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Porsche Ranks Highest Overall in J.D. Power APEAL Study

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Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Cars, Car body styles, Motor vehicles, Coupés, Sports cars, Flagship vehicles, Convertibles, Roadsters, Porsche, Porsche India, Porsche VIN numbers

ATLANTA, July 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --U.S. customers have rated Porsche highest among all automotive brands in the latest annual J.D.

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  • ATLANTA, July 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --U.S. customers have rated Porsche highest among all automotive brands in the latest annual J.D.
  • Power 'APEAL' (Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout) Study.
  • These attributes combine into an overall APEAL index score measured on a 1,000-point scale.
  • About Porsche Cars North America, Inc. | One Porsche Drive, Atlanta, GA 30354 USA
    Established in 1984, Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) is the exclusive U.S. importer of the Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman; Macan and Cayenne; and Panamera.

Appeal of New Vehicles Improves for Fifth Consecutive Year, J.D. Power Finds

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Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Cars, Motor vehicles, Car body styles, Coupés, Mid-size cars, Sedans, Convertibles, Nissan, Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi Alliance, Honda, Mini, Ford Motor Company

This should serve as a positive sign for manufacturers, as these features are some of the early building blocks for fully automated vehicles."

Key Points: 
  • This should serve as a positive sign for manufacturers, as these features are some of the early building blocks for fully automated vehicles."
  • In general, larger and more expensive vehicles achieve higher APEAL scores than smaller and less expensive vehicles.
  • A brand's ranking, therefore, is a function of the types of vehicles the manufacturer produces and how well it executes on those vehicles.
  • Ford Expedition, Honda Accord, MINI Countryman and Nissan Maxima each receive a model-level award for a second consecutive year.

Air Lift Performance Releases New Performance Series Kits For Mercedes W204 Models

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Cars, Car body styles, Sedans, Station wagons, Limousines, Coupés, Convertibles, Mercedes-Benz C-Class

LANSING, Mich., July 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Performance air suspension manufacturer Air Lift Performance has released new front and rear kits for most 2008-2015 Mercedes W204 models.

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  • LANSING, Mich., July 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Performance air suspension manufacturer Air Lift Performance has released new front and rear kits for most 2008-2015 Mercedes W204 models.
  • For the rear, Air Lift Performance engineered two kits both featuring double-bellow air springs and a drop of 128mm (5.0") from stock for the Mercedes.
  • These kits will fit the following vehicles:
    2008-2014 Mercedes C-Class (AWD & RWD) Coupe, Sedan, and Estate
    All Air Lift Performance kits are torture-tested on in-house validation equipment, showcasing the company's commitment to delivering quality parts.
  • Both the front and rear Mercedes W204 kits are backed by a one-year, unlimited-mileage warranty and the Air Lift Performance reputation for excellent customer service and technical support.

2019 Jeep® Wrangler Named Kelley Blue Book's Most Awarded Car of 2019

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Thursday, July 18, 2019
Cars, Motor vehicles, Transport, Off-road vehicles, Convertibles, Sport utility vehicles, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler, Jeep, Wrangler, Sport utility vehicle, Kelley

The 2019 JeepWrangler has been named Kelley Blue Book's Most Awarded Car of 2019, beating out more than 350 automotive models available in the marketplace today to win the title.

Key Points: 
  • The 2019 JeepWrangler has been named Kelley Blue Book's Most Awarded Car of 2019, beating out more than 350 automotive models available in the marketplace today to win the title.
  • "Kelley Blue Book's Most Awarded Car for 2019 is the Jeep Wrangler, a recently redesigned icon and perennial favorite that excels in many categories."
  • "We're thrilled that the Kelley Blue Book editors have recognized Jeep Wrangler as the most awarded car of 2019, in addition to previously being on KBB.com's list of 10 Best SUVs Under $30,000 and winner of Best Resale Value and 5-year Cost-to-Own awards.
  • Car owners looking to sell immediately can also get a redeemable, transaction-ready offer with Kelley Blue Book(SM) Instant Cash Offer.

The Struts and Dodge Brand Hit the Racetrack and the Streets as Part of High-octane Advertising Campaign Featuring "Dancing in the Street"

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Thursday, July 11, 2019
Cars, Car body styles, Motor vehicles, Muscle cars, Chrysler, Coupés, Convertibles, Auburn Hills, Michigan, Dodge Challenger, Dodge, R/T, The Struts

Luke, Adam, Jed and Gethin will learn about the 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 and its capabilities on the track.

Key Points: 
  • Luke, Adam, Jed and Gethin will learn about the 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 and its capabilities on the track.
  • The guys will be coached on how to drive and race the Dodge Challenger, preparing each for a safe race down the track.
  • Formed in Derby, England in 2012, The Struts have found themselves massively embraced by some of the greatest icons in rock-and-roll history.
  • For more than 100 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge, who founded the brand in 1914.

Jeremy Renner Debuts New Music, Stars in New Jeep® Brand Advertising Campaign Launching Today (Wednesday, July 10)

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Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Cars, Motor vehicles, Transport, Off-road vehicles, Sport utility vehicles, Convertibles, Chrysler, American Motors, Jeep

The "Summer of Jeep" campaign breaks across TV, digital and social channels today (Wednesday, July 10).

Key Points: 
  • The "Summer of Jeep" campaign breaks across TV, digital and social channels today (Wednesday, July 10).
  • Along with the three television spots, the Jeep brand worked in unison with Renner and director Jeff Tomsic ("Spy Guys") to simultaneously film the Jeep brand campaign and the official music video launching Renner's single "Main Attraction," in addition to Renner's documentary project that charts his music pursuits.
  • "For consumers, owning a Jeep brand vehicle isn't about just one defining attribute.
  • (Jeep Wrangler; 30-second, 15-second versions)
    The Jeep campaign was created in partnership with the Chicago-based HighDive agency.

The New MINI Cooper SE. Electrified Performance

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Tuesday, July 9, 2019
Online Retail, General Automotive, Automotive, Other Transport, Retail, Trucking, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Cars, Car body styles, Motor vehicles, Convertibles, Hatchbacks, City cars, Subcompact cars, BMW, Mini, Mini Hatch, Innocenti Mini

Instead of a petrol or diesel engine, there is an electric motor under the bonnet of the new MINI Cooper SE.

Key Points: 
  • Instead of a petrol or diesel engine, there is an electric motor under the bonnet of the new MINI Cooper SE.
  • The new MINI Cooper SE also offers extremely secure road-holding, not least due to the position of its high-voltage battery.
  • Like the standard 16-inch light alloy wheels in MINI Electric Revolite Spoke design, the latter are available exclusively for the new MINI Cooper SE.
  • MINI USA began selling vehicles in the U.S. in 2002 with the introduction of the MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S Hardtops.

SweetVinyl Introduces SugarCube Mini and Plus Models With Indiegogo Campaign.

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Thursday, June 27, 2019
Cars, Motor vehicles, City cars, Convertibles, Internet companies, BMW, Mini, Indiegogo

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --SweetVinyl is launching the latest additions to its product line with an Indiegogo campaign featuring Mini and Plus versions of the SC-1 and SC-2 models with introductory 10% discounts.

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  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --SweetVinyl is launching the latest additions to its product line with an Indiegogo campaign featuring Mini and Plus versions of the SC-1 and SC-2 models with introductory 10% discounts.
  • Throughout 2019 SweetVinyl is expanding the SugarCube family with the Mini and Plus models of the original SC-1 and SC-2.
  • The new models being offered in the current Indiegogo with campaign are:
    SC-1 Mini: Cost and sized reduced version of the SC-1.
  • The different models bring together many unique features:
    Real-time, non-destructive click & pop removal with updated 2.0 algorithm.

Wrangler® and Paradox Fine Watch Company Launch Dynamic New Collection for Summer

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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Fashion, Retail, Cars, Motor vehicles, Transport, Off-road vehicles, Convertibles, Sport utility vehicles, Fashion, Wrangler, Watch

Wrangler announced it has partnered with Paradox Fine Watch Company in a licensing agreement to launch a new watch collection , which features 65 different models and 20 different series for men and women.

Key Points: 
  • Wrangler announced it has partnered with Paradox Fine Watch Company in a licensing agreement to launch a new watch collection , which features 65 different models and 20 different series for men and women.
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    The Wrangler Watches collection features 65 different models and 20 different series for men and women.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    We are proud to partner with Wrangler to develop a collection of timepieces that stays true to the apparel icons place as a steward of the western lifestyle, said Mark Schatten, executive director of Paradox Fine Watch Company.
  • Paradox Fine Watch Company is an established leader in the watch market and has earned a reputation for the variety of famous brands it has carried over the years.

Mobil 1 Named Official Motor Oil of Chevrolet Performance Crate Engines

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Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Motor Sports, Energy, Oil, Gas, Manufacturing, Automotive Manufacturing, Chemicals, Plastics, Automotive, Performance & Special Interest, Other Automotive, General Automotive, Sports, Cars, Motor vehicles, Automotive industry, Chevrolet Performance, Warren, Michigan, Chevrolet big-block engine, Chevrolet, Mobil 1, Automobile engine replacement, V8 engine, Coupés, Convertibles

To make assembling and installing crate engines easier than ever, ExxonMobil and General Motors (GM) have announced that Mobil 1, the worlds leading synthetic motor oil brand, has been named as the Official Motor Oil of Chevrolet Performance.

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  • To make assembling and installing crate engines easier than ever, ExxonMobil and General Motors (GM) have announced that Mobil 1, the worlds leading synthetic motor oil brand, has been named as the Official Motor Oil of Chevrolet Performance.
  • Motor oil is an important aspect of what helps our crate engines achieve their performance potential.
  • Today, we are proud to announce that a customer can now order their Chevrolet Performance crate engine with available Mobil 1 full synthetic motor oil.
  • To inject your latest project with some new life, contact your authorized Chevrolet Performance dealer ( chevrolet.com/performance/locate ) and find out about the latest Chevrolet Performance crate engines including Small Block, Big Block, LS, LSX, LT, Circle Track and COPO crate engines.