Schrader International Hires Ronald J. Klump as Chief Financial Officer
Nov 6, 2012
Schrader, a pioneer and leading global manufacturer of sensing and valve solutions, today announced that Ronald J. Klump will join the company as Chief Financial Officer. Klump, who will begin his new role today, will assume responsibility for all financial operations of Schrader worldwide. 'I look forward to working w ... Continue reading
Used-Vehicle Prices to Increase in Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy
Nov 6, 2012
Used-vehicle prices are expected to increase in the near term after Hurricane Sandy destroyed thousands of vehicles. The National Automobile Dealers Association is predicting that prices of used vehicles up to 8-years-old will increase from 0.5% to 1.5% as a result of Hurricane Sandy. "The loss of used-vehicle supply a ... Continue reading
RECALL: Britax Recall Certain Convertible Child Restraints
Nov 6, 2012
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12C004 Synopsis: Britax is recalling certain convertible child restraints, models Boulevard 70 G3, Advocate 70 G3, and Pavilion 70 G3, Model Numbers: E9LJ91A, E9LJ91M, E9LJ91S, E9LJ92E, E9LJ93P, E9LJ93S, E9LK91A, E9LK31A, E9LK31Q, E9LK32D, E9LK32Z, E9LK33Q, E9LL11A, E9LL11Q, E9LL12D, E9LL12Z, ... Continue reading
It's True - Women Are Better Drivers than Men
Nov 6, 2012
A new survey from car hire comparison site http://www.carrentals.co.uk has found that women drivers perform better on the roads compared to men, highlighted by the fact they have been in fewer accidents and carry less penalty points on their driving licence. The study by Carrentals UK, which involved over 700 people ov ... Continue reading
Nov 6, 2012
Hyundai Motor America today announced a $500,000 donation to the American Red Cross to support Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. "The devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy has created enormous loss and challenges for millions in the storm's wake," said John Krafcik, President and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. "We know how ... Continue reading
Start Your Engines As Activision Publishing's NASCAR The Game: Inside Line Races Into Stores Today
Nov 6, 2012
America's number one motorsport video game is back and better than ever as Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. today announced that NASCAR The Game: Inside Line is available now at retail outlets nationwide on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsof ... Continue reading
Nov 6, 2012
UQM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE MKT: UQM) announces that its PowerPhase electric propulsion system powered the Ecotricity Nemesis all-electric vehicle to a new UK land speed record of 151 m.p.h. 'The land speed record success has really captured the imagination of the public, which is quickly coming to appreciate the asto ... Continue reading
Suzuki Going Out Of Car Biz in USA-Motorycles/ATV and Marine Division To Continue
Nov 6, 2012
BREA, Calif.--American Suzuki Motor Corporation , the sole distributor in the continental United States of Suzuki Motor Corporation automobiles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and marine outboard engines, today announced that it plans to realign its business to focus on the long-term growth of its Motorcycles/ATV an ... Continue reading
Kia Sets Record Year - Two Months Early
Nov 6, 2012
Kia has beaten its best ever UK annual sales performance with over two months of the year to go. Sales of 4,837 vehicles in October have pushed the year-to-date sales to 57,736 units - 1,622 units above the record 2010 full year figure when 56,114 vehicles were sold. ... Continue reading
Nov 6, 2012
BMW's award-winning and cleanest car currently on sale in the UK now has another accolade. ... Continue reading
Jaguar Land Rover Success In RAC Future Car Challenge 2012
Nov 6, 2012
The Jaguar XJ_e experimental plug-in hybrid was awarded 'Most Energy Efficient Luxury Car Prototype' and 'Technical Panel's Award of Merit' at the third annual RAC Future Car Challenge from Brighton to London on 3rd November 2012. ... Continue reading
New Amarok 180 PS With Bluemotion Technology And Auto Transmission
Nov 6, 2012
The Amarok is now even more powerful and economical, thanks to a power upgrade for the 163 PS BiTDI engine to 180 PS, and the introduction of BlueMotion Technology models to offer improved efficiency. ... Continue reading
Nov 6, 2012
The expansion of the Japanese performance automotive brand continues in the UK with the opening of its next Infiniti centre based in Hull. This opening represents the seventh Infiniti centre in the UK with more on the way. ... Continue reading
Renault Triumphs At The Future Car Challenge
Nov 6, 2012
Renault collected four awards at the annual Brighton to London RAC Future Car Challenge on Saturday 3rd November winning categories for the ZOE supermini and Kangoo Van Z.E. as well as scooping the overall prize. ... Continue reading
Ford Of Britain Appoints New Fleet Director
Nov 6, 2012
Phil Hollinshas been appointed director, fleet operations Ford of Britain, taking over from Kevin Griffin, who has held the role since 2003. Kevin has been appointed director, commercial vehicles Ford of Europe. Both appointments are effective January 1, 2013. ... Continue reading
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