Daily Archives: November 11, 2013

Approved Garage roadshow a success says Groupauto

Ford recalls 2,600 Focus Electric cars for potential power loss

Groupauto says its Approved Garages roadshow tour of the UK has been a resounding success. The tour aimed to showcase the opportunities available to garages through the Motor Code for Service and Repair backed scheme.

BMW, Mercedes offer perks to keep wealthy buyers

BMW, Mercedes offer perks to keep wealthy buyers

German ski legend Rosi Mittermaier passed on racing tips at Austria’s Zillertal resort last winter to a group of 10 students who all had one thing in common: they owned a BMW 7-series sedan. In Germany, 7-series owners become members of the The BMW Excellence Club.

Smart Witness’s HGV Perimeter Cameras Could Save Cyclists Lives

Smart Witness's HGV Perimeter Cameras Could Save Cyclists Lives

Infiniti seems to have been first with side cameras. Then LandRover followed with ‘surround’ cameras, specifically for seeing over crests and judging clearances when off-roading.

AAIA changes its name to Autocare Association

AAIA changes its name to Autocare Association

Kathleen Schmatz announces a new name for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association: The Autocare Association.

train derails in Alabama Crude oil tank cars ablaze

Smoke rises from a number of cars that derailed and exploded from a train carrying crude oil in Alabama

Smoke rises from a number of cars that derailed and exploded from a train carrying crude oil in Aliceville, in western Alabama, early November 8, 2013, as pictured in this still image taken from video courtesy of WBMA/abc3340.com.