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The MINI Rocketman Concept: Driving fun in a new dimension - VIDEO ENHANCED

The MINI Rocketman Concept: Driving fun in a new dimension - VIDEO ENHANCED

MUNICH - February 23, 2011: The creation of innovative concepts for urban mobility has seen MINI grow into the successful brand we know today. A constant stream of new ideas from its beginnings more than 50 years ago to the present day have ensured that driving fun has continued to grow even though space on our roads h ... Continue reading

New Car Buyers Could Misspend Up to GBP11billion on the '11' Registration Plate

New Car Buyers Could Misspend Up to GBP11billion on the '11' Registration Plate

LONDON, February 23, 2011 -- Up to GBP11billion could be misspent on the new '11' registration plate due out next week, as a study shows around one in three buyers choose the 'wrong' car. The shocking findings are the result of a survey by CarBuyer.co.uk, which provides independent expert reviews to help ensure people ... Continue reading

Subaru Partners With KICKER for Performance Audio Upgrades

Subaru Partners With KICKER for Performance Audio Upgrades

PR Newswire CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 23, 2011 CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 23, 2011 -- Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that it will partner with KICKER Performance Audio, a 30-year industry leader in mobile audio, to supply Subaru customers with original equipment (OE) upgrades for specific models. Â The high-perf ... Continue reading

Allstate Accelerates California Recruiting

Allstate Accelerates California Recruiting

PR Newswire SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 23, 2011 SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 23, 2011 -- Allstate Insurance Company plans to add 120 new agency owners in California during 2011, the third consecutive year of an aggressive recruiting campaign for the insurer in the state. Allstate signed on 44 new California "exclusive agents ... Continue reading

The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Becomes the First Urban Hotel in the Southeast to Install a Level-II Electric Vehicle Charging Station

The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Becomes the First Urban Hotel in the Southeast to Install a Level-II Electric Vehicle Charging Station

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte today became the first urban hotel in the Southeast to offer a permanently-installed Level II charging station for use by guests driving electric vehicles. The new multi-power station is located in the front drive of the LEED® Gold-certified property, and supports the ... Continue reading

New Ford Electrified Vehicle Facebook Page Engages Fans

New Ford Electrified Vehicle Facebook Page Engages Fans

PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 23, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 23, 2011 -- Ford has developed a Facebook page dedicated to educating consumers about the differences in electrified vehicle technologies and providing the latest information about the five electrified vehicles the company will introduce (www.facebook.com ... Continue reading

National Coalition for Safer Roads Missouri Statewide Poll Results

National Coalition for Safer Roads Missouri Statewide Poll Results

PR Newswire WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2011 WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- New research from the National Coalition for Safer Roads shows that Missouri's registered voters overwhelmingly support the use of red light safety cameras. The poll found that 71% support the cameras at dangerous intersections, ... Continue reading

Walter P. Chrysler Museum Showcases Rare Vehicles Through Rotating Specialty Exhibitions

Walter P. Chrysler Museum Showcases Rare Vehicles Through Rotating Specialty Exhibitions

PR Newswire AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 23, 2011 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 23, 2011 -- Auto enthusiasts who appreciate the art of the possible and admire a fellow hobbyist's magnificently maintained model, can enjoy both throughout 2011 at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills, Mich. Â The Museum is featuring a ... Continue reading

2012 Infiniti M Hybrid Sedan Pricing Set at $53,700 USD

2012 Infiniti M Hybrid Sedan Pricing Set at $53,700 USD

PR Newswire FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 23, 2011 FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 23, 2011 -- Infiniti today announced a $53,700 USD M.S.R.P. for the all-new 2012 Infiniti M Hybrid, which goes on sale March 16, 2011 at Infiniti retailers nationwide. Â The Infiniti M Hybrid is the first V6 true luxury performance "driver's" hybrid à ... Continue reading

SAE International's New Vehicle Electrification Website Scoring Big With Industry

SAE International's New Vehicle Electrification Website Scoring Big With Industry

PR Newswire WARRENDALE, Pa., Feb. 22, 2011 WARRENDALE, Pa., Feb. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Strong initial response to SAE International's new Vehicle Electrification website (http://ev.sae.org/ ) is proving the time was right to launch the industry's most complete source of engineering information related to ... Continue reading

RECALL: Ford F-150 Pickups

RECALL: Ford F-150 Pickups

WASHINGTON February 23, 2011; The AP reported that Ford Motor Co. says it will recall nearly 150,000 F-150 pickup trucks to fix air bags that could deploy without warning. The government had raised concerns about the problem. Ford said Wednesday the recall covers trucks from the 2005-2006 model years in the United Stat ... Continue reading

RECALL: 2009-2010 Honda Fiit

RECALL: 2009-2010 Honda Fiit

Vehicle Make / Model: HONDA / FIT Model Year(s): 2009-2010 Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) Mfr's Report Date: FEB 16, 2011 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 11V101000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Potential Number of Units Affected: 97,201 Summary: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL ... Continue reading

Limited Edition Saab Convertible Celebrates First Year of Independence

Limited Edition Saab Convertible Celebrates First Year of Independence

Saab is celebrating the first anniversary of its independence by launching an exclusive Independence Edition of its 9-3 Convertible. Just 366 examples will be produced, one for each day during the first year and one extra for the start of a second year. Only 80 of these vehicles will be produced for the UK, ensuring it ... Continue reading

Infiniti Wins Coveted Euro NCAP Advanced Award

Infiniti Wins Coveted Euro NCAP Advanced Award

Infiniti's high-technology approach to safety is recognised today with the presentation of the Euro NCAP Advanced Award for road safety innovation. ... Continue reading

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