Read Top Automotive > Auto Trades Headlines and Articles from http://automotiveprnews.com en-us http://automotiveprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/07/ford-motor-company-standardizes-to-castershox-106540.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Ford Motor Company announced on June 22, 2009 that it has chosen the CasterShoX product line as the specified caster for line delivery carts in the revised Ford Cuautitlan Assembly Plant, located near Mexico City in Mexico. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/07/anchor-vans-recruits-fordtrained-service-technician-and-expands-hugely-popular-commercial-vehicle-servicing-department-106350.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Anchor Vans, Berkshire's leading used vans retailer, has opened a second MOT servicing bay due to huge demand for its commercial vehicle servicing and MOT provision http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/07/anchor-vans-joins-twitter-providing-followers-with-live-updates-about-used-vans-in-stock-106158.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Anchor Vans embraces web 2.0 by launching a Twitter feed detailing used vans as they come into stock http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/federal-law-protects-auto-lessors-106118.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT New York law allowed those injured in an auto accident caused by someone driving a leased vehicle to hold the leasing company liable for their injuries. In 2005 Congress passed the Graves Amendment, cutting off a potential source of recovery. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/protect-yourself-with-uninsured-motorist-coverage-105661.htm Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT If you are in a car accident and the at-fault driver does not have any insurance or not enough to cover your damages, your own uninsured/underinsured coverage will apply to cover your losses. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/changes-to-illinois-dui-laws-consequences-for-outofstate-drivers-105667.htm Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The new DUI laws in Illinois have particularly negative consequences for people arrested for drunk driving who have out-of-state drivers' licenses. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/big-automaker-bankruptcies-leave-injured-without-recourse-105347.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT If the current Chrysler bankruptcy plan is upheld and GM receives a similar plan, these companies' bankruptcies could seriously harm already-injured people for years to come. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/alabama-supreme-court-takes-tough-stand-on-uninsured-motorist-insurance-105348.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Underinsured motorist coverage is intended to protect people who are harmed by drivers with insufficient insurance, but these policies are subject to significant limitations in Alabama. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/changes-to-illinois-dui-license-suspension-105356.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Recent changes to the DUI laws in Illinois have left unresolved questions about eligibility for the new Monitoring Device Driving Permit. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/boosting-safety-for-texas-kids-105164.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Texas children involved in car accidents face the prospect of disability and even death caused by seat belts designed for adults. A new bill has been sent to the Texas legislature requiring booster seats for children age 5-7. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/motorcycle-rider-rights-following-an-accident-105251.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT As the summer months begin to heat up, more riders start dusting off their bikes and taking them for a ride on San Jose's roadways. Unfortunately, the more motorcycles on the road, the greater the odds of these riders being involved in accidents. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/autodealer-pro-to-debut-the-industrys-1st-hidef-dms-at-niada-convention-105064.htm Sun, 21 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Enhanced technology streamlines sales transaction process for auto dealers http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/dram-shop-actions-in-texas-104861.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Some drunk driving accidents are caused by individuals who are visibly intoxicated but are sold or served at a bar, restaurant or hotel anyway. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/meximotor-acquires-the-interest-of-proformance-powertrain-in-automotive-remanufacturers-de-mexico-104754.htm Thu, 18 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT PROFormance Technologies, LLC transacts interest in Automotive Remanufacturers de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/new-york-dwi-law-serious-penalties-104521.htm Thu, 18 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Having a DWI or an Aggravated DWI (A-DWI) charge is a serious matter. A DWI conviction will have a considerable impact on your life, whether it is the first offense or subsequent offenses. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/victory-from-defeat-104406.htm Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Successes From "Take it or Leave it" Offers: In these days of the "take no prisoners" attitude of the insurance companies, the unrepresented plaintiff is at an extreme competitive disadvantage. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/cbgie-sees-drop-in-ford-fiesta-residuals-104341.htm Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The launch of a new model of Ford Fiesta has driven down the used price of the outgoing version of the ever-popular vehicle, according to Irelandandamp;#8217;s leading car sales website. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/tasmanian-based-business-lakin-custom-plate-brackets-introduces-new-range-of-universal-number-plate-mounting-brackets-104287.htm Tue, 16 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Following the success of their Vehicle-Specific range of brackets, Lakin Custom Plate Brackets, have released a new Multi-Fit range, targeting the home enthusiast automotive market. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/essex-racing-classics-stock-ford-mustang-parts-for-sale-in-uk-europe-104229.htm Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT One of the UK's biggest car accessory retailer and distributors now stock Ford Mustang parts, providing the UK with the one-stop source for their classic Mustang parts. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/new-minnesota-seatbelt-law-104183.htm Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The new law includes changes that would allow law enforcement officers to stop vehicles if the driver or any of the passengers are not wearing seat belts. Previously law enforcement officers could only... http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/michigans-superdrunk-driver-law-104052.htm Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Michigan joined the growing majority of states with higher-level drunk driving offenses, known as "superdrunk" driver laws. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/dwi-penalties-continue-to-increase-in-new-york-104057.htm Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The cost of a DWI conviction keeps going up. First-time offenders may be surprised to learn they may have to pay up to $1000 in fines alone for their mistake -- and this doesn't even include court costs or attorney fees. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/the-importance-of-medical-evaluation-after-an-accident-104077.htm Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT Most people do not immediately think of making a personal injury claim following an accident, especially if they do not have visible signs of injury at the scene. The insurance companies know this and often attempt to obtain... http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/new-virginia-laws-forbid-texting-and-driving-103574.htm Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT On March 30, 2009, Governor Tim Kaine signed a new law prohibiting texting while driving. This law, which goes into effect on July 1, 2009, makes it a traffic violation for a person to send or read a text message while driving. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/getting-driving-relief-after-a-dui-conviction-in-illinois-103437.htm Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT If convicted of drunk driving in Illinois, you face severe penalties, thus when deciding whether to retain an attorney to assist you in a license-reinstatement matter, ask about the attorney's experiences at reinstatement hearings. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/80-million-dollar-settlement-for-hurricane-rita-bus-fire-litigation-103122.htm Sun, 07 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The families of 23 former Bellaire nursing home residents reached an $80 million dollar settlement after almost four years of litigation. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/floridas-new-primary-seat-belt-law-102739.htm Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The law is intended to reduce the number of injuries and deaths due to motor vehicle accidents. This may cut down on the number of serious injuries due to car accidents, but it may also diminish the use of the seat belt defense in many cases. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/floridas-new-seatbelt-law-102475.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT As a result of new legislation passed during the 2009 legislative session, Florida drivers will soon be truly required to buckle up, because police officers will have more power to enforce the seatbelt laws. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/unintended-and-harsher-consequences-for-traffic-violations-102540.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT The Illinois legislature continues to shrink the list of traffic violations for which supervision is available. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/florida-drunk-driving-victims-102542.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT It is not surprising that Florida's criminal penalties for drunk driving are among the toughest in the nation. The expenses of alcohol-related vehicular accidents are often much higher than those that do not. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/protecting-yourself-from-uninsured-drivers-102324.htm Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT In Minnesota, 12% of all drivers do not have car insurance. This places other drivers at an increased risk of an accident with an uninsured driver. So what can responsible drivers do to protect themselves from uninsured motorists? http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/06/plymouth-south-freshmen-get-the-treatment-from-upper-classmentutoring-program-mentors-receive-tracy-chevrolet-cadillacs-driven-student-award-102239.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/kentucky-lawmakers-considering-restricting-cell-phone-use-while-driving-102104.htm Sun, 31 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT There are two bills before the Kentucky Legislature that would prohibit drivers from using hand-held cell phones while operating their vehicles. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/the-fight-over-red-light-cameras-in-florida-102109.htm Sun, 31 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Why Did the Legislation Fail in Florida? Reasons in Favor of Red Light Cameras. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/how-to-protect-yourself-after-an-auto-accident-in-new-york-101964.htm Sat, 30 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT After dealing with the immediate medical and injury issues arising from the accident, there are certain actions that everyone involved in an accident should consider if the situation allows. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/anchor-vans-announces-high-used-minibus-sales-figures-suggesting-a-shift-from-foreign-holidays-to-uk-based-trips-as-a-years-worth-of-used-minibus-sales-are-made-in-one-month-101763.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Anchor Vans announces a great start to the minibus season with high demand for used minibuses, suggesting that the credit crunch is changing travel plans for the summer holidays http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/border-to-border-fuel-cell-vehicles-demonstrate-the-future-of-transportation-from-california-to-canada-101490.htm Tue, 26 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Beginning today, Americans and Canadians will have a unique opportunity to see what the transportation future holds with the launch of a nine-day caravan of clean, efficient hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/anchor-vans-berkshires-leading-used-vans-dealership-releases-sales-figures-demonstrating-their-most-successful-month-since-trading-began-101334.htm Sun, 24 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Despite the recession, Anchor Vans has announced the most successful month of trading since the company began twenty years ago, with 155 used commercial vehicles sold in March http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/colorados-roads-offer-beauty-and-danger-for-motorcyclists-101306.htm Sat, 23 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT From 2003-2007, over 400 motorcyclists were killed in Colorado traffic accidents and 80 percent of those were not wearing a helmet, according to CDOT. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/new-solution-for-auto-dealer-websites-99873.htm Wed, 13 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Autologica, a specialist in business management software for automotive dealers and distributors (known as Dealer Management Systems or DMS), announced the launching of its new website solution for dealers: Dealer Web Manager (also known as DWM). http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/saving-recycled-car-parts-from-near-extinction-99760.htm Sat, 09 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Congress Seeking to Destroy Millions of Replacement Car Parts While Questions Abound on New Parts Supply Chain Viability http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/all-drivers-should-carry-uninsured-motorist-insurance-99603.htm Sat, 09 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT In difficult economic times, many drivers may opt not to carry auto insurance -- even when state law requires it. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/cab-direct-launches-scrappage-scheme-98804.htm Sat, 02 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Finally there's some good news for hard-pressed cabbies. Taxi owners and operators will be able to take advantage of the government's new vehicle scrappage initiative, after leading taxi specialist Cab Direct became one of the first industry suppliers to announce their participation in the Scheme. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/05/wave-of-entrepreneurialism-caused-by-recent-redundancies-causes-sharp-increase-in-used-van-sales-as-new-business-owners-buy-used-commercial-vehicles-98673.htm Fri, 01 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT Anchor Vans, Berkshire's leading used van dealership, has announced a sharp increase in the sale of large used vans due to increased demand from entrepreneurial new business owners http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/04/best-automobile-web-site-of-2009-to-be-named-by-web-marketing-association-in-annual-webaward-competition-98273.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT The Web Marketing Association announces the call for entries for its 13th annual WebAward Competition for Web site development at http://www.TheWebAwards.org. The Web Marketing Association will once again name the Best Automobile Web site of 2009. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/04/new-scorpion-performance-salestech-team-rockets-to-front-97139.htm Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Scorpion Performance, Inc., an American manufacturer of precision parts for high performance engines http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/04/scorpion-performance-hooked-on-speed-96749.htm Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Scorpion Performance, Inc., a manufacturer of precision parts for high performance engines, today announced that the company is ecstatic about having its products showcased on Two Guys Garage, a half-hour television show on the SPEED cable network. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/04/ted-j-lesinsky-joins-izmocars-as-new-vp-of-sales-for-north-america-96164.htm Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Lesinksy brings over 25 years of professional sales experience to izmocars, the leading Automotive Business Solutions Company. http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/04/collision-repair-shop-owners-face-critical-choice-build-or-bunker-96136.htm Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Mr. Mission Possible Expert Steve Howard Offers Shops Determined to Grow Help at Peer Benchmarking Review Group in Fort Worth, TX on May 16, 2009 http://automotiveprnews.com/automotive_auto_trades_articles/2009/04/arizonas-road-construction-projects-create-dangerous-driving-conditions-96001.htm Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT Road construction zones often present shifting traffic patterns and uneven surfaces for car and truck drivers to navigate. Drivers and their passengers account for the vast majority of the people hurt in these accidents.