May 6, 2008
Microsoft and Hyundai-Kia Developing In-Car Infotainment
SEOUL, South Korea -- Today, Microsoft Corp. and Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group (HKAG) entered into a long-term agreement to co-develop the next generation of in-car infotainment systems.
Bill Gates, chairman of Microsoft, and Mongku Chung, chairman of HKAG, were present as Martin Thall, general manager of Microsoft's Automotive Business Unit, and Hyun Soon Lee, president and chief technology officer of HKAG, signed the agreement in Seoul.
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Garmin, TomTom and Magellan Dominate Latest GPS Navigator Ratings
YONKERS, N.Y. -- Despite the influx of several new brands and models, longtime GPS brands -- Garmin, TomTom and Magellan -- are still making the best Global Positioning Systems. The three brands accounted for 16 of the top 20 rated models in the latest tests in Consumer Reports June issue.
After months of in-lab and on-the-road tests of 39 GPS systems, the Garmin Nuvi 760 ($600) rated best with an "Excellent" overall score.
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May 1, 2008
2008 Navigator Owners Can Now SYNC Their Rides
DEARBORN, Mich. -- Lincoln Navigator owners wishing they had Ford's industry-exclusive SYNC in-vehicle communications system, need wish no more.
Ford has introduced an affordable, dealer-installed SYNC accessory kit that allows select 2008 Navigator and Navigator L customers to enjoy the award-winning voice-activated communications system that works with most Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones and digital media players.
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April 29, 2008
TomTom Unveils GPS Units With Compact, Folding Design
CONCORD, Mass. -- TomTom, the world's leading portable navigation solutions provider, today announced the latest models in its award-winning car navigation product offering -- the TomTom ONE and TomTom XL.
The new devices come with a completely redesigned body, including a folding mount that provides maximum portability and flexibility.
This new windshield mount -- known as the EasyPort mount -- can be left on the device and folded flat after use.
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April 28, 2008
2009 Suzuki SX4: First Car in America Under $16K with Standard Navigation
BREA, Calif. -- Establishing an auto industry first, and packing even more appeal into its bold and stylish sport compact, American Suzuki Motor Corp. today announced the addition of a fully integrated standard navigation system to the 2009 Suzuki SX4.
The company's offering marks the first time a new vehicle under $16,000 will include navigation as a standard feature.
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April 26, 2008
Ford and Funkmaster Flex team up for Season 4 of "Car Wars"
DEARBORN, MI. –Coupling their passion for cars with the new 2008 Ford Focus SES was all a part of the daily grind for four of some of the hottest and most passionate car customizers in the country.
On Saturday, April 26th, viewers will get a chance to be a part of the mayhem as the fourth season of "Car Wars with Funkmaster Flex" debuts. The reality show, which is hosted by Funkmaster Flex, chronicles the real life drama of four customizers competing in a seven-week race to customize a new 2008 Ford Focus SES.
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April 22, 2008
Rhino Linings Focusing on Residential Garage Floor Market
SAN DIEGO -- Rhino Linings Corporation, the global leader in protective truck bed liners, industrial application coatings and customized military projects today announced it has formed a new strategic business unit to serve the needs of the residential garage flooring market.
Named Rhino Home Pro, the new division offers products specifically formulated for the home market, beginning with garage floors, walkways and decks. The first nationwide launch of Rhino Home Pro products is scheduled for late spring.
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NDrive Launches World's First Photo Mapping Sat-Nav
FRENSHAM, England -- Satellite Navigation takes a technological leap forward today with the launch of the G280 and G800 from NDrive. Boasting the world's first photo mapping system, the G280 and G800 feature real life photo images instead of the traditional 1D/3D maps found on other devices. The new G280 and G800 take navigation to the next level.
This next generation of technology allows you to see what your journey and destination look like from a real life perspective.
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April 18, 2008
Ford performance enthusiast info now available online
DEARBORN, Mich. – Ford Racing has launched an all-new web-based initiative, www.FordPerformance.com, that puts a face and a place on Ford Motor Company's connection to enthusiast clubs and the performance aftermarket.
The Ford Performance Group is centered on a web portal that helps facilitate a more interactive relationship between Ford and its past, present and future performance customers.
“We recognize the important role that Ford loyalists play in raising consumer awareness of Ford Motor Company,” noted Jamie Allison, Manager, Ford Racing Performance Group.
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April 16, 2008
Worlds First All Terrain Camper Trailer
NORTH CANTON, Ohio -- Little Guy Worldwide recently premiered its new ruggedized line of teardrop camper trailers at the 2008 Moab Easter Jeep(R) Safari.
According to Kip Czoch, the company's factory rep at the weeklong event, "The Little Rough Rider defeated every obstacle, climbing off camber without scraping or bumping on either approach or breaking over angles on departure.
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April 15, 2008
Chrysler Announces Engineering and Tech Innovations
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Chrysler LLC will introduce a wide array of new, innovative and -- in most cases -- industry-first technologies, all designed to enhance the customer experience, the company announced here today at the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress.
"Chrysler has always been known as an engineering company, and the announcement of these features coming to our lineup in 2009 further drives that point home," said Frank Klegon, Executive Vice President -- Product Development, Chrysler LLC.
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Digital Lifestyle and Safety Trends Will Drive Interior Electronics
DETROIT -- This week at the 2008 SAE World Congress, the President of Continental's Interior Division will discuss, during a panel titled: "Electronics: Expectations and Opportunities,"* how digital lifestyle and vehicle safety trends are driving Interior Electronics forward and helping automakers differentiate their vehicle brands.
"Digital and portable content has dramatically altered our lifestyles and consumer expectations," said Helmut Matschi, Head of Continental's Interior Division.
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April 12, 2008
BMW Adds Google Maps to Nav Systems
Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey -- Navigation systems have become even easier, faster and more convenient to use with the introduction of "MyInfo".
This latest addition to the BMW Assist Safety Plan allows subscribers to send business locations and street addresses and their associated phone numbers found in Google Maps, an innovative online mapping service, from the comfort of their home or office directly to their BMW.
Effective as of April 8 production of 2008 X6 Sports Activity Coupes equipped with the BMW Assist and Bluetooth Hands-free calling System, customers will be able to call the phone numbers received with their Bluetooth connected mobile phone or, if their BMW is equipped with a navigation system, immediately start route guidance by a simple push of a button.
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Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Rubicon Diesel Engine Project Vehicle
The 2005 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Rubicon Diesel Engine Project Vehicle from Mopar was built to explore the feasibility of integrating a diesel engine kit into a TJ vehicle system.
Developed by Jeep enthusiasts/engineers who work at Mopar Performance Parts, the TJ features a custom diesel crate engine adaptation.
The prototype vehicle demonstrates that Mopar listens to its off-road enthusiasts. And this is not a show vehicle—Jeep enthusiasts will see this “engineering mule” driven and tested on Moab’s trails.
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Posted by Frank at 12:27 PM
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Dodge Ram Diesel Power Wagon
This vehicle was built to explore the feasibility of a Dodge Ram Diesel Power Wagon.
The Ram 2500 Quad Cab features a 6.7-liter Cummins diesel engine with automatic transmission packing 350 hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque.
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