Saturday, November 27, 2004

Japan's October Vehicle Output Drops

TOKYO November 27, 2004; Japan Today reported that production of cars, trucks and buses for October in Japan fell 3.7% from a year earlier to 897,425 units for the first decline in five months, due to slumping domestic sales, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association said Friday. Output of passenger cars slipped 3 ... Continue reading

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series News and Notes

. * Bobby Hamilton wins first NASCAR Craftsman Truck title for Dodge* David Reutimann is top Raybestos Rookie, Steve Park voted Most Popular DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (November 24, 2004) – Bobby Hamilton (No. 4 Square D Dodge) was crowned 2004 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion during Saturday night’s 10th An ... Continue reading

Toyota Thailand Reveals New SUV - Fortuner

Toyota Motor Thailand introduced its new Hilux Vigo based SUV. Called the Fortuner it is the final member of the IMV family. The Innovative International Multi-Purpose Project spawned the Indonesian-built Kijang Innova and the Thai-built Hilux Vigo so far. The Fortuner comes either with a 2.7-liter petrol (118 bhp @520 ... Continue reading

"Festival of Speed” Roars Into Town With 250 Ferrari, Rolls Royce and Other Exotic Motorcars

ST. PETERSBURG, FL November 26, 2004 -- The Second annual St. Petersburg “FESTIVAL OF SPEED” will take place in St. Petersburg, Florida in Vinoy Park on Sunday February 27, 2005. Festivities begin on Friday, February 25th with a “Jet Hop”. Participants, sponsors and VIP guests will gather in an ... Continue reading