Into the Fast Lane: Vienna Learns to Drive
Oct 18, 2006
VIENNA, Austria, October 18 -- - at the Vienna Technical Museum Until 28th February 2007 The exhibition "Into The Fast Lane" studies the spell which the car has cast on the city: its many benefits as well as the many conflicts. By looking back at a century of traffic through the rear-view mirror of history, the exhibit ... Continue reading
Deer-Vehicle Collisions on the Rise
Oct 18, 2006
State Farm(R) Reports 6 Percent Increase in Claims BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Oct. 17 -- Cars colliding with deer on America's roads continues to be a dangerous and costly problem. An estimated 10,000 more collisions occurred this year. To make matters worse for drivers, collision repair costs are also on the rise. (Photos: ht ... Continue reading
2007 Dodge Durango Limited 4X4 Review
Oct 16, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Dodge Durango Limited 4X4 Engine: 5.7-liter HEMI V8 Horsepower/Torque: 335 hp @ 5200 rpm/370 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic Wheelbase: 119.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 200.8 x 76.0 x 74.3 in. Tires: P265/60R18 OWL on-off-road Cargo volume: 102.4 c ... Continue reading
Oct 16, 2006
Research Triangle Park, NC and Port Orange, Florida -- Technology Research Laboratories (TRL) is announcing a new long-life battery technology that can make hybrid electric vehicle traveling a reality. The batteryâs unique properties of low cost, long life and safety are all characteristics that are a necessity of ... Continue reading
Mercedes Launches S600 Guard Special-Protection Model
Oct 16, 2006
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 16th, 2006 At 9:30 AM CST To the elite few of you looking for protection that only a well- armored vehicle can provide, Mercedes today has released details of their new S600 Guard, a model designed to meet even the most stringent standards of personal safety. Boasting a Euro s ... Continue reading
Melanie Troxel wins Sportswoman of the Year award
Oct 16, 2006
FOR RELEASE MONDAY, OCT. 16 Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 914-4761 Photos: Available at http://media.nhra.com NHRA'S MELANIE TROXEL CAPS BIG YEAR WITH SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD HONOR BESTOWED UPON HER BY BILLIE JEAN KING'S WOMEN'S SPORTS FOUNDATION NEW YORK (Oct. 16, 2006) - NHRA POWERade Series driver Melani ... Continue reading
Oct 16, 2006
* Free, two-day driving event lets consumers see how 2007 Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge vehicles handle real world challenges on three specially designed test tracks * Thrill rides available in high performance SRT models, including Dodge Viper SRT10 * One lucky event attendee could win a new Chrysler Crossfire Coupe WHA ... Continue reading
Oct 14, 2006
Consumers Should Look for New Clean Diesel Label WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Starting tomorrow on Sunday, October 15, operators of more than eight million diesel-powered trucks and buses plying America's streets and highways will be able to fill up with a new, ultra-low sulfur fuel that is 97 percent cleaner than the old fo ... Continue reading
Forget Chains...AutoSock Rolls Out at SEMA
Oct 13, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUTOSOCK ROLLS OUT AT SEMA Innovative traction device used successfully across Europe rolls into U.S. market at SEMA. (OSLO, Norway) - October 10, 2006 - The makers of AutoSock(r), a unique, traction-improving fabric cover that slips over automobile and truck tires, announced today it will launch ... Continue reading
AAA and Tire Industry Demonstrate How Improper Tire Care Can Affect Motorist's Safety
Oct 13, 2006
--Falling temperatures, wet or snowy weather conditions all affect how your vehicle grips the road. If tires are under inflated or bald, you may not be as connected to the road as you think. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics show that about one in every three cars has a significantly ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Rates R- and GL-Class Best Luxury Sport Utility Vehicles
Oct 13, 2006
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 13th, 2006 At 7:55 AM CST Before I begin this morning, let me preface this story by saying I could care less what Consumer Reports has to say about anything - vacuums, microwaves, washers, refrigerators, cars, it doesn't matter - the publication never has and never will have e ... Continue reading
This New Car: How Carbon-Literate Are You? -- Sunday, 10 p.m. (EST) on WICN/90.5 FM & WICN.org
Oct 13, 2006
*This New Car* *Exploring Transportation Alternatives * <http://www.wicn.org/programs/thisnewcar/schedule.htm> ** <http://www.wicn.org/programs/thisnewcar/schedule.htm> * **October 15 - How Carbon-Literate Are You?* * Worcester, MA --* On Sunday, October 15 at 9:30 p.m. (Eastern), WICN/90.5 FM, the NPR affiliate servin ... Continue reading
Meet Automotive Artist Robert Seabeck at the Automotive Hall of Fame
Oct 13, 2006
- Who: Renowned artist Robert Seabeck - Where: The Automotive Hall of Fame 21400 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, Michigan - When: Thursday, Oct. 19, 2006, 6 - 8 p.m. - Admission: Free DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 13 -- Having attained worldwide recognition as a wildlife and landscape artist, Robert Seabeck has turned his creative ta ... Continue reading
Ohio DPS & 21st Century Insurance Sponsor Child Safety Seat Fair
Oct 13, 2006
DAYTON, Ohio--As part of a statewide partnership designed to reduce the leading cause of death among children, the Governorâs Highway Safety Office, Ohio Department of Public Safety and 21st Century Insurance will bring their consumer safety program and the companyâs spokesperson Erik Estrada to Dayton this w ... Continue reading
Angelo, Gordon & Co. Acquires Citi Roadside Assistance Business
Oct 12, 2006
NEW YORK, Oct. 12 -- Angelo, Gordon & Co. ("Angelo Gordon") announced today that the firm has acquired a business unit from Citi Cards, a member of Citigroup, consisting of United States Auto Club, Motoring Division, Inc. and Associates Auto Club Services, Inc. The holding company is named Drive America Holdings, Inc. ... Continue reading
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