State Highway Safety Group Broadens Drugged Driving Policy as National Summit Convenes
Oct 13, 2011
The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) announced today that it has strengthened its drugged driving policy during its recent Annual Meeting, held September 25-28 in Cincinnati. The new policy supports elevating drugged driving to a national priority and calls upon states to undertake several strategies to addr ... Continue reading
Oct 12, 2011
Ford offers crisp, fresh harvest of colors The Ford harvest of vehicle colors reflects crisp, rich shades like Ginger Ale and Frosted Glass, offering a fresh selection of earthy neutrals. And that's important because color matters -- research shows up to 40 percent of car buyers say they would walk out of a dealership ... Continue reading
1 Millionth Chrysler Group Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Sold By Illinois Dealer
Oct 12, 2011
A 21-year-old kennel manager from the greater Chicago area is the 1-Millionth customer to purchase a Chrysler Group LLC Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle (CPOV). Jessica Taskay purchased a Certified Pre-Owned 2010 Jeep® Patriot Sport in September from Bettenhausen Motors Sales Inc. in Tinley Park, Ill. Taskay returned to ... Continue reading
Government-Funded Project Aims to Improve US Fuel Efficiency Standards
Oct 12, 2011
Researchers at the University of California, Riverside (UC Riverside), along with partners from several public and private organizations, have received a $1.2 million grant from the Department of Energy (DOE) to research ways to increase fuel efficiency standards. Specifically, the study will evaluate technologies that ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2011 TOYOTA AVALON REVIEW
Oct 12, 2011
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE AVALON VEHICLE The Avalon is Toyotaâs full-size sedan that features classier touches and more room to distinguish this five passenger experience from the popular Camryâs. Sit in the Avalonâs comfortable seats, take in th ... Continue reading
Acxiom's New Study 'Revs Up' Marketing Practices for Auto Insurance Carriers
Oct 12, 2011
Words like save money and low cost" have long held the attention of auto insurance buyers, but a new study by Acxiom Corporation , a recognized leader in marketing services and technology, reveals that, in order to drive conversion, insurance carriers need to substantially transform marketing practices. The study s ... Continue reading
Volvo Group Takes Next Step in Driverless Future - First Practical Demonstration +VIDEO
Oct 12, 2011
STOCKHOLM - October 10, 2011: The history of autonomous vehicles dates back to 1970s Japan, and various projects are currently underway at universities, research institutes and high-tech companies around the world. Hundreds of thousands of driverless kilometres have been clocked up, and proponents of the technology bel ... Continue reading
EV-Motoring - Chevrolet to Produce Spark EV All-Electric Vehicle
Oct 12, 2011
Mini-car joins growing portfolio of electrified vehicles DETROIT October 12, 2011; Chevrolet today announced it will produce an all-electric version of the Chevrolet Spark mini-car â the Spark EV. It will be sold in limited quantities in select U.S. and global markets starting in 2013, including California. â ... Continue reading
Pandora Announces Cadillac As Newest Automotive Partner
Oct 12, 2011
Pandora , the leading personalized radio service, announced today that Cadillac is the latest one of the company's twelve automotive partners. Cadillac announced the launch of its new CUE (Cadillac User Experience) system, featuring Pandora, at the CTIA Wireless Association's Enterprise and Applications conference in S ... Continue reading
Oct 12, 2011
STMicroelectronics , a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, and a leader in both automotive ICs and energy savings has perfected one of the world's first automotive ICs supporting advanced networking technology to unlock valuable improvements in fuel efficiency ... Continue reading
Oct 12, 2011
A new brake shim adhesive that withstands the high heat and pressure challenges associated with electronic parking brakes (EPB) while providing excellent damping characteristics has been introduced by Avery Dennison Performance Tapes. The new adhesive is the automotive industry's first brake shim pressure-sensitive adh ... Continue reading
Oct 12, 2011
Almost one in three luxury car owners have a more negative attitude toward purchasing another luxury vehicle in the future, this according to a recent survey conducted by TNS, a global leader in market information. With the unknown future of the European debt crisis, continued economic concerns throughout the U.S. and ... Continue reading
Toyota Provides Environmental Learning Experience in Costa Rica for 26 U.S. Educators
Oct 12, 2011
Twenty-six U.S. teachers have been selected to travel to Costa Rica through the Toyota International Teacher Program . Taking place November 19 -- December 3, 2011, the program will provide educators with unique learning experiences to help them encourage and inspire their own students to become more involved in enviro ... Continue reading
Coulomb Technologies Comments on the Passing of California's AB 631
Oct 12, 2011
Coulomb Technologies today applauded the passage of California's AB 631 legislation, signed by Governor Jerry Brown. The bill is sponsored by Assemblywoman Fiona Ma (D-San Francisco and San Mateo Counties) and places into law a decision by the California Public Utilities Commission not to regulate electric vehicle (EV) ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Reduced Pricing for Purchase of Nissan LEAF Home Charging System
Oct 12, 2011
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) announced a reduction in the price of the home charging system for the Nissan LEAF to make it more accessible to drivers. The home charging system, developed by AeroVironment and available with the purchase of a LEAF at Nissan dealers, includes both hardware and installation services at ... Continue reading
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