Jul 27, 2009
Eighty-Seven Percent Rated Texting or E-mailing a Very Serious Threat, Ranked Almost Even with Drunk Driving WASHINGTON, July 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Thirty-five percent of drivers said they feel less safe than they did five years ago, according to the second-annual 2009 Traffic Safety Culture Index released toda ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Uncovers EPA Combined Mileage "Refresh" as Consumers Begin to Cash Their Clunker
Jul 27, 2009
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--As if Cash for Clunkers wasnât complicated enough, Edmunds.com has learned that the qualifications are a moving target. The EPA confirmed with Edmunds.com that last Friday the agency ârefreshedâ its combined mileage ratings for older vehicles and that the new data often gives potent ... Continue reading
Featured Documentary Film Lancia Sportscar Invited to Pebble Beach
Jul 27, 2009
59th Concours dâElegance to include all-original 1957 Lancia Aurelia B24S 2500 Convertible America in Worldâs most Prestigious Automotive Event SAN JOSE, CA - July 27, 2009: The 59th Pebble Beach Concours dâElegance has invited filmmaker and high-technology executive Gregory Berkinâs all-original 19 ... Continue reading
GEICO Asks Are You Covered for Road Trips to Mexico and Canada?
Jul 27, 2009
WASHINGTON--Road trips can define the summer season for many travelers, and if you are planning a trip to Mexico or Canada, there are some important insurance details GEICO would like you to know: Mexico Driving in Mexico requires an additional auto insurance policy because your U.S. auto policy is not valid in Mexico. ... Continue reading
NADA: 'Clunkers' Program Exactly What Consumers, Economy and Auto Industry Needs
Jul 27, 2009
Dealers Expect Program to Be Successful WASHINGTON, July 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With interest running high on day one of the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) program, also known as "cash for clunkers," the chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association said he expects the program to succeed in boostin ... Continue reading
Maserati at Salon Privé Ladies' Day
Jul 27, 2009
For the second year running Maserati GB hosted a very special day for their lady clients yesterday at London's most exclusive Club: the Hurlingham. ... Continue reading
Pedata RV Warns Against Animal and Insect Attacks During Summer Travel
Jul 27, 2009
Pedata RV advises how to prevent animal attacks during summer RV travels. As summer RV travelers hit the road and travel into the backcountry, National Parks and Forests, the threat of animal attacks increase. Most recently, Joshua Tree National Park closed one of their campgrounds because of bee attacks. By May, 2009, ... Continue reading
Jul 26, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Nissan Rogue SL FWD When SUV demand went from rugged outdoors fantasy to comfortable suburban reality, macho truck to family crossover, Nissan scored big with its midsize Murano. Named after a type of Italian glass and with its "Adventures in on-roading" introductory tag line, ... Continue reading
Cash for Clunkers Reviving New Car Market
Jul 26, 2009
Auto Central July 26, 2009; Our reporters in Denver and Louisville reported that car dealerships are a buzz with buyers. At a Nissan dealer in Denver more that 30 new cars was sold on Saturday with only about 40% Cash for Clunker deals. As we have said, the Cash for Clunkers program although not a solution is a good st ... Continue reading
2010 BMW 760Li Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 26, 2009
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor Amsterdam Bureau The Auto Channel MUNICH, July 20, 2009; BMWâs flagship, the 7 Series, will soon be available with a brand new 12-cylinder engine. Both the BMW 760i and 760Li will get a 6-liter V-12 with 400 kW/544 hp and 750 Nm/533 lb-ft torque. The V-12 works together with ... Continue reading
RoadTrip: New Lexus HS 250h Luxury Vehicle and Lexus IS Convertible - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
Jul 24, 2009
- Hybrid Car for Forward-Thinking Luxury Consumers, to Start at $34,200 - Best Combined EPA MPG Rating of Any Luxury Vehicle in the U.S. - 70 Percent Fewer Smog-Forming Emissions Than the Average New Car - First Vehicle to Offer Lexus Enform(TM) with Safety Connect(TM) TORRANCE, Calif., July 20 -- Lexus today announced ... Continue reading
BMW Offers Eco Credit on Diesel Models
Jul 24, 2009
BMW says that efficiency may be the buzzword of the moment in the automotive industry, but itâs hardly a new concept at BMW. Weâve always lived by the EfficientDynamics philosophy - less emissions without sacrificing performance. So when the government recently announced its âCash for Clunkersâ prog ... Continue reading
Cashing in on Your Clunker? Don't Forget Auto Financing Basics, Says AWARE
Jul 24, 2009
Americans Well-informed on Auto Retailing Economics (AWARE) is reaching out to them to emphasize the importance of wise purchasing and financing decisions. "Those consumers who plan to use the CARS program will get the most out of their vehicle financing experience if they do their homework," says Eric Hoffman, spokesm ... Continue reading
Toyota Launches 'Cash for Clunkers' Program and Advertising Campaign, Special Lease Rates
Jul 24, 2009
TORRANCE, Calif., July 24 -- Toyota will begin airing national and regional television commercials today in support of the government's Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) by informing consumers that the Toyota family of cars and trucks has 25 models that qualify for federal rebates ranging from $3,500 to $4,500. The pr ... Continue reading
Jul 24, 2009
ATLANTA, July 24 -- According to a new survey by AutoTrader.com, almost 70% of visitors to the site are aware of the federal Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS), also known as Cash-for-Clunkers. Of those aware of the program, 19% are likely to try and participate in the program, which provides incentives ranging from $3 ... Continue reading
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