Alliant Energy's Solar Power Research Program Includes PowerPost Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Oct 7, 2015
Telefonix Inc., a leading developer of cord reel technology and manufacturer of PowerPost® commercial electric vehicle charging stations (EVSEs), announces the installation of 13 L2 PowerPost⢠EV chargers at Alliant Energy headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin as part of a solar power technology research program. ... Continue reading
New Public Education Campaign on Vehicle Safety Technologies
Oct 7, 2015
A new safety campaign to help drivers navigate new, lifesaving technologies was unveiled today by the nation's leading transportation authorities amid concerns that Americans are uncertain about how important vehicle safety features work - even those that have been standard for years. U.S. Secretary of Transportation A ... Continue reading
TOYOTA Remains Most Valuable Global Automotive Brand According to Interbrand
Oct 7, 2015
Riding the wave of twelve new or refreshed products introduced in 2015, Toyota once again earned the title of the most valuable automotive brand in the world, according to Interbrand's 2015 âBest Global Brandsâ annual report. The companyâs ranking jumped to number six, up two spots from the 2014 report. ... Continue reading
Kia And B.R.A.K.E.S. Host Free Hands-On Defensive Driving School In Minneapolis October 10 And 11
Oct 7, 2015
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 15-17 year olds1, however, B.R.A.K.E.S. (Be Responsible and Keep Everyone Safe) and Kia Motors America (KMA) are working together to make the streets of the Twin Cities safer. The B.R.A.K.E.S. Teen Pro-Active Driving School will host the 501(c)(3) charity's free ... Continue reading
The Art of the Motorcycle at Mossgreen
Oct 7, 2015
In 1998, the Guggenheim Museum mounted the Art of the Motorcycle Exhibition that historian, Jeremy Packer, described as representing "the end of a cycle of....social rejection of motorcyclists." Each of the 114 exhibits was chosen "for their historic importance or design excellence." "The idea that a motorcycle could b ... Continue reading
Oct 7, 2015
More efficient and powerful all-wheel drive 911 models will reach U.S. dealers in April 2016 ATLANTA -- Oct. 6, 2015: With the new 2017 911 Carrera 4 and 911 Targa 4 models, the traction advantage courtesy of an enhanced all-wheel drive system is paired with innovative turbocharged engines that are more powerful and co ... Continue reading
Oct 7, 2015
Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502) today announced that DENSO Corporation (DENSO) is deploying Toshibaâs TMPV7506XBG image recognition processor in its latest front-camera-based active safety system. Vehicles equipped with DENSOâs camera system will reach the market in fall of 2015. âCommitted to People, C ... Continue reading
Safest Cars For Teen Drivers From IIHS
Oct 6, 2015
Safest Cars For Teen Drivers From IIHS ... Continue reading
First Look: 2016 BMW M4 GTS by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO
Oct 6, 2015
New High Performance Model for the Road and Track By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor THE HAGUE - October 6, 2015: BMW presented a disguised M4 GTS prototype at the 2015 Pebble Beach Concours dâElégance and has now released pictures and details. Letâs look at the super sporty Bimmer that will be one of ... Continue reading
Gaucho Productions debuts Ford Focus RS Documentary Series
Oct 6, 2015
Gaucho Productions has debuted a short-form documentary series laying bare the development of the new Ford Focus RS. Filmed across two continents and five countries, Rebirth of an Icon follows the Ford Performance team and world rally and gymkhana star Ken Block as they transform the Focus into an all-wheel drive enthu ... Continue reading
Volvo Uses the World's Most Advanced Chassis Simulator to Develop the Next Generation of its Cars
Oct 6, 2015
Volvo Cars has become the first premium car maker to purchase the worldâs most advanced Vi-Grade chassis simulator â the same equipment used by Ferrari and Porsche â to develop next generation Volvos. The simulator offers exciting virtual environments including Germanyâs renowned Nürburgring as w ... Continue reading
Oct 6, 2015
After a major refresh for 2015 that brought a new powertrain, significantly enhanced exterior and interior styling and a long list of new standard and available features, the 2016 Honda CR-V returns with a new Special Edition (SE) trim and a lineup with a starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $23,595 ... Continue reading
World Debut of Scion Concept Car at L.A. Auto Show
Oct 6, 2015
Third New Vehicle for Scionâs Youth Brand October 06, 2015 TORRANCE, Calif. (Oct. 6, 2015) â Following the recent introduction of the Scion iM 5-door hatchback and the sporty Scion iA sedan, the youth division of Toyota is preparing to further expand its lineup with a third all-new vehicle, beginning in 2017. ... Continue reading
Oct 6, 2015
Chevy Silverado is teaming up with professional rodeo stars Tuf Cooper, Fallon Taylor, Richmond Champion, Luke Branquinho and Travis Graves, now known as Team Chevy Rodeo. This team is as hardworking on the ranch as they are in the arena, said Paul Edwards, U.S. vice president, Chevrolet Marketing. There isnt a ... Continue reading
Oct 6, 2015
Rolling Stone Country and Ram Truck announced today a multi-platform partnership geared toward creating meaningful content for passionate country music fans and expanding both brandsâ footprint in the country music genre. As the official automotive partner of Rolling Stone Country, Ram branding will be woven into ... Continue reading
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