Mar 30, 2016
WAYNE, N.J., March 30, 2016 -- The spring season is synonymous with warmer weather, spring cleaning andâ¦car maintenance. April marks the start of National Car Care Month, and Hankook Tire asked American drivers about their plans and ability to spruce up their vehicles after winter's harsh weather. This includes ge ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2016
Manufacturer: Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. SUMMARY: Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. (Cooper) is recalling certain Roadmaster RM234 tires, size 295/75R22.5, manufactured August 6, 2015, to September 5, 2015 (weeks 3115-3515). The affected tires may have a pin-sized hole in the sidewall that can result in a loss of air. CONSEQUENCE ... Continue reading
FTC Charges Volkswagen Deceived Consumers with Its "Clean Diesel" Advertising Campaign
Mar 29, 2016
For Release March 29, 2016 Tags: Automobiles Bureau of Consumer Protection Consumer Protection Advertising and Marketing Environmental Marketing The Federal Trade Commission has charged that Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. deceived consumers with the advertising campaign it used to promote its supposedly âclean ... Continue reading
Car Question Or Concerns? Get Expert Advice From The Auto Lab Team, Saturday March 26 8A-10A
Mar 26, 2016
March 26, 2016 Car Question or Opinion? Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 Auto Lab is a 27 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with advice for the New York area's 12 million peop ... Continue reading
Tesla Expanding Manhattan NY Recharging Station Network
Mar 25, 2016
​NEW YORK March 23, 2016; NACSonline said that the New York Post reported that Tesla is planning to greatly expand its recharging network throughout Manhattan. By expanding its number of recharging stations from about 40 to 105 by March 31, there could be three times as many electric-car charging stations in Manh ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest March 14-20, 2016
Mar 20, 2016
* The week's big news came from the National Highway Traffic Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announcing a deal with nearly all major automakers to equip most cars and light trucks with autonomous braking systems by 2022. These safety systems, available today on some cars, will automaticall ... Continue reading
Automatic Emergency Braking To Be Standard On All Cars Sold In USA +VIDEO
Mar 17, 2016
McLEAN, Va. â The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced today a historic commitment by 20 automakers representing more than 99 percent of the U.S. auto market to make automatic emergency braking a standard feature ... Continue reading
RECALL Subject : Brake Fluid Container Labeling Incorrect/FMVSS 116
Mar 15, 2016
Report Receipt Date: MAR 01, 2016 NHTSA Campaign Number: 16E016000 Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Potential Number of Units Affected: 12,638 Manufacturer: American Grease Stick Company SUMMARY: American Grease Stick Company (AGS) is recalling certain bottles of Carquest DOT5 Silicone Brake Fluid manufactured J ... Continue reading
Dead Batteries a Thing of the Past
Mar 15, 2016
CINCINNATI, March 14, 2016 -- Jumpstart up to a 4L petrol or 3L diesel engine as many as 20 times American motorists and travellers will never be stranded by a flat battery again, thanks to the new BESTEK BTCSG10 Jump Starter Power Bank. The power bank's 8000mAh capacity will jumpstart up to a 4L petrol or 3L diesel en ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest - March 7-13, 2016
Mar 13, 2016
* Jeep is celebrating its 75th anniversary by creating seven concept vehicles for the annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. The brand has traditionally created special off-roaders for the event but this yearâs anniversary is an excuse to go all out. Our favorite may be the 707-hp Trailcat, essentially a Wranger ... Continue reading
Car Question? Get Straight Answers From The Auto Lab Saturday March 12 8A-10A
Mar 12, 2016
March 12, 2016 Car Question or Opinion? Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 Auto Lab is a 27 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with advice for the New York area's 12 million peop ... Continue reading
HARMAN Completes Acquisition of TowerSec Automotive Cyber Security
Mar 11, 2016
STAMFORD, Conn.âHARMAN International Industries, Incorporated , the premier connected technologies company for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of TowerSec, a global provider of automotive cyber security, specializing in onboard network prote ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Turanza Tires Featured on 2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Mar 8, 2016
NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 8, 2016 -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) today announced that its Bridgestone-brand Turanza tires are featured on select models of the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, which has been designed to be the most technologically equipped vehicle in its class. Designed for minivan drivers who want ... Continue reading
SEMA Applauds New Congressional Legislation to Protect Modified Motor Vehicles
Mar 8, 2016
WASHINGTON, March 8, 2016 -- SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting today praised Congressional members for their introduction of a bipartisan bill that would protect thousands of American racecar enthusiasts from overreaching U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. "The EPA's new interpretation of the C ... Continue reading
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