Sep 30, 2015
As a result of FCA US LLCâs heightened scrutiny of its regulatory reporting obligations growing out of its recent Consent Order with NHTSA, FCA US identified deficiencies in its TREAD reporting. FCA US promptly notified NHTSA of these issues, and committed to a thorough investigation, to be followed by complete re ... Continue reading
Ford Issues Five Safety Recalls and One Safety Compliance Recall in North America
Sep 30, 2015
Ford Motor Company is issuing five safety recalls and one safety compliance recall in North America. A small number of accidents are attributed to these conditions; no injuries. Details are as follows: Ford issues safety recall for certain 1998-2003 Ford Windstar vehicles for rear axle inspection Ford Motor Company is ... Continue reading
IDTechEx Research: Progress Towards Vehicles that Could Run Forever
Sep 30, 2015
The IDTechEx Research report âEnergy Independent Vehicles 2016-2026â explores the latest developments in the booming energy autonomous vehicle industry. BOSTON -- Sept. 30, 2015: Forget the obsession with driverless autonomous cars; energy independent vehicles (EIV) are the megatrend. Electric land vehicles, ... Continue reading
Pioneering Innovations / Carl F. W. Borgward Quickly and Automatically Shifted Gear
Sep 30, 2015
After the Second World War, it was the US automobile industry that led the way in comfort-related features. Carl F. W. Borgward kept a keen eye on developments across the Atlantic. In particular, he had a strong hunch that the automatic transmission would prove popular with German customers, just as it already had with ... Continue reading
NHTSA Administrator Mark Rosekind to address 2016 Washington Auto Show
Sep 30, 2015
Dr. Mark Rosekind, Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, will deliver the annual government keynote address at the 2016 Washington Auto Show's Public Policy Day Jan. 21, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. "The Washington Auto Show has long championed the theme of sustainable m ... Continue reading
VW and Audi Returning Green Car Of The Year Awards, Vehicles Deemed Ineligible
Sep 30, 2015
Green Car Journal is rescinding the Green Car of the Year® awards previously honoring the 2009 VW Jetta TDI and 2010 Audi A3 TDI, the first time this has occurred in the award program's decade-long history. Audi of America President Scott Keogh has informed Green Car Journal that Audi will return its 2010 Green Car of ... Continue reading
Mazda to Unveil New Sports Car Concept at Tokyo Motor Show
Sep 30, 2015
Japan-debut of Mazda KOERU and racing-spec Mazda Roadsters among fourteen models on display -- Mazda Motor Corporation will hold the world premiere of a new sports car concept model at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, which runs from October 30 through November 8.*1 A total of 14 models will be on display at the Mazda stand, ... Continue reading
Business Leaders Announce Formation of Clean Fuels Michigan
Sep 30, 2015
A coalition dedicated to growing a high tech, clean transportation industry in Michigan LANSING, MI -- Sept. 30, 2015: Nearly 30 leading companies and organizations in Michigan today announced the formation of Clean Fuels Michigan. The new 501(c)(6) organization aims to maintain Michigan's position as a global leader i ... Continue reading
MDX to Return 30% of Tolls Paid by Miami Customers as Part of Cash Back Toll Dividend Program
Sep 30, 2015
Agency Plans to Return Cash Rebates to Members in December MIAMI -- Sept. 30, 2015: The MDX Board of Directors announced today that the Authority will return 30% of tolls paid to customers as part of the Cash Back Toll Dividend Program. This initiative, believed to be the first of its kind in the United States, is the ... Continue reading
ARK Performance Boosts Power And Luxury For Genesis Coupe SEMA Build
Sep 30, 2015
Seventh Consecutive SEMA Vehicle Blends Premium and Performance Sponsorship Provided by Hyundai Car Care Express and Quaker State FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA -- Sept. 30, 2015: Leveraging its long-standing relationship with Hyundai Motor America, ARK Performance has released details on its race-inspired Solus Genesis Coupe, bl ... Continue reading
Latest Xtime Results Demonstrate Dealerships Strengthen Customer Retention By Recapturing Lost Souls
Sep 30, 2015
Xtime's Marketing 7 is Key to Driving Competitive Advantage Now more than ever, consumers have many choices for vehicle maintenance and repair. To gain a competitive edge, dealerships need to differentiate their service experience. By emulating other retail experiences common in airline and hotel industries, such as ti ... Continue reading
Looking For Some Good Laughs? Read The Silly Comments People Make About Ethanol - They're Hilarious
Sep 29, 2015
And Learn The Truth About Ethanol At The Same Time AUTO CENTRAL - September 29, 2015: The latest incorrect comments made about ethanol are a real doozy. Where do these things come from? Oh, that's right, they come from the oil industry. They're silly and sometimes even stupid; but they're almost always funny, especiall ... Continue reading
BRP Sponsors Free Avalanche Awareness Seminars to Promote Snowmobilers' Safety
Sep 29, 2015
For the sixth straight year, BRP (TSX:DOO) is taking the lead in promoting avalanche education and awareness by sponsoring 23 seminars in Canada and 34 in the United States this fall. Offered in multiple locations where avalanches can occur, BRP invites riders of all brands to attend and encourages those who register t ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2015
MOST50 Technology Continues to Ensure High-Quality Digital Audio in Toyota Vellfire Executive-Lounge Vehicles CHANDLER, AZ -- Sept. 29, 2015: Microchip Technology Inc. , a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced that its MOST50 Intelligent network Interface Cont ... Continue reading
Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency Names Cooper Standard as Veteran-Friendly Employer
Sep 29, 2015
Celebrating its support of military veterans, Cooper Standard today announced the Company was recently named a Veteran-Friendly Employer by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA). Cooper Standard earned the Veteran-Friendly Employer silver status for meeting and exceeding many key metrics for veteran programs, esp ... Continue reading
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