Ford Company Reports May 2007 Sales
DEARBORN, Mich., June 1 â Ford Motor Companyâs new and redesigned crossovers are setting the pace in the industryâs fastest-growing segment and helped Ford to achieve its best retail sales performance of 2007. The all-new Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX set sales records in May. Edge sales were 12,701, up 39 p ... Continue reading
Fuel-Efficient Lancer Leads Mitsubishi to 15.5% May 2007 Increase
CYPRESS, Calif., June 1 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) today reported May sales of 13,651 units, up 15.5% from last May's total of 11,821.* It marks Mitsubishi's biggest month of sales in more than two years (March 2005). Sales of the all-new fuel-efficient Lancer more than tripled compared to last Ma ... Continue reading
GM Reports 375,682 May 2007 Deliveries
DETROIT - GM dealers in the United States delivered 375,682 vehicles in May, up 4.7 percent compared with year-ago monthly sales. On an unadjusted basis, sales were up 8.8 percent. GM's May retail sales of 279,731 were up 8.5 percent. On an unadjusted basis, retail sales were up 12.8 percent compared with a year ago. M ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group May 2007 U.S. Sales Rise 4 Percent
-- Jeep(R) brand up 20 percent -- Dodge brand gains 3 percent -- Chrysler brand car sales rise 22 percent fueled by "Maximize Your Miles" program -- Strong retail sales in May, fleet sales down -- Jeep Wrangler increases 114 percent, record month of May -- Inventory down by 19 percent and more than 110,000 units AUBURN ... Continue reading
Honda Sales Speed Up in May 2007 to New Record; Civic Sets All-Time Record
CR-V and Fit set records TORRANCE, Calif., June 1 -- Record May sales for American Honda Motor Co., Inc., increased to 145,367, up from 141,810 in 2006, breaking the previous May record set in 2004, the company announced today. The Honda Division posted record May sales of 129,447, up from May 2006 results of 125,639. ... Continue reading
Light Trucks Post Record Sales as New Acura Design Studio Opens TORRANCE, Calif., June 1 -- Record sales of light trucks drove Acura May sales to 15,920 units, off 5.3 percent* from May 2006 based on the daily selling rate that included one additional selling day, the division announced today. Acura year-to-date sales ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif., June 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported May 2007 U.S. sales of 26,788, down two percent versus the same period last year. Year-to-date sales of 126,922 are up 8.5-percent year-over-year. Mazda Canada, Inc., reported its best-ever May with sales of 10,312 representing an increase ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars North America Reports Sales for May 2007
IRVINE, Calif., June 1 -- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC reports May sales of 9,208 units* in the United States, which represents a 9.2 percent decrease compared to the same period last year. Overall, Volvo sales for North America (United States, including Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico) were 10,636 units* -- down 8. ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports May 2007 Sales
Year-to-Date Sales of BMW Group up 4.2 Percent WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., June 1 -- The BMW Group in the U. S. (BMW and MINI brands combined) reports strong demand for its vehicles in May, with sales of 30,819 vehicles, up 8.7 percent over the 28,360 vehicles sold in the same month of 2006. The BMW Group also reports an inc ... Continue reading
Suzuki Sets All-Time May Sales Record
BREA, Calif.--American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) today announced sales of 10,190 automobiles in May, an increase of 1 percent over May 2006 and the best May sales in company history. Year-to-date sales for 2007 now stand at 47,163 units; for all of 2006, Suzuki sold 100,990 vehicles â the first time in its 2 ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Sets Another Record With 2007 Best May Sales
MONTVALE, N.J., June 1 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest May on record with sales of 21,771 new vehicles, a 0.7 percent increase over last May. Sales for the month brought MBUSA's year-to-date volume to 98,651 new vehicles, a 4.8 percent increase compared to the first five months of 2006. Passenge ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Announces May 2007 Sales
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 1 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 93,062 units in May, up 3.2 percent from the prior year. Nissan Division sales increased by 2.9 percent over last year. Infiniti Division posted a sales increase of 5.6 percent versus the prior year. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- May sales for ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Reports Record May Sales
All-New Santa Fe Increased 101 Percent FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 1 -- Hyundai Motor America today reported sales of 43,885 for the month of May, up three percent representing the best May sales in company history. Hyundai's all-new 2007 Santa Fe led the strong sales with an increase of 101 percent over May 2006. Ou ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces 2007 Best May Sales Ever
IRVINE, Calif., June 1 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best May ever with sales of 28,494 units, a 7.5-percent increase over the same period last year. Year-to-date sales totaled 128,104, also a 7.5-percent increase over the same period last year. Sales for the month were led by the Kia Spectra at 8,512 ... Continue reading
- Subaru Impreza up 26% - CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported May sales of 16,282 total units. Sales of the Impreza model were up 26 percent over the same period last year. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050404/PHSUBARULOGO ) "Subaru sales are gaining momentum," said Tim Co ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif., June 1 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported all-time best-ever sales of 269,023 vehicles for the month, an increase of 9.7 percent over May 2006. The former all-time best-ever record was 242,675 units in March 2007. "As fuel prices and consumer confidence rose, the industry saw a ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler AG Reports 4 Percent Increase in U.S. Sales for Passenger Vehicles for May 2007
-- Chrysler Group Reports Sales of 199,393 Vehicles, a 4 Percent Increase for May 2007 -- Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Sales of 21,771 Vehicles, a 1 Percent Increase for May 2007 NEW YORK, June 1 -- DaimlerChrysler AG , the third largest U.S. auto maker, today reported total group sales of 221,164 passenger vehicles in th ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Continues Powertrain Offensive Investment with Second Phoenix Engine Plant
-- Saltillo, Mexico named as home to second Phoenix V-6 engine plant -- $570 million plant to begin production of fuel-efficient engines in 2009 -- $3 billion Chrysler Group Powertrain Offensive part of 'Recovery and Transformation Plan' MEXICO CITY, June 1 -- Frank Ewasyshyn, Chrysler Group Executive Vice President - ... Continue reading
Ethanol Industry Fights to Keep Fuel Prices in Check
Renewable fuels meet rising energy demand OMAHA, Neb., June 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Memorial Day weekend found the cost of driving at its highest in history. Many motorists took shorter trips and stayed closer to home. The cost of driving will continue to be highest in history as the oil industry continues to driv ... Continue reading
Solomon Announces Toyota Patent Infringement Appeal
TARPON SPRINGS, Fla., June 1 -- Solomon Technologies, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SOLM) announced today that it will appeal the final determination of the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) regarding Solomon's claim of patent infringement against Toyota Motor Corporation, and certain of its affiliates, to the ... Continue reading
ALMS (LE MANS) - SERIES DRIVERS ARE ETCHED IN LORE
Andy Wallace has made 18 starts at the 24 Hours of Le Mans dating back to 1988, when he won overall with Jaguar. Click here for Hi-Res The roster of American Le Mans Series drivers entered in this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans is undoubtedly one of the most experienced groups to ever have taken part in the annual enduranc ... Continue reading
INDYPRO (DOVER) - GUTHRIE PREVIEW
Guthrie Racingâs Indy Pro Series team and driver Sean Guthrie are headed back to the traditional Indy Racing League stop on their year-long schedule after the huge âIndy 500â by visiting The Milwaukee Mile, an historic facility encased in a Fairgrounds that welcomes race fans every year. The âRoad R ... Continue reading
INDYCAR (INDIANAPOLIS) - SERIES NOTES
1. After 500, IndyCar Series goes to Milwaukee<p> 2. Sharp, Crew Chief Grahn Win Special Indianapolis 500 Awards<p> 3. Camara hopes to break Lloydâs streak at Milwaukee<p> <p> 1. After 500, IndyCar Series goes to Milwaukee: For the first time in 12 years, a bottler of milk doesnât just mean the end of the Ind ... Continue reading
GRAND AM (DAYTONA) - 2007 Rolex Sports Car Series Champions Will Be Honored
Grand-Am officials announced today that for the third time in the past four years, Las Vegas will once again be the host city for the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Special Reserve Champions Banquet, which will be held on Monday, September 17 at The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino. The Rolex Cha ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c58634) has announced the addition of Toyota Motor 2007 Company Profile to their offering. This latest edition company profile is part of a major series of reports that will provide you with convenient and concise analysis on the worldâ ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Reports True Cost of Incentives for May: Summer Discounting Season Begins
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, estimated today that the average automotive manufacturer incentive in the U.S. was $2,497 per vehicle sold in May 2007, up $44, or 1.8 percent, from April 2007, and up $123, or 5.18 percent, from May 2006. Edmunds.com's monthly T ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Americas Completes Acquisition of Bandag
NASHVILLE, Tenn. & MUSCATINE, Iowa--Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. (BSAH) has completed its $1.05 billion cash merger with Bandag, Incorporated (Bandag). The two companies entered into a merger agreement on Dec. 5, 2006, in which Bridgestone Americas committed to acquire the outstanding shares of each class of Band ... Continue reading
U.S. Marine Corps Awards Force Protection $11.9 Million For MRAP Vehicles
LADSON, S.C.--Force Protection, Inc. today announced it has received an order for 14 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) Category III Buffalo vehicles from the Marine Corps Systems Command. The contract is worth an approximate $11.9 million and is scheduled for completion by spring 2008. The Buffalo is a mine cleara ... Continue reading
Toyota Leads in Manufacturing Productivity Report
Washington DC June 1, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Toyota was the top-ranked automaker in the 2007 Harbour Report on manufacturing in North America, with a combined 29.93 labor hours per vehicle. That score covers stamping, engine production, transmission production, and vehicle assembly. Honda showed the b ... Continue reading
DETROIT, May 31, 2007 â The manufacturing productivity gap among North American automotive manufacturers continued to narrow as quality advances and more flexible labor agreements drove major improvements, according to The Harbour Report⢠North America 2007, the annual study released today by Harbour Consulti ... Continue reading
SCORE (AUBURN HILLS) - Volkswagen Named Official Vehicle of SCORE International
Volkswagen's Legendary Desert Racing Lineage on Display This Weekend at Tecate SCORE Baja 500 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 31 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. has announced a multi-year partnership with SCORE International to become the Official Vehicle of SCORE and the six-race SCORE Desert series. The official announcement ... Continue reading
Young Drivers & Alcohol: A Deadly Mix
LOS ANGELES--Despite this weekâs high profile cases of apparent underage drinking and driving, Californiaâs graduated license and zero tolerance programs for young drivers appear to be taking hold. Over the weekend, police arrested actress Lindsay Lohan on suspicion of driving under the influence after she cr ... Continue reading
Les Schwab Memorial May 31, 2007
REDMOND, Ore.--A public memorial service was held today for Les Schwab at the Hooker Creek Expo Center in Redmond, Oregon. The service lasted approximately 60 minutes and an estimated 4,500 people attended the memorial. Schwab built Les Schwab Tire Centers into one of Oregonâs best-known businesses. He passed away ... Continue reading
Rhino Off-Road Industries Unveils Design for Rapid Response RTV®
HENDERSON, Nev.--Rhino Outdoor International, Inc. (OTCBB: RHOI), which operates outdoor activity based businesses, including wholly owned subsidiary Rhino Off-Road Industries, Inc., released design plans for its expanded capacity, 4-seat model Rhino Off-Road RTV® that is being added to its product line-up. The new RR ... Continue reading
Schwarzenegger Checks Out the "RIDE" a Zero Emission Vehicle
TORONTO--Governor Schwarzenegger, with a delegation of more than 50 California companies, spoke on Tuesday to an animated crowd of several hundred prominent Canadian business and political leaders to promote California clean technology innovations. As part of the California Delegation, RideVehicles LLC, a zero emission ... Continue reading
Joint Statement from Caterpillar and Anhui Xingma Automobile Group Co., Ltd.
(In response to media reports stating that Caterpillar is planning an equity investment in Anhui Xingma Automobile Group) PEORIA, Ill., June 1 -- Recent media reports have said Caterpillar intends to purchase a 20% stake in Anhui Xingma Automobile Group Co Ltd. Both Caterpillar and Anhui Xingma Automobile Group seek to ... Continue reading
Global Environmental Concerns Increase Focus on Advanced Engine Technologies
Frost & Sullivan to Host Quarterly Analyst Briefing on the Global Powertrain Market â Analysis of Engine Fuel Types Advanced Engine Technologies and Specifications on Thursday 7 June 2007 LONDON â May 31, 2007 â Frost & Sullivan will host a conference call on Thursday 7 June 2007 at 15.00 BST to provide ... Continue reading
IIHS Tests Convertibles: Saab and Volvo Tops - VIDEO ENHANCED
ARLINGTON, VA May 31, 2007; The Saab 9-3 and Volvo C70 earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's TOP SAFETY PICK award for superior crash protection in the first tests the Institute has conducted of 10 midsize convertible models. The Saab and Volvo earn the top rating of good for protection in front, side, and ... Continue reading
Garmin Adds High Sensitivity GPS Receiver to eTrex(R) Series
New myGarmin Feature Makes it Easier Than Ever to Download Geocaches OLATHE, Kan., May 31 -- Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. , today announced it has refreshed its eTrex series by adding a high sensitivity GPS receiver to this popular line of outdoor handheld devices. The new models include the eTrex V ... Continue reading
Global Environmental Concerns Increase Focus on Advanced Engine Technologies
Frost & Sullivan to Host Quarterly Analyst Briefing on the Global Powertrain Market - Analysis of Engine Fuel Types Advanced Engine Technologies and Specifications on Thursday 7 June 2007 LONDON, May 31 -- Frost & Sullivan will host a conference call on Thursday 7 June 2007 at 15.00 BST to provide industry participants ... Continue reading
Intelligentz Automotive Opens Research and Development Office in Michigan
NILES, Mich.--TradeMotion, a division of Intelligentz Automotive Corporation in Austin, Texas, has expanded by opening a research and development office in Niles, Michigan to support its expansive customer base nationwide. General Motors, Ford and Chrysler, all headquartered in Michigan, were a key influence in the dec ... Continue reading
Harman Kardon Launches Portable Navigation Device with 4-inch Widescreen Touchscreen Display
WOODBURY, N.Y.--Harman Kardon today announced the introduction of its Guide + Play GPS-300, a portable GPS navigation device with integrated MP3/WMA playback capability. The unit utilizes a sleek, 4" widescreen interface giving users access to a robust navigation system and digital music player with a simple touch of t ... Continue reading
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