Feb 1, 2011
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. announced today that it has secured a new purchase contract from a leading Utah-based natural gas vehicle integrator to supply a series of large capacity natural gas vehicle tanks for medium and heavy duty trucks that operate long distances. The Quantum next generation ... Continue reading
Jan 19, 2011
New-vehicle quality in South Africa has improved considerably, with the quality gap between passenger vehicles and pickup trucks narrowing by more than 50 percent in 2010, compared with 2008, according to the J.D. Power and Associates/CAR Magazine 2010 South Africa Initial Quality Study(SM) (IQS) released today. ( "The ... Continue reading
2011 Kia Sportage Named 'International Truck of the Year' by ICOTY Jury
Jan 11, 2011
Presented during the 2011 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit during a presentation sponsored by Bridgestone Tire, the 2011 Kia Sportage compact CUV has been honored with the "International Truck of the Year" award by Road & Travel Magazine. Â Launched in summer 2010 as part of Kia Motors America ... Continue reading
Your New SUV, Big Car or Pickup Can Use Less Gasoline Than a Toyota Prius - Guaranteed!
Jan 10, 2011
If reducing our use of gasoline is important, then the use of E85 can substantially reduce its useâ¦. See how little gasoline you will use when you switch to sustainable, domestic High Test E85 instead of regular E10. Enter your current MPG below and click CALCULATE E85 to see the E85 MPG. ... Continue reading
2011 Ford F-150 EcoBoost Beats All Others With Combination of Fuel Economy, Power, Capability
Jan 8, 2011
The 2011 Ford F-150 equipped with all-new 3.5-liter EcoBoostâ⢠truck engine is officially EPA-certified at 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway Outstanding fuel economy complements the best-in-class 420 lb.-ft. of torque this engine produces to enable best-in-class conventional towing of 11,300 pounds and best-in ... Continue reading
Auto and Truck Purchase Tax Bonus - Buy Now!
Dec 28, 2010
Depreciation Bonus At A Glance The Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act of 2010 provides 100 percent depreciation bonus for capital investments placed in service after September 8, 2010 through December 31, 2011. For equipment placed in service after December 31, 2011 and through Dece ... Continue reading
Growth Energy Responds to Anti E15 Lawsuit
Dec 20, 2010
Washington DC December 29, 2010; Growth Energy CEO Tom Buis released the following statement in response to a lawsuit filed by engine manufacturers against the EPAâs partial approval of Growth Energyâs Green Jobs Waiver. âThe scientific evidence demonstrates clearly that E15 is safe not only for newer ve ... Continue reading
Dec 11, 2010
WESTLAKE, Ohio--TravelCenters of America, LLC (TA) today announced the completion of new Interstate Speedzone WiFi systems at TravelCenters of America branded locations. New Wi-Fi access points and antennas have doubled the power and range of the previous system and provide excellent coverage of TAââ¬â¢s ext ... Continue reading
Navistar Defense Receives $123 Million MRAP Order
Dec 10, 2010
U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command also includes parts for the companyââ¬â¢s Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles. âThis award is an element in a strategy that allows us to build our business around a revenue base of $1.5 to $2.0 billion. Another important element is our commitment to keeping ... Continue reading
Volvo Trucks President and CEO Leif Johansson to Resign in the Summer of 2011
Dec 8, 2010
STOCKHOLM--Regulatory News: âLeif Johansson has done an impressive job during his years at Volvo and although I regret his decision I have full respect for it given his many years of hard workâ After almost 14 years as President and CEO of Volvo (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB), Leif Johansson has informed the Board of ... Continue reading
Nov 29, 2010
BorgWarner Supplies R2S® Turbocharging Technology for Volkswagen's Top Performance Diesel Engines
Nov 18, 2010
PR Newswire AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 18, 2010 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 18, 2010 -- BorgWarner's award-winning regulated two-stage (R2S®) turbocharging technology boosts the performance and helps lower emissions for the newly developed 2.0-liter four-cylinder common-rail diesel engine featured in Volkswagen's 180 HP ... Continue reading
Nov 5, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 5, 2010 DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 5, 2010 -- The new ad campaign for the 2011 Ford F-150 launches Nov. 6 and builds on the success of the "rant" style campaign first introduced on F-150 in 2008 Ads focus on F-Series powertrain leadership with four new engines in the F-150 that offer  class-leading p ... Continue reading
2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD Stars in 'Max and Al' Advertising Campaign - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 5, 2010
DETROIT, Nov. 5, 2010 DETROIT, Nov. 5, 2010 -- Chevrolet introduced a new marketing campaign today that focuses on the heart of the Silverado HD pickup line, the Duramax Diesel and Allison transmission. The "Max and Al" campaign contrasts the proven durability and performance of the powertrain ââ¬â which be ... Continue reading
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