BMW Shows Off 8 Series Concept Coupe 05/25/2017 Munich, Germany – May 25, 2017...The BMW Group is using this year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este to unveil the BMW Concept 8 Series, the essence of a modern-day BMW coupe wrapped up in an enthralling design study. The study car will serve as a taster of a forthcoming BMW model – the new BMW 8 Series Coupe, slated for launch in 2018 and part of the biggest model offensive in the company’s history. The NUMBER ONE > NEXT strategy sees the BMW Group aiming to significantly increase sales and
Munich, Germany – May 25, 2017...The BMW Group is using this year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este to unveil the BMW Concept 8 Series, the essence of a modern-day BMW coupe wrapped up in an enthralling design study. The study car will serve as a taster of a forthcoming BMW model – the new BMW 8 Series Coupe, slated for launch in 2018 and part of the biggest model offensive in the company’s history. The NUMBER ONE > NEXT strategy sees the BMW Group aiming to significantly increase sales and
Friday Night Racing is Postponed at Claremont 05/25/2017 A very poor weather forecast has led to officials at Claremont Speedway in Claremont, New Hampshire to postpone their weekly racing activities for Friday night, May 26th. With rain predicted for the entire day, it is unlikely even if rain ends by post time that the grounds of the track will be dry enough to host an event. As a result, the Dean Smith 52 Memorial Race will be rescheduled with details to be released soon.
A very poor weather forecast has led to officials at Claremont Speedway in Claremont, New Hampshire to postpone their weekly racing activities for Friday night, May 26th. With rain predicted for the entire day, it is unlikely even if rain ends by post time that the grounds of the track will be dry enough to host an event. As a result, the Dean Smith 52 Memorial Race will be rescheduled with details to be released soon.
Ford Issues Recalls on Explorer, Super Duty & F-150 05/25/2017 Ford Motor Company is issuing two safety compliance recalls in North America. Details are as follows: Ford issues safety compliance recall for certain 2017 Ford F-150, Explorer and Super Duty vehicles for inadequate welds in driver seat back frames Ford is issuing a safety compliance recall for approximately 2,500 2017 Ford F-150, Explorer and Super Duty vehicles for an inadequate weld between the driver seat back and the manually operated seat back recliner mechanism. In the affected
Ford Motor Company is issuing two safety compliance recalls in North America. Details are as follows: Ford issues safety compliance recall for certain 2017 Ford F-150, Explorer and Super Duty vehicles for inadequate welds in driver seat back frames Ford is issuing a safety compliance recall for approximately 2,500 2017 Ford F-150, Explorer and Super Duty vehicles for an inadequate weld between the driver seat back and the manually operated seat back recliner mechanism. In the affected
GM's Short, But Firm, Response to Duramax Lawsuit 05/25/2017 "These claims are baseless and we will vigorously defend ourselves. The Duramax Diesel Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra comply with all U.S. EPA and CARB emissions regulations." - General Motors, 5-25-17
"These claims are baseless and we will vigorously defend ourselves. The Duramax Diesel Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra comply with all U.S. EPA and CARB emissions regulations." - General Motors, 5-25-17
GM is Sued Over Possible Duramax Emissions Issue 05/25/2017 DETROIT – Consumers are suing General Motors for allegedly rigging the emissions controls in Duramax diesel trucks in order to pass emissions tests, while in real world conditions the trucks emit 2 to 5 times the legal limits of deadly NOx pollutants, according to Hagens Berman. The lawsuit states that GM did so all to increase the vehicles’ power and efficiency, and thus the appeal of its best-selling pick-up trucks. The complaint identifies and describes three distinct “defeat devices,” which
DETROIT – Consumers are suing General Motors for allegedly rigging the emissions controls in Duramax diesel trucks in order to pass emissions tests, while in real world conditions the trucks emit 2 to 5 times the legal limits of deadly NOx pollutants, according to Hagens Berman. The lawsuit states that GM did so all to increase the vehicles’ power and efficiency, and thus the appeal of its best-selling pick-up trucks. The complaint identifies and describes three distinct “defeat devices,” which
Cadillac Racing Comes to Lime Rock Park This Weekend 05/25/2017 The Pirelli World Challenge SprintX Championship competitors travelled directly from Canada to Lime Rock Park in Connecticut for rounds four and five to run this weekend, May 26-27. Based upon their two third place finishes at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) and the win at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP) just three days ago No. 8 Cadillac ATS-V.R Coupe drivers Michael Cooper (Syosset, N.Y) and Jordan Taylor (Apopka, Fla.) are leading the SprintX Championship standings with 65 points.
The Pirelli World Challenge SprintX Championship competitors travelled directly from Canada to Lime Rock Park in Connecticut for rounds four and five to run this weekend, May 26-27. Based upon their two third place finishes at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) and the win at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP) just three days ago No. 8 Cadillac ATS-V.R Coupe drivers Michael Cooper (Syosset, N.Y) and Jordan Taylor (Apopka, Fla.) are leading the SprintX Championship standings with 65 points.
Dunleavy's All-Out Modifiedz Night Ready for Stafford 05/25/2017 (Stafford Springs, CT)---The Inaugural Dunleavy's Truck & Trailer Repair set for this Friday, May 26th will play host to the largest purse in SK Light Modified history. Total posted awards for the 40-Lap SK Light Modified feature is an unprecedented $14,790 with the winner taking home a potential pay day of $2,925 after bonuses. SK Light teams will be racing to collect bonuses from Gaston Racing Enterprises, R.A.D. Automachine, and T/A Engines. Bill Gaston from GRE will be
(Stafford Springs, CT)---The Inaugural Dunleavy's Truck & Trailer Repair set for this Friday, May 26th will play host to the largest purse in SK Light Modified history. Total posted awards for the 40-Lap SK Light Modified feature is an unprecedented $14,790 with the winner taking home a potential pay day of $2,925 after bonuses. SK Light teams will be racing to collect bonuses from Gaston Racing Enterprises, R.A.D. Automachine, and T/A Engines. Bill Gaston from GRE will be
When A.J. Foyt Won the Indy 500 to Give His Mom a Car 05/24/2017 Anyone who has a basic knowledge of American motorsports history knows that A.J. Foyt is a legend on and off the track. He is one of the most accomplished racers in American history and quite possibly one of the toughest as well. Like any legend, there are a number of stories out there about Foyt and his experiences. Many of them are about his adventures in the Indianapolis 500, which he has won four times in his career as a driver (and once, to date, as a car owner). What could be the
Anyone who has a basic knowledge of American motorsports history knows that A.J. Foyt is a legend on and off the track. He is one of the most accomplished racers in American history and quite possibly one of the toughest as well. Like any legend, there are a number of stories out there about Foyt and his experiences. Many of them are about his adventures in the Indianapolis 500, which he has won four times in his career as a driver (and once, to date, as a car owner). What could be the
2018 GMC Yukon Denali Elevates Style & Refinement 05/24/2017 DETROIT – GMC is elevating the 2018 Yukon Denali lineup with styling and trim enhancements, as well as a new, advanced 10-speed automatic transmission. A new, sculpted grille design distinguishes the Yukon Denali, while new Mastique Ash real wood trim adds depth and richness to the interior. The new Hydra-Matic 10-speed transmission — paired with Yukon Denali’s 6.2L V-8 engine — enhances refinement with world-class shift smoothness, responsiveness and quietness. “Yukon Denali has always
DETROIT – GMC is elevating the 2018 Yukon Denali lineup with styling and trim enhancements, as well as a new, advanced 10-speed automatic transmission. A new, sculpted grille design distinguishes the Yukon Denali, while new Mastique Ash real wood trim adds depth and richness to the interior. The new Hydra-Matic 10-speed transmission — paired with Yukon Denali’s 6.2L V-8 engine — enhances refinement with world-class shift smoothness, responsiveness and quietness. “Yukon Denali has always
