News By Topic: Women And Cars

Car Company Looking for a Few Good Heroes: One Month Remains to Nominate Top Hometown Hero

Dec 15, 2005

$1 Million in Financial Contributions Awarded in Fourth Annual Volvo for life Awards Nominations for Everyday Heroes Sought at www.volvoforlifeawards.com; Top Winner Receives a Volvo Car for Life NEW YORK, Dec. 15 -- Do you know a hero -- someone in your community seeking to improve the safety, quality of life and/or e ... Continue reading

Ford Models Back in the Car of The Year Hunt

Dec 15, 2005

2006 Ford Fusion Ford repeats car-and-truck-of-the-year finals recognition All-new Ford Fusion mid-size sedan brings unique American character to competitive mid-size sedan segment New Ford Explorer features advancements in capability, refinement and safety Fusion and Explorer to be followed by a new wave of models, in ... Continue reading

Ford Back to Its Old Gay Self

Dec 15, 2005

DEARBORN, Mich., December 14, 2005 – Monday, senior executives from Ford Motor Company met in Washington D.C. with the leadership of national gay and lesbian organizations. Following is the letter sent today to the leadership attending that meeting, reiterating Ford's commitment to inclusion. The company said tha ... Continue reading

With Strike Looming, Zipcar Offers Free Shuttle Service to All New Yorkers

Dec 15, 2005

NEW YORK, Dec. 14 -- New Yorkers always come together during difficult times, and as the City braces for a possible transit strike this Friday, two companies, Zipcar and the city's beloved H&H Bagels, are joining forces to help keep New Yorkers moving. On Friday, December 16th from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Zipcar, the city' ... Continue reading

Consumer Product Safety Commission Post Recalls to Its Web Site

Dec 14, 2005

WASHINGTON, Dec. 14 -- The U.S. (CPSC) announced today that the following voluntary recall alerts were posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at http://www.cpsc.gov/. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030904/USCSCLOGO ) Company Name Product Name Quantity Hazard Celebrate Mys ... Continue reading

Mercedes G-Wagons Likely Saved Soldier's Lives...Again

Dec 14, 2005

Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on December 13, 2005 at 2:05 PM CST A while back, we brought you a story about armored Mercedes G-Wagons being used by the Canadian military to replace their aging Iltis Jeeps. The armored G-Wagon recently made headlines again, this time likely saving the lives of three Canadian soldiers ... Continue reading

Win a '69 Dodge Charger From Charity Raffle for Lili Claire Family Resource Center

Dec 14, 2005

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 14 -- Auto buffs of the muscle car era, led by the HEMI(R)-powered 1969 Dodge Charger, are invited to attend a "Chargin' For Charity" event and purchase raffle tickets at $100 per ticket for a chance to win this classic car. The event will be held Saturday, December 17, 2005 at the Exotic Cars Showroom ... Continue reading

AAA Chicago Expects Record Christmas-New Year's Travel

Dec 14, 2005

Modest Increase in Air and Auto Travel Tops Last Year's Record AURORA, Ill., Dec. 14 -- The higher cost of travel won't keep Americans from taking trips during the Christmas-New Year's holidays. According to AAA's most recent Leisure Travel Index poll, some 63.5 million Americans say they will journey 50 miles or more ... Continue reading

Vehicle Styling Can Offset Quality Deficiencies, Spur Sales Increases, Says A.T. Kearney Study

Dec 14, 2005

Research Also Shows That Interior Styling Often More Important Than Exterior Design SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Dec. 14 -- As new vehicle quality rankings converge, styling is emerging as a key differentiator for consumers as they decide on the make and model of their next purchase. This is according to a study recently conduct ... Continue reading

AeroScout Call Button Tag Provides Wi-Fi Tracking Solution for Child Safety

Dec 14, 2005

AeroScout Japan Joins Nissan and NTT for Innovative Wireless Location Tracking and Security Service SAN MATEO, Calif., Dec. 14 -- AeroScout, Inc., the leader in the field of Wi-Fi based Active RFID solutions, today announced that it has joined Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., NTT DATA Corporation, its communications Inc., Tokyu ... Continue reading

One More Step Toward The End of Corporate Motorsports: Michelin to Quit F-1

Dec 14, 2005

Michelin has on several occasions expressed the conditions of its involvement in Formula One: Michelin considers Formula One to be a highly technical motorsport in which the tyre is a very influential component in the scope of the performance of the vehicle. The teams' freedom to choose their own tyres is essential. Th ... Continue reading

Nissan Donates Autographed CORR Driving Suit to eBay Auction -- Proceeds Benefit Operation Homefront

Dec 14, 2005

GARDENA, Calif.--Dec. 13, 2005--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced that it is donating an autographed driving suit worn by international racer Boris Said to an auction conducted on eBay(R), with all of the proceeds going to Operation Homefront, a San Diego, Calif.-based charity that helps support families ... Continue reading

Latest NHTSA Recalls : GM and Chrysler Models

Dec 13, 2005

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: BUICK / RAINIER 2006 BUICK / TERRAZA 2006 CADILLAC / ESCALADE 2006 CADILLAC / ESCALADE ESV 2006 CADILLAC / ESCALADE EXT 2006 CHEVROLET / AVALANCHE 2006 CHEVROLET / COLORADO 2006 CHEVROLET / EXPRESS 2006 CHEVROLET / SILVERADO 2006 CHEVROLET / SSR 2006 CHEVROLET / SUBURBAN 2006 CHEVROLE ... Continue reading

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS Review

Dec 13, 2005

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS ENGINE: 3.9-liter V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 240 hp @ 5800 rpm/240 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm TRANSMISSION: 4-speed automatic with manual mode WHEELBASE: 112.3 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 187.4 x 69.8 x 58.1 in. TIRES: P225/50R18 CARGO VOLUME: 41.0 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

NBC Sports 'International Auto Show' Special on Sunday Jan. 22 From 1-3 p.m. EST

Dec 13, 2005

DETROIT, Dec. 13 -- For the second consecutive year, NBC Sports will present a two-hour special broadcast of the "International Auto Show" on Sunday, Jan. 22, 1-3 p.m. EST. The "International Auto Show" will feature the exciting production and concept vehicles of the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) ... Continue reading