Motor vehicles

Mazda Reports May Sales Results

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Monday, June 3, 2019
Cars, Motor vehicles, Transport, Mazda, Sedans, Sumitomo Group, Irvine, California

IRVINE, Calif., June 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total May sales of 25,192 vehicles, a decrease of 16 percent compared to May 2018.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., June 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total May sales of 25,192 vehicles, a decrease of 16 percent compared to May 2018.
  • Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported May sales of 4,642 vehicles, an increase of 8 percent compared to May last year.
  • Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers.
  • For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom .

Aurora Labs Announces Auto Validate for Automotive Manufacturers to Decrease Cost and Streamline Type Approval

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Monday, June 3, 2019
Technology, Software, Manufacturing, Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive, Aftermarket, Other Automotive, General Automotive, Product certification, Type approval, Automotive industry, Regulatory compliance, Motor vehicles, Automotive safety, Product, Transport

Software functionality relationship maps will help automotive manufacturers streamline the type approval process by making it easy to pin-point exact tests required, provide evidence for regulatory authorities, save time and decrease costs.

Key Points: 
  • Software functionality relationship maps will help automotive manufacturers streamline the type approval process by making it easy to pin-point exact tests required, provide evidence for regulatory authorities, save time and decrease costs.
  • The type approval process consists of country-specific procedures and regulations for vehicle approval.
  • In most countries, including all of Europe, China, India and Japan, automotive manufacturers must demonstrate compliance to a national regulation authority.
  • Auto Validate will help answer a growing requirement based on new type approval compliance regulations.

Haval Ushers in New Era of Globalization with Production Launch of Haval F7 in Tula Factory

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Monday, June 3, 2019
Economy of China, Motor vehicles, Great Wall Motors, Companies, Haval F7, Haval, Tula, Russia, Tula

The production of the Haval F7 marks a significant milestone as the automaker's first full-process mass-produced vehicle manufactured overseas.

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  • The production of the Haval F7 marks a significant milestone as the automaker's first full-process mass-produced vehicle manufactured overseas.
  • With investment totaling over US $500 million, the Tula factory is GWM's largest overseas investment project to date and China's first full-process offshore vehicle factory.
  • With an annual capacity of 150,000 units, the factory covers all production stages including pressing, welding, painting and integrated assembly.
  • The brand launched its Globalization 3.0 strategy in 2019 with the opening of the Tula factory in Russia, China's first full-process overseas vehicle factory.

Haval Ushers in New Era of Globalization with Production Launch of Haval F7 in Tula Factory

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 3, 2019
Economy of China, Motor vehicles, Great Wall Motors, Companies, Haval F7, Haval, Tula, Russia, Tula

The production of the Haval F7 marks a significant milestone as the automaker's first full-process mass-produced vehicle manufactured overseas.

Key Points: 
  • The production of the Haval F7 marks a significant milestone as the automaker's first full-process mass-produced vehicle manufactured overseas.
  • With investment totaling over US $500 million, the Tula factory is GWM's largest overseas investment project to date and China's first full-process offshore vehicle factory.
  • With an annual capacity of 150,000 units, the factory covers all production stages including pressing, welding, painting and integrated assembly.
  • The brand launched its Globalization 3.0 strategy in 2019 with the opening of the Tula factory in Russia, China's first full-process overseas vehicle factory.

Quadratec Academy Expands Focus To Include Jeep Gladiator

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Saturday, June 1, 2019
Chrysler, Fiat, Off-road vehicles, Auburn Hills, Michigan, Jeep, Automotive industry, Motor vehicles, Transport

WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Quadratec Inc., the world's largest independent retailer of Jeep parts and accessories, recently announced its popular Quadratec Academy instructional video series will soon offer helpful information and tips on Jeep's latest vehicle releasethe Gladiator mid-size truck.

Key Points: 
  • WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Quadratec Inc., the world's largest independent retailer of Jeep parts and accessories, recently announced its popular Quadratec Academy instructional video series will soon offer helpful information and tips on Jeep's latest vehicle releasethe Gladiator mid-size truck.
  • "Gladiator is going to be the next big thing for the Jeep brand and will definitely attract those who have always wanted a Jeep truck," said Quadratec Video Host Rob Jarrell.
  • "Now that the Gladiator is in the marketplace, it only makes sense we include it in our instructional videos as well."
  • Built on over 25 years of excellence, Quadratec, Inc. is more than just an industry leader in the aftermarket Jeep world.

Samsung’s Exynos Auto 8890 Powers In-vehicle Infotainment System in the New Audi A4 and Upcoming Models

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Friday, May 31, 2019
Other Consumer, Technology, Consumer electronics, Hardware, Audio, Video, Telecommunications, Semiconductor, Mobile, Wireless, Automotive, Other Automotive, General Automotive, Consumer, Cars, Motor vehicles, ARM architecture, Sedans, Station wagons, Volkswagen Group, Exynos, System on a chip, IVI, Audi, Ivi, Inc.

The advanced in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system will be equipped as standard in the new A4 and upcoming models.

Key Points: 
  • The advanced in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system will be equipped as standard in the new A4 and upcoming models.
  • Introduced in the reworked A4 and upcoming in further models, the latest generation of the MIB will incorporate Samsungs Exynos Auto 8890, which had been selected for Audis next-generation IVI system in 2017 through Audis Progressive SemiConductor Program (PSCP).
  • Through close-collaboration with Audi, we are excited that Samsungs Exynos Auto 8890 will be powering their new in-vehicle infotainment system that will open new possibilities for smarter and more enjoyable driving experiences.
  • The new Audi A4 with Exynos Auto 8890-powered IVI system will be available in Europe starting in the fall.

Matick Chevrolet Partners with EZ360 to Increase Auto Sales through Leading Edge Merchandising

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Thursday, May 30, 2019
Cars, Motor vehicles, Car body styles, Chevrolet, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

EZ360 has proven to increase engagement by 80% on desktop and up to 300% on mobile devices.

Key Points: 
  • EZ360 has proven to increase engagement by 80% on desktop and up to 300% on mobile devices.
  • "George Matick Chevrolet is a top 10 Chevrolet Dealership in the US."
  • said Ryan Esler, the Sales and Marketing Director at George Matick Chevrolet.
  • George Matick Chevrolet is the largest Silver LEED Certified dealership in the United States and offers the largest showroom in America.

$9.4 Bn Automotive Ventilated Seat Markets, 2024 - Introduction of TDI low-VOC Foam in Vehicle Seats and the Development of Lightweight Seats

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Thursday, May 30, 2019
Automotive industry, Sport utility vehicle, SEAT, Crossover, Transport, Motor vehicles

The global automotive ventilated seat market is expected to reach an estimated $9.4 billion by 2024 with a CAGR of 2.3% from 2019 to 2024.

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  • The global automotive ventilated seat market is expected to reach an estimated $9.4 billion by 2024 with a CAGR of 2.3% from 2019 to 2024.
  • The future of the global automotive ventilated seat market looks promising with opportunities in the mid-size car, large car, SUVs and crossover segments.
  • Some of the features of Automotive Ventilated Seat Market Report: Trends, Forecast and Competitive Analysis include:
    Market size estimates: Global automotive ventilated seat market size estimation in terms of value ($M) and volume (Million Units) shipment.
  • Segmentation analysis: Global automotive ventilated seat market size by vehicle type and end user in terms of value and volume shipment.

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services 'Deepens Its Roots,' Commits to a Fourth Decade in Fort Worth with the Grand Opening of an All-New Business Center at AllianceTexas

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Thursday, May 30, 2019
Automotive industry, Mercedes-Benz, Transport, Motor vehicles, Daimler, Daimler AG, Mercedes-Benz Bank

FORT WORTH, Texas, May 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA LLC, a leading, automotive financial and mobility services provider, and a company of Daimler Financial Services Group, today celebrated the grand opening of its new 200,000-square-foot Fort Worth Business Center at AllianceTexas, a 26,000-acre, master-planned, mixed-use development in Fort Worth, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • FORT WORTH, Texas, May 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA LLC, a leading, automotive financial and mobility services provider, and a company of Daimler Financial Services Group, today celebrated the grand opening of its new 200,000-square-foot Fort Worth Business Center at AllianceTexas, a 26,000-acre, master-planned, mixed-use development in Fort Worth, Texas.
  • Mercedes-Benz Financial Services' new Business Center is located less than a mile from its previous business center, making it a convenient transition for the company's team.
  • Mercedes-Benz Financial Services' Fort Worth Business Center also offers robust outdoor amenities that promote collaboration, team building and healthy choices beyond its walls.
  • Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA LLC, headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, with a Business Center in Fort Worth, Texas, provides brand-specific financial products and services for Mercedes-Benz automotive dealers and their retail customers.

All-new 2019 Ram 1500 Wins 'Official Winter Truck of New England' by New England Motor Press Association

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Thursday, May 30, 2019
Pickup trucks, Ram Trucks, Green vehicles, Vehicles, Motor vehicles, Ram Pickup, Mild hybrid

The all-new 2019 Ram 1500 is a no-compromise truck, leading in luxury, efficiency, capability and innovation.

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  • The all-new 2019 Ram 1500 is a no-compromise truck, leading in luxury, efficiency, capability and innovation.
  • Ram leads the full-size truck segment with significant gains in fuel efficiency through an all-new eTorque mild hybrid system in both V-6 and V-8 configurations.
  • Overall weight for the Ram 1500 has been reduced by 225 pounds.
  • In 2009, the Ram Truck brand launched as a stand-alone division, focused on meeting the demands of truck buyers and delivering benchmark-quality vehicles.