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BDA Advises UQM Technologies on Equity Issue & JV with China National Heavy Duty Truck/Sinotruk
BDA is pleased to announce that its client, UQM Technologies Inc (NYSE MKT: UQM) has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement (“Agreement”) with China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co Ltd through its wholly owned subsidiary, Sinotruk (BVI) Ltd (collectively,... - August 29, 2017 - BDA Partners Ltd
Friendly Launches TLC Car Rental & Leasing Options for Drivers
Friendly TLC Rentals & Leasing CEO, Michael Grinman, announced the launch of the company's new website offering TLC car rental and leasing services that individuals can use to start their own ride sharing business. "We offer personalized service and different vehicle options to meet TLC... - August 26, 2017 - Friendly TLC Rentals & Leasing
Crown Buick GMC Taps Robert "Bob" Meredith for New Commercial Fleet Position
The Crown Automotive Group today announced that industry veteran Robert "Bob" Meredith has been hired to fill its new Commercial & Fleet Sales Manager position. The Louisiana native has over 20 years of experience in commercial and fleet sales. - August 24, 2017 - Crown Automotive
King of Drag Racing "Big Daddy" Don Garlits Introduces the 1,000+ Horsepower HellScat to Help Charities in the 2017 Challenger Dream Giveaway
“Big Daddy” Don Garlits, the 17-time NHRA World Champion, introduced the world’s only Dodge Challenger HellScat to journalists and automobile enthusiasts this past weekend at the Mopar Nationals in Hebron, Ohio. The 1,000-plus horsepower HellScat, a play on the words... - August 23, 2017 - Dream Giveaway
P3 Connected Car Experience Days 2017 in Berlin
From October 24 to 27, the P3 Connected Car Experience Days 2017 will take place in the Classic Remise in Berlin for the first time. The industry event addresses manufacturers and suppliers in the automotive industry. The focus: Requesters, technicians and decision-makers of the respective... - August 23, 2017 - P3 group GmbH
Crown Eurocars of Dublin Earns Fifth Consecutive Dealer of the Year Award for Mercedes-Benz in Ohio
DealerRater recently named Crown Eurocars of Dublin Dealer of the Year for the fifth year in a row in the Mercedes-Benz brand category for the state of Ohio. The Crown Automotive Group dealership also earned its third consecutive DealerRater Consumer Satisfaction Award. - August 18, 2017 - Crown Automotive
Honda of Joliet Donates $3000 to American Heart Association
Silent auction of Limited Edition 2017 Type R helps raise donation. - August 17, 2017 - Honda of Joliet
A Towbarless Remote Controlled Electric Aircraft Tug System Capable of Towing Very Large Business Jets in Challenging Conditions
TNA today announced the launch of the TowFLEXX® 5-Series HD - Heavy Duty, a unique aircraft tow tug that delivers new innovative technology transforming maneuverability and safety. - August 15, 2017 - TNA - Aviation Technologies
Axalta Boosts Refinish Learning and Developing Offering in United States and Canada
Live virtual training and a refined Master Certification program are available. - August 11, 2017 - Axalta Coating Systems – North America Industrial
Brüel & Kjær Revs Up for NVH International Forum
Sound and vibration specialist, Brüel & Kjær is pleased to be one of the sponsors at this year’s International Forum Automotive Acoustics & Vibration – Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH). - August 11, 2017 - Bruel & Kjær UK
McGuire Enterprises Launches Curb Ramp™ - An Eco-Friendly Driveway Ramp for Lowered Cars
McGuire Enterprises LLC announces a new addition to their line of green products - Curb Ramp™: a do-it-yourself (DIY) driveway ramp for lowered cars. Made from recycled tires, this steep driveway solution provides a smooth transition between your driveway and street while reducing tire landfill waste. The first in their line of products outside the commercial roofing industry, Curb Ramp™ is manufactured and distributed by United Asphalt, a leader in the roofing industry for more than 50 years. - August 10, 2017 - Curb Ramp™
Top Gun Advisors Completes 60,000 SF Lease in Brownsville, TX
Top Gun Advisors is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed a 60,000 SF lease project located at 3201 Nafta Parkway, Suite B Brownsville, TX on behalf of their client, Dura Automotive systems. The seller PV PAFTA, LLC was represented by Alejandro Garza of ICO Real Estate... - August 08, 2017 - Campio
President Electronics USA Introduces the “JFK II A+” - A New 10 Meter Radio
President Electronics, the world wide leader of CB Radios in the world announced today the launch of their new 10 Meter Radio the “JFK II A+” arriving North America later this month. The JFK II A+ is capable of 50+ watts PEP, with AM/FM, Mic Gain, RF Gain, NB/ANL, President’s... - August 05, 2017 - President Electronics USA
President Electronics USA Introduces the "Andy AM USA" ~ a 12/24V CB Radio
President Electronics, the worldwide leader of CB Radios in the world announced today the launch of their new 12/24V CB Radio ~ the “Andy AM USA” arriving in North America later this month. The Andy features a large multi-function 7 color LCD display, programmable emergency channel, PA... - August 05, 2017 - President Electronics USA
Pluss Corporation is Now an Employee Owned Company
Pluss Corporation, a leading producer and provider of resource management software for Repair Shops and Dealers in the Truck, Heavy-Equipment and Emergency Equipment Market, is thrilled to announce that it is now an employee-owned company. Through the purchase of shares previously held by the... - August 04, 2017 - Pluss Corporation
Vital Alert and Toyota-ITC Research Positioning for Smart Cars and Cities
Vital Alert Communication Inc. announced an award for the second phase of a research agreement with Toyota-ITC to evaluate position measurement using VLF (Very Low Frequency) beacons in Smart City environments. The need for robust position measurement at road intersections is a critical component... - August 03, 2017 - Vital Alert Communication Inc.
FCP Euro Launches New Pickup Center at Milford, CT Headquarters
FCP Euro launches new pick up option for online customers. - August 02, 2017 - FCP Euro
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics L+S GmbH Presented New Booth Design at CTI USA and VDI Germany
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics L+S GmbH exhibited at CTI USA and VDI Germany in May and June, using these automotive industry events to first display new booth designs in the form of their corporate logo and the business unit’s brand promise logo and specific product photos. The CTI... - August 02, 2017 - Omniseal Solutions
New Motorsports & the US Armed Forces TV Series
AMG presents “OPERATION THANK YOU” a new docu-reality series featuring Johnny Davis & Carl Long as they prepare for a historic racing event to honor U.S. military. - August 01, 2017 - 200 Production LLC
Sky Track Solutions Launch New Telematics and Vehicle Security Focused Website
Sky Track Solutions has launched its new web site with vastly improved telematics, vehicle security and remote assets monitoring. - August 01, 2017 - Sky Track Solutions
5 Star Preowned of California is Now Home of the Legendary Rally Fighter; New Chula Vista Dealership Gets a Sixth Star
5 Star Preowned of California takes on the impervious Rally Fighter in Chula Vista, CA. Chula Vista's premier location for fine preowned and exotic cars now has on its premises the famous Rally Fighter from Local Motors of Arizona. This is the Fast and Furious 8 Car and very rare. Come check it out or drive it off the lot or order yours custom. - July 31, 2017 - 5 Star Preowned of California
Badger Truck Equipment Achieves NTEA’s MVP Membership Status
Badger Truck Equipment becomes part of NTEA’s Member Verification Program. - July 31, 2017 - Badger Truck Equipment
Axalta Brings Kids Coloring Contest to CAR Management Briefing Seminars
Activity gives event attendees' family members a chance to win a prize. - July 30, 2017 - Axalta Coating Systems – North America Industrial
inStyleTV is Proud to Showcase the Drive Car Seat Protector Dx from Drive Auto Products
Second only to buying a home, our vehicles are typically the largest purchase we’ll make. - July 29, 2017 - West Media Productions
inStyleTV is Proud to Showcase the Drive Car Trunk Organizer from Drive Auto Products
Finally, a convenient and attractive way to organize your car’s trunk. - July 29, 2017 - West Media Productions
We Buy Cars - An Overnight Success, 18 Years in the Making
From buying and selling cars on the side, to a 5-year-old warehouse in Pretoria East with an average of 700 vehicles at any given moment, WeBuyCars have built an exceptional reputation as the nr. 1 car buying service in South Africa. Owned by brothers, Faan and Dirk van der Walt, the renowned... - July 29, 2017 - WeBuyCars
The RoadBID Show - The First North American Vehicle Branding Festival How Vehicle OEM’s Service & Product Providers Will Bridge the Gap with Millennials
RoadBID Show – North American Vehicle Branding Tour 2018 A Call to Vehicle OEM’s, Vehicle Service & Product Providers, Exhibitors, Sponsors, Race Car Drivers, Race Car Owners, Musicians, Speakers, Comedians, Agents, Managers and Vehicle Enthusiasts The RoadBID Show is a North... - July 28, 2017 - ViberTEX, Inc.
Blue-Garuda Mobile Accessories to Remind Customers of Their Free 1-Year Extended Warranty But Only for the First 500 Customers
Vehicle accessories manufacturer, Blue-Garuda would like to remind customers that the first 500 who buy their Car Seat Side Pocket will receive a free 1-Year Extended Warranty. The reason for offering customers this extended warranty is in celebration of launching their latest product which is available to buy now on Amazon. - July 28, 2017 - Blue-Garuda
Monte Johnston Honored by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Monte Johnston, of Springdale, Arkansas, is honored by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for his distinguished contributions and achievements in field of Automotive Sales and Management. - July 26, 2017 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Blue-Garuda Mobile Accessories Reports Prime Day a Huge Success for Its Car Side Pocket Organizer
Blue Garuda have reported Prime Day to be a huge success with record sales for its latest in-car accessory known as a Car Side Pocket. The company themselves were well aware of the potential of Prime Day, which has also been claimed by Amazon to be the biggest Amazon event of the year and therefore Blue-Garuda made all the necessary preparations in order to capitalize on this big occasion. - July 24, 2017 - Blue-Garuda
Crown Hyundai Honored with Customer Service Awards from Top Review Sites
Crown Hyundai was recently honored with a 2017 Edmunds Five Star Dealer Award, marking the fourth time the dealership has been recognized by the industry-leading review site. The Crown Automotive Group dealership also earned its third consecutive DealerRater Consumer Satisfaction Award. - July 24, 2017 - Crown Automotive
Launching JustAutoValue.com – A Revolutionary 30-Second Auto Valuation
Homequant, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch JustAutoValue.com, a revolutionary 30-Second Pre-owned Auto Valuation Solution. The internal algorithm of JustAutoValue.com can be applied to a lone vehicle or en masse to produce excellent "Quick Look" values – from Older to... - July 22, 2017 - Homequant
Castle Placement Named Exclusive Placement Agent for $25 Million Raise for CarFund
CarFund announced today that it has engaged Castle Placement as its exclusive placement agent to raise $25 million of capital. The proceeds will be used to launch CarFund’s unique online auto dealership, and fund vehicle inventory. Based in New York and Los Angeles, CarFund will use its... - July 19, 2017 - Castle Placement
Iran Recognizes Women's Rights and Opens Motorcycle Track to Female Riders
After decades of banning women from riding motorbikes in public, Iran will finally allow women to race on a public track. - July 17, 2017 - Tavak Partners
Festivals of Speed Expands Into Georgia with Inaugural Alpharetta Event. 150+ Exotic Cars and Motorcycles Set for Display.
The inaugural Festivals of Speed at Avalon in Alpharetta, Georgia is set for Sunday, October 8th Over 150+ exotic cars and motorcycles are expected for display on the boulevard. Automotive manufacturer Ferrari which is celebrating a 70-year anniversary will be a featured marque. In addition, the Porsche 928 model which also has it’s 40-year anniversary will be spotlighted as well. - July 17, 2017 - Festivals of Speed
DealerEFX Announces Release of Enterprise Template Manager (ETM) and Expansion Into Customer Lifecycle Email Communications Template Management Services for Dealers
DealerEFX Releases Enterprise Template Manager (ETM), a Cutting-edge Email Template Quality Assurance Program for Dealership Sales Operations and Announces an Expansion Into Customer Lifecycle Email Communications Template Management Services - July 16, 2017 - DealerEFX
StipTrac.com to Reduce Stress Level for Car Dealerships Across the U.S.
Innovative Lending Solutions, LLC is excited to announce their latest software program Stip Trac. It is the first ever Automotive Loan Management System specifically designed for automotive dealerships that will assist dealers in tracking cashflow, collecting necessary loan documents, also known as... - July 15, 2017 - Innovative Lending Solutions
1959 Edsel Ranger Available at American Classic Car Sales in Sarasota, Florida
Edsel Gets the Last Laugh - July 13, 2017 - American Classic Car Sales
Viking Bond Service, Inc. Executive Vice President Thomas C. Buckner Attends NASBP Annual Meeting
The Vice President of Viking Bond Service, Inc., a provider of license surety bonds to Florida motor vehicle dealers, Thomas C. Buckner recently attended the National Association of Surety Bond Producers 2017 Annual Meeting. - July 12, 2017 - Viking Bond Service, Inc.
Axalta Exhibits Wood Coating Portfolio at AWFS Fair in Las Vegas
NASCAR Champion Dale Earnhardt Jr. Will Greet Attendees and Sign Autographs - July 12, 2017 - Axalta Coating Systems – North America Industrial
Zyleck Launches Lymousine, a New Ride Scheduling Platform That Brings Driver Utilization Optimization to the Ride Sharing and Last Mile Package Delivery Business Models
Zyleck Technologies, Inc. (Zyleck), an Atlanta, Georgia-based Transport Network Company (TNC), announced today the Beta launch of Lymousine, its ride scheduling and last mile package delivery platform that is underpinned by a Doctoral thesis and patent pending technology. Built on Microsoft Azure, the Lymousine platform enables as much as a 30% improvement in driver utilization rates to make ride sharing and last mile package delivery more efficient, cost effective, and predictive. - July 10, 2017 - Zyleck
A123 Systems Completes $5M Equity Investment in Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Wildcat Discovery Technologies, Inc., recently completed an $8M Series B funding round, led by a $5M investment from A123 Systems and their parent company Wanxiang. A123 also signed a multi-year joint development agreement with Wildcat targeting next generation materials. - July 10, 2017 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Badger Truck Center Celebrates Being Region’s Top Dealer for Medium Duty, Super Duty and Overall Commercial Sales at Summerfest
Badger Truck Center, a family owned commercial truck dealership, celebrated being the Top Dealer for Medium Duty, Super Duty and Commercial Truck Sales at the world’s largest music festival. Badger Truck Center specializes in the sale of commercial trucks throughout southeastern Wisconsin. - July 06, 2017 - Badger Truck Center
Uber Rare Factory PORSCHE 993 Series GT2 Evo, 1 of Only 11 Produced to Tour with Festivals of Speed
A highly sought after and very rare 993 series PORSCHE GT2 EVO will be going on tour with the Festivals of Speed this summer and throughout the 2017-2018 season. The car which was produced by the PORSCHE factory and is just one of eleven made features a twin turbocharged 3.6L flat-6 engine factory rated at 600 HP with 490 ft. lbs. torque. The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. - July 03, 2017 - Festivals of Speed
CrowdReviews.com Partnered with Reed Expo to Announce: Drive for Light-Weight Construction Shapes Aluminium China 2017
2017 marks a key year for aluminium, with China’s 13th Five-Year Plan putting the emphasis on the development of light-weight vehicles and the implementation of policies to encourage the auto industry to deliver greater energy efficiency and low emissions. With lighter manufacturing becoming... - July 03, 2017 - topseos.com
Festivals of Speed Returns to the Diplomat Golf & Tennis Club with 400+ Exotic Cars; Featured Marque is Ferrari Celebrating 70-Year Anniversary
The second annual Festivals of Speed is set to return to the Diplomat Golf & Tennis Club on Sunday, November 12th. Automotive manufacturer Ferrari which is celebrating a 70-year anniversary will be featured. In addition, the Porsche 928 model which also has it’s 40-year anniversary will be spotlighted. - June 29, 2017 - Festivals of Speed
PINC Named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s SDCE 100 Top Supply Chain Projects for 2017
PINC awarded for driving bottom-line value to its customers. - June 28, 2017 - PINC
Electra Meccanica Announces Listing on the OTCQB Market
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp. announced today that its common stock has been approved for trading on the OTCQB market under the symbol “ECCTF.” - June 26, 2017 - Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corporation
World Renown Automotive Artist Alfredo De La Maria Signs Deal to Distribute Artwork Through the Festivals of Speed Luxury Lifestyle Events
Internationally known automotive artist Alfredo De La Maria has partnered with Festivals of Speed, a luxury Lifestyle automotive event to distribute a portion of his original paintings and limited edition prints on paper and canvas. The artwork features historically accurate portrayals of automotive races over the last 70 years in an impressionistic, yet detailed style. - June 26, 2017 - Festivals of Speed
Crown Eurocars of St. Petersburg Earns Third Consecutive DealerRater Consumer Satisfaction Award, Second Consecutive Edmunds 5-Star Dealer Award
St. Petersburg-based Crown Eurocars was recently honored with two prestigious customer service accolades by leading dealership review sites: DealerRater.com and Edmunds.com. The Crown Automotive Group dealership earned its third consecutive Consumer Satisfaction Award, and it’s second consecutive Edmunds 5-Star Dealer Award. - June 26, 2017 - Crown Automotive