Toyota Announces Prices For 2005 Prius, 4Runner, Highlander, MR2 Spyder And Celica
08/28/2004 Torrance, CA Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2005 Prius, 4Runner, Highlander, MR2 Spyder and Celica. The 4Runner, Highlander, MR2 Spyder and Celica will begin arriving at dealerships nationwide this week. The Prius will go on sale b ... Continue reading
The Future is Now - Toyota and Lexus Showcase Advanced Technology Vehicles at Challenge Bibendum
August 27, 2004 -- Torrance, CA -- As the leader in environmental technology vehicles, Toyota is taking its show on the road to the 2003 Challenge Bibendum in Sonoma, Calif., September 23-25, 2003. Toyota and Lexus will field a fleet of six vehicles with three advanced technologies, all available in customers' vehicles ... Continue reading
LF-S, LF-X Concepts Set for Lexus Booth at Tokyo Motor Show
August 27, 2004 -- Tokyo, Japan -- TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) plans to exhibit two Lexus concept cars at the 37th Tokyo Motor Show (general public days: Oct. 25 - Nov. 5) in Makuhari, Chiba. Lexus is Toyota's world premium brand. Toyota established Lexus in North America in 1989 with the brand concept of pursuing p ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Pricing For All-New 2004 Tundra Double Cab Pickup
August 27, 2004 -- Torrance, CA -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., today announced Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for the newest member of its truck family, the 2004 Toyota Tundra Double Cab, which goes on sale in dealer showrooms next month. MSRPs for Tundra Double Cab 4x2 range from $25,645 for an SR ... Continue reading
August 27, 2004 -- Torrance, CA -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., will debut the Highlander hybrid midsize sport utility vehicle (SUV) and an all new full-size pick-up truck concept at a press conference at the 2004 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Highlander hybrid will join the popular Prius ... Continue reading
Stremme Survives Bristol for Sixth-Place Food City 250 Finish
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Spencer Andrews Braun Racing (704) 799-1118 spencer@braunracing.com Stremme Survives Bristol for Sixth-Place Finish Bristol, TN (August 29, 2004) â“ David Stremme piloted the TRIMSPA X32 Dodge safely through the caution filled Food City 250 race at Bristol Motor Speedway (BMS) Fr ... Continue reading
New Car Review: 2005 Cadillac STS
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: 2005 Cadillac STS ENGINE: 4.6-liter V8, 3.6-liter V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 320 hp @ 6,400 rpm/315 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm (V8) 255 hp @ 6,500 rpm/252 lb-ft @ 3,200 rpm (V6) TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 116.4 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 196.3 x 72.6 x 57.6 in. TIR ... Continue reading
Earnhardt Ends Slump With Bristol Win
BRISTOL, Tenn. August 29, 2004; Jenna Fryer writing for the AP reported that Dale Earnhardt Jr. found the perfect cure for his struggling team's ills: Winning. Earnhardt broke out of a six-week slump Saturday night with a convincing victory in the Sharpie 500, giving him a weekend sweep at Bristol Motor Speedway and mo ... Continue reading
Saturday NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Final Results from Heartland Park Topeka
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NHRA WEST CENTRAL DIVISION HEARTLAND PARK TOPEKA Saturday, August 28, 2004 Contact: George Phillips, NHRA (626) 327-0480 CHESTERMAN REMAINS PERFECT AT NHRA WEST CENTRAL DIVISION NHRA LUCAS SERIES ACTION AT HEARTLAND PARK TOPEKA TOPEKA, Kan. - Cy Chesterman remai ... Continue reading
CASCAR: Peterborough Summary & Results
CASCAR Super Series SUMMARY & RESULTS: Power Water 200 // Peterborough Speedway For more information contact CASCAR at (519) 641-1214 For immediate release / August 28, 2004 Thomson boosts points lead with win at Peterborough; his second CASCAR victory in as many weeks PETERBOROUGH, ON - After his drought-ending CASCAR ... Continue reading
Mercedes Makes Biggest Recall Among South Korea's Imports
Seoul August 28, 2004; Bae Keun-min writhg for the Korea Times reported that Mercedes-Benz Korea has issued a voluntary recall for 2,956 vehicles of its vehicles, the largest volume ever for a foreign brand here. The Ministry of Construction and Transportation said Friday the German motor company will recall its E, S, ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Saturday from Beech Bend Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTH CENTRAL DIVISION BEECH BEND RACEWAY, BOWLING GREEN, KY. Saturday, August 28, 2004 Contact: Jerrie Foss, NHRA (626) 278-1956 QUALIFYING COMPLETE AT BEECH BEND RACEWAY, THACKER SETS TRACK RECORDS BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - NHRA North Central division racers comple ... Continue reading
August's New Vehicle Sales Could Be Disappointing Due to Hurricane Charley's Devastation
DETROIT August 28, 2004; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that Hurricane Charley's devastation in Florida and apparent diminishing effectiveness of consumer incentives are contributing to a slump in new car and truck sales in August, especially for General Motors and Ford, analysts say. Depending on the extent ... Continue reading
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