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AutoPlus Implements QR Codes for Car Dealerships

AutoPlus Systems introduces QR codes for car dealerships that are linked to electronic vehicle brochures and incentive coupons. This powerful new technology will provide the customer with information and motivation which both help the dealer close the sale. - March 30, 2011 - AutoPlus Systems

Consumer Phones Bring Together Turn-by-Turn Navigation and Job Dispatch

Job dispatch and scheduling company, vWorkApp, announces the integration of "turn-by-turn" navigation into their product. vWorkApp works with the best of breed navigation providers, TomTom and Google, to provide voice instructions to navigate drivers through their day's work schedule. - March 27, 2011 - vWorkApp

Matt Ford Sales is Excited to Announce New Packages for the 2012 Ford Fiesta

Matt Ford Sales confirms that the 2012 Ford Fiesta will now have two interior packages and one exterior package available to customers. - March 27, 2011 - Matt Ford

Pierce Ball Gallery Announces the "Art of the Car" Show for Spring 2011

"Cars are a study in elegant design details. I had in my minds' eye a show that celebrated those details and was able to find 3 artists that were perfect for this show," says Elizabeth P. Ball, director of the Pierce Ball Gallery - March 26, 2011 - Pierce Ball Gallery

Matthews Hargreaves Chevrolet is Set to Sell the 2011 Chevrolet Volt

The all-new 2011 Chevrolet Volt, the electric vehicle named the 2011 Motor Trend Car of the Year, is now in stock at Matthews Hargreaves Chevrolet. - March 25, 2011 - Matthews Hargreaves Chevrolet

Bell Performance Announces BELLICIDE for Fuel Storage Problems

BELLICIDE is the solution for microbial contamination in fuel storage systems. Eliminating bacteria and fungi problems. - March 24, 2011 - Bell Performance Inc

Charleston Nissan Dealer Offers Nissan College Graduate Rebate Program

College graduates and soon-to-be graduates can take advantage of Hudson Nissan’s College Graduate Rebate Program. Hudson Nissan, a Nissan dealership in Charleston, SC, offers a large selection of new Nissan cars. - March 24, 2011 - Hudson Nissan

Germain Toyota’s Pit Stop Express for Fast Quality Service

Customers who wish to service their vehicles can receive an oil change, tire rotation, alignment, brake replacement, fluid replacement, tire replacement or battery replacement in Germain Toyota’s Pit Stop Express. - March 23, 2011 - Germain Toyota Columbus, OH

G&A Marketing Offers New Automotive Marketing & Sales Resource

Dealers Look to G&A’s Monthly E-Newsletter for Industry News, Reliable Advice. - March 20, 2011 - G&A Marketing

Expand Your Company With New Car Leads: LeadBeaver.com

The online lead specialist reaches out to growing companies in efforts to help expand profits in 2011 with new car leads. - March 20, 2011 - LeadBeaver.com

New Virtual Car Showroom for Nearly New Cars from CC Leasing

Customers can now browse for nearly new, one owner vehicles over the web with CC Leasing's new virtual showroom. - March 19, 2011 - CC Leasing

SGS TÜV Wins Technical Service Designation

As industry and trade globalize, the automotive sector is one of the key industries where manufacturers and suppliers often have to meet a great range of legal requirements. Getting vehicles or vehicle parts approved is a vital precondition for sales all around the world, and there is a great clamor in the industry for synergy and leaner approval procedures. - March 19, 2011 - SGS

American Trailer & Storage, Inc. (AT&S) Hires Range as Account Manager

AT&S hired Michael S. Range as an Account Manager in St. Louis - March 18, 2011 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.

NAFA Lends a Hand to Charlotte's Habitat for Humanity

NAFA Fleet Management Association Members and Affiliates will assist the Charlotte Habitat for Humanity on Friday, April 8 to get into the spirit of NAFA's annual Institute & Expo and do a good deed at the same time. - March 18, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

Dick Hannah Dealerships Increases Energy Efficiency While Reducing Maintenance Costs

Dick Hannah Dealerships recently completed a major retrofit project which included network computer power management, lighting and daylight harvesting. This project was designed in partnership with Clark Public Utilities. Clark Public Utilities provided technical expertise including estimated power... - March 17, 2011 - Dick Hannah Dealerships

Explore the Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe in Exec Digital’s March Issue

When it comes to luxury automobiles, British auto brand Rolls Royce has always been at the top of the heap. Every time Rolls Royce releases a new model, Exec can’t wait to take a closer look. The Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is among the latest offerings from Rolls Royce, and its... - March 16, 2011 - WDM Group

Devan Infiniti is Proud to Announce Their New State-of-the-Art Facility

Devan Infiniti of Fairfield is proud to announce their brand new state-of-the-art facility in Fairfield, CT. Renovated down to the studs, this beautiful new facility is home to one of Fairfield County's premier luxury Infiniti retailers. After 7 years at their previous Post Road location, Devan... - March 16, 2011 - Devan Infiniti of Fairfield

AutoCricket.com Offers Hints & Advice for Drivers

AutoCricket.com expands their services by providing an online tool for new and experienced drivers through their hint and advice section on their website. - March 16, 2011 - AutoCricket.com

Matt Ford Wins the Prestigious President’s Award for Customer Satisfaction

Matt Ford has received their fourteenth President’s Award for superior Customer Satisfaction. There are only 46 other dealers nationwide that have won this prestigious award more times. - March 13, 2011 - Matt Ford

2011 Honda Deals - Sale Event Through March for MA Shoppers

Colonial Honda of Dartmouth is now holding its Saint Patrick's Day sales event through March with Honda deals extending to a variety of models. - March 12, 2011 - Colonial Honda of Dartmouth

Ferrari Signature Edition is Featured in Manufacturing Digital

Ferrari is one of the biggest brands on the planet and its journey is one of astounding success and unique worldwide success. Manufacturing Digital takes a close look at how Ferrari has brought technology from the race track to the road by highlighting its key innovations of the past six... - March 11, 2011 - WDM Group

Bayer MaterialScience LLC Materials and Technologies Help "Reinvent" Traditional Approach to Automotive Design

Designers revolutionizing the automotive industry gathered at the annual Motor Press Guild/AutoDesignO event to discuss their insights regarding design trends supporting vehicle innovation. Integral to the advancements are new materials that enable designers to achieve both style and performance... - March 11, 2011 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC

Compact Infiniti Concept First Pictures

First Concept Pictures. - March 10, 2011 - Fette Infiniti

Legendary NFL Hall of Fame Coach and NASCAR Owner Joe Gibbs Announced as Keynote Speaker for NAFA's 2011 I&E

Joe Gibbs will present a keynote address at NAFA's 2011 Institute & Expo in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, April 12. - March 10, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

Enzo Ferrari Takes Ferrari from Formula 1 to the Road in Manufacturing Digital

Enzo Ferrari established Scuderia Ferrari in Italy in 1929 with the intention of sponsoring amateur race car drivers and inventing racing cars. It took more than 15 years before Ferrari began to create its own road cars in the late 1940’s. Today, Ferrari is one of the biggest brands on the... - March 09, 2011 - WDM Group

Dick Hannah Dealerships Provides Vehicle to Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Guest Maestro

For 15 years Dick Hannah Dealerships has provided the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s guest maestro, Salvador Brotons, a vehicle for use while visiting from Barcelona, Spain. Salvador Brotons returns each season to lead The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (www.vancouversymphony.org) and inspire... - March 09, 2011 - Dick Hannah Dealerships

KLM Builders and Gary Lang Offer "Free Car" to First Ten Buyers

Gary Lang Auto Group and KLM Builders have partnered together and are giving away a free car to the first ten homebuyers of a new KLM home. - March 09, 2011 - Gary Lang Auto Group

SEFAC in the Community

Mobile lift manufacturer, SEFAC, supports the local community by sponsoring the Hereford Robotics Club. - March 09, 2011 - SEFAC, Inc.

Honda Fit Wins Numerous Awards and Accolades in the Small Car Class – Troy Honda

The Fit, Honda’s subcompact hatchback offers a lot of great features in a tiny package and has proved its success with numerous awards. The Honda Fit is available at Troy Honda in Troy, MI. - March 09, 2011 - Troy Honda

2011 Infiniti Models at Long Island Infiniti Dealer

Long Island Infiniti dealer, Infiniti of Massapequa, shares the latest news on changes for the Infiniti lineup in 2011. The introduction of the 2011 Infiniti M 37, 2011 Infiniti M56, and 2011 Infiniti QX 56 were just the start for Infiniti this year. In October, the long-awaited 2011 Infiniti G25... - March 05, 2011 - Infiniti of Massapequa

New British Motorsports Partnership For 2011

Corbeau Seats, the original British manufacturer of motorsports and fast road seats, Luke Harnesses and Showtrax International, the market leading supplier of specialist automotive display and pit lane equipment have formed an all British motorsports partnership, following the acquisition of the three businesses by CM Consolidated Ltd. - March 05, 2011 - Corbeau Seats

Riverside Autoplex of Muskogee Opens It's Doors for Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge Ram Customers in Northeastern Oklahoma

Riverside Autoplex of Muskogee is your New Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge Dealership serving customer's in the Tulsa, Fort Smith, and Muskogee area. With over 350 New and Used Vehicles to choose from; We have a vehicle selection that is Second to None! We also offer a wide variety of financial products including GAP insurance and Extended Service Contracts to protect you from the unexpected. - March 03, 2011 - Riverside Autoplex of Muskogee

AutoCricket.com Takes a New Direction Online

AutoCricket.com repositions its primary function online to better suit the needs of its consumers. - March 03, 2011 - AutoCricket.com

The 2012 Infiniti M Hybrid Will Go on Sale in Spring at Fette Infiniti

The all-new 2012 Infiniti M Hybrid, with a groundbreaking 350 horsepower and 32 mpg fuel-economy, will be on sale this spring at Fette Infiniti. The Infiniti M35 Hybrid is the first true luxury performance vehicle in America to offer more than 350 horsepower and a 32 mpg fuel-economy. Fette... - March 03, 2011 - Fette Infiniti

Rat Rod Rockers! (Go-Kustom Films Second Feature Film) Seattle Premiere and DVD Release Party at the King Cat Theater, March 26th, 2011

A rockin’ 800 seat event with an afternoon cruise-in, live music by Angie & The Car Wrecks and The Hard Money Saints, a meet and greet with the films director, cast and crew and actual hot rods and gassers from the movie, and an after hours Pin-Up & Burlesque Show Case put on by The Pin-Up Angels. Cruise-In starts at 2:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00PM. Bands start at 7:00 PM. Film screens at 9:30PM. Pin-Up Show Case at 11:00 PM. - March 02, 2011 - Go-Kustom Rekords & Films

Interactive Financial Marketing Group Launches Mobile Version of Carloan.com

Smartphone users can now apply for auto loans on flagship financing site - March 02, 2011 - Interactive Financial Marketing Group

Halle A. Norris Promoted to VP of Manufacturing

Halle A. Norris Promoted to Vice President of Lauren Manufacturing - March 01, 2011 - Lauren Manufacturing

Toyoda Gosei Australia Provides Solutions to the OEM Industry by Implementing Efficient Strategies to Manufacture Body Sealing & Safety Systems

In the latest issue of Business Review Australia, the continuous improvement strategies of Toyoda Gosei Australia are explored. Since its inception over 70 years ago, Toyoda Gosei Australia has evolved from serving military manufacturing requirements during World War II to now manufacturing safety... - February 26, 2011 - WDM Group

Entry-Priced Mobile Car Wash Carpet Cleaners

The new XTreme Power® XPC-5700U offers a diminutive footprint, unheated cleaning for delicate fibers and added power for removing spots from vehicle interiors. - February 26, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.

Service Rewards Program Offered at Detroit Area Honda Dealer – Troy Honda

Customers can take advantage of the Service Rewards Program offered at Troy Honda in Troy, MI. The program allows customers to earn discounts simply by becoming a member. - February 25, 2011 - Troy Honda

Connect with Brooklyn, NY Ford Dealer Through Facebook, Twitter & Blog – Bay Ridge Ford

Bay Ridge Ford in Brooklyn, NY is a brand new Ford dealership dedicated to providing customers with positive car buying experiences. The Ford dealer invites customers to connect with the dealership through Facebook, Twitter and its new Blog. - February 25, 2011 - Bay Ridge Ford

Terry Atamian Gives the Gift of Hockey to Tewksbury Youth

Terry Atamian, President of Atamian Volkswagen & Honda of Tewksbury, MA Sponsors 7th Annual Tewksbury Youth Skating Association Golf Tournament. - February 25, 2011 - Terry Atamian

New Mercedes Benz S-Class Executive Limousines Are Now Available

Two New Models of Mercedes Benz Limousines are now available from LimousinesWorld: the Mercedes S550 30” (+75 cm) VIP and the Mercedes S550 Pullman 46” (+115 cm). Experience all of the refined richness and sleek style of Mercedes while traveling in the highest degree of comfort. - February 24, 2011 - LimousinesWorld

Entry 50 Hz Auto Detailing Steam Cleaners

Daimer®'s KleenJet® Pro Plus 250S line provides an affordable option for car detailers in need of an interior and hard surface cleaning system. - February 24, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.

Chicago Auto Insurance Quotes Leader "Insurance Navy" Continues to Expand Its Low Cost Car-SR22 Insurance Operations in Illinois and Indiana

For the fourth year, Insurance Navy continues its success by expanding its operation of providing the most affordable auto insurance quotes to Chicago Heights IL, just near the State of Indiana. The agency's success is attributed to its representation of over 20 national and Chicago car insurance companies which allow customers to compare auto and SR22. - February 23, 2011 - Insurance Navy