July 25, 2013
Daniela de Jesus is the New Face of Maybelline New York
Leading cosmetic brand Maybelline New York announced today that Mexican beauty Daniela de Jesus has been signed to the brand as a spokeswoman.
“Maybelline New York is delighted to have Daniela with us, representing the positive spirit, cosmopolitan energy, and fashion edge of the brand,” said Damien Bertrand, Global Brand President of Maybelline New York.
Born in La Paz, Mexico, Daniela was discovered and signed to Major Model Management in 2005 after participating in her country’s national beauty pageant, Nuestra Belleza Mexico. Since then, Daniela has walked the runway for Jean Paul Gaultier, Giambattista Valli, Vivienne Westwood, Marchesa, Mara Hoffman, Betsey Johnson, and Alexandre Vauthier, among others. She has been featured in advertising campaigns for Emporio Armani, Victoria’s Secret, Ralph Lauren Fragrances, and Guess.
Daniela will make her Maybelline New York debut in print and television advertising campaigns in late 2013.
Maybelline New York cosmetics are available in over 100 countries.
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June 6, 2013
World War Z - World Premiere
Photo: The ‘World War Z’ Fan Screening at Cine Capitol in Madrid, Spain, on June 21, 2013. (Photo © Juan Naharro Gimenez /Getty Images).
Photo: A view of atmosphere inside the theater during the Paris premiere of “World War Z” at Cinema UGC Normandie on June 3, 2013 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images For Paramount. © 2013 Getty Images).
Photo: A view of the film poster displayed next to the entrance to the Lido cabaret during the Paris premiere of “World War Z” at Cinema UGC Normandie on June 3, 2013 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images For Paramount. © 2013 Getty Images).
Photo: Angelina Jolie (R) and Brad Pitt (rear R) meet with fans as they sign autograph upon their arrival for the Paris premiere of “World War Z” at Cinema UGC Normandie on June 3, 2013 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images For Paramount. © 2013 Getty Images).
Photo: Actors Angelina Jolie (L) and Brad Pitt attend the World Premiere of ‘World War Z’ at The Empire Cinema Leicester Square on June 2, 2013 in London, England. (Photo © 2013 Dave M. Benett/WireImage for Paramount).
Photo: Actress Angelina Jolie attends the World Premiere of ‘World War Z’ at The Empire Cinema Leicester Square on June 2, 2013 in London, England. (Photo © 2013 Dave M. Benett/WireImage for Paramount).
Photo: Matt Bellamy of Muse performs at the ‘World War Z’ World Premiere at Horse Guards Parade on June 2, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Jo Hale/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures International. © 2013 Getty Images).
Photo: Dutch film producer, director and actor Ludi Boeken attends the World Premiere of ‘World War Z’ at The Empire Cinema on June 2, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures International. © 2013 Getty Images).
Photo: A general view of the crowd during the Muse performance at the ‘World War Z’ World Premiere at Horse Guards Parade on June 2, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Lucian Capellaro/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures International. © 2013 Getty Images).
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August 17, 2012
Lily Collins becomes the newest Movado Brand Ambassador
Luxury watch company Movado announced that actress Lily Collins has joined its roster of brand ambassadors. Lily will be featured in Movado’s updated ‘Modern Ahead of its Time’ advertising campaign shot by fashion photographer Carter Smith.
“We are so thrilled to have Lily Collins join the Movado team as our newest brand ambassador,” stated Mary Leach, Movado Group Chief Marketing Officer. “Lily has such natural presence and a unique and confident sense of her own style. She embodies the brand’s core values of artistry, innovation and has a real passion for excellence.”
Movado Group, Inc. designs, manufactures, and distributes Movado, EBEL, Concord, ESQ Movado, Coach, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Juicy Couture, Tommy Hilfiger, and Ferrari branded watches worldwide.
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April 8, 2012
Pepsi NEXT — Actress Eva Longoria Serves Up First Sips in New York
Photos: Eva Longoria serves New Yorkers first sips of new Pepsi NEXT— real cola taste with 60% less sugar.
Today, Eva Longoria, actress and star of the hit TV show, Desperate Housewives, surprised New Yorkers with a first taste of new Pepsi NEXT, which, according to PepsiCo, is the first cola to deliver real cola taste with 60% less sugar than Pepsi-Cola.
To continue fueling the “Drink it to Believe it” excitement, actress and star of Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, Paula Patton, will bring Pepsi NEXT to Los Angeles fans on Monday, April 9, the company further announced.
“When it comes to Pepsi NEXT, tasting is believing,” said Angelique Krembs, Vice President TM Pepsi Marketing. “Whether it’s partnering with Eva and Paula to serve up free sips, sampling at local Walmart Supercenter stores across the country or inviting fans to “try” Pepsi NEXT online, it’s all about encouraging a first taste. We know that once cola lovers taste Pepsi NEXT, they’ll believe real cola flavor with 60% less sugar than Pepsi-Cola is possible.”
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May 15, 2011
Pirates of the Caribbean take over Cannes
Photo: Actor Johnny Depp attends the “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” photocall at the Palais des Festivals during the 64th Cannes Film Festival on May 14, 2011 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Francois Durand. © 2011 Getty Images).
Photo: (L-R) Actress Astrid Berges-Frisbey and actor Johnny Depp attend the “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” photocall at the Palais des Festivals during the 64th Cannes Film Festival on May 14, 2011 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Francois Durand. © 2011 Getty Images).
Photo: Actress Penelope Cruz attends the “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” photocall at the Palais des Festivals during the 64th Cannes Film Festival on May 14, 2011 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Andreas Rentz. © 2011 Getty Images).
Photo: Actress Astrid Berges-Frisbey attends the “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” photocall at the Palais des Festivals during the 64th Cannes Film Festival on May 14, 2011 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain. © 2011 Getty Images).
Photo: Actor Johnny Depp (R) and actress Penelope Cruz attend the “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” photocall at the Palais des Festivals during the 64th Cannes Film Festival on May 14, 2011 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain. © 2011 Getty Images).
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April 26, 2011
New York International Auto Show 2011: April 22 - May 1
Photo: 2012 Subaru Impreza at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: 2012 Nissan Versa at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Concept A Class at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: Chrysler 300C Executive at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: 2012 Audi A7 at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: SCION FR-S Concept at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: Honda Civic Si Coupe at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: 2013 Taurus LTD at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: 2012 Hyundai Accent at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
Photo: Kia Motors Globally Debuts All-New 2012 Rio at New York International Auto Show.
Photo: Laura Soave, Head of Fiat Brand North America, introducing the 2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
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April 4, 2011
Cola-Cola and the Band "Maroon 5" Release Track Created in 24 Hours
“Is Anybody Out There” by the band, Maroon 5, featuring PJ Morton, now available for free download.
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Last week music history was made as fans from 139 countries across the world tuned in to watch and inspire the band, Maroon 5, as they wrote and recorded a brand new track in just 24hrs at the Coca-Cola Music 24hr Session.
Today, “Is Anybody Out There”, the up-tempo track created at the session, is released for free download at www.cocacola.com/music. For the first 100,000 downloads, Coca-Cola will make a donation to support Replenish Africa Initiative (RAIN) in their work to provide access to safe drinking water to communities in Africa. The band entered Metropolis studios in London at 5pm GMT on March 22 and worked around the clock to create the track using inspiration sent in by fans via the @Coca-Cola Twitter stream.
Over 350,000 views were logged on the live stream throughout the duration of the session as fans tuned in to watch the creative process unfold. Providing inspiration for the song, over 25,000 fans tweeted their thoughts and messages of support to the band in the studio.
Commenting at the end of the 24hrs, Adam Levine of Maroon 5 said; “This has been an amazing and entirely unique experience. It was 24hrs of creativity, brought to you by Coca-Cola. We’d like to thank all our fans for their Tweets of support, ideas and inspiration throughout a really productive and intense 24hrs.”
Click at the link below to hear the song. You may download it for free.
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March 31, 2011
Madame Ines de la Fressange: New Global Spokesperson for L'Oreal Paris
Photo: The first French model to achieve international acclaim, Madame Ines de la Fressange, is now joining the family of Ambassadors for L’Oreal Paris. (Foto © L’Oreal Paris).
The extremely active mother of two daughters, the new L’Oreal Paris Ambassadress Ines de la Fressange has just published her Fashion Style Guide “Parisian Chic”.
In 1991 she created her own brand “Ines de la Fressange”, and in 2008, for her 50th birthday, she appeared on the cover of ELLE France.
“Ines de la Fressange, our new L’Oreal Paris spokeswoman, has divine grace, that very contemporary way of being a woman, at once free, unexpected and mesmerizing. An accomplished model, mother and designer, she leads a full life. I am delighted that she is bringing that irresistible ‘je ne sais quoi’ to the brand,” said Cyril Chapuy, Global Brand President of L’Oreal Paris.
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March 16, 2011
International Poster Art Shows: Water is Life!
Photo: Winning Poster by Pawel Dadok, Poland.
‘Water is Life’. Under this slogan, the German Sanitation, Heating and Air Conditioning Association (ZVSHK) held an international poster competition in which 4,862 artists from 83 countries took part.
“With our poster competition, we wanted to address the problems caused by water shortage and water wastage on a worldwide scale. The competition seeks to raise people’s awareness of how important it is to have secure access to clean drinking water,” explained Manfred Stather, the President of the ZVSHK, at the award ceremony in Frankfurt.
The entry from Polish artist, Pawel Dadok, was declared the winner. His poster shows a person, in peaceful coexistence with different wild animals, drinking from a water hole. The poster caption has the following challenge for the observer: “Behave yourself. Be an animal. Water is life.”
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March 14, 2011
adidas Unveils "all adidas" Brand Campaign, its Largest Ever Marketing Effort
• adidas today unveiled the “all adidas” global brand campaign. The campaign showcases adidas’ distinctive presence across different cultures and lifestyles fusing the world of sports, music and fashion.
The new campaign, launching March 16, captures the passion athletes, musicians and artists put into their “game”.
The campaign is directed by Romain Gavras and features the song “Civilization” by French electronic band Justice.
The campaign is built around a 30- and 60-second TV commercial and a two-minute extended online version.
“Today’s consumers are not one-dimensional,” said Patrik Nilsson, president of adidas America. “They live across the cultural spectrum and that’s where adidas has its edge. The adidas brand extends beyond sports and ‘all adidas’ celebrates this breadth of passion from athletes, musicians, artists and beyond. The new campaign allows us to create stronger, truer connections with the consumer by encouraging and celebrating a mix of interests and passions central to their lives.”
• adidas designs and develops a broad range of athletic and fashion footwear, apparel and accessories. Brand adidas is part of the adidas Group that includes adidas, Reebok, TaylorMade and Rockport.
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March 3, 2011
Coca-Cola Music: One Band. 24 Hours. A Brand New Song Inspired By Fans Across The World.
Photo: Maroon 5.
• On March 22 live from London, Coca-Cola and the band, Maroon 5, are bringing fans from around the world together.
For one epic session, fans will be invited to inspire the band “Maroon 5” as they compose an original song from start to finish in just 24 hours. Enabled by innovative interactive projection technology, fans will be given a virtual all-access pass to the studio by visiting www.coca-cola.com/music, where they will be able to interact with the band and lend their creative inspiration to lyrics, riffs and rhythms for the new song. They’ll get to contribute throughout the process and, at the end of 24 hours, will have helped inspire a hot new Maroon 5 track to share with the world.
The 24hr Session is part of “Coca-Cola Music,” an innovative new music program from Coca-Cola that will give teens the inside track on the creation of music and the opportunity to view the industry’s leading artists at work.
“Coca-Cola has a long history of using the power of music to bring people together from around the world in the most relevant and compelling ways,” said Joe Belliotti, Director of Global Entertainment Marketing, The Coca-Cola Company. “We are excited to be working with Maroon 5. They have a huge global following and a strong track record of producing great music. They have worked closely with us to help shape the event and ensure the session will be a fun and engaging experience for fans no matter where in the world they are.”
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February 13, 2011
NASCAR Sprint Cup
Photo: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe’s Chevrolet, leads Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 FedEx Toyota, during practice for the NASCAR Budweiser Shootout at Daytona International Speedway on February 11, 2011 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by John Harrelson/Getty Images for NASCAR. © Getty Images.)
Photo: Jimmie Johnson (R), driver of the #48 Lowe’s Chevrolet, and his wife Chandra (L) play with their daughter Genevieve Marie on the grid prior to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series AAA 400 at Dover International Speedway on September 26, 2010 in Dover, Delaware. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images for NASCAR. © Getty Images.)
Photo: Juan Pablo Montoya, driver of the #42 Target Chevrolet, and Clint Bowyer, driver of the #33 BB&T Chevrolet, lead the field to the green flag to start the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series AMP Energy Juice 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on October 31, 2010 in Talladega, Alabama. (Photo by Rusty Jarrett/Getty Images for NASCAR. © Getty Images.)
Photo: Johanna Long, driver of the #20 Panhandle Grading & Paving Toyota, stands on the garage area during practice for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series WinStar World Casino 350k at Texas Motor Speedway on November 4, 2010 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Todd Warshaw/Getty Images. © Getty Images.)
Photo: Tony Stewart, driver of the #14 Office Depot Chevrolet, leads a line of cars during the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Price Chopper 400 on October 3, 2010 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Todd Warshaw/Getty Images. © Getty Images.)
Photo: Five-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson (L) signs autographs during Day 2 of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champions Week at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on December 1, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jerry Markland/Getty Images for NASCAR. © Getty Images.)
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January 28, 2011
Global Texting Champions Crowned at the LG Mobile World Cup in New York City
Team Panama Wins USD $100,000 and Claims the Title of Fastest, Most Accurate Texters in the World.
Photo: Sisters from Panama win the 2011 LG Mobile World Cup.
At the second annual LG Mobile World Cup, the sister duo, Cristina Sales Ancines age 20, and Jennifer Sales Ancines, age 15, from Panama, were named as the “World’s Fastest Texters.” They defeated competitors from 16 countries to take home the title of LG Mobile World Cup Champions and $100,000 in prize money.
Demonstrating their skills using the LG BL20 and the LG GT350, Cristina and Jennifer texted their way into World Cup by winning the final round of game play. Contestants from South Korea were placed second and took home $20,000, while team Brazil was placed third and won $10,000.
The 2011 LG Mobile World Cup took place on January 26 in New York City. During the competition, players competed in various texting missions. In each mission, contestants were tasked with the challenge of typing in phrases on their LG mobile devices exactly as they appeared on nearby LG plasma screens with no mistakes or abbreviations.
Finalists selection for the LG Mobile World Cup began with a series of national texting contests across 16 countries including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Indonesia, Korea, Morocco, Nicaragua, Panama, Portugal, South Africa, Thailand and the U.S. After several months, 26 contestants were chosen to compete in the hopes of becoming the word’s fastest texter.
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January 20, 2011
Baume & Mercier's Garden Party in Switzerland
Photo: Baume & Mercier’s new ambassador American actress Gwyneth Paltrow (Foto © Nicolas Guerin). On the occasion of the SIHH (Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie), and to mark the start of a new chapter in its 180 year history, Baume & Mercier invited 950 guests to a garden party in Geneva, Switzerland.
Photo: French film actress Mathilda May at the 2011 Baume & Mercier garden party (Foto © Damien Keller).
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January 6, 2011
Customer Service With HumanKiosk and Live Video Attendants
Photo: MarketStar and MediaTile have teamed up to give consumers instant access to off-site knowledge experts in a personal, face-to-face manner using MediaTile’s HumanKiosk, powered by MediaCast Video Presence, 4G networking, and MarketStar’s on-call experts. The solution enables on-call experts to cover more shopping venues at a lower cost.
MarketStar, a leader in field, voice and digital sales and marketing, and The MediaTile Company, a leader in cloud-based digital signage solutions, today announced that they will be demonstrating, at the 2011 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2011), a breakthrough in customer engagement that will allow product experts to be personally accessible to more consumers in retail venues, when and where it is critical to provide immediate, face-to-face interactions with consumers.
The breakthrough solution, called the “HumanKiosk,” can help brands, and other product or service vendors, provide experts in more shopping venues, including remote or secondary markets, without the overhead and costs associated with on-site personnel.
“The HumanKiosk is an innovative and ground-breaking solution whose time has now come,” said Dave Treadway, President and CEO of MarketStar. “Using our remote on-call experts, we can now deliver the same professional services, with the same personal touch, while eliminating the overhead and logistical complexities of travel and scheduling traditionally associated with sending on-site brand advocates or field personnel to every retail location.”
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January 4, 2011
2011 North American International Auto Show to Feature 30-40 Worldwide Debuts
Photo: Hundreds of Thousands to Attend 2011 North American International Auto Show. Photo from the 2010 North American International Auto Show. Detroit, Michigan.
Photo: NAIAS attendees will be able to experience the latest in technology in a ride-and-drive format on a track built in Michigan Hall. Photo from the 2010 North American International Auto Show. Detroit, Michigan.
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) will open its doors to more than 4,500 automotive journalists with an anticipated 30-40 worldwide debuts from automotive manufacturers around the globe.
“We’re rapidly approaching January 10th when the door of Cobo Center will once again open to the NAIAS and 2011 will be another banner year for media, industry and the public alike as they will be able to explore a packed show floor,” said Barron Meade, chairman, 2011 NAIAS.
The public and media will be treated to highly anticipated debuts from exhibitors such as Audi, BMW, Chrysler, GM, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota and Volkswagen.
Photo: The all-new Honda Fit EV Concept electric vehicle made its world debut at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 17, 2010. The Fit EV Concept hints strongly at the direction and styling for Honda’s upcoming production Fit EV all-electric vehicle, which will be introduced to the U.S. and Japan in 2012.
In line with trends of other international automotive shows such as Geneva, Paris, and Frankfurt, the first press day, Monday, January 10, at the 2011 Detroit Show will feature exciting worldwide, never-before-seen products. The second press day, Tuesday, January 11, will showcase highly anticipated innovative technological advancements by auto companies and suppliers.
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“This year, at all the major international auto shows, Electric Vehicles (EVs) would be the necessary point of interest for the governments, the press, the auxiliary automotive industry, and the car makers themselves.”
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November 20, 2010
Fiat's Small-Car Formula: 2012 Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) at the Los Angeles International Auto Show
New Fiat 500 Brings Italian Style to the USA.
Photo: Media view the 2012 Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) at the Los Angeles International Auto Show.
Photo: Laura Soave, Head of Fiat Brand North America marks Fiat's return to the North American market today with the reveal of the 2012 Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. Featuring a new 1.4-liter engine with Fiat patented MultiAir technology, the 2012 Fiat 500 will be available in three models, 14 exterior colors, 14 unique seat color and material combinations, and carries a standard four-year / 50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty.
The Fiat brand marks its return to the North American market with the reveal of the 2012 Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) at the Los Angeles International Auto Show.
With its Italian styling, functionality, design and technology the new Fiat 500 is said to be relevant for an entirely new generation of drivers.
"The Fiat 500 has always been the right car at the right time," said Laura Soave, Head of Fiat Brand North America. "The new Fiat 500 now brings something truly unique to one of the fastest growing segments in North America, delivering Italian-by-design function, value and efficiency intelligently tailored for our market."
"Like the original Cinquecento a half-century ago, the new Fiat 500 changes the rules of personal transportation and delivers a new sense of individual expression and opportunity. At a time when America is getting back to basics with a fresh awareness of the environment, the new Fiat 500 identifies with today's minimalistic attitude and delivers with state-of-the-art eco-friendly technology, and it is wrapped in world-class quality, craftsmanship and style," added Soave.
Meanwhile, Chrysler Group LLC announced that it has selected 130 dealers to represent the Fiat brand in the United States.
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November 16, 2010
GM Chevrolet Volt is Motor Trend 2011 Car of the Year
Photo: The Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle with extended range capabilities drives through Times Square in New York as part of the Volt Unplugged Tour Sunday, November 7, 2010. (Photo by Emile Wamsteker for Chevrolet).
GM Chevrolet Volt was today named the 2011 Motor Trend Car of the Year by Motor Trend magazine, one of the world's premier automotive authorities.
"Chevrolet is truly honored to receive one of the world's most coveted automotive awards," said Tom Stephens, GM vice chairman for Global Product Operations. "The Volt team has worked under extraordinary circumstances to produce this breakthrough vehicle."
Photo: A newly installed Chevrolet Volt charging station on the front steps of the GM Global Headquarters in Detroit, Michigan Tuesday, October 12, 2010. (Photo by Jeffrey Sauger for General Motors).
Photo: The Chevrolet Volt Customer Advisory Board members pose with the Volt at the General Motors Milford Proving Ground were they had the opportunity to drive the electric vehicle with extended range capabilities on a closed course Tuesday, September 28, 2010 in Milford, Michigan. Chevrolet selected 15 advanced technology enthusiasts and electric vehicle advocates as the first consumers to experience the Volt every day under real-world conditions during a three-month vehicle and charging evaluation program starting in late October. Advisory board members pictured include (l to r): Eric Rotbard, Brian Wynne, Colin Summers, Lyle Dennis, Robert Becker, Chelsea Sexton, Kris Trexler, Tom Kuhn and Mark Swain. (Photo by Jeffrey Sauger for Chevrolet).
As the world's first electric vehicle with extended range capability, the Chevrolet Volt has a total driving range of about 350 miles. For the first 25 to 50 miles, the Volt drives gas- and tailpipe-emissions-free using electricity stored in its 16-kWh lithium-ion battery. When the Volt's battery runs low, a gas powered engine/generator seamlessly operates to extend the driving range more than 300 miles on a full tank.
"We expected a science experiment, but this is a moon shot," Motor Trend editors wrote for the January 2011 issue. "The Volt delivers on the promise of the vehicle concept as originally outlined by GM, combining the smooth, silent, efficient, low-emissions capability of an electric motor with the range and flexibility of an internal combustion engine. It is a fully functional, no-compromise compact automobile that offers consumers real benefits in terms of lower running costs."
The full report from Motor Trend would appear in the January 2011 issue of the magazine.
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"Timely publicity of this Motor Trend 2011 Car of the Year award would sharply augment investor confidence in GM."
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World's Fastest Man, Usain Bolt, Visits Ferrari headquarters in Maranello, Italy
Photo: World record holder and Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt took a break from his training today to visit the Ferrari headquarters in Maranello, Italy and experience a different kind of speed.
Photo: Usain Bolt poses with two Ferraris during PUMA's Bolt Collection Tour. (Foto: Luca Toni/LaPresse).
The World's Fastest Man, who has an admiration for high performance sports cars, was delighted to test some of the legendary cars of Ferrari current range. After touring the Ferrari factory, he got behind the wheel of a Ferrari 458 Italia and a Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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November 15, 2010
Honda to Unveil an All-New Electric Vehicle at Los Angeles Auto Show
Photo: New Honda vehicles are loaded into the automaker's unique fleet of 400 space-efficient Auto-Max(R) railcars outside the company's Ohio manufacturing facility. Including the Auto-Max fleet shipments, American Honda currently transports about 82 percent of its Honda and Acura automobiles across the USA by rail.
An all-new Honda electric vehicle concept will make its world debut on November 17 at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Additionally, Honda will reveal a plug-in hybrid platform showcasing the next-generation of Honda hybrid technology.
Both the electric vehicle concept and the plug-in hybrid platform along with the FCX Clarity fuel cell electric vehicle would demonstrate the company's vision for the future of personal mobility.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. President and CEO Takanobu Ito will attend the press conference, marking the first time Honda's global Honda CEO has introduced a worldwide vehicle debut during the Los Angeles Auto Show.
Details on the electric vehicle concept will be announced on November 17, 2010 at the Auto Show itself.
Photo: 2011 Honda FCX Clarity.
Photo: 2011 Honda FCX Clarity hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (illustration).
At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Honda will also display FCX Clarity, which is a sleekly styled hydrogen fuel cell-electric-powered sedan currently available on a limited retail basis in Southern California, USA.
The FCX Clarity is a key part of Honda's efforts to successfully develop, certify and distribute zero-emissions vehicles. Propelled by an electric motor that runs on electricity generated in a fuel cell, the FCX Clarity's only emission is water, and, according to Honda, its fuel efficiency is three times that of a modern gasoline (petrol) powered automobile and two times that of a gasoline (petrol) powered hybrid vehicle.
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