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NewsFebruary 17, 2009

Valeo, Michelin to Collaborate on Hybrid Vehicle System Development

PARIS, France --- Valeo and Michelin revealed plans to collaborate on development of electric and rechargeable hybrid vehicle systems, including a drive train, tires, and equipment for engine and battery cooling management, climate control, lighting and energy management.

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NewsFebruary 16, 2009

Ford Escape Hybrid, Mercury Mariner Hybrid Win Awards for Overall Value

CHICAGO --- The 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid were named Best Crossover/SUV Value Under $28,000 at the Chicago Auto Show by IntelliChoice.com, a leading source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis.

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NewsFebruary 16, 2009

Ford Escape Hybrid, Mercury Mariner Hybrid Win Awards for Overall Value

CHICAGO --- The 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid were named Best Crossover/SUV Value Under $28,000 at the Chicago Auto Show by IntelliChoice.com, a leading source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis.

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NewsFebruary 13, 2009

ARI Promotes Carlson to Area Sales Manager

MT. LAUREL, NJ – Ken Carlson joined Automotive Resources International in 1998 and has also served as district manager and regional sales manager.

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NewsFebruary 11, 2009

Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force Busts Alleged Chop Shops

SNOWFLAKE, AZ --- As part of an investigation dubbed Operation Big Rig II, the Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force on Jan. 24 busted an alleged commercial vehicle chop shop just outside of Snowflake, AZ, and made two arrests.

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NewsFebruary 10, 2009

Study Finds Consumer Interest in Alternative Fuel Cars Highest Ever

ST. LOUIS, MO --- A new study, conducted by Maritz Research's Automotive Research Group, shows growing public interest in alternative fuel sources.

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NewsFebruary 10, 2009

Study Finds Consumer Interest in Alternative Fuel Cars Highest Ever

ST. LOUIS, MO --- A new study, conducted by Maritz Research's Automotive Research Group, shows growing public interest in alternative fuel sources.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichFebruary 9, 2009

Fleet Car Maintenance Costs Increase 5% in 2008-CY

Overall fleet car maintenance costs rose 5 percent for the 2008-calendar year compared to 2007, primarily due to increased prices for replacement tires and higher labor rates. Partially mitigating these increases were flat PM expenses and increased vehicle quality, resulting in fewer warranty claims and vehicle recalls. These findings are based on a survey of actual maintenance expenses of 70,374 passenger cars conducted by GE Capital Solutions Fleet Services.

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NewsFebruary 6, 2009

GM OnStar Seeks to Expand Use to Other Automakers

DETROIT – General Motors is currently considering the prospect of sharing the OnStar service with other automakers in the U.S., Canada, and even globally, confirmed an OnStar spokesperson.

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NewsFebruary 4, 2009

More States Consider Tougher Seat Belt Laws

COLUMBUS, OH --- More than a dozen cash-strapped states are considering legislation that would give law enforcement officers the authority to pull over drivers just for not wearing their seat belts.

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