Mechanic Hits the Jackpot in the BP National Search for the Best Auto Technician in America
Nov 3, 2006
Amoco Ultimate(R) 'Golden Mechanic' Wins Spokesperson Contract, $25,000 and a Year's Worth of Amoco Ultimate Fuel at BP LAS VEGAS, Nev., Nov. 2 -- Greg Damon hit the jackpot in Las Vegas today when he competed against top mechanics from across the country to take top prize in the BP search for the 2007 Amoco Ultimate " ... Continue reading
Oct 30, 2006
LOS ANGELES--PRIMEDIA Enterprises, the business development arm of PRIMEDIA, today announced a close collaboration with Thorsen Tool Company to develop, innovate and enhance an existing line of automotive accessories. Geared to consumers and enthusiasts alike, the products managed by Thorsen Tool Company will elevate p ... Continue reading
Midnight Auto Signs Expansion Deal For Retail Stores & Service Centers
Oct 30, 2006
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Midnight Holdings Group, Inc ("MHGI" or the "Company") announces today that its subsidiary company, Midnight Auto Franchise Corp ("MAFC") has entered into an agreement with a Detroit-area private financial group to launch the first of what Midnight Auto anticipates will be 100 or mor ... Continue reading
Solutia Automotive Brings In-Your-Face Color and Elegant Style to SEMA Vehicles
Oct 30, 2006
Dodge Nitro and Jeep(R) Wrangler Unlimited utilize glass as integral elements of vehicle design LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30 -- Solutia Automotive continues to provide automotive designers the right tools to transform automotive glass from a standard commodity to a dramatic element of design. And, the heart-stopping results can ... Continue reading
Tire Pressure Safety Campaign Launched Before the Holidays
Oct 25, 2006
New Consumer Education Campaign Focuses on Safety Importance of Tire Pressure WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- As cooler weather approaches and in advance of the holiday driving season, The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers is launching a consumer safety campaign on the importance of maintaining proper tire pressure. The Alli ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago Offers Homeowners Tips for Winter
Oct 24, 2006
Planning Now Will Make for an Easier Time During Cold Weather AURORA, Ill., Oct. 23 -- As winter is on its way, it's important to remember that your home needs protection from winter weather. Take a few steps now to protect your home and family during the cold months ahead. Key areas for your winter safety checklist in ... Continue reading
Hyundai Extends Industry-Leading Warranty Through 2010
Oct 24, 2006
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 23 -- Hyundai Motor America announced today that it will extend its industry-leading warranty program, The Hyundai Advantage: America's Best Warranty(TM), through 2010. Since the 1999 model year, every new Hyundai vehicle sold in the U.S. has been backed by The Hyundai Advantage, covering ... Continue reading
Taking the Scare Out of Driving on Halloween
Oct 20, 2006
BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 19 -- Driving on Halloween can be frightening for motorists, especially when little "ghouls" and "goblins" -- out after dark and full of excitement -- forget road safety rules or wear costumes or masks that limit their vision. To help ensure safety on a night reserved for fun, the Car Care Council r ... Continue reading
Safelite(R) AutoGlass Market Teams Receive Prestigious Consumers' Choice Awards(TM)
Oct 20, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 19 -- Safelite AutoGlass' market teams have been named recipients of the 2006 Consumers' Choice Award(TM) (CCA) in all four of the markets in which it is handed out -- Atlanta, Dallas, Indianapolis and Columbus, Ohio -- in recognition of their excellence and commitment to quality customer service. ... Continue reading
Oct 14, 2006
Consumers Should Look for New Clean Diesel Label WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Starting tomorrow on Sunday, October 15, operators of more than eight million diesel-powered trucks and buses plying America's streets and highways will be able to fill up with a new, ultra-low sulfur fuel that is 97 percent cleaner than the old fo ... Continue reading
Armor All and Jon Wood Pick America's Top Car Detailer
Oct 14, 2006
--Contest Winner Named Honorary Pit Crew Member for Friday's Busch Series Race-- HARRISBURG, N.C., Oct. 13 -- Facing 20 minutes on the clock and one very dirty 2006 Ford Fusion, but armed with plenty of Armor All(R) products, Kathy Lozowski washed away the competition and earned the top spot in The Armor All/STP Produc ... Continue reading
AAA and Tire Industry Demonstrate How Improper Tire Care Can Affect Motorist's Safety
Oct 13, 2006
--Falling temperatures, wet or snowy weather conditions all affect how your vehicle grips the road. If tires are under inflated or bald, you may not be as connected to the road as you think. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics show that about one in every three cars has a significantly ... Continue reading
Brakes Plus Streamlines Operation with ShowMeTheParts
Oct 12, 2006
Brakes Plus Streamlines Operations and Technician Efficiency with Vertical Development, Inc.âs ShowMeTheParts -Application, Product and Pricing Data Consolidated- DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS â Brakes Plus, an installer, with 43 local repair facilities has consolidated multiple vendor catalogs into one in an effor ... Continue reading
Angelo, Gordon & Co. Acquires Citi Roadside Assistance Business
Oct 12, 2006
NEW YORK, Oct. 12 -- Angelo, Gordon & Co. ("Angelo Gordon") announced today that the firm has acquired a business unit from Citi Cards, a member of Citigroup, consisting of United States Auto Club, Motoring Division, Inc. and Associates Auto Club Services, Inc. The holding company is named Drive America Holdings, Inc. ... Continue reading
"OBNOXIOUS ODOR" A Lemon Makes
Oct 11, 2006
PRESS RELEASE "OBNOXIOUS ODOR" IN A BENTLEY MAKES THE CAR A "LEMON" FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE A jury, in Orange County, California, has determined that a "smelly" 2001 Bentley Arnage is a "lemon" under California's consumer protection statutes. The verdict, which was delivered on Tuesday, October 10, 2006, obligates Bentle ... Continue reading
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