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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Odyne Systems Awarded DOE and SCAQMD Contracts
Department Of Energy and South Coast Air Quality Management District Award Cost Shared Project to Odyne to Design and Evaluate Advanced Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles - August 31, 2011 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment LLC is Offering Free Shipping on Longevity Plasma Cutters, Welders, and Multipurpose Units
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment is proud to reinstate free shipping on all Longevity plasma cutters, welders, and multipurpose units. Among the selection of plasma cutters are the Longevity ForceCut 40d, 50d, 40i, 50i, 60i and 80i, as well as the PlasmaPro. All include 100% constant arc and... - August 31, 2011 - NHProEquip
Coggin Nissan on Atlantic Supports the Special Olympics
Jacksonville Nissan Dealership Teams Up with the Florida Surfing Association to Raise Money. - August 31, 2011 - Coggin Nissan on Atlantic
Nalley Lexus Roswell Wins Elite of Lexus Award
Nalley Lexus Roswell, a distinguished Lexus dealership in Roswell, Georgia, recently has been awarded the 2010 Elite of Lexus award. This award is given to Lexus dealers who excel at sales, service, and overall owner support. - August 31, 2011 - Nalley Lexus of Roswell
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment LLC is Now a CEMB Wheel Products Dealer
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment LLC has developed a relationship with CEMB-USA. - August 30, 2011 - NHProEquip
Get Service at Clear Lake Infiniti in Houston and Win Great Prizes from Infiniti
Houston Infiniti dealer, Clear Lake Infiniti, is taking part in Infiniti’s At Your Service Sweepstakes. Participants have the chance to win a two-year service plan, a new car and more. - August 28, 2011 - Clear Lake Infiniti
Sanderson Volvo Sponsors Phoenix Cooks, Benefiting Phoenix Children’s Hospital
Sanderson Volvo is sponsoring Phoenix Cooks, a Labor Day Weekend event benefitting Phoenix Children’s Hospital. - August 28, 2011 - Sanderson Volvo
NAFA Supports Proposed Ruling Regarding Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery
NAFA Fleet Management Association continues to monitor upcoming legislation that could affect fleet managers. - August 27, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Bunk Campers Team Up with War Child Ireland for Electric Picnic Giveaway
For the second year running Bunk Campers are teaming up with the War Child Ireland competition to offer four days campervan rental for the Electric Picnic Festival in County Laois from 2nd – 4th September 2011. Leave out the wrestling with pegs, strings, covers and instructions for tents -... - August 27, 2011 - Bunk Campers
Bunk Campers Sponsor "Race Around Ireland," Europe’s Toughest Cycle Challenge
Bunk Campers have recently agreed to support Philip Field in "Race Around Ireland," Europe’s toughest non-stop 2,100km cycle challenge to raise money for Help for Heroes taking place from 11th September 2011. The cut off time for the event is 132 hours for solos and two person teams... - August 26, 2011 - Bunk Campers
Electric Motor Werks - Bringing Thousands of High-Performance Car Conversions to the US Roads
Electric Motor Werks (EMotorWerks) is a California Group focused on promoting high performance electric conversions. Their mission is to dramatically accelerate adoption of electric car conversions and raise the image of the affordable and fun electric car solutions. - August 26, 2011 - Electric Motor Werks
NewProductHelp.com Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative of P & D Performance Invention
Ashvin P. and Colin D., Texas residents and co-inventors, have contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent their P & D Performance concept to industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new product designed to greatly simplify a common automotive... - August 25, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com to be at Forefront of Marketing Campaign for All Weather Covering Invention
Andy G. and Pamela E., Kentucky residents and co-inventors, have contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent their All Weather Covering invention to industry over the next 2 years. An effective new product designed to protect vehicles from the... - August 25, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
MAHA-USA Announced Introduction of New Line of Auto Lifts
Pinckard, Alabama based auto repair manufacturer MAHA-USA has recently announced the introduction of several new products to their existing line of innovative auto lifts. These new solutions are designed to increase the ability of their clients to offer a wider array of services to their... - August 25, 2011 - Maha-USA
Pedestrian Safety Undertray Molded from SABIC’s Xenoy iQ* Resin Helps Ford C-MAX Earn Euro NCAP Five-Star Rating
Xenoy iQ* resin from SABIC’s Innovative Plastics strategic business unit – chosen by Ford for the pedestrian safety system of its 2011 C-MAX multipurpose vehicle (MPV). - August 25, 2011 - SABIC Innovative Plastics
Helwig Auto Clinic Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary - Special Offers and Sales Planned Through the Year
Helwig Auto Clinic, the leading auto maintenance and repair shop in south-central Wisconsin is delighted to celebrate its 10th successful year in business. A Customer Appreciation Day is scheduled on Saturday, September 17th from 11 am to 3 pm. - August 24, 2011 - Helwig Auto Clinic
Car Service Giveaways from Legend Nissan of Long Island on Facebook
A Facebook contest to see how many fans Legend Nissan in Long Island can get is giving away free car services to selected customers. - August 24, 2011 - Legend Nissan
NAFA's Canadian Advanced Fleet Management Seminar Comes to Toronto
Fleet managers from throughout Canada will come together in Toronto for the 2011 Canadian Fleet Conference. Those wishing to continue their fleet education can attend NAFA's Canadian Advanced Fleet Management Seminar immediately following the conference. - August 24, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
New Auto Detailing Pressure Washers Minimize Water Use
Daimer® releases its lowest priced, low-flow, all steam car wash machines engineered for maneuverability, ease of use, and water-efficiency. - August 24, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Car Accessories Store, Autoyet Warned People to Watch Out for GPS Hackers
Motorists have to watch out for GPS hackers if they connected GPS trackers to cell phones according to auto parts store Autoyet. - August 24, 2011 - Autoyet
Anchor Vans Provides Ford Transit Minibus as Sponsorship for Quicklight Ltd’s 3 Peaks Challenge Charity Fundraiser
Anchors Vans has provided the use of a 12 seater Ford Transit minibus for use during Quicklight Ltd’s 3 Peaks Challenge. - August 23, 2011 - Anchor Vans
NAFA Supports New Standards for Heavy-Duty Trucks and Buses Announced by White House
NAFA Fleet Management Association supports the recently proposed standards for work trucks, buses, and other heavy-duty vehicles announced by the President. - August 21, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Drive Away to Electric Picnic in the All-Purpose Festival Van from Bunk Campers
It’s time for celebrations again and the lawns of Stradbally Hall, Ireland, are getting ready to rock the world. The Electric Picnic, a unique festival of Ireland, is happening from 2 – 3 September 2011. And with some luck by your side you could be a part of this festival without... - August 21, 2011 - Bunk Campers
Top-of-Line Auto Detailing Steam Cleaners Target Interior Surfaces
Daimer® new Ultra 5000CV vehicle, truck and car-cleaning machines now produce more heat and psi for sealed soft and hard surfaces. - August 21, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Cumberland Chrysler to Begin New Chrysler Finance Program
Cumberland Chrysler Center is going to begin participating in the groundbreaking financing program from Chrysler Group and Ally. - August 21, 2011 - Cumberland Chrysler Center
Nalley Audi Roswell Wins Second Magna Society Award
Nalley Audi Roswell is pleased to announce its recent recognition as a 2010 recipient of the Magna Society Award, making the dealership a winner twice in the past four years. The Magna Society program recognizes Audi’s top performing United States dealerships that surpass expectations in... - August 19, 2011 - Nalley Audi Roswell
Local Classic Car Show Presented by Leesburg Based Plaza Cadillac
On Saturday August 13 Plaza Cadillac will be sponsoring a Classic Car Show from 1-4pm. - August 19, 2011 - Plaza Cadillac
Cookeville Toyota Dealer Expands Available Services
In an effort to be your one-stop automotive location Cumberland Toyota is expanding its service departments. - August 19, 2011 - Cumberland Toyota
Plaza Lincoln Hosting Summer Sales Event
Leesburg local Lincoln dealer, Plaza Lincoln is hosting its summer sales event on August 24th and 25th. - August 19, 2011 - Plaza Lincoln-Mercury
Berkshire’s Leading Ford-Approved Servicing Provider Anchor Vans Builds Dedicated Parts Room to Speed Up Used Van Servicing Turnaround
Anchor Vans has built a dedicated parts room, enabling the vehicle servicing department to stock parts on site and thereby reduce servicing turnaround times. - August 18, 2011 - Anchor Vans
Infiniti of Cool Springs Gets New Ownership, Changes Name
Infiniti of Cool Springs, previously Alexander Infiniti of Cool Springs, is under new ownership of Carmine Grassi. Along with a change in name, the dealership is focused on enhancing customer service. - August 18, 2011 - Infiniti of Cool Springs
D. Robert Dunn Graduates from NADA Academy, Honored at National Automobile Dealers Association Headquarters
D. Robert Dunn of Jim Hudson Hyundai, Columbia, SC, recently graduated from the NADA Dealer Candidate Academy in McLean, VA. - August 18, 2011 - Jim Hudson Hyundai
MAHA-USA Released ALI Certified Wireless Mobile Column Lift That Does Away with Cords and Cables
Mobile column lifts are one of the most versatile, cost-effective solutions for lifting virtually any vehicle for service. But they have one major problem: cords. Wireless Mobile Column Lift by MAHA-USA does away with cords and cables. As a result, technicians no longer have to worry about knocking the lift out of service by running over the cords. - August 17, 2011 - Maha-USA
Crown BMW of Greensboro Sponsors Golfers Against Cancer
Crown BMW of Greensboro, North Carolina is a proud sponsor of Golfers Against Cancer, a foundation that raises funds for cancer research. - August 17, 2011 - Crown BMW of Greensboro