Unitrin Direct Introduces New Discount to Reward Safe Driving
Aug 16, 2007
VISTA, Calif., Aug. 15 -- To reinforce its emphasis on safe driving, Unitrin Direct Auto Insurance is now offering a 6% discount in Georgia off major coverages for customers who sign a pledge to stay focused on the road when they're behind the wheel. "Educating people on how to drive safely goes hand in hand with provi ... Continue reading
Chrysler Celebrates National Relaxation Day and Stresses the Importance of Taking Daily Mini-Breaks
Aug 16, 2007
-- Teaming up with renowned stress expert, Dr. Erin Olivo, on August 15, National Relaxation Day, Chrysler offers simple tips to help 'on the go' consumers relax and de-stress -- Vehicles, such as the 2008 Town & Country, offer comforting features that can help bustling consumers take a breather and feel right at home ... Continue reading
The New Chrysler Names Deborah Wahl Meyer to Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Aug 15, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 15 -- The New Chrysler today announced the appointment of Deborah Wahl Meyer to the position of Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, effective August 28. Meyer, 44, will be responsible for the marketing and advertising initiatives for the Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep(R) brands globally. In ... Continue reading
Volkswagen to Unveil Eight Vehicles at 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show
Aug 15, 2007
FRANKFURT - August 15, 2007: Volkswagen will present its widest product range of all time at the International Automobile Exhibition (IAA) in Frankfurt (13th to 23rdrd September). Europe's no. 1 will be presenting over fifty models on view in Hall 3.0 â eight of them world premieres. One of the highlights: the Tig ... Continue reading
Happy 50th Birthday To A Spanish Legend: The SEAT 600
Aug 15, 2007
BARCELONA - August 15, 2007: SEAT is popping open the cava for the 50th birthday of a car that almost single-handedly put Spain on wheels: the legendary SEAT 600. To Spain, the SEAT 600 is a car of enormous social and cultural importance. Selling almost 800,000 units over the course of its 16-year lifetime, the 600 and ... Continue reading
Toyota's 'Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience' Puts You Behind the Wheel
Aug 15, 2007
Hybrid and Interactive Exhibits at the Missouri State Fair Gives Attendees Hands-On Hybrid Experience WHAT: Toyota is bringing a nationwide tour called "Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience" to the Missouri State Fair on August 17-19, 2007. The hands-on "Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience" is de ... Continue reading
Road Construction Can Be Tough on Your Vehicles
Aug 14, 2007
BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Summer is the main season for road construction, which means there's a good chance you'll hit a bump or two, or come across loose stones and other hazards associated with construction zones. These road conditions can be tough on a vehicle's steering and suspension syste ... Continue reading
IntelliChoice.com Best Deals for August Show Continuing Duel between Toyota and GM
Aug 14, 2007
CAMPBELL, Calif.--PRIMEDIAâs IntelliChoice.com (www.intellichoice.com), the leading source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, today announced its âBest Deals of the Monthâ for cars, trucks and SUVs for August 2007, with the Chevrolet Silverado sweeping all of the full-size truck segments a ... Continue reading
Lexus Tops University of Michigan CSI Survey
Aug 14, 2007
Washington DC August 15, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that the consumer satisfaction rate for vehicles rose 1 point this year to a score of 82 out of 100, a record in the 12-year history of the University of Michigan's American Customer Satisfaction Index, reports AP. Lexus ranked atop the list with a score of 8 ... Continue reading
2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab Short Box Review
Aug 14, 2007
One Week With GMâs 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD Crew Cab. No attempt at completeness, simply comments on one weekâs driving experienceâbalanced against decades of experience and hundreds of comparisons. Despite a promise I made to myself, I couldnât haul more than single sheets of plywood and only a ... Continue reading
Limited Edition Cayman S to Launch As Porsche Design Edition 1
Aug 14, 2007
STUTTGART - August 14, 2007: Porsche is to expand its mid-engine coupe model range with the launch, in November 2007, of the Cayman S âPorsche Design Edition 1â, a limited-edition special series. Porsche has incorporated various design disciplines into this very special mid-engine coupe: the black exterior em ... Continue reading
Aug 14, 2007
IRVINE, Calif.--PRIMEDIA Automotive Digital, PRIMEDIAâs portfolio of more than 60 leading automotive Web sites, today announced the introduction of âReadersâ Rides,â a free social networking feature available on the websites of some of the most popular auto and motorcycle enthusiast magazines, inclu ... Continue reading
Chrysler to Kick Off Dream Cruise with New Vehicle Reveal on Woodward Avenue
Aug 13, 2007
ROYAL OAK, Mich., Aug. 13 -- What: Chrysler will kick off the annual Woodward Dream Cruise in style by revealing a new limited-production vehicle. Who: Participating executives include: Larry Lyons, Vice President-Front-wheel-drive Product Team David Rooney, Director-Chrysler Brand Marketing When: 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, A ... Continue reading
Summer Heat Can Leave Motorists Stranded
Aug 13, 2007
Test and Replace Car Batteries Before They Fail MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 13 -- As summer temperatures sizzle overhead, the heat could be cooking up trouble under the hood of your car. Corrosion caused by heat is the leading cause of battery failure, and automotive repair shops and retail outlets often report a spike in bat ... Continue reading
Virginia Tech team qualifies as DARPA Urban Challenge semi-finalist
Aug 13, 2007
CONTACT: Liz Crumbley (540)231-9772 lcrumb@vt.edu Virginia Tech team qualifies as DARPA Urban Challenge semi-finalist BLACKSBURG, Va., August 13, 2007--"VictorTango," a team of Virginia Tech engineering and geography students, will travel to Victorville, Calif., for the national qualifying rounds of the Urban Challenge ... Continue reading
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