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GAAMA, Golf and the 2015 Acura TLX

Pomerance & Associates and other members of the Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association (GAAMA) were among the first to experience the features of the all-new 2015 Acura TLX at Top Gold in Alpharetta on August 13.

The 2015 Acura TLX is an all-new midsize sports sedan, the successor to the TL, and the third vehicle in Acura’s re-envisioned performance-luxury sedan lineup, positioned between the ILX entry-luxury sedan and the RLX flagship Acura sedan.

Developed under the theme of ‘Red Carpet Athlete,’ the all-new TLX is designed to deliver a unique and compelling blend of sports-sedan athleticism and premium (red-carpet) luxury refinement, while delivering on Acura’s ‘Synergy Between Man and Machine’ product direction – characterized by vehicles that perform “at the will of the driver” with intuitive, exhilarating and confidence-inspiring driving dynamics.

Dan Powderly, of Acura explains the "Red Carpet Athlete" concept to GAAMA members. Photo by Bonnie M. Moret.

Dan Powderly of Acura explains the “Red Carpet Athlete” concept to GAAMA members.

 

GAAMA members are lined up to explore the interior of the 2015 Acura TLX. Photography by Bonnie M. Moret.

GAAMA members are lined up to explore the interior of the 2015 Acura TLX.

 

GAAMA members love photo ops and the 2015 Acura TLC is a beauty. Photography by Bonnie M. Moret.

GAAMA members love photo ops and the 2015 Acura TLC is a beauty.

 

GAAMA's Nick Palermo chats with Creed Pannell of the "The Atlanta Business Journal" and a guest about the today's meeting.  Photogreaphy by Bonnie M. Moret.

GAAMA’s Nick Palermo chats with Creed Pannell of the “The Atlanta Business Journal” and a guest about today’s meeting.

 

Barbara Pomerance of Pomerance & Associates is impressed with the sleek design and roomy interior. Photography by Bonnie M. Moret.

Barbara Pomerance of Pomerance & Associates is impressed with the sleek design and roomy interior.

 

GAAMA member cannot get enough of the 2015 Acura TLX. Photography by Bonnie M. Moret.

As you can see, GAAMA members cannot get enough of the 2015 Acura TLX.

 

Sara Pines, Honda-Acura Public Relations discussed the 2015 Acura TLX with Barbara Pomerance.

Sara Pines, Honda-Acura Public Relations discussed the 2015 Acura TLX with Barbara Pomerance.

 

V-103's Bob Jackson and GAAMA's Nick Palermo leave no button untouched as they closely examine the interior of the 2015 Acura TLX.  Photography by Bonnie M. Moret.

V-103’s Bob Jackson and GAAMA’s Nick Palermo leave no button untouched as they closely examine the interior of the 2015 Acura TLX.

GAAMA's view will "par-taking" lunch at Top Golf.

GAAMA’s view will “par-taking” lunch at Top Golf in Alpharetta.

 

For more information about the all-new 2015 Acura TLX or other models, visit www.acura.com.

 

Buick Regal With OnStar 4G LTE Technology

On July 24, Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association (GAAMA) members had the opportunity to experience the Buick Regal with OnStar 4G LTE Technology at One Midtown Kitchen.

The Buick Regal has new technologies for 2015, offering customers greater connectivity which complements lifestyles that are more connected than ever. Included are OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot, as well as IntelliLink with Text Messaging Alerts and Siri Eyes Free.

OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot provide a mobile hub for drivers and passengers to stay connected.

Select 2015 Buick models on display at One Midtown Kitchen.

Select 2015 Buick models on display at One Midtown Kitchen.

Nick Richards, Buick Communications

Nick Richards, Buick Communications, discusses the new technologies for 2015, offering customers greater connectivity which complements lifestyles that are more connected than ever.

 

Nick Richards, Buick Communications

Nick Richards, Buick Communications, details the rollout.

 

OnStar's Stuart Fowle, Global Connected Consumer Communications, details how OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot provides a mobile hub for drivers and passengers to stay connected.

OnStar’s Stuart Fowle, Global Connected Consumer Communications, explains how OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot provides a mobile hub for drivers and passengers to stay connected.

 

GAAMA members lineup to experience OnStar with 4G LTE in the 2015 Buick Regal.

GAAMA members lineup to experience OnStar with 4G LTE in the 2015 Buick Regal.

 

GAAMA at “The Garden”

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.

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.

An array of family friendly Toyotas were on display.

An array of family friendly Toyotas were on display.

The FJ Cruiser 4x4 Trail Teams Ultimate Edition is quite the beauty.

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.

Pomerance & Associates looks forward to Toyota’s innovation at the 2015 Washington Auto Show.

A glance at the Connected Car Expo and the LA Auto Show

Welcome to the LA Auto Show

Welcome to the LA Auto Show

Lou Ann Hammond(Driving the Nation) & Barbara Pomerance at Connected Car Critical Dialogue.

Lou Ann Hammond(Driving the Nation) & Barbara Pomerance at Connected Car Critical Dialogue.

Barbara Pomerance with David Kiley, Editor-in-Chief, AOL Autos and John O'Donnell, Executive Vice President at WANADA and Assistant Show Producer of The Washington Auto Show®.

Barbara Pomerance with David Kiley, Editor-in-Chief, AOL Autos and John O’Donnell, Executive Vice President at WANADA and Assistant Show Producer of The Washington Auto Show®.

 

Brad Stertz of Audi discusses 4g LTE Technology on Audi with access to 7000 radio stations.  First automaker to integrate this in car.

Brad Stertz of Audi discusses 4g LTE
Technology on Audi
with access to 7000 radio stations.
First automaker to integrate this into car.

 

Cadillac's Elmiraj concept is long, sleek and powerful.

Cadillac’s Elmiraj concept is long, sleek and powerful.

Kevin Reilly, President of Alexandria Hyundai and Chairman of the 2014 Washington Auto Show with Kitmatni Rawlins, Host & Executive Producer at ARtv Live! and President & Publisher at Automotive Rhythms.

Kevin Reilly, President of Alexandria Hyundai and Chairman of the 2014 Washington Auto Show with Kitmatni Rawlins, Host & Executive Producer at ARtv Live! and President & Publisher at Automotive Rhythms.

Hyundai's Zombie Zone

Hyundai’s Zombie Zone

 A special keynote from Ford Motor Company’s Jim Farley, Executive Vice President of Global Marketing, Sales, Service and Lincoln.

A special keynote from Ford Motor Company’s Jim Farley, Executive Vice President of Global Marketing, Sales, Service and Lincoln.

Ford Motor Company’s Jim Farley, Executive Vice President of Global Marketing, Sales, Service and Lincoln with media.

Ford Motor Company’s Jim Farley, Executive Vice President of Global Marketing, Sales, Service and Lincoln with media.

 

 

 

THe all new Subaru WRX

The all new Subaru WRX

Our friends at Mazda remind us to be socially engaged.

Our friends at Mazda remind us to be socially engaged.

Frankfurt is the place to be this week for “auto-ficial intelligence.”

BMW-i8

BMW-i8

Frankfurt is the place to be this week for “auto-ficial intelligence.”  The massive expo center looks like IKEA on steroids.  The displays, some of which are two and three levels, include stages, turn-tables, multi-media signage and more.  

Warren Brown, Washington Post; Barbara Pomerance, Pomerance & Associates;  Kevin Reilly, 2014 Washington Auto Show chairman

Warren Brown, Washington Post; Barbara Pomerance, Pomerance & Associates; Kevin Reilly, 2014 Washington Auto Show chairman

Nothing compares to Frankfurt in terms of the volume of new models, debuts and concept vehicles. This important auto show is better than an iTunes playlist, as every trendsetting manufacturer is represented. 

 

Ray Day of Ford with Hon. David Catania, DC city councilmember

Ray Day of Ford with Hon. David Catania, DC city councilmember

Officials from The Washington Auto Show® were on hand to support their European counterpart and fellow OICA (Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles, translated The International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers) accredited show. In addition to numerous meetings with a myriad of manufacturers, the DC execs did find time to experience the great restaurants for dinner meetings and networking.

 

We were happy to entertain Peter Welch, the president of National Automobile Dealers Association, and the chairman, David Westcott and his wife Deb.  We ran into the New York Auto Show delegation and had a beer with the Detroit Auto Dealers at their party in the Klosterhof.

Volvo Press Conference

Volvo Press Conference

 

Audi Fashion

Audi Fashion

The Washington Auto Show will be open to the public from Thursday, Jan. 23 to Sunday, Feb. 2.  The show is open from noon until 9:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, from noon until 10:00 p.m. on Fridays, from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sundays. The show will close at 6:00 p.m. on its final day, Feb. 2.

Bentley

Bentley

 For those of you who are planning on attending The Washington Auto Show, we do have one very important reminder … be sure to wear your most comfortable shoes, your feet will be glad you did.