a company engaged in the emission-free electrification of OEM vehicles, announced it has delivered an AMP Electric GM Equinox SUV Research Vehicle to Dayton Power & Light (DP&L), parent company DPL Inc. (NYSE: DPL). DP&L established a team in 2009 to prepare the utility for the entrance of electric cars in its service area, and the AMP Equinox research vehicle is part of that effort.
“DP&L is taking a leadership role in meeting the needs of owners of electric vehicles,” said Jim Taylor, AMP CEO. “The SUV market is very popular in America today. We are proud to have our AMP Electric Equinox SUV as part of DP&L’s study.”
According to DP&L, the cost of electricity as fuel for a typical electric car is 2.8 cents per mile, compared to 11 cents per mile for a gasoline-powered car, based on 25 miles per gallon at $ 2.75 per gallon. The yearly cost of electricity for a DP&L customer to operate an all-electric vehicle would be approximately $ 336, assuming it is driven 12,000 miles annually.
“Our goal is to meet the needs of our customers who are interested in purchasing an electric car,” said Bryce Nickel, operations vice president with DP&L. “We want to ensure that their electrical service from DP&L will support their charging needs.”
The AMP Equinox is a zero emissions electric vehicle, which can be charged from household 110v or 220v outlets. The vehicle features a lithium battery system, powered by two rear mounted Remy traction motors, will travel approximately 100 miles per charge, has a top speed electronically limited at 90 mph, and will go from 0 to 60 in under 8 seconds.
To learn more, visit the AMP website at http://www.ampelectricvehicles.com.
About AMP Holding Inc.
AMP was founded in 2007 by automotive industry veterans who have created several hi-tech companies. Currently, the AMP team is comprised of top engineers and business executives, as well as two key pioneers of GM’s EV1 project. AMP’s first all electric demonstration models were the Chevrolet Equinox, the Saturn Sky, and Pontiac Solstice. Since its inception, AMP’s unique electrification technology has proven to be an idea that has generated an extreme amount of interest, with inquiries coming from around the world. AMP’s intent is to electrify a wide range of OEM vehicles and SUVs, and expects to announce new model additions in 2011. The Company expects its vehicle electrification technology will provide new solutions to America’s energy demands.
To learn more, visit the AMP website at http://www.ampelectricvehicles.com.
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The all-new 2011 Kia Optima has been named to Auto A Fondo’s “Top 10 Best Buy Cars for 2011” list. The Kia Optima has been honored in the four-door sedan category of the list. The 2011 Optima has also recently earned a five-star crash safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as well as being named one of the “Top 10 Cars to Look Forward to in 2011” by CarsDirect.com
The “Top 10 Best Buy Cars” list is selected by a panel of Hispanic automotive professionals that are required to review and compare which new cars offer the best value in each intended segment. Auto A Fondo says that for a car to make the top ten list it must offer innovative engineering, good exterior design, best-in-class ergonomics, an excellent ride, outstanding fit and finish and complete content packaging, while still coming in at a competitive price.
The 2011 Kia Optima and Kia are very proud of the honor that has been bestowed upon them by Auto A Fondo. Kia strives to offer safe, affordable cars that provide excellent value. The Kia Optima is available in three trims: the LX, EX and SX.
Kansas State Cars.com is excited for Kia and the recent awards that the 2011 Kia Optima has received. Kansas State Cars supports Kansas State University by fulfilling a commitment to Kansas State athletics and a corporate sponsorship with the K-State Alumni Association. This support helps fund student scholarships, facility enhancements and alumni programs, ensuring that K-State’s longstanding traditions of excellence in athletics, academics and alumni programming will continue for years to come.
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Financial services provider USAA has added a new car pricing report from leading car pricing website TrueCar.com to USAA’s online car buying service , giving shoppers direct access to see the full range of prices others are paying for new cars in their area when data is available. The result is that buyers will be able to see all of their pricing options at a glance to help them get the best possible deal on a new car.
“At USAA, we’re committed to demystifying the car-buying process to make it easier for members to purchase a car. We believe providing objective information, like that offered by TrueCar, is essential to achieving that goal,” said David Bohne, president of USAA Federal Savings Bank. “By adding TrueCar’s market-specific price comparative data to our site, we are giving our members all the tools they need to get a great deal on their dream car.”
The TrueCar Price Report provides real-time data by processing thousands of car sales transactions each day. This data is displayed in clear, easy-to-read graphs, which provide the full range of prices paid by other people for the exact same vehicle in a given market area. In addition, the report calculates the dealer cost structure of a vehicle – TrueCost – providing another tool to empower car buyers to shop with confidence.
For example, a member in Los Angeles, Calif. may see a sticker price of $ 21,615 for a 2009 Honda Accord Sedan 4 Dr. I4 Man LX. Then, the USAA online car buying service’s TrueCar Price Report shows that the same vehicle costs an average of $ 19,484, while the USAA member price is $ 17,885.
“Knowing whether or not you are getting a great deal is at the core of car buyer frustration,” says Scott Painter, TrueCar Chief Executive Officer. “Providing price confidence by knowing what others paid plus cost structure and all available incentives gives buyers peace of mind.”
USAA’s online car buying service also enables customers to “build” their dream car, get a no haggle price from a local dealer, insure the vehicle*, secure a loan, and then walk in to pick up the car with money in hand. USAA provides additional value for its car-buying members with special offers from major carmakers such as GM and Mercedes, and through its relationship with Zag, the company that powers USAA’s online car buying service.
More than 225,000 USAA members use USAA’s online car buying service each month. Since its launch in 2007, more than 55,000 new and used cars and trucks have been purchased through the program, with a total savings of more than $ 96 million off of MSRP for new cars.
About USAA
USAA, a diversified financial services group of companies, is among the leading providers of financial planning, insurance, investments, and banking products to members of the U.S. military and their families. For the past three years, BusinessWeek magazine ranked USAA among the top two “Customer Service Champs,” highlighting the association’s legendary commitment of providing highly competitive financial products for 7.3 million members. For more information about USAA, or to learn more about membership, visit usaa.com.
USAA means United Services Automobile Association and its insurance, banking and investment and other companies. Banks Member FDIC.
*Auto insurance provided by United Services Automobile Association, USAA Casualty Insurance Company, USAA General Indemnity Company, Garrison Property and Casualty Insurance Company or USAA Texas County Mutual Insurance Company.
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Dimostra Automuseo Introduces 21st Century Technology to the Classic Car Hobby
1935 Bugatti
Chicago, IL (PRWEB) March 25, 2011
Dimostra was conceived on the concept that regardless of the size or value of a collection, car enthusiasts are proud of their cars and are willing to share their collection with fellow enthusiasts. “As rare collector cars become more valuable, their presence in public will continue to diminish. Dimostra hopes to bridge this void in the collector car market” says David Nawrocki, president and founder of Dimostra Automuseo.
“We want to feature and celebrate a car’s beauty and history in a contemporary environment online with fellow car enthusiasts.”
“We enjoy partnering with collectors to build what turns into an intangible extension of their personal garage, restoration project or complete collection so that, whether it’s for the passion or the practicality of buying and selling cars, the portfolios are preserved and organized intelligently in a way that compliments the integrity of the collector.”
Based in Chicago, Dimostra Automuseo works with its service partners from all over the world to serve domestic and international clients. For the company’s latest news and industry headlines, fans may follow Dimostra Automuseo on Facebook and Twitter. For more information, please visit http://www.dimostra.com.
CONTACT:
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Sports fans share a passion for the games and teams they love, and often share another passion as well — cars. With that in mind ESPN.com and Autobytel Inc. (Nasdaq: ABTL) today launched ESPN Cars powered by Autobytel – a new section of ESPN.com powered by Autobytel where sports fans can access new vehicle pricing, ratings, photos, specifications, videos and reviews, and utilize tools that let them configure, compare and view new models across brands.
At its launch the new ESPN Cars section will exclusively contain content provided by Autobytel, with future content being provided by both sites, including features about sports personalities and their cars. The site will also allow fans to receive no-haggle price quotes for new and used cars through Autobytel.com’s thousands of accredited dealers nationwide.
“ESPN.com’s core audience is young, dynamic men, and we want to serve their interests as completely as possible,” said John Kosner, senior vice president and general manager, ESPN New Media. “Cars, trucks and the sports stars who drive them are a particular passion for our fans. This collaboration with Autobytel allows us to provide fans with the information they seek.”
“We’re pleased to extend our vehicle information and buying program to the leading sports destination on the Web, giving ESPN.com users access to world-class automotive content and access to thousands of dealers to help them get great deals on cars,” said Autobytel President and CEO Rick Post. “We are excited to provide this prime car-buying audience with the research tools and automotive information they need to make smart, confident and convenient buying decisions through our network of dealers.”
Under the agreement, the ESPN Cars section will be co-branded and maintained through cooperative efforts from both parties. Autobytel will manage all e-commerce functions and will host the pages on its servers.
About Autobytel
Autobytel Inc. (Nasdaq: ABTL), a leading Internet automotive marketing services company, helps retailers sell cars and manufacturers build brands through marketing, advertising, data and CRM (customer relationship management) products and programs. The Company owns and operates the automotive websites Autobytel.com, Autoweb.com, Carsmart.com, Car.com, AutoSite.com, Autoahorros.com, and CarTV.com, as well as AIC (Automotive Information Center), a trusted industry source of automotive marketing data and technology for over 20 years. Autobytel is also a leader in dealership lead management and CRM solutions and owns and operates AVV, Inc., a top provider of dealership CRM and sales management products, and Retention Performance Marketing, Inc., (RPM®), which powers dealerships with cutting-edge customer loyalty and retention marketing programs. Autobytel was the most visited new car buying and research destination in 2004, reaching millions of car shoppers as they made their vehicle buying decisions. Autobytel Inc. is the only company to achieve top rankings for both its lead management and lead generation services among the nation’s top100 Internet dealers.
About ESPN.com
ESPN.com, a division of ESPN Inc., is the leading provider of sports on the Internet. ESPN.com, which is also home to ESPNdeportes.com, ESPNsoccernet.com and ABCSports.com, also works in conjunction with the Walt Disney Internet Group.
ESPN, Inc. is the worldÂs leading multinational, multimedia sports entertainment company featuring a portfolio of over 50 multimedia sports assets. The company is comprised of seven domestic television networks (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Classic, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes, ESPNU (launching March 2005), ESPN Today), ESPN HD, ESPN2 HD (launched January 2005), ESPN Regional Television, ESPN International (networks and syndication), ESPN Radio, ESPN.com, ESPN The Magazine, SportsTicker, ESPN Enterprises, ESPN Zones (sports-themed restaurants), and other growing new businesses including ESPN 360 (broadband), ESPN Mobile, ESPN Video-on-Demand, ESPN Interactive and ESPN PPV. Based in Bristol, Conn., ESPN is 80 percent owned by ABC, Inc., which is an indirect subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company. The Hearst Corporation holds a 20 percent interest in ESPN.
CONTACT:
Autobytel Inc. Media Relations
Melanie Webber, Autobytel Inc. 949.862.3023 or melaniew at autobytel.com
Joe Foster, RBI Communications 323.960.1360 x13 or joe at rbicom.com
ESPN Communications 860.766.2000
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Advertised new car prices are easy to find. But actual automobile sale prices, the final sale figures reached through dealer-seller negotiation, have been hard to pin down. Many new-car pricing sites, run by industry insiders rather than consumers, offer list or dealer-derived prices rather than real-life final sale prices.
Until now, that is. DealerDrop.com today announced the launch of its new car pricing site , an online community that allows consumers to view and share data on the final sale price of their new car. DealerDrop.com is an interactive web site designed to inform people about actual sales prices being offered on new cars, helping them to understand local pricing at a glance and allowing them to make smarter decisions when purchasing a new vehicle. The site empowers new car shoppers, allowing them to research other people’s final car sale prices to find out how much they should expect to pay for their new car.
DealerDrop’s simple interface and powerful search function features provide consumers with the ability to hone in on prices based on sub-model, dealership, and geographic area. In addition to finding actual new car prices, consumers are able to review and share additional information, including
– Specific pricing data for vehicles, down to the trim level
– Dealership performance ratings
Finding this information on DealerDrop.com is absolutely free, and does not require users to register.
“We created DealerDrop to allow consumers to discover quickly what the actual sales price for a new car in their area is— something none of the leading web sites provide,” said Eric Rafia, DealerDrop CEO. “In addition, we plan to add additional tools that take the headache out of the new car negotiating process.”
About DealerDrop.com
DealerDrop.com is a site focused on empowering automotive consumers, providing them with the tools and information needed to purchase a new car at a great price. DealerDrop.com brings new car shoppers together, allowing them to share their pricing and buying experience data. To search the DealerDrop database, visit http://www.dealerdrop.com.
Contact:
Eric Rafia
Phone: 408-399-3995
E-mail: pr @ dealerdrop.com
http://www.dealerdrop.com
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OpenCarPrice.com is Changing the Rules of the Game for New-Car Shopping
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San Mateo, CA (PRWEB) March 27, 2008
OpenCarPrice.com (http://www.opencarprice.com) is a growing online community where people share and compare deals and prices for new cars. Instead of getting stressed out in negotiating with car salesmen, car shoppers can use the power of community to get the best deals with little hassle!
According to NADA, identical cars can sell for prices that vary by hundreds, or even thousands of dollars. Dealers get away with that because car shoppers rarely know the real market prices of a car. Not any more! OpenCarPrice.com has 1000s of actual paid car prices and real quotes that people have received from dealers. You can quickly find out the market price of any car and use it as the basis to come up a fair price.
Pricing of new cars can be complicated and confusing. Who else would be in a better position to help than the people who are looking to buy the same car? By sharing details, car shoppers can quickly compare notes and validate prices with the community.
With the collective knowledge of the community, car shoppers no longer have to play the game of negotiation with car salesmen. “It is just incredible to see the actual deals that other people are getting – It gives you the leverage and confidence in negotiating the price,” a member named “Mikey” from California told us in an email. “After doing my research on OpenCarPrice for an Audi A4, I made a take-or-leave offer to a dealer. The salesman called me back in 5 minutes and accepted it. I bought the car I wanted at an amazing price in 15 minutes!”
About OpenCarPrice.com
OpenCarPrice.com is an online community for car shoppers to share and compare deals and prices for new cars. By aggregating the collective knowledge of new-car buyers, OpenCarPrice.com levels the playing fields with dealers and helps consumers get the best deals with little hassle.
Contact Information
Frank Wang
http://www.opencarprice.com
frank @ opencarprice.com
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Synovate Survey Reveals Whether Consumers Will Stay Away from Electric Powertrain Vehicles Because They Don’t Understand How They Work
Chart 1: Alt Fuel Statement Results
Detroit, MI (Vocus/PRWEB) March 10, 2011
New research from global market research firm Synovate suggests that consumer knowledge about hybrid power trains is so low that it could prove a significant barrier to sales. Even though electric powertrains, especially Hybrids, have been available for 10 years, new vehicle buyers remain woefully ignorant about even the basics.
Few among those surveyed know that Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) contain electric batteries, and only two-thirds know that HEVs use both gasoline and batteries. Many think that HEVs need to be plugged in. Only one-third of people surveyed know that HEVs can run on the electric motor only. Naturally, then, when the industry asserts that emissions are lower with hybrid vehicles, the claim is difficult for many people to understand.
See Chart 1.
When it comes to Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) the situation is even worse. While many know that PHEVs have a plug and need to be plugged in, most survey respondents did not think that PHEVs used gasoline, either as a source or in conjunction with an electric motor. Equally concerning is the fact that less than half of all new vehicle buyers know that PHEVs can run in all electric mode.
Knowledge of how Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) work is somewhat higher, but there is still widespread confusion about charge times, operation and emissions.
As Stephen Popiel, senior vice president of Synovate Motoresearch, says, “This low level of understanding about the way in which electric powertrain vehicles work will have profound consequences for vehicle sales. In the short term, dealers will have to spend an inordinate amount of time explaining the workings of PHEVs and BEVs to interested buyers. We have to wonder if consumers will become disillusioned when they understand the actual requirements of electric vehicles. Will the person who goes to their Chevy dealer to buy a Volt, or their Nissan dealer to buy a Leaf, still buy the vehicle once they discover the need for plugs and 220 volt outlets? And, if they become discouraged with the electric option, will they stay and buy a different Chevy or Nissan vehicle? Or simply leave in confusion?”
The bigger question, according to Popiel, is, “Whose job is it to educate consumers about these powertrains?” First mover advantage can bring glory but also the need to educate consumers. Is it in the best interest of Nissan to educate the market about electric vehicles?
The answer, according to Popiel is both yes and no. “Yes, they must to help build their sales. But also no, as they will simply gives other OEMs a long set of coat-tails to ride on.”
Clearly, there is a role for government to play, beyond just legislating quotas. “There needs to be a significant consumer education process to explain why we must move from a petroleum-based powertrain to an electric based powertrain,” said Popiel. “The awareness campaign would have to address questions of environmental protection and national security, i.e. dependence on foreign oil leaves our society vulnerable to outside disruptions.”
And, of course, consumers need to understand what the new powertrain vehicles will mean to their driving behaviors and vehicle maintenance habits. Long-term success of the electrification of the fleet will only come about with a better-educated consumer. According to Popiel, “The C and D grades consumers earned in our research simply aren’t good enough to support the profound societal shift the industry will need to deliver federally-mandated quotas.”
About the Synovate ‘Alternative Fuels’ survey
This automotive survey was conducted between October 22 and November 2, 2010 in the United States with 1898 new vehicle buyers and intenders by Synovate eNation. Respondents for this survey were selected via a systematic random sample from among those who have agreed to participate in Synovate Panel surveys. The Synovate online panel is composed of almost one million U.S. adults who have been recruited to regularly participate in Synovate’s online surveys. Data were weighted by vehicle ownership to reflect the new vehicle market. The respondents were asked the following questions:
Q6. Below are some statements that may or may not apply to different vehicles technologies. Please select all the attributes that you feel describe each of these technologies
See Chart 2.
About Synovate
Synovate, the market research arm of Aegis Group plc, generates insights to help clients drive competitive brand, product and customer experience strategies. A truly borderless company with offices in over 60 countries, our approach combines best in class global research capabilities with personalized service, local knowledge and the flexibility to create teams and processes that meet clients’ specific requirements. At Synovate, our clients sit at the top of our organizational chart, driving us to continually develop more innovative research solutions that predict actual business outcomes.
For more information visit http://www.synovate.com
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Used Car Search Engine
(PRWEB) November 14, 2004
The latest craze on the internet is buying cars online. Many have successfully bought cars on many of the major car sites on the internet, but there’s always been one problem. It’s known that most of us, would like a luxury car, a sports car, or a sport utility vehicle, but unfortunately not everyone can afford the prices being charged online for such vehicles. It’s now become easier to do a used car search.
A new site was launched a few months ago that carries a large database of cars that are affordable to the average working class individual. All major models and brands are listed at prices that are up to 90% off the retail value, and no that’s not a typo. Upon further review of the site, it states that these cars are seized Cars, Trucks, and SUV’s that have been auctioned off or will be auctioned off by the Government & Banks.
You can start your search for your new car by taking a visit to the site: http://www.used-car-searching.info
There are guaranteed to be listings in each state, so you are sure to find a bargain among the thousands of listings currently available. It’s truly worth reviewing for yourself. Some cars start as low as $ 100, obviously for the used and slightly older vehicles, but even those are a great bargain for your kids first vehicle. There is something for everyone on the site. All makes & models from economy to luxury vehicles.
Each vehicle has clean titles, with low miles, and the majority were seized by Police, IRS, Customs, or the DEA. You can purchase directly from the source and get tremendous savings. If you are searching for a used car, or a new car, then I’ll recommend you take a visit and try it yourself. If you’re like me, you’ll probably find a good bargain, as my next purchase will be directly from this site.
Contact Website For More Information:
http://www.used-car-searching.info
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Consumers looking to save money on car insurance now have an independent source for free car insurance quotes, industry news, and consumer tips at CarInsurance.org. This new site provides allows users to answer a few simple questions, and then compare auto insurance quotes from a number of established, nationwide car insurance companies.
People looking to cut expenses can save a considerable amount of money by getting cheaper auto insurance. CarInsurance.org provides users with competitive auto insurance quotes from a variety of companies across the nation. Consumers reap the rewards of cheap car insurance, as the companies are competing for their business and offer the lowest rates available.
Visitors to CarInsurance.org can get free auto insurance quotes by simply typing in their zip code and then answering a few quick questions. The user is then presented with custom auto insurance quotes from select auto insurance companies, and can apply for insurance with the company of their choice. These are established companies with a long-record of customer satisfaction, and able to provide all levels of auto insurance to drivers in any of the United States.
CarInsurance.org is also a comprehensive source of independent information about car insurance, industry news and consumer tips. This equips our visitors with valuable information so they make informed decisions when searching for cheap car insurance quotes. CarInsurance.org is the newest auto insurance portal on the net, and the easiest way for consumers to save money on car insurance.
About CarInsurance.org:
CarInsurance.org helps consumers get free car insurance quotes online as well learn about the car insurance industry. We feature free quotes from trustworthy companies in our nationwide network of auto insurance providers.
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