NHTSA RECALL: Michelin is recalling Michelin Pilot Alpin Tires
Jan 29, 2009
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 09T002 Synopsis: Michelin is recalling Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 ZP 225/50R17 94H tires manufactured between September 17, 2006 and June 14, 2008. These tires fail to conform to the labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Veh ... Continue reading
Bentley Biofuel Sneak Peek Coming This Afternoon - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jan 28, 2009
BOSTON, MA - January 28, 2009: Late Tuesday, Bentley Motors released preview information that they will be unveiling details regarding their all new biofuel supercar at 4PM EST today. The material will include a teaser video, promoting the vehicles full introduction at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show this March. Needless to ... Continue reading
Ford Appoints A New Ford at Ford
Jan 28, 2009
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 27, 2009 â Ford Motor Company today announced changes to its Global Marketing organization to create a more consistent and compelling connection with customers worldwide, while better leveraging the companyâs global assets and capabilities. Leading the effort will be Elena Ford, 42, who ... Continue reading
Better Place, DONG Energy Close 103M Euro Investment for Denmark Electric Car Network
Jan 27, 2009
electric vehicles, electric cars, EV-Motoring, Better Place, the worldâs leading mobility operator, today announced in conjunction with DONG Energy, that it has closed approximately â¬103 million Euro (770 million Danish Kroner) in equity and convertible debt for the initial deployment of their electric car ch ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2009 SUZUKI EQUATOR REVIEW
Jan 27, 2009
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE EQUATOR VEHICLE Taking cue from Honda's Ridgeline idea â to create a car that can carry more brand-specific product in the form of ATVs and dirt bikes â comes Suzuki's all-new smaller pickup, the Equator. Trucks offer functio ... Continue reading
GM's Vauxhall Offers The Most Low Emissions Models in Europe
Jan 26, 2009
The current financial situation means that fleet managers are scrutinising costs even more closely than usual, with concerns including high fuel prices and increasing environmental pressures. With this in mind, Vauxhall is offering fleet customers more choice than any other manufacturer to reduce their environmental im ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2009
CSM PREVIEWS AUTO BUSINESS FOR 2009 A Continuing Dismal Forecast; Story By Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau But First Snide's Remarks: In editing and publishing this article I happened to look at the CSM forecast for 2008...and guess what they were right on forecasting as their headline sa ... Continue reading
2009 Chrysler 300C SRT8 Review
Jan 25, 2009
The Auto PageBy John Heilig SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2009 Chrysler 300C SRT8 Engine: 6.1-liter SRT HEMI V8 Horsepower/Torque: 425 hp @ 6000 rpm/420 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic Wheelbase: 120.0 in. Length/Width/Height: 196.8 x 74.1 x 57.9 in. Tires: 245/45ZR20 Cargo volume: 15.6 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
The 10 Most Embarrassing Award Winners in Automotive History
Jan 25, 2009
Washington DC January 24, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that Car magazines don't want you to know, but they're not always right. Car and Driver is admitting as much by identifying some of the biggest goofs they, and other publications, have made when passing out vehicle awards. It's always a risk making judgments ... Continue reading
Last Weekend For The 2009 Detroit Auto Show -
Jan 23, 2009
TIME IS ALMOST UP -- LAST WEEKEND FOR NAIAS 2009 AT COBO CENTER! The window to the automotive world and the future awaits you at NAIAS 2009 at Cobo Center. This is the last weekend to see the best the world's automakers have to offer and what could be in your garage in the near future. Family Friendly Attractions at NA ... Continue reading
Kbb.com Reports Rise in New-Car Traffic, Leads
Jan 23, 2009
Automakers and Dealers Can Capture More Lead Information with Kbb.com's Integrated LeadDriver Product IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 23 -- Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new- and used-vehicle information, today reports an increase in new-car shopper activity on its top-rated Web site. After a period of co ... Continue reading
Jan 22, 2009
The 2e, Apteraâs two-seat, three-wheel vehicle, gets the equivalent of more than 200 mile- per-gallon VISTA, CA - January 22, 2009: The initial pre-production all-electric model from Southern California vehicle manufacturer Aptera Motors had rolled out the door of its Vista, Calif. production facility. Known as th ... Continue reading
CARZ FOR GIRLZ: Teen Car Traps - Watch Out!
Jan 22, 2009
By Ilyse Gordon & Friends The Auto Channel Louisville Bureau They're out to get us: Cops, parents, automakers, technology, car insurance agencies and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You really cannot blame them. Teen death rates due to automobile accidents aren't pretty, and facts are facts. For example, female ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2009 INFINITI G37 COUPE REVIEW
Jan 22, 2009
SEE ALSO: Infiniti Specs, Pics and Prices-Infiniti Buyers Guide HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE INFINITI G37 VEHICLE The G37 design straddles both luxury sedan and sporty coupe, so you'll look like a Hot Mama Jet-Setter but with tons of class. Name change replaces th ... Continue reading
2009 Lexus IS 350 Review and Specs
Jan 22, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Lexus IS 350 Lexus is unique among the world's luxury car manufacturers in that it has two distinct offerings in the entry-luxury class. Looking for American Traditional, with an emphasis on quiet and comfort? Lexus ES 350. Looking for something more European in concept, with ... Continue reading
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