Nov 15, 2010
eAssist "light electrification" system produces 25-percent increase in fuel economy eAssist technology is standard on all 2012 models with the 2.4L four-cylinder engine Provides customers with a full-size luxury sedan featuring 37 mpg highway and 25 mpg city for about $30,000 (exact pricing has not yet been set) Boost ... Continue reading
Custom Rides, Performance Products and Mobile Electronics Highlight LA Auto Show's Kentia Hall
Nov 14, 2010
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 12, 2010 LOS ANGELES, Nov. 12, 2010 -- The LA Auto Show has an entire hall dedicated to the automotive aftermarket and specialty vehicle industries. Â Kentia Hall features a jaw-dropping array of products ranging from limited production cars to customized exotics and the latest in mobile electronics ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to Showcase Moparized Vehicles in Los Angeles
Nov 13, 2010
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 12, 2010 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 12, 2010 -- Mopar will be on display in L.A. Chrysler Group LLC will feature four Moparized vehicles at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show, which takes place Nov. 19 - 28 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Mopar-modified vehicles on display will include Ra ... Continue reading
2012 Mustang Boss 302 Lets Loose With TracKey; Choose Stock or Full-Race Calibration
Nov 11, 2010
2012 Mustang Boss 302 owners through Ford dealers, adds TracMode powertrain control software to the car for track use, providing full race calibration and two-stage launch control in addition to stock calibration, without compromising factory warranty Using a dual-path powertrain control module (PCM), TracKey software ... Continue reading
All-New, High-Tech 2012 Ford Focus Is Named Official Car of the 2011 International CES
Nov 9, 2010
2012 Ford Focus will be the official car of the 2011 International CES held on Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas The all-new Focus is an ideal matchup for CES; demonstrating that high-end, high-demand tech features such as Ford SYNC, MyFord Touch, HD Radio, and in-car Wi-Fi capability can be expertly blended into a fun-to-drive ca ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results
Nov 9, 2010
CARSON, Calif., Nov. 8, 2010 CARSON, Calif., Nov. 8, 2010 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. , one of the largest online providers of automotive aftermarket parts and accessories, today reported net sales for the third quarter ended October 2, 2010 of $72.3 million compared with Q3 2009 net sales of $47.0 million. Exclud ... Continue reading
SB LiMotive to Provide Lithium-ion Battery Packs for Fiat 500EV
Nov 8, 2010
Fiat 500EV, which will be launched in the U.S. market in 2012. The Fiat 500EV, which demonstrates the benefits of the Chrysler and Fiat alliance, will be an environmentally friendly, clean, and quiet vehicle for the U.S. subcompact passenger car market. The Fiat 500EV powertrain is comprised of three main systems: high ... Continue reading
Visteon Debuts Its Compact Electric Air Conditioning Compressor for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Nov 8, 2010
new lightweight electric compressor from Visteon Corporation (OTC: VSTO) contributes to the "green" profile of the recently launched BMW ActiveHybrid 7, part of the BMW 7 Series. By utilizing its global expertise with compressors and electronics, Visteon designed an integrated solution that meets the demands of hybrid ... Continue reading
Chrysler News of the Week VIDEO Wrap-Up
Nov 7, 2010
AUBURN HILLS, MI - November 7, 2010: This week's Under the Pentastar focuses on Mopar's major presence at the SEMA show in Las Vegas, unveiling the Charger Redline, Rich Evans Challenger, Dodge Durango Citadel Black and Tan Edition and a host of Moparized Jeeps. We also recap Chrysler Group LLC's hot October sales resu ... Continue reading
Nov 7, 2010
LEHI, Utah--The NASCAR Car Wash Company (NCW), exclusive developer of NASCAR themed car washes emerging in North America and the U.S. territories, has entered into an agreement with Richard Miller of Sierra Car Wash, a Northern California and Nevada enterprise, to reflag, build and operate car wash locations under the ... Continue reading
Two Continental Technologies Named Finalists for 2011 Automotive News PACE Awards
Nov 6, 2010
- Accelerator Force Feedback Pedal improves safety and fuel economy by delivering haptic feedback through active pedal. - EC Fuel Pump improves energy consumption and reduces CO2 emissions in gasoline, diesel and flex-fuel vehicles. AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 5, 2010 -- Two key innovations from Continental's Automotive ... Continue reading
Mopar Customised Vehicles Feature At The 2010 SEMA Show
Nov 4, 2010
Mopar showcased 35 vehicles at the recent 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which took place November 2-5 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mopar filled its 4660 square metres space with customised Jeep, Dodge, Fiat, Chrysler and Ram Truck vehicles. ... Continue reading
Hottest Car, Truck and 4x4-SUV Announced at the 2010 SEMA Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 2, 2010
LAS VEGAS--The inaugural SEMA Award was presented to the Chevrolet Camaro for the Hottest Car, the Ford F-Series for the Hottest Truck and the Jeep Wrangler for the Hottest 4x4-SUV, during the 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. âA booth space is a ballot, and the models these exhibitors have selected represent their vot ... Continue reading
Nov 2, 2010
OLATHE, Kan.--Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. , the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today that its automotive OEM division will provide a connected and integrated navigation package for the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and SX4 models, including the SX4 Crossover, SX4 Sport and SX4 SportBac ... Continue reading
2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid At 2010 SEMA Show
Nov 2, 2010
SEMA,LAS VEGAS November 2, 2010; Twelve modified 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupes are featured prominently in the Honda booth at the 2010 SEMA Show, which opens today. As the first available sport hybrid, the CR-Z demonstrates new opportunities for vehicle personalization among the import tuner community. Several si ... Continue reading
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