Subaru Launches Custom Performance Cars at 2011 SEMA Show
Oct 28, 2011
Subaru of America, Inc. has teamed with its motorsports partners, tuners and enthusiasts to showcase the latest Subaru Genuine Parts and Subaru Performance Tuning Accessories at the 2011 SEMA show. Subaru will also display the record-setting WRX STI, which set an average speed record of 115.356 MPH around the historic ... Continue reading
Gevo Supplied Isobutanol-Gasoline Blend Runs Well in Small Engines
Oct 28, 2011
In side by side performance, durability and emissions testing of small engines, gasoline blended with isobutanol performed better than blends using ethanol. Gevo, Inc. , a renewable chemicals and advanced biofuels company, provided the isobutanol to the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) and Briggs & Stratton (B& ... Continue reading
Oct 28, 2011
Fuel economy jumps in importance as a reason to buy nearly every kind of vehicle, according to a nationwide study; Miami consumers rank fuel efficiency No. 1. Ford continues aggressive introduction of a wide range of vehicles with top fuel efficiency, giving customers the "power of choice" -- from gas-powered to electr ... Continue reading
Oct 28, 2011
Sirius XM Radio and Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. will automatically give a 3-year subscription to SiriusXM data services, featuring fuel prices, traffic data, weather forecasts, sports updates, and stock information to customers purchasing select Model Year 2012 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with Toyota's new multimedia ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Returns To Take On Rac Future Car Challenge
Oct 28, 2011
Three Volkswagen models are set to compete in the second RAC Future Car Challenge on Saturday 5 November, including the prototype electric Golf blue-e-motion which won the inaugural event last year. ... Continue reading
Audi A4 and Audi 80 - Audi Celebrates its Ten Millionth Midsize Car
Oct 28, 2011
The models in Audi's midsize class - the Audi A4 and its predecessor, the Audi 80 - constitute the heart of the brand. The company recently celebrated a true milestone in production. In early October, the ten millionth midsize Audi rolled off the assembly line: a Misano Red Audi S4 with a black and alabaster-white inte ... Continue reading
ANCAP Announces 5 Star Safety Rating for Australian Developed Ford Ranger
Oct 28, 2011
The Australian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) today announced it has awarded the all-new Ford Ranger a 5-star safety rating. ... Continue reading
186 Million Stop-Start Vehicles to be in Use by 2020, Forecasts Pike Research
Oct 27, 2011
While automotive stop-start technology is virtually unknown in North America today, the benefits it provides in terms of fuel economy and emission reductions make the shift toward such vehicles inevitable. Stop-start systems enable gasoline engines to turn off when vehicles are slowed down or stopped. Driven by efforts ... Continue reading
Oct 27, 2011
Farmers Insurance, one of Oklahoma's largest automobile insurers, wants to advise all residents in the state that a new law, which goes into effect on November 1, will have a significant effect on all drivers, especially those who drive without proper automobile insurance. ... Continue reading
Natural Gas Vehicles: Cheaper, Greener, Energy Independent Says NWGA Whitepaper
Oct 27, 2011
This week the Northwest Gas Association released “Natural Gas Vehicles: Today's Transportation Solution a whitepaper outlining the opportunities natural gas vehicles (NGVs) provide for energy efficient, clean, safe and reliable transportation. Full text available at www.nwga.org. ... Continue reading
Exxon Mobil Corporation Announces Estimated Third Quarter 2011 Results
Oct 27, 2011
Exxon Mobil Corporation The Corporation distributed over $7 billion to shareholders in the third quarter through dividends and share purchases to reduce shares outstanding. ... Continue reading
Oct 27, 2011
Auto insurance claimants who incur a total vehicle loss are notably less satisfied with the claims experience than are claimants who incur a repairable vehicle claim, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2011 U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study(SM) released today. ... Continue reading
The Dodge Brand Races to the 'Dodge Rock 'n' Roll Los Angeles 1/2 Marathon Benefiting the ASPCA'
Oct 27, 2011
All-new 2011 Dodge Durango and 2011 Dodge Charger are official pace vehicles Money donated to charities for vehicle test drives Californians Nick Roumonada and Scout Bassett from the Challenged Athletes Foundation sign autographs at the Dodge Course Preview Area The Dodge brand is going the distance as the title sponso ... Continue reading
Honda to Begin Sales of Refreshed Insight Hybrid Model in Japan
Oct 27, 2011
New Insight Exclusive with 1.5-liter engine joins lineup TOKYO, Japan, October 27, 2011 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. introduced the newly refreshed Insight hybrid model, a popular model known for its exceptional environmental performance and affordable price. In addition, the new Insight Exclusive model featuring a 1.5-lite ... Continue reading
Ford Explorer New Lane Keeping Technology Can Help Detect Drowsy Drivers, Suggest Coffee Breaks
Oct 27, 2011
Ford is introducing new lane keeping technologies, including a system that can help detect drowsy drivers, to help them stay alert and in their lane; system to launch in early 2012 on the Ford Explorer The technology's Driver Alert System monitors the vehicle's lane position and can notify a driver of signs of inattent ... Continue reading
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