Schwarzenegger Administration Officials Promote Clean Air in San Joaquin Valley
Jan 20, 2006
SACRAMENTO, Calif.--Jan. 19, 2006--Reinforcing Governor Schwarzenegger's message to Help California Breathe Easier, administration officials today promoted clean air at a conference in Bakersfield. California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary A.G. Kawamura and Department of Consumer Affairs Director Charlene ... Continue reading
AAA's Monthly Fuel Report Shows Gas Prices Are Up in the New Year
Jan 20, 2006
AURORA, Ill., Jan. 19 -- Statewide averages for the price of gasoline in Illinois and Northern Indiana have increased since last month. AAA Chicago's most recent Fuel Gauge Report estimates that in Illinois regular unleaded gasoline has increased 18 cents over the past month, forecasting an average cost of $2.39 per ga ... Continue reading
The Passat is Germany's Favourite Car 2006
Jan 19, 2006
ADAC readers award Volkswagen the "Gelber Engel" prize Wolfsburg, 19 January 2006 - It was a clear-cut decision: more than 320,000 votes were counted in the ADAC (General German Automobile Association) reader's choice awards for the "Gelber Engel 2006" prize. There were 54 models to choose from in the "Cars" category. ... Continue reading
Jan 19, 2006
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2006, Dearborn, Mich. Thank you, and good morning. Some of you may have assumed I’m here today to speak as Ford’s environmental and safety chief. Those are the topics I usually talk about when I’m in front of an audience like this. ... Continue reading
2006 North American International Auto Show Closing Weekend Includes Fun Family Activities
Jan 19, 2006
DETROIT, Jan. 19 -- The 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) continues its blockbuster line-up of family fun activities during the last weekend of the NAIAS. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051006/DETH015LOGO ) "With more than 60 new production and concept vehicles along with extraordinary e ... Continue reading
Cummins Westport Launches BGI Engine Manufacturing in India
Jan 19, 2006
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Jan. 19, 2006--Cummins Westport Inc. (CWI) and Cummins India Limited (CIL) today announced the successful limited production launch of CWI's B Gas International (BGI) natural gas engine in India. Manufacturing takes place at CIL's modern Daman facility in Western India. The BGI engine was u ... Continue reading
Autoline Detroit NAIAS Wrap-up - TV Show
Jan 19, 2006
Jan 19, 2006
Ending the Myths of a 15-year Smear Campaign WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The following is being issued SUV Owners of America: What: The Detroit News published an op-ed today from SUV Owners of America's President Barry McCahill detailing the persistent disinformation campaign by zealots to convince Americans that driving an ... Continue reading
Making It Easier to Get to and From the North American International Auto Show
Jan 19, 2006
NAIAS partners up with Metro Networks and Click and Park DETROIT, Jan. 19 -- Parking and transportation downtown is made easier for attendees to Public Days of the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051006/DETH015LOGO ) "It is our goal to make the trip down ... Continue reading
Luxury Institute Survey: Wealthy Rate Lexus #1 in Customer Experience
Jan 19, 2006
NEW YORK--Jan. 19, 2006--Lexus trounced the competition as the luxury automobile brand that delivers "the best customer experience" in a new Luxury Customer Experience Index survey (LCEI) from New York- based Luxury Institute (www.luxuryinstitute.com). Porsche came in second, Acura was a close third. Notably absent fro ... Continue reading
President Bush Nominates DOT Lawyer to Head NHTSA
Jan 19, 2006
Washington DC January 19, 2006; President Bush has nominated Nicole Nason, assistant secretary of the Department of Transportation, to be the new chief of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reports The Detroit News. If confirmed by the Senate, Nason will oversee federal regulations that have the most i ... Continue reading
Michigan International Speedway and AAA Team Up For NAIAS Racing Day at the Auto Show
Jan 19, 2006
DETROIT, Jan. 18 -- Thousands of racecar enthusiasts will be able to indulge in their passions at the first 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) Racing Day on Thursday, Jan. 19 from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. at Cobo Center. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051006/DETH015LOGO ) The event sponsored by Mi ... Continue reading
G-Line Women's Motorcycle Gear Announces Multicity Showcase in January
Jan 19, 2006
TUSTIN, Calif.--Jan. 18, 2006--You've heard the buzz on G: the first line of women's motorcycle gear to offer German-engineered protection in stylish designs -- made specifically for women riders by women riders. The G-Line offers gear for all types of street riding as well as several pieces that are perfect for wearin ... Continue reading
Jan 19, 2006
CHICAGO, Jan. 18 -- The Environmental Law & Policy Center commends Governor Blagojevich on important environmental initiatives in his State of the State address today. In particular, the Environmental Law & Policy Center applauds the Governor's proposals to reduce mercury by 90 percent by June 30, 2009 and to support f ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Outlines Global Expansion Plans for the Dodge Brand
Jan 18, 2006
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 18 -- Today at the Automotive News World Congress, Joe Eberhardt, Executive Vice President Global Marketing, Sales and Service - Chrysler Group, spoke about the company's global brand strategy, themed "Brands Beyond Borders" and provided the audience with the strategic direction that Chrysler ... Continue reading
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