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Double Appointment to Bolster Bentley Global Sales
02/22/2012
Bentley Motors
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Crewe/Beijing/Berlin, 20th February 2012: Bentley has today confirmed two appointments to strengthen its regional sales and marketing operations. With effect from 1 February 2012, Till Scheer became Regional Director, Greater China and Guillaume Chabin rejoined Bentley as Regional Director, Europe.
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Michelin XZA3+ Evertread Steer Tire Wins Heavy Duty Trucking’s Top 20 Award
02/22/2012
Award Honors 2011’s “Best of the Best” New Products
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TAMPA, Fla. (Feb. 21, 2011) – The MICHELIN® XZA3®+ EVERTREADTM tire has been named one of the 2011 Top 20 Products by Heavy Duty Trucking magazine at this week’s Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Transportation Technology Exhibition. The publication’s editors and TMC [...] -
SiriusXM’s Joe Madison Interviews First Lady Michelle Obama about “Let’s Move” Campaign
02/22/2012
In one-on-one interview, Obama reveals how First Family stays fit and pledges her devotion to this cause in her post-White House years O Photo: First Lady Michelle Obama talks with SiriusXM’s Joe Madison, host of “The Joe Madison Show,” after the [...]
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Mazda Teams Up with Velocity for 2012 U.S. TV Broadcasts
02/22/2012
Press Release
Mazda Motorsports Hour to Debut in April
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February 21, 2012 (IRVINE, Calif.) The best race in the world is hearsay unless people see it. Some of the best racing in the world is not the headline race, but the support races featuring the stars of tomorrow. Mazda has supported more road racers [...] -
MINI Further Widens its Global Sales Network: First MINI Showroom Launches in Jordan
02/22/2012
22.02.2012
Munich/Amman. Premium small car brand MINI has stepped up its involvement in the Middle East sales area in geographical terms as well: the brand’s market entry into the Kingdom of Jordan brings a further boost to MINI’s presence in this growth-intensive economic region. In 2011, MINI posted [...]
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Blanket Coverage: The Sales and Service Network for the Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL
02/22/2012
Stuttgart, Feb 22, 2012
30 service outlets attending to the Vito E-CELL
Fully integrated in the standard and diagnostic processes
Staff qualified up to the level of specialist for high-voltage systems
Servicing proves particularly economical
Stuttgart – From Eutin in the north to Munich in the south, from Duisburg in the west to Dresden in the east – more [...]
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Three Hyundai Models Named 2012 “Best Bets” From the Car Book
02/22/2012
Hyundai’s Accent, Sonata and Tucson Honored for Exceeding the Safety and Performance Needs of the American Car Buyer
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COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 21, 2012 – Hyundai continues to collect awards for its model lineup adding The Car Book’s 2012 “BEST BETS” to the list. Three Hyundai models, Accent, Sonata and Tucson, earned the distinction of “BEST [...] -
Cruze Diesel Will Build on GM’s Euro Expertise
02/21/2012
U.S. engine being co-developed with diesel center of excellence in Torino, Italy
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2012-02-21
DETROIT – When it comes to developing a diesel-powered Chevrolet Cruze for the U.S. market to be introduced in 2013, General Motors powertrain engineers have been there and done that – half a million times last year alone.
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NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback Fran Tarkenton Launches Talk Show on SiriusXM
02/20/2012
Live weekly, call-in show will feature interviews with high-profile figures from the worlds of business, politics, entertainment and sports NEW YORK – February 17, 2012 – Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that Fran Tarkenton—legendary NFL Hall of Fame quarterback and business entrepreneur—will host a live, weekly, call-in talk show beginning February [...]
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Pep Boys’ Five-Point Checklist for Spring Car Care
02/20/2012
Inspecting Key Areas Can Save Money, Improve Gas Mileage and Prevent Wear and Tear Philadelphia (February 20, 2012) – The Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack (NYSE: “PBY”), the nation’s leading automotive aftermarket service and retail chain, has prepared a five-point spring car care checklist to help drivers save [...]
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Chrysler Group Engineer Receives Prestigious ‘Black Engineer of the Year President’s Award’
02/20/2012
Chrysler Group SUV Vehicle Line Executive honored during 26th annual event
Award recognizes “exceptional career gains in government and industry, and in lifetime achievement”
Chrysler Group continues its nearly two-decades-long support of the BEYA Global Competitiveness Conference
Four other Chrysler Group engineers received “Modern Day Technology Leader” awards at the conferenceFebruary 20, 2012 [...]
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Pep Boy’s Manny, Moe & Joe Visit History’s Hit American Restoration Series for a Face Lift
02/17/2012
80 Year-Old Statues Refurbished by Rick Dale and His Team Bound for Southern California’s Petersen Automotive Museum Philadelphia (February 16, 2012) – In honor of its 90th anniversary, The Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack (NYSE: PBY) was featured on an episode of HISTORY’s hit series, American Restoration. [...]
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“Little Steven” Van Zandt to Join Cousin Brucie Live on SiriusXM
02/17/2012
Van Zandt to play his favorite hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s live on “Cousin Brucie’s Saturday Rock and Roll Party” NEW YORK–February 16, 2012– Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that E Street Band member “Little Steven” Van Zandt will join famed broadcaster and legendary personality Bruce Morrow, known to [...]
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BMW at the 82nd Geneva Motor Show 2012
02/17/2012
17.02.2012
An overview of the highlights:
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• World premiere: the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.
The aesthetic highlight of the BMW trade show presentation at the
2012 International Motor Show is the world premiere of the
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Lexus GS Takes on Curves of SI Swimsuit Model Tori Praver with TORI 500 Racing Game App
02/17/2012
TORRANCE, Calif. (Feb. 16, 2012)—What do you get when you cross a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model with a hot new sports car? One cool app. Lexus and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit have fans revving their engines with the release of Lexus’ new TORI 500 racing app, available at Lexus.com/tori500 and iTunes.
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Chrysler Group Statement Regarding Department of Energy Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Application
02/17/2012
February 16, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC has decided to withdraw its application for an Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing loan from the Department of Energy. The Company remains confident in its strategy to bring competitive, fuel-efficient vehicles and [...]
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Ford Upgrades Virtual Reality Simulator to Help Develop Future Safety Technology, Driver Aids
02/17/2012
Ford recently upgraded its state-of-the-art VIRtual Test Track EXperiment (VIRTTEX) simulator with improved image rendering technologies and capabilities to study driver performance, helping in the development of safety and driver aid technologies
VIRTTEX has helped in the development of heads-up displays, drowsy driver alerts and lane departure warning technology soon to be [...]
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GM Reports 2011 Net Income of $7.6 Billion
02/17/2012
Full-year EBIT-adjusted of $8.3 billion, up $1.3 billion from 2010
Fourth quarter net income of $0.5 billion and EBIT-adjusted of $1.1 billionDETROIT – General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today announced 2011 calendar-year net income attributable to common stockholders of $7.6 billion, or $4.58 per fully diluted share, up from $4.7 billion, or $2.89 per fully diluted [...]
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Advance Auto Parts Reports Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2011 Diluted EPS Increase of 57.9% to $0.90 and Record Annual Free Cash Flow of $507 Million
02/16/2012
ROANOKE, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb. 16, 2012– Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items, today announced its financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year [...]
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Post-Super Bowl, Lexus and Kia Hold Biggest Gains in Shopper Consideration, Reports Edmunds.com
02/16/2012
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — February 15, 2012 — The Lexus GS 350 and the Kia Optima finished last week with bigger increases in consumer interest than any other vehicles advertised in this year’s Super Bowl, according to an analysis of web traffic behavior on Edmunds.com, the premier online source for automotive information. [...]
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Travelers Expands Telematics Resources for Business Fleet Customers
02/16/2012
IntelliDrive® Fleet Safety Solutions helps fleet managers leverage technology to improve driver safety, increase efficiency and reduce costs
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HARTFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb. 15, 2012– With auto accidents being the leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities, safety in the workplace extends beyond a business’s concrete walls. According to the National Safety [...] -
2012 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study
02/16/2012
J.D. Power and Associates Reports:
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Overall Vehicle Dependability Improves Substantially, Reflecting High Quality of 2009 Models; However, Perceptions of Dependability for Certain Brands Continue to Lag
Toyota Motor Corporation Models Receive Eight Awards, While Models from Ford Motor Company Receive Three Awards
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Hyundai Genesis Named Most Dependable Midsize Premium Car By J.D. Power and Associates
02/16/2012
Genesis Sedan Earns Top Marks in its First Year of Eligibility
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COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 15, 2012 – The Hyundai Genesis sedan is the highest-ranked model in the midsize premium car category in the 2012 J.D. Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS). Released today, the study also shows that Hyundai finished [...] -
Toyota Motor Corporation Vehicles Dominate J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Vehicle Dependability Study
02/16/2012
TORRANCE, Calif., February 15, 2012 – Eight Lexus, Toyota, and Scion models captured segment awards in the 2012 J.D. Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability Study, a performance equal to all other vehicle brands combined and more than twice as many as the runner-up nameplate.
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New 2012 Fiat 500 Named “Best Car” in Travel & Leisure’s Annual Design Awards Issue
02/16/2012
Travel + Leisure Design Awards recognize thoughtful design that improve the travel experience
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New 2012 Fiat 500 models deliver contemporary Italian styling, beautiful craftsmanship and city-friendly proportions combined with intelligent adaptations for American roads
New 1.4-liter engine with state-of-the-art MultiAir® technology, invented and patented by FIAT, delivers power, fuel efficiency and refinement
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Ford Fusion, Ford Explorer and Lincoln MKZ Rank Highest in Dependability in 2012 J.D. Power and Associates’ Vehicle Dependability Study
02/16/2012
Ford Motor Company has six vehicles among the top three in their respective award segments: Ford Fusion, Ford Explorer, Lincoln MKZ, Lincoln MKX, Ford Ranger and Ford Taurus
Ford Fusion received the Midsize Car award for the second consecutive year; Ford Explorer received the Midsize Crossover/SUV award; Lincoln MKZ received the Entry [...]
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Cadillac’s Electric Self Starter Turns 100
02/16/2012
Invention that ended ‘crankiness’ of early cars ushered in Cadillac innovation
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2012-02-12
DETROIT – With the turn of a key or push of a button, starting a car today is taken for granted. But a century ago, the electric starter that debuted in the 1912 Cadillac Touring Edition helped establish Cadillac’s reputation as a [...] -
The Work Horse Becomes Lounge Lion – The Volvo Amazon Estate Turns 50
02/15/2012
“A new Volvo Estate car. An exclusive estate car, designed for European conditions enters the Swedish market. It will be shown for the first time at the Stockholm Motor Show. It is Volvo’s much longed for Amazon estate.”
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MINI Shooting Stars
02/15/2012
14.02.2012
Up-and-coming stars drive MINI at the International Film Festival in Berlin
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Munich / Berlin. At the Berlin International Film Festival, as part of “EFP SHOOTING STARS – Europe’s best young actors”, ten up-and-coming European actors will be driving past the red carpet of the Berlinale Palast in MINI vehicles that [...] -
Cooperation Between Daimler AG and the Museo Mille Miglia
02/15/2012
Stuttgart/Brescia, Feb 14, 2012
A collaboration aimed at increasing the fascinating appeal of Mercedes-Benz and the Mille Miglia
An exchange of vehicles and art exhibits is also planned
An initial exhibition will feature famous cars associated with the history of the Mille Miglia
Stuttgart/Brescia – Daimler AG has entered into a strategic cooperation with the Museo Mille Miglia [...]
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Hyundai Motor America Announces 2012 Azera Pricing
02/15/2012
Fluidic Sculpture Design, Smart Technology, Performance and Safety Hit the Mark
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Standard Leather Interior, Navigation and Blue Link Telematics System
COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 14, 2012 – Hyundai Motor America has announced pricing for the completely redesigned 2012 Azera, starting at $32,000 for the extraordinarily well-equipped Azera and $36,000 for the range-topping Azera with [...] -
Lexus Throws Sports Illustrated Swimsuit a Curve
02/15/2012
The Official Automotive Marketing Partner for SI Swimsuit Launch Week,
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Lexus and the All-New GS Take on a Real Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Supermodel’s Curves in Its TORI 500 Campaign
As the Official Automotive Marketing partner of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit property, Lexus has created a multi-faceted campaign called TORI 500, showcasing an actual racetrack [...] -
Ford Earns Nearly 500 Hybrid Patents with 47-Mpg Fusion Hybrid, Projected as America’s Most Fuel-Efficient Sedan
02/15/2012
New Ford innovations have led to a 50-fold increase in hybrid patents to nearly 500, which is expected to help the new Fusion Hybrid achieve an unprecedented 47 mpg and would make it America’s most fuel-efficient, non-rechargeable sedan
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GMC IntelliLink Helps Drivers Get Connected
02/15/2012
New system now available in Terrain uses patent-pending technology
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2012-02-14
DETROIT – The 2012 GMC Terrain smaller SUV’s standard Color Touch Radio is now available with IntelliLink, which provides smartphone connectivity and voice activated control of the audio system. Simple commands initiate a phone call, change a station, stream internet radio, and even [...] -
Cardinal-Designate Timothy Dolan to Host SiriusXM Catholic Channel Show from Rome February 16
02/14/2012
Archbishop of New York will host his weekly talk show from the Vatican two days before he is to be elevated to cardinal by Pope Benedict XVI Show will kick off Catholic Channel’s coverage of consistory ceremony at St. Peter’s Basilica on Feb. 18 NEW YORK – [...]
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Consumer Advocates Question the Motivation of Red-Light Cameras, Reports Edmunds.com
02/14/2012
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — February 13, 2012 — As time goes on, more intersections are guarded by cameras that record drivers passing through red lights. Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, today reports that some proponents of these cameras may be more concerned with generating revenue than taking the most [...]
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“Whitney Houston Tribute Channel” Launches on SiriusXM
02/14/2012
Pop music icon tribute channel to feature music from Houston’s illustrious career and more SiriusXM to present special broadcast of archival interview between Houston and Barbara Walters and coverage on additional talk channels NEW YORK–February 12, 2012– Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that it launched the “Whitney Houston Tribute [...]
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Fresh Accents for Even Better Sporting Performance: BMW X3 and BMW X5
02/13/2012
13.02.2012
Innovative alterations to the range of engines and equipment emphasise the dynamic character of the two Sports Activity Vehicles – BMW X3 xDrive28i now with exceptionally high-performing BMW TwinPower Turbo power unit – Driving [...]
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Mercedes-Benz Unimog Receives “Off-Road Vehicle of the Year 2012″ Award
02/13/2012
Stuttgart/Munich, Feb 13, 2012
Readers of the trade magazine “Off-Road” chose the Unimog as the best cross-country vehicle of the year in the category “special vehicles”
Unimog received first place with an outstanding 34,3 % of the readers’ votes
Stuttgart/Munich – For the eighth time in succession, the Mercedes-Benz Unimog has been chosen as the [...]
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Hyundai Sonata Recognized on “Greener Choices 2012″ List
02/13/2012
COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 13, 2012 – For the seventh consecutive year the Hyundai Sonata was recognized by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) on its annual “Greener Choices” list. The Sonata will be featured in the ACEEE’s Green Book® Online, an annual consumers’ guide to environmentally-friendly [...]
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CFDA/Lexus Eco-Fashion Challenge Unveils Winning Sustainable Collections at New York Fashion Week
02/13/2012
NEW YORK (Feb. 13, 2012) — The winning designers of the 2nd annual Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA)/Lexus Eco-Fashion Challenge unveiled their sustainable clothing and accessory collections on Feb. 9 at MADE at Milk Studios as part of New York Fashion Week. The show was attended by fashion editors [...]
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Chrysler Group Executive Begins Term as Chair of the Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council
02/13/2012
Dan Knott, Senior Vice President, Purchasing & Supplier Quality, Chrysler Group LLC, to focus on expanding opportunities and economic impact of minority suppliers in Michigan as Council Chair
Company reports unprecedented Increase in minority sourcing in 2011, credits innovative new initiative for Company’s increase in minority supplier participationFebruary 13, 2012 [...]
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Bentley Goes Sky High! New Continental V8 Makes Dramatic Debut Over Munich
02/13/2012
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(Crewe/Munich. 10 February, 2012) Bentley Motors celebrated the arrival of its new 4.0 litre V8 Continental GT coupe in Germany with a sensational flying debut above downtown Munich.
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Edmunds.com Takes Next Step in Mobile Car Shopping with New iPad App
02/13/2012
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — February 9, 2012 — Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, announced that its new Edmunds App for iPad is now available on the App Store. The new app was unveiled last week at the LA AppShow, which was hosted by Edmunds.com at its Santa Monica headquarters.
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Kelly Carlin to Host New Show on SiriusXM
02/10/2012
“The Kelly Carlin Show,” the new monthly show on Raw Dog Comedy and Carlin’s Corner channels to launch with special guest Robin Williams
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NEW YORK–February 9, 2012– Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that Kelly Carlin, daughter of George Carlin, one of the most influential comedians of all time, [...] -
Multiple Awards for Mercedes-Benz in the “Off Road” Reader Survey: Peak Performance by the G-Class
02/10/2012
Stuttgart/München, Feb 10, 2012
Stuttgart/Munich – After almost 33 years of unbroken production, the
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Mercedes-Benz G-Class remains unparalleled. This was the opinion of the “Off Road” magazine readers, who voted the G-Class “Off-roader of the year 2012″ in two categories – making it a repeat of last year’s success for the off-road legend. [...] -
Honda Odyssey Receives MotorWeek 2012 Drivers’ Choice Award
02/10/2012
02/09/2012 – TORRANCE, Calif.
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American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today that the 2012 Honda Odyssey has received the 2012 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award for Best Minivan. This is the sixth time the Odyssey has garnered the Drivers’ Choice Award from MotorWeek, [...] -
Toyota Announces Return of ‘100 Cars for Good’ Program in 2012
02/10/2012
Will Award 100 Vehicles to 100 Nonprofits in 100 Days – with Winners Selected by the Public
Registered 501(c)(3) organizations are invited to apply online with details on how a new car would help them achieve even more for their local communities
Applications open on March 12, 2012 at http://www.facebook.com/toyotaOverview of [...]
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2012 Chrysler 300 and 2012 Dodge Charger Achieve 5-Star Safety Rating from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
02/10/2012
Both 2012 Chrysler Group models achieve top 5-star rating in front driver and overall vehicle scores
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4-star rating achieved in rollover tests
NHTSA NCAP rating for both models follows “Top Safety Pick” by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earlier this year
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Ford Names Jon Huntsman to Board of Directors
02/10/2012
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DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 9, 2012 – Ford Motor Company announced today the election of Jon M. Huntsman Jr. to the company’s Board of Directors effective immediately.
Huntsman, 51, is chairman of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation, a Utah-based cancer charity. The former Republican candidate for president of the United States [...] -
Grueling Road Stress Fuels Chevy Sonic Success
02/10/2012
Extreme testing helps make only U.S.-built small car reliable and durable
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2012-02-09
DETROIT – There are miles and then there are “Seth miles.” Both measure 5,280 feet, but a “Seth mile” is different. More extreme. More grueling. More punishing. All that rigor is part of the durability story of the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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Hilton Joins Bentley as Head of Exterior Design
02/09/2012
Press releasewww.bentleymedia.com
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Crewe, 9 February 2012: Internationally acclaimed designer David Hilton has been appointed Head of Exterior Design for Bentley Motors Ltd. After 12 years running his own successful design firm, Hilton moves to Crewe in the UK reporting to Bentley’s Director of Design and Styling Dirk van Braeckel.
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Fern Mallis Undresses Fashion Week on SiriusXM
02/09/2012
Fashion industry titan offers fashion-obsessed listeners across the country the ultimate insider access to Fashion Week Runway news as it happens, in-depth interviews with designers and industry elite, special reports from the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Tents and other locations throughout New York City NEW YORK, NY– February 8, 2012 – Sirius [...]
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Mazda Receive’s Multiple 2012 Total Cost of Ownership Awards from Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com
02/09/2012
MX-5 Miata, Mazda5 Win Respective Categories for Lowest Projected Costs
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CHICAGO (February 8, 2012) – Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today was the recipient of two Total Cost of Ownership Awards as presented by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. The 2012 MX-5 Miata was selected in the Sports Car category and the 2012 Mazda5 [...] -
Subaru Impreza Wins 2012 MotorWeek Driver’s Choice Award for Best Compact Car
02/09/2012
CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Subaru of America, Inc. was awarded the 2012 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award for Best Compact Car at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show.
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Nissan NV200 Compact Cargo Van and 2013 Nissan 370Z Debut at Chicago Auto Show
02/09/2012
– Dramatic Pathfinder Concept Also on Display, Along With Full 2012 Nissan Lineup –
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Three key future Nissan vehicles – the all-new 2013 Nissan NV200 compact cargo van, the revised 2013 Nissan 370Z sports car and the Pathfinder Concept, a preview of the re-imagined 2013 Nissan Pathfinder – share the spotlight at the [...] -
At Dealers from May 2012 – A Sharp Mix of Colours: Smart Fortwo Sharpened
02/09/2012
Stuttgart, Feb 09, 2012
Stuttgart. The latest edition from smart has been christened sharpred. This smart fortwo is a real eye-catcher as the intense red of the tridion safety cell and door mirror housing forms a striking contrast to the rest of the exterior in black. The smart fortwo sharpred is available [...]
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Hyundai Sonata and Accent Win 2012 MotorWeek Awards
02/09/2012
Sonata Receives “Best Family Sedan” Honor, Accent Wins “Best Subcompact Car”
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COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 8, 2012 – Today at the Chicago Auto Show, MotorWeek recognized the Hyundai Sonata and Accent as the “Best Family Sedan” and “Best Subcompact Car” respectively, in its 2012 Drivers’ Choice Awards. As winners, Sonata and Accent will also [...] -
Toyota to Increase Highlander Output, Including Hybrid and Exports, in Indiana
02/09/2012
Project will create about 400 new jobs
ERLANGER, Ky. (Feb. 8, 2012) – Toyota will increase production of the Highlander mid-size SUV in late 2013 at the company’s Princeton, Ind. plant. Hybrid and export versions will be included. The project is expected to create approximately 400 new jobs at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana, Inc. [...]
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Honda Delivers 2013 Fit EV to Google and Stanford University
02/09/2012
Honda Electric Vehicle Demonstration Program participants to conduct real-world testing on new Honda battery-electric vehicle
02/08/2012 – TORRANCE, Calif.
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2012 Dodge Durango Receives MotorWeek Driver’s Choice Award at the Chicago Auto Show
02/09/2012
2012 Dodge Durango earns MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice award (shared with Jeep® Grand Cherokee)
Dodge brand January 2012 sales increase 29 percent; best January since 2008
Dodge Durango January 2012 sales jump 152 percentFebruary 8, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - The year may be young, but Dodge [...]
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Jeep Vehicles Earn Four More Awards
02/09/2012
2012 Jeep® Wrangler wins “Total Cost of Ownership” award from Kelley Blue Book and “Best Resale” award from Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee captures MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice award (shared with Dodge Durango), as well recognition from Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
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SYNC Accelerates into 2013 as Standard Equipment on New Ford Fusion and Flex
02/09/2012
2013 Ford Fusion and Flex get SYNC® as standard equipment on all trim levels
Ford SYNC, the voice-activated in-car connectivity system introduced in 2007, now is installed in more than 4 million Ford Motor Company vehicles
Powered by the Microsoft Windows Embedded Automotive platform, SYNC has created the “upgradeable car,” allowing new features and [...]
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2013 Acadia Evolves the Original Three-Row Crossover
02/09/2012
Updates in design, technology and safety improve consistent seller
2012-02-08New exterior design highlighted by signature LED lighting
Refined interior with soft-touch materials, accent stitching and ambient lighting
Rear vision camera standard; industry-exclusive front center air bag availableCHICAGO – GMC today unveiled the new 2013 Acadia and Acadia Denali at the Chicago Auto Show, highlighting a new [...]
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BFGoodrich Tires Announces 2012 Team BFGoodrich Members
02/09/2012
GREENVILLE, S.C. – (Feb. 8, 2012) – Today BFGoodrich® Tires announced the 20-member roster for 2012 Team BFGoodrich. Created in 2008, Team BFGoodrich comprises an elite group of motorsports superstars, key industry partners, market influencers and enthusiasts who all share the BFGoodrich Tires passion for driving and for everything on [...]
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Ozzy’s Boneyard Channel Launches on SiriusXM
02/09/2012
Ozzy Osbourne to speak publicly for first time about bandmate Tony Iommi’s cancer diagnosis
Ozzy’s Boneyard to feature concerts, Ozzy’s top 10 rock guitarists and more
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NEW YORK–February 8, 2012– Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that Ozzy’s Boneyard, the new classic hard rock and metal music channel will launch with a full slate [...] -
Michelin XDR 2 Haul Truck Tire Named a Top 25 Rollout of 2011
02/08/2012
Company Receives Award from Industry Publication for Third Consecutive Year
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GREENVILLE, S.C. (Feb. 7, 2012) – The MICHELIN® XDR™2 haul truck tire was recently recognized by “Aggregates Manager” magazine as one of the publication’s “Top 25 Rollouts for 2011.” According to the publication, products that enrich the aggregates industry with innovation, productivity and [...] -
BMW Group Makes Successful Start to New Year
02/08/2012
08.02.2012
Total of 112,163 automobiles sold in first month
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Best January ever for the BMW brand
Positive sales trend expected to continue in coming months
Strong growth in Asia and North America
Munich. The BMW Group increased its sales significantly in January. A total of 112,163 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brand vehicles were delivered to customers [...] -
Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com Honors Hyundai’s Santa Fe and Sonata with 2012 Total Cost of Ownership Awards
02/08/2012
COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 8, 2012 – Today at the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai Santa Fe and Sonata were named recipients of the 2012 Total Cost of Ownership Awards from Kelley Blue Book, the leading provider in new and used vehicle-information. The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe won in the Crossover segment while the [...]
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Volkswagen Chattanooga Completes 50,000 Car
02/08/2012
Chattanooga, Tenn - Volkswagen Chattanooga achieved its first significant production milestone of 2012 this week – completion of its 50,000th Passat.
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“An incredible amount of care goes into each vehicle we produce in Chattanooga,” said Frank Fischer, CEO and Chair of Volkswagen Chattanooga. “Producing 50,000 cars at this level of quality is a [...] -
New 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible Helps SVT Mark Its 20th Anniversary of Delivery High-Performance Vehicles
02/08/2012
The new Ford Shelby GT500 convertible makes its debut as the celebratory vehicle of the 20th anniversary of Ford’s Special Vehicle Team (SVT). The 2013 Shelby GT500 convertible with the optional Performance Package is nearly 3.5 seconds faster than the outgoing model at Sebring International Raceway. The 5.8-liter supercharged V8 with [...]
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Cadillac Super Bowl Spot Most Watched in U.S. History
02/08/2012
2013 ATS commercial timing paid off in record-setting broadcast
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2012-02-07
DETROIT – Cadillac’s 30-second preview of the upcoming 2013 ATS compact sport sedan shown in Sunday’s Super Bowl XLVI broadcast was the most-viewed single advertising spot in U.S. television history, according to a study released Tuesday.
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2013 Nissan 370Z Previewed at Chicago Auto Show – New Front Fascia and New Wheels Lead Enhancements
02/07/2012
If it’s February in Chicago, it’s time for one thing – sports cars. Bringing a taste of hot performance to the Windy City winter, Nissan today debuted the revised 2013 Nissan 370Z on the floor of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The new Z®, which is scheduled to go [...]
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The MINI Roadster: Race Car Feeling Meets Top-Down Driving Excitement
02/07/2012
07.02.2012
Munich. This spring sees the market launch of the first open-top two-seater in company history – in the guise of the MINI Roadster. The sixth model from the British premium carmaker is an elegant, sporty compact car for discerning drivers who value high-class design, powerful engines and [...]
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Improved Protection for Rear Passengers – New Milestone of Technology: Active Seat-Belt Buckle
02/07/2012
Stuttgart, Feb 07, 2012
Enhanced safety: belt slack reduced
Enhanced comfort: buckling up simplified
Enhanced PRE-SAFE®: reversible belt tensioning in the rear, too
Stuttgart – Active seat-belt buckle is a new innovation for the rear seats which is currently under development by safety pioneer Mercedes-Benz and will shortly go into series production in one of [...]
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Invitation Concept Previews Nissan’s Next-Generation Compact Car in Europe
02/06/2012
Dynamic new concept bursting with technical innovation introduces the company’s next generation mainstream B-segment contender
INVITATION concept underlines Nissan’s commitment to compact car segment
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An inspiration for Nissan’s forthcoming new offering in the compact hatchback segment in Europe, to join Micra and Juke
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Lexus Revs Up Campaign to Launch the All-New GS
02/06/2012
Automaker Introduces the Bold New Face of Lexus with the 2013 GS Integrated Marketing Campaign
2013 Lexus GS Commercial – “Resistance”
TORRANCE, Calif. (Feb. 6, 2012)—On the heels of Lexus’ first Super Bowl spot, the luxury automaker is launching a multi-faceted marketing campaign today for [...]
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Chrysler Group Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne Speaks on WJR-AM Radio with Paul W. Smith
02/06/2012
February 6, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne spoke with WJR-AM radio host Paul W. Smith this morning about the Company’s short video starring Clint Eastwood. The transcript is available here.
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Buick’s Ten Most Collectible Cars from Past and Present
02/06/2012
Hagerty Insurance “Hot List” pick Buick Regal GS meets nine historic gems
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2012-02-06
DETROIT – The choice of the Buick Regal GS to endure the test of time and become an automotive classic places the new sport sedan in the company of bygone Buick classics.
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Chrysler Group Airs “It’s Halftime in America” Commercial During 2012 NFL Championship Game
02/05/2012
February 5, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group television commercial titled “It’s Halftime in America” that aired during the 2012 NFL Championship game plus still images. Video and images are downloadable via links on the right side of this page.
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Nissan Partners with National Auto Sport Association to Create New Spec Z Series
02/05/2012
Popular 350Z will be the basis of cost-effective racing program
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Nissan North America and The National Auto Sport Association (NASA) are pleased to announce the creation of an all-new Spec Z series that will feature the Nissan 350Z®. The NASA Spec Z class will include all trim levels of the 2003-2008 year model [...] -
The Mercedes-Benz Citan – The New Urban Delivery Van from the Star Brand
02/05/2012
Stuttgart/Sindelfingen, Feb 03, 2012
New van series to boost sales
Citan – a new name that combines the words “city” and “titan”
Vehicle developed strictly in line with customer requirements
Mercedes-Benz quality standards were fulfilled in all areas
Public debut planned for the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show next September
Stuttgart/Sindelfingen – Mercedes-Benz’ new urban delivery van is called Citan. The [...]
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SRT Viper Cup Series Presented by Pennzoil Ultra Set for Exciting Return in 2012
02/05/2012
New name – same great racing; official schedule announced
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Series to visit five challenging and famous road courses in North America for 10 spec-series races
Rule changes will produce even more on-track excitement by challenging series’ front-runners
2012 season kicks off April 14 at Road Atlanta in Braselton, Ga.
Additional returning sponsors include Mopar® and Michelin
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Ford Focus Sees Strong Demand in West, Adds Stick-Shift Choice for Range-Topping Titanium Series
02/05/2012
Ford Focus is selling at the fastest January pace since 2004, seeing the strongest demand in the trend-shaping state of California
Delivering up to 40-mpg highway and an unexpected selection of customer convenience and technology choices, Focus is bringing new customers to the Ford showroom
Answering customer demand, the luxuriously appointed Focus Titanium [...]
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Chevrolet, Buick, GMC & Cadillac Dealers Upgrading Stores
02/05/2012
GM initiative assists U.S. dealerships to enhance customer experience
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2012-03-04
DETROIT – As part of a key General Motors initiative to enhance the customer experience, more than 3,400 Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealerships in the United States will upgrade their retail facilities to meet brand standards. To date, more than 1,000 dealerships [...] -
Edmunds.com Analyst Column Debuts on Forbes.com with Preview of Automotive Super Bowl Ads
02/05/2012
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — February 2, 2012 — Edmunds.com Senior Analyst Michelle Krebs, a veteran automotive journalist of almost three decades, has been named an automotive contributor to Forbes.com. Krebs will publish five columns monthly on automotive trends and insights, drawing from Edmunds.com’s wealth of vehicle pricing and consumer shopping data. Krebs’ column debuted [...]
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Advance Auto Parts to Report Fourth Quarter and Annual Results on February 16, 2012
02/05/2012
ROANOKE, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb. 2, 2012– Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items, will report its fourth quarter and annual financial results before market open on Thursday, February 16, 2012. The Company will detail its results on a conference call scheduled to [...]
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Ziggy Marley to Host New Show on SiriusXM
02/05/2012
“Ziggy Marley’s Legends of Reggae” on SiriusXM’s The Joint will feature handpicked music by the reggae icon NEW YORK–February 3, 2012– Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that five-time Grammy®-winning musician, actor, artist, activist and humanitarian Ziggy Marley will host a new monthly show, Ziggy Marley’s Legends of [...]
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Record Sales From the Start: Mercedes-Benz Posts New All-Time High in January
02/03/2012
Stuttgart, Feb 03, 2012
Dr. Joachim Schmidt:
“We continued the positive development from the record year 2011 in January and started successfully into the new year.”
“We intend to maintain this pace over the coming months and are expecting substantial sales growth in the first quarter. The new B-Class in particular is getting an excellent [...]
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Volvo S60 and V60 Get Five Star Safety Ratings in Europe and the United States
02/03/2012
Volvo Car Corporation’s safety leadership is once again confirmed by full star results on both sides of the Atlantic.
The Volvo V60 received five stars and is named best car in the Large Family category in the 2011 Euro-NCAP rating.
In the United States, the Volvo S60 achieved an overall five star NHTSA crash test rating.“It [...]
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Subaru “Dog Tested. Dog Approved” Campaign Returns with a New Pack of Dogs and New Canine Social Capabilities
02/03/2012
- Active dog lifestyle is supported with new canine-specific social applications
- Cornerstone of campaign is Subaru Game Day Dog Walk event on Feb. 5
- Subaru partners with MapMyFITNESS™ to launch MapMyDOGWALK™ Mobile App for iPhone®
- Social networking Dogbook App redesign rolls out with Subaru takeoverCHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – Subaru of America, [...]
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New 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 SUVs Will Sport Ferrari Red for Formula One Stars Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa
02/03/2012
Custom-built versions of the high-performance Jeep® Grand Cherokee SRT8® feature exclusive Rosso Corsa colored exteriors, red leather interiors and additional Ferrari looks pay tribute to the two Ferrari ‘ambassadors’
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Chrysler Group Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne Speaks During Celebration Event at Belevidere (Ill.) Assembly Plant
02/03/2012
Date: Feb 2, 2012 , Belvidere, Ill.
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Sergio Marchionne, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Chrysler Group LLC, announced today that the Company will add about 1,800 jobs at its Belvidere (Ill.) Assembly Plant, which includes the addition of a third crew and hundreds of jobs for the production of the all-new Dodge Dart, by [...] -
OnStar Looking to Make the Smart Grid Smarter
02/03/2012
Offering set of application programming interfaces to utilities and energy companies
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2012-02-02
DETROIT – OnStar is inviting utilities, energy companies and tech firms to develop Smart Grid solutions for the Chevrolet Volt using a set of proprietary OnStar application programming interfaces, or APIs.
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As Super Bowl Approaches, Edmunds.com Exposes the Top Five Fibs in Car Ads
02/02/2012
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — January 31, 2012 — Super Bowl car ads can be fun to watch, but if you are shopping for a new car you’ll want to watch for the tricks that marketers pull off so effectively. Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, exposes some of these illusions in its new [...]
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SiriusXM Celebrates 10 Years of Satellite Radio with a Concert by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band at the Apollo Theater on March 9, 2012
02/02/2012
Special concert event only for SiriusXM to air live on
E Street RadioNEW YORK–February 1, 2012– Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will perform at Harlem’s world famous Apollo Theater for the first time at a special concert event, only for [...]
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Lyon Welcomes Innovative Mobility Service: 200 Car2Go Ready for Use Beginning February 1st
02/02/2012
Lyon, Feb 01, 2012
Lyon is the first French city to enjoy the benefits of car2go, the world’s first one-way mobility service
200 smart fortwo vehicles now available for spontaneous use
Discounted member registration at www.car2go.com and at the car2go shop in Lyon Part Dieu
Lyon – car2go Europe GmbH, a joint venture between car2go GmbH, a wholly-owned [...]
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Volvo 760 Turns 30 – The Car That Saved Volvo Car Corporation
02/02/2012
In February 1982 – 30 years ago – the new Volvo 760 GLE was launched. No typical Volvo, yet unmistakably a Volvo. Seen as elegant and exciting with its characteristic design it was well received. The 760 became the car that actually saved Volvo Car Corporation back then and paved the [...]
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Statement by American Honda Regarding Spare Tire/Tire Information Placard Recall: 2011-2012 Ridgeline
02/02/2012
02/01/2012 – TORRANCE, Calif.
Honda will voluntarily recall 206 model-year 2011 and 2012 Ridgeline vehicles in the U.S. to inspect whether the factory-installed spare tire matches the spare tire information included on the FMVSS mandated tire information placard installed [...]
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Chrysler Group Reports Full Year 2011 Net Income of $183 Million
02/02/2012
Chrysler Group’s Full Year 2011 Modified Operating Profit More Than Doubled to $2 Billion With Free Cash Flow of $1.9 Billion
Chrysler Group full year 2011 net income improved to $183 million from a net loss of $652 million in 2010 and despite a $551 million loss on extinguishment of debt in Q2 2011; [...]
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