Posts Tagged ‘Toyota’
May 18, 2016 | by Bonnie Moret | filed under: 2016 Ford Explorer, 2016 Lexus LX 570, 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 2016 Ram 1500, 2017 Chevrolet Volt, 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford, GAAMA, Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association, Honda, Hyundai, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Ram, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen
![2016 Family Car Challenge Winners](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/2016-Family-Car-Challenge-Winners-300x161.jpg)
2016 Family Car Challenge Winners
For Further Information:
Christopher Lawrence
AutoAcademics
(215) 514-8002
autoacademics@comcast.net
Georgia Journalists Name Chrysler’s Pacifica Best Family Car 2016
ATLANTA: The Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association (GAAMA) held its fourth annual Family Car Challenge at Lake Lanier Islands and named the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica the best family car for 2016. More than 40 journalists, representing national and publications and websites as well as bloggers and broadcast automotive journalists, test drove 24 vehicles and rated the cars and trucks.
In addition to the Pacifica winning Best Family Car, the other category winners were:
Best Value: 2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Best Technology: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
Best Three Row: 2016 Ford Explorer
Best Family Pickup Truck: 2016 Ram 1500
Best Luxury: 2016 Lexus LX 570
Best Green: 2017 Chevrolet Volt
“It was our most competitive Family Car Challenge yet and our journalists took almost 200 rides in the cars and trucks in order to truly get a feel for the vehicle, its value, energy efficiency, its technology and comfort,” says GAAMA President Christopher Lawrence, CEO of AutoAcademics. “In the front of our minds was always the family factor and whether this would be a vehicle that would be as family-friendly doing school drop-offs as well as taking the family road trip.”
Another exciting aspect of the Challenge was that the journalists were among the first to test drive some vehicles that were just re-introduced to the market, such as the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica and the 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E. “Because of the Family Car Challenge our members’ readers and listeners will be able to get some of the first initial impressions of these remarkable cars,” says Lawrence. “It’s another testament as to the respect GAAMA’s Family Car Challenge is receiving within the automotive industry.”
Participating manufacturers were: Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Ram, Subaru, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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GAAMA’s objective is to further professionalism of the automotive media, provide a forum for newsworthy people and products connected with the automotive industry and to bring together people whose activities are related to the field of automotive journalism, public relations and related fields for the mutual benefit of all parties.
March 29, 2016 | by Bonnie Moret | filed under: 2017 Nissan GT-R, Extra Terrestrial Vehicle Space Car, John O'Donnell, Mazda, Mazda MX-5 RF, Mirai FCV, Painted models, Tim Glynn, Toyota, Volkswagen, WANADA
The 2016 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) kicked off in style with several unveilings and a host of new cars. Needless to say, there was plenty of automotive hotness to go around. For over 115 years, the show has been one of the largest car shows in America and a place to see and be seen. New this year was the International Motor Press Association (IMPA) Reception with FCA, Mini, Mitsubishi, Scion and Subaru. Barbara Pomerance joined The Washington Auto Show delegation to attend NYIAS.
Below are a few highlights:
![Painted models pose in front of a backdrop to creating an illusion of wonder.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/FullSizeRender-223x300.jpg)
Painted models pose in front of a backdrop creating an illusion of wonder.
![Tim Glynn, Digital Media Manager at Volkswagen of America, Inc., Bob Yoffe of Yoffe Expo and John O'Donnell, CEO of Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/IMG_9651-300x250.jpg)
Tim Glynn, Digital Media Manager at Volkswagen of America, Inc. with members of The Washington Auto Show team, Bob Yoffe of Yoffe Expo and John O’Donnell, CEO of Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association.
![Toyota Mirai FCV named 2016 World Green Car](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Toyota-Green-Car-001-169x300.jpg)
Toyota Mirai FCV named 2016 World Green Car.
![Mazda MX-5 RF named 2016 World Car of the Year!](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Mazda-MX-006-300x203.jpg)
Mazda MX-5 RF named 2016 World Car of the Year!
![The HOT and super sexy 2017 Nissan GT-R.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/IMG_9668-002-300x243.jpg)
The HOT and super sexy 2017 Nissan GT-R.
![The Extra Terrestrial Vehicle Space Car. This creation is out of left field. It was made by a Florida car enthusiast, not a car manufacturer.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/IMG_9665-300x225.jpg)
The Extra Terrestrial Vehicle Space Car. This creation is out of left field. It was made by a Florida car enthusiast, not a car manufacturer.
![Barbara Pomerance , ceo, Pomerance & Associates with Kimatni Rawlins, seo of Automotive Rhythms.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/IMG_9704-297x300.jpg)
Barbara Pomerance , ceo, Pomerance & Associates with Kimatni Rawlins, ceo, Automotive Rhythms.
June 10, 2014 | by Bonnie Moret | filed under: Atlanta Botanical Garden, GAAMA, The Washington Auto Show, Toyota, WAS15
Atlanta Botanical Garden was the perfect setting for Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association’s (GAAMA) family-oriented June luncheon sponsored by Toyota.
![The Chihuly fountain graces the entrance of the welcome center at Atlanta Botanical Garden. The Chihuly fountain graces the entrance of the welcome center at Atlanta Botanical Garden.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/BON_1383-300x199.jpg)
The Chihuly fountain graces the entrance of the welcome center at Atlanta Botanical Garden.
![Barbara Pomerance of Pomerance & Associates with Michael Kroll, national manager product communications for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Barbara Pomerance of Pomerance & Associates with Michael Kroll, national manager product communications for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Barbara-Pomerance-Michael-Kroll-300x252.jpg)
Barbara Pomerance of Pomerance & Associates with Michael Kroll, national manager product communications for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
![An array of family friendly Toyotas were on display. An array of family friendly Toyotas were on display.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/BON_1378-300x187.jpg)
An array of family friendly Toyotas were on display.
![The FJ Cruiser 4x4 Trail Teams Ultimate Edition is quite the beauty. The FJ Cruiser 4x4 Trail Teams Ultimate Edition is quite the beauty.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/BON_1379-300x199.jpg)
The FJ Cruiser 4×4 Trail Teams Ultimate Edition is quite the beauty.
![The Tundra is work ready and family tough. The Tundra is work ready and family tough.](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/BON_1377-300x218.jpg)
The Tundra is work ready and family tough.
Pomerance & Associates looks forward to Toyota’s innovation at the 2015 Washington Auto Show.
April 11, 2014 | by Bonnie Moret | filed under: 2014 Atlanta International Auto Show, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, GAAMA, Greater Atlanta Automobile Media Association, Kia Motors USA, Mazda, Nissan, The Chrysler Group, Toyota
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Kathy Graham, Product PR Manager at Chrysler Group LLC with the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200.
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Brad Flaaen, Buick GMC Regional Marketing Manager.
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Edward Bailey, Chevrolet Regional Marketing Manager.
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Tim Chaney, Vice President, Marketing Communications, Kia Motors America.
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Steve Parrett, Manager, Southeast & South Central Communications and Mike Higginbotham, Senior Planner – EV, Sports Cars, Nissan.
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Mike Higginbotham, Senior Planner – EV, Sports Cars, Nissan.
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David Matthew, Vehicle Line Manager, Mazda North American Operations.
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David Matthew, Vehicle Line Manager and Tamara Mlynarczyk, Manager, Public Affairs, Mazda North American Operations.
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Brandt Coultas, Ford Consumer Marketing Manager.
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Bryan Robinson and Ryan Brock, Southern Toyota Distributors, LLC.
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Carl Lally, Head of Ram Truck Brand Operations
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Dave Fitzwater, Cadillac Regional Marketing Director.
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Barbara Pomerance, President & CEO, Pomerance & Associates.
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William Collins, Ford Communications, Eastern U.S. and Barbara Pomerance, president & CEO, Pomerance & Associates.
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Bonnie Morét, Director of Programs and Barbara Pomerance, President & CEO, Pomerance & Associates.
January 9, 2012 | by Rachel | filed under: Audi, Coda, Dodge, Electric Vehicles, Kia, NAIAS, Pomerance & Associates, The Washington Auto Show, Toyota
We’re trying to post ’em as fast as BP snaps ’em.
![detroit2012b](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/detroit2012b-224x300.jpg)
The Audi Electric A3
![detroit2012c](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/detroit2012c-224x300.jpg)
2013 Doge Dart Introduction
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James Lentz, President & Chief Operating Officer, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
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L to R: Scott McKee, Director, Public Relations, Kia Motor America; Robert Fogarty, Washington Auto Show Chairman; George Doetsch, Chairman, Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA); John Anderson, Director, Government Affairs, Kia Motor Corporation
![detroit2012f](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/detroit2012f-300x224.jpg)
Toyota's Fuel Cell Concept will be appearing at the Washington Auto Show
![detroit2012g](http://www.pomeranceassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/detroit2012g-224x300.jpg)
Coda Automotive Event Marketing Director Erin Goodhart with the all-electric sedan that's headed to the D.C. show.