Lincoln Rolls out 1st Canadian Built Towncars
February 28, 2008 12:09 amLast spring, Ford moved production of its limousines to Ontario after permanently closing its underutilized assembly plant in Wixom, Michigan. Last month, approx. 21,000 of the 2008 Lincoln Towncars produced at the St. Thomas assembly plant rolled off the line and are ready to be sold exclusively to limousine services. The plant which is also producing Crown Victoria, operates on the single shift and builds about 63 cars per hour. All models are flexible fuel vehicles capable of operating on E-85 percent enthanol fuel,. The production of these vehicles is good news to the 1500 workers at the assembly plant because it means a secure future for their jobs.
Travel Managers and their companies are reportedly curtailing spending in 2008 in response to the weakening economy. In the most recent Business Travel News Corporate Travel 100 report surveying businesses nationwide, companies say they are cutting out unnecessary travel spending, while expecting rising travel costs whether on airlines, hotels, or ground transportation.
American Express Business Travel said buyers asked for budget consultation and data in late spring and early summer 2007, which is earlier than previous years. Corporations are not only feeling the strain of the weakening dollar if they travel internationally, but also the rising costs in the travel industry are really putting the strain on budgets.
Accoring to Travel Solutions, the retail and banking sectors are really tighting up their belts. Some companies are of course experiencing growth, therefore bumping up their respective travel budgets, but in doing so must account for the rise in costs and are instead limiting the number of people per trip and per diem accounts.
Taxi Fleets going Green to save gas costs in United States
February 27, 2008 11:56 pmBeginning in October taxis coming into service in New York City are going to be required to meet a 25mpg city rating. The regulation was passed unanimously by the NYC TLC and provides that in Cotober 2009 all new taxicab vehicles must have a minimum city driving rating of 30 mpg. TLC commissioner says this regulation is first of its kind and lays the groundwork for the cleanest, greenest large city taxicab fleet in the world. NYC is working toward and all-hybrid taxi fleet by 2012. There is already couple of these cars on the road: Ford Escape Hybrid, Toyota Camry, etc. Once these regulations are fully phased in, vehicle owners are expected to save between $4000 and $11,000 per year in gas costs, an industsry wide savings of nearly $140 million per year.
There is speculation among key players in the black car industry that these same regulation could soon apply to them. The Houston City Council also recently approved several new rules for the city taxi industry that officials touted as a step toward reducing harmful vehicle emissions. The regulation required new cabs be one of the following: a hybrid-electric vehicle equipped with a four cylinder engine, wheelchair accesibsle or rated to get 20 mph. Houston Mayor says it is still too expensive to impose a full requirement on cab owners but it might be likely in the future.
Hopefully it will not come to the point where all the New York Limousine services will have to switch to alternative power and gas.
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As soon as March 1 strikes, New York City starts to celebrate Irish Heritage Month with a few of activities celebrating Patron saint of Ireland. Everyone knows about the NYC St Patrick’s Day Parade the biggest and oldest parade in the world. This will be the 247th consecutive year that Irish will march up 5th Avenue. But if you cannot make this years parade in Manhattan there are plenty of other parades for you to enjoy in surrounding boroughs of New York with your family and friends.
Bar hopping right after the parade is very popular. You see people dressed up all in green colors bar hopping all over the city. To help them out there is always New York Limousine service taking them in a stretch limousines all over town. They dont have to worry about drinking and driving. Enjoying a nice NY Limousine ride on St. Patricks day is like nothing else. Sure, get drunk and just hop to a next bar downtown - all with ease of a stretch limousine.
There are St. Patricks Day parades in every borough of NYC on different days. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Fifth Avenue is a New York City’s tradition. The Parade marched for the first time 247 years ago, on March 17, 1762 - fourteen Years before the Declaration of Independence.
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade remains true to its roots as a true marchers Parade by not allowing floats, automobiles and other commercial aspects in the Parade.The Parade is held every March 17th except when March 17th falls on a Sunday; it is celebrated the day before, Saturday the 16th, because of religious observances.
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New York Valentines Day limousine service
February 7, 2008 8:37 pmLimousine service for Valentine’s day provides a distinctive, high quality, professional limousine service at competitive rates. We are the premier New York limousine service specials company serving the New York City area, Long Island, New Jersey, Westchester and Connecticut and surrounding areas. We offer a fleet of NEW 2008 SUV limo trucks like Range Rover, Audi, Porsche, H2 Hummer, Escalade or Excursion. We also offer sleek sedan limos such as the amazing Chrysler 300 limos, and Lincoln town car limousines. New York limousine transportation offers to & from airports, wedding limousines, prom limousines, concerts packages and other NYC limo Packages in a professional and friendly atmosphere is our main goal.
Remember that Velentine’s Day Limousines Service is not transportation, it is a SERVICE! Shopping by price is not what you will want to do when shopping for a limousine service. The Ritz Carlton and Motel 8 are both hotels, and one is cheaper than the other, but which one would you want to stay in? Beware of cheap New York limousine service because you will get just that: a “cheap” limousine, possibly a very old limousine, not properly insured, a limousine that could break down on your run because it was cheap, or a limo that might not show up at all!
All our NYC Valentine’s Day limousine services are for whatever you may need in terms of luxury limousine service in new York city and throughout the Tri-State Area. We are here for you to provide limousine service in New York’s five boroughs. We provide a limousine JFK airport limo service second to none with no hidden charges. We are ready to be your one-stop limo service for your chauffeured Limousine service in Manhattan. Whether you need a limousine for a wedding, bachelor party, Prom, dinner event, corporate transportation, we are ready to help with very competitive and aggressive pricing to win your business and provide New York limousine service specials. We go the extra mile to ensure our New York Limousine special service customers are completely satisfied.
Cadillac Announces New 2008 HYBRID Escalade and Escalade Platinum
February 6, 2008 10:11 pm
Cadillac recently announced the addition of two new models available to the professional vehicle industry: the Escalade Hybrid and the Escalade Platinum edition. The vehicles feature the latest in technonloy with the same distinct styling and features that are expected of the Escalade. The Escalade Hybrid is the world’s first fuel-saving hybird applied to a large luxury SUV, which is powered by a two mode hybrid system that is capable of delivering more than 50% improvement in fuel economy in city driving. Cadillac General manager says that the arrival of the Escalade Hybrid mean that customer can no use less fossil fuel, reduce emissions and still enjoy the benefits of a full size luxury SUV. The Escalad eHybrid will go on sale in the summer of 2008 and be available in teh standard length Escalade body style with 2WD and 4WD configurations.
The 2008 Platinum Edition will be available in spring of 2008. The Platinum edition will be the first SUV to feature LIGHT EMITTING DIODE headlamps, which emit a more precise light pattern while emulating the characteristics of natural daylight better than traditional auto lighting. Other unique exterior features iniclude a new front fascia and grille patterned after CTS sedan. The Escalade Platinum’s interior will have a leather instrument panel with wood inlays, a heated steering wheel, and a new DVD entertainment system.
New York H2 Hummer prom limousine
10:02 pmI would like to introduce you to a Monster H2 Hummer Limousine - High Roller Edition. This car is a special limousine built in New York City and owned by a company here. Its a wildest H2 Hummer in entire state. It has extra ground effects that make the vehicle super heavy duty looking. It sort of looks like a tank or a stretch limousine for soldiers in Iraq with its massive wheels and body styling. Its a perfect car for a New York Proms. Kids love these things especially Sweet 16. This limo is very popular among teenagers in Long Island. They are willing to pay up to $250/hr for this car while most of the Hummer limos in New York rent for about $150/hr. Double axle makes the car look a lot longer than it is and one window design makes it look sleek and cool.
Features: Hot Double Gull Wing Door, Double Axle, 22″ Lexani Rims with BF Goodrich Tires, Premium paint, 40″ Plasma TV screen, X-Box 360, 27″ Flat LCD, 3000 Watt stereo system, Disco designed ceiling, Flames in the bars and partition, Rock/Marble Floor (very unique), Fog Machine, Aligator Skin leather seats, DVD player and more more cool toys.
For more information on Exotic New York Limousines click here www.royaluxury.com
New York and Long Island Prom Season started for Limousines and Limos
December 17, 2007 11:51 pmProm Night is a very special evening for New York, Long Island and Staten Island, Brooklyn and Bronx High School Seniors, and you can bet that every limousine in town will be booked on that night. With that in mind, Royal Luxury Limo would like to offer both parents and teens a bit of helpful information in your quest for a safe and fun filled evening should you decide to “Go In Style” as we say here at New York Prom Limo and rent a limousine for Prom Night.
Prom Night is a moment you will never forget. We understand the importance of our role. Our chauffeurs have been trained to unobtrusively pamper you. In your quest to find the best service and value for your transportation on this day, please ask yourself whether you need a ride, or are in search of a unique experience that you will cherish forever.
Once you let us be your prom limo service for your prom, you will want to graduate…again! We offer the best, most complete and well prepared New York prom limo service possible for your special day.
Have us pick you up when you return - for the final polish to the unforgettable time of Your life! Need to go to an afterparty? Just let our driver know how many additional hours you need and you’re o n your way. Please check our competative hourly rates!
Whatever limousine you choose, both parents and students can be assured that New York Limo will get you to the party before the DJ starts spinning and after the last dance the chauffeur will be there to get you home safe and sound. We book proms all over New Jersey, New York, Long Island, Staten Island and Connecticut. New York’s best limo service understands that the well-being of NY prom-goers and the peace of mind of their parents are of the utmost importance. You can trust our limousine service to keep the night safe and fun.
The reputation of New York Limousine Company for punctuality, pleasantness, politeness and patience means you can leave everything to the professional care of your own uniformed, trained Chauffeur. Relax and enjoy the most important and romantic day of your life.
Royal Luxury Limousine is everyone’s first choice for transportation in New York. We try to set the standard for corporate service. Some benefits of a commercial account include a comfort pack option, and monthly billing for approved accounts. We guarantee your satisfaction.
As one of New York’s top transportation companies, Royal Luxury Limousine has been making a name for itself in the exotic limousines New York industry. We provide the best quality exotic limousines New York possible. New York Limousine’s primary goal is to consistently provide exotic limousines New York city and Manhattan to individual and corporate accounts. We take pride in continuously providing exceptional value and service to you as our loyal client with our exotic limousines New York. Royal Luxury Limousine also takes great pride in its reputation in exotic limousines New York excellence.
We continually assess our hand-picked, highly professional chauffeurs for their reliability, driving skills and passenger-handling attitudes. Stylishly attired in executive uniform, they are always at your service, unobtrusively taking every stressful element out of your day. We are in close contact with each of our chauffeurs so that we can respond immediately to any of your needs or travel changes.
A stretch limousine transforms a car into a traveling office, conference room and entertainment center - a practical solution to your busy schedule: Work en route to your destination and save valuable time. Sit back and relax in air-conditioned comfort. At the airport, we offer meet-and-greet service, displaying your name on a sign.
We include sedans and limousines in our fleet of vehicles available for the traveling executive.Luxury sedans like Mercedes S550 or a Cadillac Escalade are the top choice for business professionals.
The Green Car Journal recently announced that its 2008 Green Car of the Year is the Chevrolet Tahoe HYBRID. The Tahoe is the first GM vehicle to use the company’s all new two-mode hybrid system. The Tahoe Hybrid has a fuel efficiency improvement of up to 30% compare to other vehicles with a standard V-8 engine. EPA 21mph city fuel efficiency rating for the Tahoe is the same as that of the four-cylinder Toyota Camry sedan which is an eye opening achievement for an SUV. The Tahoe stood out amonth other 
Green Car of the Year entries because it was a full-size SUV, can carry up to 1,400 lbs, and tow up to 6000 lbs, making it more challenging to achieve meaningful fuel efficiency increases because of the vehicle’s size and weight. Chevrolet’s General Manager Ed Peper said the company is thrilled to receive this award. The other finalist included Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, Mazda Tribute Hybrid, Nissan Altima Hybrid and the Saturn Aura Hybrid.
New York City Light Tour in a Limousines
December 16, 2007 1:54 pmRoyal Luxury Limousine offers around the City Light Tours. Tours range from two to three hours and you are welcome to take pictures. Ask us for a typical or custom tour and we will be glad to customize one for you. Private and special group tours are available.
If you are not sure of exactly what you want to see, just say “Create a tour for me” and we will help plan your itinerary. Limousines go around Time Square, Radio City Music Hall, 5th Ave strip, window christmas displays at Sacks 5th Ave, Lord and Taylor, Macy’s windows and more window displayed sites.
You and your guests also have an option to explore New York City at your own pace. You give us a list of the sights you wish to see. We will map out the best route to minimize your time getting from one location to the next. Make your night on the town pleasurable and affordable with Royal Luxury Limousine Service.
Or ask us about our 1 Hour CHAMPAGNE TOURS where you ride in a comfortable limousine for 1 hour with a bottle of champagne in your hand, sightseeing around town.
You get the maximum benefit for your sightseeing budget.
As the new year approaches, New York City gets ready for its annual Times Square celebration. The famous ball drop atop One Times Square has been a tradition dating back to 1906.
Each year, hundreds of thousands of people descend upon Times Square to experience this free event. If you are planning to join the festivities, get there early and be prepared - you’ll be corralled into barricaded areas where you’ll have to stay for the duration. If you leave, you can’t get back to where you were.
We offer New York limousine packages for the night of New Year’s. Packages include party hats, party favors, 2 bottles of champagne, fully stocked limo with refreshments and alcohol (Vodka, whiskey and rum). For more details click here New Year’s Eve limousine packages
Incentives On Select Ford Livery Vehicles
December 5, 2007 10:07 amFord has announced several end-user incentives on many of its popular limousine and livery vehicles. The program is effective from 10/1 through 12/31/07.
For livery, Ford is offering a $2,800 incentive on all 2007 Lincoln Town Car 535 Livery models (#96054) or a $4,840 incentive for Florida residents only (#96055). Ford is also offering an additional discount to members of the National Limousine Association.
For QVM limousines and hearses, available only through participating QVMs, there is a $3,000 incentive on all 2007 Lincoln Town Car 418 Limousines (#96057) and 2007 Lincoln Town Car 419 Hearses (#96056), as well as a $2,000 incentive on 2007 Ford Expedition 17L Limousine package models (#96059).
To find a QVM, visit www.fleet.ford.com/limo. For more information about any of the incentives, visit www.fleet.ford.com or your local Lincoln Mercury dealer.
Towncar sales are falling before a body change to MKS
December 3, 2007 10:01 amLOS ANGELES — Retail sales of the Lincoln Town Car will continue to slide in 2008 as the model becomes primarily a fleet vehicle, a Lincoln Mercury marketing executive says.
“We’ll sell fewer Town Cars next year than this year, but we’ll fill the natural retail demand,” Mike Richards, Lincoln Mercury general marketing manager, said at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
The Town Car comes back from a seven-month production hiatus in January. Ford Motor Co. will move production of Lincoln’s stalwart full-sized rear-wheel-drive sedan to its St. Thomas, Ontario, assembly plant. The automaker shuttered the Town Car’s former assembly plant in Wixom, Mich., in May.
Lincoln executives already have told dealers that retail sales of the Town Car will be minimal when production resumes. Lincoln is offering dealers one retail trim series.
Richards said he doesn’t have a projection for total Town Car sales in 2008 because he’s not yet sure of demand from fleet buyers.
Through October, Lincoln sold 26,057 Town Cars, down 19.2 percent from the same period in 2006. As of mid-November, just 237 Town Cars remained in dealership stocks, Richards said. Lincoln will end 2007 with about 10,000 Town Cars sold to retail customers, he said.
Even though that total will shrink in 2008, Lincoln aims to lure current Town Car owners with the 2009 MKS sedan. The front-wheel-drive MKS goes on sale next summer.
New York City Christmas Tree Light up ceremony
November 29, 2007 12:27 pm
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was lit up in New York City on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2007. This is the 75th annual lighting of the tree. This 84 foot tall Norway spruce tree weighs 8 tons, stands 84 feet tall and is decorated with 30,000 energy-efficient lights. Mayor of New York City Michael Bloomberg and the Radio City Rockettes helped flip the switch for the tree lights shortly before 9 p.m.
This year’s 60-year-old spruce comes from the Shelton, Conn., backyard of Joseph and Judy Rivnyak. It has been covered with 5 miles of wire and 30,000 multicolored bulbs known as light emitting diodes, or LEDs. Using the new lights is expected to reduce the energy consumption of the holiday display from 3,510 to 1,297 kilowatt hours per day. That daily savings would be equal to the amount of energy used to power a 2,000-square-foot home for a month. The tree’s topper can sparkle even without any lights: The Swarovski star is adorned with 25,000 crystals. It’s almost 10 feet in diameter.
Organizers also are planning to recycle the tree by using it as lumber for Habitat For Humanity projects in New York, the Gulf Coast, India and Brazil.
