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DTE Expands Its Use of SkyGuard Fleet Management Services
SkyGuard today announces that DTE Energy, a gas and electric utility services provider in Michigan, has expanded its relationship with SkyGuard, their selected vendor for GPS vehicle tracking devices and fleet management services, by adding approximately 40% more vehicle tracking... - February 17, 2011 - SkyGuard, LLC
Auto Show Bonus Cash is Available Now at Gary Lang Auto Group
Gary Lang Auto Group is offering Auto Show Bonus Cash on several models, including the Chevy Cruze, Kia Soul, Buick Regal, and GMC Sierra. - February 16, 2011 - Gary Lang Auto Group
Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental Now Offer Handicap-Accessible Minivans in Central Texas
Through its Austin, Texas and Killeen-Fort Hood, Texas franchisee, Dollar & Thrifty continue to lead the car rental industry in its offering of fully-equipped handicap- accessible minivans. - February 15, 2011 - Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc.
Auto Expert is Seeking Montreal's Ugliest Car Defying Winter
Auto Expert, an industry-leading Automotive advertising expert, has launched an exciting contest for all to join – and potentially win a prize worth $600.00. The competition – named "Ugliest Car defying the winter odds" – is simple; Auto Expert invites you to find and... - February 15, 2011 - Auto Expert
Leading Commercial Vehicle Retailer Anchor Vans Reports Used Van Sales Remain High and Market Strong Despite Recent VAT Increase
Anchor Vans, one of the UK's leading new and used van retailers reports that the used van market has not been adversely affected by the VAT increase. - February 15, 2011 - Anchor Vans
SEFAC, Inc. Appoints Robb Weaver as Regional Sales Manager, James Johns as Parts Manager/Technical Support and Wayne Matthews as Warehouse Supervisor
SEFAC, Inc., manufacturer of heavy-duty mobile lifts is proud to announce the appointment of Robb Weaver, James Johns and Wayne Matthews. - February 10, 2011 - SEFAC, Inc.
Harvey Industries Sponsors FIRST Robotics Competition
Harvey Industries sponsors the Robo Masters, from the Golightly Career and Technical Center & Detroit Public Schools, in the 2011 FIRST Robotics Competition. - February 10, 2011 - Harvey Industries
Harvey Industries, LLC Completes Acquisition of South Carolina Die-Casting Business
Harvey Industries acquires assets of R.E. Phelon Company, the die-casting operations located in Aiken, South Carolina. - February 10, 2011 - Harvey Industries
Anchor Vans, Berkshire's Leading Van Retailer Expands, Seeking Mechanics, MOT Testers and Sales Personnel
Anchor Vans, based in Padworth near Reading, is expanding its vehicle servicing, MOT testing and sales departments. Sales Director Simon Joyce describes the staff vacancies available. - February 10, 2011 - Anchor Vans
Challenger Lifts Introduces New EnviroLift
Challenger Lifts introduces new EnviroLift® Electric Hydraulic Inground Lifts – on Display at NADA Expo 2011 Booth 1101S, February 5th – 7th. - February 09, 2011 - Challenger Lifts
Honda Dealer Utilizes Blog, Facebook and Twitter to Connect with Customers – Troy Honda
Troy Honda is dedicated to providing its customers with complete satisfaction when purchasing, servicing or financing a Honda vehicle. The Detroit area Honda dealership keeps customers informed by using social sites and an on-site blog. - February 09, 2011 - Troy Honda
Dick Hannah Dealerships Presenting Sponsor of the 18th Annual Portland Golf Show
Dick Hannah Dealerships is a sponsor of the 18th annual Portland Golf Show held at the Oregon Convention Center. This show is the largest Golf show of the year and attracts close to 10,000 consumers. The show features over $1,000,000 dollars in golf equipment as well as other consumer products. One... - February 06, 2011 - Dick Hannah Dealerships
AutoSuccess Magazine Honors eXteresAUTO as One of 2011’s “Best of the Best” Dealer-Focused Companies
eXteresAUTO, the leading SEO and Online Reputation Management provider for auto retailers, announced today that AutoSuccess magazine has honored the company as one of the “Best of the Best” dealership providers for 2011. Each year, in advance of the annual NADA Convention & Expo,... - February 05, 2011 - eXteres
Insured Auto Warranty, One of the Best Car Warranty Companies on the Market is Pleased to Announce That It Has Introduced an Exclusionary Warranty Plan
Insured Auto Warranty provider of auto warranties is pleased to announce that it has introduced an Exclusionary Warranty plan that runs for 7 years and/or until 125,000 miles is reached on the odometer, whichever occurs first. Sel Colley president of the company says, "This exclusionary plan... - February 05, 2011 - Insured Auto Warranty
NAFA Opens Submissions for 2011 Sustainable Fleet Awards
NAFA Fleet Management Association is accepting submissions for the 2011 Sustainable Fleet Awards from now through February 28. - February 05, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Reynolds Announces Certified Interfaces Between the ERA® DMS and CRM Solutions from VinSolutions
VinSolutions is One of More than 100 Companies Working through Certified Data Interfaces to Safely and Securely Exchange Dealership Data with a Reynolds DMS. - February 04, 2011 - VinSolutions
3 Birds Marketing Partnering with GetAutoAppraise.com
3 Birds Marketing, a full-service digital marketing agency, adds online appraisal tool to digital interface. - February 04, 2011 - 3 Birds Marketing
Dick Hannah Helps to Make the Holiday Season Bright for The ARC of Clark County
Dick Hannah Dealerships along with their employees generously donated $4000 in holiday gifts and a $1000 check to The ARC of Clark County. A representative from each of their stores shopped for various gifts using individual holiday wish lists then beautifully wrapped and delivered them to the ARC... - February 02, 2011 - Dick Hannah Dealerships
NC Stangs 2nd Annual Open Car Show - Asheville NC - May 7th 2011
NC Stangs Mustang Club located in Asheville, NC is excited to announce their 2nd Annual Open Car Show. The show will be on Saturday May 7th, 2011. Show hours are 10 am - 4pm. All Cars, Trucks, Imports, Motorcycles and Other are welcome. All proceeds to benefit Hope for Horses, A local equine rescue organization with facilities in Asheville and Hendersonville NC. - February 01, 2011 - NC Stangs
Breakthrough Supercapacitor Material US Patent Granted to Skeleton Technologies
Skeleton Technologies, an energy storage start-up located in Tartu, Estonia, receives US patent for supercapacitor material that allows the production of supercapacitors with roughly 50% higher energy density and 4× higher power density than those available on the market today. - January 27, 2011 - Skeleton Technologies
ACS to Unveil New Service Instant Message Tool at NADA
Windows® Based ACCESS Dealer Management System (DMS) upgrades Service Advisor and Technician Communications with On Screen Alert Bubble. - January 27, 2011 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc
Terry Atamian Donates Over $40,000 to Genesis Fund
Terry Atamian , President of Atamian Volkswagen & Honda of Tewksbury, MA donated over $40,000 in support of the Genesis Fund at the organization’s “A Magical Evening.” - January 27, 2011 - Terry Atamian
Tow Truck Scams: Autocricket.com Offers Tips to Avoid Roadside Fraud
Autocricket.com reaches out to its consumers in hopes to help drivers avoid tow truck scams. - January 26, 2011 - AutoCricket.com
Arlington Heights Ford, in Partnership with BuzzCheck, is Sponsoring a Superbowl Sunday Drunk Driving Prevention Campaign
To provide a solution to drunk driving during Superbowl Sunday, the 2nd most dangerous day of the year for drunk driving, Arlington Heights Ford is sponsoring a BuzzCheck Superbowl Sunday Drunk Driving Prevention Campaign. The award-winning car dealership is donating subsidized taxi gift cards to Peggy Kinnanes, the most authentic Irish Restaurant and Pub in Chicagoland, to prevent DUI tragedies. The event is scheduled from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 6, 2011. - January 26, 2011 - BuzzCheck
Non Mobile Car Wash Systems Support 50 Hz
Daimer®'s electric-powered Super Max™ 15550 machines offer stationary performance to auto detailing operations units abroad, plus support multiple heating options. - January 26, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental Gives Motorcyclists 7 Reasons Why Ecuador is "Heaven"
According to Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental, no other country in the world offers more spectacular motorcycling than Ecuador. The combination of terrain, scenery and suitable year-round weather make "Ecuador" synonymous with "outdoor motorbike adventure." - January 25, 2011 - Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental
ACS to Preview PartView Pro at NADA
Windows® Based ACCESS Dealer Management System (DMS) to Demonstrate New Parts Application - January 25, 2011 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc
Daily Auto Sales Launches Deal a Day Website for Cars and Trucks Teaming with Miami Lakes Automall for New Kia Optimas
Daily Auto Sales launches new website designed at allowing customers to purchase vehicles online. These vehicles are primarily sourced through Miami Lakes Automall, Hollywood Chrysler Jeep, and University Dodge. Clients can shop without visiting a dealership. - January 25, 2011 - Miami Lakes Automall
(800)7Exotic Now Offers Ferrari F430 Spider
(800)7Exotic, a defining new car rental service, is offering new vehicles in the South Florida Region. - January 23, 2011 - 8007exotic
Abbotsford Hyundai is Revving Up for 2011 Equus Sale
Abbotsford Hyundai, having been chosen as one of five Equus dealers in Western Canada, is revving up to sell the prestigious 2011 Equus starting in January 2011. A proud BC Equus dealer, Abbotsford Hyundai expects to generate high sales of Equus. - January 23, 2011 - Abbotsford Hyundai
Porsche 918 Sypder Hybrid Premieres
This month, Energy Digital explores all the latest and greatest hybrids that are emerging on the market. But these aren’t just average hybrid vehicles; they’re the most luxurious, high-class cars out there. The Porsche 918 Spyder is all anyone can talk about – while it’s... - January 22, 2011 - WDM Group
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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