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Gary Lang Auto Group Casting Call

Gary Lang Auto Group is looking for people to sing its jingle and be featured in its television ads. Videos will be uploaded to Gary Lang’s Facebook page. - November 17, 2010 - Gary Lang Auto Group

David Maus Toyota Proud Sponsor of Birdies for the Brave

David Maus Toyota proudly supports Birdies for the Brave at Alaqua Lakes Country Club on Sunday to raise money for Homes for our Troops and Special Operations Warrior Foundation to benefit the US Military Veterans. - November 17, 2010 - David Maus Automotive

ACS Dealer Management System Releases New Quick Lube Application Within Service Writer Pro for GM, Ford, Chrysler and Import Dealers

Windows® Based ACCESS Dealer Management System (DMS) Adds a New Quick Lube Application to Service Writer Pro. - November 15, 2010 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc

US Direct Protect Was on The Lifetime Channel's The Balancing Act to Explain Vehicle Service Contracts

US Direct Protect Was on The Lifetime Channel's The Balancing Act to Explain Vehicle Service Contracts

Vehicle Service Contract provider US Direct Protect was on The Balancing Act to explain the benefits of having your vehicle covered. - November 13, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect

Trailer-Lift Hits the Jackpot in Vegas

Trailer-Lift Hits the Jackpot in Vegas

Trailer Lift Ltd, a company based in the UK has won the prestigious Global Media Award at this year’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Their new product Trailer-Lift looks like a traditional vehicle trailer but incorporates a specially adapted scissor lift. The company has been developing the product... - November 13, 2010 - Trailer Lift Ltd

Cramer Toyota of Venice Donates a Full Vehicle Detail Valued at $100 to the Toys for Tots Fundraiser

Cramer Toyota of Venice donates a full vehicle detail valued at $100 to the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots fundraiser. The Marine Corps League Gulf Coast Detachment #643 conducts its Toys for Tots campaign annually with the aim of helping the children of the gulf coast have a Happy Holiday in 2010. - November 13, 2010 - Cramer Toyota of Venice

Hints and Tips for Hiring Limos or Wedding Cars from Limo Hire Company Owner Jackie Jolliffe

Limo-Scene & Wedding Cars offers hints for people wanting to hire a limo or wedding car. - November 12, 2010 - Limo-Scene

James Lawyer Named New President of WomenCertified® Auto

WomenCertified®, the Seal women trust for better service, is raising the bar even higher in the automotive industry by naming James Lawyer as its new President of the WomenCertified® Auto division. Jim Lawyer is one of the most experienced and respected leaders in the field of online... - November 12, 2010 - WomenCertified

NAFA's Legislative Team Clarifies Sales of Taxable Fuel Issues

NAFA retains experienced legislative representatives in Washington, DC and Ottawa, ON to coordinate vital information on laws, regulations, and other government activity relating to fleets. - November 12, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

Car Audio Shop in Chico, CA, Joins with SEO Advertising Pros to Bring Area Drivers Quality Upgrades

Just-Installs Car Audio, a mobile electronics specialist based in Chico, California, is pleased to announce their new collaboration with Prospect Genius, an online marketing company offering SEO services. This partnership is designed to ensure that Chico-area drivers have the easy access they need... - November 11, 2010 - Just-Installs Car Audio

ACS DMS Releases Color F&I Menu for Honda, Acura, GM, Ford, Chrysler, VW, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mercedes, and Subaru Dealerships

ACS DMS Releases Color F&I Menu for Honda, Acura, GM, Ford, Chrysler, VW, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mercedes, and Subaru Dealerships

Windows® Based ACCESS Dealer Management System (DMS) upgrades ACSFirst with new Color F&I Menu and Disclaimer “It’s all about listening to our customer’s need,” explained Van Koppersmith, President of ACS. “When we first included F&I menus several years... - November 10, 2010 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc

Limo-Scene Launches Rare 18 Seater Silver Hummerzine

Limo-Scene & Wedding Cars launches a rare 18 seater hummer limo. - November 10, 2010 - Limo-Scene

ACS Dealer Management System Expands Kia Communications. Adds Kia to Growing GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, VW, Hyundai, Mazda, Subaru, & Mercedes Benz Certifications.

Windows® Based ACCESS DMS communications adds VIN Inquiry interface. - November 09, 2010 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc

NewProductHelp.com Prepares to Represent Flag It Invention to the Industry on Global Basis

Steve S., a California resident and inventor, has enlisted the invention assistance skills of Miami, Florida-based NewProductHelp.com in promoting his Flag It invention to industry over the next 24 months. A simple yet effective new product sure to resonate with those who carry oversized loads in... - November 08, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.

RüK Development Introduces Unique Brand of Automotive Chemical Products Color Coded for Easy Identification

RüK Development's new color coded automotive chemical line has great visual appeal and makes it easy to identify each chemical category. The extreme visual appeal of RüK Developments product line should appeal to the consumer and visually jump off the retail shelf. - November 07, 2010 - Ruk Development Inc.

Significant Savings on the Winter Maintenance Package at Germain Toyota of Columbus

Customers wishing to service Toyota vehicles can receive a special offer in November with the Winter Maintenance Package at Germain Toyota of Columbus. - November 06, 2010 - Germain Toyota Columbus, OH

Honda - ACS Dealer Management System Optimizes Internet Marketing Through Liquid Motors

Honda Certified DMS adds new integration, allowing dealers to distribute their vehicle inventory to hundreds of marketplaces. - November 05, 2010 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc

CIMB Autoworld Car of the Year Awards Opens Online Voting

Malaysian readers to have a say in a car award for the first time ever. - November 05, 2010 - Autoworld.com.my Sdn Bhd

British Car Part Company Triumphs with Address Capture Technology

Rimmer Brothers Switch to Postcode Anywhere for More Cost-Effective Website Address Auto-Fill - November 04, 2010 - PCA Predict

ACS Dealer Management System Adds Texting for All Dealers Including GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, & Hyundai

Windows® Based ACCESS Dealer Management System (DMS) releases SMS Text Notification to Service Writer Pro. - November 03, 2010 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc

CarWoo! Cares Supporting Susan G. Komen For The Cure at the World Series

CarWoo! Cares Supporting Susan G. Komen For The Cure at the World Series

San Francisco based CarWoo! (www.carwoo.com) is taking their vintage ’78 Chevrolet Camaro, freshly signed by Giants fans, to Game 5 of the World Series to continue raising money for the Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation. - November 02, 2010 - CarWoo

SABIC Innovative Plastics Spotlights at K 2010 Chery’s New A3CC Sports Coupe Designed with High-Tech Noryl GTX*, Xenoy*, Stamax® Resins

Chery Automobile’s soon to be launched new A3CC sports coupe using SABIC Innovative Plastics’ advanced materials solutions – is highlighted here at K 2010 in SABIC’s stand – Hall 6, Stand D42. The sleek new sports car delivers high-end style and practical performance... - October 31, 2010 - SABIC Innovative Plastics

Truck Tonneau Covers USA Announces Tonneau Covers That Give You Full Access to Your Truck Bed

Truck Tonneau Covers USA Announces Tonneau Covers That Give You Full Access to Your Truck Bed

Truck Tonneau Covers USA, a retail website selling truck bed covers, has added Bak Flip tonneau covers to their line of products. With a brand new e-commerce website that has purchasing capabilities and a user-friendly experience for the user, the company is very excited with their distribution of the Bak Flip tonneau covers because of their ability to provide full access to a truck bed once installed. - October 30, 2010 - Truck Tonneau Covers USA

NAFA Opens Online Registration for Institute & Expo

NAFA Fleet Management Association launches new conference website and opens online registration for 2011 Institute & Expo in Charlotte, North Carolina. - October 30, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

Torklift International Debuts Industry's First Glowing Handrail

Joining Torklift International’s revolutionary line up of glow in the dark scissor steps is the new “GlowGuide” handrail system. Designed with safety in mind, this multi-tool is made in the USA and is compatible with most step applications. - October 30, 2010 - Torklift International

GM – ACS Dealer Management System Communications Enhanced with New VIS Interface

Window’s® Based ACCESS Dealer Management System (DMS) upgrades GM communications with automated service interface. - October 29, 2010 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc

Cape Spirit Just Launched Their Cape Town and South Africa Car Rental Summer Special

Cape Spirit Just Launched Their Cape Town and South Africa Car Rental Summer Special

Capespirit.com, one of South Africa's favorite car rental websites, has just launched their summer special, and had a record number of car rental bookings for Cape Town and Johannesburg in the last few days. South Africa is the 25th largest country in the world with an extensive coastline and... - October 28, 2010 - Cape Spirit South Africa Car Rental

David Maus Hyundai Raises Awareness for Breast Cancer with Tickled Pink Event

David Maus Hyundai hosted a “Tickled Pink” event on Saturday, October 23rd to raise funds and awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the help of local vendors and radio DJ personality, Leslye Gale from Magic 107.7. The event included free chair massages from St. John’s... - October 28, 2010 - David Maus Automotive

ACS Dealer Management System Releases Internet Lead Tracking Tool for All Dealers including GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, and Hyundai

Window’s® Based ACCESS Dealer Management System (DMS) upgrades ACSFirst with new automated report to assist users in tracking Internet leads. - October 26, 2010 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc

Drink Docker® Announces the Addition of Its Auto Cup Holder

Drink Docker®, has announced a solution for securing drinks in a car, boat, SUV or just about anywhere. The Drink Docker auto cup holder is a companion for individuals who are tired of spilling drinks and ruining the interiors of their cars because of inadequate cup holders. The auto cup holder... - October 26, 2010 - Drink Docker

Tornadoes Force Cancellation of Vince Neil's Performance at the ADRL World Finals in Texas

Tornadoes Force Cancellation of Vince Neil's Performance at the ADRL World Finals in Texas

Motley Crue's Vince Neil was forced to cancel his performance at the American Drag Racing League's (ADRL) world finals on Saturday when tornadoes forced the track to evacuate the track - October 25, 2010 - Gabe Reed Productions

Toyota of El Cajon Achieves LEED Certification for Its Two New Eco-Friendly Facilities

Ecological Environments, Studio IV and Starrett Construction all played key roles in the successful certification - October 25, 2010 - Toyota of El Cajon

Healing Heroes Network is Heading to SEMA

Healing Heroes Network is heading to Las Vegas for round two. The 2010 SEMA car show will have a repeat-offender in its midst as Palm Harbor-based Healing Heroes Network revs up to unveil its next dynamic Mustang duo. The two one-of-a-kind cars will finally be revealed to the public as the grand... - October 24, 2010 - Healing Heroes Network

Titan Motor Group Introduces New Vehicle Research Sections on Its Website

Besides Nissan, Titan Motor Group is also a dealer for Infiniti, Hyundai, and pre-owned vehicles. In an effort to enhance online user experience for visitors to its website, Titan Motor Group has introduced new vehicle research sections. - October 24, 2010 - Titan Motor Group

Oriental Motor Now Offers On-Demand Motion Control Training Videos

Large library of training videos is now available to use at users’ convenience. - October 23, 2010 - Oriental Motor

SABIC Innovative Plastics Turns Auto Steering Wheels in a New Direction with Lexan* EXL Resin’s Light Weight, Performance and Design Freedom

SABIC Innovative Plastics is putting a new spin on the traditional steering wheel with an injection-molded design featuring its Lexan* EXL copolymer resin. At Chinaplas 2010, in booth W2G41, the company is showcasing the benefits of weight out, high performance, manufacturing ease, styling freedom,... - October 22, 2010 - SABIC Innovative Plastics

SABIC Innovative Plastics Expands Specialty Polypropylene Compounding to Meet Rising Auto OEM Call for Leading-Edge Materials Technologies

SABIC Innovative Plastics today announced that it is adding state-of-the-art specialty polypropylene (PP) compounding to its Bay St. Louis, Miss. site in the first quarter of 2011. The site will use its existing infrastructure and adopt new processes to produce SABIC® PP compounds and SABIC... - October 22, 2010 - SABIC Innovative Plastics

Auto Warranty Company US Direct Protect Announces Launch Date for ExtendedWarranty411.com

Auto Warranty Company US Direct Protect Announces Launch Date for ExtendedWarranty411.com

Extended Warranty 411 will contain the most relevant and recent Auto Warranty and Vehicle Service Contract information by interfacing multiple RSS feeds throughout the Internet. Press Releases, Articles and even blog posts will get funneled into Extended Warranty 411. Duplicate content will get filtered out so that only one version of each piece of content will get delivered to the reader. - October 20, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect

WorksForWeb Releases Version 5.1 of iAuto, iRealty, and iLister Classified Scripts

The first week of October is marked with a new release - version 5.1 of the famous multi-language SEO-optimized web classified software from WorksForWeb: Auto Classified Software, Real Estate Classified Script and All Purpose Classified Software. The new version 5.1 contains a number of new features along with dozens of improvements and enhancements. - October 20, 2010 - WorksForWeb

MTA and Inovex Industries Join Forces for Distribution of Ride-On Tire Protection System Line of Tire Balancing-Sealants to Motorcycle Dealerships

Motorcycle Tires and Accessories, Inc. (MTA); one of the nation’s largest motorcycle tires, parts and accessories distributors, and Inovex Industries, Inc.; the manufacturer of Ride-On Tire Protection System (TPS), the only proven high-speed tire balancer and sealant, announce their... - October 20, 2010 - Inovex Industries, Inc.

Ford Motor Company Gives an Exclusive Look Into Their Business Strategies and Lean Manufacturing Programs in October’s Issue of Business Review USA

Business Review USA, the top digital media source for American business news, speaks to Bennie Fowler, Group Vice President of Global Quality and New Model Launches for Ford Motor Company. He discusses the company’s need to focus more attention on customer needs, while driving a Global... - October 19, 2010 - WDM Group

ACS Releases Enhanced Ford Global Oasis Integration

Window’s® Based ACCESS Dealer Management System (DMS) upgrades Ford communications with automated service interface. - October 19, 2010 - Automotive Computer Services, Inc

Harley’s Heroes® Brings Local Veterans Free Benefits Counseling to MotorCity Harley-Davidson of Farmington Hills on Oct. 23rd & 24th

Harley’s Heroes® Brings Local Veterans Free Benefits Counseling to MotorCity Harley-Davidson of Farmington Hills on Oct. 23rd & 24th

Military veterans in the Tri-County area can receive free counseling and assistance with their government benefits when Harley-Davidson and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) bring the Harley’s Heroes® program to the Motor City Harley-Davidson on Saturday, October 23rd, 2010 from 10 AM to 5 PM & Sunday, October 24th, 2010 from 10 AM to 3PM. - October 16, 2010 - Motor City Harley-Davidson

Car Wash Equipment with Vacuums and Antimicrobial Technology

Daimer® ships the KleenJet® Mega 5000CVP line, the company's most advanced vehicle steam cleaning and disinfecting systems. - October 16, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.

Insuredautowarranty.com Launches New Consumer Website

Industry veteran employs experience; shares advice for protecting American drivers from the escalating cost of repairs - October 15, 2010 - Insured Auto Warranty

TeleType Introduces New Truck GPS Featuring Large High Definition Screen

TeleType Introduces New Truck GPS Featuring Large High Definition Screen

TeleType is introducing the WorldNav 7300 Truck GPS featuring a high resolution HD 7-inch touch screen affording the user a larger map viewing area and crisp graphics. The GPS also includes Bluetooth and supports rear view camera. The GPS includes version 10 of its WorldNav navigation software featuring Lane Assist, user interface speed enhancements, improved map display, faster route calculation, and updated maps for the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. - October 14, 2010 - TeleType Co.

LiquidPiston, Inc. Awarded “Rising Venture Energy & Clean Technology Company” by Rice Alliance

LiquidPiston, Inc. Awarded “Rising Venture Energy & Clean Technology Company” by Rice Alliance

LiquidPiston, developer of the High Efficiency Hybrid Cycle Engine which promises to double small-engine fuel efficiency, was selected as one of the Rising Venture Energy & Clean Technology companies at the 8th Annual Rice Clean Technology Venture Forum in Houston on Sept 16, 2010. The Rising Venture award recognizes LiquidPiston's technology and business vision in reducing dependence on imported oil; improving efficiency; mitigating climate change; and stimulating the “green” economy and jobs. - October 14, 2010 - LiquidPiston, Inc.

A Look Into Ford’s Business Strategies and Promojam’s Quick Rise to the Top in the Social Media World in October’s Issue of Business Review USA

Business Review USA, the top digital media source for American business news, discusses Ford Motor Company’s business strategies, the benefits of estate planning for the future, the rise of Promojam, and the latest edition of Apple TV compared to its competitors. The October cover story... - October 13, 2010 - WDM Group

New Driving Test Fears – How to Master Independent Driving and Achieve Driving Test Success

A new survey carried out by Focus Multimedia reveals that 55% of learner drivers are worried that they will fail the new Practical Driving Test as a result of the new Independent Driving section. The new test went live in test centres across Britain on October 4th. The Driving Standards Agency... - October 13, 2010 - Focus Multimedia

Top-Ranked Female Racer Jennifer Jo Cobb Signs on to "The Ride," V1 Entertainment Films' New Professional Motorsports-Themed TV Series

Top-Ranked Female Racer Jennifer Jo Cobb Signs on to "The Ride," V1 Entertainment Films' New Professional Motorsports-Themed TV Series

Cobb to play herself in recurring role and will partner with Director Giancarlo Esposito of AMC’s “Breaking Bad” and Screenwriter Tony Sommo to lend authenticity to 2011 Replacement Series - October 12, 2010 - Jennifer Jo Cobb Racing

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