Vehicle And Engine Importers To Pay Civil Penalty To Resolve Clean Air Act Violations
Nov 14, 2012
*Vehicle And Engine Importers To Pay Civil Penalty To Resolve Clean Air Act Violations* "Senior company executives jointly liable for consent decree obligations " *WASHINGTON* The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Justice announced a settlement with two former importers of highway motorcy ... Continue reading
EPA Awards More Than $5.3 Million for Research Fellowships
Nov 14, 2012
*EPA Awards More Than $5.3 Million for Research Fellowships* *WASHINGTON *- Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced more than $5.3 million in research fellowships to 127 students pursuing degrees in environmental studies. The 39 Greater Research Opportunities (GRO) fellows and the 87 Science to A ... Continue reading
Rent-To-Own/Lease-To-Own Autos Driving Off The Used Car Lots In Record Numbers
Nov 14, 2012
With the downward trend in the economy, car buyers are caught in the credit crunch and are turning to the old standby: rent to own / lease to own. Many consumers have been buying furniture and appliances using this method for years and the used car industry has finally gotten the message. The consumer doesn't need pris ... Continue reading
Next-generation Corvette to Debut in Detroit in January 2013
Nov 14, 2012
New Crossed Flags logo illustrates the character of the all-new, "C7" Corvette, which features only two parts from the C6 Chevrolet confirmed that the seventh-generation Corvette will debut the evening of Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013 in Detroit. To kick off the countdown to the debut, Chevrolet debuted the new Crossed Flags l ... Continue reading
Auto Dealer Group Trades In Old Lighting for $400,000 in Energy Savings from GE Lighting LEDs
Nov 14, 2012
When Collection Auto Group learned it could save more than it would spend to light its lots with new outdoor LED fixtures, the Ohio-based auto dealer struck a sweet deal with GE Lighting. As the proud new owner of GE's energy-efficient ecomagination Evolve LED Area Lights, Collection Auto Group's five-year lighting exp ... Continue reading
Hertz On Demand Brings Leading-Edge Car Sharing To Sydney, Australia
Nov 14, 2012
The Hertz Corporation has launched its car sharing club Hertz On Demand in Sydney, making Australia the seventh country in the international program. Members have 24/7 access to a fleet of self-service vehicles placed throughout Sydney, which are bookable online . There is no annual membership fee, and rates are lowest ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Forms Partnerships with Two Trade Associations
Nov 14, 2012
Chrysler Group LLC, in its continuing effort to build relationships with key trade associations, has formed partnerships with the Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) and Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). These new partnerships bring to four the number of agreements that Chrysler Group ... Continue reading
Nissan Canton Donates To Local Faith-Based Effort To Support Victims Of Hurricane Sandy
Nov 14, 2012
Today the Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant donated $20,000 and vehicle support to a local faith-based effort to provide relief to victims of Hurricane Sandy. Nissan representatives presented the donation to Rev. Jerry Young at New Hope Baptist Church during a special ceremony at the church. ... Continue reading
Nov 14, 2012
The all-new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport was named "Utility Vehicle of the Show" by the Southern Automotive Media Association (SAMA) at the 42nd annual Miami International Auto Show. Determined by a panel of judges consisting of industry-leading automotive journalists, the accolade took into consideration a full range o ... Continue reading
Nov 14, 2012
With the first commercial launches in 2010, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) have grown significantly in volume, with many auto manufacturers adding new models to their fleets. In the United States, sales of PEVs are expected to reach nearly 48,000 in 2012 and to surpass 400,000 vehicles annually by 2020. However, acco ... Continue reading
Better Drivers Pay Less for Car Insurance with Pay As You Drive Program from Progressive
Nov 14, 2012
Business travelers who park their cars at the airport several days a week. Families with an extra car they only drive occasionally. Drivers who avoid slamming on the brakes. They're all less likely to be in an accident and can save money on their car insurance with Snapshot, Progressive's optional Pay As You Drive insu ... Continue reading
International Leaders to Convene in Texas to Discuss Future of NAFTA
Nov 14, 2012
INTERNATIONAL LEADERS TO CONVENE IN TEXAS TO DISCUSS FUTURE OF NAFTA NAFTA20 North America Business Summit -- Nov. 15 and 16 in San Antonio The NAFTA20 North America Summit will bring regional, national and international leaders and experts to Texas this week for one of the most anticipated conferences on NAFTA in twen ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Exports of U.S.-Assembled Venza Crossover to South Korea
Nov 14, 2012
Toyota today announced it began to export U.S.-assembled Venza crossovers to its distributor in South Korea last month. Venza exports to South Korea are initially forecasted at approximately 600 units annually. The announcement was made by Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. Senior Vice President Bob Carter at the Barclays ... Continue reading
Nov 14, 2012
Experian Automotive today announced it has once again been selected by Porsche Cars North America, Inc., as the provider of vehicle history reports for its Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) program. By incorporating AutoCheck® vehicle history reports into its CPO program, Porsche retailers provide used car shoppers with in-de ... Continue reading
SAE International Announces Vehicle Electrification Program: Certificate and Certifications
Nov 14, 2012
SAE International is introducing a personnel certification program that enables engineers, product development technicians, and other associated personnel to earn a certificate of competency or certification in the area of vehicle electrification (VE). Through a process that engaged a group of auto industry subject mat ... Continue reading
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