General Motors and Koenigsegg Sign Stock Purchase Agreement for the Sale of Saab - VIDEO ENHANCED
General Motors Co. today confirmed it has signed a stock purchase agreement with Koenigsegg Group AB regarding the sale of 100% of the shares of Saab Automobile AB. The deal is expected to conclude in the next months and will then secure Saab's future. Saab Automobile plans to exit legal reorganization shortly. ... Continue reading
Creditors committee for "Old Chrysler" files lawsuit over split with Daimler
NEW YORK August 18, 2009; Bree Fowler writing for the AP reported that Chrysler LLC's creditors have filed a lawsuit against Daimler AG charging that the German automaker unlawfully stripped billions of dollars in assets from the U.S. carmaker before selling it to a private equity firm. In the suit, filed Monday, the c ... Continue reading
PEWAUKEE, Wis.--American Transmission Co., along with American Electric Power , MidAmerican Energy Holdings Co. (MECH), Exelon Corp. , NorthWestern Energy , and MidAmerican Energy Co., a subsidiary of MEHC, is sponsoring a comprehensive study of the transmission infrastructure needed in the Upper Midwest to support ren ... Continue reading
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8.18China minister goes to Washington on tire case
China minister goes to Washington on tire case http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011804/China-minister-goes-to-Was hingt on-on-tire-case.html Shanghai, August 18 (Gasgoo.com) A Chinese deputy trade minister flew to Washington yesterday to lobby U.S. administration officials against a proposal to impose punitive dut ... Continue reading
8.18FAW Group may seek group listing in Shenzhen
FAW Group may seek group listing in Shenzhen http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011801/FAW-Group-may-seek-group-l istin g-in-Shenzhen.html Shanghai, August 18 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese auto giant FAW Group may seek a group listing through its Shenzhen-listed FAW Car Co and issue new shares worth tens of billions of yuan, ... Continue reading
8.18Tengzhong preparing Hummer sales division in Shanghai
Tengzhong preparing Hummer sales division in Shanghai http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011800/Tengzhong-preparing-Hummer -sale s-division-in-Shanghai.html Shanghai, August 18 (Gasgoo.com) China's Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Co, the surprise leading bidder for the General Motors' Hummer brand, is p ... Continue reading
ACSI: Detroit Responds—Customer Satisfaction Surges to Match Asian Competitors
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Taxpayers are getting a first hint of potential returns on their investment in the American automobile industry: Detroit is doing a much better job satisfying their customers, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). After having trailed competition for a long time, domestic autom ... Continue reading
Brian Scott Makes His Debut With CJM Racing at Bristol
Brian Scott Bristol Motor Speedway Sponsor: Ridemakerz Owners: Tony & Bryan Mullet Nationwide Crew Chief: Paul Wolfe Nationwide Chassis: 014 Manufacturer: Toyota Engine Builder: Triad Brian Scott Quick Facts: • Bristol marks the first confirmed race for Brian Scott behind the wheel of the No. 11 CJM Racing entry this ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Butzel Long, whose Global Automotive Team is among the nation’s leading automotive law practices, has been retained, with Bankruptcy Court approval, by the Committee of Unsecured Creditors of General Motors Corporation to serve as special counsel. In this role, the firm is representing the committee on matt ... Continue reading
Cobalt Ranks on Inc. 5000 for Third Straight Year
Three-year growth contributes to continued recognition for digital marketing leader SEATTLE, Aug. 18 -- Cobalt, the leading provider of digital marketing solutions to the retail automotive industry, today announced that it has been named to Inc. Magazine's list of America's 5000 fastest-growing companies for the third ... Continue reading
Cytec Engineered Materials Receives Spirit AeroSystems’ Outstanding Supplier Award
TEMPE, Ariz.--Cytec Engineered Materials, a business unit of Cytec Industries Inc. , today announced that its Havre de Grace, Maryland and Greenville, Texas facilities have received Spirit AeroSystems’ Outstanding Supplier Award. Spirit AeroSystems Supply Chain Management issues these awards to recognize suppliers wh ... Continue reading
Earnhardt Ganassi Racing - Bristol Motor Speedway Advance Notes
<<Picture (Device Independent Bitmap)>> Bristol Motor Speedway Advance Notes Race: Sharpie 500 on Saturday, Aug. 22 Track: Bristol Motor Speedway (0.533-mile oval) Location: Bristol, Tenn. Earnhardt Ganassi Media Contacts at Bristol Motor Speedway NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) Jarrod England No. 1 Bass Pro Shops / Tr ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com and Bark Buckle UP Announce the Top 10 Pet Safe Vehicles
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Traveling in the car with the family pet is a common necessity for many of America’s 71 million pet owners – 82 percent of dogs travel in cars during their lifetime. However, 98 percent of dogs travel unrestrained in moving vehicles, leaving both pets and the passengers vulnerable to injury in ... Continue reading
[image: MC-QL_NewsReleaseHeader.jpg] *FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE DIVISION ANNOUNCES FINALISTS IN THE SECOND ANNUAL FUNNY CAR DESIGN CONTEST TO SUPPORT JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION (JDRF)* DEARBORN, Mich., August 18, 2009 – Five finalists have been chosen from more than 300 designs submitted this summer by JDRF ch ... Continue reading
FW: Kurt Johnson edges closer to NHRA Countdown/ACDelco Racing/NHRA Reading
From: Jeff Romack Sent: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:32 AM To: Jeff Romack Subject: Kurt Johnson edges closer to NHRA Countdown/ACDelco Racing/NHRA Reading [cid:image001.jpg@01CA1FED.4EB0A4B0] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeff Romack ACDelco Racing Communications Office: 317.843.5447 Cell: 317.698.1016 jeff.romack@pmg ... Continue reading
Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max Tires Help Couple Shatter Fuel Efficiency Guinness World Record
Australian couple breaks record by more than 9 miles per gallon AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 18 -- In an impressive display of fuel economy, two drivers from Australia have broken the "48 Contiguous U.S. States Fuel Economy Guinness World Record," driving a car equipped with Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max tires. This three-week, 9,0 ... Continue reading
Jeg Coughlin Jr / Pre-race Notes - NHRA Toyo Tires Nationals (NHRA/JEGS)
Jeg Coughlin Jr / Pre-race Notes NHRA Toyo Tires Nationals Maple Grove Raceway Reading, Pa. (August 20-23) Jeg Coughlin enters this weekend’s NHRA Toyo Tires Nationals in Reading as the top ranked Pro Stock driver in the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series. He has claimed five wins in 16 events this season and ... Continue reading
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--Are you the poster child for safe driving, always leaving plenty of space between you and the car ahead? Or a business traveler who parks your car at the airport several days a week? Or maybe you have a car that you only take out for a spin on warm summer days. If so, your car is probably less l ... Continue reading
Koch leads 17 laps at Colorado International
PRESS RELEASE - GOLDEN GATE RACING TEAM, SAN FRANCISCO, CA. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, AUGUST 17, 2009 TEAM WEBSITE/CONTACT: Jim Offenbach, www.goldengateracingteam.com GGRT MEDIA CONTACT: Bill Sullivan,  sullivanimages@sbcglobal.net  A Richard Childress Development NASCAR Team   Blake Koch drove the RCR/Golden Gat ... Continue reading
Kubota Increases Size and Power of M-Series Deluxe Mid-Size Ag-Utility Tractors
TORRANCE, Calif.--Kubota introduces four new models to its M-Series deluxe mid-size ag/utility tractor line: the Kubota M100X, M110X, M126X and the M135X. Each tractor in the series is versatile, powerful and productive and features 97.7, 107.5, 125, and 135 net horsepower engines respectively. The M135X is Kubota’s ... Continue reading
Limousine Eighteen Rebrands as M7 Transportation
Rebrand Reflects Strength of Corporate Chauffeured Ground Transportation Services and Global Reach Company Launches New Website www.M7worldwide.com BOSTON, Aug. 18 -- Limousine 18, Ltd., is now conducting business as M7 Transportation, Ltd. The name change is the result of a rebranding that focuses on the company's con ... Continue reading
Media Alert: Alvarado Sweeps EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Tour Feature at Fairgrounds Speedway
News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 18, 2009 Alvarado Sweeps EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Tour Feature at Fairgrounds Speedway CORTEZ, Colo. (Aug. 14-15) - Two more dominating runs put another $2,000 in Ricky Alvarado's pocket, following a weekend sweep of EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Northern Tour events at Fairgr ... Continue reading
MicroDynamics to Introduce New Microscope at Quality Expo
MicroDynamics, Inc. will be at booth # 4670 at the Quality Expo in Chicago on September 22-24. The MicroQC inspection microscope will be introduced: it will truly revolutionize the way you think about non-contact surface roughness measurement. WOODSTOCK, Ga., Aug. 18 -- MicroDynamics, long the leader in cell volume mea ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ(R) Map for Venezuela Enhanced With Point Addressing and Visual Content
Enables Easier Destination Selection Functionality and Improved Orientation for Navigation Systems CHICAGO, Aug. 18 -- NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions announced the availability of Point Addressing and visual conte ... Continue reading
Networkfleet 4200 Low Cost GPS Vehicle Tracking System Now Shipping
SAN DIEGO--Networkfleet, Inc. today announced it is now shipping the Networkfleet 4200, a low cost GPS vehicle tracking system for commercial and government fleets. The Networkfleet 4200 adds to a growing family of hardware and services offered by Networkfleet to better meet the customer’s specific fleet management r ... Continue reading
New Army Laboratory Designed by SwRI Will Support Next-Generation Ground Vehicles
SAN ANTONIO--The U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) broke ground August 17 on a new 30,000-square-foot facility for testing military ground vehicles in support of the warfighter. Called the Ground Systems Power and Energy Laboratory (GSPEL), the facility will evaluate an arra ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Signs Server and Storage Management Services Agreement with EDS, an HP Company
PALO ALTO, Calif.--EDS, an HP company, today announced it has signed a multiyear technology and services agreement with Nissan North America Inc. (NNA) to support new product development and growth while reducing operational costs. NNA coordinates all operations, including automotive engineering, manufacturing, marketi ... Continue reading
Parts Pro Performance News 8-17-09
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Patrick Sheltra And Ted Musgrave To Co-Drive At Chicagoland ARCA Test
Patrick Sheltra And Ted Musgrave To Co-Drive At Chicagoland ARCA Test WHITESVILLE, Kentucky (August 18, 2009) - - Officials from Sheltra Motorsports announced today that former NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) Champion Ted Musgrave will share the driving duties with Patrick Sheltra in the No. 60 Buffalo Wings ... Continue reading
Premier File-Sharing Community Docstoc to Host Business Wire EON: Enhanced Online News Content
SAN FRANCISCO--Business Wire and Docstoc, an online document-sharing community and marketplace, announced today that they are partnering to provide content for Docstoc’s professional document posting platform. Under the new partnership, Docstoc will be posting content from Business Wire’s EON: Enhanced Online News ... Continue reading
Raser Technologies to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences
PROVO, Utah--Raser Technologies, Inc. , an energy technology company, announced today that it will present at three upcoming investor conferences. What: Cowen and Company 3rd Annual Clean Energy Conference When: Thursday, September 10, 2009 Where: Le Parker Meridien Hotel in New York City Presentation time: 11:00 a.m. ... Continue reading
RE: 25th FAI World Aerobatic Championships 2009 Live!
Apologies - attached! Hi, Please find attached a press release with news of the 25th FAI World Aerobatic Championships live broadcast worldwide. ... Continue reading
CALGARY, Alberta--Neohydro Technologies Corp. (OTCBB:NHYT), announces a significant advantage to the company by implementing remote tuning of the Green Interactive Hybrid System (GIHS). Michael Kulcheski, CEO of Neohydro, commented, “We are so fortunate to have such a great partnership with Gene Vettes, as they have ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f3e54f/chinese_pneum atic) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Chinese Pneumatic Components Market" to their offering. This research pays attention to the Chinese pneumatic components market growth as well as the market seg ... Continue reading
[cid:image001.gif@01CA2019.B3785740] Sheet Metal Workers' International Association 1750 New York Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20006 CONTACT: Vince Panvini 202 662-0887 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On Monday, August 17, 2009 the Sheet Metal Workers' International Association (SMWIA) launched a series of radio ads in Montana, Iow ... Continue reading
Synergy Sessions Number One Workshop for Automotive Internet Sales
Renaissance Hotel in Atlanta will host the Fourth Annual Synergy Sessions Event on October 5, 2009 PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 18 -- With the continued success of Cash for Clunkers, auto dealers are looking forward to keeping the momentum going forward. In that spirit the Synergy Sessions Workshop coming up in Atlanta continues ... Continue reading
Two Marines and a Truck Shows Success in Counter-Attacks Against "The Great Recession"
ALEXANDRIA, Va.--Two Marines and a Truck blazed a path to record growth, despite the enemies of a tight credit market and declining consumer spending. The company completed over 700 missions in the Washington D.C. metro area, since November 10, 2008. This group of special forces has won the "hearts and minds" of the Wa ... Continue reading
Once in a Lifetime Opportunity for Youth Soccer Players to Represent U.S. Leading up to Prestigious 2010 World Cup HERNDON, Va., Aug. 18 -- Volkswagen of America, the official automotive partner of Major League Soccer, launched the Volkswagen Junior Masters, a 20-country, international youth soccer tournament. Created ... Continue reading
Rivera All The Way in World Challenge GT at Road America
ELKHART LAKE, Aug. 18, 2009: After Eight Rounds of SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge GT competition, Tony Rivera, of Missouri City, Texas, became the first repeat winner of the 2009 season, taking the Road America Grand Prix Presented by StopTech. Eric Curran, of Easthampton, Mass., and Dino Crescentini, of Manhatt ... Continue reading
Rossi brings 50-point lead to Indy after Lorenzo's challenge ends with crash
INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 18, 2009: In a clear case of how statistics can deceive, Valentino Rossi won the Czech Republic Grand Prix by 11.766 seconds over Dani Pedrosa on Aug. 16 at the Automotodrom Brno. There was nothing easy about this win for Rossi, who heads next to the Red Bull Indianapolis GP on Aug. 28-30 at the Indi ... Continue reading
Lamb Takes Road America MX-5 Cup Win for Record Sixth-Straight
ELKHART LAKE, Aug. 18, 2009: Todd Lamb, of Atlanta, Ga., captured his record-extending sixth-straight SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup win in the final race of the Time Warner Cable Road Race Showcase weekend at Elkhart Lakeâs Road America. Marc Miller, of Holland, Mich., and Zach Ply, of Joliet, Ill., compl ... Continue reading
HVM Racing to make Firestone Indy Lights debut with Garcia
Indianapolis, August 18, 2009: Juan Pablo Garcia will drive the No. 8 HVM Racing car for the team, which acquired the assets of Michael Crawford Motorsports following the 2008 season and will make its series debut this weekend as well. "When we formed this Firestone Indy Lights team in the fall of 2008, we hoped to run ... Continue reading
Defending series, race champion Coughlin pumped up for Reading
READING, Aug. 18, 2009: A simple repeat of last year is on Pro Stock driver Jeg Coughlin Jr.'s wish list as he arrives at Maple Grove Raceway for this weekend's 25th annual Toyo Tires NHRA Nationals. One year ago, the five-time world champion came into Pennsylvania's Dutch Country and won the race, spring-boarding his ... Continue reading
Kia Forte Named 'Car of the Month' by NADAguides.com
All-new 2010 Kia Compact Sedan Lauded by Online Automotive Resource - Forte recognized for offering sophisticated styling, value and numerous class-leading features - All-new compact sedan tops segment by offering consumers the entire package IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 18 -- The most recent addition to the Kia Motors America ... Continue reading
Cash for Clunkers Sales on the Rapid Decline, Reports Edmunds.com
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--The rush of automotive sales activity brought on by the "Cash for Clunkers" program is fading fast, according to Edmunds.com, whose latest study of car buyer behavior indicates that automotive purchase intent is down 31 percent from its peak in late July. âNow that there is plenty of money in ... Continue reading
Azure Dynamics and Collins Bus Sell First Hybrid Electric Type A School Bus
OAK PARK, MI, Aug. 18 -- The NAPA Valley Unified School District (NAPA) in California has purchased the nation's first NEXBUS, the only hybrid electric Type A school bus available in North America. NEXBUS is produced by Collins Bus Corporation and features Azure Dynamics Balance(TM) Hybrid Electric drive train which is ... Continue reading
Dakoda Armstrong, Cap Henry and a "Mystery Guest" with PitFit's Jim Leo Tonight at 8pm EST
Indianapolis, August 18, 2009: Penske Racing Driver Dakoda ArmstrongF.A.S.T. Sprint Car Driver Cap HenryTonight on "the Next Level", we'll have a full line-up with two of the brightest young stars in short track racing....one wing and one non-wing....PLUS a very special "mystery guest" who goes fast in a real short amo ... Continue reading
Inaugural Military Vehicles Exhibition & Conference Opens to Heavy Traffic & Rave Reviews
DETROIT--More than 3,600 industry professionals were in attendance at IDGA Exhibitionsâ Inaugural Military Vehicles Exhibition & Conference. New business potential, strong leads and quality networking opportunities were just some of the benefits that both exhibiting companies and attendees enjoyed. (Editors Note: ... Continue reading
Hyundai Heavy Industries Orders Initial Wind Turbine Electrical Systems from AMSC
DEVENS, Mass.--American Superconductor Corporation , a global energy technologies company, today announced that it has received an initial order for 17 sets of full wind turbine electrical systems from Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (Korean Stock Exchange: HHI). Based in Ulsan, South Korea, HHI is the worldâs ... Continue reading
U.S. Army Orders More Polaris ATVs
MINNEAPOLIS--Polaris Industries Inc. today announced the Company received orders from the U.S. Army to provide additional vehicles, parts and accessories of the company's highly successful militarized ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle), the MV700, for operations in Afghanistan. The MV700 already has proven to be a very versatil ... Continue reading
Reinvented SAE 2010 World Congress Offers More Focused Technology and Cost Saving Solutions
DETROIT, Aug. 18 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Responding to the changing needs of today's automotive technical professionals, the SAE World Congress reinvents itself for 2010. The event, themed "Ecollaboration - Engage. Exchange. Excel," will be hosted by Ford Motor Company with Tier One Strategic Partner, Magna Internat ... Continue reading
Tesla to Open Power Train Facility in Palo Alto, California
PALO ALTO, Calif.--The City of Palo Alto and Tesla Motors announced today that Tesla will develop and manufacture electric vehicle components in a renovated building in the Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto. Tesla, the only automaker that is already producing and selling highway-capable electric vehicles, will lease ... Continue reading
Washington DC August 18, 2009; The Hyundai Equus is doing its homework on the American market before it arrives in the fourth quarter of 2010. Writers at Autoblog.com say they recently took a ride in the upscale sedan during the Pebble Beach weekend in Monterey, and predict that f it's priced right, it will do just as ... Continue reading
Application Process Begins for 2010: 100 Additional Apprentices at Audi
Multifaceted, real-world, team-oriented, with excellent prospects for the future: Six Audi apprentices explain why opting to join the premium automotive manufacturer was the perfect choice. And in recognition of Audi's 100th birthday, more young people than ever before will have an opportunity to enter the working worl ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 18 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. ("Quantum") today announced that its affiliate company Fisker Automotive made its Karma PHEV's driving debut over the weekend, just 19 months after being introduced as a concept. The 403hp Karma Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) attained ... Continue reading
Himfr.com Recommends Three Small-displacement Luxury Cars
BEIJING, Aug. 18 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Himfr.com analyst said that small-size and small displacement will be a trend for luxury cars. At present, BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus and other brands have introduced their own variety of 3.0L models, as introduced by Himfr as follows. BMW 1 Series of Special Edition Recently, ... Continue reading
More Workers Hired to Speed Cash for Clunker Reimbursements to Dealers
Washington Dc August 18, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Obama administration is tripling the number of workers processing Cash for Clunkers transactions as some dealers complain the government has been slow to reimburse them for the incentives of up to $4,500 a vehicle. According to the New York Times, an ... Continue reading
SANTA ANA, Calif.--Iteris, Inc. (NYSE Amex: ITI), a leader in the traffic management market that focuses on the application and development of advanced technologies, today announced that the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works has signed a contract with Iteris for the second phase of the El Segundo Advanced T ... Continue reading
ROCHESTER, N.Y.--Every year, The Harris Poll asks a cross-section of adults whether they think about 20 leading industries do a good or a bad job of serving their consumers. The latest poll finds very big changes in the last 12 months. Some industries have seen their reputations crumble. Some show modest slippage. A fe ... Continue reading
koda Auto Has Ceremonially Introduced the Superb Hao Rui On the Chinese Market
Today, the koda Superb was ceremonially introduced on the Chinese market under the name Hao Rui. Production of koda Auto's flagship in China started on June 11. The Superb had already been first introduced to the Chinese public on April 20, 2009, at the Automobile Fair in Shanghai ... Continue reading
Suzuki Kizashi Unveiled in Grosse Point
Lakeshore Road is known as home to many of the rich industrialist who started some of the worlds automotive giants. Chapins, Hudsons, Dodge, Fisher brothers and of course the Ford family. A motor company from Japan unveiled at the famous Lakeshore road their newest vehicle. Suzuki motors of Japan introduced at the Russ ... Continue reading
Autoglym Clay Kit Makes Perfection Possible
Car care perfectionists can now achieve the ultimate showroom finish on their vehicle's paintwork using Autoglym's latest innovation â the âSurface Detailing Clay Kit'. The comprehensive kit consists of five products that work together to quickly and easily prepare a vehicle's paintwork for a supremely smooth ... Continue reading
Central And Eastern European Car Market Stalls In 2009
JATO Dynamics, the world's leading provider of automotive data and intelligence, has observed a significant contraction in Central and Eastern European new car markets, in the first half of 2009. ... Continue reading
The Peugeot RCZ - A Dynamic New Chapter
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Hyundai Names Its Frankfurt Star - The Ix35
Hyundai will strengthen its position as one of the leading brands in the European crossover sector when it presents an all-new addition to the brand's line-up at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. The ix35 joins the C-segment to replace the successful Tucson. Alongside it will be the significantly-revised Santa Fe, w ... Continue reading
Honda Australia will be showcasing over 70 of its products at this year's AgQuip Field Days in Gunnedah, NSW, from August 18 to 20. ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Vito and Viano are Australia's First 5-Star Commercial Vehicles
The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) today announced the first Australian 5-star rating for a light commercial van. The vehicle: the Mercedes-Benz Vito. ... Continue reading
Cadillac Joins Lexus In UM's Satisfaction Survey
US automakers making strides in customer satisfaction, University of Michigan survey shows NEW YORK August 18, 2009; The AP reported that all three U.S.-based automakers are doing a better job of satisfying their customers than they were a year ago, according to a recent survey. General Motors Co., Ford Motor Co. and C ... Continue reading
Kia Announces Name for All-New CUV to be Built at U.S. Plant
2011 Sorento Will be the First Vehicle Produced at KMMG in West Point, Georgia - Unibody CUV offers more cabin room and improved fuel economy - Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia to begin production before year-end IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 18 -- Introduced in 2002, the original Kia Sorento midsize SUV marked a huge step forw ... Continue reading
Peugeot at the 63rd Frankfurt Motor Show Emotion and Responsibility
Drawing its strength from a rich heritage synonymous with different forms of mobility, from 2-wheelers to 4-wheel drive, Peugeot is a key player in global, sustainable mobility ... Continue reading
Citroën Command a Top Placing In Lcv Scrappage Scheme - And Offer Hot Van Deals From Just £4,995
Citroën is now one of the UK's most successful participating manufacturers in the Government LCV Scrappage Scheme. During the Scheme's first three months of operation Citroën has become the second most successful participating manufacturer - selling 224 LCV's since May, to gain a 15.7% share of the UK's total of 1, ... Continue reading
2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor launches with the proven three-valve Triton 5.4-liter V-8 engine
BORREGO SPRINGS, Calif., Aug. 17, 2009 â Mike Harrisonâs enthusiasm for V-8 engines is apparent. Harrison, Ford Motor Companyâs premium V-8 systems manager, is particularly excited about the availability of the new 6.2-liter V-8 that will power the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. Producing an estimated 400 horsep ... Continue reading
Daihatsu launches new Mira Cocoa minicar, targeting female drivers
TOKYO 18th August 2009; Japan Today reported that Daihatsu Motor Co rolled out on Monday a new mini passenger vehicle, the Mira Cocoa, aiming to attract mainly female drivers with its cute design amid growing popularity for fuel-efficient small cars. Daihatsu, a unit of Toyota Motor Corp and known for the Move and Tant ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to build Fiat 500 minicar at factory in Mexico
DETROIT August 17, 2009; Tom Krisher writing for the AP reported that Chrysler Group LLC, now being run by Italian automaker Fiat Group SpA, is planning to build the Fiat 500 minicar at a factory in Mexico, according to a person briefed on the company's plans. The automaker also is considering building a compact car in ... Continue reading
Monterey Historics Statement from Steve Earle re Future of Event
generalRacingLtdLogo_insert.jpg MEDIA ALERT 8/17/2009 Statement from Steve Earle of General Racing, Ltd. Regarding the Future of the Monterey Historic Automobile RacesR In response to the press release issued by SCRAMP on August 16, 2009 (dated August 17) regarding the future of the Monterey Historic Automobile RacesR ... Continue reading
Thinking About 'Ca$h for Clunkers?' Don't Forget the Insurance
State Farm wants you to remember all of the costs BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Aug. 17 -- You may be looking to the Cars Allowance Rebate System (CARS) to put you into a newer, more fuel-efficient vehicle. While you crunch the numbers to see if you qualify, you should also consider your insurance costs. A newer vehicle typically ... Continue reading
FEV, Inc. Announces Cooperation with EIG on Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Development
Cooperation with EIG, Ltd, Will Utilize Capabilities of FEV's Auburn Hills, Michigan Hybrid Electric Vehicle Development Center AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 17 -- FEV, Inc., (FEV) a leading, global developer of advanced powertrain and vehicle technologies, announced today that it will harness the advanced capabilities of ... Continue reading
BYD to supply lithium batteries to a major Chinese automaker
BYD to supply lithium batteries to a major Chinese automaker http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011787/BYD-to-supply-lithium-batt eries -to-a-major-Chinese-automaker.html Shanghai, August 17 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese battery and electric car maker BYD Co has reached an agreement with one of China's top three auto groups ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Increase in Overall Satisfaction With Auto Insurance Companies
Amica Mutual Ranks Highest among Auto Insurers for a 10th Consecutive Year WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Aug. 17 -- Overall customer satisfaction with auto insurance companies is up significantly in 2009, driven primarily by low premiums, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 National Auto Insurance Study(SM) rel ... Continue reading
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