2009 Detroit Auto Show: Chrysler Press Conference - COMPLETE VIDEO
DETROIT - JANUARY 10, 2009: General Motors' first press conference at this years North American International Auto Show will take place on Sunday at 12 Noon EST. The entire conference can be watched LIVE right here on TheAutoChannel.com. Please return to this page at the appointed time and then click the window below t ... Continue reading
Technology for the People DETROIT - January 11, 2009: Innovation, performance, responsibility and fun will all be on display from Volkswagen at the 2009 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Volkswagen is presenting an innovative lineup of extremely economical and low emissions drive technologies at the North ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Kia Motors America Announces 14th Year of Increased Market Share
Company Reaches Milestones in 2008; Builds on Brand Momentum, New Products - Pre-production Souls arrive at U.S. Kia retailers to ready consumers for a new kind of Kia - Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG) ramps up for on-target start of production DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Arriving at the North American International Au ... Continue reading
ATX Launches Enhanced Automatic Collision Notification for BMW
'Risk of Severe Injury' Calculation Added to Automatic Crash Location, Voice Connection DALlAS-FORT WORTH, Jan. 11 -- ATX Group, the leading independent provider of telematics services to global automobile manufacturers, announced today the deployment of the BMW Assist(TM) enhanced Automatic Collision Notification (ACN ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Volvo S60 Concept Press Conference - COMPLETE VIDEO
DETROIT - JANUARY 10, 2009: Volvo's press conference at this years North American International Auto Show will take place on Sunday evening at 5:30PM EST. The entire conference can be watched LIVE right here on TheAutoChannel.com. Please return to this page at the appointed time and then click the window below to watch ... Continue reading
Stars Endorse The Importance Of Karting At The Karting Show
Press Release Date: Sunday 11 January 2009 Ref: ASI09/26 Stars Endorse The Importance Of Karting At The Karting Show The Karting Show at Autosport International attracted a record number of celebrity drivers and product launches at Europeâs largest motorsport show at the NEC Birmingham this weekend. The show, whic ... Continue reading
SCCA Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup 2009 Schedule Announced
TOPEKA, Kan. January 10, 2009: For its fourth season, the SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup will expand to 10 rounds, making stops at some of the finest road courses in North America, as well as several new venues. The 2009 MX-5 Cup season begins as the previous two did, as part of The Mitty Classic at Road Atlant ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Chrysler Town & Country EV - VIDEO ENHANCED
- Chrysler Town & Country EV: The perfect fuel-efficient family vehicle - Range-extended powertrain delivers exceptional fuel economy, minimal environmental impact and the same seven-passenger capability DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- The Chrysler Town & Country EV is a Range-extended Electric Vehicle that demonstrates another po ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Jeep Wrangler Unlimited EV
- Allows customers to roam the planet and take care of it at the same time - Forty miles of all-electric, zero gasoline consumption operation and a 400-mile total driving range DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- The Jeep(R) Wrangler Unlimited EV is a Range-extended Electric Vehicle that provides a glimpse into the future of a "Go Any ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Dodge Circuit EV - VIDEO ENHANCED
- Dodge Circuit EV: Brand new version of all-electric sports car boasts unique, fearless Dodge design - All-electric vehicle delivers sports car performance with zero gasoline consumption, zero tailpipe emissions and 150-200 mile driving range DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- The Dodge Circuit EV displays bold exterior and interior ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Jeep Patriot EV
- Chrysler's ENVI electric-vehicle technology meets industry's most capable compact SUV - 400-mile total driving range - 40-mile all-electric range with zero fuel consumption and zero tailpipe emissions DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Jeep(R) Patriot EV joins the growing portfolio of electric-drive vehicles being developed by Chry ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Chrysler ENVI Plugged Into the World - COMPLETE VIDEO
Company Broadens its Production-intent Electric-vehicle Portfolio - Chrysler ENVI inspires a personal mobility revolution, delivering clean, environmentally responsible, no-compromise electric vehicles - Chrysler 200C EV concept and Jeep(R) Patriot EV expand potential electric-drive vehicle offerings - Five distinct ve ... Continue reading
2009 North American Car and Truck of the Year Winners Announced
DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- A jury of 50 automotive journalists from the United States and Canada has selected the Hyundai Genesis as the 2009 North American Car of the Year and the Ford F-150 as the 2009 North American Truck of the Year. The awards are designed to recognize the most outstanding new vehicles in their segments. ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Chrysler Introduces 200C EV Concept - COMPLETE VIDEO
Inspired and soulful look at the new Chrysler DNA Beauty and brains coalesce in Chrysler 200C EV concept vehicle with design and technology appeal Futuristic in-vehicle connectivity takes center stage ENVIâs Range-extended Electric Vehicle drive system with 400-mile range 40-mile, all-electric range with zero fuel ... Continue reading
Magna and Ford Motor Company partner to introduce zero-emission battery electric vehicle
AURORA, ON, Jan. 11 -- Magna International, the world's most diverse auto parts supplier, announced today a vehicle-development partnership with Ford Motor Company to introduce a zero-emission lithium-ion battery electric vehicle (BEV) to be delivered to market in 2011. The electric vehicle, which Ford announced at thi ... Continue reading
Gen-Y: America's Youth Weighs In On Making Cars Cool Again
Automotive Manufacturers' Future Depends on Gen-Y DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- The future of the auto industry will likely be driven by the choices and tastes of the largest generation since the baby boomers, Generation Y. At 75 million strong and coming of age, this Generation may re-shape everything, and the auto industry bet ... Continue reading
Safe, Comfortable, Efficient - The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sends a Positive Signal
DETROIT, Michigan, January 10 -- - Cross reference: Picture is distributed via EPA (European Pressphoto Agency) and can be downloaded free of charge at: http://www.presseportal.de/pm/68912/daimler_ag/?keygroup=bild - The new star in the luxury segment made its first appearance on the eve of the 2009 NAIAS - as part of ... Continue reading
All-new 2009 Dodge Ram Named 2009 International Truck of the Year
-- Beats new 2009 Ford F-150 and Subaru Forester DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- This evening, the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram earned the 2009 International Truck of the Year, awarded by International Car of the Year (ICOTY) jurors. The Dodge Ram beat the new 2009 Ford F-150 and Subaru Forester for top honors. The ICOTY board consists ... Continue reading
Ford Planning New Electric, Hybrid and Plug-In Vehicles in Next 4 Years
-- Ford announces aggressive new electric vehicle plan to bring pure battery-powered vehicles, hybrids and plug-in hybrid vehicles to market -- To start, Ford will introduce in North America: - A new battery electric commercial van in 2010 - A new battery electric small car in 2011 to be developed jointly with Magna In ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Lexus Stages World Debut of the 2010 HS 250h - COMPLETE VIDEO
DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Lexus today revealed the 2010 HS 250h, the world's first dedicated luxury hybrid vehicle, at the North American International Auto Show. This year's show marked the 20th anniversary of the debut of the first Lexus vehicles, the LS 400 and ES 250. The cars were introduced at the NAIAS in 1989. The HS ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Autoline Daily to do Four Live Updates During NAIAS - LIVE VIDEO
DETROIT - JANUARY 10, 2009: John McElroy's Autoline Daily will be doing four live broadcasts at this years North American International Auto Show. Two will take place on Sunday and two on Monday at 12 Noon and 4PM EST each day. The entire shows can be watched LIVE right here on TheAutoChannel.com. Please return to this ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Hyundai Genesis Named 2009 North American Car of the Year - VIDEO ENHANCED
Hyundai takes home its first North American Car of the Year honor DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- After months of expert test-drives, critical acclaim and independent awards, the Hyundai Genesis took top honors in the most exclusive award in North America when it was named 2009 North American Car of the Year. A jury of 50 independ ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Johnson Controls Unveils Small Car re3 Concept Car - COMPLETE VIDEO
DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- For Johnson Controls , a major goal is finding new opportunities to help its customers succeed by creating "smart" environments. In terms of vehicles, this means creating products that bring value today -- reducing weight, optimizing cost and providing sustainable solutions that generate consumer ap ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: 2009 Ford F-150 Named North American Truck of the Year
-- The all-new Ford F-150 is named North American Truck of the Year at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) -- Since its launch in October, 2008, the all-new F-150 has earned many awards and accolades, including 2009 Motor Trend Truck of the Year(TM) -- The 2009 F-150 also America's safest full-size picku ... Continue reading
DETROIT - January 11, 2009: Moments ago Cadillac unveiled its biggest surprise at NAIAS as Bob Lutz introduced a beautiful looking electric car called CONVERJ (pronounced "converge"). The vehicle looks similar to Honda's FCX Clarity. ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Toyota Introduces 2010 Camry - COMPLETE VIDEO
DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- The 2010 Camry is on display for the first time today at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). As the best-selling passenger car in America for seven years running and 11 of the past 12 years, Camry continues to redefine standards for comfort and performance. The 2010 Camry and Camry H ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid Makes World Debut at NAIAS - VIDEO ENHANCED
More affordable five-passenger, five-door Honda hybrid to go on sale in the beginning of April 2009 DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- The all-new 2010 Honda Insight hybrid car made its world debut today at the North American International Auto Show. Utilizing the latest generation of Honda's Integrated Motor Assist(TM) (IMA(R)) hybr ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: International Car of TheYear Awards
INTERNATIONAL CAR OF THE YEAR AWARDS Kick Off to the Detroit Auto Show By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Courtney Caldwell, founder and editor of Road&Travel Magazine, traditionally kicks of the North American International Auto Show (the Detroit auto show, that is) on the Saturday night before press day ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Officials from Johnson Controls today announced that the United States Patent Office has awarded the company two new patents on an innovative, wireless connectivity technology for use in vehicles. The technology can rely on the Bluetooth communications protocol to allow wireless connection of a cell ... Continue reading
Tesla Motors Introduces Roadster Sport
SAN CARLOS, Calif.--Tesla Motors Inc. began taking orders today for the Roadster Sport, a high-performance sports car based on the worldâs leading all-electric, zero-emission vehicle. The Roadster Sport does 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, compared with 3.9 seconds for the standard Roadster. It comes with a hand-wound ... Continue reading
- Concept car hints at future Legacy design language - - Features Symmetrical AWD and 3.6-liter Boxer engine - DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Subaru of America, Inc. revealed the 2009 Subaru LEGACY CONCEPT today at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. The new LEGACY CONCEPT is a hint at the future of Legacy design. Th ... Continue reading
Toyota Maintains Pace, Broadens Scope Of Advanced Environmental Technologies
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. today announced that it will display the Toyota FT-EV concept on opening Media Day at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), confirming its plan to launch an urban commuter battery-electric vehicle (BEV) by 2012. This announcement, coupled with its compressed natural ... Continue reading
- The 2010 Ford Taurus leads a wave of introductions from Ford Motor Company. Available this summer, this distinctive sedan combines class- leading technologies with engaging driving dynamics - The new Taurus delivers unsurpassed highway fuel economy from the 3.5- liter V-6 Duratec engine, available SelectShift(R) with ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Mercedes-Benz unveils 2010 E-Class luxury sedan
Mercedes-Benz upgrades E-Class sedan, outlines plans for electric car at Detroit auto show DETROIT January 11, 2009; Ken Thomas writing for the AP reported that Mercedes-Benz is upgrading one of its top luxury sedans and giving consumers a glimpse of a planned electric car. Daimler AG unveiled the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E- ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Electric Jeeps?
Chrysler adds Jeep Patriot to electric possibilities, updates other rechargeable vehicles DETROIT January 11, 2009; Tom Krisher writing for the AP reported that Chrysler's surprising leap into the electric car race will be recharged Sunday when the ailing automaker announces plans to add the Jeep Patriot small SUV to i ... Continue reading
International Car of the Year Awards Announce 2009 Winners
DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- The 13th Annual International Car of the Year Award's (ICOTY) jury presented today the winners of the 2009 International Car and Truck of the Year Awards. Held at the MGM Grand Detroit, the black-tie event hosted more than 500 industry leaders, VIPs, and media on the eve of press week of the North A ... Continue reading
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