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Hollywood Meets Racing at DunnTire Raceway Park

Be Part of Racing History as the movie, “Red Dirt Rising’ premieres at Dunn Tire Raceway Park on July 24th, 2010.

(BUFFALO, N.Y.) - DunnTire Raceway Park is proud to announce the NY Premiere of the movie ‘Red Dirt Rising’ on July 24th 2010 in Lancaster, NY.

Born out of hauling moonshine, racing has become the world’s number one spectator sport.

Winter Rod and Speed Show Benefit Car Show Saturday in Albany

Free Mattel Hot Wheel cars will be given to the first 100 kids through the door.

(SALEM, Ore.) - After two successful events in 2007 and 2008, the Winter Rod and Speed Show returns to the Linn County Fair and Expo Center, this time benefiting the family of Cherokee Pizano.

Rich Bailey, organizer, says the show will have something for everyone, featuring over 100 show cars, classic cars, custom trucks, roadsters and more.

Former NASCAR Crew Chief Larry McReynolds Warns That Poor Car Maintenance Could Wreck Your Wallet (VIDEO)

Larry shares simple tips to help keep vehicles running smoothly during winter months.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Car accidents usually occur because someone has done something wrong while driving. The mistake could be something silly, like scraping the curb or it could be something more serious, like brake failure. One of the most common causes of car accidents is poor car maintenance.

Former NASCAR Crew Chief, Larry McReynolds tells our viewers the critical things they should do to keep their vehicles up and running during the winter months.

Oregon`s Scorching Summer: How`s Your Car Doing? (VIDEO)

The crew at Active Automotive in Salem checks your car for free.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Record hot days haven't kept people off the streets in Salem. Cars take a beating on these sizzling summer days.

The auto techs at Active Automotive give Oregonians advice to make summer driving successful, so you can safely reach your destination.

Kadel`s 16th Annual Golf Classic Raises Over $12k for Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon

Kadel's CEO Don Braden wrote the check to the Make-A-Wish Foundation for $12,200.

(AURORA, Ore.) - Kadel's Auto Body held their 16th Annual Golf Classic at Langdon Farms Golf Course and raised over $12,000 for local charity Make-A-Wish Foundations of Oregon. Golfers and sponsors turned out to support this organization that grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions.

One of Kadel's employees who worked at the event said "It was one of our best tournaments." "Many of these golfers come back year after year because the4y love to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The weather was wonderful."

Saying Good Bye to Pontiac

Yesterday, amid ongoing financial problems and restructuring efforts, GM announced that it would phase out the Pontiac brand by the end of 2010.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The car that always reflected the cooler, more sporty side of General Motors, will take its place in history next year when the last Pontiac rolls off the assembly line.

Tough times in the U.S. will spell the end for the company that brought us the "GTO", Trans Am and "Bonneville. Sammy Hagar sang about them and so did Little Ronnie and the Daytona's with the classic "Little GTO."

A Four-Door Porsche? (VIDEO)

In a first-ever move for the company, Porsche introduces the four-door Panamera at this year’s Shanghai Motor Show.

(STUTTGART, Germany) - The legendary sports car maker is changing the whole idea of a four door sedan. People may do a double take when they see the first-ever four-seat sports car from Porsche called the “Panamera”, just introduced at the Shanghai Motor Show in China.

The 2010 Panamera is Porsche’s fourth model line and the company says customers will see an unprecedented vehicle concept, a gran turismo offering dynamic performance, elegance and luggage space - all delivered at zero to 60 miles and hour in under 5 seconds.

Pump Prices Dip Slightly after Increasing for Several Weeks

The Oregon average for regular unleaded drops a couple cents this week to $2.10, while the national average falls six cents to $1.90.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Gas Prices are are coming down a little after rising since late December. Oregon's average for regular unleaded drops two cents in the past week to $2.10, while the national average falls six cents to $1.90.

Crude oil prices have increased a few dollars in the past week, but have stayed between about $34 and $48 per barrel since early December.

Toyota Reduces Air Emissions with Bio-Reaction`s Bio-Oxidation Technology

By not opting for thermal oxidation, Toyota significantly reduced the energy needed to treat the VOCs and is keeping tons of new CO2 from being generated every year.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Bio-Reaction Industries(R) evolutionary technology is helping environmentally conscious Toyota to significantly reduce volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions within one of its painting operations. As shown in Toyota's 2008 North America Environmental Report, Toyota's aluminum wheel plant in Delta, British Columbia recently added a third paint booth to meet growing demand.

As a result, VOC emissions were expected to increase. To alleviate the VOC increase the plant needed to implement new emission reduction technology. This is where Bio-Reaction's patented Air Pollution Control System came to help.

10 Car Care Tips for Tough Economic Times

The faltering economy means some people are postponing or even forgoing maintenance on their vehicles as a way to save money. AAA says ignoring these things can impact your safety and cost more in the long run.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The troubled economy is making many consumers think twice about their expenditures, and some may consider delaying or even foregoing maintenance on their vehicles.