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When I grew up, I played my fair share of Sonic the Hedgehog video games, where I guided everyone’s favorite blue spiny mammal on his adventures to stop the evil Doctor Robotnik. And when Sonic, the fast-food drive-in finally made its way to Michigan, a Toyota Sienna full of then-19-year-olds had to make a little road trip adventure to sample what those cable television commercials unrelentingly teased us about for two years. And as I’m writing this review, I’m drinking Neuro Sonic, which is supposed to help my brain recollect the time I had during my brief time with the Chevy. With so many things named ‘Sonic’ — all of which bring up completely different memories — the name resonates with me. Let’s see if my adventure with this Sonic is something worth remembering…

A Car For The Kids

When asking friends and family their thoughts regarding the design of the Sonic, the responses came out as polarizing. The younger end of my amateur research study enjoyed the raw looks of the exposed headlamps and taillamps. The elders of my little demographic took the appearance as “weird” and that the lights “would be a bitch to clean.” Everyone is right, just as everyone enjoyed the standard 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Hankook Optimo rubber.

A bare bones Chevy Sonic will run you no less than $13,865. But this was no bare bones Sonic. According to the Monroney, our Summit White 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ hatch totals $19,545 with $1,550 of that being from options. Of which, there’s the $850 power sunroof, and the $700 upgrade to the turbocharged 1.4L Ecotec engine with 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque sent to the front wheels via a M32 six-speed manual transmission. It’s also assembled in GM’s Orion Township assembly plant in Michigan, making it the smallest vehicle made in America as of today. And because the Sonic comes as a hatchback, up to 30.7 cubic feet of cargo space is available with the second row folded flat.

Chevy designers were bold in making the car unique, and judging by the marketing efforts on the car, the appearance seems to push the right buttons with the demographic they were hoping to capture. Most of all, the looks of the Sonic give it the right fit with the urban landscape and college campuses. To back this up, my 21-year-old brother out of Western Michigan University and his roommates of “The Swim House” all favored the outspoken looks of Chevy’s capable compact contender. On a side note, I would also like to take this moment to recommend Sophia’s Pancake House if you find yourself on the wrong end of a Saturday morning in Kalamazoo.

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Tampa, FL, February 11, 2012 –(PR.com)– That’s Us Technologies, Inc.’s LotVantage software was recently named 2011 Vendor of the Year by Dunn Rite Auto. This award goes to the vendor which has out-performed all others in the category of sales and marketing. The award is voted upon by all managers and staff.

“Congratulations to LotVantage on their outstanding service and dedication to Dunn Rite Auto and our customers,” said Mike Richardson, General Manager of Dunn Rite Auto. “I would like to thank you and your staff at LotVantage for being responsible for fifty percent of our sales last quarter. Over the last 12 months, we’ve experienced a higher call volume and more interest in our inventory due to LotVantage.com.”

“We are honored by this award and appreciate the acknowledgement of Dunn Rite,” said Matthew Brown, President and CEO of LotVantage. “Winning this award is a testament to the LotVantage team and our commitment to provide our customers with superior access to free markets like Craigslist.”

LotVantage software provides automotive and power sport dealers with an online marketing software to post inventory to classified sites like Craigslist, Backpage.com, oodle, and eBay Motors. LotVantage provides a communications integration to capture, track, and distribute leads automatically. Posting inventory, service specials, and coupons to websites like Facebook and Twitter is seamless through LotVantage’s social media platform. For more information on LotVantage automotive and power sport dealer software, visit http://www.LotVantage.com.

About That’s Us Technologies, Inc.
That’s Us Technologies, Inc. is a leading developer of web-based technologies for businesses of all sizes. That’s Us’ concentration is on the execution of a strategy that emphasizes diversity and interrelated revenue streams enabling businesses to capitalize on technologies that are critical to the evolving world of online sales and marketing. Major sales channels such as eBay, Craigslist, Amazon, and many others have developed a conduit for businesses to reach a truly global market.

For detailed information on any of the That’s Us Technologies, Inc. software applications, visit our website at http://www.thatsus.com or contact Phil Krnjeu at (813) 470-7094 or email phil@thatsus.com.

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Carlsbad, CA, February 22, 2012 –(PR.com)– On the cover of the latest issue of Business Review India is Mr. Rahul Bajaj, a dynamic personality who has ruled the auto industry here since decades. Mr. Bajaj is witty, outspoken, fierce and even at 73, he’s not stopping. Read more on him in the Business Leaders section in the latest issue of Business Review India.

Besides this, two particularly important pieces in this issue are ‘Top Business Writers’ and ‘Best Bloggers in India’. Both articles imply that writing – as a profession, business, and passion – are catching on big time in the country. In addition to that, as the New Year’s passing by, Rasika Athawale has authored a compelling story on ways to harness human energy for a better planet. It directs to how this can greatly better our lives in the future. 4G Technology, astrological connections with the stock market make up for the rest of the pages. Read article: http://www.businessreviewindia.in/technology/4g-deployment-in-india

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Business Review India is a leading digital media source of news and content for C-level executives focused on business and industry-specific news throughout India. Business Review India is the territory-dedicated arm of the White Digital Media Group. Founded in 2007 by entrepreneur Glen White, White Digital Media retains a diversified portfolio of websites, magazines, daily news feeds and weekly e-newsletters that leverage technology to innovatively deliver high-quality content, analytical data, and industry news.

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Elgin, IL, February 22, 2012 –(PR.com)– GG Technical, Inc. of Paoli, Pennsylvania has entered into a new authorized distributor agreement with rotary and linear motor and motion control manufacturer, Dunkermotor. Previously a distributor of the Copley Motion Systems linear motors which were acquired by Dunkermotor’s parent, GG Technical now also becomes an authorized distributor of Dunkermotor brushed and brushless DC motors and intelligent servo motors. With locations in Paoli and Reading, Pennsylvania, as well as Columbia Maryland, GG sales engineers cover the Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, District of Columbia and Delaware markets.

“Though we have succeeded in assembling a comprehensive array of motion control products, there are always holes that appear in our product offering that need to be filled,” said Dan Vicario, president of GG Technical. “The integrated servo motor/drive/control technology was a big hole — and getting bigger, as this technology’s time has definitely arrived, and could likely represent a large part of the servo market in the not too distant future. We feel that the Dunkermotor line rounds out our offering well and have no doubt that our companies will be mutually very successful in our territory.”

GG Technical, Inc. was founded in 1988, having evolved from a manufacturers’ representative firm originally established in 1948. Today, GG is a value added automation components and systems distribution company that prides itself on knowing intimately the products they offer for sale so that they may help their customers integrate those products into their motion control or vision applications. GG’s team of five outside sales engineers possess a variety of engineering degrees and many years experience in a wide variety of machine automation and motion control applications.

“We know that GG is particularly strong technically as a value-added distributor,” said Tom Brown, Dunkermotor vice president, sales. “We like teaming up with a channel partner who has a reputation for successfully handling challenging technical applications and being the right company to call when an OEM or machine builder needs competent technical assistance. It is a fact that GG is known for providing first class application support for their customers. They are the guys that can often be found out on their customer’s factory floor on weekends helping them through technical challenges.”

About Dunkermotor:

Headquartered in Elgin, Illinois, Dunkermotor is the North American sales, technical support and logistics subsidiary of Dunkermotoren GmbH, for 60 years the global quality and value leader in customized, configurable sole-source fractional horsepower motion control solutions composed of BLDC, PMDC and AC electric motors, gearmotors, controls, encoders and brakes, as well as linear motion solutions. With headquarters in the Black Forest in Bonndorf, Germany and production and/or logistics facilities in Europe,

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SEAT Reveals the New Five Door Mii City Car

PR Newswire — February 22, 2012

MILTON KEYNES, England, February 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ –

SEAT is revealing an expansion to the Mii city car line-up with the first glimpse of an even more versatile five-door version.

The additional rear doors turn the super-compact SEAT into a unique combination of exceptional driving fun, sporty design and outstanding functionality.

Of course the new five-door Mii [http://www.seat.co.uk/content/uk/brand/en/news-and-events/mii.html ] remains true to core SEAT principles – meaning it’s both a pleasure to drive, and a pleasure to own.

In either three- or five-door form the Mii scores top marks for fuel consumption and emissions thanks to its lightweight design and efficient drivetrains. This applies in particular to the newly-announced Mii Ecomotive.

Thanks to a start/stop system, brake energy recovery and other measures to improve fuel economy, the Mii Ecomotive makes do with just 4.2 litres of fuel per 100 km, equating to CO2 emissions of only 96 g/km. These impressive statistics apply to both the three and five-door versions, as well as to both performance variants; 60 PS and 75 PS.

James Muir, President of SEAT, S.A. said: “The new Mii has enjoyed a terrific start. Customer response in Spain is outstanding and we are now bringing the entire line-up to the other European markets complete with the three-door, five-door and Ecomotive versions.

“With its distinctive SEAT identity, its youthful design and its high quality standards, the five-door Mii in particular is set to capture a significant share of the sub-compact segment. This makes the Mii an important factor in our corporate strategy. The Mii marks the start of the most extensive model offensive ever undertaken by SEAT.”

As a five-door, the Mii retains the strong character of its distinctive design. Perfectly proportioned, the new SEAT measures 1.64 metres wide with a long wheelbase of 2.42 metres and exceptionally short overhangs front and rear. The steeply angled rear end facilitates the Mii’s generous interior space – optimum functionality is particularly important in the sub-compact segment.

The car’s compact format makes the Mii the perfect companion for urban environments. Yet, thanks to its optimum use of space, it offers plenty of room for four adults. With a volume of 251 litres the Mii also boasts one of the largest luggage compartments in its class, expanding to an impressive 951 litres with the rear seat back folded.

When it comes to technology and equipment, the five-door Mii matches its three-door sibling blow for blow. Beneath the bonnet lies a new generation of engines; the frugal 1.0 litre three-cylinder unit is light, compact and smooth. In two outputs of 60 PS and 75 PS, it ensures fleet-footed agility, and not just in city traffic. With top speeds of 160 km/h and 171 km/h respectively, fuel consumption comes in at just 4.5 or 4.7 litres per 100 kilometres. Meanwhile the Mii’s 35-litre fuel tank ensures both a long range and enduring driving fun.

About SEAT:

SEAT is the only company in its sector with the capacity to design, develop, manufacture and market cars in Spain. A member of the Volkswagen Group, the multinational has its headquarters in Martorell, near Barcelona, and exports approximately 75% of its production to 72 countries.

SEAT is the market leader in Spain and, in 2010, reached a turnover amounting to 4.7 billion euros, with total sales of 339,500 vehicles.

All new SEAT vehicles purchased from an authorised SEAT dealer in the United Kingdom qualify for a three-year car warranty [http://www.seat.co.uk/content/uk/brand/en/service/brand-services/seat-warranty.html ] consisting of a two-year unlimited mileage manufacturer’s warranty and a third year warranty with a 60,000 miles limitation. Information on car finance [http://www.seat.co.uk/content/uk/brand/en/finance/about-finance.html ] can be obtained from the SEAT website, along with further on information on a number of motoring matters, such as where to find winter tyres [http://www.seat.co.uk/content/uk/brand/en/service/accessories/winter-tyres.html ].

PR Contact: Mike Orford Head of Press and Public Relations SEAT UK Delaware Drive Blakelands Milton Keynes MK14 5AN +44(0)1908-548077 http://www.seat.co.uk

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50cycles.com Give Electric Bikes a Push With Kalkhoff Impulse

PR Newswire — February 22, 2012

LONDON, February 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ –

German manufacturer’s latest electric bike technology now in stock at UK innovator 50cycles.com

50 cycles electric bikes [http://www.50cycles.com ] announces the arrival of the first electric bikes powered by Kalkhoff’s new Impulse assistance system.

As one of the most significant players driving electric bicycle [http://www.50cycles.com ] development Kalkhoff took the established Panasonic electric bike system [http://www.50cycles.com/panasonic.htm ], boosted its power and range and used it to drive breakthrough e-bikes like the Agattu [http://www.50cycles.com/product.htm?product=kalkhoff-agattu-8-speed ] onto an electric bike scene that had depended upon cheap, often unreliable imports. They quickly became best-sellers across Europe.

As part of Derby Cycle AG, the largest bicycle manufacturer in Germany, Kalkhoff benefits from unrivalled research, development and testing facilities. With the introduction of ultra-long-range, long-lifespan 18Ah battery packs [http://www.50cycles.com/section.htm?section=batteries-and-chargers ] last season, Kalkhoff electric bikes opened up an even greater market lead.

A Sudden Impulse [http://www.50cycles.com/kalkhoff-impulse-ebike-introduction.htm ]

Then out of the blue last Spring, they revealed that they’d developed their very own Impulse electric bicycle system [http://www.50cycles.com/kalkhoff-impulse-ebike-introduction.htm ]. The surprise announcement in Berlin last March went down so well with German e-bike dealers that several thousand Impulse-powered bikes were ordered within a day of that first podium presentation.

Kalkhoff Impulse comes to 50cycles this season

Soon recognising the international potential of their Impulse e-bike drive [http://www.50cycles.com/kalkhoff-impulse-ebike-introduction.htm ], Kalkhoff developed a version for the export market that debuts on 50cycles’ Agattu Impulse electric bike [http://www.50cycles.com/product.htm?product=kalkhoff-agattu-c8-impulse ] range this season. The top Agattu Premium C11 Impulse [http://www.50cycles.com/product.htm?product=kalkhoff-agattu-premium-c11-impulse ] model comes with Shimano’s 11-speed hub and an LCD screen [http://www.50cycles.com/kalkhoff-impulse-ebike-features.htm ] displaying the amount of CO2 and money saved by riding your electric bike, compared to a car.

Kalkhoff have taken a good long look at other e-bike systems [http://www.50cycles.com/section.htm?section=electric-bikes ] and made improvements that add up to a satisfying electric bike riding experience [http://www.50cycles.com/kalkhoff-impulse-ebike-riding.htm ], whatever the terrain or rider’s ability.

“I’ve ridden the Agattu Impulse around Richmond Park a lot lately and found it has real verve when taking on hills. The new system lets you cover mile after mile at a terrific pace, while getting just enough exercise to make it fun and exhilarating,” explains Tim Snaith, co-founder of 50cycles.com.

The new Impulse models are available to test ride in Richmond, Loughborough and at Kalkhoff dealers in Bath and Cambridge.

2012 Kalkhoff Agattu Impulse http://www.50cycles.com/images/impulse/Kalkhoff-Impulse.jpg

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Contact: sales@50cycles.com , tel: +44(0)333-900-5050

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In this picture taken for illustration purposes, a man holds a normal home remote device to jam a ladys car immobiliser. Motorists are advised to make sure that their cars are locked before walking away. Photo: Paballo Thekiso

Car jamming scams have resulted in an increase in the number of fraudulent claims being made to insurance companies.

Insurance companies find it difficult to prove whether such claims are valid.

This is according to Nazeer Hoosen, executive director at PPS short term-insurance, who said they were getting a number of claims that were very suspicious.

In one instance, he said, a woman claimed that she lost her bag worth R20 000, a laptop, a cellphone, about R3 000 in cash and an iPad when she allegedly fell victim to car jamming.

Car jamming refers to when criminals use a remote device operating on the same frequency as your car’s remote locking system prevents you from locking your vehicle by pressing their device as you try to lock it at the same time you activate your device.

Another client claimed to have lost two laptops and two cellphones that were in the car through a similar modus operandi.

“We are not saying that it’s not possible that the above-mentioned incidents could have happened, but sometimes you tend to doubt. However, we are not in the business of interrogating customers. We ask them reasonable questions and take everything at face value.

“But about 60 percent of claims have been repudiated by us due to a lack of corroboration from an independent source.

“Ultimately, our premiums will increase if these incidents increase. If claims get to the point where we are unable to settle them from the premiums we collect, the premiums will go up,” he said.

But Nazeer said they considered a claim only under three circumstances.

If there is CCTV camera footage, if an independent third party witnessed the theft and if any of the items stolen in the car were found in someone else’s possession.

“We have to stick to our terms and conditions of our policy as this will deter people from being negligent and will also make them more cautious,” Nazeer said.

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