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Iconic Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Evolves

Iconic Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Evolves

Built in Japan, the Lancer Evolution X is a refreshing alternative for customers looking for timeless elegance and presence, sharp dynamics, reliability and value-for-money, all delivered by the quality brand that is Mitsubishi Motors. ... Continue reading

Toyota Celebrates Children's Visions for the Cars of the Future

Toyota Celebrates Children's Visions for the Cars of the Future

Cars that can fly, cars that run on water and a limousine boasting twin hot tubs inside: these were among the many colourful and inventive ideas produced by the winners of the UK section of the Toyota Dream Car Art competition. ... Continue reading

Gary Busey Launches GPS Voice App, Advises Drivers to 'Honk at Geese'

Gary Busey Launches GPS Voice App, Advises Drivers to 'Honk at Geese'

PR Newswire LOS ANGELES, March 17, 2011 LOS ANGELES, March 17, 2011 -- Academy Award-nominated actor, Hollywood enigma, and current Celebrity Apprentice standout, Gary Busey, brings his unique blend of deep and spiritual driving directions to GPS users across the globe. Exclusively from NavTones.com - the leading indep ... Continue reading

Majority of New-Car Shoppers Plan to Research Financing Options Online

Majority of New-Car Shoppers Plan to Research Financing Options Online

PR Newswire IRVINE, Calif., March 17, 2011 IRVINE, Calif., March 17, 2011 -- According to the latest Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com Market Intelligence survey concerning car financing, the majority of new-car shoppers (64 percent) who plan to finance some or all of their next vehicle say they will research their financin ... Continue reading

Awareness and Usage Of Smartphone Apps inside Cars Remains Low in Europe - Press Release

Awareness and Usage Of Smartphone Apps inside Cars Remains Low in Europe - Press Release

LONDON — 17 March, 2011 — A recent Frost & Sullivan survey on consumer preferences for smartphone applications (apps) and usage within cars reveals that unlike the general perception that awareness and usage of such apps is soaring, actual awareness among European car owners is very moderate and daily usage i ... Continue reading

2011 Kia Sportage Named 'Best New Crossover Vehicle' in About.com's 2011 Readers' Choice Awards

2011 Kia Sportage Named 'Best New Crossover Vehicle' in About.com's 2011 Readers' Choice Awards

PR Newswire IRVINE, Calif., March 17, 2011 IRVINE, Calif., March 17, 2011 -- In addition to being named the "International Truck of the Year" by ICOTY jurors and a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the 2011 Kia Sportage compact CUV now has achieved "Best New Crossover Vehicle" ... Continue reading

Hyundai Carries Some Of The Wait By Offering Free Alternative ix35

Hyundai Carries Some Of The Wait By Offering Free Alternative ix35

Demand for the Hyundai ix35 has been unprecedented not only across Europe, but also worldwide, placing supply under intense pressure and resulting in long waiting lists for the 2.0-litre diesel deriviative in particular. ... Continue reading

Award-Winning Skoda Octavia From Just £10,995 OTR

Award-Winning Skoda Octavia From Just £10,995 OTR

Skoda's multi-award winning Octavia hatchback is now being offered at an incredible £10,995 on the road or from just £149 per month with Skoda Finance. ... Continue reading

Vauxhall Creates Bespoke Corsa Headphones To Launch 2011 Vaxhall UK Beatbox Championships

Vauxhall Creates Bespoke Corsa Headphones To Launch 2011 Vaxhall UK Beatbox Championships

The Vauxhall UK Beatbox Championships are back for another year, and to launch the competition Vauxhall Motors has created a pair of stylish headphones in the shape of a New Corsa. ... Continue reading

Elegance, Efficiency And Practicality - The Audi A7 Sportback Has Arrived In Australia

Elegance, Efficiency And Practicality - The Audi A7 Sportback Has Arrived In Australia

With the launch of the all-new A7 Sportback in Australia, Audi has entered a new segment. The A7 Sportback breaks new ground in design with flowing, athletic, and elegant styling that combines the beauty and appeal of a coupe with comfort and practicality of a sedan. ... Continue reading

Jeep Ready To Roar With Richmond Tigers

Jeep Ready To Roar With Richmond Tigers

In a landmark statement for the iconic brand, Jeep has just signed on for a major partnership with the Richmond Tigers Football Club. ... Continue reading

Music and Motoring - a Perfect Symphony

Music and Motoring - a Perfect Symphony

Hyundai Motor Company is the presenting partner of the YouTube Symphony Orchestra 2011, the world's first collaborative, online, international orchestra. 101 musicians from over 30 countries will be flown to Sydney for a week of concerts culminating in a Grand Finale performance at Sydney Opera House, which will be str ... Continue reading

Tune Up, Slow Down and Unpack to Squeeze Extra MPG Out of Every Gallon of Fuel - VIDEO STORY

Tune Up, Slow Down and Unpack to Squeeze Extra MPG Out of Every Gallon of Fuel - VIDEO STORY

EDITOR'S NOTE: In addition to the tips suggested in this video you can also do something else that can immediately save you 20% or more on every gallon of fuel you buy. It's guaranteed to work, and it requires no purchase of any fuel additive or device. CLICK HERE to find our more. Prices at the pump are on the rise. A ... Continue reading

Mazda Foundation Donates $150,000 to American Red Cross to Help Citizens of Japan

Mazda Foundation Donates $150,000 to American Red Cross to Help Citizens of Japan

PR Newswire WASHINGTON, March 16, 2011 WASHINGTON, March 16, 2011 -- The Board of Directors of the Mazda Foundation (USA), Inc., has unanimously approved a donation of $150,000.00 to the American Red Cross Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Relief Fund. "Mazda and its U.S. employees are deeply concerned for the safet ... Continue reading

Buick Enclave Sees Future, Predicts Impact

Buick Enclave Sees Future, Predicts Impact

DETROIT, March 16, 2011 DETROIT, March 16, 2011 -- Rollovers are among the rarest of vehicle crashes, but the 2011 Buick Enclave still provides maximum protection against them. High-tech sensors designed to predict rollovers and help protect vehicle occupants before a crash occurs are part of the standard comprehensive ... Continue reading

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