Ford Wins the Most Automotive Excellence Awards in History From Popular Mechanics Magazine
Oct 28, 2009
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 28 -- -- Ford sets a precedent in the Popular Mechanics 2010 Automotive Excellence Awards, winning more categories by a single brand than any other automaker in the history of the awards -- Ford vehicles winning this year's awards are the 2010 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 in the Performance category, ... Continue reading
IBM Announces Major New Study on the Future of the Trucking Industry - VIDEO STORY
Oct 27, 2009
ARMONK, NY - October 27, 2009: IBM is announcing a major new study on the future of the trucking industry. Truck 2020 says that some of the traditional reasons for fleet purchases â such as the brand name of the truck â have gone out the window, and now there is incredible pressure for hybridization of trucks ... Continue reading
Fisker Automotive to Buy U.S. Assembly Plant to Build Affordable Plug-in Hybrid Cars
Oct 27, 2009
WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 27 -- Fisker Automotive has selected the Wilmington Assembly plant in Wilmington Delaware to build affordable plug-in hybrid cars. Fisker executives made the announcement inside the dormant facility today, joined by Vice President Joe Biden, Delaware Governor Jack Markell and other state official ... Continue reading
Oct 19, 2009
DALLAS, Oct. 18 -- -- 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor captures the "2009 Truck of Texas" title, named by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA), the seventh consecutive award for Ford -- Ford Work Solutions productivity technology developed for commercial fleet customers named "Outstanding Feature" -- Ford trucks also wi ... Continue reading
Even Oil Rich Iran Recognizes the Importance and Potential of CNG
Oct 19, 2009
Ironically, the leader of the Axis of Evil looks to the very same abundant national fuel source for economic stability and environmental improvement that America continues to shun By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL For years, some of us in California have laughed whenever we see trucks ... Continue reading
Kia Reveals Name of All-New Luxury Sedan: Cadenza - VIDEO ENHANCED
Oct 18, 2009
Kia reveals name of all-new luxury sedan (SEOUL) October 18, 2009 - Kia Motors Corporation has unveiled the first official picture and export market name of the production version of its KND-5 concept car - an all-new sedan designed to satisfy drivers' desire for refinement, safety and emotional satisfaction by creatin ... Continue reading
Oct 17, 2009
MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 16 -- With $11 trillion in wealth lost during 2008 and corresponding reductions in net worth and assets among affluent consumers, luxury marketers are confronting the biggest challenges they've faced in decades, said Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) vice president of marketing Stephen Cannon during an add ... Continue reading
Oct 17, 2009
NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- After a week on display in famed Grand Central Station, leading the Columbus Day parade with a 1929 V16 powered road car which won the World Speed Record in 1929, Maserati welcomed the brand New GranTurismo Convertible to a packed room at its Corporate Showroom on Park Avenue. According to Mark McN ... Continue reading
Suzuki Launches New 2010 Kizashi Sedan - VIDEO ENHANCED
Oct 16, 2009
- With the introduction of the all-new Kizashi, Suzuki delivers the sophistication and driving experience of premium sport sedans for the price of an ordinary midsize car. - Kizashi is an uncommon blend of the emotionally satisfying elements of fine European sedans and the virtues of modern Japanese car ownership. - No ... Continue reading
New 2010 Renault Mégane R.S.: the Latest Renault Sporting Vehicle - VIDEO ENHANCED
Oct 16, 2009
PARIS - October 16, 2009: New Mégane R.S. is the latest addition to Renault's line-up of sporting vehicles and stands out from the other models that make up the Mégane range through its styling and performance which live up every bit to the newcomer's sporty pedigree. In response to customer demand, New Mégane R.S. ... Continue reading
Oct 15, 2009
Hybrids lead the way in 2010 The 2010 fuel economy ratings prove that hybrids have gone mainstream. Not only are 9 of the top 10 vehicles on EPA's best fuel economy list hybrids, but there's now a hybrid for everyone. It's not either a Prius or and Insight any more. The thirty-two 2010 models offer car buyers the choic ... Continue reading
Oct 15, 2009
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 15 -- Due to cost-cutting measures such as renegotiation of union and supplier contracts, the "breakeven point" for the domestic automotive industry will decrease by more than 2 million units when comparing current industry conditions to those forecasted in 2010, according to Gary Dilts, senior vice pre ... Continue reading
Falcon Heene Found at Home...SAFE - EXTENSIVE AIRBORNE SEARCH VIDEO
Oct 15, 2009
"Awright, awright, break it up, everybody go home. There's nuthin' to see here." That's what the cops used to say when a crowd would form. Anyway, Six-year old Falcon Heene was found safe at home, after all. Appearently, the family are sort-of newshounds and minor celebrities, as indicated by the photo on the top of th ... Continue reading
UPDATE: 6-year-old Falcon Heene Floats Away in balloon - FIRST VIDEO
Oct 15, 2009
From KMGH-TV's Newsroom FT COLLINS, CO - October 15, 2009: A 6-year-old boy is missing after floating over northeastern Colorado in a homebuilt balloon and touched down about 2 hours after lifting off. The balloon touched down about 2 miles east of Prospect Reservoir at 1:35 p.m., but the boy was not inside. The balloo ... Continue reading
Oct 15, 2009
VARESE, Italy, Oct. 15 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. today announced its third quarter financial results and unveiled key elements of its go-forward business strategy to drive growth through a single-minded focus on the unique strengths of the Harley-Davidson® brand. As part of this strategy, the Company will divest its MV ... Continue reading
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