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Johannesburg International Motor Show - 3D Car Shows - 8th October to 16th October 2011

There are only a few days left before the Johannesburg International Motor Show starts and they are counting the days. The Johannesburg International Motor Show is due to start on the 8th of October 2011 up to the 16th of October 2011. - October 04, 2011 - 3D Car Shows

Leading Used Van Retailer Anchor Vans Reports Increase in Sales of Long Wheel Base Courier Vans in Lead Up to Festive Season

Anchor Vans has reported an upsurge in sales of used long wheel base vans used by couriers and delivery companies in the lead up to the festive season’s peak delivery period. - October 03, 2011 - Anchor Vans

Drive Safely Work Week 2011: Getting There Safely is Everyone's Business

NAFA Fleet Management Association is helping to promote this year's Drive Safely Work Week Campaign. - October 02, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

Plaza Cadillac Set to Attend Leesburg Business Expo

Plaza Cadillac will be in attendance at this year’s Leesburg, FL business expo. - October 02, 2011 - Plaza Cadillac

Local Michigan Racer Pursuing His Dream in NASCAR

The dreams of running in one of Nascar’s Elite Series looks to be just around the corner for Andrew Conklin of Muskegon, MI. Andrew Conklin is a 26 year old local racecar driver at the tracks of Berlin Raceway and Kalamazoo Speedway. Andrew also has race go-karts and stockcars on many dirt... - October 01, 2011 - Lafferty Motorsports

Leesburg Cadillac Dealer Set to Sponsor Local Car Show

Plaza Cadillac is proud to announce their sponsorship of the Crusin’ Couples Classic Car Club’s car show this weekend at Ferran Park. The car show will take place at the Dowtown Eustis area park on Saturday October 1, 2011. Plaza Cadillac is a name sponsor of the event and will be... - October 01, 2011 - Plaza Cadillac

Free Car Wash Equipment Buying Guide Demystifies Vehicle Cleaning Technologies

Written by Daimer® technical professionals, the new Web section explains the three most important car detailing systems and when to use each for internal or external vehicle surfaces for optimal results. - October 01, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.

Ecuador Emerges as World's Best Value in Motorcycle Travel

Ecuador Emerges as World's Best Value in Motorcycle Travel

Ecuador is one of the most intensely interesting places in the world. It is the most bio-diverse and geologically-diverse country on the planet. It has now become a top choice for adventure motorcyclists on a budget. - September 30, 2011 - Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental

Berkshire’s Largest Used Van Retailer Anchor Vans Reports Sharp Increase in Demand for 4x4 Vehicles, Raising Prices by 10% Since the Summer

Anchor Vans has reported a sharp increase in demand for 4x4 vans which has pushed prices up by ten percent since the summer months. - September 29, 2011 - Anchor Vans

Free Car Service for Legend Volkswagen Fans on Facebook

Legend Volkswagen is offering Long Island customers a chance to win free car service during Facebook contest. - September 29, 2011 - Legend Volkswagen

Odyne Systems, LLC to Showcase Hybrid Power Truck System with Partner Remy, Inc. in Booth 4551 at the 2011 ICUEE Show

Odyne’s Advanced Hybrid Propulsion System Featured on an International Chassis Reduces Fuel Consumption by Up To 50% - September 28, 2011 - Odyne Systems, LLC

Walker Toyota Launches iPad 2 Contest

Walker Toyota, the number 1 auto dealer on Facebook launched its sixth iPad2 contest. - September 28, 2011 - Social Ups

New Auto Detailing Equipment Targets Non-Porous, Interior Car Surfaces

Daimer®’s new top-end Ultra 5050CV truck, vehicle and car cleaning machines now offer more heat and pressure for hard and sealed soft surfaces. - September 25, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.

Innovation Direct™ to Serve as Marketing Representative for Graphic Tees Invention

Calvin P., North Carolina resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention and patent licensing leader Innovation Direct™ to present his Graphic Tees concept to industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new product designed to enhance the look of any automobile in a creative... - September 24, 2011 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Get Straight-Forward Financing at Matt Ford Sales in Kansas City

Local Kansas City Ford dealer, Matt Ford Sales, is proud to offer its customers easy and straight-forward financing on all new and used cars. - September 24, 2011 - Matt Ford

Seibert’s Schedules Customer Appreciation Days in Richmond

To show appreciation for its customers, Seibert’s will offer full-service gas pumping, window washing, fuel economy tips, free breakfast and more at several Richmond-area BP gas stations on Fridays now through October 7th. - September 23, 2011 - Seibert's

Leading Berkshire Commercial Vehicle Retailer Anchor Vans Appoints New Sales Executive, Expanding the Successful Used Van Sales Team

Anchor Vans has expanded its van sales team due to increasing demand for new and used vans, and welcomes sales executive Michael Doidge. - September 23, 2011 - Anchor Vans

Planet Hyundai to Host New Owners’ Clinic on October 19, 2011

Planet Hyundai is pleased to announce that it will be hosting a new owners’ car care clinic on Wednesday, October 19, 2011, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Planet Hyundai Centennial store. - September 23, 2011 - Planet Hyundai

Europcar Joins Perth Glory Football Club

Perth Glory is pleased to announce that Europcar, one of the most popular companies providing car hire in Perth, has joined forces with the football club as a “Premier Sponsor” for the 2011/12 season. - September 23, 2011 - Europcar

Holden Cruze, Skoda Superb Join Australia’s Europcar Car Hire Fleet

Leading Australian car rental company Europcar, will begin introducing the Holden Cruze and the Skoda Superb station wagon to its large fleet. - September 23, 2011 - Europcar

Europcar Encourages Its Australian Customers to be "Green" Drivers by Promoting Its Fleet of Eco-Friendly Cars Online

Europcar, one of Australia’s most popular car rental companies and a key player in sustainable development in its sector, has launched a new eco-friendly section on it’s Australian website which highlights its fleet of green cars. - September 23, 2011 - Europcar

Innovation Direct™ Sets Sights on 2011 Editions of AAPEX and SEMA Shows

Innovation Direct™, a South Florida-based leader in the area of invention and patent licensing now in its 15th year of serving the inventor community, is pleased to announce its upcoming participation in upcoming the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Manufacturer’s Association) and AAPEX... - September 22, 2011 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Reichert DEF-Chek™ Pocket Digital Fluid Tester Chosen by MOTOR Magazine in Their Prestigious Top 20 Tools Award Category for 2011

Reichert DEF-Chek™ Pocket Digital Fluid Tester Chosen by MOTOR Magazine in Their Prestigious Top 20 Tools Award Category for 2011

Reichert Technologies announces MOTOR magazine has selected the DEF-Chek™ pocket digital fluid tester as a winner of its prestigious Top 20 Tools Award. In an industry crowded with awards, MOTOR magazine’s Top 20 Tools Award stands a bit taller than the rest. Their technical editors... - September 21, 2011 - Reichert Technologies

Car Customization Will Motivate the Sales of Personalized Car Accessories: Car Parts Retailer Autoyet

As a majority of car manufacturers join the force of car customization services, personalized car accessories will capture a bigger and bigger part of the market according to car accessories store Autoyet. - September 21, 2011 - Autoyet

NAFA Presents First-Ever "Mastering International Fleet Management" Seminar

NAFA Fleet Management will hold its first ever seminar on international fleet management November 1-3, 2011 at the Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa in Jupiter, Florida. - September 21, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

iTraceRT-MVT: Gyro Based System for Multi Vehicle Tracking to Test Automotive Driver Assistance Systems by Automated Driving

iMAR GmbH, a leading German manufacturer of inertial measuring systems for navigation, stabilization, surveying, guidance and control, being designed for defence, surveying, automotive and industrial applications, launched its latest generation of miniaturized precise fiber optic gyro based systems... - September 19, 2011 - iMAR GmbH

Level 5 Motorsports Revved Up for Enduro Appearance After Missing Silverstone

Level 5 Motorsports Revved Up for Enduro Appearance After Missing Silverstone

The team has made podium finishes in some of the biggest races of the past year, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Six Hours of Imola. Last month, the crew competed in the four-mile Road America circuit for the sixth round of the ALMS season and won its class, which continued Level 5’s undefeated record in American Le Mans Series competition this year. - September 18, 2011 - Level 5 Motorsports

Car Leasing and Financing for Expatriates in USA Without a U.S. Credit Score by ExpatRide.com

For newly arrived foreign nationals in the USA it is very frustrating not having a U.S. credit score. When it comes to car leasing and financing ExpatRide has solved that problem. - September 18, 2011 - ExpatRide International, Inc.

Electric Motor Werks Announces First Prototype BMW 3-Series Conversion Completion

Palo Alto company, Electric Motor Werks announced successful completion of the design and construction work on the first 3-series BMW electric conversion. The electric prototype has been extensively test-driven to tune various components and will be unveiled during the upcoming Annual Palo Alto EV... - September 18, 2011 - Electric Motor Werks

BMW of Murrieta Hits the Road

BMW of Murrieta is now fully operational and their newest ad campaign is sure to be turning heads and making them a household name soon. - September 17, 2011 - BMW of Murrieta

Camry Effect Unites Toyota Owners

Germain Sarasota, a local Toyota dealership, is proud to announce the launch of the "Camry Effect," a digital portal where Camry owners past and present can share how this incredible car became a part of their life. - September 17, 2011 - Germain Toyota of Sarasota

Sanderson Ford Hosts “All Ford Show”

Sanderson Ford will be hosting the “All Ford Show” in Glendale, Arizona on October 1. - September 17, 2011 - Sanderson Ford

The Cumberland Chrysler Center Unveils Details About Their Newest Fall Sales and Promotions

The Cumberland Chrysler Center is proud to announce the details of their 2011 Fall Save-a-thon promotion. The Cookeville, TN based Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, RAM dealer will be offering great pricing specials and even better financing options. The Fall promotion hits each of the different makes with... - September 16, 2011 - Cumberland Chrysler Center

Bob Gillingham Ford and The Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation Host 3rd Annual Charity Golf Outing

Bob Gillingham Ford teams up with The Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation for their 3rd Annual Charity Golf Outing benefiting military Veterans on Friday, September 16th, at Bunker Hill Golf House in Medina. - September 15, 2011 - Bob Gillingham Ford

Discovery Car Hire Stands Firm on the No GPS Tracking on Rental Cars Movement

If there is one car rental company that’s strongly against GPS tracking devices to be installed on rental cars, it’s Discovery Car Hire. The company is determined to continue to make sure that every client keeps his or her privacy when travelling. - September 15, 2011 - Discovery Car Hire

Plymouth Lincoln Dealer is #1 Volume Lincoln Dealer in Nation for August 2011

Hines Park Lincoln, a Lincoln dealer located near Detroit, is pleased to announce it was the #1 volume Lincoln Dealer in the nation for August 2011. - September 15, 2011 - Hines Park Lincoln

Warranty Direct Expands Vehicle Service Contract Coverage for Customers at No Extra Charge

Warranty Direct, a leading provider of extended vehicle service contracts, has announced expanded coverage for its major policies at no additional cost to customers. - September 15, 2011 - Warranty Direct

Dunkermotor Introduces CANopen, Profibus, Modbus Enabled Solar Tracker Motors

Dunkermotor Introduces CANopen, Profibus, Modbus Enabled Solar Tracker Motors

Embedded intelligence reduces bus traffic and can take over mission critical motion control functions when network is down. - September 14, 2011 - Dunkermotoren USA Inc.

Cookeville Toyota Dealer Giving Away TV

As an incentive for customers, especially those interested in services, Cumberland Toyota will be giving away a free TV to one lucky winner. - September 14, 2011 - Cumberland Toyota

Clear Lake Infiniti is Excited to Offer Houston Customers Infiniti Personal Assistant

Every new Infiniti sold at Clear Lake Infiniti now comes with unlimited, four-year complimentary access to “anything, anytime, anywhere” task assistant agents. - September 11, 2011 - Clear Lake Infiniti

Don Chalmers Ford in Albuquerque Wins Ford’s President’s Award for the 11th Time

Don Chalmers Ford is honored to receive their eleventh President’s Award for superior Customer Satisfaction. - September 10, 2011 - Don Chalmers Ford

Seon Design Introduces the Super Tough Outdoor CA Wedge Camera  for Mobile Applications

Seon Design Introduces the Super Tough Outdoor CA Wedge Camera for Mobile Applications

Deploy the industry-leading outdoor CA Wedge with confidence. The world’s #1 mobile surveillance systems supplier*, Seon Design, delivers an industry-leading exterior camera for mobile applications. - September 08, 2011 - Seon Design Inc.

One Concierge Gears Up for 64th Frankfurt International Motor Show

The Frankfurt International Motor Show is one of the largest automotive shows in the world and this year, One Concierge is determined to be part of it. - September 08, 2011 - One Concierge

Dick Hannah Dealerships Provides Cars for Annual MDA Executive Lock-up

The Muscular Dystrophy Association’s (MDA) annual Executive Lock-up in the Portland/Vancouver area successfully raised over $72,000 this year by arresting and locking up local business executives. This year Dick Hannah Dealerships partnered with the MDA by providing vehicles for use by the... - September 08, 2011 - Dick Hannah Dealerships

Car Classifieds Web Site Launches for Midwest Residents

Easy-to-use site is free to use for both buyers and sellers. - September 08, 2011 - Midwest Car Trader

Motorz TV 5th Season Premieres This Fall

New season of the hit car show “Motorz” premieres on national television later this month. - September 04, 2011 - Duke Networks, LLC

Gateway Classic Cars Continues to Grow

Classic Car dealer firmly believes now is the time to buy your dream car. - September 04, 2011 - Gateway Classic Cars

Long-Term Effects of Credit Crunch on Used Commercial Vehicle Availability Seen in Shortage of 3 Year Old Used Vans, Reports Anchor Vans

Anchor Vans, a leading retailer of used vans, has reported a shortage of 3 year old used vans as a result of the credit crunch three years ago. - September 04, 2011 - Anchor Vans

MyReviewsNow Shop At Home Introduces a Car Lease Resource for Auto Owners

MyReviewsNow Shop At Home Introduces a Car Lease Resource for Auto Owners

MyReviewsNow Shop at Home announces its affiliation with Lease Trader. Lease Trader is a quality resource for individuals looking to take over or transfer an existing automotive lease. This service handles all legal, vehicle shipping, and contact tasks in order to simplify any lease transfer process. - September 03, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors

Kabiela – Automotive Group Buying Launches as the First Group Buying and Daily Deals Site for the Automotive Enthusiast Niche Market

The Corux Group, LLC is launching Kabiela (http://Kabiela.com), the first group buying and daily deals site catering specifically to the automotive enthusiast niche market. Much like Groupon or LivingSocial, Kabiela harnesses the power of social networks to negotiate deals with partner merchants... - September 03, 2011 - The Corux Group, LLC

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