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The Land Rover Discovery Sport Might Be More than You Need

13Aug

By Manny BatemanNo Comments

Brands, Land Rover, News

The Land Rover Discovery Sport Might Be More than You Need

Are you ready for a vehicle that makes camping trips a weekend of ease? Do you think you need a vehicle that can handle rough terrain just to get to the remote destination you are trying to get to? The reality is many times the capabilities of the Land Rover Discovery Sport are wasted in the outdoors. That alone may seem like an odd statement, but the reality is unless you are going into terrain that has no path already built these capabilities are more than you will need. (more…)

11Aug

By Carl DurrekNo Comments

Brands, News, Toyota

The Toyota Camry XSE has a Lot to Offer

The best-selling mid-sized sedan in the world has gotten better and better over the years and now has trim levels that reach nearly to the level of a luxury sedan. The model that get up to this realm is the XSE version with the V6 engine which can start around $34,475 which seems like a steep price for a Camry, but sales figures have shown that we love this model nearly as much as the SE trim. This higher trim is the one that shows up with a great menu of features and shows that we want a sporty sedan, not just one that will carry us on the commute. (more…)

8Aug

By Nathan EhingerNo Comments

Brands, Ford, News

Versatility is the Ford Transit 350 Wagon EcoBoost V6

The Ford Transit is a van that can be used for cargo, passengers or a combination of the two. Many businesses have turned to this van for its use as a great hauling machine that is powered by a strong engine, offering a great deal of work ability. The Transit is perfect for making deliveries around town or for being the shuttle van used for airports and hotels to take care of customers and let them ride when the distance to their destination is prohibitive for walking. The Transit can also be a van that is used for a large family or carrying a sports team, making it one of the most versatile vehicles on the road today. (more…)

4Aug

By Manny BatemanNo Comments

Brands, Ford

Ford Optimizes and Expands Warranty Data Feeds Using Oxlo SaaS Software

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Aug. 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Oxlo Systems, Inc., the owner and operator of ODIN(TM), the Open Dealer Integration Network for the automotive industry, announces Ford Motor Company Emerging Market Services has selected Oxlo'ssaas software to enable timely registration of extended warranty service plans that have been sold by auto dealers across the globe. (more…)

2Aug

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

Brands, Ford, News

Don’t Like Spiders In Your Car? Ford Is Working On A Solution For That

If you are like most people, you don’t like spiders. They bite and some are even poisonous. Some people even have an irrational fear of spiders. If you don’t like spiders, you most definitely don’t like spiders in your car. Spiders in cars have even caused accidents amongst some drivers as they panic and try to get away from the arachnids all while losing control of their vehicles. For those who despise the eight legged creepers, Ford is working on a solution for you. (more…)

30Jul

By Rocco PennNo Comments

Brands, Chevrolet

When You Want Driving Fun, Check out this Car

Driving is something we all have to do unless we live in a large city with a fantastic transit system that is able to get us where we need to go. For a majority of Americans, and for the pleasure of having the opportunity to spread out on the open road, most of us have to drive at some point in nearly every day. Whether you are cruising across the country for a summer of fun or you have to make that daily commute to the “salt mines” to make the bacon to feed your family the longing to have a great driving machine that makes the ride fun is a feeling that can creep in at times. (more…)

27Jul

By Carl DurrekNo Comments

Brands, Hyundai

Hyundai Santa Cruz Named 2015 Concept Truck Of The Year

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- It kicked off 2015 with a buzz-generating surprise debut at the North American International Auto Show in January, and now the popular Hyundai Santa Cruz has earned the prestigious title of Concept Truck of the Year at the 14th annual North American Concept Vehicle of the Year (NACVOTY) Awards at the Concours d'Elegance of America at St. John's. (more…)

25Jul

By Carl DurrekNo Comments

Brands, Dodge

Classic Power from the Challenger

The new version of the Dodge Challenger made its first appearance in 2008 and for one particular model there have been little to no changes over the last seven years. Of course calling this a new version only means its modern since the Challenger in this style is truly a throwback to the Challenger of old that went by the wayside for so many years only to reemerge and bring back a style that we love to see and is a lot of fun to drive. The one Challenger that has not changed over the past seven years has been the 5.7L R/T manual model. (more…)

23Jul

By Carl DurrekNo Comments

Brands, Honda

Honda Opens New Silicon Valley Facility to Advance Connected Mobility

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., July 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda today marked the opening of its new Silicon Valley R&D facility, using the occasion to unveil a refreshed 2016 Accord featuring Honda's first application of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Honda also announced a new open innovation R&D initiative, Honda Xcelerator, which will provide resources to breakthrough technology innovators to help rapidly develop prototypes with the potential to transform the automotive experience. (more…)

22Jul

By Alice WagnerNo Comments

News

Xerox Jumping Into Auto Research

It seems everyday we hear about a new tech company that is jumping into the automotive space. They want to join the race for technology in the connected car. From Google and Apple to Pioneer and Samsung, everyone wants a piece of the automotive pie. It seems that Xerox also wants to play the automotive technology game. They, however, aren’t interested in building an autonomous vehicle. They have other plans for their automotive technology. (more…)