Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Markets to Approach $10 Billion in 2011, Says ABI Research
May 12, 2011
LONDON--Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have been expensive add-on technical features for luxury vehicles for over 10 years. During 2011, or perhaps more accurately Model Year 2012, features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and low-speed collision mitigation will finally become availab ... Continue reading
It Looks Good! Mopar Grilles New Chrysler 300
May 9, 2011
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 9, 2011 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 9, 2011 Mopar maximizes the thrill of the grille and the appeal of the wheel; Offers eight custom grilles and six wheel-design packages for all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 Eight new custom grilles, including two constructed of billet aluminum; prices range from $310 t ... Continue reading
Nissan Determined To Put Zolder Behind It And Get GT1 Season Back On Track In Portimao
May 4, 2011
It was a weekend to forget for Nissan during the second round of the GT1 World Championship in Belgium, but three weeks on, and with plenty of time to reflect on exactly what went wrong at Zolder, both teams running the Nissan GT-R in this year's series are confident of making amends as the race series moves to the Por ... Continue reading
May 2, 2011
FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 2, 2011 FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 2, 2011 -- Infiniti today presented a $100,000 check in the name of University of Florida men's basketball coach Billy Donovan's designated charity, the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation, for winning the inaugural Infiniti Coaches' Charity Challenge. Donovan received an asto ... Continue reading
Porsche Launches Limited Edition 500 hp Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0
Apr 28, 2011
Porsche launches a new variant of the celebrated and successful racing pedigree 911 GT3 RS this July, offering even more power and greater performance. Limited to 600 vehicles worldwide, the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 takes all the attributes that have made the Porsche 911 GT3 a serial winner on the race track and moves the GT3 ro ... Continue reading
Apr 27, 2011
SAN DIEGO, April 27, 2011 SAN DIEGO, April 27, 2011 -- SmartDrive Systems, a leader in fleet safety and operational efficiency, has been awarded Blanket Purchase Agreement #GS-30F-BPA03, effective April 7, 2011, by the US General Services Administration, for the purchase of SmartDrive in-vehicle video recorders and dri ... Continue reading
The New Sport Diesel MINI Countryman.
Apr 21, 2011
Mini Australia today confirmed the introduction of a high-performance diesel engine, which debuted at the Geneva Motor Show, into the local Countryman ALL4 line up. ... Continue reading
3M Acquires Original Wraps Inc.
Apr 20, 2011
ST. PAUL, Minn.--3M announced today it has acquired Original Wraps Inc., a Golden, Colo.-based company specializing in the creative business development, technology and design of personalization platforms for vehicles and vehicle accessories. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. â3Mââ¬â¢s indust ... Continue reading
Tesla Takes Auto Retail High-Tech With Digital Design Studio
Apr 20, 2011
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Tesla Motors launched theà Design Studio, a tool that allows consumers to customize, view and share their own Tesla electric vehicles on the web, on their smartphones and iPads, and at Tesla stores. Using HTML5 for cross-platform compatibility, the Design Studio makes the buying experience flexibl ... Continue reading
Audi Hands Over First R8 GT To Customer
Apr 20, 2011
The first of 333 Audi R8 GT vehicles has hit the road: a customer from the UK received the keys for his Phantom Black high performance sports car today at the Audi Forum in Neckarsulm. ... Continue reading
Apr 16, 2011
PAINESVILLE, Ohio--Avery Dennison Graphics and Reflective Solutions announced today the launch of CarWraps.net, an easy-to-use website that makes it convenient for small business owners and consumers to brand or personalize their car with vinyl graphic media. âWe are committed to providing business and consumers w ... Continue reading
Revive Your Ride! WIN BIG SPRING GIVEAWAY Kicks Into Gear
Apr 16, 2011
IRVINE, Calif.--Riders across the country, start your engines: the Revive Your Ride! WIN BIG SPRING GIVEAWAY kicks into gear today. Running April 15 through June 30, the national powersports industry promotion offers all riders a chance to win one of 50 great prizes, from windshields, helmets, leather jackets, motorcyc ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Sonic Gets Sporty With Z-Spec Accessories
Apr 14, 2011
PR Newswire DETROIT, April 14, 2011 DETROIT, April 14, 2011 -- Exterior accessories include ground effects, exhaust tip, spoiler, mirror caps, grille surrounds, graphics and 16- or 17-inch painted alloy wheels Interior accessories include aluminum sport pedals and sill plates On sale by the end of 2011 Chevrolet today ... Continue reading
2012 Chevrolet Camaro Engine: More Power, Efficiency
Apr 13, 2011
PR Newswire DETROIT, April 13, 2011 DETROIT, April 13, 2011 -- A new, more powerful and more efficient version of the 3.6L direct-injected V-6 will be standard in the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. It delivers an SAE-certified 323 horsepower (241 kW) at 6,800 rpm ââ¬â 11 horsepower (8 kW) more than 2011 models. It ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Introduces Mopar '11 Charger
Apr 13, 2011
PR Newswire AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 13, 2011 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 13, 2011 -- New special-edition Mopar Charger will be limited to 1,000 units Select Mopar parts enhance performance and distinguish new 2011 Dodge Charger HEMI®-powered, high-speed engine controller and 3.91 final-drive drop 0-to-60 times Cha ... Continue reading
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