News By Topic: Women And Cars

Toyota Announces Prices for All-New 2008 Highlander

Jun 20, 2007

TORRANCE, Calif., June 20 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new Highlander mid-size sport utility vehicle (SUV). The 2008 Highlander is significantly larger, roomier and more powerful than the vehicle it replaces. Yet its fuel efficiency ... Continue reading

2007 Mitsubishi Galant Ralliart Review

Jun 19, 2007

As I approached my latest test car; a 2007 Mitsubishi Galant Ralliart, I started humming the Frankie Avalon 1959 song hit “Bobby Sox to Stockings”…which some of you original Rock and Rollers might remember (although it’s getting harder and harder for this vintage R and R pioneer to remember stuff) i ... Continue reading

PennDOT Offers Motorists Tips to Remain Safe During Summer Travel Season

Jun 19, 2007

HARRISBURG, Pa., June 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With the arrival of hot weather, PennDOT today reminded motorists to ensure their vehicle is well- maintained and working properly to ensure safe travel during the summer months. "Vehicle breakdowns are never convenient, but they can be especially problematic during h ... Continue reading

Volkswagen to Offer SIRIUS Satellite Radio as Standard Equipment on Key Models

Jun 19, 2007

Volkswagen of America, Inc. to offer SIRIUS as standard equipment on the 2008 MY Touareg2, New Beetle, New Beetle Convertible, GTI, and GLI NEW YORK and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 19 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that Volkswagen of America, Inc. will offer SIRIUS as standard equipment in all Touareg2, New Be ... Continue reading

Much Needed "Unwanted Scrap Tire" Business Rolls into Livonia, Michigan

Jun 19, 2007

Bringing Jobs and an Environmental Solution LIVONIA, Mich., June 18 -- Encore Tire Recovery will roll into Michigan on Thursday, June 21, 2007 with a convoy of "T2" tire collection vehicles parading along the highways in Southwest Michigan en route to the corporate headquarters located at 12822 Stark Road in Livonia. T ... Continue reading

Cadillac to Headline Sundance Channel's New Music Series 'Live From Abbey Road' as Presenting Sponsor

Jun 19, 2007

Cadillac Selects 12-Part Music Series Filmed at London's Famed Abbey Road Studios, To Extend Brand Campaign Series Begins June 21st 2007 at 10:00 pm e/p NEW YORK, June 18 -- Cadillac has signed on as the Presenting Sponsor for Sundance Channel's upcoming original series, "Live From Abbey Road." The announcement was mad ... Continue reading

Google Launches RechargeIT Plug-In Hybrid Car Initiative and Unveils Solar Installation

Jun 19, 2007

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--Google.org, the philanthropic arm of Google Inc. , today announced the RechargeIT initiative (www.google.org/recharge/) that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and oil dependence by accelerating the adoption of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles ("plug-ins"). As part of this initiative, Google ... Continue reading

IntelliChoice.com Announces ``Best Deals'' for June

Jun 19, 2007

CAMPBELL, Calif.--PRIMEDIA’s IntelliChoice.com (www.intellichoice.com), the leading source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, today announced its “Best Deals of the Month” for cars, trucks and SUVs for June 2007. The list shows that perennial winners, including Toyota and Honda in sedans, ... Continue reading

Cars.com and DriversEd.com Announce Top 10 Driving Mistakes Teenagers Make

Jun 19, 2007

Site Offers Advice on Best New Cars for Teens CHICAGO, June 18 -- Cars.com (http://www.cars.com/), in conjunction with DriversEd.com, America's leading drivers education resource and solution, have identified the 10 most common mistakes teen drivers make, and identified their choices for the best new cars for teenage d ... Continue reading

'Keep It Cool' Summer Driving Guide from 1-800 Radiator

Jun 19, 2007

SAN FRANCISCO, June 19 -- As driving season shifts into high gear 1-800 Radiator, the nation's largest automotive parts distributor has released "keep it cool" tips for motorists taking the scenic route or traveling for business this summer. "Experienced drivers know that summer heat can increase the risk of a breakdow ... Continue reading

Airbiquity Technology Helps eCall Pass Key Assessment On Road to European Adoption

Jun 18, 2007

BERLIN--Airbiquity Inc., a company that develops wireless in-band modem software solutions for automobile manufacturers and suppliers, today announced its involvement in the successful pan-European eCall Feasibility Trial. The trial was conducted by ADAC, Europe’s largest automobile club with over 16 million membe ... Continue reading

Nissan and Habitat for Humanity Join Forces in National Partnership

Jun 18, 2007

NASHVILLE, TN - June 18, 2007: Habitat for Humanity and Nissan North America Inc.(NNA) announced a one-year, $1 million partnership that includes house sponsorships, the donation of 10 Nissan Titan trucks and the support of current Habitat projects. Through this partnership, Nissan will sponsor and build a total of 10 ... Continue reading

Climate of Change - Powered by Toyota Prius

Jun 17, 2007

June 17, 2007: Toyota's hybrid technology combined with a carbon-offsetting programme is set to make Climatecars, London’s new eco-friendly taxi service, one of the greenest around. As its name indicates, Climatecars is taking a no-compromise stance on the environment. The company's operations are totally Carbon N ... Continue reading

2007 Toyota Sienna XLE AWD Review

Jun 16, 2007

A Real Family Car in a Real Family Place – The Smoky Mountains By Steve Purdy TheAutoChallel.com Detroit Bureau [1151] [1118] This week’s road trip is to the Great Smoky Mountains, an easy 9-hour drive from our Southern Michigan home. We’ll be staying at Sunterra’s Bent Creek Resort, along Highway 3 ... Continue reading

2007 BMW 3 Series Coupe Convertible Review

Jun 16, 2007

BMW 3 SERIES CONVERTIBLE COUPE AT THE BMW-PGA CHARITY PRO-AM South Carolina is for Convertibles and Golf From a Shunpiker’s Journal By Steve Purdy and Joe Chagnon TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau [1008] Western North Carolina is a beautiful part of the country, nestled along the lower reaches of the Appalachians ... Continue reading