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SABIC Innovative Plastics’ Extra-High-Temp Lexan* XHT PC Copolymers Shine Bright Light on Hella’s Automotive Headlamp Designs
Hella, a leading Tier 1 auto lighting supplier, has selected SABIC Innovative Plastics’ Lexan* XHT resins to create a metallized headlamp bezel and a clear, ice blue-tinted bezel for two major European car manufacturers. - September 05, 2010 - SABIC Innovative Plastics
Demand for Automotive Sensors to Grow 11.8% Annually Through 2014
This study focuses on demand for light vehicle original equipment manufacturer (OEM) automotive sensors. - September 03, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Germain AdvantEdge Loyalty Program Will Benefit Customers
Customers who purchase certified vehicles from Germain Toyota of Columbus can receive complimentary services and amenities - September 03, 2010 - Germain Toyota Columbus, OH
Leading Used Van Retailer Anchor Vans Celebrates the 45th Birthday of the Ford Transit Van, After Twenty Years of Selling New and Used Ford Vans
The first Ford Transit Van was released in August 1965, Simon Joyce, Sales Director for Anchor Vans explains the huge success of the van affectionately known as the "backbone of Britain." - September 02, 2010 - Anchor Vans
Mobile Billboard Trucks Elevates Their Signs Up to 17 Feet High
Billboards2Go.com Introduces Their New Line of Mobile Billboard Trucks. Billboards2Go.com owns and operates an exclusively-built fleet of mobile billboard trucks. - September 01, 2010 - Billboards 2 Go Inc.
InterDyn BMI Named to Accounting Technology's VAR 100
Accounting Technology, a magazine published monthly by SourceMedia, is pleased to announce that InterDyn BMI has been selected to its VAR 100 list for 2010. - September 01, 2010 - InterDyn BMI, A Columbus Company
Cramer Honda of Venice Announces That It Has Promoted Tom Warren to be the Parts Manager
Cramer Honda of Venice announced that it has promoted Tom Warren to be the Parts Manager. Cramer Honda of Venice is proud to have Tom join the team and looks forward to serving their customer’s automotive needs today and for many years to come. - August 30, 2010 - Cramer Honda of Venice
Extended Car Warranty Company US Direct Protect Offers 150,000 Additional Mile Powertrain Enhanced Coverage
US Direct Protect and CarServiceContract.com now offer a Powertrain Enhanced Vehicle Service Contract that covers a vehicle for an additional 150k miles instead of the Industry norm of 100k miles. For vehicles under 200k and 20 years or younger, US Direct Protect can now offer a Powertrain Enhanced... - August 28, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
Auto Warranty Company and Vehicle Service Contract Provider US Direct Protect Offers Powertrain Coverage That Covers Seals and Gaskets
US Direct Protect now offers a Powertrain Enhanced policy that covers seals and gaskets on covered parts for vehicles that have less than 125k miles on the odometer or is less than 10 model years old at the time of the contract issuance. US Direct Protect is a national Extended Car Warranty... - August 26, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
NAFA's Sunshine State Chapter and FLAGFA Team Up for Fall Conference
This will be the fourth time NAFA's Sunshine State Chapter and FLAGFA have combined resources to produce a fall conference. - August 26, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Anchor Vans, a Leading Used Van Retailer, Confirms Reported 9% Drop in Average Price of Used Vans Since April 2010 Price Peak
Anchor Vans confirms the findings reported in the latest monthly market analysis for vans by Manheim, which detailed a drop in the average price of used vans following ten consecutive months of rising used van prices. - August 26, 2010 - Anchor Vans
GM Announces Partnership with Bright Automotive for Commercial Electric Vehicles
GM has partnered with Bright Automotive in order to offer an electric commercial fleet vehicle. Gary Lang Auto Group is proud to be the only full-line GM dealership in the North Chicagoland area and looks forward to being able to offer this vehicle. - August 25, 2010 - Gary Lang Auto Group
Distracted Driving Takes Center Stage in Drive Safely Work Week
2010 Drive Safely Work Week Campaign tool kits can be downloaded Free through September 20th from www.trafficsafety.org. - August 25, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Motive Unveils the Kestrel, Canada’s First Bio-Composite Electric Vehicle Design
Motive has announced the development of Canada’s first bio-composite bodied electric car. The car, called the Kestrel, will make its full marketing debut during the September EV 2010 VÉ Conference and Trade Show in Vancouver. The Kestrel is an electric 4 passenger compact vehicle,... - August 22, 2010 - Motive Industries Inc.
First Base Freight Ltd, Car Shipping Company Launches New Website
Car shipping company launches new website to highlight capabilities in cost effectiveness with easy to follow instructions about transport procedures whilst offering a professional and bespoke service worldwide. - August 20, 2010 - First Base Freight Ltd
Cramer Toyota of Venice Announces That It Has Recently Finished an Intensive Two Day Consulting Session with the Renowned Internet Specialist David Kain
Cramer Toyota of Venice Announces That It Has Recently Finished an Intensive Two Day Consulting Session with the Renowned Internet Specialist David Kain. As a result of Kain's visit, the internet experience at Cramer Toyota of Venice is much improved - August 20, 2010 - Cramer Toyota of Venice
Cramer Toyota of Venice Announces Its Partnership with Toyota Sales Professional Mike Piscopo a Member of the Italian American Club of Venice
Cramer Toyota of Venice announces its partnership with Toyota Sales Professional Mike Piscopo, in taking out an advertisement in the monthly newsletter of the Italian American Club of Venice. - August 20, 2010 - Cramer Toyota of Venice
Cramer Toyota of Venice Donates $150 to the Sarasota Sun Devils Football Program
Cramer Toyota of Venice donates $150 to the Sarasota Sun Devils Football program. The Sarasota Sun Devils are the local team for the Pop Warner Youth Football program in the area. The Sarasota Sun Devils are part of the Peace River Conference that plays from Sarasota to Naples. Cramer Toyota of... - August 20, 2010 - Cramer Toyota of Venice
Cramer Toyota of Venice Donates $150 Dollars to the Venice Area Historical Society’s Upcoming Fundraising Event
Cramer Toyota of Venice donates $150 dollars to the Venice Area Historical Society’s upcoming fundraising event. Cramer Toyota of Venice shares the passion of preserving our fine city with the Venice Historical Society. According to Cramer Toyota’s General Manager Richard Bond,... - August 20, 2010 - Cramer Toyota of Venice
RCT Limo Launches a New Enhanced Website
RCT Limo, a luxury Sedan and Limousine company in Delray Beach, Officially announces the launch of their newly redesigned website, at http://www.rctlimo.com. The dramatically redesigned site, created by RCT website design team, embodies RCT’s vision and dedication to the growing needs of its... - August 20, 2010 - RCT Limo Services
Rapidfix Launches SMART-O an Intelligent Oil Drain Plug
Rapidfix Industrial launches SMART-O - an intelligent oil drain plug which is engineered to prevent a series of costly mishaps, such as oil pan thread damage and rapid oil loss which can lead to engine damage and oil leakage into the environment. - August 20, 2010 - Rapidfix Industrial (Asia) Ltd
Anchor Vans Adds New Functionality to Used Vans Website, Helping Van Buyers Find Air Conditioned Used Vans Faster
In response to an increased demand for air conditioned vans in recent weeks, Anchor Vans has added new search functionality to its used van website, enabling van buyers to rapidly narrow their search - August 19, 2010 - Anchor Vans
Extended Warranty Company and Vehicle Service Contract Provider US Direct Protect Has Made Getting a Quote for Coverage Even More Simple
Extended Warranty Company and Vehicle Service Contract provider US direct Protect has made getting a quote for coverage even more simple than it already was. When you log onto to their website usdirectprotect.com or carservicecontract.com and put in your vehicle information, your information is... - August 18, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
Scion Vancouver Launch - myJPscion in Action
myJPscion is officially launched by the Jim Pattison Auto Group to prepare for the launch of Scion in Vancouver, BC. The myJPscion team will be cruising around town in their xB’s and attending sporting, musical, and art events. - August 16, 2010 - Jim Pattison Scion Vancouver Dealerships
Extended Warranty Company and Car Service Contract Provider US Direct Protect Announces a Pay as You Go Auto Warranty Program
US Direct Protect, one of the largest sellers of Extended Warranties and Vehicle Service Contracts announced today that in partnership with Gold Key Auto Warranty Group, will now sell a pay as you go Auto Warranty program. With a typical warranty program, any time a consumer purchased a contract... - August 14, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
Family Fun Weekend Launches Derbyshire Car Dealership’s Green Initiative
Details a family fun weekend launching a carbon offsetting initiative and scheme to send parcels to UK troops abroad - August 14, 2010 - Mark Campbell Motors
Veteran Fleet Expert to Lead NAFA's Education Efforts
Kate Vigneau, CAFM, has been chosen to lead NAFA's educational efforts as the Association's new Professional Development Strategist. - August 13, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Consumer Financing and an Extended Service Agreement Are Now Available for the Auto Moto
The Auto Moto Corporation Announces Consumer Financing and Extended Service Agreement. - August 12, 2010 - TheAutoMoto.com Corporation
European Fleet Database 2010 - Light Commercial Vehicles by Datamonitor Now Available at ReportsandReports
Quantifies the size and segmentation of the light commercial vehicle market. In addition to providing an overview of the total LCV market, details the segmentation of the market by finance method. - August 11, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Motorz TV to Air Internationally
Hit U.S.-based automotive TV show to be distributed to international television via OTPL Worldwide. - August 11, 2010 - Duke Networks, LLC
V1 Entertainment Films Casting Advertisers to Star in NASCAR-Themed TV Series, "The Ride"
Veteran Screenwriter Tony Sommo Crafting Parts for Brands as Characters. - August 10, 2010 - V1 Entertainment Films
Extended Warranty Company Integrates Chat Portal Onto Its Website for Sales and Customer Service
US Direct Protect adds Chat Portal onto their website to assist customers with sales on an Extended Warranty or customer service on an Extended Warranty they already purchased. Customers can now communicate with a live person directly on US Direct Protects website. - August 07, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
Gary Lang Auto Group’s "Cell Phones for Soldiers" Program
Gary Lang Auto Group has joined the Cell Phones for Soldiers program. This program provides a 60-minute calling card to a soldier for each cell phone donated. Gary Lang hopes help as many soldiers as possible and encourages everyone to bring in their unwanted cell phones to drop off. - August 07, 2010 - Gary Lang Auto Group
EV-Charge America Unveils Southeast America’s First Level II – J1772 Enabled EV Charging Station System with an Integrated 20kW Solar Carport Array
The first globally networked, solar powered, electric vehicle charging station equipped with both Level II – 240 volt and Level I – 120 volt charging capacity to accommodate Chevy Volt, Nissan Leaf, and other new electric vehicles using the universal SAE J1772 connectors began full operation today under a 20kW solar carport in Pulaski, Tennessee. - August 05, 2010 - EV-Charge America
NewProductHelp.com Prepared to Represent Hidden Tail Gate Invention to Potential Licensees
William R., a South Carolina-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance firm NewProductHelp.com to represent his Hidden Tail Gate concept to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet effective new product designed to provide unprecedented functionality to a vehicle... - August 04, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
NAFA's Canadian Fleet Management Seminar to be Offered in Both French and English if Demand Warrants It
NAFA presents a Canadian Fleet Management Seminar (CFMS) in Calagary this September 14-15, marking the first time the CFMS has been presented this far into Western Canada. The seminar is scheduled to be presented in English, but NAFA will make a French version available if there is enough demand. - August 04, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
OpConnect Praises California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) Ruling
OpConnect LLC, an innovator in the emerging electric vehicle industry praised this week’s decision by California’s Public Utility Commission that companies selling electric vehicle charging services to the public would not be regulated as public utilities. - August 03, 2010 - OpConnect, LLC
Extended Car Warranties and Vehicle Service Contract Provider US Direct Protect to Offer ICE's Family Protection Plan
US Direct Protect will offer all of its Gold Key Auto Warranty Group future customers ICE's Family Protection Plan, a combination of its ICE (In Case of Emergency) and Identification Theft Program, free for one full year. David Cunningham Director of Sales and Marketing comments, "We are... - August 01, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
"Breaking Bad" Star Giancarlo Esposito to Direct Pilot of V1 Entertainment Films' NASCAR-Themed TV Series, "The Ride"
Acclaimed film and television actor/director Giancarlo Esposito has agreed to direct the pilot of V1 Entertainment Films’ new NASCAR-themed television series, “The Ride.” Esposito, who currently stars in the award-winning AMC television series “Breaking Bad,” has been... - August 01, 2010 - V1 Entertainment Films
Parkway Motorcars: Santa Clarita’s New Saturn Authorized Service Provider
Effective July 16, Parkway Motorcars is now a Santa Clarita and Los Angeles Saturn Authorized Service Provider. Parkway’s factory-trained and factory-certified Saturn technicians use genuine Saturn parts and fulfill outstanding Saturn factory warranties. - July 31, 2010 - Parkway Motorcars
Extended Warranty and Vehicle Service Contract Provider to Launch New Website, CarServiceContract.com
Extended Warranty Company National Warranty Services Inc launches its new website on Thursday July 29th. The California based Extended Auto Warranty and Vehicle Service Contract provider currently receive quote requests on www.usdirectprotect.com and will now also give customers online quote's at... - July 30, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
Little League’s Southeastern Region in Warner Robins, Hughes Honda Establish Region Partnership
Hughes Honda of Warner Robins, Ga., and Little League Baseball and Softball have reached an agreement that will make the dealership the official vehicle sponsor of Little League Baseball and Softball’s Southeastern Region. Through this partnership, Hughes Honda will become a partner of the... - July 29, 2010 - Hughes Honda
Vision Techniques Launch Real-Time CCTV Review, Download and Health Check Product - VT Live
Vehicle safety solutions specialist, Vision Techniques, has launched VT ‘Live’, a robust, vehicle-based mobile DVR (Digital Video Recorder) that allows operators to immediately view any incident straight from the cab. It can also send an alert to colleagues via email, SMS or MMS. - July 28, 2010 - Vision Techniques
50 Hz Upholstery Carpet Cleaner Line Adds 48 Percent More Pressure
Daimer®'s unheated XTreme Power® XPC-9250U equipment generates pump pressure up to 15.2 bar. - July 28, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Ranch Exit Media Teams Up with OPTiONS
Ranch Exit Media is pleased to announce its new artistic representation by Doug Sherin and Kim Griswold of OPTiONS. - July 26, 2010 - Ranch Exit Media
Cramer Toyota of Venice Donates $100 Dollars to the Fraternal Order of Police Venice
Cramer Toyota of Venice donates $100 dollars to the Fraternal Order of Police Venice Lodge #57 for their “Shop with a Cop Program.” This is a back to school program that the Venice Chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police started years ago to help disadvantaged children in our community. - July 26, 2010 - Cramer Toyota of Venice
Auto Warranty Company US Direct Protect Has Officially Joined the VPA
Auto Warranty provider US Direct Protect has joined the VPA and has made it official Wednesday July 21st by mailing their auditing fee via certified mail. September 1st is the deadline for all Car Service Contract Brokers, Agents, Finance Companies, Fulfillment Companies, Administrators and... - July 24, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
B-TEK Scales Fabricates Custom Scale for GM Lordstown, Ohio Plant and the New Cruze
The GM Lordstown Plant is manufacturing the new Cruze sedan in the GM fleet. B-TEK Scales fabricated a custom scale for the quality control department. - July 24, 2010 - B-TEK Scales
ISO Joins CVTA
The Connected Vehicle Trade Association (CVTA) is pleased to announce that ISO (Insurance Services Office, Inc.) has joined its organization to represent insurance telematics. - July 22, 2010 - Connected Vehicle Trade Association
SavingsNut.com Introduces AutoSavingsNut.com
SavingsNut.com, the most complete site of money saving ideas on the Internet, is pleased to introduce its new savings website, AutoSavingsNut.com, a site dedicated to helping individuals and families save on all their car and vehicle expenses. Major topics include how to save money on: Buying New... - July 21, 2010 - SavingsNut.com