Technician Training Program Celebrates 25 Years
Nov 24, 2004
DETROIT - The General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program (GM ASEP) celebrates its 25th anniversary this fall. In 1979, GM saw a growing need in dealership service departments for qualified service technicians. As a result, the Automotive Service Educational Program was created, bringing approximately 700 tec ... Continue reading
Infineon Raceway Food Drive Nets Record Amount
Nov 24, 2004
CONTACT: Diana Rose (707) 933-3918 Thanksgiving Food Drive Nets Record Donation for FISH SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - Infineon Raceway made a record donation of nearly 2,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to Friends in Sonoma Helping (FISH) following the facility's 4th annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. The a ... Continue reading
New NHTSA Data Show Rising Safety Belt Use Rates in Most States
Nov 23, 2004
Washington DC November 23, 2004; Thirty-seven states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico increased ... Continue reading
Tennessee Jury Returns $105.5 Million Verdict Against DaimlerChrysler in Trial Over Minivan Seats
Nov 23, 2004
NASHVILLE, Tenn. November 24, 2004; Matt Gouras writing for the AP reported that a Tennessee jury on Tuesday ordered DaimlerChrysler AG to pay more than $105 million, saying the company's minivan seats were unsafe and led to a baby's death in a car crash. The auto maker denounced the verdict and said its seats are desi ... Continue reading
Nov 23, 2004
WASHINGTON--Nov. 23, 2004--Nearly nine out of every ten police officers responding to an AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety Internet survey reported they had stopped a driver who they believed was drunk, but turned out to be drowsy. The survey was coordinated with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTS ... Continue reading
Maybach; Hyundai; LR3; Volvo; GM; Plus Other In-sites in November 2004 Letter From Europe
Nov 23, 2004
From Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief I had a very pleasant surprise the other day - the Hyundai XG350. After Jaguars and BMWs you might think that I am a hypocrite but let us look at value for money. The Jag I drove last month had a sticker in excess of 60 big ones whereas the similarly sized Hyundai is yours for a ... Continue reading
Nov 23, 2004
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 23 -- 2005 Dodge truck test drives and an appearance by NASCAR Nextel Cup driver Brendan Gaughan highlight the What to Give Your Truck for the Holidays expo Saturday, Dec. 4 at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills. The event runs 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. and admission is free. Visitors can tes ... Continue reading
Thanksgiving Travel Volumes Exceed Pre-9/11; Despite High Fuel Prices, AAA Reports
Nov 23, 2004
BELLEVUE, Wash., Nov. 23 -- Expect roads and airports to be crowded this Thanksgiving holiday, AAA expects travel volumes to exceed levels set prior to 9/11. AAA estimates that 37.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday, a 3.1 percent increase from last year. Of these travelers, 30.6 mil ... Continue reading
Snowy Winter Weather Calls for Extra Caution, Says AAA
Nov 23, 2004
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 23 -- With much of Michigan facing its first snowfall of the season on Thanksgiving Day, AAA Michigan is advising motorists to use caution and care while driving. To ensure that they arrive safely at their final destinations, motorists should be sure to follow these AAA driving tips: * Slow down. ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club Says Motorists Can Avoid Drowsy Driving During Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov 23, 2004
LOS ANGELES--Nov. 23, 2004--The Automobile Club of Southern California is warning motorists that falling asleep at the wheel can bring a tragic end to holiday travel plans. In a AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety's survey released today, 89 percent of law enforcement officers surveyed nationwide said drowsy driving is a ... Continue reading
This Holiday Season, Parents Can Give the Gift That Can Save Lives
Nov 23, 2004
WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- You've seen the twisted wreckage on the local news. You've read the tragic headlines in the papers. But did you know that vehicle crashes are the leading cause of teen fatalities in the U.S.? In fact, most years they are responsible for more teen deaths than suicide and homicide combined. Parents ... Continue reading
Why December May Be the Best Time to Buy a New Car
Nov 23, 2004
A Great Car Deal Could Be on Your Holiday Shopping List, Says No. 1 Car Research Site IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 23 -- You know that loved one who wants a new car this holiday season? According to Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com, the most visited vehicle pricing Web site, December may very well be the best month for getting a gre ... Continue reading
Nov 22, 2004
Make : SATURN Model : ION Year : 2003 Manufacturer : GENERAL MOTORS CORP. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V547000 Recall Date : NOV 16, 2004 Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL Potential Number Of Units Affected : 178798 Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE TURN SIGNAL LAMP AND DAYTIME RU ... Continue reading
Honda Accord Air Bags Cause Recall
Nov 22, 2004
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V551000 Recall Date : NOV 17, 2004 Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL Potential Number Of Units Affected : 257616 Summary: ON CERTAIN SEDANS, A TEAR IN THE FABRIC OF THE DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG OCCURRED AFTER APPARENT CONTACT WITH THE INSIDE SURFACE OF THE AIR BAG COVER DURING DEPLOYMENT. Consequen ... Continue reading
Distracted Driving Causes Fatal Crashes
Nov 22, 2004
Guest Editorial by: Jeff Ogden, president of AAA Minnesota/Iowa BURNSVILLE, Minn., Nov. 22 -- In the midst of the holidays, multitasking will become even greater as we juggle work, family and holiday preparations. In addition, many people will be driving significant distances to visit family and friends. Not coincident ... Continue reading
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