Jan 8, 2006
New Seat Technologies Help to Reduce the Risk of Various Types of Injuries in Collisions DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Johnson Controls today showcased an active head restraint system and active anti-submarining ramp for automotive seating. The active head restraint is designed to reduce the risk of whiplash injuries in low-speed ... Continue reading
Vizualogic and Oxford Media Enter Partnership Agreement
Jan 7, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chuck Paul Vice President of Engineering cpaul@tmiproducts.com 951-272-1996, ext. 114 VIZUALOGIC AND OXFORD MEDIA SIGN PARTNERSHIP TO PROVIDE MOVIE CONTENT TO THE AUTOMOBILE PASSENGER MARKET CORONA, CA and IRVINE, CA - January 6, 2006 - Imagine passengers in an automobile equipped with an ... Continue reading
Toyota Camry Named Best-Selling Car in the United States for Fourth Year in a Row
Jan 6, 2006
DETROIT January 6, 2006; David Runk writing for the AP reported that Jeannine Anderson's Honda Accord served her well for 13 years before she decided to give it to her son-in-law. But when the self-described Honda fan was hunting a new car, she decided to consider the Toyota Camry, a car her late husband had wanted and ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to Recall About 265,000 Sedans After Receiving Complaints About Engine Fires
Jan 6, 2006
WASHINGTON January 6, 2006; The AP reported that DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group said Friday it would recall about 265,000 sedans after receiving dozens of complaints about engine fires. The recall involves 1999-2000 Dodge Stratus, Plymouth Breeze and Chrysler Cirrus sedans equipped with the 2.4-liter engine. Chrys ... Continue reading
Mazda to Debut CX-7 Crossover SUV and Kabura Concept at 2006 North American International Auto Show
Jan 6, 2006
- Mazda Set to Showcase Forward-Thinking Design Direction in Detroit - DETROIT, Jan. 6 -- Mazda will introduce the production CX-7 crossover sport-utility vehicle (SUV) and the Kabura Concept compact sports coupe at the upcoming 2006 North American International Auto Show, which opens to the media on Sunday, Jan. 8. Pr ... Continue reading
Biofriendly Appoints Cynthia L. Morphew Regional Vice President
Jan 6, 2006
MONROVIA, Calif.--Jan. 5, 2006--Biofriendly Corporation announced today that Cynthia L. Morphew is joining the company as Regional Vice President with responsibilities for Texas and the Southern Region of the United States. Cindy will be joining Biofriendly after serving 13 years as Vice President for Environmental Aff ... Continue reading
Rising Consumer Interest in Hybrid Technology Confirmed by Maritz Research
Jan 5, 2006
Fuel Cells Wanted Within Five Years; New Diesels Still Stall With U.S. Buyers TOLEDO, Ohio, Jan. 5 -- Consumers who are strongly considering hybrid technology for their next vehicle purchase nearly doubled from 2004 to 2005 according to a Maritz Poll(R). The Maritz Automotive Research Group, one of the world's leading ... Continue reading
Wild Blue Yonder Network Revs Up New Original Automotive Show
Jan 5, 2006
Airs in March 2006 Only on Frontier Airlines' Free In-Flight TV Channel DENVER, Jan. 5 -- Wild Blue Yonder Network, which expands the in-flight entertainment offerings on Frontier Airlines with free 10-Minute TV(R), announced today that it will add an automotive enthusiasts' show called "DriveWays" to its original shor ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Offers Free Model T Rides, Ice-Skating to Public at Motown Winter Blast
Jan 5, 2006
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- As Detroit prepares to host Super Bowl XL, Ford Motor Company is getting ready to offer everyone the opportunity to share in Super Bowl weekend excitement at the Ford Motor Company Family Fun Zone during Motown Winter Blast. Open to the public Feb. 2-5, this outdoor winter festival at Campus Martius ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler and Volkswagen Announce Minivan Manufacturing Alliance
Jan 5, 2006
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- DaimlerChrysler's Chrysler Group and Volkswagen today announced that they have reached a formal agreement under which the Auburn Hills, Mich.-based carmaker will manufacture a unique line of VW minivans for the North American market. Production of the future Volkswagen minivan, which is b ... Continue reading
GM Reports December 2005 and Year Results
Jan 5, 2006
FOR RELEASE: 2006-01-04 CONTACTS ​​​​​ GM Reports 392,041 Deliveries in December Chevrolet Reclaims Industry Sales Leadership for First Time Since 1986 GM Posts Best Full-Size Pickup Sales in Industry Since 1978 GM Continues Luxury Brand Sales Momentum HUMMER Caps Record Year with Best-Eve ... Continue reading
Jan 4, 2006
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--Jan. 4, 2006-- Results Show People Put Purchase Price First, But Forget to Consider Other Costs Like Fuel, Insurance Are you someone who debates endlessly whether to get leather or fabric interior, or spends a week deciding between fire engine red and canary yellow when shopping for a new car? O ... Continue reading
Research Report: Sales of Hybrid-Electric Vehicles Expected to Grow 268 Percent by 2012
Jan 4, 2006
Despite Dramatic Sales Growth, Hybrids Will Remain a Small Share of the U.S. Vehicle Market WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Jan. 4 -- U.S. hybrid-electric vehicle sales volumes are anticipated to grow by 268 percent between 2005 and 2012, according to the most recent update of the J.D. Power and Associates Automotive Forecas ... Continue reading
Saleen Debuts New Sport Truck S331 Uniting Functionality with Radical Performance
Jan 4, 2006
Saleen Sport Truck Unveiled at Los Angeles Auto Show 2006 LOS ANGELES, Jan. 4 -- Saleen, (www.saleen.com), the premier manufacturer of limited edition, high-performance vehicles, today marked a new paradigm in sport truck performance with its debut of the pre-production Supercharged Saleen Sport Truck S331, at the LA A ... Continue reading
Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Makes World Debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show
Jan 4, 2006
Porsche's ultimate SUV, the 2006 Cayenne Turbo S marks its global premiere with a 520-horsepower punch LOS ANGELES, Jan. 4 -- In a region that thrives on extreme performance and style, Porsche has chosen Southern California's Los Angeles Auto Show to host the world premiere of its latest thrill machine. The spiritual e ... Continue reading
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