Latest Land Transport Stories

Following an article published by the Insurance Journal, Bay Fastening Systems details 5 interesting facts about the trucking industry. Bohemia, NY (PRWEB) May 27, 2013 On May 27, Bay Fastening Systems comments on 5 facts to know about the trucking industry, listed in the Insurance Journal. Bay Fastening Systems, a distributor of fasteners like the pop rivet to the trucking industry, recaps 5 interesting facts about the trucking industry. 1.    Intermodal...

Ahead of Memorial Day, the official kick-off to the summer season, Kars4kids, a national car donation charity, released a guide to summer road safety. Lakewood, NJ (PRWEB) May 26, 2013 According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the summer holidays are the most dangerous days to drive. July Fourth, Labor Day and Memorial Day each surpass New Year’s Eve and Thanksgiving as the holidays with the most fatalities. There are many factors that lead to the dangers,...

Seattle attorney Chris Davis reminds parents across the country that nearly 16 teen drivers are killed in car accidents during the 100-day span from Memorial Day to Labor Day each summer. Seattle, WA (PRWEB) May 23, 2013 The arrival of summer vacation may be an exciting time for teen drivers each year, but data published by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) shows that the risk of being killed in a car accident nearly doubles for teens age 15-19 during the 100-day span between...

Reportedly, Skoda India is gearing up to introduce the latest edition of Octavia in Indian market in the second half of 2013. Delhi, Delhi (PRWEB) May 23, 2013 Built on the MQB platform, the all new Skoda Octavia has been spotted conducting few test drives on various Indian terrains. India’s leading online portal for posting the particulars about used and new cars, Gaadi.com believes that the all new Skoda Octavia will measure 90 mm in length and 45 mm in width when compared to the...

Second only to July Fourth, Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest for car travel. In fact, AAA estimates that last year almost 31 million Americans traveled by car during Memorial Day weekend. Ontario, CA (PRWEB) May 23, 2013 With Memorial Day quickly approaching, travel plans are in the works for many Americans and that means crowded highways. Second only to July Fourth, Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest for car travel. In fact, AAA estimates that last year almost 31...

Jim Ellis Chevrolet and Corvette Atlanta Donate $4,000 to Shepherd Center after tour of facilities. Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) May 24, 2013 Corvette enthusiasts gathered at Jim Ellis Chevrolet on April 20th to browse one of the largest collections of Corvettes in Georgia and support a great cause during the 5th Annual Spring Corvette Show. Proceeds from the event, which is co-sponsored by Corvette Atlanta, were donated to Atlanta’s Shepherd Center, a globally renowned spinal and head injury...

Beach Ford in Myrtle Beach Carries the Incredible Ford Explorer MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The new 2013 Ford Explorer has been receiving some high praise for its incredible performance and 7-passenger seating but the one thing that is amazing consumers is its fuel efficiency. The 2013 Ford Explorer is one of the most technically advanced SUV's available and it offers so many features that it would definitely hold its own against any of the luxury SUV's....

TOPEKA, Kan., May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The vast majority of today's automotive buyers are turning to the internet and automotive researchers for information to help them make the best possible buying decision. With the average price of a new car crossing the $30,000 mark it's more important than ever those buyers find the right vehicle and that the vehicle delivers the best quality possible. This month Strategic Vision released their Total Quality Awards for the winners...

Discounts available on new and pre-owned inventory MILFORD, Ohio, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- With the long holiday weekend ready to get underway, the sales team at Mike Castrucci Chevrolet is gearing up for a long weekend of work. While the rest of the community is barbecuing and honoring the sacrifices of those who have worn the uniform of the United States military, the Mike Castrucci Chevrolet team is putting on one of their biggest sales of the year that features...

Powered on clean-burning diesel fuel, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter brings even more variety to Los Angeles's most diverse line-up of rental vehicles LOS ANGELES, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Americans identify the Mercedes-Benz brand with the finest in luxury and sports cars. Europeans, however, have long known that Mercedes is also the manufacturer of some of the finest vans on the road. California Rent-A-Car prides itself on being the place for a short or long term car rental Los...