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Gary Lang Auto Group Donates $1,600 to Operation Care Package
Operation Care Package received a donation of $1,600 from Gary Lang Auto Group. The money will be used to purchase items needed for the troops overseas. - January 22, 2011 - Gary Lang Auto Group
NAFA Opens Submissions for 2011 Goill Awards
The deadline to submit entries for the 2011 Larry Goill Memorial Quality Fleet Management Idea Awards is Friday, February 25. - January 22, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Stationary 50 Hz Auto Detailing Power Washers
Daimer®'s newest Super Max™ 15250 series offers car detailers outside of North America a non-mobile unit that can support multiple, simultaneous users. - January 22, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
RadarActive Helps a New York Driver Fight a Speeding Ticket
RadarActive for iPhone: world's first real time radar detector network - crowdsourcing police speed traps. RadarActive is powered by radar detector enthusiasts, available to all drivers. - January 21, 2011 - RadarActive
Dick Hannah Honda Giveaway Promotion
Local high school students improve their grade point average in the 2010-2011 school year. One registered student will win a new Honda CR-Z or $15,000 in cash. - January 21, 2011 - Dick Hannah Dealerships
Navistar's Shane Terblanche Announced as Keynote Speaker for NAFA's 2011 I&E
Shane Terblanche, the Vice President and General Manager for Navistar Electric Vehicles -- one of the success stories of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act -- will provide a Keynote Address at NAFA Fleet Management Association's 2011 Institute & Expo on Sunday, April 10. - January 21, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
2011 Chevy Volt Arrives at Miami Lakes Chevrolet at the Miami Lakes Automall
The all new 93MPG 2011 Chevrolet Volt has just arrived at one of Miami's newest Chevrolet Dealers, Miami Lakes Chevrolet a part of the all new Miami Lakes Automall. The 2011 Chevrolet Volt has been specially shipped to Miami Lakes Chevrolet for display purposes and test drive events for media and... - January 20, 2011 - Miami Lakes Automall
VMS Reversing Radar Prevents Hundreds of Reversing Accidents at Leading UK Company
National UK company Tarmac has seen a dramatic reduction in reversing accidents and an increase in vehicle safety. - January 20, 2011 - Vision Techniques
NewProductHelp.com to Lead Marketing Campaign for Boozer Fender System
Justin B., Pennsylvania resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Boozer Fender System concept to potential licensees on a worldwide basis. A simple yet effective new product sure to resonate with vehicle owners everywhere,... - January 20, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
Terry Atamian of Tewksbury Gold Sponsor of Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod 12th Annual Golf Tournament
Terry Atamian, President of Atamian Volkswagen & Honda of Tewksbury, MA Gold Sponsor of Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod 12th Annual Golf Tournament. - January 20, 2011 - Terry Atamian
Gates Corporation Announces PolarSeal II® for Transportation, Fleet and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
The A/C Barrier Hose System Allows for Easy Retrofits in the Transportation, Fleet and Heavy-Duty Market. - January 20, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Germain Toyota of Columbus is Offering Great Deals During the Sign and Drive Event
Customers shopping for a new car can save big in January with great deals on select new inventory at Germain Toyota of Columbus. - January 20, 2011 - Germain Toyota Columbus, OH
NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent Cupcake N/A CD Invention to Potential Licensees
Rosetta F., Florida resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance firm NewProductHelp.com to represent her Cupcake N/A CD concept to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet appealing new product sure to be a hit with vehicle owners, the Cupcake N/A CD features a... - January 19, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
The 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Dominates the Red Wing Chevrolet, Red Wing MN Midsize Car Segment
The award-winning Chevrolet Malibu continues to be a very powerful challenger in the midsize segment by providing Red Wing, MN drivers with a gorgeous, fuel-efficient sedan packed with value-added amenities. The proof of Malibu’s success is on the road. Due to consumer demand, the Malibu has... - January 14, 2011 - Red Wing Chevrolet Buick Cadillac
Car Pressure Washer Systems for 50 Hz Markets
Daimer®'s Super Max™ 12805 equipment provides high-temperature super-moist steam using diesel, kerosene or two types of heating oil. - January 14, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to Represent Load Easy System Invention to Industry
Levi M., South Carolina resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Load Easy System concept to potential licensees over the next 2 years. An innovative and highly useful new product designed to make loading items onto the top... - January 12, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
Autocricket.com Utilizes Social Networking in 2011
Autocricket.com shifts focus of communication with future clients by using online social networking websites. - January 12, 2011 - AutoCricket.com
New Service Offers Car Leasing to Expats with No Credit Score
Lion Leasing a company with Scandinavian roots, has introduced a new car leasing and financing program that makes it possible for foreign professionals to get access to car financing without a U.S. credit score. - January 11, 2011 - Lion International Leasing
Miami Lakes Automall Launches Network Television Campaign on WSVN, CBS 4, and NBC 6
Miami Lakes Automall is launching a General Market TV campaign to reach over 97% of all households in the Miami Fort Lauderdale DMA an average of 33 times over the next few months of 2011. This campaign is intended to reach out to every person in South Florida to make it known that the Miami Lakes Automall has the lowest cost of doing business and the greatest value of all auto dealerships in South Florida. - January 10, 2011 - Miami Lakes Automall
SGS- TÜV GmbH Presented Its Electro Mobility and Functional Safety Services at eCarTec 2010
SGS- TÜV GmbH introduced its wide spectrum of electro mobility and functional safety services at the October 2010 eCarTec show in Munich, Germany. - January 08, 2011 - SGS
Races2U Puts a New Twist on an Old Hobby - Slot Car Racing Makes a Digital Comeback in a Mobile Format
While the days of racing slot cars on big indoor tracks may have waned, new digital technology has allowed slot car racing to go mobile. Races2U is a new company that brings slot car racing to the racers. - January 06, 2011 - Races2U
Scott Cars Announces Volvo and Mazda Planning Small SUVs - Allentown PA
Volvo and Mazda have both announced plans to launch small SUVs during the coming years. Scott Cars looks forward to selling these upcoming vehicles in addition to a great selection of Volvo and Mazda cars at its Allentown PA location. - January 06, 2011 - Scott Auto Group
Germain Toyota of Columbus Begins 2011 with Outstanding Service Sales
Customers who wish to service Toyota vehicles, such as the Tacoma, Camry, Corolla and more, can receive special service sales and coupons at Germain Toyota of Columbus. - January 06, 2011 - Germain Toyota Columbus, OH
Leading Commercial Vehicle Vendor Anchor Vans Reports Huge Surge in Sales of 4x4 Vehicles as Cold Weather is Predicted to Continue
Anchor Vans has reported a massive rise in sales of 4x4 vans as demand for vehicles that can cope with snowy conditions is increased by extreme cold weather. - January 06, 2011 - Anchor Vans
Terry Atamian, President of Atamian Honda & VW Sponsors the Highland Sports Association (HSA)
Terry Atamian, President of Atamian Volkswagen & Honda of Tewksbury, donated $1,750 to sponsor The Highland Sports Association (HSA). - January 05, 2011 - Terry Atamian
Drink Docker®Releases Series of Videos on YouTube
Drink Docker, the manufacturer behind the revolutionary new cup holder and console cup holder insert for cars, is now announcing the release of a line of videos available on the YouTube website. The Drink Docker YouTube channel features humoristic and informative videos on the many advantages of using Drink Docker as well as visual tests of the products’ reliability. - January 04, 2011 - Drink Docker
Anchor Vans Launches Website to Help New and Used Van Buyers Find Vans for Sale in Local Area
Anchor Vans launches www.usedvans4sale.com with the aim of making it even easier for new and used van buyers find vans for sale in their local area. - January 04, 2011 - Anchor Vans
Terry Atamian Sponsors Elizabeth Downs in the 2010 Miss Teen Massachusetts Pageant
Terry Atamian, President of Atamian Volkswagen & Honda of Tewksbury, MA Sponsored $250 to Saugus resident, Elizabeth Downs. - December 29, 2010 - Terry Atamian
Trailer-Lift Ltd Confident of Sales Growth in North America
Trailer Lift is a car trailer with a built-in car lift for mobile service and inspections. - December 28, 2010 - Trailer Lift Ltd
MyMediaInfo Announces Top Green Stories for 2011
Recycling and Greening the Home top the list of story topics for the coming year. - December 27, 2010 - RedEgg Solutions, Inc.
Advanti Awarded the 2010 Singapore Prestige Brand Award
Advanti Racing, propriety alloy wheels brand of YHI International Limited, has proudly received the Regional Brand title in the Singapore Prestige Brand Award (SPBA). The SPBA recognizes Singapore brands that are developed and managed effectively through various branding initiatives. "We feel... - December 25, 2010 - YHI Manufacturing (Shanghai)
Moore and Scarry - Advertising Helps Feed the Hungry
Local Advertising Agency Supports Community with Charitable Donation Moore and Scarry Advertising, one of the nation’s fastest growing automotive advertising agencies, celebrated this holiday season by making a charitable donation to an important, local organization. Duncan Scarry, President... - December 24, 2010 - Hanania Automotive Group
Midlands Automotive Dealer Announces Exclusive Luxury Vehicle Model Availability
Jim Hudson Hyundai today announced their privileged approval to carry the all-new 2011 Equus, a luxury vehicle that is being compared to the $330,000 Bentley Mulsanne in performance, styling, features, technology and luxury. - December 21, 2010 - Jim Hudson Hyundai
CarWoo! Continues the Twelve Days of Christmas - Offers Cash to Holiday Car Buyers
CarWoo!'s Twelve Days of Christmas promotion continues offering cash rebates to car buyers now through Christmas Eve. Buyers get a discount of CarWoo's service and a cash rebate when they buy their car. - December 20, 2010 - CarWoo
Red Wing Chevrolet Announces 2012 Buick Lacrosse to Offer Red Wing, MN Area Residents 37 Mpg Highway Fuel Economy
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist™, a new fuel-saving technology, will increase overall fuel economy by 25 percent compared to the four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain in the 2011 LaCrosse. - December 20, 2010 - Red Wing Chevrolet Buick Cadillac
Terry Atamian Donates to Steve Bjork & Friends Comedy Night Fundraiser
Terry Atamian , President of Atamian Volkswagen & Honda of Tewksbury, MA Donated to benefit Patriotic Events in Tewksbury - December 18, 2010 - Terry Atamian
NAFA Presents First Fleet Management Seminars in Hawaii
NAFA's fleet management seminars are expanding beyond the Continental U.S. thanks to a partnership with Mercury Associates, Inc. The first such seminar is scheduled for March 7-11 in Hawaii. - December 18, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Phx Body Shop Rocked and Humbled by Exposure
Local Phx Body Shop LG Collision repair has been identified as the Phx Auto Body Shop ... "Top Merchant 2010" - December 17, 2010 - Titan Auto Body
NAFA's 2011 Institute & Expo Registrations Coming in at Record Pace
NAFA Fleet Management Association is witnessing record registrations for its 2011 Institute & Expo. - December 17, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Leviton Electrifies Plug-in Electric Vehicle Market with New Charger Molded from SABIC Innovative Plastics’ Sustainable Valox iQ* Resin
SABIC Innovative Plastics today announced that Leviton Manufacturing, a North American leader in electrical devices and systems, has selected Valox iQ* resin for the housing of its new Evr-Green™ electric vehicle (EV) cord set, a portable charger for EVs. Valox iQ resin – which incorporates up-cycled post-consumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) from water bottles and offers molded-in color to avoid secondary painting – significantly enhances the environmental benefits of the Leviton charger. - December 17, 2010 - SABIC Innovative Plastics
The Toyota Camry, Corolla & Tundra – Exclusive Sales on New Cars at Germain Toyota of Columbus
Customers interested in new Toyota cars, such as the Camry, Corolla, and Tundra, can take advantage of December sales offered at Germain Toyota of Columbus. - December 17, 2010 - Germain Toyota Columbus, OH
Gary Lang Auto Group Donating $100 to Operation Care Package for Cars Sold
Gary Lang Auto Group will be donating $100 to Operation Care Package for every car sold during the week of December 20th. The money will go toward items for care packages that will be sent to troops overseas. - December 15, 2010 - Gary Lang Auto Group
Delticom AG Acquires Majority Stake in Tyrepac
Europe’s #1 online tyre dealer acquires a majority stake in Asia’s first tyre portal - December 15, 2010 - Tyrepac Pte Ltd
RuK Development Metal Guard’s Unique Metal Fusion Technology Provides Ultimate Engine Protection
RuK Development's new Metal Guard engine and metal treatment uses oil as a transport mechanism for its unique metal deactivators to penetrate metal 5-8 microns creating a smooth friction absorbing metal. - December 13, 2010 - Ruk Development Inc.
NAFA's San Francisco Chapter Officially Renamed NorCal/Northern Nevada Chapter
To better define the Chapter's area, NAFA's San Francisco Chapter has been renamed the NorCal/Northern Nevada Chapter. The Chapter contains fleet management professionals from the northern two-thirds of California and all of the State of Nevada except for the Las Vegas area. - December 12, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
NAFA Becomes Charter Member of the Center for Professional Fleet Certification
NAFA Fleet Management Association is part of a new alliance created to help boost the role of fleet management throughout the business world. - December 11, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
HawksHead TPMS, Launches New Tire Pressure Monitoring Valve System
HawksHead Systems Suppliers of Tire Pressure Monitoring systems has a new patent pending system for external TPMS Sensors - December 08, 2010 - HawksHead Systems Inc
WomenCertified® Receives Feedback from Satisfied Customers
WomenCertified® is a training and certification program designed to help businesses achieve higher standards of sales and customer service for their customers. According to founder Delia Passi, tailoring customer service to women’s levels of expectation has added benefits for male... - December 08, 2010 - WomenCertified
Germain Toyota of Columbus Extends Service Department Hours During December
Germain Toyota of Columbus offers extended service hours and service specials during December to make sure customers’ vehicles are properly maintained for the harsh winter months. - December 05, 2010 - Germain Toyota Columbus, OH
Victoria Parking Barcelona Has Announced the Grand Opening of Its New Parking Facilities at El Prat Airport for the 16 December
On December 16 Victoria Parking will launch a new private parking area near Barcelona airport. - December 04, 2010 - Victoria Parking