News By Topic: Women And Cars

Student Vision Drives Designs at Imagine 2005

May 21, 2005

General Motors Awards Winners from Annual International Academy of Design and Technology Student Fashion Show at Cadillac Palace Theatre CHICAGO, May 20, 2005; An athletic outfit inspired by the Pontiac G6's unique, four-panel panoramic roof ... a light, one-piece suit to complement the open-air design of the 2007 Satu ... Continue reading

Government Investigating Complaints of Engines Stalling in Dodge Trucks, SUVs

May 20, 2005

WASHINGTON Ken Thomas, May 20, 2005; Ken Thomas writing for the AP reported that the government is investigating complaints of engines stalling in Dodge trucks and sport utility vehicles, officials said Friday. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it has received two dozen complaints about engines st ... Continue reading

Toyota Announces Prices for 2006 Land Cruiser

May 20, 2005

TORRANCE, Calif., May 20 -- Toyota Motor Sales, USA Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2006 Land Cruiser. The Land Cruiser full-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) will arrive at dealerships nationwide in June. The Land Cruiser receives an engine upgrade for 2006 with the addition ... Continue reading

Just in Time for Memorial Day Road Trips Top-Five 'Must-Have' Gadgets

May 20, 2005

The Electronic Expert Will Lead Lost Vehicles Through Unfamiliar Terrain and Eliminate Dangerous Blind Spots, Unveiling a List of the Most Advanced Technology Available for 'Getaway' Vehicles VAN NUYS, Calif., May 20 -- Come traffic or high gas prices, nothing stands in the way of Southern Californian's summer road tri ... Continue reading

Research and Markets: Developing Inter-Vehicle Communications for Greater Road Safety in Europe

May 20, 2005

DUBLIN, Ireland, May 20 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17786 ) has announced the addition of The Development of V2V & V2I Communications in Europe to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) It is believed that deployment matters pose a greater ... Continue reading

News: Toronto Mustang Club Annual Event Continues MADD Support

May 20, 2005

For Immediate Release: Mustang Club Annual Event Continues MADD Support Toronto, Canada -- May 20, 2005 -- On Sunday, June 12, the Greater Toronto Area Mustang Club will host its 5th Annual BBQ and Show 'n Shine event. Held on the grounds of Heart Lake Conservation Area in Brampton, Ontario, the gathering is the larges ... Continue reading

Lexus In Europe, Not as Easy as Lexus in U.S.

May 20, 2005

FRANKFURT, May 20, 2005; Christiaan Hetzner writinfg for Reuters reported that Frank Winter probably has one of the most thankless jobs in the German car industry. Faced with the fiercest of competition, the head of Lexus Germany is not kidding himself that Toyota Motor Corp.'s (7203.T: Quote, Profile, Research) premiu ... Continue reading

DC Police Lay Down Region-Wide Safety Belt Dragnet

May 20, 2005

81% of Night-Time Highway Fatalities Are Unbelted Witness and Experience a REAL-LIFE Safety Belt Checkpoint WHAT: Witness a Safety Belt Checkpoint in Action. On May 25, the District of Columbia's Metropolitan Police Department will stage a mock demonstration checkpoint, in advance of an actual checkpoint later in the e ... Continue reading

LA Auto Club: Five Weeks of Lower Prices and More to Come

May 20, 2005

LOS ANGELES--May 20, 2005--For the fifth straight week, gasoline prices moved lower last week across Southern California. The lower price trend shows every indication of continuing through the Memorial Day holiday weekend, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch. The average price of ... Continue reading

2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse Pricing

May 20, 2005

May 19, 2005 -- Cypress, Calif. -- Effective Date: May 19, 2005 Description (Eng./Tran) Suggested Retail Price*** Comments Eclipse GS SOHC 16 Valve I4 MIVEC (2.4L/5M) $ 19,399.00 3-Door Coupe 5-Speed Manual Eclipse GS SOHC 16 Valve I4 MIVEC (2.4L/4S) $ 20,299.00 3-Door Coupe 4-Speed SportronicTM Eclipse GT SOHC 24 Valv ... Continue reading

Hollywood's Memphis Belle Flying Fortress to Tour Military Air Shows

May 19, 2005

Jeep(R) Brand will display B-17 bomber from silver screen at five bases and Camp Jeep event PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md., May 19 -- The aircraft that memorialized for Hollywood one of the most recognized and inspirational U.S. military aircraft ever built, the B-17 bomber Memphis Belle, will be made accessible to the pu ... Continue reading

Maryland Law Enforcement Joins Nationwide `Click It or Ticket' Initiative to Save Lives

May 19, 2005

Law Enforcement Launches Statewide Effort with Brand New Partner What: Kickoff of the statewide "Click It or Ticket" campaign by Maryland law enforcement officials, Maryland State Highway Administration's Highway Safety Office, MD Committee For Safety Belt Use, and Maryland Motor Truck Association - Nighttime seat belt ... Continue reading

"MINI" Roars On Italian Job Ride - But Where is Charlze?

May 19, 2005

The Italian Job(TM) Stunt Track Opens at Paramount's Kings Island Cincinnati, Ohio - May 19th, 2005... MINI is once again the star in a Hollywood spectacular that comes to life with the debut of Paramount's The Italian Job(TM): Stunt Track. This new fast-track-roller coaster experience opens May 20, 2005 at Kings Islan ... Continue reading

All-New 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sport Coupe to Go on Sale Ahead of Schedule

May 19, 2005

Strong Consumer and Dealer Interest, Smooth Production Prompts Company to Move Up Sale Date to Today; Pricing Announced CYPRESS, Calif., May 19 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) announced today its all-new 2006 Eclipse sport coupe officially will go on sale today, several weeks before initially planned. With a ... Continue reading

Valence Technology and EnergyCS Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Wins Awards at Tour de Sol

May 19, 2005

AUSTIN, Texas May 19, 2005; A concept plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) developed by EnergyCS and Valence Technology, Inc. has won the hybrid category in the Tour de Sol's Monte Carlo-style Rally, which ended May 14. Valence is a leader in the development and commercialization of Saphion® technology, the only safe, large- ... Continue reading