Ford Recalls Flex-fuel Cars Made in Brazil
Aug 9, 2006
SAO PAULO, Brazil, Aug 9, 2006; Reuters reported that Ford on Wednesday recalled 102,000 vehicles made in Brazil, saying the auxiliary gas tanks that help their popular flex-fuel cars start in cold weather were prone to cracking and leaking. Ford, which is battling shrinking U.S. market share and rising costs, has poin ... Continue reading
Go-ahead for the Scientific Award 2007
Aug 9, 2006
MUNICH, Germany, August 9 -- - The BMW Group Offers Support Worth EUR 70,000 to Talented Young Researchers From all Disciplines Worldwide The BMW Group is inviting young academics from all over the world to submit their entries for the prize for up-and-coming scientists - the Scientific Award 2007. The motto of the awa ... Continue reading
Aug 9, 2006
Technology prevents fires by pyrotechnically disconnecting vehicle batteries from unfused cables in case a short-circuit results from a collision TROY, Mich., Aug. 9 -- Delphi Corporation's Battery Disconnect Safety Device (BDSD) is now available with a safe engine restart option that allows drivers to restart their ve ... Continue reading
Lexus Offers Behind-the-Scenes Look at Valet Parking
Aug 9, 2006
Lexus Offers Behind-the-Scenes Look at Valet Parking, Reveals Results of National Survey TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 9 -- It's no longer just for red carpets and country clubs. As greater convenience becomes a factor in our increasingly active lives, valet parking is now on hand at health clubs, hair salons, sporting events ... Continue reading
Adam Carolla's 'Xtreme' Ride to Help Make 'Wishes Come True' for Deserving Children
Aug 9, 2006
One Lucky Bidder Will Receive the Keys to Adam Carolla's 'Xtreme Ride,' With 100% of Proceeds Benefiting Make-A-Wish Foundation(R) Local Chapters VAN NUYS, Calif., Aug 9 -- Al & Ed's Autosound, Southern California's largest mobile electronics specialist, is teaming-up with Santa Monica Subaru and 97.1 FREE-FM's Adam Ca ... Continue reading
Aug 9, 2006
Dear Sirs, I thought you might be interested in the latest consumer tips from AWARE (Americans Well-informed on Automobile Retailing Economics) in the news release below. Sincerely, Amy Thompson AWARE Representative (202) 285-2997 ======================================================================= ======== For Imme ... Continue reading
Aug 9, 2006
NEW YORK--Aug. 8, 2006--The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), the world's largest charitable funder of type 1 diabetes research, announced an exciting new fundraising initiative with Ford Motor Company and Hot Rods & Horsepower, LLC, manufacturer of the Dearborn Deuce(R). For 2007, Hot Rods & Horsepower is ... Continue reading
Two Millionth Passenger Vehicle Sold on eBay Motors
Aug 8, 2006
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Aug. 8, 2006--eBay Motors today announced that its two millionth passenger vehicle has been sold in the U.S. The milestone vehicle is a blue 2005 Jeep Liberty purchased by first-time eBay Motors buyer Kelly Joyce of Charleston, S.C., from Century Motors of Pompano Beach, Fla. "Only six years ago, the ... Continue reading
Aug 8, 2006
DETROIT, Aug. 8 -- The purchase of an average- priced, new vehicle took 25.1 weeks of median family income in the second quarter, according to the Auto Affordability Index compiled by Detroit-based Comerica Bank. That is the second consecutive decline in our quarterly index, which is down 1.3 weeks from the fourth quar ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel Hosts Internet Open House
Aug 8, 2006
AUTO CENTRAL - August 8, 2006: Executives with a professional interest in the automotive industry, and even non-executives with a consumer interest in the automotive industry, can electronically view one of the premier sources for late-breaking automotive-related news, information, and entertainment. The Auto Channel i ... Continue reading
New Data Reveal Surprising Facts About How Likely Indianapolis Drivers Are to Get Into Accidents
Aug 8, 2006
INDIANAPOLIS--Aug. 8, 2006-- Progressive Indianapolis Service Center Releases Local Accident Data; Offers Drivers a Way to Avoid Hassle and Save Time Getting Cars Fixed After Crashes If you thought you'd be less likely to crash your car if you lived in a smaller-sized Indiana town as opposed to Indianapolis - the large ... Continue reading
AIADA July 2006 US Sales: International Brands Help Down Month: Toyota, Honda Take No. 2 and 3 Spots
Aug 8, 2006
By AIADA StaffEven as total U.S. auto sales dropped 17 percent for the month, international nameplate autos continued their charge in July, rising as a group 1.7 percent over the same period last year.An historic feat, Toyota, up 11.7 percent for the month, emerged in July as the No. 2 best-selling automaker in the U.S ... Continue reading
Vehicle Depreciation Top Ten Lists Published at Edmunds.com
Aug 8, 2006
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Aug. 8, 2006--New "top ten" lists from Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, help consumers understand which vehicles hold their values well and which do not. "Vehicles with higher expected residual values have lower monthly lease payments and higher resale values," ... Continue reading
Beat the Heat and Get the Most From Your Car's Air Conditioner This Summer
Aug 8, 2006
ATLANTA--Aug. 8, 2006--The summer heat is baking much of the country, which means that troublesome vehicle air conditioners cannot be too far behind. During a period of time when your vehicle's air conditioner is working overtime to keep your family cool during the high temperatures and humidity, it is important to und ... Continue reading
Co-operative Financial Services: Top Ten Tips for Greener Driving
Aug 8, 2006
MANCHESTER, England, August 8 -- Climate change and environmental issues are high on the Government agenda hence motorists driving polluting 'gas guzzlers' are facing the threat of further increases in car tax in the not too distant future. With this in mind, leading ethical financial services provider Co-operative Ins ... Continue reading
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