Nissan Sport Concept Brings Nissan Sports Thinking to Small Car Segment
Mar 20, 2005
The Nissan Sport Concept, which will make its public world debut at the 2005 New York International Auto Show, is the latest in a series of dynamic performance/youth concept vehicles following the Nissan Actic and Nissan AZEAL concepts. The Sport Concept is a dynamic three-door hatchback with a dramatic four-seat inter ... Continue reading
Mar 20, 2005
The Ford Mustang's the Shaker 500 and Shaker 1000 sound systems produce a "booming" sound and feel. For more information on the Mustang, visit fordvehicles.com. DEARBORN, Mich., March 18, 2005 -- Take one look at the 2005 Ford Mustang and you'll want to roll in it. Take one listen and you'll want to rock. That's becaus ... Continue reading
Malcom Bricklin's Vision - Visionary Vehicles
Mar 19, 2005
By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel Detroit Bureau THE GUY Taking his place among the movers and shakers of the world’s automotive industry is the charismatic Malcom Bricklin, whose newest project has the potential of accelerating the already blinding speed of change in the industry. Speaking to the Detroit Society of ... Continue reading
Expert: Lobbyist Criticism of Anti-DWI Device Is Irresponsible
Mar 19, 2005
SANTA FE, N.M., March 18 -- A Washington, D.C.-based lobbying group is spreading deceptive information that questions a proven safety device to reduce DWI, just when the New Mexico Legislature is considering new laws to combat drunken driving. The group, representing bars and restaurants, seeks to preserve loopholes in ... Continue reading
Mar 18, 2005
- Counseling and Support Offered to All NASCAR Fans at Key Races - PITTSBURGH, March 18 -- What do NASCAR fans and NASCAR drivers have in common? Motivation, dedication and a desire to win! Now NASCAR legend Richard Petty, known for his dedication to the sport and his long history of winning, will help motivate a group ... Continue reading
Mar 18, 2005
LONG BEACH, Calif., March 18 -- A group of teenagers from across the country are hoping to convince their friends that risky behavior behind the wheel can lead to death. The program is called Project Ignition ( http://www.sfprojectignition.com/ ). Sponsored by State Farm(R) and coordinated by the National Youth Leaders ... Continue reading
MBUSA Sponsors Eight New Jersey High School Teams in First Robotics Competition
Mar 18, 2005
Six Week Collaboration Between Students and Mercedes-Benz USA Volunteers Aims to Produce Winning Robot Design MONTVALE, N.J., March 18 -- Nearly 150 New Jersey high school students have the opportunity to test their knowledge of science and engineering by building competition-ready robots through FIRST (For Inspiration ... Continue reading
Hyundai's 2005 National 'Hope On Wheels' Tour Takes to the Road From Washington, DC
Mar 18, 2005
Children Lend Handprints to Campaign Honoring Those Fighting Pediatric Cancers WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Hyundai Dealers Association and Hyundai Motor America today kick-off the 2005 "Hope On Wheels" tour at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC. An extension of Hyundai's Helping Kids Win Against Cance ... Continue reading
Get a Luxury Ride Without Breaking the Bank; Edmunds.com Unveils Top 10 Luxury Cars Under $35,000
Mar 18, 2005
SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 18 -- Many people view their cars as the ultimate status symbol, but not all of them can afford the luxury car they desire. For those people, the editors at Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, today announced their selections for "Top 10 Luxury Cars Under $35 ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Gasoline Follows Oil Prices Higher
Mar 18, 2005
LOS ANGELES--March 18, 2005--Gasoline prices in Southern California continued higher last week as the rising cost of crude oil continues to push up local pump prices, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch. The average price of self-serve regular gasoline in the Los Angeles-Long Bea ... Continue reading
Michigan Lawmakers Pass Bill to Repeal State Helmet Law, Reports AAA Michigan
Mar 18, 2005
DEARBORN, Mich., March 17 -- Michigan lawmakers today (March 17) passed Senate Bill 297, which repeals the state's 36-year-old mandatory motorcycle helmet law. It is estimated that the repeal will result in 22 additional fatalities each year, along with 132 more incapacitating injuries, 610 other injuries and $140 mill ... Continue reading
Bosch Driver Assistance System Makes Worldwide Debut on Audi A6
Mar 18, 2005
'Predictive Brake Assist' Helps Decrease Vehicle Accidents FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., March 17 -- Bosch announces the introduction of its new driver assistance system, "Predictive Brake Assist," which helps drivers in the event of an imminent crash by preparing the brake system for emergency braking. Making its worldwide ... Continue reading
Mar 17, 2005
Report Date : March 17, 2005 at 05:30 PM New Information Added Since : March 7, 2005 Make / Models : Model/Build Years: RADITOR SPECIALITY / KMF02 9999 RADITOR SPECIALITY / KMF03 9999 Manufacturer : DOT CHEMICAL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05E019000 Recall Date : MAR 08, 2005 Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number Of Uni ... Continue reading
General Motors Recalls Nearly 113,000 Vehicles Due to Safety Defects
Mar 17, 2005
DETROIT March 17, 2005; The AP reported that General Motors Corp. is recalling 77,055 minivans because their rear brake lights or hazard lights can stop working, federal safety regulators and the world's biggest automaker said Thursday. The recall involves Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari minivans from the 2001 and 2002 ... Continue reading
2 Out of 3 Americans See Buying More Fuel-Efficient Vehicle As 'Patriotic,'
Mar 17, 2005
NASCAR Fans, Conservatives and Others Agree: 40 MPG Fuel-Efficiency Standard Should be U.S. Goal; New 40mpg.org Web Site Gives Americans Way to Talk Back to Automakers, Congress DETROIT, March 17 -- Faced with steadily rising prices at the gas pump, two out of three Americans now agree that it is patriotic to buy a fue ... Continue reading
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