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0% APR Financing Extended at Fort Myers Toyota
Fort Myers Toyota, “The Family Store” has just been informed that 0% APR on select models has been extended through Labor Day. - September 03, 2009 - Ft. Myers Toyota
NAFA's Alabama Chapter Presents 4th Annual Southern Regional Conference
NAFA's Alabama Chapter presents the 4th Annual Southern Regional Conference this October. The conference is a must for fleet managers within the region with presentations on such topics as service level agreements, customer satisfaction programs, accident avoidance, 2010 diesel emission standards, and the benefits of SCR. - September 03, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Why is Panda America, a World-Famous Coin Dealer, Selling Minis (the Car)?
Panda America, one of the largest coin companies in America, had sales of over 25 million dollars last year. This Southern California company--that sells Pandas (gold coins from China), Libertads (silver coins from Mexico), and American Eagle gold coins--is now selling silver Minis from Great Britain. - September 02, 2009 - Panda America
Car Lease Stability Program Offered by Florida Based Car Lease Transfer Company
SwitchTrader.com, the Florida based national online car lease transfer marketplace with the tag line “America’s Lease Transfer Marketplace” has rolled out its "SwitchTrader Car Lease Stability Program" designed to help American families cut their bills by giving them the... - September 01, 2009 - SwitchTrader.com
Alternative Motors Appoints Kenneth Stoner to Board of Directors
Alternative Motors, Inc. today announced the appointment of Mr. Kenneth Stoner to its Board of Directors. Mr. Stoner currently practices securities law representing start-up, development stage and mature companies at Zrenda Law Firm based in Oklahoma City, OK. Mr. Stoner began his legal career as... - August 31, 2009 - Alternative Motors, Inc.
Saturn Provides 2009 Black Aura Hybrid for U.S. Rep. David Price’s Wake Tech Community College Tour
Bill Shotwell, general manager and owner of Saturn of Raleigh (www.saturnofraleigh.com) and Saturn of Cary (www.saturnofcary.com), has announced that the dealerships provided a 2009 black Aura Hybrid to Wake Tech Community College on Aug. 27 for U.S. Rep. David Price’s tour of the... - August 30, 2009 - Saturn of Raleigh
China Business Handbook Now Available from U. S. Commercial Service & Dezan Shira; Free Download to China Briefing Subscribers
The China Business Handbook, a resource guide for conducting business in the People’s Republic of China, has been published by the U.S. Commercial Service in association with Dezan Shira & Associates, Inc. The China Business Handbook provides a general overview to successfully doing... - August 26, 2009 - Dezan Shira & Associates
Apollo and CanaDream Partnership
Apollo Motorhome Holidays and CanaDream announced today that they were partnering in the Canadian RV rental market. CanaDream is a well known and market leading RV rentals operator in Canada. Started in 1995 as a private company, CanaDream went public in 1998. It has rental locations across Canada... - August 26, 2009 - Apollo Motorhomes
CarBizOnline.com Announces Launch of Brand New Website for Automotive Dealers and Vendors
CarBizOnline.com today announced the official launch of it's brand new website, http://www.carbizonline.com . The site is an Internet resource and interactive community for Automotive Dealers and Automotive Vendors. Founded by Jason Breck, the mission of CarBizOnline.com is to provide automotive... - August 26, 2009 - CarBizOnline.com
DiscountACparts.com Adds Auto AC Accessories to Its Inventory
DiscountACparts.com now carries car AC accessories to go along with car air conditioning compressors – making it a one-stop-shop for Everything A/C. - August 26, 2009 - Discount AC Parts
Online Locksmith Directory Reaches 50,000 Locksmiths, Launches Recommendations to Help Consumers Find Reputable Locksmiths
www.findLocks.com (A FindCo, LLC website) has become the most comprehensive Online Locksmith Directory on the web with over 50,000 Locksmiths. - August 25, 2009 - FindCo, LLC
California Tow Truck Association Applauds Decision of City Council to Stay Out of Vehicle Storage Business
The California Tow Truck Association (CTTA) applauds the San Bernardino City Council members who unanimously voted to reject the proposal presented by the San Bernardino Police Department to create a city run impound yard on Monday, August 17, 2009. According to an article in the Contra Costa... - August 24, 2009 - California Tow Truck Association
Alternative Motors Hires Gerald Koslow as Chief Financial Officer
Alternative Motors, Inc. has announced the recent hiring of Gerald (Jerry) Koslow as its Chief Financial Officer. - August 24, 2009 - Alternative Motors, Inc.
Santiago Chopper Has Designed a New Trike Differential Axle for Their Trike Conversion Kits
Recently Santiago Chopper Specialties has upgraded their original trike axle by constructing a completely 100% American made light weight aluminum differential axle. Focusing on the fact that the US economy needs more internal jobs and less out sourced to china. - August 22, 2009 - Santiago Chopper
Local Superior Chevy Dealership First in Cincinnati to Make the Switch
Superior Chevy on West Mitchell Avenue Becomes Superior Kia in Early September. - August 22, 2009 - Superior Automotive Group
Saturn of Cary Recognized as One of Nation’s Top Saturn Dealerships
Bill Musgrave, Bill Shotwell, Randy Gilmore and Dave Brown, owners of Saturn of Cary (www.saturnofcary.com), have announced that the dealership received the 2009 Summit Award, Saturn’s highest national award that recognizes the best of the best among Saturn dealerships based on customer... - August 22, 2009 - Saturn of Raleigh
3M Flexible Carbon Fiber for Automobiles
3M Carbon Fiber vinyl looks like the real thing but is less expensive. - August 21, 2009 - Interior Design Solutions
Dr. Gas Exhaust Introduces a New NASCAR X-Pipe System
Dr. Gas Exhaust is proud to introduce an all-new X-Pipe System. This is a free-flowing, new design that will ultimately replace the Dr. Gas Exhaust single side-exit X system(SEX). Dr. Gas Exhaust has spent numerous hours researching and developing this new design to optimize it's flow while also... - August 21, 2009 - Dr. Gas Exhaust
NAFA Revs Up Fleet Education in Motor City
NAFA Fleet Management Association will hold a Fleet Management Seminar (FMS) and Advanced Fleet Management Seminar (AFMS) in Detroit, Michigan in October. - August 21, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Official Launch of Tyrepac Malaysia
Tyrepac has officially launched in Malaysia, marking a significant step in Tyrepac's expansion across the region. - August 21, 2009 - Tyrepac Pte Ltd
Tuffy is Your Home for Back-to-School Savings
Free Back-to-School Maintenance Inspection Keeps Student Drivers on the Road. - August 20, 2009 - Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Centers
Rolling Rims - New England’s First Mobile Tire Store & Changing Service
Rolling Rims is reportedly the first truly comprehensive one-stop tire shop on the east coast, where the tires are brought to you, mounted and balanced – wherever you are. - August 18, 2009 - Rolling Rims
N.C. Man Drives to NPB to Trade in Clunker
Car buyer travels from North Carolina to N Palm Beach to trade in Clunker due to Earl Stewart Toyota's No Dealer Fee Policy -- other local car dealers now dropping dealer fees, too, after Stewart challenge. - August 16, 2009 - Earl Stewart Toyota & Scion of North Palm Beach
Hybrid Car News and Reviews Joins Largest Hybrid Network
Hybrid Kingdom Now Includes 50 Hybrid Vehicle Related Websites - August 15, 2009 - Hybrid Kingdom
Scorpion Performance Drivers Coughlin and Blair Win Again
Scorpion Performance, Inc.(http://www.scorpionperformance.com), an American manufacturer of precision parts for high performance engines, congratulates NMCA Edelbrock Drag Racing drivers Troy Coughlin and Jim Blair for winning again at what has been dubbed the All Star Nationals this past weekend... - August 15, 2009 - scorpionperformance.com
SCM Creates Army of Collector Car Tweeters in Monterey
Sports Car Market magazine invites all collector car enthusiasts to report on events throughout Monterey on Twitter. - August 14, 2009 - Sports Car Market
Latest ViziSense Data Shows Gaadi.com as No. 2 Indian Automobile Portal
Gaadi.com has reached the No. 2 Auto Portal spot according to traffic and demographic measurement tool Vizisense. ViziSense data for the month of July, shows Carwale.com, the leading Indian auto portal at 400,000 uniques per month, and Gaadi.com at 182,000 uniques per month. Team-BHP.com, an... - August 14, 2009 - Accentium Web Pvt Ltd
BMW of Greenwich Calls on Single Throw Internet Marketing to Develop New Website
Connecticut BMW dealership, BMW of Greenwich, has called on Single Throw Internet Marketing to develop a new website. The dealership hopes to translate a positive dealership attitude focused on customer service into a matching online personality. - August 13, 2009 - Single Throw Internet Marketing
VehicleXpress DMS Integrates with Ebay Motors, Cars.com and Autotrader
PowersportsXpress Management LLC announces it has completed integrations with eBay Motors, Cars.com and Autotrader allowing the VehicleXpress DMS dealer base to upload inventory to these highly searched sites. With the rising use of the internet as a vehicle search tool, and increasingly, an... - August 13, 2009 - Premier Internet Comminications, Inc.
The Newest Infiniti Location in America is Open for Business in Fort Myers
Infiniti of Fort Myers has officially opened their doors for business at 14990 Tamiami Trail. Using their central location to their advantage, Infiniti of Fort Myers is putting customers first and serving the entire Gulf Coast region from Sarasota to Marco Island. The highly trained Infiniti... - August 12, 2009 - Infiniti of Fort Myers
Anchor Vans Enjoys Huge Success Following Launch of Ford Approved Repairs, Ford Warranties and Vehicle Servicing for Cars and Vans in Berkshire
Anchor Vans, Berkshire's leading used van vendor, has achieved Ford approved repairer and service agent status, alleviating the shortage of Ford approved servicing agents in the Reading area - August 12, 2009 - Anchor Vans
NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to Represent Automotive Accessory
Jay W., a California-based inventor, has designated South Florida invention assistance firm NewProductHelp.com to represent his Dent Stop concept to industry. A simple yet highly effective new product sure to resonate with anyone who has ever found an unexpected dent in their vehicle, the Dent Stop... - August 10, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
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
Saturn of Raleigh and Saturn of Cary Sponsor Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek
Bill Shotwell, general manager and owner of Saturn of Raleigh (www.saturnofraleigh.com) and Saturn of Cary (www.saturnofcary.com), has announced that the car dealerships are sponsoring the summer concert series at Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek, located at 3801 Rock Quarry Road. - August 08, 2009 - Saturn of Raleigh
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
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
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
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