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Louisiana Honda Dealers Announce Free Gas for a Month Giveaway on Their Facebook Page
Louisiana Honda Dealers launch a Free Gas for a Month giveaway on their Facebook page, http://www.louisianahondadealers.com/facebook-giveaway/ - August 28, 2014 - Louisiana Honda Dealers
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Introduction of Safe Key Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common problem related to keeping track of one’s keys, the Safe Key, has been developed by Shatora Everett of Richmond, Virginia. The invention's unique design helps insure that its users always have access to their car keys. The... - August 28, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Tabbed as Official Representative for Gazoogie Wiper Blade Invention
Jeff T., Massachusetts-based inventor, recently contracted invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Gazoogie Wiper Blade invention to potential licensees over the next 2 years. An innovative new product designed to serve a highly functional and valuable improvement on an... - August 27, 2014 - New Product Help, Inc.
Team Toyota Auto Group Shares Credit for Their Recent Success with Driving Loyalty, LLC
The June 2014 edition of AutoSuccess Magazine featured a cover story about Team Toyota's retention strategy that added $3 million to their bottom line. Kevin Stroble, the GM of Team Toyota shared credit for their success with Driving Loyalty and their automated database marketing platform. - August 27, 2014 - Driving Loyalty
Developers of the Industry’s First Data Driven Marketing Engine Receives Multi Dealer Satisfaction
Live Marketing, a new automotive forefront player in the data space, concerning DMS data mining, has been in development of a brilliant strategy to use multi-channel media to help roadmap the process of revitalizing customers in dealer data base to engage and drive buyers back into the showroom. - August 27, 2014 - Live Marketing
Opus Bilprovning Builds Custom, Comprehensive System for Forecasting, Sales and Revenue Planning with Anaplan
Anaplan’s cloud-based platform selected by Sweden’s leading vehicle inspection company for deeper insights on financial, operational data. - August 20, 2014 - Anaplan
Viewpoints Industry TV to Report on Driverless Cars on an Upcoming Segment
Viewpoints Industry TV will examine the acceptance of a technology that is not even available in the showroom yet. - August 17, 2014 - Viewpoints Industry TV
Mobile Safety Accessories Introduces: the Witness 1080p DVR Rear View Mirror
Mobile Safety Accessories of Michigan the Premier provider of aftermarket rear view mirror technology, have introduced an exciting new product. A back up camera enabled rear view mirror, with a 1080p drive camera built into the back of the mirror. - August 17, 2014 - Mobile Safety Accessories
Driving Loyalty Launches Their New B2C and B2B Social Marketing Initiative at Autocon 2014 “Dealer Generated Conference”
Driving Loyalty will be launching their newly announced B2B and B2C Social Marketing Initiative at Autocon 2014. The self described "Dealer Generated Conference" is being held in Las Vegas at The Aria Resort and Casino September, 03rd through September 05th, 2014. - August 14, 2014 - Driving Loyalty
RAD is Proud to Unveil the Beast™ Supercar to the Automotive World
Beast by RAD is the ultimate in brutal power and performance. The RAD Beast achieves 0-60 MPH in 2.7 seconds. The RAD Beast is the ultimate roadster designed and manufactured under the direction of Ferris Rezvani. - August 13, 2014 - Rezvani Motors
Thermal Control Products Completes ISO Surveillance Audit
Thermal Control Products is happy to announce they have completed their first Surveillance Audit as of July 31st. An independent Quality Systems registrar reviewed TCP’s Quality Management Systems and found it complies with the international ISO 9001:2008 standards. The auditor found Thermal... - August 13, 2014 - Thermal Control Products
autojunction.in Online Partner at Exide Rotary Car Rally for the Blind 2014
India’s leading automotive portal, www.autojunction.in, a unit of mjunction services limited, joined the Exide Rotary Car Rally for the Blind 2014 as an online partner for the event. The event, held on July 27 in Kolkata, was presented by the Rotary Club of India Midtown in partnership with Just Sportz, Global Turnstone and Ramakrishna Mission Blind Boys Academy. - August 12, 2014 - autojunction.in
Car Hire Labs Goes After Korean and Japanese Car Rental Markets
Car Hire Labs has opened its phone lines to Korean and Japanese customers, offering a dedicated team of customer service and sales support that are native Korean and Japanese speakers.The new team will compliment Car Hire Labs website which already offers customers a Japanese and Korean translation. - August 11, 2014 - Car Hire Labs
CURT’s TriFlex Brake Control Provides Peace-of-Mind Towing
Triple-Axis Control is Compact in Design, Packed with Features - August 08, 2014 - CURT Manufacturing
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Official Marketing Representative for James Conveyer Invention
An innovative new product designed to greatly simplify a common task related to pick-up trucks, the James Conveyer, has been developed by James Carr of Lambertville, New Jersey. The invention's unique design enables its users to unload items from a truck bed with minimal effort and exertion. The... - August 08, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Kansas City, HappyBottoms.org Big $500 Winner from Woody's Automotive Group's Monthly Facebook Charity Contest
Woody's is honored to congratulate HappyBottoms.org for receiving enough Facebook votes to win the charity of the month contest sponsored by Woody's Automotive Group with locations in Kansas City, KS and Chillicothe, MO. - August 07, 2014 - Woody's Automotive Group
Driving Loyalty Joins Auto Industry Vendors and Auto Dealers in Support of Autocon 2014 Winning Market Share with Their "Dealer Generated Conference"
Driving Loyalty has joined a growing number of auto industry vendors supporting and exhibiting at Autocon 2014. This dealer centric conference has a unique roster of auto dealer speakers and session hosts vs. the typical vendors featured at other auto industry conferences. - August 07, 2014 - Driving Loyalty
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Marketing and Licensing Contact for Electric Handling Gear Invention
An innovative new product designed to provide an important benefit to those who raise and lower the landing gear of trailers, the Electric Handling Gear, has been developed by Clyde McKinney, Sr. of Los Angeles, California. The invention's unique design helps insure that the chances for back and... - August 07, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Present Hi-Vis Safety Belt Invention to Potential Licensees in Industry
An innovative new product designed to help enforce an important traffic safety regulation, the Hi-Vis Safety Belt, has been developed by William French of Sand Lake, New York. The invention's unique design enables law enforcement vehicles to clearly see if a passing motorist and their passengers... - August 07, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Dublin Van Rental Specialists National Truck Rental Highlight Commitment to Offering Affordable Pricing and Professional Service
Dublin, Ireland-based van rental company National Truck Rental has recently highlighted their commitment to affordable services with several special offers. The company is following through on their mission to assuring cost-effective pricing by introducing specials such as their Special Weekend... - August 07, 2014 - National Truck Rental
European Tyre Market to Witness Annual Growth of Around 5% in Coming Years, Says TechSci Research
Growing vehicle population, improving economic scenario coupled with emergence of new tyre technologies to augment tyre demand in Europe through 2019. - August 06, 2014 - TechSci Research
Do You Know What's on Your Driving Record? Find Out Instantly.
Keeping your driving record clean can save you time and money, and DrivingRecordsDirect.com makes it easy, convenient, and affordable to access yours quickly. - August 05, 2014 - Driving Records Direct
Dublin Van Hire Leaders National Truck Rental Offering Cost-Effective Rental Vehicle Pricing Through New Special Offer
Dublin-based experts for van hire services, National Truck Rental, has recently announced the company is offering reduced pricing on a range of special offers for their fleet of rental vehicles. The company’s latest special offer will enable customers to hire one of their Mini Mover vehicles... - August 03, 2014 - National Truck Rental
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing of Rafter Signal Invention to Industry
A simple yet innovative new product that serves as a valuable enhancement to a vehicle’s existing collection of signals, the Rafter Signal, has been developed by Wendell G. Rafter of Helena, Montana. The invention's unique design helps to insure that a driver’s intentions with regards... - August 02, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Gary Lang Car Show Helps McHenry County Salvation Army
Gary Lang Auto Group's 17th annual Classic Car Show raised over $1700 for the McHenry County Salvation Army. - August 01, 2014 - Gary Lang Auto Group
GoCars Launches Online Luxury Automotive Site for Dealerships and Buyers
GoCars recently launched its new site giving luxury automotive dealerships and private sellers a chance to liquidate their inventory faster than usual. “I am extremely excited about this venture. I have a great vision of what GoCars will become. The success we have had so far is more than I... - July 30, 2014 - GoCars
India Three Wheeler Market to Grow at Over 5% CAGR During 2014-19, Finds TechSci Research Study
Growing domestic demand coupled with increasing three wheeler exports to boost three wheeler market in India during next five years. - July 30, 2014 - TechSci Research
Forklift Certification Announces Successful New Website Launch
Forkliftcertification.com recently announced the successful launch of the company's all new web site design. - July 29, 2014 - ForkLiftCertification.com
BTO Sports Announces Launch of All New Website
BTO Sports recently launched its new website, which includes a redesign and more streamlined shopping experience. - July 28, 2014 - BTO Sports
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Promotion of Patent Pending Jones Specialized Toll Transponder Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as a functional and useful enhancement to a widely used accessory in automobiles, the Jones Specialized Toll Transponder, has been developed by Eric Jones of North Miami, Florida. The invention's unique design enables its users to leverage today’s... - July 27, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Marketing of Scentius System Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as a highly efficient method of addressing a common need related to a vehicle’s interior, the Scentius System, has been developed by Will A. Tinner of Evansville, Indiana. The invention's unique design makes the maintenance of a fresh interior... - July 26, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Metro Cars, Nationwide Transportation to Show Off Extended Services at GBTA Convention
Metro Cars, Nationwide Transportation will introduce its extended nationwide services at the Global Business Travelers Association Convention in Los Angeles. The company will now offer transportation at destination cities. - July 25, 2014 - Metro Cars
Ontario Parking Systems Ltd. Announces Vertical Pivot Gate for Pedestrian and Traffic Control
Toronto, ON Ontario Parking Systems has announced that they carry top of the line vertical pivot gates for almost any application that requires the control of pedestrians or traffic. Ontario Parking assists customers with choosing the vertical pivot gate that is right for their property and... - July 25, 2014 - Ontario Parking Systems Ltd.
Hungary Tyre Market Set to Cross US$ 600 Million by 2014 Says TechSci Research Report
Availability of cheap and skilled workforce, strategic geopolitical location and sophisticated logistics network continues to position Hungary as a preferred destination for automotive OEMs and investors. - July 25, 2014 - TechSci Research
NAFA Congratulates Chesterfield County, VA's Win of Two NACo Awards
Fleet association's treasurer and trustee Jeffery Jeter accepts on behalf of Chesterfield County. - July 25, 2014 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Innovation Direct™ to Target Potential Licensees on Behalf of Coffman Transportation Safety Device Invention
An innovative and potentially life-saving automotive safety product, the Coffman Transportation Safety Device, has been developed by Gary Coffman of Thorntown, Indiana. The invention's unique design helps insure that an extremely dangerous and pervasive driving practice is prevented. The Coffman... - July 25, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Kia Motors Opens New Showroom in Victoria Island
The second largest automobile manufacturer of South Korea, Kia Motors, launched its latest showroom in Victoria Island of Lagos. This happens to be the biggest car outlet in Nigeria. Kia is all set to impress and increase the demand of African automobile market in 2014. As the brand slogan goes... - July 24, 2014 - Kia Motors Nigeria
2014 President Superyacht Ready to Launch; $100,000 NZD Cash Reward Offered in Sale
President Yachts International, a renowned manufacturer of luxury yachts, announces the completion and availability of its 2014 vessel, the President Sterling 115 Triple Deck Superyacht - a 35-metre motor yacht that features three exceptional living and entertaining levels. As part of the President... - July 23, 2014 - President Yachts International
IIHS's List of Safe Cars for Teens Has a Major Flaw, Says Law Prof John Banzhaf / One Simple Step to Slash High Speed Driving Could Save More Lives Than All Other Tips
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety [IIHS] recently released a list of "safe" cars that parents should buy for teens, and tips for making sure they really are safe, but it failed to disclose one simple step concerned parents can take which would avoid more needless highway deaths among young people than all their other recommendations, says public interest law professor John Banzhaf, who has written extensively on auto safety. - July 23, 2014 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
2013-2014 Dick Hannah’s Strive 2 Drive Winner Drawn on Thursday, July 17, 2014 at WSUV
The 2013-2014 Strive 2 Drive academic initiative came to a close on Thursday, July 17, 2014 at its annual drawing event on the campus of Washington State University Vancouver. Thousands registered, hundreds showed up to the event, but only one did win. The grand prize winner had the option of... - July 23, 2014 - Dick Hannah Dealerships
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed to Represent Smart Headlights Invention Over Next 2 Years
An innovative new product designed to enhance conventional residential and commercial security systems, the Smart Headlights, has been developed by Spencer L. Turknett of Houston, Texas. The invention's unique design helps insure that motorists enjoy and give off maximum visibility while driving in... - July 23, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Marketing of Patent Pending Ipump Glove Invention
A simple yet useful new product designed to effectively address a common health concern, the Ipump Glove, has been developed by Beverly Clayton of Cincinnati, Ohio. The invention's unique design enables it to protect its users from dirt, debris, and disease when performing a number of different... - July 23, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Viewpoints Industry TV to Report on Luxury Cars on an Upcoming Segment
Viewpoints Industry TV will investigate the iconic American luxury car and see how it is doing. - July 21, 2014 - Viewpoints Industry TV
Nissan Dealer El Monte Website Adds Virtual Tour with a Host of Features
Nissan Dealer El Monte has launched a Virtual Tour of their dealership on their website. The new technology available from Google the Internet giant has been put to great use by the premier Nissan Dealer El Monte as it allows users to view cars in their dealership in real time. The Google virtual tour offers a real time view of the dealership just like when you are walking in the Nissan So. Cal dealership’s floor. All the info right at your fingertips and a compelling way to help “move metal!” - July 19, 2014 - Nissan Dealer El Monte
Dealer Engage Launches Dealer Engage 360, Automated Marketing Solution for Automotive Industry
Dealer Engage 360 is an automated solution which allows dealers to reach their clients on different modes of communication with highly personalized services campaigns and targeted promotional messages. - July 18, 2014 - Dealer Engage
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Promotional Campaign for B.E. Reminders Invention
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common concern for motorists, the B.E. Reminders, has been developed by Brian Evans of Roosevelt, New York. The invention's unique design provides its users with a foolproof method of insuring that they do not forget important deadlines... - July 17, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
ADOMANI Adds Industry Expert Jim Reynolds to Its Board of Directors
The Board of Directors for ADOMANI, Inc. announced today the election of Jim Reynolds to its Board. Mr. Reynolds is a 13-year veteran in the school, commercial and transit bus industry, most recently serving as the President and CEO of A-Z Bus Sales of Colton, California. During his time with A-Z,... - July 14, 2014 - ADOMANI
Viewpoints Industry TV to Report on Traffic Gridlock on an Upcoming Segment
Viewpoints Industry TV will examine the reasons for the almost eternal traffic snarl we deal with every day. - July 13, 2014 - Viewpoints Industry TV
500 MANIA Grand Opening
500 MANIA has teamed up with their California counterpart 500 MADNESS to bring you a full service shop for FIATS, Mini Coopers, Smart Cars, and other sports compacts. They are celebrating the grand opening in Miami, Florida on Saturday, July 12th. - July 12, 2014 - 500 MANIA
ABC Auto Shipping Expanding Into New States
ABC Auto Shipping initially only covered California, Arizona, Florida and Georgia. As part of their long term expansion plan, they are now moving into neighboring south and north Carolina, Oregon, Texas, Washington and from Seattle, WA to Anchorage, AK 99507 and vise versa. - July 11, 2014 - ABC Auto Shipping