Archive for the 'General Automotive' Category
F-150, Camaro, Flex, Escalade Hybrid Awarded Most Accessory Friendly Vehicles
November 16, 2008
The SEMA Design Awards were created to recognize and celebrate the collaboration between original-equipment auto manufacturers and specialty-equipment businesses. In every category - from mobile electronics to performance enhancements and from interior accessories to cargo-carrying improvements - specialty-equipment businesses augment factory offerings to produce an even more pleasurable and practical automotive experience for the world’s drivers. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
No Comments »
Saleen Automotive Up For Sale
November 9, 2008
Automotive News reported today that specialty car builder Saleen Automotive is seeking a buyer. The company has experienced trying times in an industry segment that has seen slow sales due to high gas prices, tough financing and a weak economy. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
1 Comment »
Nitto Announces New Max Summer Performance Tire NT05
November 8, 2008
Nitto Tire U.S.A., Inc., announces the release of its new summer max performance tire, the NT05. The NT05 is Nitto's most aggressive non-competition street tire. The tire gets its name from the fusion of two existing tires: the NT01, Nitto's D.O.T.-approved R-compound, and the NT555, Nitto's popular UHP tire. The name signifies that the tire is based on the NT01's award-winning race technology but designed specifically for maximum street performance. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
No Comments »
Aston Martin One-77 Photos and Specs
October 31, 2008
If you haven’t heard by now, Aston Martin is developing its most powerful and limited edition supercar to date, the One-77. Aston plans to make only 77 of these cars at a price just below $2 million. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
No Comments »
Former Saleen Employees Form Performance Parts Manufacturer TECHCO
October 6, 2008
As our economy continues to suffer and new car sales are reaching record slumps, it’s refreshing to see that some companies are still dedicated to bringing us truly innovative performance automotive products. One such company is TECHCO, “The Technology Company.” I was recently invited to visit TECHCO to meet the team and check out their new operation. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
2 Comments »
U.S. $700 Billion Bailout Bill Provides Incentives for NASCAR and Motorsports Tracks
October 3, 2008
A tax break for NASCAR racetracks and other motorsports facilities is among the perks included inside a $700 billion financial-services bailout bill. New York Senator, Charles Schumer, sponsored the provision that allows motorsports facilities to be treated the same as amusement parks and other entertainment facilities for tax purposes. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
No Comments »
Chrysler Could Sell Viper Brand to Roush or Saleen.
September 15, 2008
Car and Driver magazine has recently reported that Chrysler Vice Chairman and President, Jim Press, said he hopes to sell the dying Viper brand. With a focus on turning a profit, Chrysler no longer has an interest in the hand-built Dodge Viper, which has had annual sales drop to 100. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
No Comments »
3M to Acquire Car Care Products Manufacturer, Meguiar’s Inc.
September 11, 2008
3M recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Meguiar’s Inc., the 100-year-old family business that manufactures the leading Meguiar’s brand of car care products for cleaning and protecting automotive surfaces. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
No Comments »
1938 Alfa Romeo Wins 2008 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Best of Show
August 17, 2008
A 1938 Alfa Romeo owned by Jon and Mary Shirley of Medina, Washington, was named “Best of Show” at the 58th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance held Sunday along the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
No Comments »
Ariel Atom Turns 3, Gets a New Home
August 14, 2008
One of my favorite vehicles on the road today, the Ariel Atom, is getting freshened up with a few mechanical changes and more interior room. The third-generation Atom gets an upgraded chassis with diagonal side rails to allow 3.9 inches of elbow room and an additional 2.4 inches of hip room inside the cockpit. Read More »
Posted in General Automotive |
2 Comments »
Motorator - Yours to build. Copyright © 2009 Motorator. All Rights Reserved. Motorator is a member of SEMA.
Home | Videos | Experts | Blog | About Motorator | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Community Guidelines | Contact Us
| Site Map
Home | Videos | Experts | Blog | About Motorator | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Community Guidelines | Contact Us
Want to contact Motorator?