Fast Cars

WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Automobili Lamborghini America today announced that it will host "Lamborghini Day" at The Excel Institute on Jan. 25th to give automotive students hands-on training about the super-car line of vehicles. The Italian manufacturer of hi-end luxury sports cars Automobili Lamborghini SpA, based in Sant'Agata Bolognese, is part of the family of brands owned by the Volkswagen Group. During the event, Lamborghini will have the 12-cylinder Aventador LP 700-4 and a Gallardo Spyder LP 560-4 on display while they give students an overview of the vehicles with an opportunity for the students to ask questions. Students will also be able to inspect the vehicles' engines, interiors and exteriors. The Excel Institute, which provides scholarships for vocational training in the field of automotive technology for at-risk youth and adults, i... (more)

Lotus of Austin Named #1 in North America

AUSTIN, TX -- (Marketwire) -- 01/24/12 -- John Eagle European's (http://www.johneagleeuropean.com/) Lotus of Austin (http://www.lotusofaustin.com/) was the top-selling Lotus motorcar dealer in North America for 2011. The Austin, Texas, dealership sold more new and pre-owned Lotus Evora, Elise and Exige sports cars than any other factory authorized location in the Western hemisphere. "Texans love premium luxury and high performance cars," said dealer principal Sonny Morgan. "We continue to attract people in Central Texas, as well as across the region, who are passionate about the... (more)

MAZDASPEED Visits Florida to Kick Off 2012

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- While the weather may be cold in many parts of the country, Mazda teams are warming up in sunny Florida. Multiple motorsports season-openers will be taking place at Daytona Beach, Sebring, and St. Petersburg, Florida starting this weekend and running through late March.  (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120124/LA40927) From GRAND-AM: The 2012 GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series will kick off with the 50th Anniversary Rolex 24 at Daytona this weekend.  Mazda will be seeking their 24th class win since 1975. The #70 SpeedSou... (more)

Northumberland Resources Inc. Provides Corporate Update

LAS VEGAS, NV -- (Marketwire) -- 01/23/12 -- Northumberland Resources, Inc. (OTCBB: NHUR) is pleased to announce the following annual corporate update about the company and its recent business activities. Oil Lease Acquisitions On March 31st, 2011 Northumberland was a successful bidder at the Evenson Auctioneers Inc. oil production auction in Wichita, Kansas. We acquired the Mason, Thompson, Keyes and Harrell "D" leases inclusive of all production and improvements. The leases were purchased at auction from REH Oil & Gas LLC. The leases consist of 280 acres located in the Sawyer f... (more)

Accelerating into the Fast Lane

A new term is creeping into our vocabulary, one that encompasses Americans' love for their vehicles and their desire to take advantage of every idle moment that occurs throughout the day. The term is telematics: the ability to provide wireless, built-in computer functionality inside vehicles. It was only a matter of time before automotive manufacturers, wireless service providers, and the computer industry realized the potential to marry wireless and Internet technologies and automobiles. After all, Americans spend 26 billion hours in their vehicles every year. Those hours transla... (more)