IIHS: Small SUV Headlight Too Dim +VIDEO
Jul 15, 2016
Most small SUV headlights rate poor in IIHS evaluations ARLINGTON, Va. — Not a single small SUV out of 21 tested earns a good rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's headlight evaluations, and only four are available with acceptable-rated headlights.Among the 21 vehicles, there are 47 different headlig ... Continue reading
Nearly 80 Percent of Drivers Express Significant Anger, Aggression or Road Rage
Jul 14, 2016
WASHINGTON, July 14, 2016: Nearly 80 percent of drivers expressed significant anger, aggression or road rage behind the wheel at least once in the past year, according to a new study released today by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The most alarming findings suggest that approximately eight million U.S. drivers ... Continue reading
Sharing Economy Exposes Summer Travelers To Insurance Risks
Jul 13, 2016
KANSAS CITY, Mo., July 13, 2016 -- As the U.S. summer travel season peaks, consumer use of sharing platforms continues to climb. Global revenue from sharing services will hit $335 billion by 2025, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers. In addition to home and ride-sharing, consumers are now renting and sharing everything ... Continue reading
Airstream To Launch Airstream Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty
Jul 12, 2016
JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, July 12, 2016 -- Airstream, the most recognized RV manufacturer in North America, announced today its partnership with Phoenix American Warranty Company, Inc. (Phoenix American), to launch a new Certified Pre-Owned service contract program to its dealers. "With a 67-point inspection requirement, t ... Continue reading
Jaguar Land Rover Demonstrates All-Terrain Self-Driving Research +VIDEO
Jul 12, 2016
Jaguar Land Rover’s vision is to offer autonomous driving on any terrain World-first demonstration of an ‘Off-Road Connected Convoy’ using car-to-car communication to aid progress and enhance the driver experience Whitley, UK: Jaguar Land Rover has demonstrated a range of innovative research technologies that wou ... Continue reading
Join Auto Lab Live 8-10 AM (EDT) July 9, 2016; Car Comment or Concern? Call 888-692-7234
Jul 8, 2016
Join Auto Lab Live 8-10 AM (EDT) July 9, 2016; Car Comment or Concern? Call 888-692-7234 ... Continue reading
Jul 7, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.—Ford, America’s truck leader, gives drivers more confidence and control behind the wheel of the all-new 2017 Ford F-Series Super Duty pickup with class-exclusive driver-assist technologies. Adaptive cruise control, adaptive steering, and Blind Spot Information System with trailer coverage are three ... Continue reading
LoJack Urges Consumers to Take Action Against the Threat of the 'Connected Vehicle Thief'
Jul 7, 2016
CANTON, Mass. and IRVINE, Calif., July 7, 2016 -- LoJack, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CalAmp and a leader in vehicle theft recovery has launched a campaign as part of National Vehicle Theft Protection Month in July to raise awareness of the Connected Vehicle Thief. With the emergence of sophisticated connected vehicle ... Continue reading
Parents, Beware of the Risk of Teen Drivers' Car Accidents during the Summer Months
Jul 6, 2016
SAN DIEGO, July 6, 2016 -- Based on recent research by AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, car accidents involving teenage drivers are substantially increasing during the summer due to teen distracted driving. They call it "100 deadliest days" - the study found that on average 1,022 people died in accidents involving te ... Continue reading
Are Ethanol Opponents Sniffing Glue?
Jul 3, 2016
Something is making them dizzy! By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL AUTO CENTRAL - June 9, 2016: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency held a public hearing today in Kansas City, Missouri. The hearing is part of the EPA process for setting/recommending the proposed rule "Renewable Fue ... Continue reading
2016 USA Traffic Deaths Up 7.7% Says NHTSA
Jul 1, 2016
WASHINGTON July 1, 2016; Preliminary data released today by the U.S. Department of Transportationâs National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show a 7.7 percent increase in motor vehicle traffic deaths in 2015. An estimated 35,200 people died in 2015, up from the 32,675 reported fatalities in 2014. âEver ... Continue reading
Motorcycle Theft: Statistics, Trends & Recommendations
Jul 1, 2016
Motorcycle Theft: Statistics, Trends & Recommendations Over the last few years, the motorcycle industry has benefited from strong increases in sales across all sectors. In January 2016 alone, sales of new motorbikes increased by 14.2%, however, accompanying the rise of motorbike sales, is an associated rise in motorbik ... Continue reading
Best of Auto Lab 8-10 AM (EDT) July 2, 2016
Jul 1, 2016
July 2, 2016, Today's Show Is A Prerecorded "Best Of Auto Lab; Please Call With Your Question Or Opinion Next Week Auto Lab is a 27 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with ... Continue reading
Safest Cities for Drivers As Deadliest Day on the Road, Looms Closely
Jun 28, 2016
NORTHBROOK, Ill., June 28, 2016 -- For the first time ever, Brownsville, Texas, is the safest-driving city on Allstate's 12th annual America's Best Drivers Report®.i The report serves as an important safe-driving reminder as motorists prepare to hit the roads for the July Fourth holiday â which the Insurance In ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS: June 20-26, 2016: MB; Ford; VW; Maserati; Infiniti; RVs, Buses
Jun 27, 2016
NHTSA RECALLS: June 20-26, 2016: MB; Ford; VW; Maserati; Infiniti; RVs, Buses ... Continue reading
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