The Mercedes-Benz S class and BMW's i8 plug-in hybrid were the big Web winners from this year's Frankfurt auto show, according to a study.
The Mercedes-Benz S class and BMW's i8 plug-in hybrid were the big Web winners from this year's Frankfurt auto show, according to a study.
Al Chalashtori, general manager of Universal Nissan and Universal Hyundai in Orlando, Fla., says lots of shoppers are finding his stores from an often overlooked source: Yahoo! and Bing.
Stung by the popularity of cheap smartphone navigation apps, aftermarket suppliers of personal navigation devices are starting to market navigation systems directly to automakers.
Ford of Europe is adopting a tactic that Ford Motor Co. used during the 2008-2009 recession in the United States by bulking up its lineup as it awaits the European car market's recovery.
Sergio Marchionne's mantras are like liquid, meaning they #8211; like the Fiat-Chysler CEO #8211; continually change as the global auto business evolves.
Nissan today started production of its new Note subcompact at its plant in Sunderland, northeast England, the carmaker said.
Jaguar is looking for a way to enter the compact crossover segment without competing directly with its German luxury rivals, said Mike Wright, executive director of Jaguar Land Rover.
The new Ferrari F12 Berlinetta offers Magneti Marelli's optional front lifting system, which can raise the car by up to 40mm to help it better handle speed bumps.
Ford of Europe is adopting a tactic that Ford Motor Co. used during the 2008-2009 recession in the United States by bulking up its lineup as it awaits the European car market's recovery.
Sergio Marchionne's mantras are like liquid, meaning they #8211; like the Fiat-Chysler CEO #8211; continually change as the global auto business evolves.
Nissan today started production of its new Note subcompact at its plant in Sunderland, northeast England, the carmaker said.
Jaguar is looking for a way to enter the compact crossover segment without competing directly with its German luxury rivals, said Mike Wright, executive director of Jaguar Land Rover.
The new Ferrari F12 Berlinetta offers Magneti Marelli's optional front lifting system, which can raise the car by up to 40mm to help it better handle speed bumps.
The new Ferrari F12 Berlinetta offers Magneti Marelli's optional front lifting system, which can raise the front of the car by up to 40mm to help the low-riding car handle speed bumps.
Toyota Canada announced that the 2014 Sienna minivan is now on sale across the country starting at $29,120. Seven trim levels are available, all powered by a 3.5L V6 and a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Front-wheel-drive Siennas average a combined 9.8L/100km, including:
- Sienna 7-passenger V6: $29,120
- Sienna LE 8-passenger V6: $33,365
- Sienna SE 8-passenger V6: $37,205
- Sienna XLE 7-passenger V6: $39,740
The 2014 Toyota Sienna also offers all-wheel drive, with a fuel consumption rating of 10.9L/100km:
- Sienna LE AWD 7-passenger V6: $36,190
- Sienna XLE AWD 7-passenger V6: $39,740
Finally, Toyota has two Sienna models ready for mobility conversions. These are the 2014 Toyota Sienna LE 7-passenger V6 Mobility and the 2014 Toyota Sienna XLE 7-passenger V6 with available Mobility Package.
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Bridgestone has just partnered with the Canada Safety Council to launch a new website,
www.teensdrivesmart.ca, providing tips and resources for both teens and drivers of all ages.
Alcohol and drugs, texting while driving, and other distractions are some of the topics explored on the website. And it's not only aimed at drivers: Passengers will learn how their attitude and actions can pose a safety risk.
There's also a section where kids can take a short quiz, and then have a parent help them print out their free driver's license.
“We're been looking for a partner in Canada who shares our focus on teen driving and helping our next generation of drivers to make smarter decisions behind the wheel,” said Angela Patterson, Manager, Teens Drive Smart Program, Bridgestone Americas. “We're proud to have found that partner in the Canada Safety Council, and look forward to helping Canadian teens drive smarter.”
From press release
The nr36 Signatech Alpine of Pierre Ragues and Nelson Panciatici takes a dominant win in challenging weather conditions at the Hungaroring for the fourth round of the European Le Mans Serie.
The French squad has set the stage for a championship showdown at Paul Ricard in two weeks with reigning champion Pierre Thiriet and the Thiriet by TDS Racing team for the title of 2013 European Le Mans Series Driver and Team Champion.
Panciatici took the chequered flag after 82 laps of racing over a lap ahead of the nr18 Murphy Prototypes Oreca Nissan of Jonathan Hirschi and Brendon Hartley, which marks the best result of the season for the Irish team.
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The nr 49 Team Endurance Challenge Oreca of Gary Hirsch and Paul Loup Chatin scored another victory in the LMPC class, finishing 9th overall. However their teammates in the nr48 FLM Oreca, Soheil Ayari and Anthony Pons finished second to keep the title challenge alive for the final race of the 2013 season.
The nr 77 Proton Competiton Porsche 911 GT3 RSR of Christian Ried, Nick Tandy and Klaus Bachler scored their first win of the year, with Bachler taking the chequered flag in 6th overall, 45 seconds ahead of points leaders Johnny Mowlem and Matt Griffin in the nr52 RAM Racing Ferrari 458. It means that Mowlem and Griffin hold a 23 point advantage over Ried going into the final race of the year.
It was victory number three from three race starts for the nr69 SMP Racing Ferrari 458 of Fabio Babini, Viktor Shaitar and Kirill Ladygin in the GTC class. It was all smiles in the Russian team's garage as the nr72 SMP Ferrari finished in second, just 0.5 seconds behind. The battle to see who will become the GTC team and driver title holders will be one to watch in Paul Ricard in two weeks.
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