The BOK Center, which is approaching its 10th birthday, continues to break records and rank as one of the world’s busiest concert destinations.Pollstar announced Friday their 2018 First Quarter Top 100 Arena Venues based on ticket sales and the BOK Center finished No. 7 in the United States and No. 24 in the world.The Tulsa arena was also the highest-ranked arena in North America managed by SMG, the Philadelphia-based venue operator that manages over 230 facilities, nearly 70 arenas, and over 1.75 million seats worldwide.The No. 7 ranking puts the BOK Center behind Madison Square Garden in New York and in front of The Forum in Inglewood, Calif. The Tulsa venue sold more concert tickets than arenas in several larger markets, including Kansas City, Dallas, Brooklyn, Nashville, Las Vegas, Chicago and Houston.“We are so thankful for the concert promoters and agents who continue to believe in the Tulsa market and we are so fortunate to be in a city that has embraced the … [Read more...] about Pollstar: BOK Center No. 7 arena in United States
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Fiat prices the new 2016MY 500X in the United States
Tweet TweetFiat released official pricing details for the 2016 model year 500X, a model that will go on sale in the coming months. In the United States, the Italian model starts at $20,000. The base model is called Pop and comes with a 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine producing 160 horses and 184 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive is the only option for this variant while the optional $1,900 all-wheel drive system is available on the other versions. Next up in the range is the Easy trim level which starts at $22,300. The range also includes the Trekking, Lounge and Trekking Plus variants, each one adding more and more equipment. However, you have to know what that standard model will give you in terms of equipment. While the exterior features are not very impressive for the base model, there are some interesting offerings inside. We talk about heated front seats, keyless entry, a 6.5-inch touchscreen part of the Uconnect system, seven airbags and many other features. A more powerful … [Read more...] about Fiat prices the new 2016MY 500X in the United States
Cadillac prices the 2014 ELR in the United States
Tweet TweetThe all-new Cadillac ELR gets official pricing info for the United States. The hybrid model starts at $75,995 and is scheduled to go on sale early next year. Under the hood we find a 1.4-liter petrol unit which recharges the 16.5 kWh lithium-ion battery. The latter powers a 207-horsepower electric motor which also provides a significant amount of torque, namely 400Nm. According to the company, you will be able to travel a total of 480 kilometers in hybrid configuration while fully electric, the Cadillac ELR provides a range of 56 kilometers. “The ELR is a unique blend of dramatic design with electric vehicle technology capable of total range in excess of 300 miles,” says the carmaker. In terms of styling, the new ELR benefits from LED optical blocks, revised bumpers, new alloy wheels and a big front grille. Inside, you will find an improved CUE infotainment system as well as a wide range of safety systems such as Lane Departure Warning and Safety Alert Seat. … [Read more...] about Cadillac prices the 2014 ELR in the United States
2019 Ford Ranger revealed for the United States – 2.3 litre EcoBoost, 10-speed automatic, standard AEB
Last year, Ford announced that it would be bringing back the Ranger nameplate to the United States, using the bones of the current T6 model sold in the rest of the world. Now, the Blue Oval has revealed exactly what kind of midsize pick-up truck North American buyers will get when it goes on sale there in early 2019, plus preliminary specifications and equipment. As expected, the Stateside model takes after the Ranger we get, but with a few subtle changes. At the front, the bumper is now made of steel and is connected directly to the frame of the vehicle, as is usual on American trucks. There’s also a new hexagonal grille – with twin bars on the range-topping Lariat variants – as well as the Ranger name stamped on the tailgate. Rounding off the exterior updates are the optional LED head- and tail lights, the former incorporating LED daytime running lights. Buyers can also specify puddle lights and cargo bed lighting, along with a Smart Trailer Tow connector that … [Read more...] about 2019 Ford Ranger revealed for the United States – 2.3 litre EcoBoost, 10-speed automatic, standard AEB
Takata recalls another 3.3 million vehicles in the United States to replace faulty frontal airbag inflators
And on it goes, the world’s biggest automotive safety recall caused by Takata’s faulty airbag inflators. In the United States, the Japanese safety system manufacturer has added 3.3 million vehicles to the list, the latest recall impacting a host of models made by different manufacturers in 2009, 2010 and 2013.Models affected by the recall, which covers the frontal airbags in these units, include that made by Audi, BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Jaguar-Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Tesla and Toyota.According to news reports, specific models affected by the exercise will be identified by the respective automakers when the necessary paperwork is filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) later in the month. The Takata airbag inflator defect issue centres around propellant degradation occurring after prolonged exposure to high humidity and temperatures. The inflators contain a non-desiccated, … [Read more...] about Takata recalls another 3.3 million vehicles in the United States to replace faulty frontal airbag inflators