Rand Racing - Daytona practice
Daytona International Speedway practice, Nov. 8, 2002 pacing the practice Rand Racing posted the fastest SRPII times during Friday practice for the final race in the Rolex Sports Car Series, set for Sunday at Daytona International Speedway. Ralf Kelleners and Niclas Jönsson were quickest in the No. 7 Nissan Lola, with ... Continue reading
Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief Phew. Have I been driving some great cars of late! The highlight of the summer had to be an encounter between Ferrari’s 456 and Mr. James Bond’s Aston Martin Vanquish. The 456 is an extremely quick gentleman’s carriage. It does not look that special, with all the la ... Continue reading
Volvo S60 R: North American Debut for Unique Performance Car
MIAMI, Nov. 8, 2002 -- First seen at the Paris Motor Show in September, the new Volvo S60 R rolls into Miami for a first look by North American audiences. The high-performance sedan is a limited-production model, inspired by the technology and performance of Volvo's renowned Performance Concept Car. Performance and Saf ... Continue reading
Japan's Isuzu, China's Shanghai Auto To Set Up JV
WASHINGTON -November 8, 2002; Dow Jones is reporting that Japan's Isuzu Motors Ltd. and China's Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp. agreed in principle to set up a joint-venture company in China next year for manufacturing big trucks, the major daily Mainichi Shimbun reported on its Web site Friday. Isuzu and Shanghai A ... Continue reading
Hill Racing Forms a Powerful Alliance
----- Original Message ----- From: "Tysinger Promo" <tysingerpromo@hotmail.com> Sent: Friday, November 08, 2002 1:44 PM Subject: Hill Racing Forms a Powerful Alliance > > > Hill Racing Forms a Powerful Alliance > > > Safety Harbor, FL (November 8, 2002)-2003 will mark a breakthrough season > for Luke Hill and Hill Raci ... Continue reading
2003 New Car Review: Infiniti G35 Sports Sedan
By JOHN HEILIG THE AUTO PAGE SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Infiniti G35 Sport Sedan ENGINE: 3.5-liter V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 260 hp @ 6,000 rpm/260 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic with manual mode WHEELBASE: 112.2 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 186.5 x 69.0 x 57.7 in. STICKER PRICE: $28,000 (est.) There are very ... Continue reading
Family Vehicle of the Year Award to 2003 Honda Pilot
MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Nov. 8 -- Declaring the 2003 Honda Pilot to be the best new vehicle that meets the needs of busy families, AMI Auto World Magazine Editor-in-Chief Terry Jackson presented Honda executives the magazine's annual Family Vehicle of The Year award. Represented by a Tiffany crystal obelisk engraved with th ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Weekly Estimated North American Vehicle Production
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 8, 2002 -- Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 332,472 units, down from the 352,936 cars and trucks built last week, according to Ward's Automotive Reports.Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now totals 14,7 ... Continue reading
2003 Kia Optima Sedan Goes Upscale
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 8, 2002; Kia Motors America today announced that the restyled and updated 2003 Optima midsize sedan is now on sale at Kia retailers nationwide. Expressive, upscale styling and new product features are the headliners for the 2003 edition of Kia's largest sedan. The car's rich, contemporary new front ... Continue reading
Automotive Training Goes High-Tech and Hands On
ORLANDO, Fla.--Nov. 8, 2002--Lincoln dealers and sales staff throughout Florida will be participating in their first hands-on experience with the all-new, high-tech Lincoln Aviator on Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 11-12, at Orlando's Executive airport (501 Herndon Avenue, Orlando). The Orlando stop is one of two Florida tra ... Continue reading
Lexus Announces Prices on Award-Winning 2003 GX 470 at South Florida International Auto Show
MIAMI, Nov. 8, 2002; The all-new Lexus GX 470 luxury utility vehicle was named the "2003 Four Wheeler of the Year" by the editors of Four Wheeler Magazine today at the South Florida International Auto Show in Miami. Also announced were prices for the GX. Lexus will be the only full-line luxury make to offer three disti ... Continue reading
VW Touran - First Pictures And Specs!
Wolfsburg, Germany, November 8, 2002; Autoindex previews the Volkswagen Touran: first pictures and facts about the five to seven seat interior of the versatile compact vanNew perspectives from the Touran: Before its launch in the first quarter of 2003, Volkswagen is now publishing initial pictures and facts about the h ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Finds Improved Reliability in Hyundai, GM & Volvo Models- Toyota Drops
EMBARGOED UNTIL: 10:00 P.M., November 7, 2002 CONTACT: Douglas Love, 914-378-2437 lovedo@consumer.org CONSUMER REPORTS FINDS IMPROVED RELIABILITY IN MODELS FROM HYUNDAI, GENERAL MOTORS & VOLVO CR survey shows drop in reliability for redesigned Toyota Camry YONKERS, NY - Consumer Reports' latest annual reliability surve ... Continue reading
Millennium Cell's Hydrogen On Demand System Honored With Award From Popular Science
NEW YORK--Nov. 8, 2002--Millennium Cell Inc. , a leading technology solutions company that has created a proprietary technology to safely store, generate and deliver pure hydrogen, has received a 2002 Best of What's New Award from Popular Science. Together with DaimlerChrysler, Millennium Cell is recognized for its Hyd ... Continue reading
Camry Average? Toyota Response to Consumer Reports' Survey
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 8, 2002 -- This statement is being issued by Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.: In survey results publicized by Consumer Reports, the 2002 Toyota Camry was rated average due to complaints about minor issues with some aspects of the car's interior and exterior trim. Toyota responded to customer rep ... Continue reading
Popular Science Awards GM Technology `Best of What's New'
FOR RELEASE: November 8, 2002 Popular Science Awards GM Technology `Best of What's New' DETROIT - Popular Science magazine has named General Motors' Magnetic Ride Control the winner of its prestigious "Best of What's New" award in the Automotive Technology category for 2002. The award recognizes products or technologie ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company and MGM Present the Cars and Stars Of James Bond Film Die Another Day
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 8, 2002; As MGM Studios and Eon Productions shine bright lights on the stars of the latest James Bond film Die Another Day during a media preview in Los Angeles Nov. 8-10, Ford Motor Company will be on site displaying the cars the stars drive in the new film. After all, what is James Bond without his ... Continue reading
Land Rover Adds Freelander SE3 to Its Growing Family of Vehicles
MIAMI, Nov. 8, 2002 -- Land Rover announced the arrival of its newest North American model at the South Florida International Auto Show today -- the Freelander SE3. The sporty 3-door shares its 5-door stablemate's mechanicals and 101-inch wheelbase, and with twin removable sunroof panels and a detachable rear hardback, ... Continue reading
Texas AAA: Fuel Prices Decrease Second Consecutive Week
HOUSTON--Nov. 8, 2002--The statewide average price for regular self-serve fuel declined for a second week in a row, according to the Weekend Gas Watch, compiled by AAA Texas. The Weekend Gas Watch monitors the average price of gasoline at popular destinations for motoring trips. The Texas average is $1.40 a gallon -- d ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Gas Prices Make U-Turn and Spike After Two Months of Declines
LOS ANGELES--Nov. 8, 2002--After eight weeks of declines, gasoline prices reversed course last week and rose dramatically in Southern California, according to the Weekend Gas Watch, compiled by the Automobile Club of Southern California. For several weeks, retail prices held steady while wholesale prices rose. But last ... Continue reading
GM To Offer HP3 8100 V-8 Crate Engine in 2003
Durable Big Block Marine Engine Evolves Into Street Performance Engine LAS VEGAS - General Motors will introduce an automotive crate engine variant of the recently announced high-output Vortec HP3 8100 V-8 marine engine as part of the GM Performance Parts crate engine portfolio. The engine will be available for sale th ... Continue reading
Leffler to Pilot the NASCAR No. 7 Sirius Dodge
JASON LEFFLER TO PILOT NO. 7 SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO DODGE FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE 2002 SEASON NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver to join Sirius Racing team in Phoenix and Homestead-Miami NEW YORK (November 7, 2002) - Sirius Satellite Radio , the premier satellite radio provider, and Ultra Motorsports today named Jas ... Continue reading
USAR Releases Complete 2003 Schedule
For Immediate Release Tim Southers USAR Media Relations (770) 719-0204 usar@bellsouth.net www.usarprocup.com USAR Releases 2003 ProCup Race Schedule Fayetteville, GA (November 7, 2002) - United Speed Alliance Racing has released a final race schedule for the Hooters ProCup Series for 2003. The schedule will feature 30 ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club Offers Driving Tips During Rain Storms
LOS ANGELES--Nov. 7, 2002--The rainy season's first solid storm front will arrive tonight and is expected to affect Friday's commute. That means rough driving conditions for motorists. According to the Automobile Club of Southern California, motorists can anticipate driving hazards even at moderate speeds caused by dec ... Continue reading
US Fuel Cell Council Members to Dominate Exhibit Floor at Fuel Cell Seminar
WASHINGTON--Nov. 7, 2002--Members of the U.S. Fuel Cell Council (USFCC) will make up more than 40 percent of the exhibitors at this year's Fuel Cell Seminar in Palm Springs, California, November 18-21. The Council will also exhibit at the Fuel Cell Seminar, and will feature its brand new booth and graphics and conduct ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil's Mobil-Branded Lubricants Named ``Official Lubricants of NASCAR''
Asset Caption: Synthetic Mobil 1#174; with SuperSyn™, is a major sponsor of NASCAR racing. Pictured here, rookie sensation Ryan Newman drives the ALLTEL-Mobil 1 #12 NASCAR. Asset Caption: Web-ready logo Asset Caption: Press releaseAsset Description: Word document file Asset Caption: Downloadable headline & body t ... Continue reading
NHRA: Russell opens Pomona race as provisional No. 1 qualifier
For more information, contact Rob Geiger at 281-913-3316. Russell opens Pomona race as provisional No. 1 qualifier POMONA, Calif. (Nov. 7) -- Darrell Russell, one of eight Top Fuel drivers who can "double-up" this weekend with victories in both the Budweiser Shootout and the Auto Club NHRA Finals, got off to a quick st ... Continue reading
Thursday, November 07, 2002 Phoenix Int'l Raceway, Avondale, Ariz. NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Chevy Silverado 150 - Qualifying Patrick Mason Golin/Harris International 773-593-2044 BILL LESTER (No. 8 Dodge Motorsports Dodge Ram) - Second NOTE: Lester will start a career-high second place in tomorrow's Chevy Silverad ... Continue reading
Mopar NHRA Qualifying Notebook for Pomona
Mopar Motorsports NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series Pomona Raceway Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals Notes & Quotes Nov. 7, 2002 TELEVISION TIMES: (ALL TIMES EASTERN) QUALIFYING: Sat., Nov. 9; 9-11 p.m.; ESPN2 QUALIFYING: Sun., Nov. 10; 1:30-3:30 a.m.; ESPN2 ELIMINATIONS: Sun., Nov. 10; 5:00-7:00 ... Continue reading
Ultra/Evernham Motorsports Dissolves Partnership
For Immediate Release: Media contact: Amy Hunerberg Evernham Motorsports 704.577.9456 mobile ahunerberg@vnet.net Ultra/Evernham Motorsports Dissolves Partnership in No. 7 Winston Cup Team Statesville, N.C. (November 7, 2002) - Ray Evernham, president and CEO of Evernham Motorsports, and Jim Smith, owner of Ultra Motors ... Continue reading
"Stars & Cars" Of Mercedes-Benz Motorsports
http://www-video.daimlerchrysler.com/dctv/videos/2 0021106_e.ram CLICK4VIDEO The traditional end-of-season party for Mercedes-Benz motorsports took place on Saturday at the Stuttgart plant in Untertürkheim. The aces demonstrated to the hp enthusiasts how well they can drive their cars. The countless employees and fans ... Continue reading
Holy unemployment! Batman loses job as Onstar pitchman
Gotham City, November 8, 2002; Joe Miller writing for Bloomberg reported, General Motors Corp. is firing the superhero as pitchman for its OnStar in-vehicle communication system. The world's largest automaker will replace TV commercials based on the caped crusader with less expensive real-life radio ads. In the spots, ... Continue reading
The Return Of The Colt - Mitsubishi Hope
TOKYO, Nov 8, 2002 Chang-Ran Kim writing for Reuters reports that if there was ever a car that could make or break an automaker, the new Colt would be it for Mitsubishi Motors Corp. Two years after tarnishing its brand with the industry's biggest cover-up scandal to date, Japan's fourth-largest automaker badly needs a ... Continue reading
Cummins Westport wins first order in China outside of Beijing
VANCOUVER, Nov. 7, 2002; Cummins Westport Inc., a joint venture of Cummins Inc. of Columbus, Indiana, and Westport Innovations Inc. of Vancouver, B.C., announced today that it has won its first order for natural gas bus engines in China outside of Beijing. The order from the Xining Transit Company is for 10 B5.9-230G l ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Meriva Scoops Top MPV Design Award
November 6, 2002; Vauxhall's new Meriva, on display to the British public for the first time at the International Motor Show, has won its first award several months before it goes on sale! The Institute of Vehicle Engineers (IVehE) has given its prestigious MPV design award to Meriva with the citation: "Another vehicle ... Continue reading
Rocky Mountain Radar Avoids Retail Supply Shortages
EL PASO, Texas, Nov. 7, 2002; Rocky Mountain Radar, a leading provider of radar detection equipment for personal automotive use, is standing tall during a tumultuous 2002 holiday selling season via its longstanding airfreight-only and proactive FCC-compliance policies. While many radar detector companies suffer from sp ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Ranks GM, Hyundai, Volvo High in Survey
DETROIT November 7, 2002; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that -- Vehicles from General Motors Corp., Hyundai Motor Co. and Volvo showed improved reliability in a new survey by Consumer Reports magazine, while models from some Japanese automakers dropped. A sample of the survey results, released late Thursday ... Continue reading
Auto Makers, Racing Teams Turn To GPS For Performance Testing Accuracy
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--Nov. 7, 2002--Automotive performance testing - the art and science of measuring speed, acceleration, braking characteristics, cornering ability, and much more - is moving into a whole new world: the world of global positioning systems (GPS). Long saddled with cumbersome arrays of stopwatches, fifth ... Continue reading
SCE Electric Vehicle Reaches 100,000-Mile Milestone
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 7 -- The odometer on one of Southern California Edison's (SCE) electric vehicles (EVs) rolled over to 100,000 miles today -- the farthest any plug-in EV anywhere has traveled in real-world driving applications. Coincidentally, the EV milestone was reached as the Coalition for Clean Air held a celebrat ... Continue reading
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