2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition
Mar 10, 2010
Taking track-to-street technology to a new level DETROIT - March 10, 2010: When the 2006 Corvette Z06 was introduced, it represented the closest connection to the Corvette race cars ever. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 closed the gap between racing and production even further. This year, Corvette continues its tradition of trac ... Continue reading
New 2011 GMC Sierra Heavy-Duty Trucks Deliver Best-in-Class Diesel Torque and Horsepower
Mar 10, 2010
PONTIAC, Mich., March 10 -- -- New 6.6L Duramax turbo diesel rated at 397 hp (296 kW) and 765 lb.-ft. of torque (1,037 Nm) -- Segment-best diesel power complemented by up to 11-percent improved fuel economy and up to 63-percent reduced NOx emissions -- Small-block 6.0L gas V-8 enhanced for greater low-rpm torque, while ... Continue reading
Mar 10, 2010
CARROLLTON, Texas, March 9 -- Rent A Toll®, LTD (RTL) announces expansion of Pass24® Prepaid Toll Service in the San Francisco and Oakland markets with Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental already offer the Pass24 service in Texas, Colorado and Florida. (Logo: http://www.news ... Continue reading
Toyota Responds to Inaccurate Reports of Future Prius Recall for Floormat Entrapment
Mar 10, 2010
TORRANCE, CA - March 10, 2010: Media reports, citing a Wall Street Journal article, have incorrectly reported that Toyota plans to announce a new recall for the 2004-2009 Prius to address the potential risk for floor mat entrapment of accelerator pedals. There is no new recall being planned for the Prius to address thi ... Continue reading
The Chrysler Brand Signs on as Official Sponsor for 'Fashion Miami'
Mar 9, 2010
- Chrysler brand and Haitian-born designer Phelicia Dell partner for Haiti fundraiser - Chrysler brand to present "Fashion Group International Award" to four influential leaders in the industry - Consumers can follow Chrysler Brand participation on the Chrysler brand Facebook and Twitter sites MIAMI, March 9 -- "Arrive ... Continue reading
KB Home to Pre-Wire Homes for Electric Vehicles
Mar 9, 2010
LOS ANGELES--KB Home, one of America's premier homebuilders, today announced that it will begin offering an option to pre-wire its new Built to Order⢠homes to accommodate charging stations for homeownersâ electric vehicles. This new earth-friendly option is designed to ease the future installation of a stati ... Continue reading
Jack Roush to be Honored with Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award
Mar 9, 2010
On Friday, March 12 Jack Roush will receive the highest compliment in the hot rod world as he will be presented with the Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award. The ceremony takes place during the grand opening breakfast of the 12th Annual HotRod & Restoration Trade Show in front of nearly one thousand attendees ... Continue reading
Toyota Goes on Offensive to Discredit Critics - COMPLETE VIDEO
Mar 9, 2010
Toyota took its strongest step yet Monday to silence critics who blame faulty electronics for runaway cars and trucks.According to MSNBC, Toyota assembled a group of experts to refute studies by an Illinois professor who revved Toyota engines simply by short-circuiting the wiring. Toyota's experts say the experiments w ... Continue reading
Daimler Sells Equity Interest In Tata Motors
Mar 9, 2010
-- Cash inflow of approximately euro 300 million -- Daimler Trucks and Mercedes-Benz Cars in very good positions and with increased activities in India -- Excellent relations between Daimler and Tata remain unaffected STUTTGART, Germany, March 9 -- Daimler (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today sold all of its 5.34% o ... Continue reading
Consumers Want Green Vehicles to Offer More Than Fuel Savings, Accenture Finds
Mar 9, 2010
NEW YORK--While interest in alternative vehicles may be growing, consumers do not see âgreenâ as the only purchasing factor and are demanding more from automakers, according to an Accenture study released today. âBoth OEMs and suppliers need to start building strategic partnerships that will lead to dist ... Continue reading
Automotive Expert Bobby Likis' 'State of the Automotive Industry' Suite
Mar 9, 2010
Frank commentary on Aftermarket Sweet Spot, Automotive Maintenance, Gas Prices, General Motors and Chairman Toyoda's Testimony PENSACOLA, Fla., March 8 -- Respected automotive industry expert & host of the nationally syndicated "Bobby Likis Car Clinic" broadcast, Bobby Likis tells it like it is in the automotive servic ... Continue reading
Fiat Eco:Drive Moves Into Fleet
Mar 9, 2010
Eco:Drive, Fiat's awarding-winning in-car system that can save fuel and reduce emissions, has been introduced to the fleet market with the launch of eco:Drive Fleet. ... Continue reading
BMW 5-Series Voted 'Most Highly Anticipated New Car' Of The Year
Mar 9, 2010
BMW's new 5-Series saloon, set to go on sale later this month is the most highly anticipated new car of 2010, new research has revealed. ... Continue reading
Lexus Is Primed For 2010 With New F-Sport Models
Mar 9, 2010
Sharper looks and new high-tech on-board features are central to Lexus's revision of its best-selling IS sports saloon for 2010 ... Continue reading
Fiat Tops Co2 Reduction Rankings For Third Year Running
Mar 9, 2010
Fiat has once again set new standards in cutting carbon dioxide emissions, after both the Fiat brand and Fiat Group posted Europe's lowest volume weighted CO2 emissions, according to JATO, the world leader in automotive advisory and research services. ... Continue reading
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