Sep 29, 2011
Luxoft, a member of IBS Group and a leading global provider of advanced application and product development services, today announced that it has been honored with the Frost & Sullivan 2011 European Telematics and Infotainment Competitive Strategy Innovation Award. The automotive industry is fast-approaching a critical ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2011
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) will be supplied to Central Hudson Gas & Electric and the National Grid New York as part of a demonstration project by Chrysler Group LLC Real world city miles to be accumulated on demonstration vehicles over the next three years Fleet of vehicles developed in partnership with U. ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports: Redesigned Chrysler 300 now Ranks Among the Better Upscale Sedans
Sep 29, 2011
Hyundai Genesis tops competitive test group in November issue; Nissan Leaf & Hyundai Sonata Hybrid also tested Revamped for 2011, the Chrysler 300C scored an "Excellent" overall road test score of 80 in Consumer Reports' latest tests of four upscale sedans, up from 64 for the previous model. The 300C now ranks midpack ... Continue reading
Ram Extends 1500 Express Model Availability
Sep 29, 2011
Ram Express popularity leads to expansion of the model to Crew Cab and Quad Cab The 2012 Ram Express lineup targets first-time buyers by delivering great looks and HEMI V-8 performance The Ram Truck brand today announced that it would expand Ram 1500 Express model availability to include Crew Cab and Quad Cab models, g ... Continue reading
New Ram 1500 Tradesman Heavy Duty Model Delivers Best-in-class Towing and Payload
Sep 29, 2011
Ram 1500 Tradesman HD model tops the competition with 3/4-ton capability No other 1/2-ton truck delivers the towing and payload capacity of the Ram 1500 Tradesman HD The Ram Truck brand today announced that it would offer a new Ram 1500 Tradesman Heavy Duty pickup designed to deliver unparalleled capability in the half ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2011
The Walter P. Chrysler Museum, in Auburn Hills, Mich., is digging deep into the archives to host From Chrysler's Vintage Master Tech Files on Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 6 -- 8 p.m. Registration is $13 in advance and $15 at the door with reduced admission of $11 and $13, respectively, for Museum members. Presented by Steve ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2011
Caterpillar Inc. and Navistar International Corporation today announced the next phase of cooperation between the two companies to develop, manufacture, sell and support vocational and on-highway trucks for the North America market and the rest of the world. In June of 2008, the two companies announced plans to form an ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2011
If you had to guess who's greener--Gen Y or Baby Boomers--many might presume it's the younger generation. However, when it comes to putting their money where their mouths are, it's the Boomers who put green behind green and invest in eco-conscious technology from their homes to their automobiles. That's why Del Webb--t ... Continue reading
The FIAT Brand Teams Up with Mopar to Announce the 'FIAT SEMA Design Challenge'
Sep 29, 2011
FIAT fans can create their own custom Fiat 500 vehicle wrap and enter for a chance to win prizes The top-three winning designs will be wrapped live within the Mopar Alley at SEMA Complete list of Mopar accessories at www.mopar.com The FIAT brand has teamed up with Mopar to launch the 'FIAT SEMA Design Challenge,' a soc ... Continue reading
GM Introduces Industry's First Front Center Air Bag
Sep 29, 2011
General Motors will introduce the industry's first front center air bag, an inflatable restraint designed to help protect drivers and front passengers in far-side impact crashes where the affected occupant is on the opposite, non-struck side of the vehicle. The front center air bag will be introduced on the Buick Encla ... Continue reading
Scion Announces Pricing for 2012 xD and xB Release Series Models
Sep 29, 2011
Scion today debuted for the first time its 2012 xD Release Series 4.0 (xD RS 4.0) and xB Release Series 9.0 (xB RS 9.0) models at the 2011 State Fair of Texas. The two limited production Scions will begin arriving at dealer showrooms in October. Scion is also pleased to announce that all 2012 Scion models will come sta ... Continue reading
Sep 28, 2011
Ford Explorer built of LEGO bricks rolls off the line in Chicago A rather unusual, bright red Explorer rolled off the line at Chicago Assembly Plant this week; it was built from more than 380,000 LEGO bricks, weighed 2,654 pounds, and was created by 22 designers. The LEGO Explorer is en route to the new LEGOLAND® Flor ... Continue reading
Green Automotive Plans Evaluation of Additional Vehicles
Sep 28, 2011
Green Automotive Company Corporation (OTC: GACR) announced today that it is planning to begin testing an all-electric mini-van, also referred to as a multi-purpose vehicle or MPV" to add to its Eco-friendly, Zero Carbon Emission vehicle product line. 'While we analyze the recent test results from the Sport Utility Ve ... Continue reading
Sep 28, 2011
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Magnesium Civilization, The: An Alternative New Source of Energy to Oil" book to their offering. Magnesium Civilization, The: An Alternative New Source of Energy to Oil The use of fossil fuels damages the global environment, and supply of oil is becoming more unst ... Continue reading
New Labor Agreement Enables GM's Continued Progress
Sep 28, 2011
General Motors Co. today outlined details of its 2011 labor agreement with the United Auto Workers (UAW) during a conference call with analysts and media, hosted by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Dan Akerson and Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Dan Ammann. The agreement, which has been ratified b ... Continue reading
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