الثلاثاء، 31 مارس 2015

All-New Scion iA, iM Break Cover in New York

2015 New York International Auto Show

Both cars go on sale this fall in the U.S. and are the first new Scions since the FR-S sports car debuted in spring 2012.


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Top Five Airport Playgrounds For Kids


CHICAGO, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Catching up on email, a good book or a cocktail might keep adults entertained during delays or long layovers at airports but kids need more stimulation. The travel experts at The GO Group note that many airports offer activities to keep kids...









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Cadillac CT6 Makes Much-Anticipated Debut

2015 New York International Auto Show

GM boasts the large luxury sedan due late this year in rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive layouts, will achieve levels of performance, efficiency, agility and technological marvel unseen in the segment.


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U.S. Light Vehicle Sales Summary, March 2015


U.S. light vehicle sales updates by company for March 2015. Includes Ward’s projections for all companies, overwritten with actual data as companies report, along with a running total of reported actuals by company. Updated throughout U.S. Sales Reporting Day (April 1, 2015).


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Warren Buffett’s New Dealership Group Expects to Buy More Stores

2015 New York International Auto Show

The billionaire investor says he’ll leave the acquisitions to dealer veteran Larry Van Tuyl.


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Jovens menores de 25 anos podem pagar até o dobro para alugar um carro no exterior, afirma Mobility


SÃO PAULO, 31 de março de 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Pouca gente sabe, mas os jovens com idade inferior a 25 anos estão sujeitos a tarifas diferenciadas na hora de alugar um carro no exterior, o que pode significar valores até 100% mais altos. "As locadoras querem se...









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World Vehicle Assembly Plants by Manufacturer

World vehicle assembly plants by region, manufacturer, country, and plant location. Includes list of products built at each site.


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Finland Vehicle Production by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

Finland vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer for 2010-2014.


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Finland Vehicle Production, 2005-2014

Finland vehicle production by vehicle type for 2005-2014.


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Slovenia Vehicle Sales by Company, 2010-2014

Slovenia vehicle sales by vehicle type and company for 2010-2014.


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Slovenia Vehicle Sales, 2005-2014

Slovenia vehicle sales by vehicle type for 2005-2014.


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Slovenia Vehicle Production by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

Slovenia vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer for 2010-2014.


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Slovenia Vehicle Production, 1996-2014

Slovenia vehicle production by vehicle type for 1996-2014.


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Serbia Vehicle Sales by Company, 2010-2014

Serbia vehicle sales by vehicle type and company for 2010-2014.


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Serbia Vehicle Sales, 2005-2014

Serbia vehicle sales by vehicle type for 2005-2014.


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Ken Garff's Project Listen Reaches Nearly 2 Million in Successful First Week


SALT LAKE CITY, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- In just over one week since its launch, Ken Garff's new content-marketing campaign, Project Listen, has reached audiences across the nation. The grassroots effort, which featured real stories about how listening can improve the quality of...









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Selected Supplier Earnings, 2013-2014

U.S. automotive supplier sales, net earnings, and earnings per share by company for 2013-2014.


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MC Companies Partners with Car2Go


SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Cars are a costly investment. We can't all buy our own and we understand that life can get in the way of being financially stable enough to purchase one. Living expenses, bills and unexpected costs pop up all the time. Car 2 Go is making...









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Hyundai Motor America Funds ST Math® Program At 19 Philadelphia Schools To Improve Student Performance In Stem Fields


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GMC Terrain Gets New Face, Buckling Up Efficiency, Examining Consumer Buying Habits


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Jaguar Land Rover Automotive plc Announces Final Results of Offer to Purchase and Consent Solicitation for its $410,000,000 8.125% Senior Notes due 2021

LONDON, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Jaguar Land Rover Automotive plc (the "Company"), the parent company of the Jaguar Land Rover group of companies and a subsidiary of Tata Motors Limited, announces today the final results of its previously announced offer to purchase for...






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Penske, Shell Pipeline and the Common Ground Alliance Support Safe Digging


HOUSTON, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the most competitive cars in racing, the No. 22 Shell-Pennzoil Ford Fusion, will help raise awareness about the importance of safe digging during five races in 2015. Shell Pipeline Company L.P. (SPLC) and the Common Ground...









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Yeast Used in Sake Production Could Brew Biofuel

The U.K. research team says its findings could help create biofuel that is more environmentally friendly and ethically sound than other sources because it would make use of waste products.


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Kenon Holdings Reports Full Year 2014 Results


SINGAPORE, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Key Highlights On January 7, 2015 Kenon completed its spin-off from IC and its shares started trading on the New York Stock Exchange and Tel Aviv Stock Exchange under the symbol "KEN"; Kenon's revenue, derived from Kenon's key operating...









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Study: Some Shoppers Like Car Dealership Drill, But Not Many

2015 New York International Auto Show

“Consumers are telling us that we as an industry are not moving fast enough,” says AutoTrader President Jared Rowe.


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Nexen Tire Continues its Major League Baseball Partnership for the 2015 Season


Nexen Tire continues its partnership agreements with four Major League Baseball (MLB) teams including the LA Dodgers for the 2015 baseball season. SEOUL, South Korea, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Nexen Tire, a global leading tire manufacturer, continues its efforts in sports marketing in North America by renewing




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Rolls-Royce Wraith 'Inspired By Film' Debuts As Launch Film Is Accepted Into BFI National Archive


Rolls-Royce Wraith 'Inspired by Film' Makes its Debut at New York International Auto Show #RollsRoyceNYIAS GOODWOOD, England, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The groundbreaking Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Wraith launch film, 'And the World Stood Still,' has been accepted into the BFI (British Film Ins




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Hostile Wheels Teams With Arie Luyendyk Jr. For 2015 TORC Series


Arie Luyendyk Jr, test run with Hostile wheels CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mounting an all-new forged, bead-lock design by Hostile Wheels, Arie Luyendyk Jr., is poised and ready to aggressively move forward in the 2015 TORC PRO 2 Division, adding a lighter, yet stronger, addition to his GUNK...









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New Autotrader Study: Consumers Want Big Changes to the Car Buying Process


Autotrader President, Jared Rowe, reveals insights from the Autotrader Car Buyer of the Future Study in New York on March 30. ATLANTA, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Autotrader's Car Buyer of the Future study, which was released today, shows that only 17 out of 4002 people prefer the current car buying process, and t




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Michelin célèbre 125 ans de qualité, de sécurité et d'excellence sur le circuit de Yas Marina à Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, EAU, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Michelin a célébré aujourd'hui son 125e anniversaire lors d'un évènement spécial qui s'est déroulé sur le circuit de Yas Marina, hôte du Grand Prix de Formule 1 à Abu Dhabi. En cette occasion...






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Great Salespeople Reach Out for Customers

You realize prospecting works when they ask for you by name.


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VW Golf SportWagen Sidesteps Station Wagon Stereotype

What are CUVs if not station wagons on stilts?


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Land Rover Discovery Sport Seen Complementing Evoque

Company executives think of the two luxury CUVs as a ham-and-eggs combination, satisfying the tastes of distinctly different buyers at the entry end of the market for the toney British brand.


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SORL Auto Parts Reports Record Sales For the 2014 Fourth Quarter and Year


ZHEJIANG, China, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- SORL Auto Parts, Inc. (NASDAQ: SORL) ("SORL" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of automotive brake systems as well as other key safety-related auto parts in China, announced today its financial results for the fourth...









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GO Scale Capital Investment Consortium Leads 80.1% Acquisition of Lumileds From Philips

AMSTERDAM, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GO Scale Capital, an investment fund sponsored by GSR Ventures and Oak Investment Partners has announced today that it will acquire an 80.1% interest in Philips' combined LED components and Automotive lighting business, with Philips retaining the...






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الاثنين، 30 مارس 2015

’16 GMC Terrain, Terrain Denali Greet New York

2015 New York International Auto Show

Key updates include new front and rear fascia, reworked grille designs, a power-dome hood and LED daytime running lamps for the higher-trim levels.


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Chief Automotive Technologies to Unveil New Fusion Product Line at Automechanika Chicago


MADISON, Ind., March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Chief Automotive Technologies will introduce a significant expansion of its product line at Automechanika Chicago. In addition to the frame racks, computerized measuring systems, vehicle anchoring and specification data that collision repair...









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Gas Guzzler Tax Receipts, 2002-2013

U.S. new car gas guzzler tax receipts in millions of dollars for the 2002-2013 model years.


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Elephant Auto Insurance is looking for over 100 staff in Richmond


RICHMOND, Va., March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Elephant, the Richmond based insurance specialist, is recruiting over 100 people to join them in their expanding company. Photo - http://ift.tt/1CDUbMW Elephant, which has moved into new offices in Richmond,...









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Global Gesture Recognition Market in Automotive Sector Report 2015 - Growing Number of Partnerships


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'Airbnb for Cars' Takes Top Honors at Edmunds.com's Third Annual Hackomotive


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Federal-Mogul Motorparts Set to Launch 'Garage Gurus,' an Investment in Automotive Technicians, Repair Businesses


Garage Gurus is a first-of-its-kind technical education network from Federal-Mogul Motorparts aimed at strengthening the automotive service industry's support of the front-line professionals who repair and maintain today's passenger vehicles. SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 30, 2015 /




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U.S. Average Retail Price Increases for New Car Quality Improvements, 1968-2015

U.S. average price increases for new car safety, emissions, and other quality improvements for 1968-2015.


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New Car Gas Guzzler Tax, 1980-2015

U.S. new car gas guzzler tax rates by miles per gallon rating for the 1980-2015 model years.


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U.S. City Average Retail Prices for Automotive Fuel, 1980-2014

U.S. average retail prices of automotive fuel by fuel type for 1980-2014.


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New Light Truck U.S. Corporate Average Fuel Economy by Manufacturer, '93-'14 Model Years

U.S. new light truck corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) miles per gallon rating by company for the 1993-2014 model years.


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New Light Truck U.S. Corporate Average Fuel Economy, '81-'14 Model Years

U.S. new light truck total corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) miles per gallon rating for the 1981-2014 model years.


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New Car U.S. Corporate Average Fuel Economy by Manufacturer, '74-'14 Model Years

U.S. new car corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) miles per gallon rating by company for the 1974-2014 model years.


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New Car U.S. Corporate Average Fuel Economy, '74-'14 Model Years

U.S. new car corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) miles per gallon rating by source for the 1974-2014 model years.


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U.S. Car and Truck Output (Dollars In Billions), 1989-2014

Total retail value in billions of dollars of cars and trucks sold in the U.S. by vehicle type for 1989-2014.


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Automotive Seating Market Global and Chinese Analysis for 2015

DALLAS, March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- ChinaMarketResearchReports.com adds Global and China Automotive Seating Industry Report, 2014-2015 market research of 103 pages, published in March 2015, to the Automotive & Transportation intelligence collection of its store. Complete report is...






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Third Wage Tier Gains Foothold at Four GM Plants


The third-tier workers get about $11 per hour and receive only minimal health care benefits and no pensions. They handle preassembly work of sorting and sequencing parts from outside suppliers.


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U.S. Capacity Utilization for Vehicle and Parts Manufacturing, 1990-2014

U.S. capacity utilization for vehicle and parts manufacturing for 1990-2014.


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U.S. Industrial Production Index for Vehicle and Parts Manufacturers, 1990-2014

U.S. industrial production index for vehicle and parts manufacturers for 1990-2014.


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U.S. Vehicles Miles of Travel, 2013

U.S. vehicle miles of travel by state and road type for 2013.


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U.S. Vehicle Miles of Travel and Fuel Consumption, 1960-2013

U.S. vehicle miles of travel and fuel consumption by vehicle type for 1960-2013.


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U.S. Total Vehicle Miles Traveled, 1938-2013

U.S. total vehicle miles traveled by road type for 1938-2013.


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U.S. Indices of Consumer Costs, 1980-2014

U.S. consumer costs by type based on the price index for 1980-2014.


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Selected Automakers’ Worldwide Employment, 1990-2014

Worldwide employment for Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Toyota, and Volkswagen for 1990-2014.


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Selected Automakers' Revenues/Net Income, 1955-2014

Worldwide revenue and net income for Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Toyota, and Volkswagen for 1955-2014.


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Bridgestone Launches Next-Generation Fuel-Saving Tire


The Ecopia EP422 Plus fuel-saving tire for coupes, sedans, wagons and select minivans is designed to appeal to budget-minded drivers seeking more miles between trips to the pump. Ecopia EP422 Plus tire designed to appeal to budget-minded drivers seeking more miles between trips to the pump NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire




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High Satisfaction with Automotive Third-Party Websites Drives Tenfold Increase In Shopper Requests for Information from Retail Dealerships


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MAZDA ANNOUNCES STARTING PRICE FOR 2016 MX-5


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U.S. Licensed Drivers by State, 2009-2013

U.S. drivers by state and gender for 2009-2013.


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U.S. Drivers by Age Group and Gender, 2009-2013

U.S. drivers by age group and gender for 2009-2013.


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U.S. Drivers by Gender, 1969-2013

U.S. drivers by gender for 1969-2013.


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Not Your Dad’s Lincoln Continental, But That Name Means Much at Ford

2015 New York International Auto Show

In a Q&A, Ford CEO Mark Fields discusses the power of the Continental brand and how the name inspired designers to create a concept car that debuts in New York.


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New Ally ad campaign highlights an auto business "Driven By What We Love"


DETROIT, March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Ally Financial (Ally) launched a new ad campaign today that illustrates the human side of the auto business by showcasing the passion Ally employees and auto dealers have for the industry. The new campaign, titled "Driven By What We Love," shows...









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Toyota to Offer $300-$635 Braking Safety Packages

2015 New York International Auto Show

Pre-collision braking, lane-departure alert, automatic high-beam headlights and adaptive cruise control are some of the technologies to be included in the new packages.


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Die Webcast-Präsentation der Continental AG ist jetzt als On-demand-Video verfügbar: dbVIC - Deutsche Bank ADR Virtual Investor Conference


-- Das Unternehmen lädt Privatanleger und institutionelle Investoren ein, sich einzuloggen, um die Präsentation anzuschauen NEW YORK, 30.




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Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, Actress And TV Personality Rocsi Diaz Joins Hyundai Hope On Wheels In New York To Kick Off Its 17th Year In The Fight Against Pediatric Cancer


ROCSI DIAZ JOINS HYUNDAI HOPE ON WHEELS IN NEW YORK TO KICK OFF ITS 17TH YEAR HELPING KIDS FIGHT CANCER NEW YORK, March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America and its nonprofit organization Hyundai Hope On Wheel




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Green Not Fading as Fisker Fulfills Need for Speed

It’s anybody’s guess whether Henrik Fisker – acclaimed for his designs of the Aston Martin DB9 and V-8 Vantage, BMW Z8 and his own Fisker Karma hybrid-electric vehicle – will put his new effort into a traditional combustion-based product or again pick up the green baton.


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Ford Refreshes Ranger, Everest for Hotly Contested ASEAN Markets

Ford has relied heavily on its midsize pickup for success in the region, but faces stiffening competition and a consumer shift that is putting more focus on car-like features in the segment.


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U.K. Extends Low-Emissions Plug-In Van Discounts

The scheme provides businesses that purchase the vans with tax incentives, including exemption from vehicle-excise duty and congestion charges in London.


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Autohome Inc. Files Its 2014 Annual Report on Form 20-F


BEIJING, March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Autohome Inc. (NYSE: ATHM) ("Autohome" or the "Company"), the leading online destination for automobile consumers in China, today announced it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 with the Securities and...









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Oil-Patch Native Tells What’s Behind Low Pump Prices


INDUSTRY VOICES

It’s no surprise when a cartel such as OPEC acts like a cartel.


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Keeping the 2015 U.S. Light-Vehicle Sales Outlook at 16.8 Million

A second-quarter surge in U.S. light-vehicle sales will further alleviate the need for bigger summer spiffs to get rid of older stock, meaning lower third-quarter volumes.


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Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) Market by 2019: (Green) Tyre Industry Increased Demand Drives Growth

DALLAS, March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Sandlerresearch.org adds "Global Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) Market 2015-2019" a new research report to its store. The Global Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.36% during the forecast period of...






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الأحد، 29 مارس 2015

Fourth Consecutive Title for DSR and New 2015 Mopar Dodge Charger with Beckman Win at NHRA Four-Wide Nationals


DSR's Jack Beckman drove his new 2015 Mopar Dodge Charger to a title win at the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals CONCORD, N.C., March 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Don Schumacher Racing (DSR) driver Jack Beckman drives 2015 Mopar Dodge Charger to title win at unique NHRA Four-Wide Nationals




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Porsche Panamera Edition: Sports sedan with extensive standard features


The new Panamera Edition ATLANTA, March 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- A new special version of the Porsche Panamera sports sedan stands out through elegant styling combined with a significantly expanded range of standard equipment. Two models with powerful six-cylinder engines will be offered: the Panamera Edition and...




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السبت، 28 مارس 2015

Magna veröffentlicht Jahresbericht 2014

AURORA, Ontario, March 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG; NYSE: MGA) gab heute bekannt, dass sein Jahresbericht 2014 samt dem Bericht und der Analyse des Geschäftsführers, dem vom Wirtschaftsprüfer bestätigten Konzernabschluss, dem...






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الجمعة، 27 مارس 2015

Bridgestone Announces Grand Prize Winner of Dayton™ Commercial Truck Tires Promotion


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Mazda Foundation Supports After-School All-Stars Atlanta Student-led Project to Reduce Distracted Driving


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Magna posts 2014 Annual Report


AURORA, ON, March 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG; NYSE: MGA) today announced that its 2014 Annual Report, including Management's Discussion and Analysis and Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, Annual Information Form (AIF) and Form 40-F, are now available...









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U.S. Car and Light Truck Specifications and Prices, '15 Model Year

U.S. light vehicle specifications and prices by vehicle type, brand, and model line for the 2015 model year. Includes body style, drive type, wheel base, size, weight, standard engine, and transmission.


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U.S. Recreation Vehicle Shipments by Type, 1977-2014

U.S. recreational vehicle factory sales by type for 1977-2014.


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Autoline Daily

Renault May Leave F1; Kia Optima Sneak Peek; How to Improve Infotainment


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Spain Vehicle Production by Manufacturer by Month, 2014

Spain vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer by month for 2014.


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Group 1 Automotive to Present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2015 New York Auto Summit


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Spain Vehicle Production by Manufacturer by Month, 2013

Spain vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer by month for 2013.


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Spain Vehicle Production by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

Spain vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer for 2010-2014.


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Spain Vehicle Production, 1970-2014

Spain vehicle production by vehicle type for 1970-2014.


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Ukraine Vehicle Production by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

Ukraine vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer for 2010-2014.


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Ukraine Vehicle Production, 1995-2014

Ukraine vehicle production by vehicle type for 1995-2014.


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Slovakia Vehicle Sales by Company, 2010-2014

Slovakia vehicle sales by vehicle type and company for 2010-2014.


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Politics, Economy Stall Thailand’s Eco-Car Program

The country’s prime minister says the government must ensure the eco-car program’s second phase does not repeat the failure of the first-time new-car-buyer incentive, which created artificial demand that contributed to raising household debt.


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Slovakia Vehicle Sales, 1995-2014

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Taiwan Vehicle Production by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

Taiwan vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer for 2010-2014.


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Taiwan Vehicle Production, 1995-2014

Taiwan vehicle production by vehicle type for 1995-2014.


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Japan Vehicle Exports by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

Japan vehicle exports by vehicle type and manufacturer for 2010-2014.


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Japan Vehicle Exports by Country of Destination, 2010-2014

Japan vehicle exports by region, country of destination, and vehicle type for 2010-2014.


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Greece Vehicle Sales by Company, 2010-2014

Greece vehicle sales by vehicle type and company for 2010-2014.


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Greece Vehicle Sales, 1979-2014

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France Vehicle Production by Manufacturer by Month, 2014

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The best of Alpina's re-imagined BMWs

Alpina has released two special-edition models to commemorate its 50 years in the business of honing BMW's finest. We take a look through the company's back catalogue













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France Vehicle Production by Manufacturer by Month, 2013

France vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer by month for 2013.


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Payback Due for Sacrifices, UAW Tells Detroit Three


With sales and profits rising, tensions between the UAW and domestic automakers also are rising as the union pushes to regain some of the power it lost during the industry’s financial crisis that began even before the Great Recession of 2008-2009.


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France Vehicle Production by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

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France Vehicle Production, 1970-2014

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Czech Republic Vehicle Sales by Company, 2010-2014

Czech Republic vehicle sales by vehicle type and company for 2010-2014.


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Czech Republic Vehicle Sales, 1996-2014

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Belarus Vehicle Production by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

Belarus vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer for 2010-2014.


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Belarus Vehicle Production, 1995-2014

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Australia Vehicle Production by Manufacturer, 2010-2014

Australia vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer for 2010-2014.


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Australia Vehicle Production, 1972-2014

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JLR Investment in U.K. Plant Supports New Jaguar XF

JLR CEO Ralf Speth says the Castle Bromwich investment marks a turnaround for the company’s West Midlands manufacturing operations which were earmarked for consolidation during the height of the global economic downturn.


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World Vehicle Sales Fall in February, Largest Decline in 2 Years

A 40% decline in auto sales in Russia contributed to a 1.7% downturn globally, the largest year-over-year dip since February 2013.


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Aluminum Association: Department of Energy Recognizes Advantages of Aluminum Through $259 million Conditional Loan Guarantee


Aluminium Association Logo. ARLINGTON, Va., March 27, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Aluminum Association applauded action by the Department of Energy providing a conditional loan guarantee of $259 million to Alcoa to support its automotive expansion in Alcoa, T




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2015 Jeep® Wrangler and Ram 1500 Receive Vincentric Best Value in America Awards


AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- For a fourth consecutive year, Jeep Wrangler captures a Vincentric Best Value in America award in Compact/Mid-size SUV segment 2015 Ram 1500 earns Vincentric Best Value in America award for Full-size 1/2-ton Pickup segment Awards...









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Millennials Claim They're Better Car Shoppers than Their Parents, Reports Edmunds.com


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Murano’s Unique Interior Trim Part of Desire to Break Mold

Although initially derided by some within Nissan for looking too much like 1970s Formica, the Murano’s white plastic interior trim works in the end, says Chief Engineer Chris Reed.


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EV Challenge: Smaller, More Powerful, Less Expensive Batteries

Auto supplier Schaeffler says it has three good reasons to sponsor Formula E racing.


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'Leading Edge Consumers' Leaning Towards Connected Cars

NUREMBERG, Germany, March 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Ultra safe' car concept most popular across all drivers, followed by 'data tracker' - a car that runs diagnostics, checks repair costs and automatically records accident data Emergency braking, pre-incident preparation and sense &...






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KBB.com Names 10 Best Sedans Under $25,000 Of 2015


IRVINE, Calif., March 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Customers looking for budget-friendly sedans have never had so many options. From the small, sporty Mazda3 to the roomy and comfortable Toyota Camry, there are a lot of features, refinement and efficiency available in affordable sedans,...









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Thai Auto Sales Stay Stuck in Economic Doldrums

A Toyota executive says February’s results were impacted by a rural drought that is cutting production and income and impacting farmers’ decisions on new-vehicle purchases.


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الخميس، 26 مارس 2015

Die Magie der Scheunenfunde


http://ift.tt/19VHgey RANDERS, Denmark, March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- - Ist die Oldtimer-Welt verrückt geworden? Jedem, der im Februar den Ansturm auf die Baillon-Sammlung in Paris miterlebt hat kann vielleicht verziehen werden, wenn er so denkt: Beulen, Staub und Rost in nicht gerade geringem Umfang...









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Autoline Daily

Toyota Shifting to Common Platform, New Mercedes GLE, Malibu Adds Strong Hybrid


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Compact SUVs Expected to Conquest March Auto Sales, Says Edmunds.com


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Second Consecutive Year Global Automakers Members Exceed Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards


Global Automakers logo WASHINGTON, March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Statement by John Bozzella, Global Automakers President and CEO: For the second year in a row, all of our members who sold more than 100,000 units exceeded greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for light-duty vehicles




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Class Action Lawsuit Filed By McCuneWright, LLP Against Hyundai For Disabling Unused Hyundai Blue Link Systems


McCuneWright, LLP logo REDLANDS, Calif., March 26, 2015 The law firm of McCuneWright, LLP, has filed a national class action lawsuit against Hyundai Motor on behalf of six class representatives who are among the thousands of Hyundai owners of select 2012-2015 models equipped wi




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Enterprise Helps Test Collision Repair Students At SkillsUSA South Carolina Conference


Enterprise Rent-A-Car Logo. GREENVILLE, S.C., March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise Rent-A-Car is partnering with the SkillsUSA South Carolina Leadership and Skills Conference March 26-27 at Greenville Technical College's McKinney Automotive Center to support collision repair education.




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FTC, Multiple Law Enforcement Partners Announce Crackdown on Deception, Fraud in Auto Sales, Financing and Leasing


WASHINGTON, March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Federal Trade Commission and 32 law enforcement partners today announced the results of Operation Ruse Control, a nationwide and cross-border crackdown to protect consumers when purchasing or leasing a car, encompassing 252...









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New Generation Of Seat Belt Buckle Offers Weight And Packaging Advantages


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USW Praises Federal Loan to Fund Expansion of Alcoa's Tennessee Factory


United Steelworkers. WASHINGTON, March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The United Steelworkers (USW) union today expressed support for a U.S. Department of Energy loan to Alcoa Inc. to help the company expand a Tennessee factory to produce lightweight aluminum for use in the automotive industry. The...




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World Vehicle Sales, February 2015


World vehicle sales by region for total vehicles and light vehicles for February 2015.


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Mexico Plant Aims to Raise Kia’s Americas Profile

Plans for the 300,000-unit-capacity facility call for growing market penetration in Mexico, exporting vehicles to markets in Central America and supporting Kia and Hyundai operations in the U.S. through exports.


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Cross-Generational Selling Important as Ever


Veteran F&I managers selling to young buyers, and junior F&I managers selling to older buyers must learn a thing or two.


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Italy Vehicle Sales Up 12.7% in February


Italy vehicle sales totaled 145,619 units for February 2015.


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Europe Vehicle Sales, February 2015

Europe vehicle sales by company region, company and country for total vehicles and light vehicles for February 2015.


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Italy Vehicle Sales, February 2015

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Toyota Announces RAV4 Hybrid to Join Lineup

2015 New York International Auto Show

The RAV4 becomes the Toyota brand’s fourth hybrid version of a standard model in the U.S., joining the Camry, Highlander and Avalon hybrids.


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Asia Vehicle Sales, December 2014

Asia vehicle sales by company region, company and country for total vehicles and light vehicles for December 2014.


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Asia Vehicle Production, December 2014

Asia vehicle production by manufacturer and country for total vehicles and light vehicles for December 2014.


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Thailand Vehicle Production, December 2014

Thailand vehicle production by vehicle type and manufacturer for December 2014.


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EC Ruling Leaves Key TRW Assets Ripe for Taking


Acquisition of major elements of TRW following its merger with ZF, including design, manufacturing and intellectual property, could offer the buyer “a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” to expand globally, industry analyst Peter Cooke says.


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Automakers Scrambling to Keep Afloat in Volatile Russian Market

Russian analysts say most automakers will stay in the market despite the country’s uncertain political and economic picture.


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BMW’s Clean Sheet EV

Story Behind 2015 10 Best Engines

The i3 is purpose-designed to provide something approaching BMW performance and handling, along with ultra-high efficiency.


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الأربعاء، 25 مارس 2015

Toyota Malaysia Assembling Camry Hybrid Locally

Contract assembler ASSB will operate and manage the line producing three variants, the Camry 2.5 hybrid, Camry 2.0G and Camry 2.0E.


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Rebate Cutoff May Delay Uber Bid for Greener Fleet

EV dealer Doug Snower expects losing the state rebates to affect the purchase of hundreds of environment-friendly vehicles, including 200 he had agreed to lease to drivers for ridesharing service Uber.


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Chevy Malibu Strong Hybrid Coming Next Year

2015 New York International Auto Show

The new Malibu Hybrid’s lofty fuel-economy ratings come courtesy of a number of technologies from the Chevy Volt, most notably a version of the breakthrough 2-motor drive unit.


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GM Reshuffle Reflects Thai Auto Industry’s Struggles

Despite its prolonged sales slump, industry analyst Jessada Thongpak says Thailand will remain ASEAN’s largest automotive hub because its technology and capability to meet global standards is years ahead of second-ranked Indonesia’s.


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AutoNation Announces First Quarter 2015 Earnings Conference Call and Audio Webcast Scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2015


AutoNation logo FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 25, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN), America's largest automotive retailer, today announced that it will release its financial results for the first quarter of 2015 on Wednesday, April 22, 2015.




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Accelerating the Path to Modularity


Component complexities, management silos and legacy computer systems make the move to modular vehicle platforms a challenge. But there is a proven roadmap to follow.


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