2007 Honda CR-V Upscale Style, Refined Dynamics and Advanced Safety
August 24, 2006 -- Torrance, Calif. -- The Honda CR-V is a highly-versatile four-door entry crossover SUV with a spacious five-passenger interior, sedan-like handling and ride comfort, and a reputation for offering the highest levels of standard safety features in the segment. The all-new 2007 Honda CR-V injects a dyna ... Continue reading
Nissan Launches Incentive Program; May Build Another Plant in North America
Washington DC August 25, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Nissan is launching an aggressive incentive program today which allows customers to buy a car now and not make a payment until 2007, reports The Detroit News. The offer, which ends October 2, allows customers in every state but Michigan, Maine and Pennsy ... Continue reading
Jack Nasser To Buy Jaguar From Ford? - VIDEO NEWS STORY
NEW YORK - August 25, 2006: Bloomberg News Columnist Doron Levin reports on former Ford president Jacques Nasser's possible attempt to buy Jaguar from Ford. Click below to watch the story. ... Continue reading
Wisconsin Native, Tony Leis Fulfilling a Dream at Milwaukee For Immediate Release (8/24/06 - Mooresville, NC) - La Crosse, Wisconsin native Tony Leis will be fulfilling a dream this weekend at the historic Milwaukee Mile in the Governor's Cup 200. Leis will be making his first start in the ARCA RE/MAX Series, behind th ... Continue reading
Stolen Corvette Returned After 37 Years, Restored and Ready for New Life
Fully Restored 'Vette Unveiled at Corvette Show in Carlisle, PA CARLISLE, Pa., Aug. 25 -- In January of 2006, Alan Poster was stunned when authorities notified him that his stolen Corvette had been recovered ... 37 years after it disappeared from a parking garage in New York City. On August 25, 2006, Poster unveiled hi ... Continue reading
Electric Car ZAPs Bay Area Events This Weekend
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.--Aug. 25, 2006--A new electric car called the ZAP XEBRA from Bay Area automotive pioneer ZAP (NYSE Arca:ZP) will be on display this weekend at events in South San Francisco and Pleasanton. Starting Friday the new ZAP XEBRA PK will be showcased as part of the Goodguys / Texaco Havoline 20th A ... Continue reading
Lexus Announces Pricing on New 2007 GS 350 and Additional 2007 Models
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 25 -- Lexus announced today the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) on the new 2007 GS 350 and the following 2007 models: GS 430, IS 350, IS 250, SC 430, LX 470, GX 470 and RX 400h. GS 350/ GS 430 The 2007 GS 350 replaces the previous 245-horsepower 3.0-liter GS 300 model with a new 303- ... Continue reading
San Diego Ford Dealers Advertising Association Names JWT as New Advertising Agency
JWT replaces incumbents Dailey & Associates of West Hollywood and Macedo Advertising of Covina SAN DIEGO, Aug. 25 -- The San Diego Ford Dealers Advertising Association has named JWT as its new marketing communications agency to handle creative, media placement and Hispanic marketing. "JWT provided all the resources we ... Continue reading
GM Showcases Dual Hybrid Technology
Washington DC August 25, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that General Motors showcased its new "dual hybrid" technology, along with other future engines and powertrains at its proving grounds in Milford, MI yesterday. Dual-hybrid technology uses a computer to choose from thousands of engine combinations: one electr ... Continue reading
Toyota May Delay Releases of New Models
Washington DC August 25, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Toyota is considering whether to delay the introduction of some new models by up to six months, according to The Wall Street Journal. The automaker has been accelerating its world wide growth, and said this past May that capital expenditures in the curre ... Continue reading
2006 Turkish Grand Prix - Free Practice
The PDF attached is safe and free from viruses 2006 TURKISH GRAND PRIX ISTANBUL PARK 25 AUGUST FREE PRACTICE Refreshed by his maiden victory in Hungary, Jenson Button was the fastest of the Honda Racing F1 Team drivers today at the conclusion of the first two free practice sessions for Sunday's Turkish Grand Prix. Jens ... Continue reading
'Dodge Nitro Hot Shots Melt-Off' at Chicago's North Avenue Beach
* Dodge to cool off hot new Nitro inside a giant ice cube on last day of summer * Two teams to melt the ice for the chance to win a 24-month lease on an all-new 2007 Dodge Nitro * Consumers can enter to participate online at http://www.DodgeNitroMeltOff.com AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 25 -- Even after enduring record-bre ... Continue reading
Robert E. Rubin Resigns from Ford Board of Directors
- Cites Citigroup's Multi-faceted Relationship with Ford - Bill Ford praises Rubin's contributions DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 25 -- Ford Motor Company announced today that Robert E. Rubin, director, chairman of the Executive Committee and member of the Office of the Chairman of Citigroup Inc., has resigned from the Ford Boa ... Continue reading
Holiday Accommodation With Star Quality: Mercedes-Benz Camper Vans
World premiere: the new Westfalia James Cook Sprinter New: Sprinter with low-frame chassis New: Viano CDI 3.0, piezo-electric ignition, cockpit/instrument cluster New: comprehensive upgrade for Vario large-capacity van STUTTGART - August 25, 2006: Discerning travellers who seek out hotels with a high star rating are no ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor and Pyeong Hwa Automotive to Form Slovakian Joint Venture
Partnership Will Deliver Door Modules to Kia DETROIT, Aug. 25 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. announced today that its Light Vehicle Systems (LVS) business group has formed a joint venture with Pyeong Hwa Automotive (PHA) for the final assembly of fully integrated door modules delivered just-in-time and sequenced for Kia Motors ... Continue reading
Nissan Denies Report of New US or Mexico Plant - VIDEO NEWS STORY
NEW YORK - August 25, 2006: Despite published reports in the Japanese press about Nissan plans to build a new manufacturing facility in the US or Mexico, Nissan is denying it. CLICK BELOW to watch the news story. ... Continue reading
Older Drivers Take Safety Course Without Leaving Their Driveway - VIDEO NEWS STORY
August 25, 2006: Driver safety is an ongoing concern worldwide, particularly for teenagers and older individuals. There are an estimated 75 million licensed drivers over the age of 50, according to the Federal Highway Administration. To encourage these drivers to evaluate their driving skills and to keep up with changi ... Continue reading
Al & Ed's Autosound Teams Up With Cadbury Schweppes and Ralphs Grocery Company to Raise Awareness of Backover Safety With Community Events and the Chance to Win One of 50 Prize Packages VAN NUYS, Calif., Aug. 24 -- Following the success of last year's "Back-Up To School Safely" program Al & Ed's Autosound is again team ... Continue reading
Online Platform That Allows Dealers to Purchase Off-term Rental Vehicles at Fixed Prices
Franchise Dealers in Florida, Arizona, Nevada and California Are First to Participate WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Aug. 24 -- J.D. Power and Associates' Power Information Network (PIN) and Driveitaway have formed a strategic alliance that will give franchise dealers online access to six- to nine-month-old rental vehicles ... Continue reading
MILFORD, MI - August 25, 2006: GM Powertrain's powerful Duramax 6.6L V-8 turbo-diesel engine is revised to meet new, stringent 2007 federal emissions regulations and continues to deliver the outstanding power and torque ratings customers expect. Upgrades to the engine and a new diesel particulate filter system help ens ... Continue reading
Goodyear Launches Fuel-Efficient Truck Tire Lines
DALLAS, Aug. 24 -- In a dramatic move to lower trucking fleets' and owner-operators' total operating costs, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today introduced a new fuel-efficient commercial tire technology and three new tires for long-haul trucks at the Great American Trucking Show here. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com ... Continue reading
Actor Erik Estrada to Help Deliver Safety Message at Child Seat Safety Inspection Fair in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI--Aug. 24, 2006--As part of a statewide partnership designed to reduce the leading cause of death among children, the Governor's Highway Safety Office, Ohio Department of Public Safety and 21st Century Insurance will bring their consumer safety program and the company's spokesperson Erik Estrada to Cincinnati ... Continue reading
Navistar, Caterpillar Set Framework for on-Going Business Collaboration
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--Aug. 24, 2006-- Pending Litigation Between The Companies Will Be Dismissed Navistar International Corporation , the nation's largest combined commercial truck and mid-range diesel engine producer, announced today that it has reached an agreement with Caterpillar Inc. on a new ongoing business relatio ... Continue reading
Autobytel Appoints McGladrey & Pullen, LLP as Independent Accounting Firm
IRVINE, Calif.--Aug. 24, 2006--Autobytel Inc. , a leading Internet automotive marketing services company, today announced that it has engaged McGladrey & Pullen, LLP as its new independent registered public accounting firm. The appointment of McGladrey & Pullen was approved by Autobytel's Audit Committee after an exten ... Continue reading
Cars.com Launches dealeradvantage LIVE
New Webinar Series Aims to Give Dealers an Online Edge CHICAGO, Aug. 24 -- Cars.com announced today its new series of free monthly webinars, dealeradvantage LIVE. Building on advice offered in its dealer newsletter, dealeradvantage, each session will offer tips and techniques to help dealerships get the most out of the ... Continue reading
IRL IndyCar Danica Patrick Transcipt
Danica Patrick Transcipt IRL IndyCar(r) Series driver Danica Patrick (Rahal Letterman Racing) participated in a press conference Thursday in advance of this weekend's Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma at Infineon Raceway (Aug. 25-27). Below is a transcript of the press conference: **** With your move to Andretti Green Racing, ... Continue reading
GM to Introduce New Light-Duty Diesel for North America
High-efficiency V-8 scheduled for pickup trucks under 8,600 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight MILFORD, MI - August 25, 2006: General Motors Corp. will introduce a new V-8 turbo-diesel that improves engine fuel efficiency by 25 percent for North American light duty trucks after 2009. The premium V-8 diesel is expected to deli ... Continue reading
Lexus GB Appoints Ewan Shepherd As Genreal Manager Operations
HORSHAM, England - August 25, 2006: Lexus is pleased to announce the appointment of Ewan Shepherd as General Manager Operations. Shepherd 45, took up the post in August after seven years working for Toyota in various field roles, most recently as UK Network Representation Manager. "This is an exciting time to be joinin ... Continue reading
September 2006: A New BMW For Every Day Of The Month
August 25, 2006: Three brand new models and over 30 new derivatives herald BMWâs busiest ever new plate month BMW has announced the start of production and prices for a plethora of new models, making September 2006 BMWâs largest ever single month for model introductions in the UK. A total of 32 new models wil ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Reveals IROC Sports Car Concept
BERLIN - August 25, 2006: Volkswagen has revealed its Iroc sports car concept at a special event in Berlin last night. The Iroc marks the return of the Scirocco, Volkswagenâs iconic sports coupé, which made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 33 years ago. Even in colour, with its Viper Green metallic paint, the ... Continue reading
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