Coming Soon: High Tech Safety Technology
Apr 6, 2006
Washington DC April 5, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that cars that can brake before a crash, steer back into traffic lanes, and even tell paramedics the heart rate of passengers after a crash were among new ideas discussed yesterday at the Society of Automotive Engineers' 2006 World Congress, reports The Detroit ... Continue reading
NASCAR Autocare by Ecolab Features Darrell Waltrip in TV Commercial Debut
Apr 6, 2006
ST. PAUL, Minn., April 5 -- NASCAR(R) Autocare by Ecolab(R) will launch a new television commercial introducing its full line of auto appearance products. Featuring NASCAR personality and FOX Sports Broadcast Analyst Darrell Waltrip, the commercial is scheduled to appear on ESPN, ESPN2, OLN and SPEED, early April. Usin ... Continue reading
Transportation Board Recommends Government Provide Tire Information
Apr 5, 2006
Washington DC April 4, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Transportation Research Board has recommended that the government collect information on how tires affect fuel efficiency in vehicles in order to help consumers select the most efficient brands, The Associated Press reports. According to a study conduc ... Continue reading
Apr 5, 2006
LOS ANGELES--April 5, 2006--Motorists will have 24-hour access to replacing lost or stolen high-tech electronic vehicle keys under a bill sponsored by the Automobile Club of Southern California scheduled to receive its first legislative committee hearing on April 18. Senate Bill 1542, authored by State Sen. Carole Migd ... Continue reading
Fuel Economy Expert Available to Offer Consumers Tips to Combat Increasing Gas Prices
Apr 4, 2006
WHAT: Fuel prices! Where will they go this week? Of course, no one really knows, but it's no secret that the prices have soared in recent months, exceeding $2.50 per gallon as consumers suffer from international tensions and "anticipatory pricing." Last week, the government introduced new fuel economy rules in response ... Continue reading
Subaru Supports National Car Care Month with FREE Clinics
Apr 4, 2006
Nationwide focus on vehicle maintenance and repair a focus in April CHERRY HILL, N.J., April 3 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced its support of National Car Care Month, a nationwide effort by businesses, civic groups, the government and the media to focus motorists' attention on the need to maintain and repair ... Continue reading
Free Vehicle Inspection and Child Passenger Safety Information Offered to Honda Owners
Apr 3, 2006
Free Vehicle Inspection and Child Passenger Safety Information Offered to Honda Owners in April TORRANCE, Calif., April 3 -- Honda dealerships nationwide are inviting owners to participate in Honda Car Care Days this April. In conjunction with the National Car Care Council's "National Car Care Month," participating dea ... Continue reading
Emitec PM METALIT(R) Reduces Up to 80 Percent of Diesel Particulates
Apr 3, 2006
DETROIT, April 3 -- Emitec, Inc. manufactures particulate matter (PM) METALIT(R), an innovative type of PM filter catalyst, which significantly reduces diesel particulate emissions and is easy to retrofit. "Emitec's PM METALIT(R) can reduce particulate matter by up to 80 percent, depending on the engine application," s ... Continue reading
Ten Tips for a Springtime-Ready Vehicle
Apr 3, 2006
FAIRFAX, Va.--April 3, 2006--Springtime is here, and the first warm weekend of the season traditionally triggers a symphony of cleaning products, vacuums and garden hoses. But while you might be in a hurry to put a shine on your vehicle, it's equally important to make sure it's ready for the warm weather on the inside ... Continue reading
Lear Environmentally Friendly Products Meet the Need for Improved Fuel Economy and Recyclability
Apr 3, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Consumer demand for more environmentally responsible vehicles is growing. Lear promotes "green" manufacturing in its plants and works closely with automakers and suppliers to reduce the environmental impact of its products. This includes eliminating hazardous materials through the educatio ... Continue reading
NHTSA's New Car Crash Damage Susceptibility Ratings
Apr 2, 2006
Comparison of Insurance Costs - 2006 COMPARISON OF DIFFERENCES IN INSURANCE COSTS FOR PASSENGER CARS, STATION WAGONS/PASSENGER VANS, PICKUPS AND UTILITY VEHICLES ON THE BASIS OF DAMAGE SUSCEPTIBILITY FEBRUARY 2006 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has provided the information in this booklet in ... Continue reading
Prepare Your Vehicle for Spring During National Car Care Month
Apr 1, 2006
BETHESDA, Md., March 31 -- There is no better time than National Car Care Month in April for motorists to become more car care aware about the very real economic, safety and environmental benefits of performing regular vehicle maintenance, according to the Car Care Council. During National Car Care Month, many repair f ... Continue reading
Hybrids Consume More Energy in Lifetime Than Chevrolet's Tahoe SUV
Mar 31, 2006
BANDON, Ore., March 31 -- As Americans become increasingly interested in fuel economy and global warming, they are beginning to make choices about the vehicles they drive based on fuel economy and to a lesser degree emissions. But many of those choices aren't actually the best in terms of vehicle lifetime energy usage ... Continue reading
Safety Institute Revises Front Crash Test Procedure
Mar 31, 2006
Washington DC March 31, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that frontal offset crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is undergoing a major change. The Institute is initiating a new approach involving evaluations based on manufacturers' own frontal tests of vehicles meeting requirements es ... Continue reading
The 2006 Jeep Commander Earns Top Government Safety Rating from NHTSA - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Mar 30, 2006
Jeep Commander Is the 11th Vehicle in the All-new Chrysler Group Lineup to Receive Five Stars for Frontal Crash Protection Auburn Hills, MI - March 30, 2006: The 2006 Jeep Commander has received the government's highest rating for frontal-impact crash protection from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( ... Continue reading
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