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New Material Handling Manager at Rhino Assembly Expected to Increase Emergence Into the Southeastern U.S.

RhinoAssembly.com is looking forward to the future of expanding this division through the expertise gained with the hire of Mike Rogers. Mike Rogers has many years of experience that will assist in making Rhino the premier supply of Material Handling products through the southeastern United States. RhinoAssembly.com is very pleased with the new addition. - August 08, 2009 - Rhino Assembly Corporation

Michigan Chapter Meeting Highlights NAFA's Partnership with Ferris State University

NAFA's Michigan Chapter holds its next chapter meeting at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan to discuss the CAFM program and the minor in fleet management. - August 08, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

Single Throw Internet Marketing to Expand Internet Marketing Strategy of Pace BMW with Brand New Website

Single Throw Internet Marketing is teaming up with Pace BMW to expand the car dealership's Internet marketing strategy. - August 07, 2009 - Single Throw Internet Marketing

Smoother Traffic for 78 Means Better Traffic for Carey Paul

Customer counts at Carey Paul Honda have picked up considerably as of late and it could be for a number of reasons. One glaring reason is the completion of re-designing, construction, repairing and overall improvement of Highway 78. “It is finally complete,” says Carey Paul General... - August 06, 2009 - Carey Paul Honda

New Tuffy Tire and Auto Service Center Opens in Titusville, Florida

The new Tuffy store, locally owned and operated by Tony Kalipersaud, is located at 2880 Cheney Highway, next to Sonny’s Barbecue. Shop hours will be from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. - August 05, 2009 - Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Centers

Anchor Vans Launches New Micro Site Designed Specifically to Meet the Needs of Minibus Buyers

The new micro site, www.anchorbus.co.uk has been designed to help minibus buyers search for new and used minibuses faster than on the main Anchor Vans website. - August 05, 2009 - Anchor Vans

Honda of Ocala is Ocala's Cash for Clunkers Authority

Honda of Ocala has made the necessary preparations to assist their customers and the community with the CARS program. The rebates range from $3,500 up to $4,500. “For Americans who have a clunker sitting in their driveway, this is an even better trade-in offer than they could get from any... - August 05, 2009 - Honda of Ocala

CarDealerships.org Launches New Platform, Reputation Management & Car Sales Programs

New features at CarDealerships.org help resolve problems between car dealers and their customers, helps dealers sell more inventory by presenting vehicles to users still in the research stage, and promote their businesses online. - August 04, 2009 - Car Dealerships

California Tow Truck Association Opposes City Owned Vehicle Impound Facilities

Responding to concerns of California Tow Truck Association (CTTA) members regarding cities and counties competing in what has been considered private sector business by establishing government operated towing and/or storage facilities, the CTTA Board of Directors is taking a strong stance in... - August 03, 2009 - California Tow Truck Association

Saturn of Raleigh and Saturn of Cary Owner Discusses "Cash for Clunkers" Program

Bill Shotwell, executive general manager and owner of Saturn of Raleigh (www.saturnofraleigh.com) and Saturn of Cary (www.saturnofcary.com), has announced the release of a new audio podcast discussing the many aspects of the Customer Assistance to Recycle and Save program, a new program from the... - August 02, 2009 - Saturn of Raleigh

Chevy High Performance Goes Faster with Scorpion Rocker Arms

Scorpion Performance, Inc., (http://www.scorpionperformance.com), an American manufacturer of precision parts for high performance engines, is proud to announce that Chevy High Performance magazine chose Scorpion 1.6:1 ratio rocker arms for a hot new engine build. A complete description and many... - August 02, 2009 - scorpionperformance.com

EV-Charge America Today Announced the Release of Gen2 the Next Generation of Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

The Gen2® Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations have significantly more advantages over the older versions of charging stations that have had limited success in the marketplace. - July 31, 2009 - EV-Charge America

Enjoy a $4,500 Incentive Toward the BMW of Your Dreams at Shelly BMW: Dealership to Participate in New Car Allowance Rebate Program

Shelly BMW is inviting all Southern California residents to take advantage of the new Car Allowance Rebate System and turn in their current less fuel-efficient clunker for a more fuel-efficient vehicle. - July 30, 2009 - Shelly BMW

AdTel International Processes 30,000,000th Consumer Application, Original "Loan by Phone" Company Now Using Internet, SMS Technologies

Texas Research and Investment announces its parent company, AdTel International, reaches the 30,000,000 customers. - July 30, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC

CEShoppes Commissions Art Glass Awards for Toyota

Toyota Motor Sales selects CEShoppes to create one-of-a-kind art glass awards to recognize its Customer Services Advisory Board. - July 28, 2009 - Creative Expressions of Tampa Bay, Inc

DCH Auto Group and Single Throw Internet Marketing Join Forces to Revamp Dealership’s Website, Set a Brand Image

Renowned car dealership group, DCH Auto Group, has sought the help of one of the nation’s top Internet marketing companies, Single Throw Internet Marketing, to revamp the automotive company’s corporate website and establish an automotive dealership group brand image. Headquartered in... - July 26, 2009 - Single Throw Internet Marketing

Carson Toyota Announces Participation in Cash for Clunkers Car Allowance Rebate System

Carson Toyota is inviting all Southern California residents to take advantage of the new Car Allowance Rebate System and turn in their current less fuel-efficient clunker for a more fuel-efficient vehicle. Receive up to $4,500, Plus Dealer Incentives, Toward a New Toyota or Scion. - July 25, 2009 - carson toyota

World-Renowed Collector Car Expert Don Williams to Deliver Keynote Speech at SCM Monterey Seminar

Sports Car Market magazine will host "Time to Buy? Time to Sell?" Seminar on August 15th. - July 25, 2009 - Sports Car Market

DEAC Increases Service Export Volume

In times, when every company is crucial in the process of contributing into improvement of the external trade balance, in order to revive the Latvian economy, the biggest Latvian data centre operator – DEAC – has significantly increased the export volume of the rendered services. Within... - July 24, 2009 - Digital Economy Advancement Center

Congratulations to Scorpion Performance Winners Coughlin and Blair

Scorpion Performance (http://www.scorpionperformance.com), Inc., an American manufacturer of precision parts for high performance engines, congratulates NMCA Edelbrock Drag Racing drivers Troy Coughlin and Jim Blair for their wins at the Nitto Tire Super Bowl of Street Legal Drag Racing IV this... - July 24, 2009 - scorpionperformance.com

Swift Chrysler Jeep Dodge Offers Up to $4,500 Off with or Without Clunker Trade-in

Swift Chrysler Jeep Dodge participates in government “Cash for Clunkers” program beginning July 23. All customers can save up to $4,500 off a new vehicle, even without a “clunker” trade-in at Swift Chrysler Jeep Dodge in Davis. - July 24, 2009 - Swift Chrysler Jeep Dodge

XpressCredit Website Redesign Goes Live

XpressCredit announces it has launched a redesigned Web site with a more streamlined navigation flow and more comprehensive information on its product offerings. In addition to an entirely new look, some features of the new site, which is already live, include: — Improved site organization... - July 23, 2009 - Premier Internet Comminications, Inc.

Green Fuel Systems International (GFSI) New Gas Injection System for Diesel Engines Revolutionizes Green Fuel Market Place

After two years of research and development, the talented team of engineers at GFSI, claim they have now solved every issue that had previously hindered the gas injection community. - July 20, 2009 - Green Fuel Systems International PTY LTD

Weitz & Luxenberg Mesothelioma Cancer Lawyers Warn of Secondhand Asbestos Exposure

Secondhand asbestos exposure can lead to the development of asbestos cancers such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. For more information and a free online lawsuit review, visit www.weitzlux.com. - July 18, 2009 - Weitz & Luxenberg

NAFA Raises the Bar for Fleet Management

In the first six months of 2009, NAFA Fleet Management Association has made great strides in elevating the status of fleet managers. - July 18, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

Sports Car Market to Sponsor the Alfa Romeo Owner's Club 2009 National Convention Concours

The Alfa Romeo Owner's Club will be holding its 2009 National Convention in Portland, Oregon, July 15-19. The weekend will be packed with tons of Alfa events, including seminar and tech sessions, guided tours, art shows, and Saturday's concourso. This will be an opportunity for every person who... - July 17, 2009 - Sports Car Market

Improve Your Driving Record, Improve Car Insurance Quotes

InsuranceAgents.com recommends drivers review their driving record in order to reduce auto insurance premiums. - July 16, 2009 - InsuranceAgents.com

Hanania Automotive Group Expands in Jacksonville, FL

Jack Hanania takes center stage in a recent Automotive News article. The article spoke highly of the Hanania Automotive Group’s move to relocate two dealerships, Audi Jacksonville and Volkswagen of Orange Park, alongside its existing Acura and Hyundai stores on Blanding Boulevard. Mentioning... - July 16, 2009 - Hanania Automotive Group

RV Awnings and Eco-Friendly Products Transforming the RV Industry

RV awning and RV accessories retailer, ShadePro.net, introduces a product that encourages easy, affordable and green RV-living. - July 15, 2009 - ShadePro Inc.

Lot Vantage Releases Craigslist Software for Canadian Auto Dealers

Growth Technologies International, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of craigslist.ca to Lot Vantage. Lot Vantage was originally launched in October of 2008 as a comprehensive solution for dealers with an intuitive eBay Motors, and craigslist inventory management solution. “The... - July 15, 2009 - Lot Vantage

XpressCredit Announces New Lender Relationship: Consumer Auto Finance

XpressCredit today announces its association with Consumer Auto Finance of Waco, TX. Consumer Auto has adopted the XpressCredit Credit Aggregation System (CAS) and has become a lending source for the auto dealers on the XpressCredit platform in Texas. “The addition of Consumer Auto Finance... - July 15, 2009 - Premier Internet Comminications, Inc.

Body Kits from Essex Racing Limited Now at Discounted Prices

The UK's number one body kit importer and retailer, Essex Racing Limited have announced discounted prices on their full body kits. Essex Racing Limited has announced that they have adjusted their prices for full body kits online. Essex Racing are the UK's number one importer and retailer of body... - July 14, 2009 - Essex Racing Limited

Skylark Taxi to Sponsor 2009 Wichita Falls, Texas MDA Car Show and Cruise

Skylark Taxi and Airport Express will again serve as the presenting sponsor for the Wichita Falls, Texas 2009 MDA Car Show this Labor Day. - July 13, 2009 - Texhoma Transportation Inc.

Wade Raulerson Buick, Pontiac, GMC Continues Down Road of Economic Stimulus

This past week, Wade Raulerson Buick, Pontiac, GMC held their first training class for Outside Sales Associates. Of the attending only 12 were chosen to join the Wade Raulerson Buick, Pontiac, GMC sales force. There is a goal of hiring 50 Outside Sales Associates as soon as possible. Larry Morgan,... - July 11, 2009 - Wade Raulerson

NAFA Launches 2009 Membership Drive

NAFA Fleet Management Association thrives on the support of its membership. From now through November 30, 2009, the 2009 Membership Drive will seek to bring more fleet managers into the fold to make the Association even stronger. - July 09, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

Green + Tech = Tesla Motors Participates in the IT Management Conference in NYC

The new Tesla Motors Roadster Sport is a zero-emissions 100% electric 288-hp sports car capable of 0-60 in 3.7 seconds and 244 miles per charge. ITMC will feature the greatest minds in IT including executive leadership from Forbes, IBM, HBO, GE, AIG, Citigroup, Salesforce, MySQL, Unisys, Zend (The PHP Company), CSC, Cushman & Wakefield, Avocent, Meetup, Nortel and many others. - July 09, 2009 - IT Management Conference

AutoGo Auto Transport Provides Car Shipments for Recently Passed Cash for Clunkers Bill

New federal program sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is calling the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) passed the senate, and now has been signed into law by President Obama. - July 08, 2009 - AutoGo Auto Transport

Automobile Dealers Join SMS Mobile Marketing by AdTel

The incredible new medium of text messaging and mobile marketing is proving highly effective for dealers using AdTel services. - July 08, 2009 - AdTel International

Wade Raulerson Buick, Pontiac, GMC is Gainesville's Official Cash for Clunkers Dealer

Wade Raulerson Buick, Pontiac, GMC is making the necessary preparations to assist their customers and the community with the CARS voucher program. The vouchers range from $3,500 up to $4,500. President Obama signed into law a program NHTSA is calling The Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS). This is... - July 04, 2009 - Wade Raulerson

Saturn of Raleigh and Saturn of Cary to Participate in $4,500 "Cash for Clunkers" Program

Saturn of Raleigh (www.saturnofraleigh.com) and Saturn of Cary (www.saturnofcary.com) are participating in the Customer Assistance to Recycle and Save program, a new program from the federal government that will help consumers pay for a new, more fuel efficient cars or trucks from a participating... - July 04, 2009 - Saturn of Raleigh

See the All-New 2010 Z4 at Shelly BMW

Shelly BMW invites Southern California residents to stop in and see the all-new 2010 BMW Z4. - July 03, 2009 - Shelly BMW

See the All-New 2010 7-Series at Shelly BMW

Shelly BMW invites Southern California residents to stop by and see the all-new BMW 7-Series. - July 03, 2009 - Shelly BMW

Ford Motor Company Standardizes to CasterShoX

Ford Motor Company announced on June 22, 2009 that it has chosen the CasterShoX product line as the specified caster for line delivery carts in the revised Ford Cuautitlan Assembly Plant, located near Mexico City in Mexico. The Ford Fiesta is slated to be built in this facility. This is seen as... - July 03, 2009 - Caster Concepts, Inc.

Altea and Ubiq Combine Their Expertise to Offer Innovative Telematic Solutions

Altea and Ubiq have signed an important agreement to offer innovative Value Added Services (VAS) to Car Telematics in Peru. - July 03, 2009 - Altea Srl.

Hot Rods, Choppers, Zombies and Beer Promised at Seattle’s Hot Rod Monsters Film Festival

Presented by Go-Kustom Rekords & Films is the first ever Hot Rod and Monster Film Festival to be held at 911 Media Arts in Seattle, Washington, July 18th & 19th, 2009. Additional sponsors include Ol Skool Rodz , Car Kulture Deluxe, The Pin-Up Angels and The Rat Bastards Car Club. - July 02, 2009 - Go-Kustom Rekords & Films

California Law Makes Ignition Interlock Devices Mandatory for Those Arrested for Driving on a Suspended License Due to a Prior Alcohol-Related Suspension

On July 1, 2009, the California Department of Motor Vehicles will be authorized to require any driver convicted of driving with a suspended license due to a prior alcohol-related suspension to install an ignition interlock device. - July 02, 2009 - Smart Start of California