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Maxion Wheels to Showcase Latest Technologies at IAA 2015

Maxion Wheels to Showcase Latest Technologies at IAA 2015

Maxion Wheels announced today that its management team along with its engineering and sales representatives will be participating in the world's leading automotive industry fair, the 66th International Motor Show IAA Cars in Frankfurt/Main, Germany. During the event Maxion Wheels will present its most advanced technolo ... Continue reading

New Citroën Cactus M Concept Car: Free Your Mind

New Citroën Cactus M Concept Car: Free Your Mind

A new Citroën concept car, inspired by the Méhari, will premiere at this year’s Frankfurt International Motor Show. The concept is called Citroën Cactus M and boasts a bright, upbeat personality. The Citroën Cactus M places leisure at the heart of the automotive experience. At ease on all types of terrain and in a ... Continue reading

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet: Open-Top Luxury +VIDEO

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet: Open-Top Luxury +VIDEO

The new Cabriolet is the sixth variant of the current S-Class family and the first open-top luxury four-seater from Mercedes-Benz since 1971. It offers a distinctive, sensual and exclusive design, the cutting-edge technology of the S-Class and a comprehensive warmth and wind protection concept which includes intelligen ... Continue reading

The F 015 Luxury in Motion at the Ars Electronica Festival in Linz: Creative Break on Autonomous Driving

The F 015 Luxury in Motion at the Ars Electronica Festival in Linz: Creative Break on Autonomous Driving

The autonomously driving Mercedes-Benz F 015 Luxury in Motion is celebrating its European premiere at the Ars Electronica Festival in Linz. This year's event is being staged under the banner "POST CITY – habitats for the 21st century" and looks at the question of how our towns and cities will change under the influenc ... Continue reading

Peugeot Integrates SubPac Technology into Revolutionary Music-Based Concept Car, Peugeot Fractal, at 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show

Peugeot Integrates SubPac Technology into Revolutionary Music-Based Concept Car, Peugeot Fractal, at 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show

Auto audio reaches sensorial heights with integration of SubPac’s Tactile Bass technology LOS ANGELES -- September 01, 2015: SubPac, the fully immersive audio technology, is shifting gears as French automotive giant Peugeot releases the industry’s first music-based concept car. The partnership integrates SubP ... Continue reading

Hyundai Brand Celebrates the Spirit of Loyalty with 17 of the Top College Football Programs

Hyundai Brand Celebrates the Spirit of Loyalty with 17 of the Top College Football Programs

Hyundai’s successful college football marketing program is coming back for its redshirt senior season to connect with the millions of passionate fans across the country. In its fifth year, the multifaceted #ThisIsLoyalty campaign includes regional advertising, social media engagement and game day experiences. There is ... Continue reading

Three Ps of Auto Care: Preventative, Proactive, Prepared

Three Ps of Auto Care: Preventative, Proactive, Prepared

In recognition of National Preparedness Month in September, the non-profit Car Care Council reminds motorists of the importance of the three Ps of auto care to make sure their vehicle is ready for the unexpected. Preventative – Reduce the chance of unplanned, costly car trouble by following a vehicle service sched ... Continue reading

All Systems Go: Scion iM and iA on Sale Now +VIDEO

All Systems Go: Scion iM and iA on Sale Now +VIDEO

“ Believe the buzz. The versatile 2016 Scion iM hatchback and 2016 Scion iA sedan are now arriving in more than 1,000 dealerships and are ready to go wherever drivers can imagine. The dynamic Scion duo has been the talk of the town with a combination of practicality, desired technology and unique style for today’ ... Continue reading

Toyota USA Foundation Announces $5.8 Million in Education Grants to Support the Future of America's Manufacturing Industry

Toyota USA Foundation Announces $5.8 Million in Education Grants to Support the Future of America's Manufacturing Industry

The Toyota USA Foundation, which supports the teaching and learning of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, will provide $5.8 million in grants to create and strengthen pathways to manufacturing careers for high school and adult students, with a strong focus on women and diverse communities ... Continue reading

Ford Inspires Tomorrow's Leaders Today with New Global Grant, Innovative Employee Civic Leadership Program

Ford Inspires Tomorrow's Leaders Today with New Global Grant, Innovative Employee Civic Leadership Program

Ford Motor Company announces two new initiatives today that strengthen its leadership in community service and provide younger employees an innovative opportunity to explore their growing interest in civic engagement and volunteering. ... Continue reading

GM Declares Dividend on Common Stock

GM Declares Dividend on Common Stock

DETROIT – General Motors Co. Board of Directors today declared a third quarter 2015 dividend of 36 cents per share on its common stock. The third quarter dividend is payable Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015 to all common stockholders of record as of Monday, Sept. 14, 2015. ... Continue reading

ADEPT Driver's teenSMART Program Receives Safety Achievement Award from Governors Highway Safety Association

ADEPT Driver's teenSMART Program Receives Safety Achievement Award from Governors Highway Safety Association

The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) today gave an award for special achievement in highway safety award to the teenSMART program produced by ADEPT Driver. At an award ceremony at GHSA's annual meeting, ADEPT's CEO, Dr. Richard Harkness, was presented with the Peter K. O'Rourke Special Achievement Award in r ... Continue reading

In-Car Technology Arms Race Leaves More Than Four in Ten Consumers Feeling Automakers Offer Too Much

In-Car Technology Arms Race Leaves More Than Four in Ten Consumers Feeling Automakers Offer Too Much

More education and fewer options needed, as safety features shine and those competing with consumer electronics falter NEW YORK -- Sept. 2, 2015: The automotive industry is engaged in an infotainment arms race. "Automakers believe they're under intense pressure to launch new features and connected services to remain co ... Continue reading

AutoNation Announces Reported Retail New Vehicle Unit Sales of 31,032 in August 2015

AutoNation Announces Reported Retail New Vehicle Unit Sales of 31,032 in August 2015

For industry sales reporting purposes, the Labor Day Holiday weekend was reported in August 2014. In 2015, the Labor Day Holiday weekend will be reported in September. Industry sales reporting for August 2015 includes a total of two fewer calendar days than in August 2014. - Adjusting for the two fewer calendar days, r ... Continue reading

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