News By Topic: Women And Cars

Electric Car Maker ZAP Cheers Electric Car Tax Credits in Stimulus Act

Feb 18, 2009

WASHINGTON, DC Feb 18, 2009; Marketwire reported that officials from ZAP say the Stimulus Act signed into law by President Barack Obama yesterday carries a provision in which buyers of its electric cars and trucks can receive a 10 percent tax credit up to $2,500. The plug-in tax credit in the Stimulus Act can be applie ... Continue reading

President Obama Signs Auto Tax Deductions into Law

Feb 18, 2009

Washington DC February 18, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that yesterday, President Barack Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The new law contains a provision designed to entice auto consumers back into vehicle showrooms. This provision applies to eligible purchases between F ... Continue reading

LIVE Internet Launch of the New MINI Convertible at 11AM EST - WATCH IT HERE

Feb 18, 2009

SAN DIEGO, CA - February 18, 2009: At 11AM, EST, MINI will present a live Internet video launch of the all-new 2009 MINI Convertible. You can watch the entire one-hour event right here on TheAutoChannel.com by clicking on the link below. ... Continue reading

LIVE Internet Launch of the New BMW 7 Series - COMPLETE VIDEO

Feb 17, 2009

SAN DIEGO, CA - February 17, 2009: At 11AM, EST, BMW will present a live Internet video launch of the all-new 2009 7 Series. You can watch the entire one-hour event right here on TheAutoChannel.com by clicking on the link below. And don't forget to join us again on Wednesday, February 18th at 11AM, EST, as BMW presents ... Continue reading

2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom - EXCLUSIVE WORLD DEBUT - First Look Video

Feb 17, 2009

SAN DIEGO, CA - February 17, 2009: Monday night Rolls-Royce allowed about two dozen automotive journalists to see the all-new 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom for the first time. The unveiling took place at the start of a three-day BMW/MINI Cooper/Rolls-Royce media launch in downtown San Diego. The vehicle shown, which will be ... Continue reading

Rinspeed 'iChange' Alters its Shape and Automotive Thinking - VIDEO ENHANCED

Feb 17, 2009

World debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2009 (March 5th-15th): The Swiss auto powerhouse Rinspeed presents the "iChange", the world's first car whose body adapts to the number of passengers on board. For Rinspeed boss Rinderknecht the vehicle is more than just a clever concept car. The "iChange" is a symbol for the fundam ... Continue reading

2009 Chicago Auto Show Highlights

Feb 16, 2009

CHICAGO AUTO SHOW HIGHLIGHTS By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau The big news at the 2009 Chicago Auto Show was the weather. We come here every year in February expecting bitterly cold temps with harsh wind chills. We were pleasantly surprised this year by mild - even warm by February standards – temp ... Continue reading

2009 Geneva: Fiat 500C to Make International Public Debut

Feb 16, 2009

A worldwide preview of the new Fiat 500C will be taking place at the Geneva Motor Show in early March, before its launch throughout Europe in the spring. This original cabriolet pays homage to the open-top 1957 model, whilst offering leading-edge solutions for mechanical installations, powerplants and interior comfort. ... Continue reading

2009 Geneva Motor Show: Skoda Auto to Present New Yeti Model

Feb 16, 2009

The Skoda Auto will present the upcoming Yeti model at this year's International Motor Show in Geneva. The new model is based on the previously introduced design study of the same name. This trendy car is destined both for urban driving and leisure time and comes with state-of-the-art technologies that ensure not only ... Continue reading

2009 Geneva Motor Show: ABT to Showcase Three Stars and One World Premier

Feb 16, 2009

In the car industry, spring traditionally starts with the Geneva Motor Show. The first new innovations are put on show in the second-largest city in Switzerland. The AS5-R from ABT Sportsline is a particularly exciting innovation. The cool and extravagant Coupe will show its best side in hall 5, as the designers from A ... Continue reading

Sonim and Land Rover to Preview the Land Rover S1 at GSMA Mobile World Congress 2009

Feb 15, 2009

LONDON, February 15 -- - Association With Leading all Terrain Vehicle Brand, Reinforces Sonim's Status as Rising Mobile Handset Manufacturer for Rugged Users Sonim Technologies today announced that it would offer an exclusive preview of the Land Rover S1 rugged mobile handset, to media attending the Mobile World Congre ... Continue reading

Suzuki Goes Truckin' with Hill/Street Hues - COMPLETE VIDEO

Feb 15, 2009

Suzuki debuts three eye-catching, fully accessorized Equator pickup trucks. 4-Wheel & Off-Road, Off-Road and Truckin' magazines communicate vibrant brand identity. CHICAGO - February 11, 2009 – One year after introducing its all-new Equator at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show, American Suzuki Motor Corp. returns to the ... Continue reading

2009 Chicago Auto Show: Mazda MX-5 Celebrates 20th Birthday - COMPLETE VIDEO

Feb 15, 2009

HIROSHIMA - February 12, 2009: The Mazda MX-5 (known as the Mazda Roadster in Japan) was first revealed to the world at the Chicago Auto Show in February 1989. To help celebrate the 20th anniversary of this storied roadster, Mazda has announced that the freshened third generation MX-5 is making its North American debut ... Continue reading

CARZ 4 GIRLZ : DOWNSIZING INTO AN ECONOMY CAR

Feb 14, 2009

By Ilyse Gordon & Friends Small is the new big thing. Economy cars are affordable, they don't guzzle gas, and they come in a variety of retro sizes and colors. Some even have three-row seating and free navigation systems! Manufactures are giving away a lot to make sure these small voices get driven. While it is true yo ... Continue reading

Press Pass Coverage of the 2009 Chicago Auto Show: "As If You Were Here"

Feb 14, 2009

TheAutoChannel.com is proud to present exclusive PRESS PASS COVERAGE of the 2009 Chicago Auto Show, which begins next week. Media Preview Days are February 11th and 12th, with the public days beginning Friday, February 13th. The Chicago Auto Show is one of North America's most important new vehicle expositions. Watchin ... Continue reading