Washington Auto Show

WASHINGTON D.C., Jan. 22, 2008 -- Building on the huge success of SYNC, Ford is moving to the next generation of in-car communications with the introduction of new capabilities for SYNC with “911 Assist” and new SIRIUS Travel Link™ navigation. Both features will be available on the new 2009 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner, and their respective hybrid models, being introduced at the 2008 Washington Auto Show.

Highlights:
* Ford SYNC® – developed with Microsoft – and SIRIUS Travel Link™ navigation system introduced at Washington Auto Show in new 2009 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner.
* SYNC’s hands-free control of Bluetooth-connected cell phones and MP3 players is enhanced with “911 Assist” feature for vehicle emergencies –and no monthly fees.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Green Car Journal is presenting its inaugural Green Car Summit at the 2008 Washington Auto Show, scheduled from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Jan. 22, International Media Day, at the Washington Convention Center.

Two panels comprised of automotive, energy, and government leaders will tackle such topics as reducing CO2 greenhouse gas emissions and exploring strategies for oil displacement and long-term sustainability.

Dynamic Auto Industry Leader Headlines Five-Day Showcase

2007-11-27, WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a joint statement, The Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA) and the Washington Automotive Press Association (WAPA) today announced that Mark R. LaNeve, General Motors North America vice president of vehicle sales, service and marketing, will deliver the keynote address to the Washington Auto Show®: "Engineered for the Future" during International Media Day on Jan. 22, 2008, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.