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Saturday, March 25, 2006

DaimlerChrysler to Halt Production of Smart 4-Seat Model, Absorb Brand Into Mercedes Division

DaimlerChrysler to Halt Production of Smart 4-Seat Model, Absorb Brand Into Mercedes Division

7:11 am ET BERLIN March 25, 2006; The AP reported that DaimlerChrysler AG said Saturday that it plans to end production of its Smart unit's four-seat model and absorb the brand into its Mercedes division to bring it into profit. The move, which still has to be negotiated with Mitsubishi Motors Corp. and other partners, ... Continue reading

Mazda Delivers First Rotary Hydrogen Vehicles To Corporate Customer Fleets

Mazda Delivers First Rotary Hydrogen Vehicles To Corporate Customer Fleets

RX-8 Hydrogen RE features a hydrogen or gasoline dual-fuel system <p>HIROSHIMA, Japan ¨C March 25, 2006: Mazda Motor Corporation has delivered one RX-8 Hydrogen RE vehicle each to its first two corporate customers for this model, Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, and Iwatani International Corporation in Osaka, Japan. ... Continue reading

Focusing On The smart fortwo

Focusing On The smart fortwo

- New smart fortwo to be launched in 2007 - Cancellation of production of smart forfour intended, subject to negotiations with Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) and other partners - Sustainable profitability confirmed STUTTGART, Germany, March 25 -- DaimlerChrysler AG is planning to focus on the smart fortwo to ensur ... Continue reading

Mosler MT900S Is First Production Car Available With Carbon Fiber Wheels

Mosler MT900S Is First Production Car Available With Carbon Fiber Wheels

Now Equipped With Exclusively Designed Dymag Carbon/Magnesium Wheels RIVIERA BEACH, FL (March 23, 2006) &#8211; Mosler Automotive announced Thursday that its Mosler MT 900S will be the first production car to be factory-equipped with high-performance carbon fiber wheels. The specialty, ultra-lightweight rims will be de ... Continue reading

Chrysler Group Recognizes Three Dealers as Dealer of the Year

Chrysler Group Recognizes Three Dealers as Dealer of the Year

Auburn Hills, MI - March 25, 2006: In the highly competitive environment of automobile sales, dealerships are continually challenged to run a successful operation by selling more cars, performing vehicle service and creating an enjoyable customer experience &#8212; while trying to earn a respectable profit. At its inau ... Continue reading

NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Friday from Southwestern International Raceway

NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Friday from Southwestern International Raceway

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - PACIFIC DIVISION SOUTHWESTERN INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY March 24, 2006 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 NHRA Lucas Oil Series Kicks Off In Tucson TUCSON, Ariz. - In the first rounds of qualifying at Southwestern International Raceway, Top Alcohol Dragster dri ... Continue reading

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