DETROIT - A new dealer-installed system now available for several Chevrolet models enables full Internet access inside the vehicle, and up to a 150 feet radius around the vehicle with a laptop or mobile Wi-Fi device.
Read More →In an attempt to prevent distracted driving, Shell has asked automakers to deactivate satellite navigation systems while a vehicle is in motion, meaning that voice instructions will come out of the system, but the screen would be blank.
Read More →Two turbodiesels (one each from BMW AG and Volkswagen AG) and two hybrid-electric vehicles (from Ford Motor Co. and Toyota Motor Corp.) made this year's list by achieving fuel economy of nearly 40 mpg in the VW Jetta SportWagen TDI and up to 55 mpg in the Toyota Prius in real-world driving.
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DETROIT - General Motors announced Dec. 9 that Jim Campbell has been named general manager - Chevrolet, effective immediately. In his previous assignment, Campbell was general manager of GM's Fleet and Commercial Operations.
Read More →WASHINGTON - Truck sales jumped in October compared to the previous month, although they're still down from year-ago numbers.
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CERRITOS, CA - Plustek Technology Inc., a manufacturer of consumer, prosumer, professional, and office imaging devices, announced its line of document scanners aimed specifically at the transportation industry.
Read More →KANSAS CITY, MO - Smith Electric Vehicles U.S. announced changes to its senior management team, including Kevin Kelly as CFO.
Read More →LAS VEGAS - NAVTEQ Transport is powering the IntelliRoute TND 500, a new truck navigation device by Rand McNally designed for owner-operators and professional truck drivers.
Read More →PRINCETON, NJ - ALK Technologies updated the software and digital map data for PC*MILER Navigator, the No. 1 selling, easy-to-use, portable navigation device for owner operators leased operators, and company drivers.
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WASHINGTON - Navistar unveiled an all-electric commercial truck to members of Congress Sept. 30 as a preview of the trucks to be built in 2010.
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