Rolls-Royce Unveils New Ghost at Frankfurt Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
FRANKFURT - September 15, 2009: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars unveiled its new production model, Ghost, at the Frankfurt motor show, September 15. The car was presented by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars' Chairman, Ian Robertson and Tom Purves, CEO at the press conference. ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Dazzles Frankfurt Motor Show with Stunning Presentation - COMPLETE VIDEO
New E-Class Estate - the largest and most comfortable luxury estate in its segment, and yet still a five-litre car New SLS AMG - super sports car with a highly-efficient V8, also available with electric drive starting 2013 S 400 HYBRID - the first, and so far the only, European hybrid model, with the lowest CO2 emissio ... Continue reading
2009 Frankfurt Motor Show: Maserati Reveals GranCabrio and GranTurismo MC Trofeo - VIDEO ENHANCED
FRANKFURT - September 15, 2009: The GranCabrio, the first four-seater convertible in the history of Maserati, makes its international début today at the Frankfurt International Auto Show. The GranCabrio â the third prong of the Trident â completes Maseratiâs product line-up that now consists of three ... Continue reading
Mission Motors All-Electric Motorcycle Breaks Bonneville Land Speed Record
The Mission One all-electric superbike achieves a two-pass 150.059 mph record with individual passes at speeds of 161mph SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 15 -- Mission Motors, a San Francisco based company redefining the world of performance motorcycles, announced today that its zero-emissions Mission One electric superbike has cl ... Continue reading
Autostrata.com Launched to Provide Online Portal for In-Vehicle Aftermarket Telematics Products
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Brandmotion LLC today launched Autostrata.com, a Web portal specializing in consumer automotive aftermarket telematics applications, providing car owners with easily installed entertainment, safety and productivity products. Jeff Varick, President and CEO of Brandmotion, noted that Americans spend mor ... Continue reading
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--Using technology to improve the experience of shopping for car insurance has put Progressive near the top of the InformationWeek 500, InformationWeek magazineâs annual ranking of the countryâs most innovative users of business technology. Progressive has made the list every year for th ... Continue reading
Electromobility as an Integrated Concept -- the Audi e-Performance Support Project
Audi is developing a holistic approach for electric driving New project unites creativity and expertise The e-performance support project to be launched in October FRANKFURT, Sept. 15 -- Audi is working hard on the future of mobility. The company has established a project house for the development of an integrated conc ... Continue reading
Jaguar Presents New XJ at 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
FRANKFURT - September 15, 2009: First unveiled in July 9, Jaguar presents the new XJ at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The all-new XJ is available to order now (dependent on market), with the first customers due to receive their cars in early 2010. The marqueâs stunning new flagship saloon drew large crowds to the show ... Continue reading
PocketFinder Family Vehicle Location Devices Ready for Sale
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Location Based Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:LBAS), a leading-edge service provider of personal and pet location devices, today announced that it is now selling vehicle location devices from its website: www.PocketFinder.com. âLike all PocketFinder family products, our vehicle location devices are wat ... Continue reading
Opel to Present New Astra at 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
FRANKFURT - September 15, 2009: With the debut of the new Opel Astra at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show (Sept. 17â27), the German brand will offer a super efficient palette of engines with low fuel consumption in the compact class. To mark ten generations of Opel compact cars, the new Astra will launch later this ye ... Continue reading
Bentley Mulsanne Makes 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show Debut - VIDEO ENHANCED
While paying homage to past Bentley greats, the brief for the new Mulsanne's design and engineering teams was to create a Bentley that represents the pinnacle of British luxury motoring. ... Continue reading
Audi Reveals the Purely Electric e-tron
- The highly anticipated Audi concept showcases the performance sports car capabilities of electric vehicle technology - Utilizing four motors, e-tron produces 313 hp and 3,319 lb-ft of torque - The electric vehicle study incorporates a range of novel approaches FRANKFURT, Sept. 15 -- Audi presents the highlight of the ... Continue reading
9.15Beijing Auto seeking alliance like Renault-Nissan
Beijing Auto seeking alliance like Renault-Nissan http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012177/Beijing-Auto-seeking-allia nce-l ike-Renault-Nissan.html Shanghai, September 15 (Gasgoo.com) By planning to indirectly own part of Sweden's Saab, Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. is seeking a "strategic alliance" model ... Continue reading
9.15Ssangyong plans to cut SAIC's stake to 11.2%
Ssangyong plans to cut SAIC's stake to 11.2% http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012173/Ssangyong-plans-to-cut-SAI C-s-s take-to-11-2.html Shanghai, September 15 (Gasgoo.com) South Korea's bankruptcy-protected carmaker Ssangyong Motor has submitted to a bankruptcy court its turnaround plan that suggests cutting the s ... Continue reading
9.15Tire spat may affect US automakers in China
Tire spat may affect US automakers in China http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012170/Tire-spat-may-affect-US-au tomak ers-in-China.html Shanghai, September 15 (Gasgoo.com) The ongoing China-U.S. trade dispute will drive tire prices higher for American consumers and also threatens to complicate business for U.S. aut ... Continue reading
COLOGNE, Germany--Today, Better Place and TÃV Rheinland announced a cooperation agreement to ensure that enhanced safety and reliability standards requirements are met for the deployment the Better Place electric car re-charge network. As part of plans to develop and implement a battery switch technology, TÃV Rhe ... Continue reading
Renault and Better Place Commit to Volume of 100.000 Fluence ZE in Israel and Denmark
FRANKFURT--Renault and Better Place announced today the signature of a definitive agreement that reflects their partnership in Israel and Denmark. The agreement marks nearly two years of development effort in creating the worldâs first mass market zero-emission vehicle with switchable battery. According to this ag ... Continue reading
Porsche Says It Is Working on Alternative Powered Sports Car
New CEO unveils four new high-powered 911s and hints at future hybrid and electric vehicles at Frankfurt Auto Show ATLANTA, Sept. 15 -- Speaking publicly for the first time at the Frankfurt Auto Show, Porsche's new president and CEO, Michael Macht, revealed that Porsche is considering and working hard on an electric-po ... Continue reading
For Some Auto Makers 2009 Hasn't Been so Bad
Washington DC September 15, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reprorted that thirty-five of the car-truck nameplates on the U.S. market reported sales increases for the first eight months of this year. John K. Teahan Jr. at Automotive News says that's not all bad in a year that everyone agrees has been a real stinker. But let ... Continue reading
All-New, 7-Seat Ford C-MAX to Join North American Lineup in 2011, Building Small Car Range
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 15 -- -- Ford will launch the all-new, 7-seat C-MAX in North America in late 2011 as a "whitespace" vehicle -- Revealed today at Frankfurt Motor Show, the new C-MAX brings "kinetic design" language to the compact segment, combining bold styling and versatile, spacious 7-seat layout -- C-MAX is th ... Continue reading
2009 Frankfurt Motor Show: Tesla Delivers 700th Roadster
FRANKFURT--Tesla Motors delivered its 700th vehicle Tuesday at the Frankfurt Motor Show, where the worldâs leading electric vehicle manufacturer unveiled the production version of the Roadster Sport. Tesla CEO Elon Musk handed the keys to an electric blue Roadster Sport to Lennart Hennig, a German law student in B ... Continue reading
Bus and Coach Operators Announce Plan to Take One Billion Car Journeys Off the Road
LONDON, September 15 -- News Conference Venue: One Birdcage Walk, 1 Birdcage Walk, Westminster, London SW1H 9JJ Date: Tuesday 15 September Time: 10.00am. Coffee and refreshments from 09:30 Britain's biggest bus and coach operators have joined forces to respond to the challenge of climate change by developing an action ... Continue reading
Detektionssysteme von Valeo ermöglichen sicheres, komfortables und umweltfreundliches Fahren.
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo hat drei innovative Detektionssysteme entwickelt, die erheblich zur Sicherheit im Strassenverkehr beitragen und somit das Autofahren komfortabler und angenehmer machen. Wird der Fahrer durch das unerwartete Auftauchen eines Objekts direkt neben dem Fahrzeug überrascht, kann dies zu gef ... Continue reading
Scott and Michael Goodyear Plus Andy Lee, Cap Henry and more!
RaceFanRadio Program Guest Line-Up: Tuesday, September 15, 2009 RaceFanRadio’s Tuesday night guest line-up includes some of the best young talent in motorsports with two programs targeting “the next generation of superstars: 8:00pm EST / 5:00 pm PST: “PitFit Presents the Next Level” - Join RaceFanRadio’s Char ... Continue reading
Valeo Engine Cooling Modules to Equip Renault's Future Electric Vehicles
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo has been awarded the contract to supply engine cooling modules and condensers for Renault's electric vehicles program. The first of these vehicles is the L38 VE project, or electric Fluence sedan, initially planned for the Israeli market. Technical requirements for a fully electric powe ... Continue reading
Volvo: Truck Deliveries in August 2009
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: Total deliveries from the Volvo Group’s (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) truck operations in August amounted to 7,109 vehicles. This was a decrease of 52% compared with the year-earlier period. In addition to continued low demand, deliveries for August were also affected by a prolonged vaca ... Continue reading
Blue&Me – TomTom, The New Integrated Infotainment System for Fiat Drivers, is Launched
AMSTERDAM--TomTom today unveils all details of the Blue&Me – TomTom, an integrated infotainment system with a portable navigation device co-developed with Fiat Group Automobiles. The Blue&Me – TomTom will deliver award-winning navigation technology to Fiat drivers by integrating it into multiple car models of Fiat ... Continue reading
Press Release - Vehicle crime to rise if car manufacturers don't adapt
PRESS RELEASE - 15/09/2009 VEHICLE CRIME TO RISE IF CAR MANUFACTURERS DON'T ADAPT Today, leading independent technical consultancy, SBD, has released a new report highlighting the need for new anti-theft strategies for the next generation of vehicles. Theft of vehicles is predicted to increase despite a downward trend ... Continue reading
BeamAtic(R) Premium von Valeo: eine Revolution in der Beleuchtungstechnik
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Dank der neuen adaptativen, automatischen BeamAtic(R) Premium Funktion wird die maximale Lichstärke beibehalten, mit Ausnahme des Bereichs in dem sich ein anderes Fahrzeug befindet. Die Sichtweite ist folglich mit Fernlicht zu vergleichen jedoch ohne Blendgefahr für andere Verkehrsteilnehme ... Continue reading
Des solutions hybrides pour tous grâce aux systèmes Valeo
FRANCFORT, September 15 -- Valeo développe toute une gamme de solutions pour les différentes étapes de l'hybridation des véhicules, permettant ainsi une réduction significative de la consommation et des émissions de CO2. Ces systèmes sont faciles à mettre en oeuvre et peuvent être rapidement introduites sur le ... Continue reading
Kühlmodule von Valeo in den zukünftigen Elektroautos von Renault
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Renault hat Valeo mit der Lieferung der Kühlmodule für die Motoren und Kondensatoren seiner zukünftigen Elektrofahrzeuge beauftragt. Das erste dieser Modelle ist der Fluence 3 Volumes mit elektrischem Antrieb (Projekt L38 VE), der zunächst auf dem israelischen Markt eingeführt werden sol ... Continue reading
Les manoeuvres à basse vitesse en toute sécurité grâce aux systèmes de détection de Valeo
FRANCFORT, September 15 -- Trois systèmes innovants de détection réalisés par Valeo en combinant ses technologies caméras, capteurs et radars, renforcent la sécurité routière en apportant une totale sérénité au conducteur. Ne plus être surpris par la survenue d'un élément perturbant dans l'environnement d ... Continue reading
Le système BeamAtic(R) Premium de Valeo révolutionne l'éclairage
FRANCFORT, September 15 -- Si les feux de route éclairent avec beaucoup plus d'efficacité, ils doivent rapidement céder le pas aux feux de croisement dès lors qu'apparaît un autre véhicule. Grâce à la nouvelle fonction d'éclairage adaptatif automatisé BeamAtic(R) Premium, l'éclairage maximal est maintenu à ... Continue reading
Valeo-Systeme machen Hybridlösungen für alle zugänglich
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo entwickelt ein breites Spektrum an Komponenten und Systemen für die verschiedenen Hybridisierungsstadien, die erheblich zur Reduktion des Energieverbrauchs und der CO2-Emissionen beitragen werden. Diese Innovationen sind umso nützlicher, als ihre Anwendung unkompliziert und ihre Endko ... Continue reading
Obama Decision on Chinese Tires Enforces Existing Trade Law
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The United Steelworkers (USW) today said President Obama's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese consumer tires was simply a matter of enforcing existing trade laws. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080131/DC12982LOGO) "It's our union's responsibility to defen ... Continue reading
Valeo Detection Systems Offer Complete Safety for Low-Speed Maneuvers
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo has developed three innovative detection systems combining camera, sensor and radar technologies, which significantly enhance road safety and give the driver complete peace of mind. Safety is significantly improved if the driver is not surprised by the appearance of a hazard in the vehi ... Continue reading
Valeo's BeamAtic Premium System is a Lighting Revolution
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- While high beam headlamps provide the most efficient lighting, they must quickly give way to low beams as soon as another vehicle approaches. Thanks to the new automated BeamAtic(R) Premium function, also known as Adaptive Driving Beam, maximum light is maintained except in zones occupied by ... Continue reading
Valeo's AquaBlade System: Simplicity, Safety and Ingenuity
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo has perfected a windshield wiper system that distributes the washer fluid evenly along the entire length of the blade, representing a major innovation in wiping systems. The AquaBlade(R) System improves driving safety with more homogenous wiping that does not interrupt visibility, since ... Continue reading
Valeo, the World's First Supplier to Produce Top Column Modules With the FlexRay System
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo has signed two new major contracts to supply top column modules to two European automakers, the Volkswagen Group and BMW, boosting Valeo's position on the German market as well as its global reputation as a top column module supplier. These complex units integrate all steering column co ... Continue reading
Valeo's New 3D-Effect Position Lamps: a World First on the Citroen D09 Concept Car
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo unveils a world first: a new technology that will transform lighting and signaling systems. The 3D-effect technology, used in the front and rear position lamps, adds substantial depth to the perceived image, despite being only 25 mm thick. It is based on the principle of the multiple re ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- The long travel damper dual mass flywheel (LTD DMF) significantly reduces perceived vibrations and engine noise. This represents a major step forward in powertrain filtration technologies. This advance is especially important because the fuel-saving engines now being developed have higher tor ... Continue reading
The Audi Q7 Equipped With Valeo's Tri-Xenon Smart Lighting
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo's Tri-Xenon lighting technology is being launched as a world first on the new Audi Q7. In addition to traditional high and low beams, the module has a "highway" function activated at 115 km/h which doubles the range of conventional Xenon low beams (from 80 m to 140 m), without dazzling ... Continue reading
AZBW Dinghy Digest September 13, 2009 Edition
Place your custom text here. AZBW - 1030 East Baseline Road - Tempe - AZ - 85283 Subscribe to this newsletter: https://www.mynewsletterbuilder.com/tools/subscription.php?username=azb wdd&send_id=798904929&l=s&newsletter_id=1410036723 Unsubscribe submit@theautochannel.com: https://www.mynewsletterbuilder.com/tools/subsc ... Continue reading
Wednesday Night Test & Tune at SSP on September 16
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Next Wednesday Night Test & Tune is on September 16 Newberrytown, PA (September 13, 2009) - The next Wednesday Night Test & Tune session will be held on Wednesday, September 16 at the Susquehanna Speedway Park. It is open to any type of racecars capable of ... Continue reading
economy and the auto industry outlook. MARTIN WINTERKORN, CHIEF EXECUTIVE, VOLKSWAGEN (VOWG.DE) "The difficult crisis in the automotive industry is not over yet, but there are increasing signs that the bottom has been reached." "The industry can be cautiously optimistic." LORENZO SISTINO, CEO, FIAT BRAND (FIA.MI) "The ... Continue reading
DOT and EPA Propose National Program to Improve Fuel Economy and Reduce Greenhouse Gases
New Interagency Program to Address Climate Change and Energy Security WASHINGTON September 15, 2009; U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Ray LaHood and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lisa P. Jackson today jointly proposed a rule establishing an historic national program that woul ... Continue reading
Frankfurt Auto show is dominated by electric cars. Volkswagen looks at adding two more brands to its portfolio. All that and more, plus more unveils from the Frankfurt Auto Show. Transcript and Story Links after the jump . . . Here are todayâs top headlines. Is Europe turning its back on diesels? The Frankfurt Aut ... Continue reading
Frankfurt Electrified - Diesel-Touting Europe Plugs In
Europeans are now rushing into hybrid and ultra-clean pure electric car technology because of strict emissions rules coming into force. Their newest models and technology will be on display across the halls of the Frankfurt Motor Show.Click here for a photo gallery of vehicles on display, courtesy of the Wall Street Jo ... Continue reading
Better Place Debuts EV Services Platform at Frankfurt Motor Show
FRANKFURT--Today, at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Better Place marked its next major technology milestone by demonstrating its electric vehicle (EV) services platform for making electric cars more convenient and affordable than internal combustion engine cars, unleashing a new era for wide-scale EV adoption. In conjunctio ... Continue reading
Continental Develops Powerful Networked System for Better Place Electric Vehicle Services Platform
REGENSBURG, Germany--International automotive supplier Continental has earned a contract from Better Place to develop powerful networked systems (head units) for the Better Place electric vehicle (EV) services platform. Continental will supply Better Place with the first systems in the fourth quarter of 2009 for initia ... Continue reading
Valeo Offers Hybrid Solutions for All
FRANKFURT, September 15 -- Valeo is developing a range of scaleable solutions for different levels of vehicle hybridization, offering significant fuel savings and CO2 emission reductions. These systems can be rapidly applied and introduced to the market. Valeo is the only supplier to have two complementary stop-start s ... Continue reading
2009 Frankfurt Motor Show; BMW Opens Junior Campus Focused on Sustainability
Understanding Sustainability and Experiencing Mobility. Lord Mayor Petra Roth and Dr. Norbert Reithofer open BMW Group Junior Campus at Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA). Munich/Frankfurt. September 15, 2009; Today Frankfurtâs Lord Mayor Petra Roth and Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Managem ... Continue reading
Scott and Michael Goodyear Live In-Studio Tuesday at 9pm EST
Indianapolis, September 15, 2009: WKA Manufacturer's Cup Winner Michael Goodyear (Photo Courtesy of EKN.com) Tuesday night's "Karting News Live" welcomes former IndyCar driver and now ABC/ESPN-TV commentator Scott Goodyear and his son Michael, live in-studio... Join hosts Greg Wright and Matt Long every Tuesday night a ... Continue reading
Ford Customer Service Division Unveils Contest Winning Design Sept .17
DEARBORN, September 15, 2009: Even though itâs Race No. 1 in NHRAâs Countdown to 1 championship playoffs, the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Shelby Mustang Funny Car will set aside its traditional red and black Motorcraft livery during this weekendâs NHRA Carolina Nationals to help out a very special cause and ma ... Continue reading
IndyCar Offers Streaming Coverage Of Indy Japan 300
INDIANAPOLIS Sept. 15, 2009: IndyCar Series fans unable to attend the Indy Japan 300 can still watch all the on-track activity from Twin Ring Motegi via live streaming on the internet. Every practice sessions, PEAK Performance Pole qualifying and the Indy Japan 300 will be available for free on the Indy Racing League's ... Continue reading
Settlement of commercial dispute between Grand Prix F1 du Canada Inc. and Formula One Administration
Montreal, September 15, 2009: Grand Prix F1 du Canada Inc. today announced that the commercial dispute between it and Formula One Administration (FOA), which had been ongoing since last fall and led to the cancellation of the 2009 edition of the Canadian Grand Prix, has now been settled. Normand Legault, President and ... Continue reading
Aston Martin - The World's Most Elegant Four-Door Sports Car
Aston Martin will unveil one of the most eagerly awaited cars of 2009 at the 63rd Frankfurt Motorshow. The elegant Rapide, functional yet luxurious, provides space for up to four adults combined with an engaging driving experience synonymous with all Aston Martins. ... Continue reading
Audi presents the highlight of the IAA 2009: the e-tron, a high-performance sports car with a purely electric drive system. Four motors - two each at the front and rear axles â drive the wheels, making the concept car a true quattro. Producing 230 kW (313 hp) and 4,500 Nm (3,319.03 lb-ft) of torque, the two-seater ... Continue reading
Andy Lee and Cap Henry On The Next Level - Tuesday Night at 8pm EST
Indianapolis, September 15, 2009: VW Jetta TDI Cup Driver Andy LeeTuesday is all about "young up-and-coming drivers" and this week is no different! VW Jetta TDI Cup driver Andy Lee checks in on his chances of catching series points leader Timmy Megenbier in their final 2009 showdown at next weekend's season finale at R ... Continue reading
Mazda MX-5 Superlight Bows at 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show (IAA)
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editro No car lover misses the fact that the Mazda MX-5 is the worldâs best sold roadster. After 20 years of global success the MX-5 is still very popular. But Mazda wants the MX-5âs name to remain in the spot lights and not being at the IAA in Frankfurt, is missing a lot of pu ... Continue reading
2009 Frankfurt Motor Show: Volkswagen e-up! Zero-emissions Concept Unveiled
Volkswagen has unveiled an all-new zero-emissions vehicle - the E-Up! concept ... Continue reading
2009 Frankfurt Motor Show: Renault Unveils New Megane Renaultsport 250
The stunning New Mégane Renaultsport 250 will go on sale later this year to the delight of UK enthusiasts ... Continue reading
Skoda Yeti goes on sale in the UK
The new Skoda Yeti will go on sale on Thursday 17 September at Skoda retailers across the UK. Starting at just £13,725, Yeti is the newest addition to the growing range of Skoda vehicles. ... Continue reading
2009 Frankfurt Motor Show Ford Debuts All-New Ford C-Max Range
An all-new, two-model Ford C-MAX range makes its global debut at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show. The exciting new C-MAX family brings new levels of style and desirability to the compact multi-activity vehicle (MAV) market, with a bold and dynamic new look which extends Ford's acclaimed "kinetic design" language. ... Continue reading
Audi e-tron Electric Vehicle: Audi Surprise at 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor FRANKFURT, September 15, 2009. Undoubtedly one of the start of the IAA, that opened its door to the media today, is the Audi e-tron, a study for an electric super sports car. The resemblance with the R8 is unmistakable and no wonder there were rumours about the electric R8. The e- ... Continue reading
Audi e-tron Electrifies the Media at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
FRANKFURT - September 15, 2009: Audi presents the highlight of the IAA 2009: the e-tron, a high-performance sports car with a purely electric drive system. Four motors â two each at the front and rear axles â drive the wheels, making the concept car a true quattro. Producing 230 kW (313 hp) and 4,500 Nm (3,31 ... Continue reading
Well ahead of the official UK launch in Spring 2010, Citroën has released 100 examples of the dynamic and distinctive new DS3, which can be pre-ordered from today. The first 100 customers to order one of the strictly limited DS3 models will be the first to take delivery of this exciting new addition to the Citroën ra ... Continue reading
The Peugeot Bb1 - Mobility For the Future
With its BB1 concept car, Peugeot has pushed back the conventions and boundaries of current automobile manufacturing to create a totally new solution to the current and future needs of urban mobility. ... Continue reading
Sleek, sophisticated and unmistakably Saab, the all-new 9-5 saloon signals the dawn of a new era for the Saab brand. With progressive, confident styling and advanced technology, Saab's distinctive new flagship will bring a fresh, alternative choice to the premium saloon segment when it goes on sale in 2010 ... Continue reading
New British-Built Vauxhall Astra Raises Quality & Value at 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show Debut
The new Vauxhall Astra received its global debut today at the Frankfurt Motor Show with the promise of aggressive pricing, exceptional quality, and levels of equipment and technology seldom seen in the compact class. ... Continue reading
Mazda at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show: MX-5 Superlight Version and Mazda CX-7 Facelift
At this year's Frankfurt Motor Show Mazda celebrates the heritage of the MX-5 roadster with a special show car, the MX-5 Superlight version. Created by Mazda's European design team, the show car takes Mazda's lightweight strategy to a new level that is pure fun to drive yet extremely fuel-efficient. Joining at the stan ... Continue reading
Hyundai Joins Industry Leaders to Urge Action on Hydrogen Infrastructure
Hyundai Motor Company, the world's fifth-largest automobile group, joined leading global automakers to urge governments, energy companies and other organisations to develop easily accessible and affordable hydrogen infrastructure to ensure the successful introduction of fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) into the glob ... Continue reading
BMW Presents its First Production Hybrid Models
BMW is today presenting its first hybrid production cars, versions of the flagship 7 Series and X6 Sports Activity Vehicles, at the Frankfurt motor show. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Introduces the Stunning 2010 Model Year Lancer Line-Up
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) proudly introduces 2010 model year upgrades across the popular Lancer range. With interior and exterior style changes, safety and technology upgrades across the entire range, and the addition of a Special Edition RX model, the new Lancer family is on sale at your local Mitsubi ... Continue reading
Polo Three-Door - Initial Facts
Bestseller with new entry-level version: As a world premiere, Volkswagen is presenting the youngest offspring of the Polo family at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt (IAA, September 17 to 27): an agile three-door. The longer doors compared to the five-door version, along with new styling of the row of side wind ... Continue reading
The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro - Breathtakingly Dynamic Open-Top Driving
Exceptional performance and breathtaking dynamism coupled with the intense sensations of open-top driving: Audi presents the R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro. Its lightweight cloth top opens and closes fully automatically; several body parts are made of a carbon fibre composite material. ... Continue reading
â¢Supercharger and FSI direct fuel injection are a powerful combination â¢245 kW (333 hp), 440 Nm (324.53 lb-ft) of torque and exemplary efficiency â¢S tronic and quattro drive standard; quattro with sport differential optional FRANKFURT - September 15, 2009: The abbreviation âSâ stands for sports ... Continue reading
ARC Automotive Announces New Inflator for Passive Safety Restraint Systems the EcoSafe Inflator
FRANKFURT--ARC Automotive Inc., a leading producer of airbag inflator technologies, today announced a new, âgreenerâ alternative â the EcoSafe Inflator⢠â to engage airbag passive safety restraint systems in passenger vehicles. âARC Automotive, a pioneer in gas inflators, now introduces a ... Continue reading
LEBANON, N.H.--Mascoma Corporation today announced that it has entered into a feedstock processing and lignin supply agreement with Chevron Technology Ventures (CTV), a division of Chevron U.S.A., Inc. Under terms of the agreement, CTV will provide various sources of lignocellulosic feedstock to Mascoma. Mascoma will t ... Continue reading
Watchdog Group: GM Money-Back Guarantee Paid for With Tax Dollars
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- General Motors' new 60-day money back guarantee campaign seems to offer something for everyone -- except taxpayers, the 362,000-member National Taxpayers Union (NTU) pointed out today. NTU Vice President for Policy and Communications Pete Sepp offered the following s ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Defense Awarded Additional 352 M-ATVs worth $189 Million
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation announced today it has received an additional $189 million award from the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command Life Cycle Management Command (TACOM LCMC) to deliver an additional 352 MRAP All Terrain Vehicles (M-ATV) to the U.S. Armed Forces by March 2010. The award also in ... Continue reading
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