National Clean Energy Project Summit Webcast
This coming Monday I will be participating in the National Clean Energy Project Summit hosted by the Center for American Progress Action Fund in Washington, DC. The event will be broadcast on the Pickens Plan website so you can follow the policy discussion - log on to http://www.pickensplan.com/summit at 10:15 am EST o ... Continue reading
LADIES, START YOUR ENGINES! IT'S OUR TURN NOW!
<b><i>By Theresa Earnheart, President Track Chic</b></i> <i>We know who we are. Weâre passionate! We LOVE speed! Weâre motorsports racing fans. Die hards! Balancing our love of the sport with our other roles of worker, mother, sister, friend, daughter, wife...</i> <b>We are the Track Chic phenomenon.</b> Shar ... Continue reading
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, has noted a significant boost in site traffic for Hyundai and Audi since the automakersâ advertising ran during the broadcast of the Academy Awards. Since the broadcast, Hyundai pages have received 27 percent more visitors c ... Continue reading
INDYCAR SERIES NOTES - February 23, 2009
1. Champions pose with sand-sculptured trophy prior to Open Test: IndyCar Series champions Scott Dixon (2008), Dario Franchitti (2007), Dan Wheldon (2005) and Tony Kanaan (2004) posed with a large sand sculpture of the IndyCar Series championship trophy as the series prepares for the start of the 2009 season, which wil ... Continue reading
Volvo Joins SPEED GT Manufacturers' Championship
TOPEKA, Kan. February 23, 2009: With the SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge GT Champions K-PAX/3R Racing making the switch from the Porsche 911 GT3 to the Volvo S60, WC Vision and Volvo Cars of North America, LLC, today announced that the Swedish marque has joined the 2009 SCCA SPEED GT Manufacturersâ Champions ... Continue reading
FORT SMITH, Ark., Feb. 23 -- Baldor Electric Company markets, designs, and manufactures industrial electric motors, mechanical power transmission products, drives, and generators and is based in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Baldor made the following announcements after the Company's Board of Directors' meeting held on Februar ... Continue reading
Manheim Adopts Industry-Leading Changes To Improve Remarketing Experience
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Lois Rossi February 23, 2009 Manheim Public Relations (678) 645-2028 Lois.rossi@manheim.com MANHEIM ADOPTS INDUSTRY-LEADING CHANGES TO IMPROVE REMARKETING EXPERIENCE Changes Offer Customers Consistency for Electronic Condition Reports, Arbitration ATLANTA - In an effort to bring a new lev ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Introduces “X-Force Blade”
SPENCER, Iowa--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), Cycle Country the world leader in snow plow manufacturing and accessories for ATV/UTVs announced the industryâs first internally welded all plastic plow. Until now other polyethylene blades have had steel support frames adding to the cost and weight of the ... Continue reading
T.J.T., Inc. Announces John R. Doherty Director Appointment
EMMETT, Idaho--T.J.T., Inc. (the Company) (Pink Sheets:AXLE), a major supplier of axles, tires, and set-up supplies to the manufactured housing industry announced the appointment of John R. Doherty to its Board of Directors, effective February 17, 2009. Doherty, a shareholder in the Company for a number of years, resid ... Continue reading
Dana Holding Corporation Reschedules 2008 Earnings Announcement and Conference Call for March 16
TOLEDO, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- Dana Holding Corporation announced today that it is rescheduling its 2008 earnings announcement to coincide with the filing of its 2008 Form 10-K, which is anticipated to occur on March 16, 2009. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA ) While company practice has been for Dana ... Continue reading
Tenneco Amends Senior Credit Facility
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--Tenneco Inc. announced today that its senior lenders have agreed to amend certain terms of its senior secured credit facility, which includes revising the financial covenant ratios under the facility for each quarter, beginning with first quarter 2009 and continuing through second quarter 2011. The c ... Continue reading
Stewart's Crew Grabs Tissot Pit Road Win in California
<b><i>No. 14 Team Lifts Owner/Driver to Top-10 Finish</b></i> The No. 14 crew for Tony Stewart took top honors Sunday, winning the Tissot Pit Road Precision Award at the Auto Club 500 Sprint Cup race in Fontana, Calif. Stewart's Old Spice/Office Depot Chevrolet Impala SS spent the least amount of time on pit road (260. ... Continue reading
Career Best Finish For Lagasse Jr. At California
Fontana, February 21, 2009: Scott Lagasse Jr. was looking to redeem himself after the season-opener at Daytona was not so kind to the CJM Racing team. In his first NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Auto Club Speedway, the Raybestos Rookie-of-the-Year contender was able to do just that. The chemistry was apparent as the ... Continue reading
Coughlin Drives JEGS.com Chevrolet To Phoenix Win
PHOENIX, February 22, 2009: Jeg Coughlin Jr. did something he's never done before Sunday at the 25th annual Lucas Oil Slick Mist NHRA Nationals -- beat good friend Kurt Johnson in the final round of an NHRA national event. Prior to this meeting at Firebird International Raceway, the two veteran racers had matched up 55 ... Continue reading
Goodyear Offers Versatile New Option for Working Trucks
AKRON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today introduced the Wrangler DuraTrac, the latest addition to the Wrangler lineup of truck tires. The DuraTrac offers innovative new features, making it ideal for work applications, from construction and farming to landscaping and mining. The new Wrangler Dura ... Continue reading
TOYOTA MOTORSPORTS REVIEW - Auto Club 500 - February 23, 2009
DENNY HAMLIN, No. 11 FedEx Freight Toyota Camry, Joe Gibbs Racing Finishing Position: 6th How was your race? "We were loose the entire race -- we fought it and fought it. The longer the run, the harder it was on the right rear tires and we 'd just roll away. We made adjustments to the FedEx Freight Toyota all night -- ... Continue reading
RED BULL REVIEW - Auto Club 500 - February 23, 2009
AN EFFORT WORTHY OF AN AWARD And the Oscar for Comeback Driver of the Race goes to ⦠Brian Vickers! Driver No. 83 came from the back to finish 10th in Sunday night's Auto Club 500 - no easy achievement considering Vickers' pole-winning run Friday was wiped out by an engine change. So Vickers rolled off 37th at the ... Continue reading
Stewart Snags Second Straight Top-10 in SoCal
Fontana, February 23, 2009: Tony Stewart dodged rain showers and a tight-handling racecar to finish a solid eighth in Sundayâs Auto Club 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif. Stewart, who led once for three circuits in the 250-lap race, scored his eighth top-10 finish in 16 sta ... Continue reading
Haas Automation Driver Fights Ill-Handling Racecar to 28th-Place Finish
Ryan Newman, driver of the No. 39 Haas Automation Chevrolet Impala SS for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR), battled a loose-handling racecar and numerous other issues en route to a 28th-place finish in Sundayâs Auto Club 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif. âTony Gibson (crew chief) ... Continue reading
Interstate Batteries Driver Follows Up Dual Victory Day with Another Impressive Run
Fontana, February 23, 2009: When you run three races in one weekend and the sum total of your finishing positions is five, it means your average finish was 1.6. Thatâs a pretty darn good weekend, and thatâs exactly what Kyle Busch was able to complete Sunday evening at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif. Ky ... Continue reading
VERSUS OFFERS MOTORSPORTS FANS MORE HOURS PER WEEK OF INDYCAR SERIES COVERAGE THAN EVER BEFORE
INDIANAPOLIS, February 23, 2009: VERSUS, the network that celebrates real competition and the exclusive cable television home of the IndyCar Series, today announced details for extensive additional race programming in 2009, which will accompany the networkâs live race telecasts. In total, the network will air more ... Continue reading
Kenseth Wins, Milwaukee Mile Fans Win With Two For $17 Offer
<B><i>Wisconsin NASCAR Superstarâs Second Straight Victory Expands Speedwayâs Ticket Offer For Another Week</b></i> West Allis, Wis. February 23, 2009: After Cambridge, Wis. native and 2003 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Matt Kenseth captured the Daytona 500 on February 15, The Milwaukee Mile celebrated wi ... Continue reading
Promising Day for McDowell Goes Up in Smoke
Fontana, February 23, 2009: Michael McDowell and his Pacific Packaging Group team were excited about their prospects for Saturday nightâs race in Fontana California and with good reason. McDowell had practiced consistently in the top 10 fastest cars during the pre-race practice sessions and backed it up with a str ... Continue reading
Midwest Off-Road Seminar Vendors List
The Inaugural Midwest Off-Road Racing Safety & Marketing Seminar Off-Road Community an Important Marketplace Abrams, WI (February 23, 2009) - The Midwest Off-Road Racing Community is coming together in Abrams, Wisconsin, March 14, for the first of its kind safety and marketing seminar, geared for the short course off r ... Continue reading
Raven Introduces SmartSteerTM Assisted Steering!
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.--The Raven SmartSteer assisted steering system takes the stress out of driving and makes it quick and painless to improve operating efficiency and performance. Pair SmartSteer with Cruizer, Envizio Pro, or Viper Pro for a quick-to-install steering system uniquely designed to keep the user on line and ... Continue reading
Ituran Location and Control Ltd. Announces Dividend Record Date
AZOUR, Israel, February 23 -- Ituran Location and Control Ltd. today announced that, the Board of Directors has approved the distribution of cash dividend in the amount of NIS 0.71 per share or 0.17 dollars per share, totaling approximately NIS 15.5 million or 3.7 million dollars. The dividend will be paid to sharehold ... Continue reading
Aero Performance Products, Inc. Files Quarterly 2009 Report
BLUFFDALE, Utah--Aero Performance Products, Inc. (OTCBB:AERP), which owns controlling interest in Aero Exhaust, Inc., a world leader in performance exhaust airflow technology, today filed its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the period ended December 31, 2008 with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The complete 1 ... Continue reading
Wonder Auto Technology to Announce 2008 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Financial Results on March 3
JINZHOU CITY, Liaoning, China, Feb. 23 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Wonder Auto Technology, Inc. ("Wonder Auto" or "the Company"), a leading manufacturer of automotive electrical and engine & suspension parts in China, today announced that it will report financial results for the 2008 fourth quarter ended December 31 ... Continue reading
BAIC Says No Plan To Buy Chrysler Assets & Tech
BAIC says no plan to buy Chrysler assets & tech http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1009449/BAIC-says-no-plan-to-buy-Chrysl er-as sets-tech.html Shanghai, February 23 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese automaker Beijing Automotive Industry Co (BAIC, or Beijing Auto) said today it has not talked with Chrysler LLC about buying assets or t ... Continue reading
Weichai Power Denies Talks With GM France Unit
Weichai Power denies talks with GM France unit http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1009444/Weichai-Power-denies-talks-with -GM-F rance-unit.html Shanghai, February 23 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese state-owned Weichai Power Co announced today that it has not had any discussions with the shareholders of General Motors on acquiring th ... Continue reading
Steyr, Audi, GM May Make Engines In Shandong
Steyr, Audi, GM may make engines in Shandong http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1009447/Steyr-Audi-GM-may-make-engines- in-Sh andong.html Shanghai, February 23 (Gasgoo.com) China Machinery Industry Federation (CMIF), Tsinghua University, Hebei Zhuoda Group, and Shandong province's Wendong municipality have recently signed ... Continue reading
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart Review
2009 MITSUBISHI LANCER RALLIART By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau What fun. Iâve had to two hot-shot all-wheel drive Mitsus nearly back-to-back. They look just alike because they are siblings â twins actually - with functional air scoops, large, trapezoidal grille that looks like it is gulping ... Continue reading
Will Be Optional Feature In Models Sold Outside U.S. NORTHVILLE, Mich., Feb. 23 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing and marketing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies, today announced that that its proprietary Climate Control Seat(TM) (CCS(TM)) system will be offered for the front s ... Continue reading
Ford Puts a Dent in Auto Insurance Costs by Making Vehicles More Damage Resistant and Cheaper to Fix
- Ford's new industry-first Paint and Body Technology Center brings repair and crash safety experts together to drive down auto insurance costs by making vehicles more damage-resistant and less expensive to repair. - New 2009 F-150 is the first vehicle to go through Ford's new design repair process, resulting in frame ... Continue reading
UAW and Ford reach deal on retiree health care trust
Monday 11:32 am ET By DETROIT February 23, 2009; Poornima Gupta and Soyoung Kim writing for Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co has reached a tentative deal with the United Auto Workers union on changes to a retiree health care trust, becoming the first Detroit automaker to secure union concessions on the key issue. Fo ... Continue reading
The Audi TT RS - Sporty Powerhouse with Five Cylinders
Audi is once again producing a five-cylinder powerhouse: the Audi TT RS will be unveiled to the world at the Geneva Auto Show. Its turbocharged 2.5-liter engine produces well above 300 bhp. It also delivers explosive acceleration, driving delight, and unrivalled sound. ... Continue reading
U.S. Cash for Clunkers? Not Yet
Washington DC February 23, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that among the measures recently proposed in Congress for reviving auto sales in the United States were plans that would offer owners of older cars â vehicles that, in theory at least, gobble gasoline and pour out pollutants â vouchers toward the ... Continue reading
NSK Reduces Customers' Costs with Extended Bearing Life
Full-Service Reconditioning Program Reduces Replacement Costs ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 23 -- NSK Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of its bearing reconditioning program. As the economy continues its descent into recession, businesses are evaluating every dollar they spend, aiming to cut costs without sa ... Continue reading
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: NovaCast Technologiesâ subsidiary SwePart Verktyg in Tyringe gives notice of dismissal to 25 employees of which 20 in production and 5 office workers. The notice is a preparatory measure to create balance between resources and demands from the automotive industry during 2009. Sw ... Continue reading
MSX International Selects ETL Solutions as European Automotive Data Extraction Services Partner
European Auto Dealers to Benefit from Strategic Partnership WARREN, Mich., Feb. 23 -- MSX International, Inc. (MSXI), a leading provider of outsourced business solutions and services to the global automotive marketplace, today announced that it has selected ETL Solutions Limited, a leading data integration solutions pr ... Continue reading
STAR Publishes Transport Package 2009 Release 1
MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 23 -- Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail (STAR), a global information technology (IT) standards body for retail automotive and related industries, has published an improved version of the "Transport Package." This new version will help to facilitate interoperability for data exchange with a ... Continue reading
TORONTO & NEW YORK--Micromem Technologies Inc., (OTC: BB MMTIF, CNSX: MRM) through its wholly owned U.S. based subsidiary Micromem Applied Sensor Technologies, Inc. (MASTInc) (www.mastinc.com), has developed an oil sensor device to provide simple, easy-to-use monitoring of the basic properties of engine oil, and allow ... Continue reading
Make Sure Your Customer’s Vehicle is Covered from Hook-up to Delivery
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--What if your tow company was dispatched to pick up a vehicle, and an improper hook up caused transmission damage? Or, your mechanic got into a wreck when he took a car out for a quick test drive while doing repairs? You could be liable for these additional damages. Now, expanded tow truck insura ... Continue reading
Hella Acquires Remaining Shares of Its Relay Joint Venture in China
PLYMOUTH, Mich.--Hella Hongfa (Xiamen) Automotive Electronics Co. Ltd. (HAE) of China has become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hella KGaA Hueck & Co., a tier-one supplier of automotive lighting and electronic equipment. Hella recently acquired the 30 percent share held in HAE by former joint-venture partner Xiamen Hongf ... Continue reading
Chrysler LLC Engineer Receives Prestigious Black Engineer of the Year President's Award
- Recipient, Olabisi (Bisi) Boyle, is Director - Powertrain Product Engineering, Program Management and Quality, Chrysler LLC - Award recognizes 'exceptional career gains in government and industry, in lifetime achievement and in pioneering feats' AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 23 -- U.S. Black Engineer & Information Techno ... Continue reading
Timken Expands Line of Heavy-Duty Wheel Seals and Tools
CANTON, Ohio--Dedicated to delivering increased uptime and reliability to the heavy-duty truck aftermarket, The Timken Company is expanding its line of wheel seals and installation tools for the heavy-duty truck aftermarket. The Outrunner® line of products, sourced from a leading manufacturer and sold under the Timk ... Continue reading
FEV, Inc. Announces Addition of Full Transmission and Driveline Development and Testing Capability
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 23 -- FEV, Inc., (FEV) a leading developer of advanced powertrain and vehicle technologies, announced today that it has completed infrastructure investment that enables the company to be fully capable in transmission and driveline design, development and testing, including battery emulation fo ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Fast Fit in Spain, Learn the Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/1d58e4/fast_fit_in_spain) has announced the addition of the "Fast Fit in Spain" report to their offering. The Fast Fit in Spain industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the fast fit industry. It i ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Drive a Ford? Get in-Depth Reporting on Ford Europe 2009, Edition 1
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bea36e/ford_europe_2009_c) has announced the addition of the "Ford Europe 2009 Company Profile Edition 1" company profile to their offering. This latest just-auto company profile is part of a major series of reports that will provide you ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: The International New Car Dealers Industry Report for 2009
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/dbad3f/2009_worldwide_new) has announced the addition of the "2009 Worldwide New Car Dealers Industry Report" report to their offering. The New Car Dealers Industry report, published annually, contains timely and accurate industry statist ... Continue reading
Navistar Delivers MXT-Based Units for MRAP All Terrain Vehicle Testing
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--As one of the leading producers of Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles, Navistar Defense, LLC will compete to supply the next generation of MRAPs with a vehicle based on its International® MXT⢠vehicle platform. The company delivered two vehicles today to undergo testing in the U. ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Car Batteries in France
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f20a2b/car_batteries_in_f) has announced the addition of the "Car Batteries in France" report to their offering. The Car Batteries in France industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the car batter ... Continue reading
Oklahoma City Sprint Customers Enjoy Enhanced Network Coverage and Capacity
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: Oklahoma City Sprint Customers Enjoy Enhanced Network Coverage and Capacity Date: 2/23/2009 10:00:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here --------------------------------------------- ... Continue reading
Houston Sprint Customers Enjoy Enhanced Network Coverage and Capacity
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: Houston Sprint Customers Enjoy Enhanced Network Coverage and Capacity Date: 2/23/2009 10:00:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here --------------------------------------------------- ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Emissions Systems in Italy
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/1a9755/emissions_systems) has announced the addition of the "Emissions Systems in Italy" report to their offering. The Emissions Systems in Italy industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the emiss ... Continue reading
San Antonio Sprint Customers Enjoy Enhanced Network Coverage and Capacity
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: San Antonio Sprint Customers Enjoy Enhanced Network Coverage and Capacity Date: 2/23/2009 10:00:16 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ----------------------------------------------- ... Continue reading
Little Rock Sprint Customers Enjoy Enhanced Network Coverage and Capacity
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: Little Rock Sprint Customers Enjoy Enhanced Network Coverage and Capacity Date: 2/23/2009 10:00:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ----------------------------------------------- ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Delivers Two M-ATV Production Vehicles for Military Evaluation
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation , announced today that its Defense division delivered two production-representative MRAP All Terrain Vehicles (M-ATV) to the U.S. Armyâs Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland for military evaluation. The mission-proven Oshkosh® M-ATV meets the survivability and mobility requirem ... Continue reading
[RealWire] UK's first parking space price-guide tool launched by Park Let
Company: Park Let (http://www.parklet.co.uk/) Release summary: An online parking space price-guide tool <http://www.parklet.co.uk/parking-rental-price-guide.aspx> has been launched today by Park Let <http://www.parklet.co.uk/> , the UK's largest parking space letting agent. It is the first real-time, location-specific ... Continue reading
Diversified Glass Services Names Reginald Hanosh II President and CEO
New leader to reinvigorate company's retail focus ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Feb. 23 -- Diversified Glass Services, parent company of Henderson Glass, has named Reginald Hanosh II as its new president and chief executive officer. He will also continue in his role as the organization's chairman of the board. Hanosh replace ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/323711/database_on_infota) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Database on Infotainment System Offerings on MY2009 Vehicles in The United States" to their offering. This database provides detailed information on v ... Continue reading
BILLERICA, Mass.--GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies announces the ACCUSOLVE Advanced Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Soot Sensor, the first in a new family of sensors that enables reduced emissions and improved efficiency of internal combustion engines and after treatment systems. ACCUSOLVE provides real-time soot l ... Continue reading
Darrell Waltrip Only Uses Rejuvenate for His Cars
MIRAMAR, Fla.--Joe McDonnell, chief executive officer of For Life Products (FLP), today announced the signing of three-time NASCAR Champion and FOX Lead Sports Analyst Darrell Waltrip to a multi-year deal as official spokesman for FLPâs Rejuvenate Auto product line. The home and auto surface-care products manufact ... Continue reading
Record 881 U.S. Auto Dealerships Closed in 2008
Washington DC February 23, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that a record 881 U.S. auto dealerships closed in 2008, with Detroit's three struggling automakers representing 80 percent of the decline, according to data released last week. In the face of tight credit and a plunge in sales of cars and trucks, about 4.2 ... Continue reading
Sales of Used Luxury Cars on the Rise
Washington DC February 23, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that although times are hard, but lots of Americans still have good jobs, and still want to drive around in style. The result: Demand for lightly-used luxury cars is booming even as new vehicle sales sag. According to the Wall Street Journal, a second-hand ... Continue reading
Subaru Justy: A Racy Little Number
Subaru has the perfect answer for belt-tightening motorists wishing to downsize but not down-spec. Diminutive delight, the Justy 1.0R is now available as a much sportier little number: the Justy 1.0 Twin Cam Special Edition. ... Continue reading
Aston Martin Enters Croatia As Part Of A Global Dealer Network Expansion
Forming part of Aston Martin's ambitious expansion plans for the company's global dealership network in 2009, the luxury marque has announced the opening of Aston Martin Zagreb. Opened in conjunction with luxury brand specialists Spectator Grupa, this new dealership marks the first entry for Aston Martin into Croatia. ... Continue reading
Cost-Conscious Mazda Wins Plaudits that Cash-Focused Fleets and Company Car Drivers Should Follow
Cost management is the number one priority for recession-hit businesses and two of Mazda's best-selling models have been highlighted by a leading consumer magazine as the ideal cars for cost-conscious motorists. Company car favourites the Mazda6 and Mazda MX-5 are highlighted in the latest Which? Car magazine as the fi ... Continue reading
Swedes support their government in rejecting GM's plea for government funding of Saab drama
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor STOCKHOLM, After the Swedish government rejected to meet General Motorsâ plea for government funding for Saab, emotions ran high today during a televised debate between Swedenâs Industry Minister Maud Olofsson and Jan à ke Jonsson, CEO of Saab Automobile. Olofsson said ... Continue reading
With a cubic capacity of 1,149cc, the 1.2 16V (D4F) engine has a power output of 75hp (55kW) at 5,500rpm and maximum torque of 107Nm at 4,250rpm. It is responsive across the most frequently used range of engine speeds and enjoys an idling speed to be cut to 650rpm from 750rpm leading to a fuel consumption gain of betwe ... Continue reading
Swedish Ministers Visit Saab HQ
Today the Swedish Minister of Industry, Maud Olofsson and Sven Otto Littorin the Minister of Employment travelled to Saab's headquarters in Trollhättan to discuss plans for a 'New Independent Saab'. A variety of topics were on the agenda including Saab's reorganization plans, short term funding plus strategies for att ... Continue reading
Drive It Day - Vauxhall Heritage Centre Opens Its Doors!
Vauxhall will be throwing open the doors of its Heritage Centre to mark the annual 'Drive it Day' celebration of classic motoring on Sunday, April 26 - and to mark the occasion further the event will include family entertainment and a free autojumble, where classic car enthusiasts can offload unwanted spares and automo ... Continue reading
The Saab 9-3X, making its public debut, is the focal point of the stand. A rugged all-rounder with a SportCombi body, advanced all-wheel-drive and a choice of gasoline, diesel or BioPower flex-fuel engines, it is designed to be equally at home on rough or smooth surfaces. In common with 9-3 diesel models now offering r ... Continue reading
Toyota Presents Three Visions For 21st Century Motoring
Australian motorists have been given a glimpse of the future of motoring with today's unveiling of three hybrid vehicles by Toyota. Toyota is showcasing the all-new third-generation Prius (to be launched in Australia in less than five months), a dramatic locally styled Hybrid Camry Concept Vehicle, and the futuristic 1 ... Continue reading
Yulon introduces Luxgen MPV in Taiwan
Yulon Motor, a leading automobile assembler in Taiwan has introduced its first self-developed model. The new Luxgen MPV is to be produced by a new subsidiary from April. ... Continue reading
Lower CO2 Emissions for Saab 9-3 Diesels
Saab's most popular 9-3 diesel models now offer reduced CO2 emissions and improved fuel consumption. Linear and Vector specification Sport Sedans, powered by the 150 hp/110 kW, single turbo or the 180 hp/132 kW, two-stage turbo 1.9-liter engine, now produce just 139 gm/km CO2 and impressive fuel consumption of 5.3 l/10 ... Continue reading
University To Study The Ferrari Diet
Ferrari is funding a new university laboratory and its staff to find new methods to put its super cars on a strict diet so that they can maintain their world-beating performance while reducing fuel consumption and cutting exhaust emissions. ... Continue reading
Rare Ferrari California Aims For US Record Sale Price
A rare 1959 Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder will be the highlight car to come under the hammer at the event usually referred to as Pebble Beach of the US East Coast, the 'Automobiles of Amelia Island' auction, which will be organized by RM Auctions on 14 March 2009. ... Continue reading
Audi's Lightning-Fast RS 6 Sedan Makes its Australian Debut
Audi's latest addition to the RS 6 family has arrived. The RS 6 Sedan joins its Avant stable-mate priced at $263,500. Powered by a twin-turbo V10 pumping out 426 kW of power and an awesome 650 Nm of torque, the new Audi RS 6 sedan is a car without equal. With the performance of a super car, it offers the every day usab ... Continue reading
More Power, Less Consumption For Audi's Versatile A6 Allroad Quattro
Arriving in Australia this month is Audi's latest iteration of the highly successful A6 allroad quattro. With versatility bred in its genes, the new A6 allroad quattro now boasts more power and less consumption for the 2009 Model Year. ... Continue reading
FPV Reveals the Stylish F6 E Concept
Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) has today set a new benchmark in executive styling and performance with the release of an all-new concept, the F6 E. "The F6 E has been designed to satisfy calls from the market for more performance based executive vehicles," Ford Performance Vehicles General Manager Rod Barrett said. ... Continue reading
If You Thought the Auto Bailout Was Ridiculous Before...
by: Andrew Mickey<br> February 23, 2009</p> To be honest, I figured General Motors (GM) would be in bankruptcy by now. With a monthly burn rate of estimated to be between $2 billion and $6 billion (depending on source) it would seem this money hole would have imploded sooner rather than later. But with the stimulus pac ... Continue reading
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Names New President & CEO
TOKYO - February 23, 2009: Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced today that Takanobu Ito, currently the company's Senior Managing Director, will become the seventh President & Chief Executive Officer of Honda Motor effective in late June 2009. Takeo Fukui, the current President & CEO, will remain on the board and assume the ... Continue reading
Mazda at 2009 MIMS - DSC, Satnav for Mazda3
New-generation Mazda3 will take small-car safety and equipment levels to new heights with Dynamic Stability Control standard on all models, and Satellite Navigation and Bluetooth connectivity standard on more than half the Mazda3 range. ... Continue reading
BMW Unveils New Z4 Roadster at Melbourne Motor Show
The all-new BMW Z4 Roadster will make its Australian debut at the Melbourne International Motor Show on 27 February, 2009, with deliveries to customers commencing in May. For the first time, BMW presents a Z4 Roadster powered by a twin turbo-charged straight six-cylinder engine and equipped with a retractable hardtop. ... Continue reading
Saab CEO Says Suitors In Waiting
STOCKHOLM, Feb 22, 2009; Niklas Pollard writing for Reuters reported that auto industry peers are among the investors who have shown interest in Nordic carmaker Saab, the top executive of General Motors' (GM.N) loss-making unit said in an interview with a Swedish newspaper on Sunday. "They have been of different kinds, ... Continue reading
Management Buyout Launched to Create Europe's First Green Van Company at LDV
A management buyout to transform award-winning British van manufacturer LDV into Europe's first green van company is nearing completion, it was confirmed today. The plan led by outgoing GAZ Chairman and Volvo MD Erik Eberhardson would make the Birmingham-based manufacturer the first volume producer of electric vans in ... Continue reading
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