Hertz Redefines the Journey With Additions to Prestige and Adrenaline Collections
Dec 15, 2011
The Hertz Corporation , the world's largest general use airport car rental brand, introduces new vehicles to the Prestige and Adrenaline Collections, includingthe Cadillac CTS, Camaro SS Convertible and Corvette Convertible. "Hertz is expanding its Car Collection vehicles based on strong demand by consumers for an even ... Continue reading
Stephen Cannon Named President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz USA
Dec 15, 2011
The Daimler Board of Management has appointed Stephen Cannon (50) as the new president and CEO for Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) effective January 1, 2012. He replaces Ernst Lieb who left the company in October. The announcement was made by Dr. ... Continue reading
All-new 2012 Subaru Impreza Awarded IIHS 2012 TOP SAFETY PICK
Dec 15, 2011
Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that for the third consecutive year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has recognized it as the only manufacturer with a 2012 TOP SAFETY PICK winner for all models. The all-new 36 mpg 2012 Impreza, the most fuel-efficient all-wheel drive vehicle in America, was aw ... Continue reading
Dec 15, 2011
Lincoln and Team Detroit at WPP today jointly announced the creation of a new luxury-oriented boutique agency dedicated to Lincoln's brand reinvention and creative marketing communications strategy. The WPP-owned agency, based in New York City, will open its doors on Jan. 1 and be headed by luxury automotive veteran, C ... Continue reading
Keller Bros. Auto Named Top Ten Repair Shop in the Nation
Dec 15, 2011
Keller Bros. Auto, a full service repair shop in Littleton, has been named a Top Ten Repair Shop in the Nation according to Motor Age Magazine, a national publication. This is the second time since 2009 that Keller Bros. ... Continue reading
Brian Benstock of Paragon Honda Supports American Honda's Warning Against TrueCar.com
Dec 15, 2011
In a recent article, Automotive News covered American Honda's warning to its dealers about offering vehicles below invoice price on Internet shopping sites, such as TrueCar.com, which collects $299 for each new vehicle and $399 for each pre-owned vehicle sold by dealers from a TrueCar lead. Brian Benstock, Vice Preside ... Continue reading
Macronix Serial Flash and Freescale's Qorivva Microcontroller for Automotive Dashboard Display
Dec 15, 2011
Macronix International Co., Ltd. , the world leader in Serial NOR Flash memory, today announced a collaboration with Freescale Semiconductor and its Qorivva MPC5645S MCU, which provides a cost-effective and powerful platform for high-resolution color graphics and analog functions for the automotive dashboard displays m ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Used Car Market in India
Dec 15, 2011
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Used Car Market in India" report to their offering. India represents one of the world's largest car markets. Easy availability of finance, and rising income levels are encouraging the launch of new car models which have been leading to a stupendous growth of the i ... Continue reading
NAIAS Press Conference Schedule Promises Worldwide Industry Impact
Dec 15, 2011
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) today released the coveted press conference schedule for the 2012 show, which opens to journalists on Press Preview days, Jan. 9-10. Some 35 press conferences will be presented over two days by official NAIAS exhibitors, manufacturers and Tier One automotive suppliers ... Continue reading
Acura Earns Three IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK Ratings
Dec 15, 2011
Best selling Acura TSX, TL and MDX receive IIHS accolades ... Continue reading
DMEautomotive Helps Dealers Provide Customers With 'Best Chance' to Buy a New Vehicle
Dec 15, 2011
DMEautomotive (DMEa), the industry leader in science-based, results-driven automotive marketing, today announced the launch of Best Chance Equity Communications from DMEautomotive, a new program that strategically targets and markets to customers who are in-equity with their current vehicle. Integrated into DMEa's popu ... Continue reading
Kohl's Department Stores Piloting Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at 33 Stores
Dec 15, 2011
Kohl's Department Stores today announced that the company will pilot electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at 33 Kohl's stores nationwide. Each participating Kohl's store will have one to four parking spaces reserved for EV drivers to charge at no cost while they shop. Charging stations can be activated by EV drivers ... Continue reading
Audi's 3.0 L TFSI® Engine Wins 'Ward's 10 Best Engine' Award
Dec 15, 2011
Audi today announced that the Audi 3.0 L TFSI® supercharged V-6 engine has secured a position on Ward's 10 Best Engine list for 2012. Now in its 18th year, Ward's 10 Best Engines recognizes the latest powertrain technologies that are affordable to most consumers, boost horsepower and torque, sound appealing and integr ... Continue reading
Dec 15, 2011
For the fifth year in a row, a vehicle in Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.'s, (MMNA) model lineup is one of the select vehicles to be named by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as a "Top Safety Pick." The stylish and versatile Mitsubishi Lancer compact sport sedan (except Ralliart and Evolution) jo ... Continue reading
2012 Mazda3 Named "Top Safety Pick" By Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Dec 15, 2011
The 2012 Mazda3 was today recognized as a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). Refreshed for 2012, both sedan and hatchback models received the organization's highest possible crash safety rating of "good" in all four tests conducted. "Mazda3 is an important vehicle for Mazda on so man ... Continue reading
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