Tengzhong's Hummer bid is trade, not investment
Sep 10, 2009
Tengzhong's Hummer bid is trade, not investment http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012102/Tengzhong-s-Hummer-bid-is- trade -not-investment.html Shanghai, September 10 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese machinery maker Tengzhong's bid to acquire the Hummer brand from General Motors should be viewed as a trade in technology and not ... Continue reading
Dodge Ram Is Mopar's Most-Accessorized Vehicle
Sep 8, 2009
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 8 -- -- Dodge Ram owners spend an average of $389 on Mopar accessories -- Mopar offers more than 70 accessories for Dodge Ram -- Mopar announces Top 10 accessories and performance parts for Dodge Ram -- Complete list of accessories and performance parts at www.mopar.com And the most popular a ... Continue reading
Sep 3, 2009
ELKHART, Ind.--Want an 'electrifying' sneak peak of the EMC Flash - the first ever American made electric light duty pick-up truck? Join Electric Motors Corporation (Pink Sheets: EMCO) on September 5th, 2009 for Green Jobs for America: An Entertainment and Education Exposition. EMC (EMCO.PK) and its like-minded busines ... Continue reading
Aug 31, 2009
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation , has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command Life Cycle Management Command (TACOM LCMC) for the U.S. Armyâs Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV) rebuy program. âWe feel privileged that the U.S. Army ... Continue reading
2009 Ford F-150 Lariat 4x4 Platinum Edition Review
Aug 30, 2009
2009 FORD F-150 PLATINUM EDITION LARIAT 4X4 By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Fordâs popular (best selling vehicle in the US for 30-some years) F-150 pickup is our tester this week. We have the long wheel-base (157-inch) Platinum Edition, 4X4 with SuperCrew cab and Lariat trim. In doing some researc ... Continue reading
U.S. Postal Service Tests Azure Dynamics Vehicle
Aug 27, 2009
OAK PARK, MI, Aug. 26 -- Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD) - ("Azure") or (the "Company"), a leading developer of state-of-the-art green technologies that address environmental and cost issues for the commercial transportation industry, today announced that its Balance(TM) Hybrid Electric vehicle is the newest addi ... Continue reading
Electric Hummer H3E by Raser Drives over 50 Miles on Batteries in Test Drive
Aug 26, 2009
PROVO, Utah--Raser Technologies, Inc. , an energy technology company, announced results from a recent test drive demonstrating over 50 miles of all-electric range by its electric Hummer H3E during a preliminary road test. âI am very proud of our team and their work to reach this important milestone,â said Jim ... Continue reading
Kenworth T370 Hybrid Supports New York City Mayor Bloomberg's Green Transportation Initiatives
Aug 25, 2009
NEW YORK--The Kenworth T370 diesel-electric hybrid truck was featured today at a press conference held by New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg to discuss the cityâs latest green transportation initiatives. The event took place at the Queens District 5 facility operated by the New York Department of Sanitation. ... Continue reading
Weekly NHTSA Recalls - August 24, 2009
Aug 24, 2009
Inaugural Military Vehicles Exhibition & Conference Opens to Heavy Traffic & Rave Reviews
Aug 18, 2009
DETROIT--More than 3,600 industry professionals were in attendance at IDGA Exhibitionsâ Inaugural Military Vehicles Exhibition & Conference. New business potential, strong leads and quality networking opportunities were just some of the benefits that both exhibiting companies and attendees enjoyed. (Editors Note: ... Continue reading
Aug 17, 2009
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--U.S. Representative Sander Levin today previewed innovative commercial vehicle hybrid power systems developed by diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation at the companyâs Michigan Innovation Center in Southfield. In addition, Rep. Levin highlighted the importance of legislation to e ... Continue reading
kbb.com Study: Domestic Trucks Remain Cornerstone of Strength; Import Truck Consideration Declines
Aug 12, 2009
Ford Claims Top Spot in Consideration, Overtaking Chevrolet IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 12 -- Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car information, today announces the results of the second-quarter 2009 Brand Watch study by Kelley Blue Book Market Intelligence, detailing consumers' perceptio ... Continue reading
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Cargo-Moving Tractor to be Tested at Port of Long Beach Shipping Terminal
Aug 11, 2009
PALO ALTO, Calif.--A plug-in hybrid electric âterminal tractorâ used to move shipping containers and cargo within the port will be tested at a Port of Long Beach shipping terminal. If this heavy-duty application of hybrid electric technology proves successful at Long Beach and other ports then it could replac ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation Awarded $1.06 Billion Order for 1,700 Additional M-ATVs
Jul 31, 2009
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation announced today that it has received an additional $1.06 billion delivery order from the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command Life Cycle Management Command (TACOM LCMC). Oshkosh Defense will deliver 1,700 additional MRAP All Terrain Vehicles (M-ATV) to the U.S. Armed Forces ... Continue reading
Goodyear Seeks Special Truck Drivers as Highway Heroes
Jul 31, 2009
AKRON, Ohio, July 30 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company continues to honor deserving truck drivers with its recognition program for those who perform good deeds along the highways of North America. The company announced today that a search is on for U.S. and Canadian drivers who come to the rescue of fellow motorist ... Continue reading
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