over the sto ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Pricing on 2010 Avalon, Yaris, Highlander, FJ Cruiser, RAV4, and Tacoma
Jul 31, 2009
TORRANCE, Calif., July 30 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2010 Avalon full-size sedan, Yaris subcompact, FJ Cruiser off-road sport utility vehicle (SUV), Highlander mid-size SUV, RAV4 compact SUV, and the Tacoma pickup truck. The 2010 mode ... Continue reading
Jul 30, 2009
Communities and camera contractors should prepare WASHINGTON, July 30 -- A recent Supreme Court ruling has raised questions as to whether technicians who calibrate photo enforcement cameras or perform back-room processing can be required to testify if the accused violators challenge the citations in court. The Melendez ... Continue reading
Jul 30, 2009
- One full day of heart-pounding, jaw-dropping, hands-on Subaru driving fun - CHERRY HILL, N.J., July 30 -- Subaru of America, Inc. will hold the ultimate Subaru driving experience at The Fairplex, Pomona, Calif., on August 1, 2009. The Fairplex will play host to the fanfare and festivities that put you behind the whee ... Continue reading
NHTSA, DOT Announces Decision on Non-Qualified Turn-ins
Jul 30, 2009
SANTA MONICA, Calif. Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive consumer information, pressed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) yesterday for an answer on a common issue facing consumers from the Cash for Clunkers program. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has ruled that ... Continue reading
Suzuki Reveals New 2010 Kizashi Sedan
Jul 30, 2009
- Kizashi concept series culminates with world introduction of all-new Suzuki sport sedan. - Chic Kizashi production model to deliver Japanese quality and European flair. - North American Car of the Year contender to serve as halo vehicle for maturing Suzuki lineup. - Kizashi's exhilarating performance and driving expe ... Continue reading
Cash For Clunkers Funds Remaining As Of July 30, 2009
Jul 30, 2009
$854M Estimated funds remaining for all vehicles except for CAT3 Trucks. $75M Estimated funds remaining for CAT3 Trucks. Last update 7/30/2009 at 10am eastern time. ... Continue reading
Jul 30, 2009
Driving in Canada By John Heilig After returning from a two-week driving vacation through Eastern Canada, I feel eminently qualified to comment on negotiating the streets and highways of our northern neighbor. Itâs not that Canadians drive on the wrong side of the road or anything (that would be too weird), itâ ... Continue reading
Cadillac Launches Two New Vehicles This Summer: SRX Crossover and CTS Sport Wagon - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jul 30, 2009
⢠All-new SRX Crossover starts at $34,155 ⢠CTS Sport Wagon strengthens CTS model lineup DETROIT â Cadillacâs model lineup expands with two dramatically-designed new luxury vehicles that also bring new dimensions of versatility and efficiency to the marketplace. Cadillac announced today that the 201 ... Continue reading
Luxury Crossover Vehicles Gain Momentum in Growing Automotive Segment - VIDEO STORY
Jul 30, 2009
DETROIT - July 30, 2009: As consumers start heading back into showrooms, automakers continue to introduce new crossover models. To compete with overseas competition, General Motors has unveiled the Cadillac SRX. The new SRX will go head to head with crossovers from BMW, Mercedes Benz and Audi. Industry experts expect t ... Continue reading
Beijing Gives Geely Go-Ahead to Buy Volvo Cars
Jul 30, 2009
Beijing gives Geely go-ahead to buy Volvo Car unit Geely Holding Group has been given the go-ahead by China's main economic planning agency on its bid for Ford Motor Co.'s Volvo unit, the Shanghai Securities Journal reports Wednesday. The report said Geely has received the confirmation letter from the National Developm ... Continue reading
Nationwide Insurance Supports National Ban on Texting While Driving (DUH!)
Jul 30, 2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company today stated its support for the enactment of a national ban on texting while driving. In Washington D.C., United States Senators Chuck Schumer, D-New York; Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey; Mary Landrieu, D-Louisiana; and Kay Hagan, D-North Carolina, on Wednesday unveil ... Continue reading
Remaining Cash for Clunker Funds
Jul 29, 2009
SEE ALSO: Cash for Clunkers Consumer Guide The estimated funds remaining shown on the gauge to the right are estimated funds only. This page will be updated daily for informational purposes only. This is not official fund balance dealers should refer to when entering in their transactions. Remaining Cash for Clunker Fu ... Continue reading
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