Toyota and VMI Announce 2nd Annual Star Spangled Salute Contest for Disabled U.S. Veterans
Apr 3, 2014
â Toyota Motor Sales USA and Vantage Mobility International (VMI) announced today the 2nd Annual Operation Independence Star Spangled Salute contest. The online contest gives Americaâs disabled military veterans the chance to win a new Toyota Sienna with VMIâs Access 360 In-floor Ramp Conversion system. ... Continue reading
GM Statement: Barra Vows to Rebuild Customer Trust
Apr 3, 2014
General Motors CEO Mary Barra today testified before the Senate Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety and Insurance investigating the GM ignition switch recall. The following statement may be attributed to her âThe issues raised in the hearing were tough but fair. I appreciate the intense interest by ... Continue reading
Popular Ram "Black Package" Expands to Ram Heavy Duty Pickup
Apr 3, 2014
For 2014, on the heels of an overwhelming response for the Ram 1500 Black Express package, the brand now offers a new, even more imposing visual appearance treatment for the Ram Heavy Duty (2500 and 3500 SRW). Making its debut at this week's Atlanta International Auto Show, the Ram Black Appearance Group is a combinati ... Continue reading
New Dodge Scat Pack Stage Kits to Boost Performance While Preserving Vehicle Warranty
Apr 3, 2014
Dodge Scat Pack performance stage kits from Mopar will be supported by vehicle warranty â an industry-first from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for such a high-level of performance modifications Scat Pack 1, 2 and 3 performance stage kits available for the 2014 Dodge Challenger and 2014 Dodge Charger R/T ... Continue reading
CEO Mary Barra's Written Congressional Testimony Now Available
Apr 1, 2014
GM Chief Executive Officer Mary Barraâs written testimony was submitted today to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. Her testimony addresses the GM Ignition Switch Recall and answers the question: âWhy Did It Take So Long?â Barra is scheduled to give o ... Continue reading
Mar 26, 2014
As consumers are opting to purchase auto parts online, a new study from AutoPartsWarehouse.com reveals that these parts-purchasing consumers are far from 'gear heads' and that women are also showing up online to buy auto parts. While the majority surveyed identified as 'Occasional DIYers' (Do It Yourself) or 'DIFMers' ... Continue reading
Mar 25, 2014
In celebration of the 2014 college basketball tournament, Acura will debut an innovative multi-media marketing campaign featuring the all-new 2015 Acura TLX sports sedan, going on-sale this summer. The campaign titled "Official Vehicle of Everything Thrilling," launches this month and will run extensively across ESPN d ... Continue reading
Mar 21, 2014
February engine output idling ahead of new vehicle acceleration February engine manufacturing was 2.4% behind 2013 levels at 220,466 units as plants wait for full-scale vehicle output. Output for export rises 3.9% in the month growing the export share to 64% of production. UK engine manufacturing set for major growth w ... Continue reading
10+ Year Vehicle Lifespan is the 'New Normal'
Mar 20, 2014
78% of consumers say appropriate lifespan is 10+ years or until vehicle dies--and say improving economy won't change that; two thirds have over 100,000 miles on primary vehicle, although number who say they will drive 'until it dies' decreases 20 percentage points from 2010 CARSON, Calif., March 20, 2014 -- Lengthy veh ... Continue reading
New Goodyear Blimp Takes First Flight
Mar 18, 2014
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company's newest blimp took to the skies Monday for its maiden flight. The test flight is part of a comprehensive training program Goodyear pilots and crew will undergo over the next two months. The new blimp will officially be ready to begin travelling to cities around the United States afte ... Continue reading
On the Heels of Recalls, GM Announces New Vehicle Safety Chief
Mar 18, 2014
General Motors CEO Mary Barra today named a new vehicle safety leader whose first priority will be to quickly identify and resolve product safety issues. Jeff Boyer, has been named to the newly created position of Vice President, Global Vehicle Safety, effective immediately. Boyer, who has spent nearly 40 years in a wi ... Continue reading
Mar 17, 2014
Honda will voluntarily recall 886,815 Odyssey minivans from the 2005-2010 model-years in the United States to replace the fuel strainer, free of charge. Prolonged exposure to acidic chemicals, which are present in some car wash formulas and the general environment, along with high ambient temperatures, may cause the co ... Continue reading
You Don't Need the Luck of the Irish to Make Your Car Green
Mar 17, 2014
The luck of the Irish won't make your car green, but performing basic vehicle maintenance will not only help protect the environment, but will also keep more "green" in your wallet, says the non-profit Car Care Council. "To be car care aware, you don't need to be lucky, just proactive," said Rich White, executive direc ... Continue reading
Mar 17, 2014
Alcoa , the inventor and global leader of forged aluminum wheels, is investing US$13 million to expand its wheel manufacturing plant in Europe, to meet growing demand for its lightweight, durable, low-maintenance aluminum truck wheels. âDemand for Alcoaâs forged aluminum wheels continues to grow in Europe, as ... Continue reading
Goodyear Reveals Larger, Faster Airship; Launches Nationwide Contest to Choose its Name
Mar 14, 2014
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today unveiled an all-new, state-of-the-art version of its world-famous icon, the Goodyear Blimp. The new airship is larger, faster, and more maneuverable and builds on the companyâs legacy as the worldâs leading builder and operator of airships. The new blimp was introduced ... Continue reading
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