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FCP Euro Partners with Corteco for The 2019 TC America Championship

FCP Euro Partners with Corteco for The 2019 TC America Championship

After a successful inaugural season finishing third overall in the TCR class of the Pirelli World Challenge, FCP Euro is partnering with Corteco for the re-branded TC America Championship in 2019. The team will again compete with their two 2018 Volkswagen GTI TCRs. FCP Euro's Marketing and Brand... - January 29, 2019 - FCP Euro

Luxury Hotels Team Up with Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental to Create a New High-End Road Trip

Luxury Hotels Team Up with Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental to Create a New High-End Road Trip

New “Lap of Luxury” Self-Guided Adventure Tour in Ecuador - January 29, 2019 - Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental

Luminit LLC Announces Joint Venture with RiT Display for Next-Gen Automotive Optics

Luminit LLC Announces Joint Venture with RiT Display for Next-Gen Automotive Optics

Taiwan-based Luminit Automotive Technologies will develop and manufacture optical solutions for automotive taillights and next-generation light sources for LiDAR and HUD applications. - January 24, 2019 - Luminit

Primary Gravity Harvesting Emerges as a New Alternative Energy Source, Experts Say It Will Overtake Municipal Solar by 2050

Alternative energy pump, designed for construction, firefighting and military use. Device is powered by moving weight, such as vehicles or large livestock. Demos offered in Alexandria, VA. Targeting city officials, construction contractors, military contractors, etc. - January 24, 2019 - Gravitational Systems Engineer

FCP Euro Continues Partnership with LIQUI MOLY for The 2019 TC America Championship

FCP Euro Continues Partnership with LIQUI MOLY for The 2019 TC America Championship

After a successful inaugural season finishing third overall in the TCR class of the Pirelli World Challenge, FCP Euro is extending their partnership with LIQUI MOLY for the re-branded TC America Championship in 2019. The team will again compete with their two 2018 Volkswagen GTI TCRs. FCP Euro's... - January 18, 2019 - FCP Euro

Auto Driveaway Acquires J&J Driveaway

Announcing expansion into heavy truck transportation market. - January 16, 2019 - Auto Driveaway

BOCAR Group Selects FACTON to Standardize Costing and Quoting Processes

BOCAR Group Selects FACTON to Standardize Costing and Quoting Processes

FACTON, the leader in Enterprise Product Costing (EPC), today announced the BOCAR Group has selected FACTON EPC as the core technology solution to standardize costing and quoting across the enterprise. - January 16, 2019 - FACTON

Getaround’s Alleged Earliest Investor Files Suit for Alleged Fraud Against the Carsharing Company, CEO Sam Zaid, CFO Adam Kosmicki

Getaround’s Alleged Earliest Investor Files Suit for Alleged Fraud Against the Carsharing Company, CEO Sam Zaid, CFO Adam Kosmicki

The lawsuit alleges ride-sharing startup Getaround deceived its earliest investor into selling shares to CEO's friends and family at below-market price. - January 15, 2019 - Gaw | Poe LLP

Hukseflux Introduces the Hot Cube Human Thermal Comfort Measuring System - A New, Innovative Tool for Automotive Testing and Research and Education

Hukseflux Thermal Sensors, market leader in heat flux measurement, has released the TCOMSYS01 system. It measures human thermal comfort according to the new Hot Cube method. Its application in automotive testing seems logic - Hukseflux was recently voted Automotive Supplier of the Year - but there is more. - January 14, 2019 - Hukseflux Thermal Sensors B.V.

Driver 1 Introduces Car Subscriptions for Young Drivers

"Driver 1" launches a car subscription service exclusively for 17 to 24 year olds. Affordable and flexible monthly subscription for a nearly new first car. Hand it back when off to Uni and restart when you need it. - January 12, 2019 - Driver 1 Ltd

TFI Envision, Inc. Tapped by zMAX®

With the launch of an all new household and automotive lubricant to compete with the major players, zMAX® reached out to TFI Envision recently to develop the new packaging graphics for their new product, zMAX® Multi-Purpose Lube. - January 12, 2019 - TFI Envision, Inc.

URentMe.com Launches Crowdfunding Campaign on Start Engine Platform

URentMe.com Launches Crowdfunding Campaign on Start Engine Platform

URentMe aims to be the USA's #1 simple-to-use Peer-to-Peer Marketplace for Powersports, RV's and motorized Watercraft. We believe we are the only existing online platform that offers full comprehensive insurance on all Powersports and RV's. At URentMe we provide additional peace of mind to owners by running Motor Vehicle checks on all prospective renters. URentMe is providing owners with earnings to at least offset their costs and earn additional income. - January 11, 2019 - URentMe.com

Biig: Turning Car Trunk Into a Delivery Destination to Protect Packages from Theft

Biig: Turning Car Trunk Into a Delivery Destination to Protect Packages from Theft

Biig is turning car trunks into mobile lockers to secure packages from being stolen and damaged. Packages are left unattended for hours, which can result in theft and being damaged from rainy weather. - January 11, 2019 - Biig

Baylor Group Chosen as Honda’s Exhibit Partner for 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES)

Baylor Group Chosen as Honda’s Exhibit Partner for 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES)

Baylor Group, a live engagement agency, was chosen as Honda’s exhibit partner for the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). - January 10, 2019 - Baylor Group Inc.

Mexico Auto Insurance is Now Mandatory

Mexico Auto Insurance is Now Mandatory

Mexico Auto Insurance became a legal requirement on for all vehicles traveling on Mexican federal highways on January 1, 2019. - January 10, 2019 - Mexpro.com

CES 2019 Premiere: Bamboo Apps and Rinspeed Reveal a Futuristic Interior Design and Connected Apps for microSNAP Car

CES 2019 Premiere: Bamboo Apps and Rinspeed Reveal a Futuristic Interior Design and Connected Apps for microSNAP Car

At CES 2019, Bamboo Apps presents its new concept: a futuristic interior design and a suite of connected car control apps delivered to “microSNAP,” a new autonomous vehicle unveiled by Rinspeed, a Swiss car design powerhouse. - January 09, 2019 - Bamboo Apps

LIFEGIFT® Announces "School Zones" to Protect Communities from the Dangers of Distracted Driving, and Raise Funds for Local Schools

LIFEGIFT® Announces "School Zones" to Protect Communities from the Dangers of Distracted Driving, and Raise Funds for Local Schools

LIFEGIFT® Launches “School-Zones” to Help Schools Raise Funds and Protect Their Communities from The Dangers of Mobile Phone Related Distracted Driving. Participating Schools Receive 50% of All Revenues Raised. - January 07, 2019 - LifeGift Technologies

Big Thinkers Media Announces Orr Nissan Expansion

Big Thinkers Media Announces Orr Nissan Expansion

The ad agency will represent the legendary auto group which will now have four dealerships across two major brands. - January 04, 2019 - Big Thinkers Media

Gator Chevrolet is Now Offering Warranty for Life

Gator Chevrolet is Now Offering Warranty for Life

JD Power Warranty for Life on every new and eligible used vehicle at Gator Chevrolet in Jasper, Florida. No cost to you. Unlimited time, unlimited miles, no deductibles. - January 01, 2019 - Gator Chevrolet

Leesburg Ford Dealership Launches Newest Sales Incentive

Key Scales Ford Announces 2018 Ford Edge Below Factory Invoice Pricing - December 26, 2018 - Key Scales Ford

Leesburg FL Ford Dealership Announces Sunday Hours

Key Scales Ford is Now Open Every Sunday - December 26, 2018 - Key Scales Ford

FCP Euro Takes Aim at 2019 TC America TCR Class Championship

FCP Euro Takes Aim at 2019 TC America TCR Class Championship

After a successful inaugural season finishing third overall in the TCR class of Pirelli World Challenge, FCP Euro is setting its sights on vying for the re-branded TC America Championship in 2019. The team will again compete with their 2018 Volkswagen GTI TCR's with Michael Hurczyn, and 2018 TCR... - December 24, 2018 - FCP Euro

Councilmember Rishi Kumar at Elon Musk's Loop Tunnel Opening

Councilmember Rishi Kumar at Elon Musk's Loop Tunnel Opening

Councilmember Rishi Kumar was present at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Elon Musk’s first tunnel in Los Angeles for the Boring Company. - December 21, 2018 - Rishi Kumar for Congress 2020

Connected Driving Report for OEMs and Tier 1 Vendors in Automotive Industry

Connected Driving Report for OEMs and Tier 1 Vendors in Automotive Industry

How Tier 1 vendors can meet consumer demands and industry offers by becoming value-adding service providers for OEMs. - December 19, 2018 - Intellias

Sales and Service Growth Prompts Atlantic Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram to Move to a New Facility

Sales and Service Growth Prompts Atlantic Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram to Move to a New Facility

Atlantic Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram has relocated to a new, state-of-the-art facility in West Islip, NY. In the wake of substantial 2018 growth, Atlantic Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram has relocated to a standalone, state-of-the-art facility located at 555 Sunrise Hwy West Islip, NY. The modern facility... - December 18, 2018 - Atlantic Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Bridgestone Winter Driving School Opens 35th Season

Vehicle Fleet Features 2019 Model-Year Toyotas Equipped with Bridgestone Blizzak Tires. - December 17, 2018 - Bridgestone Winter Driving School

Road Warrior Tires, a Division of TRU Development Inc., Will be Opening Its New Warehouse in Los Angeles, California on Dec. 17, 2018

Road Warrior Tires, a Division of TRU Development Inc., Will be Opening Its New Warehouse in Los Angeles, California on Dec. 17, 2018

Road Warrior Tires proudly announces its partnership with trucktiresinc.com. Currently preparing for the grand opening of a new distribution center in Los Angeles, California, more details will soon follow. Located at: 4361 Valley Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90032 Due to a tremendous increase in... - December 16, 2018 - TRU Development Inc.

After Hours Auto Repair, Inc. Undergoes Name Change to Affinity Automotive Services, Inc.

After Hours Auto Repair, Inc. Undergoes Name Change to Affinity Automotive Services, Inc.

Customer Input Leads to Local Business Name Change - December 15, 2018 - Affinity Automotive Services, Inc.

LotBlok to Enable Simple, Blockchain-Based Auto Sales

LotBlok Inc., an auto-tech company based in San Carlos, CA, is announcing the release of a blockchain-based car sales platform this coming January. By integrating advanced Blockchain and IPFS technology into their preexisting system for P2P, B2B, and P2B car sales, LotBlok will enable cheaper,... - December 13, 2018 - LotBlok Inc.

All-New QuickTrick 4th Gen Portable Wheel Alignment Models Announced

All-New QuickTrick 4th Gen Portable Wheel Alignment Models Announced

Alignment Simple Solutions Debuts New Line for 2019 Portable Alignment. - December 10, 2018 - QuickTrick - Alignment Simple Solutions

Predictive Costing – Application Possibilities for Artificial Intelligence in Cost Management

Predictive Costing – Application Possibilities for Artificial Intelligence in Cost Management

Over 100 international costing experts met on November 29 at the 11th FACTON User Conference in Stuttgart, Germany. “Predictive Costing” was the theme of the event, where guests discussed the latest topics: From artificial intelligence and related application possibilities in product... - December 07, 2018 - FACTON

Brent Hagar's State Farm Agency, Serving the Tulsa Community, Has Received the Company’s Prestigious President’s Club Award

Brent Hagar's State Farm Agency, Serving the Tulsa Community, Has Received the Company’s Prestigious President’s Club Award

This top award recognizes the agent’s outstanding sales ability, plus honors agents who align their business with the long-term direction of the company and who act as advocates for their customers. Only 50 agents a year are granted this award for being a top agent in a particular line of... - December 04, 2018 - Brent Hagar, State Farm Insurance Agent

Brother-Sister Team Enters 2019 Multi-State “Great Race” to Honor Legendary Father

Past Winners, the Holland Family Seeks Sponsorship for 1909 Buick, Oldest Car in OC - December 04, 2018 - Holland Racing

Direct Auto & Life Insurance to Host  "National Interview Day" on December 5

Direct Auto & Life Insurance to Host "National Interview Day" on December 5

Direct Auto & Life Insurance will host a hiring event, National Interview Day, from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Wed., Dec. 5, 2018 at 15 participating store locations in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. - November 26, 2018 - Direct Auto Insurance

FACTON Announces New Features to Keep Product Costs in Check Together: Version 10 of the FACTON EPC Design Costing Solution

FACTON Announces New Features to Keep Product Costs in Check Together: Version 10 of the FACTON EPC Design Costing Solution

FACTON, the leader in Enterprise Product Costing (EPC), today announced the release of version 10, the latest of its FACTON EPC Design Costing solution. The solution for design costing in the FACTON Enterprise Product Costing (EPC) Suite offers a range of enhancements. - November 21, 2018 - FACTON

VisTracks and ATrack Announce Strategic Alliance Agreement

VisTracks is pleased to announce a Strategic Alliance Agreement with ATrack which includes certification of the AK11, AX11 and AX7B telematics devices.  - November 21, 2018 - ATrack Technology Inc.

Rust Bullet, LLC Announces 2018 Black Friday Sale

Rust Bullet, LLC Announces 2018 Black Friday Sale

Rust Bullet, LLC announced their 2018 Black Friday Sale. The sale began 11/16/18 and concludes on 12/06/18. - November 17, 2018 - Rust Bullet, LLC

Nebula Systems Confirm Telematic Chipset, NC1701, First Commercial Firmware Release

Nebula Systems Confirm Telematic Chipset, NC1701, First Commercial Firmware Release

Connected Car Innovators Nebula Systems have released an exciting new hardware solution to greatly increase access to valuable vehicle data. The NC1701 is a dedicated vehicle communications chip solution capable of extracting OEM data from any vehicle. It can be embedded into any telematic device... - November 16, 2018 - Nebula Systems Ltd

New Study on VinCheck.info Shows Car Title Washing Facts in America

Free VIN reports provider, VinCheck.info, offers insights into the problem of title washing with actual stats and figures as well as sound advice on how to avoid fraud on the used car market. - November 13, 2018 - VinAudit

MOEV Inc. Brings Smart EV Charging to LA Cleantech Incubator

Smart EV charging company MOEV (pronounced “move”) Inc. is a start-up "portfolio company" rooted in the fertile entrepreneurial soil at the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) in the city’s Arts District, where MOEV's smart EV charging solution for workplaces and fleets has been installed in the parking lot. - November 12, 2018 - MOEV Inc.

Leesburg Ford Dealership Hosts Local After-Hours Event

Key Scales Ford Sponsors Local Chamber of Commerce Business After-Hours. - November 12, 2018 - Key Scales Ford

Leesburg, FL Ford Dealership Participates in Villages Car Show

Key Scales Ford Showcases their 2019 Ford Vehicles at November Car Show. - November 11, 2018 - Key Scales Ford

Quickly and Easily Calculate Additional Financial Expenditure Associated with Customs Duties: FACTON Announces Version 10 of Its EPC Cost Management Solution

Quickly and Easily Calculate Additional Financial Expenditure Associated with Customs Duties: FACTON Announces Version 10 of Its EPC Cost Management Solution

Software manufacturer FACTON has added a number of new features to Version 10 of its Enterprise Product Costing (EPC) Cost Management Solution. Now it is possible to perform product costing in global supply chains to account for all costs. This enables enterprises to quickly respond to unexpected... - November 09, 2018 - FACTON

Elanders Americas Named Among Top Suppliers for 2018 by American Honda

Premier Partner Program Recognizes Excellence in Quality, Value and Customer Service - November 08, 2018 - Elanders Americas

GarageFloorCoating.com Announces Revolutionary “Clean” Mica and Its New Bagari Stone Effects Coating System

GarageFloorCoating.com Announces Revolutionary “Clean” Mica and Its New Bagari Stone Effects Coating System

GarageFloorCoating.com (www.garagefloorcoating.com) is announcing its exclusive and proprietary “clean” mica and its new epoxy coating system called Bagari Stone Effects. Mica is a shimmering silicate mineral found as minute crystals in granite and other rocks. It is available in... - November 07, 2018 - GarageFloorCoating.com

Badger Truck Center Acquires Assets of Lakeland Chevrolet Buick of Lake Mills

Badger Truck Center purchases Lakeland Chevrolet Buick, Adds Chevrolet Commercial Truck Line to Product Offering. - November 07, 2018 - Badger Truck Center

SoftBank Mobile Choose ATrack AP3 for Corporate Vehicle Management

ATrack Technology Inc. (TPEX: 6465), a world-class telematics technology company in the smart fleet and asset management marketplace, today announced that its newly launched 4G LTE cigar lighter GPS tracker AP3 has been selected by SoftBank Mobile, a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp., for company... - November 07, 2018 - ATrack Technology Inc.

Wildcat Discovery Technologies Granted Patent for Noncarbonate Electrolytes for Silicon Anodes

Wildcat Discovery Technologies Granted Patent for Noncarbonate Electrolytes for Silicon Anodes

Wildcat’s successful US Dept. of Energy project yields granted patent for a noncarbonate electrolyte that outperforms fluoroethylene carbonate based solutions on silicon anodes. - November 06, 2018 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies

FCA Awards Helm Wear Mopar Branded Merchandising Program

Helm, LLC, a leading service provider of Brand Marketing and Merchandising, Technology Solutions, Publications, and Third-Party Fulfillment solutions, announced today that it has been awarded the Mopar brand merchandising program (www.wearmopar.com). Mopar will become the seventh FCA brand to be... - November 06, 2018 - Helm LLC

Bestop Launches Sunrider for Hardtop for All New Jeep®  Wrangler with a Bang

Bestop Launches Sunrider for Hardtop for All New Jeep® Wrangler with a Bang

Industry leader unveils limited time, introductory pricing on ultimate Jeep® accessory. - November 05, 2018 - Bestop

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