Educating Consumers and Developing Infrastructure Are Essential to Green Vehicle Commercialization, Says Association of Global Automakers
Association members showcase latest green technologies at Washington Auto Show.
Sales of Hybrid Medium-, Heavy-Duty Trucks Will Nearly Double in 2012, Forecasts Pike Research
According to a new report from Pike Research, the worldwide market for hybrids and plug-ins will grow at 92 percent in 2012, with total sales surpassing 19,000.
EPA, NHTSA to Hold Three Public Hearings on New Fuel Economy Standards
The first hearing will be held in Detroit on Jan. 17 at the Courtyard Detroit Downtown.
Yokohama Launches Phase II of its ‘Forever Forest’ Program at U.S. Headquarters
To date, more than 200,000 trees have been planted through the program.
Continental Tire the Americas Plans to Invest More Than $500 Million to Build New Plant in Sumter, S.C.
The company says increased demand for Continental tires in the United States and the Americas is the driving force behind these investments. The expansion will mean approximately 1,700 new jobs for South Carolina. Included in the new jobs are 80 positions related to an investment of more than $4 million to expand its Lancaster County, S.C., headquarters.
Goodyear and NASCAR Extend Agreement
Goodyear to continue as exclusive tire supplier through 2017.
U.S. Clean Diesel Automobile Sales Are Up 37 Percent Over 2010
For the year, domestic diesel auto sales have increased by 37 percent over 2010, compared to the overall auto market’s 10.4 percent increase.
Pencils Down: Final ASE Written Tests Scheduled for November
The November testing sessions mark the last time ASE will offer its tests in written format. After that, all ASE tests will be offered in computer-based format in four, two-month sessions annually at secure testing centers. Mail-in registrations for the final written tests are currently open.
SPX Introduces Next Generation Automotive Air Conditioning Recovery Units
New Robinair units among first to receive approval from the German Association of the Automotive Industry.
Fuel Economy Standards are Focus of Two Upcoming CAR Seminars
Advanced Powertrain Forum to discuss technology strategies to meet standards; Policy Matters session will explore better ways to set mandates.