News By Topic: Parts Dealers

Telling The Chevrolet Volt Story Wins SAE An Award

Jun 21, 2011

A digital magazine telling the inside story of the 2011 Chevrolet Volt's development, published by SAE International, has won the 2011 "Best of Internet" award at the 20th International Automotive Media Awards (IAMA). The IAMAs are an annual program to recognize and encourage excellence in all forms of automotive journ ... Continue reading

Using Cars in Motion to Generate Energy: One Company Has A Way

Jun 21, 2011

New Energy Technologies, Inc. , today announced an important next step towards commercialization of its MotionPower technology with plans to develop systems for storing and distributing electricity, generated from the motion of vehicles by the Company's patent-pending technology. ... Continue reading

Recycled Cardboard Packaging Helps Keep the 2012 Buick Verano Quiet

Jun 21, 2011

Federal-Mogul Corporation's innovative, environmentally-friendly QuietShield GRN insulation product that first debuted on the 2010 Buick LaCrosse also will be used by General Motors to help eliminate cabin noise in the new 2012 Buick Verano. Comprised of recycled cardboard packaging and other byproducts normally discar ... Continue reading

Zipcar App Lets Members Search For and Reserve Cars

Jun 21, 2011

Zipcar, Inc. , the world's leading car sharing network, today announced the official launch of its Android mobile application with the removal of the public beta tag. With the introduction of its Android app, Zipcar is adding to its collection of mobile applications and services that work with members through all stage ... Continue reading

Auto Thefts Are Down Again For 2010

Jun 21, 2011

The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) reported today that 2010 continued the trend of declining national vehicle thefts for the seventh consecutive year. While the top five hot spots for 2010 showed an increase in thefts over the previous year, the other areas on the top 10 list actually had fewer thefts. ... Continue reading

40 Cities Will Be Visited By Kia's Concerts

Jun 21, 2011

For the fourth consecutive year, Kia Motors America (KMA) will hit the road and visit more than 40 U.S. cities this summer as "Official Vehicle of the 2011 Vans Warped Tour." ... Continue reading

The Jaguar C-X75 Hybrid Supercar Gets Concept Car of the Year Award - VIDEO ENHANCED

Jun 21, 2011

The high-performance Jaguar C-X75 received top honors last night at the 10th annual North American Concept Vehicle of the Year Awards in Detroit, MI, where the stunning range extended supercar was named the Most Significant Concept Vehicle of 2011 in addition to receiving the Concept Car of the Year award. ... Continue reading

Johnson Controls Will Acquire Keiper and Recaro Automotive

Jun 20, 2011

Acquisition Further Enhances Johnson Controls Metal Components Product Portfolio Johnson Controls, a global leader in automotive seating, interiors and electronics, completed the previously announced acquisition of Keiper and Recaro Automotive. The European Commission in Brussels, Belgium approved the acquisition on 17 ... Continue reading

Fuel Created By Cows Makes Dairy Farm Trucks Run Cleaner

Jun 20, 2011

Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. announced today that it has received a contract in the amount of $434,000 for high capacity natural gas on-board storage tanks from Agility Fuel Systems for use in Class 8 renewable natural gas powered dairy trucks. The tanks will be installed on Kenworth T800 Class 8 t ... Continue reading

In 10 Minutes Drivers Can Be Confident That Their Car is Ready for Tavel

Jun 20, 2011

A simple driveway inspection can give motorists peace of mind and save them from the inconvenience of a roadside breakdown, according to the Car Care Council. "No one wants to experience car trouble while on vacation," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. "A simple vehicle inspection can help avoid th ... Continue reading

Many Child Safety Seats Improperly Installed In Pennsylvania

Jun 20, 2011

More than three-quarters of the 319 child passenger safety seats inspected by Pennsylvania state troopers during a two-week enforcement effort were found to be improperly installed, State Police Commissioner Frank Noonan said today. "Child passenger safety seat restraint systems save lives, but only when they are used ... Continue reading

Cars 2 Gets Goodyear Tire As A Sponsor

Jun 20, 2011

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced the details of its promotion of Disney and Pixar's high-octane animated comedy adventure "Cars 2," which opens in theaters nationwide on June 24, 2011. Inspired by Goodyear and the iconic Pixar character Buzz Lightyear, "Lightyear" tires will reprise the role as animat ... Continue reading

Toyota Helps Five Charities Across the Country

Jun 20, 2011

Toyota, in part with the Today Show's "Lend a Hand Series" with Al Roker, provided new vehicles to five deserving charities across the country this week in order to help the local charities continue to restore hope and opportunity in their respective communities. Now in its tenth consecutive year, "Lend a Hand" continu ... Continue reading

Eco-Smart I Electric Bus Averages Up to 30 miles Per Gallon

Jun 20, 2011

DesignLine Corporation, the leading designer and manufacturer of electric drive systems for the commercial bus market, announced yet another milestone today with its all electric bus, the Eco-Smart I, averaging up to 30 miles per gallon (diesel equivalent) in actual, daily passenger service while maintaining 100% up-ti ... Continue reading

Give Up Your Car for a Month--Zipcar Announces a Low-Car Diet

Jun 20, 2011

Zipcar, Inc. , the world's leading car sharing network, today announced the launch of its fourth annual Low-Car Diet challenge. As part of the challenge, Zipcar is calling for car owners in participating markets to pledge to give up their personally-owned vehicles for 30 days and seek alternative methods of transportat ... Continue reading