CHARLOTTE, Mich., April 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Spartan Emergency Response (“Spartan” or “Spartan ER”), a business unit of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR), will launch an enhanced Advanced Protection System (APS) at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) International, April 23 – 28, at the Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Additions to… Continue reading Spartan Motors To Reveal New Technology Enhancements To Its Spartan Advanced Protection System® At FDIC International
Author: PR Newswire Online News
Toyota and Lexus to Launch Technology to Connect Vehicles and Infrastructure in the U.S. in 2021
PLANO, Texas, April 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Imagine a world where vehicles could ‘talk’ to each other and to the surrounding environment to help keep their drivers and their passengers safe. Toyota and Lexus want to advance that conversation, which is why the companies plan to start deployment of Dedicated Short-Range Communications (DSRC) systems on vehicles… Continue reading Toyota and Lexus to Launch Technology to Connect Vehicles and Infrastructure in the U.S. in 2021
Group 1 Automotive Expands Presence in Brazil
HOUSTON, April 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI), (“Group 1” or the “Company”), an international, Fortune 500 automotive retailer, today announced the acquisition of a new Toyota market area in western São Paulo, Brazil as well as a major expansion to an existing Honda dealership located in the São Paulo suburb of São Bernardo do… Continue reading Group 1 Automotive Expands Presence in Brazil
Ally and Fair Announce Strategic Alliance
DETROIT, April 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Ally Financial Inc. and Fair today announced a strategic relationship in which Fair will use Ally’s SmartAuction as a remarketing solution for its returned cars, and offer consumers flexible car financing powered by Ally’s Clearlane program. Under the agreement, vehicles returned to Fair as a result of a customer exiting… Continue reading Ally and Fair Announce Strategic Alliance
Kia Motors America Announces Organizational Change
IRVINE, Calif., April 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Michael Sprague, chief operating officer and executive vice president, has announced his intent to leave Kia Motors America (KMA) to pursue new opportunities, effective April 17, 2018. KMA has not yet appointed his successor. During his nine years at KMA, Sprague launched many new vehicles, including the Kia Soul,… Continue reading Kia Motors America Announces Organizational Change
Mobiliti Launches Dealer-Centric Vehicle Subscription Service
DETROIT, April 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Mobiliti, a new Detroit-based vehicle subscription service, is partnering with dealers to help them compete in the changing ownership landscape. Through Mobiliti’s dealer partners, consumers will have simple, flexible and cost- effective month-to-month access to a wide variety of vehicle makes and models. For a monthly fee, starting at $549,… Continue reading Mobiliti Launches Dealer-Centric Vehicle Subscription Service
Dieter Zetsche at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting: “At Daimler, we take advantage of the opportunities that arise from change. That’s why we occupy the top spot today.”
BERLIN, April 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — 2017 was the most successful year in the company’s history Daimler is undergoing the greatest transformation in its history with a focus on five strategic areas Shareholders vote on highest-ever dividend of €3.65 per share to date Changes in the Supervisory Board “Daimler AG mastered many challenges extremely well… Continue reading Dieter Zetsche at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting: “At Daimler, we take advantage of the opportunities that arise from change. That’s why we occupy the top spot today.”
Hyundai Motor America Reports March 2018 Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor America reported March sales of Hyundai- and Genesis-branded vehicles of 61,540 units, an 11 percent decline in comparison with March 2017. Sales were paced by the best SUV sales month in company history, cracking 25,000 units for the first time and up 25 percent over… Continue reading Hyundai Motor America Reports March 2018 Sales
Kia Motors America Announces March Sales
IRVINE, Calif., April 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Kia Motors America today announced March sales of 50,645 vehicles, a 2.5-percent increase over the same period last year. The month was highlighted by best-ever March sales of the Sportage CUV, which were up more than 41-percent over the same period last year. In addition, four other Kia models… Continue reading Kia Motors America Announces March Sales
American Honda Posts March Sales Increase as Balanced Sales of Cars and Trucks Propel Honda and Acura
TORRANCE, Calif., April 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — “Honda’s deep truck lineup helped the brand to a new March record, while Honda cars continue to pull their weight despite current market forces,” said Henio Arcangeli, Jr., senior vice president of the Automobile Division & general manager of Honda Sales. “The Acura brand delivered another strong sales… Continue reading American Honda Posts March Sales Increase as Balanced Sales of Cars and Trucks Propel Honda and Acura