May 14, 2009
LOS ANGELES, CA May 14, 2009; Partying during and after proms and following graduation can have serious consequences if alcohol is involved, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California. Seventy percent of 11th graders in the state say they've consumed alcohol and 51 percent say they've been drunk or sick fr ... Continue reading
Better Place Unveils First Automated Battery Swapping Process for Japan EV Study - MULI-VIDEOS
May 13, 2009
YOKOHAMA, Japan--Better Place today achieved a milestone in accelerating the mass-market adoption of electric vehicles by demonstrating the worldâs first battery switch technology along with electric car charging spots. This simple range extension technology delivers a cleaner, more convenient experience for drive ... Continue reading
AutoPacific's Research Reveals the Most Highly Recommended Vehicles
May 13, 2009
WOULD YOU RECOMMEND YOUR CAR TO A FRIEND? TUSTIN, Calif. May 12, 2009; Who do you go to for advice when buying a new car? What about owners themselves? AutoPacific has just analyzed recommendation intentions from 25,000 new-car owners, and the results offer interesting insights. AutoPacific, which has provided automoti ... Continue reading
Cash for Guzzlers Bill Loping Through The Senate
May 13, 2009
Washington DC May 13, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that Senators from both parties are reportedly planning to introduce a cash-for-guzzlers bill this week that is identical to the legislation hashed out last week in the House. According to Automotive News, the legislation would provide vouchers of up to $4,500 t ... Continue reading
Opel to Present New Astra at 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
May 13, 2009
The new Opel Astra will premiere on September 17 in Frankfurt at the IAA. The new 4.42-meter long compact features an all-new mechatronic chassis, new generation of bi-xenon Advanced Forward Lighting (AFL+) and the Opel Eye front camera system, which recognizes road signs and warns the driver when the car inadvertently ... Continue reading
May 13, 2009
SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 13 -- Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel and nine-time Grammy Award winner Eminem will bring approximately 200 laid-off auto workers from Eminem's home state of Michigan to Hollywood, CA for an exclusive late-night musical event on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" airing Friday, May 15 on ABC (12:05 a. ... Continue reading
Congress Set to Needlessly Destroy Millions of Potential Replacement Car Parts
May 12, 2009
FAIRFAX, Va., May 12 -- Over the past week, environmentalists have been strongly expressing their disappointment regarding the "Cash for Clunkers" compromise legislation announced by Democrat lawmakers and President Barack Obama. In prominent media outlets such as the NewYorkTimes.com, they warn that the $4 billion tax ... Continue reading
Insight Becomes First Hybrid Vehicle to Rank as Best-Selling Vehicle in Japan
May 12, 2009
TOKYO - May 12, 2009: Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that Insight ranked as the industry's best-selling car among new vehicle registrations* in Japan for the month of April 2009, with sales of 10,481 units (source: Japan Automobile Dealers Association). It is the first time in history for a hybrid model to be the indu ... Continue reading
Toyota to Halt Some Production Lines in Japan
May 12, 2009
TOKYO May 12, 2009; The AP reported that Toyota Motor Corp. said today it will suspend several production lines at an engine factory in central Japan to adjust its output to slowing demand. The world's top automaker will stop three of 11 production lines at Kamigo, its main engine factory in central Aichi prefecture, b ... Continue reading
All-New 2009 Nissan Cube On Sale Now
May 11, 2009
Franklin TN May 10, 2009; The all-new 2009 Nissan cube® went on sale last week at Nissan dealers nationwide, sporting an engaging asymmetrical exterior design, socially oriented lounge-style interior, a powerful and fuel-efficient 1.8-liter engine, six standard air bags, a full catalog of innovative accessories, a s ... Continue reading
2009 Toyota Yaris - Heels on Wheels Review
May 10, 2009
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2009 TOYOTA YARIS REVIEW HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE TOYOTA YARIS With compact economy cars becoming evermore desirable, the Toyota Yaris stands out as one of the cheapest choices â mentioned as both a compliment and concern. The Yaris is al ... Continue reading
2009 Toyota Venza-Heels on Wheels Review
May 10, 2009
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2009 TOYOTA VENZA REVIEW HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE VENZA VEHICLE Ford Flex. Honda Ridgeline. And now the Toyota Venza. All examples of new car shapes ready to push beyond what consumers know and love (and often get bored with). In case you're w ... Continue reading
2009 Nissan Murano - Heels on Wheels Review
May 10, 2009
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2009 NISSAN MURANO REVIEW HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE MURANO The Murano deserves the lavish attention both consumers and media have bestowed. The 2009 Murano is stylish, safe and every bit a luxury SUV/crossover â but thousands below the pri ... Continue reading
2009 Subaru Forester - Heels on Wheels Review
May 10, 2009
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2009 SUBARU FORESTER REVIEW HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE FORESTER VEHICLE The Forester dropped its nerdy look and adapted an SUV sex appeal that seems to work for both consumers and automotive media alike. The 2009 Forester has the honor of being ... Continue reading
2009 Dodge Journey - Heels on Wheels Review
May 10, 2009
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE JOURNEY VEHICLE If youâre a Chrysler loyalist, the first thing you'll notice about the all-new Journey is how much more chiseled and roomier it is than its similar siblings, such as the Jeep Compass or Dodge Caliber. This 7-passen ... Continue reading
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