Jul 18, 2011
GE Energy Industrial Solutions and Lowe's announce today at the Plug-In 2011 Conference and Exposition they will partner to offer consumers the fast-charging, easy-to-use, energy-efficient GE WattStation Wall Mount Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station. ... Continue reading
Jiffy Lube Greases the Wheels of Car Care with New App
Jul 18, 2011
Jiffy Lube International, Inc. today releases its new iPhone application that puts convenience and education back into car care by giving drivers the ability to store and organize vital vehicle information in the palm of their hand. Additionally, the "app" arms drivers on the go with tips like how to jump a dead batter ... Continue reading
Dutch Electric Vehicle Charging Station Manufacturer Alfen Joins Coulomb Technologies
Jul 18, 2011
Coulomb Technologies and leading European electric vehicle (EV) charging station manufacturer, Alfen today announced that Alfen's ICU Twin public charging station is the latest to be compatible with Coulomb's ChargePoint Network. ... Continue reading
GM, Nissan, and Mitsubishi Add to the Growth of Electric Vehicles
Jul 18, 2011
In 2010 the combined production of consumer hybrid and electric vehicles totaled about 1.15 million. In 2016, according to ABI Research's forecasts, global production will approach 4.9 million. The big change in the market in 2011 is the introduction of plug-in hybrids and pure electric vehicles from major manufacturer ... Continue reading
Find the Closest Electric Charging Station Through the GPS
Jul 18, 2011
Coulomb Technologies today announced it will partner with TomTom for an industry-first partnership to extend ChargePoint Network driver services into electric vehicles (EV). The partnership will help to fuel EV adoption by reducing range anxiety, extending driving range and maximizing the EV driving experience by bring ... Continue reading
Ford eNews - Week Ending July 15, 2011
Jul 17, 2011
Ford hits hatchback sweet spot with Fiesta and Focus U.S. sales of popular five-door hatchbacks continue to skyrocket, and it's a trend reflected in two of Ford's hottest-selling cars: About half of retail sales of the 2011 Fiesta are for the hatchback model; the sales mix for the all-new 2012 Focus is 41 percent hatch ... Continue reading
Garmin Cleared for Acquisition of Navigon
Jul 17, 2011
Garmin Ltd. announced today that it has received antitrust clearance from Germany's Federal Cartel Office in connection with the planned acquisition of privately held navigation provider Navigon AG by a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. The acquisition is expected to be completed on July 26, 2011. About Garmin Ltd. The global ... Continue reading
Charge Your Car At Home with the Help of Leviton
Jul 16, 2011
Leviton, a leading global manufacturer of electrical devices, today announced the expansion of its Evr-Green line of residential, commercial and public charging systems with the addition of the 120 Level 1 Portable Charger and 160 Level 2 Home Charging Station. The two devices will be available for purchase by resident ... Continue reading
Stranded? Call AAA and Have Your Electric Vehicle Charged
Jul 16, 2011
What: AAA, the nation's largest motor club, will unveil North America's first roadside assistance truck capable of charging electric vehicles at a news conference during the Plug-In 2011 Conference & Exposition. National AAA Automotive experts will discuss plans to integrate AAA Mobile Electric Vehicle Charging trucks ... Continue reading
Infiniti Gives Its Fans the Final Say
Jul 16, 2011
Infiniti continues to challenge conventions by allowing the brand's legions of enthusiasts to not only preview new bold and competitive TV spots first, but also select which they prefer to run most often. Today, Infiniti unveiled two new 15-second spots entitled "Lullaby" and "Spa" exclusively on the brand's Facebook p ... Continue reading
Manage Your Car From Your Phone from Ituran
Jul 15, 2011
Ituran USA has introduced a mobile application that makes it easier for Android smart phone users to manage their vehicles and assets directly from their mobile devices. "We are intensely focused on building mobile solutions that will help Driveit, Rideit, Controlit and Manageit customers have immediate access to infor ... Continue reading
Jul 15, 2011
SHIJIAZHUANG, China--AutoChina International Limited , China's largest commercial vehicle sales, servicing, leasing, and support network, today announced that the Company leased 3,446 commercial vehicles in the second quarter of 2011, compared to 4,130 in the second quarter of 2010. Since launching its commercial vehic ... Continue reading
Jul 15, 2011
SoCal Penske today announced the addition of Penske Chevrolet of Buena Park, located in the Buena Park Auto Center in Buena Park, California. SoCal Penske was awarded the Chevrolet franchise to fill an open market for Chevrolet in Buena Park and is pleased to add another Chevrolet Dealership to its growing footprint of ... Continue reading
Win Up to Five Years of Free Fuel in Shell V-Power "Fuel My Passion" Sweepstakes by Loving Your Car
Jul 15, 2011
Who knew loving your car could pay off, butsixauto enthusiasts throughout the country are now fuelling their favorite rides for free thanks to Shell. With more than 5,000 entrants vying for a chance to win up to five years of free Shell gasoline in the third annual Shell V-Power "Fuel My Passion" Sweepstakes, these six ... Continue reading
The Ultimate Performance SUV: 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jul 15, 2011
Offers unique blend of legendary Jeep capability and utility, head-turning SRT performance, luxury and refinement, and innovative advanced technologies Best performing Jeep vehicle ever: 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds; quarter mile in mid-13 second range; top speed of 160 mph; 60-0 mph braking in 116 feet Most powerful Jeep v ... Continue reading
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