July 2019

Jeremy Renner debuts new music, stars in new Jeep advertising

(July 11, 2019)  LOS ANGELES — Actor, singer-songwriter and musician Jeremy Renner is starring in a new Jeep brand television campaign that includes three all-new music tracks from the artist: “Main Attraction,” “Nomad” and “Sign.” The “Summer of Jeep” campaign broke across TV, digital and social channels Wednesday, July 10.
 

Bentley reimagines Grand Touring for the future in EXP 100 GT concept

(July 11, 2019) Crewe, England — Bentley Motors celebrated its 100th birthday this week by unveiling its vision of the future of luxury mobility at the home of Bentley in Crewe. The Bentley EXP 100 GT is a physical embodiment of the future Bentley brand, reimagining Grand Touring for the future.

Beyond mere mobility, the Bentley EXP 100 GT concept car will enhance the owner’s Grand Touring experience, whether driving or being driven autonomously.

A Bird at rest



This 1964/65 Ford Thunderbird was found in a yard full of old used-up cars on Route 66. We have for years thought the fourth-generation (1964-1966) the best designed four-place Bird. Its squared-off look moved away from earlier Thunderbirds. 
(Photo by Jim Prueter)

Petersen Automotive Museum to pay tribute to 'Father of the Corvette'

(July 10, 2019) LOS ANGELES — The Petersen Automotive Museum will host two days of special events celebrating the life and accomplishments of former Chevrolet chief engineer, race driver and “Father of the Corvette” Zora Arkus-Duntov. The two-day celebration will feature several high-profile events including a VIP reception, exclusive Corvette rally event, Corvette cruise-in and a special panel discussion on the history and future of the Chevrolet Corvette.

Ford recalls 58,000 Focus vehicles for engine issue

(July 10, 2019) DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford has issued a safety recall on select 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles equipped with 2.0-liter GDI engines and 2013-14 Focus ST vehicles equipped with 2.0-liter GTDI engines. The powertrain control module software used to service these vehicles in accordance with safety recall 18S32 was incomplete.

Jason Bateman new Voice of Hyundai in traditional digital advertising

(July 10, 2019) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — Audiences of Hyundai’s advertising in the U.S. will have a new and recognizable voice as actor, director, and producer Jason Bateman will provide the voice- overs for its national traditional and digital advertising. Jason’s voice-over work with Hyundai started this past weekend with a new brand campaign that communicates the company’s “Better Drives Us” positioning.

Renee Brinkerhoff and her Valkyrie racing team complete 36-day rally

(July 10, 2019) PARIS — Colorado-based endurance rally racer Renee Brinkerhoff of Valkyrie Racing may have been one of only four women, in a field of more than 100 entrants, to participate in and complete the grueling 36-day Peking-to-Paris Motor Challenge2019,  but she was also the ONLY competitor to lead a separate charge through four countries that spread the word to stop human trafficking worldwide.

Mini Cooper SE gets electrified with 181 horsepower

(July 10, 2019) MUNICH, Germany —Pure electric drive can now be experienced in Mini style with the new Mini Cooper SE that combines sustainable mobility with the driving fun, expressive design and premium quality that are typical of Mini vehicles. Mini says that the spontaneous power delivery of its 135 kW/181-horsepower with 199 pound-feet of torque motor, the brand-specific front-wheel drive, and the innovative driving dynamics system with wheel slip limiting close to the actuator, give the new Mini Cooper SE a particularly intense and unmistakable agility, known as the go-kart feeling.

Bike-to-bike communications possible with new BMW system

(July  9, 2019) MUNICH, Germany — BMW Motorrad has simplified wireless communication between motorcyclists with two new products. The new Fit-for-All communication system can be integrated into virtually any helmet. Connecting this up to the new Bike-to-Bike communication module also allows group communication with other motorcyclists.

Video clip celebrates worldwide debut of new Hyundai SUV — The Venue

(July 9, 2019) SEOUL, South Korea — Hyundai today released a blockbuster video advert that marks the global debut of its newest entry sports utility vehicle, the Venue. Designed to win the hearts of millennials and young consumers with its “urban vibes” concept, the video highlights Venue’s youthful, attractive appeal and urbane identity that are well suited for the city lifestyle.