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RepairPal Mobile 2.0 for iPhone Now Available
EMERYVILLE, Calif. — RepairPal, the leading consumer online destination for auto repair and maintenance information, has announced a significant update to its mobile app for iPhone users. RepairPal Mobile 2.0 includes the same noteworthy featu
Oct 31, 2011
AAIA Video Shows Aftermarket’s Efforts to Protect the Environment
BETHESDA, Md. — A new video developed by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) features the aftermarket’s widespread efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle in order to protect the environment. The video, AAIA Green, is des
Oct 31, 2011
SEMA: Performance Comes in All Sizes and Forms at Chevrolet
LAS VEGAS – As Chevrolet marks its first 100 years, its performance legacy is on display at the SEMA Show – the annual extravaganza of automotive high-performance, styling and personalization. A collection of Chevy’s new small cars and iconic
Oct 29, 2011
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AutoNation Reports Parts and Service Revenue Increased 2%
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – AutoNation, Inc., America’s largest automotive retailer, today reported 2011 third quarter net income from continuing operations of $71 million, or $0.48 per share, compared to net income from continuing operations of
Oct 28, 2011
Chrysler Group LLC Gears Up for 2011 SEMA Show
Auburn Hills, Mich. – Chrysler Group LLC will have a major presence at next week’s 2011 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. Company’s 28,400-sq.-ft. exhibit to showcase more than 30 “Moparized” Chrysler Gro
Oct 28, 2011
Survey: Younger Automobile Buyers Not as Brand Loyal as Older Counterparts
New York – During the past decade, automobile manufacturers have experienced a steady decline in customer loyalty for specific brands. This change signals the need for a new approach to marketing automobiles in the future according to a new survey
Oct 27, 2011
Ford’s New MyKey Do Not Disturb Technology Helps Teens Stay Connected to Driving, Not the Phone
DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford will become the first automaker to allow parents to block their teens from receiving phone calls and deter text messages while driving with a new MyKey® Do Not Disturb technology that launches on the Ford Explorer in
Oct 27, 2011
Lincoln Luxury Models to Include Pandora
OAKLAND, Calif. — Pandora (NYSE: P), the leading personalized radio service, is now a standard feature on three popular luxury Lincoln models: the MKZ, MKZ Hybrid and the Navigator. The vehicles arrived on dealer lots inSeptember 2011. Linco
Oct 26, 2011
Asbury New Vehicle Gross Profit Increased 12%
DULUTH, Ga. — Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG), one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., today reported adjusted income from continuing operations for the third quarter 2011 of $14.3 million, or $0.44 per
Oct 26, 2011