PRLog (Press Release) –
Aug 13, 2009 – With rising energy prices and increasing awareness of global warming and it's impact on our environment, consumers are looking for cheaper, greener forms of transportation. Unfortunately, their choices are limited to a handful of pricey hybrids that are far too expensive, or electric cars that are incapable of meeting their daily transportation needs. With affordable and efficient vehicle technology years away, consumers are considering a new option for short trips and commutes: electric bicycles and scooters.
Last year, over 21 million electric bikes were sold in China alone. Although the Western World is still far behind, a new trend is emerging in Europe and the U.S. as consumers look for more affordable, greener ways to get around town. With ranges of 10 to 40 miles per charge (depending on the bicycle model and technology), electric bikes and scooters provide consumers with an excellent eco-friendly alternative that can help them save on fuel costs without emitting harmful CO2 emissions.
At just pennies per charge, the savings can be substantial by riding just a couple miles per day. And considering most people live less than 20 miles from their workplace, an electric bike is a great solution for reducing transportation costs. Not to mention they make no sound, release no smelly exhaust and are a breeze for almost anyone to operate. Pedal just like a normal bike, use power to assist or run on 100% electric power and don't pedal at all. Entry level bikes cost just $599, while upper-end models run $2000+ with top of the line Li-Ion batteries.
Electric bikes and scooters are great for people of all ages. They're perfect for college campuses, getting around the city or going to-and-from work. Plus, there's no need to worry about being sweaty or exhausted when you arrive at your destination. Baby-boomers have been especially fond of these new products which allow them to get outside and be active again.
With a vast range of products and price points, there's an electric bike or scooter designed to meet almost everyone's needs. Not only are there a wide variety of electric bicycles, but you can even convert your standard bike with an electric bike kit. For more information, be sure to visit eCo Wheelz. at: http://www.eco-wheelz.com
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Rayconnect's Fluid Connectors For Trucks Coming To Sae Comvec Trade Show This October
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Aug 12, 2009 – Chicago (word count: 180)
Rayconnect Inc. is introducing a new range of self-heating fluid connectors for integration into truck pollutant removal systems. These connectors will assist in keeping the tubing above -11°C to prevent the urea-based fluid used in the SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) process from freezing*. Rayconnect will be exhibiting at the SAE Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress and Exhibition in Rosemont, Ill., on Oct. 6 and 7, 2009, as part of the Truck Tech France Pavilion, booth 607.
Rayconnect engineers are currently developing the best compromise in terms of the energy consumed by these connectors, which have a power supply and are heated by a thermistor. The goal is to minimize energy consumption and reduce the circuit heating time in order to offer a more economical alternative than externally heated connector systems proposed by competitors.
Rayconnect Inc. is a worldwide leader for fluid handling quick connectors within the Automotive and Heavy Duty Truck industry. With North American headquarters based in Rochester Hills, Michigan, Rayconnect designs and manufactures connection solutions for fluid transfer systems, including fuel, fuel vapor, engine coolant, oil, air and refrigerant.
* Under particular conditions.
High resolution images are available on request.
For more information, please contact:
RAYCONNECT
Craig Cheney
Sales Manager
2350 Austin Ave.
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Tel.: (248) 537-1703
E-mail: craig.cheney@rayconnect.com
Web: www.rayconnect.com
or:
FRENCH TECHNOLOGY PRESS OFFICE
205 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3740
Chicago, IL 60601
Fax: (312) 327-5261
E-mail: contact.ftpo@ubifrance.fr
Rayconnect Inc. is introducing a new range of self-heating fluid connectors for integration into truck pollutant removal systems. These connectors will assist in keeping the tubing above -11°C to prevent the urea-based fluid used in the SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) process from freezing*. Rayconnect will be exhibiting at the SAE Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress and Exhibition in Rosemont, Ill., on Oct. 6 and 7, 2009, as part of the Truck Tech France Pavilion, booth 607.
Rayconnect engineers are currently developing the best compromise in terms of the energy consumed by these connectors, which have a power supply and are heated by a thermistor. The goal is to minimize energy consumption and reduce the circuit heating time in order to offer a more economical alternative than externally heated connector systems proposed by competitors.
Rayconnect Inc. is a worldwide leader for fluid handling quick connectors within the Automotive and Heavy Duty Truck industry. With North American headquarters based in Rochester Hills, Michigan, Rayconnect designs and manufactures connection solutions for fluid transfer systems, including fuel, fuel vapor, engine coolant, oil, air and refrigerant.
* Under particular conditions.
High resolution images are available on request.
For more information, please contact:
RAYCONNECT
Craig Cheney
Sales Manager
2350 Austin Ave.
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Tel.: (248) 537-1703
E-mail: craig.cheney@rayconnect.com
Web: www.rayconnect.com
or:
FRENCH TECHNOLOGY PRESS OFFICE
205 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3740
Chicago, IL 60601
Fax: (312) 327-5261
E-mail: contact.ftpo@ubifrance.fr
Back To School Safety Inspection!
PRLog (Press Release) –
Aug 12, 2009 – As concern members of our community we would like to promote a safe
Return to school for our kids and yours by providing a free vehicle
Inspection. If any repairs are needed we have a full service facility,
Capable of repairing must concerns to insure a safe trip and break down free. Our repair facility can service : fuel, injectors,radiators,
Belts,hoses,tires,brakes,tune-up,and all maintanance items.
Repair,maintanance,tires,belts,hoses,brakes,tune-ups
Auto-lab of doral is equipped to handle
A /c service alignments fuel injection service engine repairs
Oil and filter change belts and hoses brakes service suspension starters and alternators
Tire repair and replacement
Cooling system .
Return to school for our kids and yours by providing a free vehicle
Inspection. If any repairs are needed we have a full service facility,
Capable of repairing must concerns to insure a safe trip and break down free. Our repair facility can service : fuel, injectors,radiators,
Belts,hoses,tires,brakes,tune-up,and all maintanance items.
Repair,maintanance,tires,belts,hoses,brakes,tune-ups
Auto-lab of doral is equipped to handle
A /c service alignments fuel injection service engine repairs
Oil and filter change belts and hoses brakes service suspension starters and alternators
Tire repair and replacement
Cooling system .
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Auto-Lab of Doral is equipped to handle
A /C Service Alignments Fuel Injection Service Engine Repairs
Oil and Filter Change Belts and Hoses Brakes Service Suspension Starters and Alternators
Tire Repair and Replacement
Cooling System .
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Brexis Courier Goes Green
PRLog (Press Release) –
Aug 11, 2009 – Brexis Courier has recently made great strides in their effort to become environmentally friendly. Since March, the company has followed green practices at their work site in order to save money, conserve resources and serve as an example for other courier companies. Their goal is to create a competitive advantage in the industry because of their green procedures and thus motivate other courier companies to do the same.
Recycling packing materials is the core of the company’s green routine and has shown significant benefits in a short amount of time. Brexis Courier has saved money by reusing boxes, bubble wrap, foam and other packing materials used for shipping products from their warehouse. “We receive on average sixty packages a day and the high volume of cardboard boxes, plastic padding, and foam was piling up in the warehouse. It was an obvious solution for us to reuse the materials not only to save money, but to clear space in the warehouse for other freight,” says Molly Durr, Director of Marketing at Brexis Courier. In addition to reusing packing materials, the company cuts costs and saves energy by leaving windows open instead of turning on the air conditioning and using energy efficient light bulbs.
Part of Brexis Courier’s green agenda is to motivate their employees to change their habits and start thinking about the importance of recycling. One way the company executes this goal is by making recycling easy and accessible for their staff. They purchased two large recycling bins for the warehouse where most of the foot traffic and package handling takes place. The employees can easily discard of the high volume of paper they go through without having to move to a different work station. Brexis Courier continuously looks for new ways to recycle and reuse materials. They recently donated ten PCs to a local organization that will restore the computers and give them to people that can’t afford one.
About Brexis Courier:
Brexis Courier has provided clients with logistics solutions since 2000. Their services include: same day courier, messenger, pack and ship, order fulfillment, ATM replenishment, cash-in-transit, hot shots, cross dock, medical record transport, warehousing and delivery. Brexis uses a web-based dispatch, package tracking, and performance reporting system to allow clients to make the right decision at the right time. They are fully insured by Chubb and Lloyd’s of London and are licensed and registered with the State of Illinois. They are fully sanctioned by the Illinois Commerce Commission.
For more information about Brexis Courier visit www.brexis.com or to get a free quote call (630) 961-1284
Recycling packing materials is the core of the company’s green routine and has shown significant benefits in a short amount of time. Brexis Courier has saved money by reusing boxes, bubble wrap, foam and other packing materials used for shipping products from their warehouse. “We receive on average sixty packages a day and the high volume of cardboard boxes, plastic padding, and foam was piling up in the warehouse. It was an obvious solution for us to reuse the materials not only to save money, but to clear space in the warehouse for other freight,” says Molly Durr, Director of Marketing at Brexis Courier. In addition to reusing packing materials, the company cuts costs and saves energy by leaving windows open instead of turning on the air conditioning and using energy efficient light bulbs.
Part of Brexis Courier’s green agenda is to motivate their employees to change their habits and start thinking about the importance of recycling. One way the company executes this goal is by making recycling easy and accessible for their staff. They purchased two large recycling bins for the warehouse where most of the foot traffic and package handling takes place. The employees can easily discard of the high volume of paper they go through without having to move to a different work station. Brexis Courier continuously looks for new ways to recycle and reuse materials. They recently donated ten PCs to a local organization that will restore the computers and give them to people that can’t afford one.
About Brexis Courier:
Brexis Courier has provided clients with logistics solutions since 2000. Their services include: same day courier, messenger, pack and ship, order fulfillment, ATM replenishment, cash-in-transit, hot shots, cross dock, medical record transport, warehousing and delivery. Brexis uses a web-based dispatch, package tracking, and performance reporting system to allow clients to make the right decision at the right time. They are fully insured by Chubb and Lloyd’s of London and are licensed and registered with the State of Illinois. They are fully sanctioned by the Illinois Commerce Commission.
For more information about Brexis Courier visit www.brexis.com or to get a free quote call (630) 961-1284
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Brexis Courier founded in 2000. Services include: same day courier, pack & ship, order fulfillment, ATM replenishment, cash-in-transit, hot shots,cross dock,medical record transport, and surgical supply warehousing and delivery. FREE QUOTE 630-961-1284
RENTACARNOW.com expands its reach with key partnerships with Fox Rent a Car and Payless Car Rental
PRLog (Press Release) –
Aug 11, 2009 – “RENTACARNOW.com was created so that we can bring the absolute most choices and best value to budget-conscious consumers who need to rent a car. With the addition of Fox Rent a Car and Payless Car Rental we insure that our consumers are getting the most available selections of any rental car users.” said Richard Weede, a spokesperson for RENTACARNOW.com.
Since the launch of RENTACARNOW.com last year the company has quickly become the go to marketplace for consumers looking for multiple options in their search for rental cars. The company was founded by a team of travel industry veterans who saw a major need for a fair marketplace for the rental car industry. Today RENTALCARNOW.com has quickly become the premier online car sales and retail firm offering a diverse selection of car rentals direct to consumers.
“Consumers are in need of an open marketplace where they can rent a car after seeing all of the available options in a specific market. By offering an abundance of choices, RentACarNow.com is going save the individual renting a car a lot of money.” explained Weede.
RENTACARNOW.com has cultivated several advanced technologies a long with a wealth of travel industry experience that will allow for a focus on commitment to both customers and vendors.
Based in Hyde Park New York, RentACarNow.com is a leading car rental booking company. Its online marketplace offers vendors and consumers a secure place to do business on the web.
Since the launch of RENTACARNOW.com last year the company has quickly become the go to marketplace for consumers looking for multiple options in their search for rental cars. The company was founded by a team of travel industry veterans who saw a major need for a fair marketplace for the rental car industry. Today RENTALCARNOW.com has quickly become the premier online car sales and retail firm offering a diverse selection of car rentals direct to consumers.
“Consumers are in need of an open marketplace where they can rent a car after seeing all of the available options in a specific market. By offering an abundance of choices, RentACarNow.com is going save the individual renting a car a lot of money.” explained Weede.
RENTACARNOW.com has cultivated several advanced technologies a long with a wealth of travel industry experience that will allow for a focus on commitment to both customers and vendors.
Based in Hyde Park New York, RentACarNow.com is a leading car rental booking company. Its online marketplace offers vendors and consumers a secure place to do business on the web.
Monday, August 10, 2009
The AA and Postcode Anywhere Launch Fuel-Reducing Route Optimiser
PRLog (Press Release) –
Aug 10, 2009 – The AA and business efficiency specialist Postcode Anywhere today unveiled a smart route optimiser for hauliers and couriers which cuts fuel, labour costs and even carbon emissions by up to 30%.
The online service, called Route Optimiser, uses sophisticated maths to plan the shortest routes for single vehicles or whole fleets. It even uses the AA’s road restriction data to plot routes according to a vehicle’s height, weight and width – and should help delivery firms put an end to familiar “lorry stuck under bridge” headlines.
The part-licence, part pay-as-you-go service is available from £80 per year for single-vehicle couriers, with other options available for fleets. More information and a free trial of Route Optimiser is available through www.routeoptimiser.com.
Postcode Anywhere’s managing director Guy Mucklow said: “This software has, up until now, only been affordable for big-budget businesses with a spare £50,000. With Route Optimiser, small couriers with only one van doing 20 to 30 drops daily can start using it today through their web browser, at a fraction of the cost. No technical expertise or investment is needed and set-up takes only a few clicks.
“I challenge any road haulier or courier to try the software and see the kind of money they’re throwing away during every single trip they make without it. Anyone can trial the service for free and I’m confident that if someone puts in a route they already use it won’t beat Route Optimiser.
“We hope adoption of this service will give small and medium-sized businesses some protection against the credit crunch and the fluctuating price of petrol.”
Route Optimiser’s lead developer Richard Geary said: “Route Optimiser is the Deep Blue of the route planning world. Just like the chess machine that beat grandmaster Garry Kasparov, Route Optimiser churns through thousands of possibilities every second before arriving at the final solution – and humans can’t beat it.
“The green issues are also very powerful. If every UK haulage or courier firm started using this technology we’d see a noticeable drop in carbon emissions - millions and millions of tons of CO2. The government’s proposed carbon credit scheme - when businesses will, effectively, be taxed on CO2 emissions – makes it even more sensible to route-optimise.”
ENDS
Media contact:
James Williams – PR, Postcode Anywhere
Tel : + 44 (0)1905 888 562
Email: jamesw@postcodeanywhere.co.uk
Interview opportunities
Guy Mucklow – Managing director, Postcode Anywhere
Tel: +44 (0)1905 888 555
Email: guym@postcodeanywhere.co.uk
Chris Jones – Sales Executive, The AA
Tel: +44 (0)1256 492 063
Email: chris.jones@theaa.com
Katie Stephens, the AA
Tel: +44 (0)1256 495 969
Email: katie.stephens@theaa.com
Notes to Editors:
Route Optimiser is developed and hosted by Worcester-based Postcode Anywhere and powered with route data supplied by the AA. Independent trials have shown the service typically reduces journey times, fuel consumption and carbon emissions by 10-30%.
You can test Postcode Anywhere’s Route Optimiser for free at www.routeoptimiser.com.
About Postcode Anywhere
Postcode Anywhere specialises in making businesses more efficient.
Its services, typically built around data and available on a pay-as-you-go basis, include route optimisation, data cleansing, business contact lookups, demographic profiling and address auto-fill.
Its diverse customer base encompasses small-medium enterprises, public sector organisations, charities and multinationals, including the Learning & Skills Council, The Identity & Passport Service, National Savings & Investments, HMRC, Oxfam, The British Heart Foundation, Rolls Royce, Xerox, Disney, Heinz, The Wall Street Journal, Siemens and Citibank.
For more information about Postcode Anywhere, please visit www.postcodeanywhere.com.
Notable Awards and Recognition for Postcode Anywhere
Finalist - Dell Small Business Awards 2009
Small Business of the Year (Regional nomination) – 2009 National Business Awards
Named in the 2008 Deloitte Technology Fast 500
Orange Best Use of Technology (Midlands) - 2008 National Business Awards
Best Use of Technology in an Emerging Business - European Retail Solutions Awards 2007
ITC BET Award 2007
Orange Best Use of Technology in Business - National Business Awards 2006
Best Growth Through Use of Technology - Sage Daily Telegraph Business Awards 2005
Most IT-Enabled Small Business (less than 500 employees) - Computing Awards 2005
Best Address Management Software - Smart Awards 2004
The online service, called Route Optimiser, uses sophisticated maths to plan the shortest routes for single vehicles or whole fleets. It even uses the AA’s road restriction data to plot routes according to a vehicle’s height, weight and width – and should help delivery firms put an end to familiar “lorry stuck under bridge” headlines.
The part-licence, part pay-as-you-go service is available from £80 per year for single-vehicle couriers, with other options available for fleets. More information and a free trial of Route Optimiser is available through www.routeoptimiser.com.
Postcode Anywhere’s managing director Guy Mucklow said: “This software has, up until now, only been affordable for big-budget businesses with a spare £50,000. With Route Optimiser, small couriers with only one van doing 20 to 30 drops daily can start using it today through their web browser, at a fraction of the cost. No technical expertise or investment is needed and set-up takes only a few clicks.
“I challenge any road haulier or courier to try the software and see the kind of money they’re throwing away during every single trip they make without it. Anyone can trial the service for free and I’m confident that if someone puts in a route they already use it won’t beat Route Optimiser.
“We hope adoption of this service will give small and medium-sized businesses some protection against the credit crunch and the fluctuating price of petrol.”
Route Optimiser’s lead developer Richard Geary said: “Route Optimiser is the Deep Blue of the route planning world. Just like the chess machine that beat grandmaster Garry Kasparov, Route Optimiser churns through thousands of possibilities every second before arriving at the final solution – and humans can’t beat it.
“The green issues are also very powerful. If every UK haulage or courier firm started using this technology we’d see a noticeable drop in carbon emissions - millions and millions of tons of CO2. The government’s proposed carbon credit scheme - when businesses will, effectively, be taxed on CO2 emissions – makes it even more sensible to route-optimise.”
ENDS
Media contact:
James Williams – PR, Postcode Anywhere
Tel : + 44 (0)1905 888 562
Email: jamesw@postcodeanywhere.co.uk
Interview opportunities
Guy Mucklow – Managing director, Postcode Anywhere
Tel: +44 (0)1905 888 555
Email: guym@postcodeanywhere.co.uk
Chris Jones – Sales Executive, The AA
Tel: +44 (0)1256 492 063
Email: chris.jones@theaa.com
Katie Stephens, the AA
Tel: +44 (0)1256 495 969
Email: katie.stephens@theaa.com
Notes to Editors:
Route Optimiser is developed and hosted by Worcester-based Postcode Anywhere and powered with route data supplied by the AA. Independent trials have shown the service typically reduces journey times, fuel consumption and carbon emissions by 10-30%.
You can test Postcode Anywhere’s Route Optimiser for free at www.routeoptimiser.com.
About Postcode Anywhere
Postcode Anywhere specialises in making businesses more efficient.
Its services, typically built around data and available on a pay-as-you-go basis, include route optimisation, data cleansing, business contact lookups, demographic profiling and address auto-fill.
Its diverse customer base encompasses small-medium enterprises, public sector organisations, charities and multinationals, including the Learning & Skills Council, The Identity & Passport Service, National Savings & Investments, HMRC, Oxfam, The British Heart Foundation, Rolls Royce, Xerox, Disney, Heinz, The Wall Street Journal, Siemens and Citibank.
For more information about Postcode Anywhere, please visit www.postcodeanywhere.com.
Notable Awards and Recognition for Postcode Anywhere
Finalist - Dell Small Business Awards 2009
Small Business of the Year (Regional nomination) – 2009 National Business Awards
Named in the 2008 Deloitte Technology Fast 500
Orange Best Use of Technology (Midlands) - 2008 National Business Awards
Best Use of Technology in an Emerging Business - European Retail Solutions Awards 2007
ITC BET Award 2007
Orange Best Use of Technology in Business - National Business Awards 2006
Best Growth Through Use of Technology - Sage Daily Telegraph Business Awards 2005
Most IT-Enabled Small Business (less than 500 employees) - Computing Awards 2005
Best Address Management Software - Smart Awards 2004
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Postcode Anywhere is a UK-based company best known for its market-leading “what’s your postcode” technology. Its services include route optimisation, international addressing, data cleansing, business information services and lifestyle profiling.
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Get a Free Car Report Here
PRLog (Press Release) –
Aug 08, 2009 – What is a free car report and why is it free? Well, it is free because it is a service offered by the major car report companies as a way to test drive a car report so consumers can see what they are getting before the buy.
So, what is on a free car report? A free car report http://myusedcarprices.com/index.php/used-car-reports/11 ... lists the number of reports made on the used car, so you know whether or not it is worth buying the accident history or not. Some cars may not have any reports made on them, so purchasing a car report won't help you find out what the car's history is really like.
Who offers these free car reports? The major car report companies like CARFAX and VEHIX offer free car reports as a service to their customers. The reports are really free and won't cost a dime. You can go to their websites and get your free car report just by entering the car's VIN number. The free car report is then downloaded right to your computer, or emailed to your email box.
If you are interested in learning more about a free car report, log on to MyUsedCarPrices.com and learn a little more. You can see what they are all about and get your free car report from one of their sponsors.
In fact, if you go there now you can click to get your free car report from either CARFAX or VEHIX. You have a choice as to who you buy from. So, check out the site and get a free car report http://myusedcarprices.com/index.php/used-car-reports/11 ... today from one of their affiliates.
So, what is on a free car report? A free car report http://myusedcarprices.com/index.php/used-car-reports/11 ... lists the number of reports made on the used car, so you know whether or not it is worth buying the accident history or not. Some cars may not have any reports made on them, so purchasing a car report won't help you find out what the car's history is really like.
Who offers these free car reports? The major car report companies like CARFAX and VEHIX offer free car reports as a service to their customers. The reports are really free and won't cost a dime. You can go to their websites and get your free car report just by entering the car's VIN number. The free car report is then downloaded right to your computer, or emailed to your email box.
If you are interested in learning more about a free car report, log on to MyUsedCarPrices.com and learn a little more. You can see what they are all about and get your free car report from one of their sponsors.
In fact, if you go there now you can click to get your free car report from either CARFAX or VEHIX. You have a choice as to who you buy from. So, check out the site and get a free car report http://myusedcarprices.com/index.php/used-car-reports/11 ... today from one of their affiliates.
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MyUsedCarPrices.com is a free informational website featuring automotive resources for car buyers including free car reports, vin checks, car insurance quotes, car loans and more.
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