March 2013

2014 Buick Regal infused with new technology, all-wheel drive

(March 26, 2013) NEW YORK — Buick revealed the new 2014 Regal today, designed to be a sportier and smarter evolution of the brand’s dynamic midsize sedan. New purposeful technologies enhance safety and the driving experience with a more refined turbo engine – along with the introduction of all-wheel drive.

Ford leads in corporate and brand loyalty in fourth quarter 2012

(March 26, 2013) SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Experian Automotive today announced that in the fourth quarter 2012, Ford took the top spot in corporate loyalty for the first time since the fourth quarter 2011. During the Q4 2012 time period, 47.9 percent of the customers who own a Ford vehicle returned to buy another Ford or Lincoln vehicle.

30 donated Nissan NV2500 ambulances part Mexico City ceremony

(March 26, 2013) MEXICO CITY — Nissan was an important participant during the opening ceremony of the annual Mexican Red Cross Collection 2013, with 30 NV2500 units converted into ambulances that will offer support to people in need in Mexico.

During the ceremony Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto turned on the siren of a Nissan NV2500 ambulance to signal the start of the 2013 collection and to celebrate the donation of these new ambulances.

Lexus Introduces third-generation IS sport sedan

(March 26, 2013) AUSTIN, Texas — Lexus has introduced the third-generation 2014 IS sport sedan, with a bold design highlighted by the new dynamic signature spindle grille and for the first time separated LED Daytime Running Lights. A combination of “aggressive elegance,” a more powerful road presence and a stronger brand identity help make the new IS models more alluring than ever.

Buick Introduces the new 2014 LaCrosse

(March 25, 2013) NEW YORK — Buick today introduced the new 2014 LaCrosse, the evolution of the landmark luxury sedan that established the brand’s modern sedan lineup with design leadership and technological innovation. The full-size LaCrosse offers new interior and exterior design cues, advanced safety technologies and enhanced in-vehicle connectivity.

Britain's first 100 mph car celebrates centenary

(March 25, 2013) LUTON, UK — The Vauxhall 30-98, one of the greatest sports cars of the 20th century and the first to top 100 mph in production form, is marking its centenary in style this May, when almost 50 surviving examples attempt the Waddington Fell hill climb, site of the car’s first appearance and competition success in 1913.

Chrysler fastest growing manufacturer in California for second year

(March 25, 2013) IRVINE, Calif. — Chrysler Group's continued focus on the California market is paying dividends as it was the fastest-growing manufacturer in the state in 2012 with retail sales up 50 percent.

Chrysler Group volume increased 50 percent to 77,266 registrations in California in 2012, up from 51,517 registrations in 2011. In comparison, industry sales in California last year grew by only 26 percent.

Cadillac ‘CUEs’ up tablet-like customization

(March 25, 2013) DETROIT — Like many of today’s smart phones and tablets, a deep dive into Cadillac’s CUE in-vehicle user experience reveals customized conveniences and advanced features that enable user-created shortcuts to their favorite infotainment features.

From accurately guessing an intended destination to aggregating music playlists, CUE’s customizable approach to working a vehicle’s traditional audio and navigation features allow settings to be tailored to specific tastes.

Volvo introduces powerful new heavy-haul tractor

(March 24, 2013) A new heavy-haul tractor with a 13-liter engine running on liquefied natural gas, the introduction of Volvo I-Shift as standard throughout the product range, and services that boost uptime. These are some of the new features that Volvo Trucks in North America is now presenting at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, Ky.

Honda installs stationary fuel cell system producing clean energy

(March 24, 2013) TORRANCE, Calif. — Continuing its efforts to reduce the environmental footprint of its operations, American Honda has announced the installation of a new fuel cell system on its Torrance, Calif.,campus that will produce one megawatt of clean, reliable energy, and significantly reduce CO2 emissions from Honda's operations in the region.