Ford Recalls 262,113 Escape SUVs
DEARBORN, Mich. December 28, 2004; The AP reported that Ford Motor Co. is recalling 262,113 Ford Escape sport utility vehicles to repair a defect in the rear gate. The recall is the second of the vehicles this month. Monday's recall covers 2001-2005 models whose rear lift gate could open during a crash, the National Hi ... Continue reading
NowAuto to Acquire Automobile Dealership
Acquisition Will Be An All Cash Transaction and is Expected to Close by Mid-January PHOENIX, Dec. 28 -- NowAuto, Inc. today announced that it has signed a letter of intent to acquire an established used car dealership located in the southwestern U.S. This will be the third NowAuto location and is expected to increase 2 ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Lexus to Showcase Technology and Offer Amenities
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 28 -- Lexus will welcome the new year with an array of benefits for journalists and consumers at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this January -- all designed to inform, refresh and entertain. Luxuries That Energize When it comes time to relax and reenergize, journali ... Continue reading
CR survey shows that only 60% of car shoppers were offered cash rebates; only 40% offered low-financing YONKERS , NY December 28, 2004; Auto manufacturers are using a plethora of special incentives and rebates to help drive traffic into dealer showrooms. But a survey by Consumer Reports Auto Price Service shows that co ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: MERCURY META ONE CONCEPT ADVANCES FORD SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
* Meta One showcases the world’s first Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle diesel powertrain * Meta One features Lane Departure Warning and Collision Mitigation by Braking –technologies that could help prevent or lessen the severity of many accidents * Meta One illustrates what a future Mercury crossover vehicle ... Continue reading
Asian Car Makers Efforts Float December U.S. Auto Sales Boat
DETROIT, Dec 28, 2004; Poornima Gupta writng for Reuters reported that U.S. car and truck sales are likely to rebound in December from a disappointing November, but the bulk of the gain is expected to come from Asian automakers, analysts said. For most of 2004, Japanese automakers have been relentlessly increasing thei ... Continue reading
Delphi Showcases Entertainment at CES 2005
Delphi advances in safety, information and connectivity also highlighted NASCAR driver Kyle Busch to be officially introduced at CES media briefing on Jan. 5 TROY, Mich., Dec. 28 -- Delphi Corp. plans to extend its track record of announcing game-changing entertainment technologies at the 2005 International Consumer El ... Continue reading
CSM Worldwide Predicts Toyota Will Become One of America's Big Three by 2009
DETROIT, Dec. 28 -- CSM Worldwide expects a new definition for the term "Big Three" by decade's end. According to CSM, the Toyota Group, which consists of the Toyota, Lexus and Scion brands, will pass DaimlerChrysler as the third largest seller of automobiles in the United States by 2009. Currently fourth in the U.S. a ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces Senior Management Changes
Reorganization Will Drive New North American Products, Even Higher Quality IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 28 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced a reorganization of its senior management team to increase the company's focus and resources on product development and even higher quality for the North American ... Continue reading
New Traffic LA Laws for 2005 Focus on Motor Scooter Safety, Traffic Congestion and Fee Increases
LOS ANGELES--Dec. 28, 2004--The New Year will bring new laws affecting California motorists, motor scooter owners and owners of personalized license plates, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California. More than 150 changes to the Vehicle Code will take effect on Jan. 1, 2005. "While most of the laws passed ... Continue reading
Japan's Industrial Output Rises on Autos, Chips
Dec. 28, 2004; Bloomberg reported that Japanese industrial production rose in November for the first month in three as auto companies and makers of semiconductors boosted output to meet demand in the U.S. and China. Production rose a seasonally adjusted 1.5 percent from October, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Indus ... Continue reading
Safe Driving Public Service Announcements Feature 2004 NASCAR Rookie of the Year Kasey Kahne
EVERETT, Wash.--Dec. 27, 2004--The Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Nextel Communications Inc. , the title sponsor of the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series(TM), today announced a statewide campaign to promote safe driving, including the dangers of drinking and driving, aggressive driving, distracted driving, as well as the imp ... Continue reading
Volvo To Spend the Big Bucks top Advertise In Super Bowl
Company Introduces Volvo XC90 V8 with Super Bowl XXXIX TV Spot; Volvo Also Announces Record Sales Year IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 27 -- Volvo Cars of North America (VCNA) will for the first time advertise during the Super Bowl, tapping the big game as an opportunity to introduce its new V8-powered version of its Volvo XC90 S ... Continue reading
City of White Plains Wants You to 'Enjoy New Year's Responsibly'
To Offer Free Taxi Vouchers in Local Bars and Restaurants WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Dec. 27 -- White Plains Mayor Joseph Delfino and Heineken USA announced a new partnership with White Plains Hospital Center, Lobo Distributing Company and White Plains Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) to help ensure that those cel ... Continue reading
Farmers Insurance Names Cindy Vance Agent of the Year
LOS ANGELES--Dec. 27, 2004--Cindy Vance, a Farmers agent and Registered Representative in Sussex, Wisconsin, has been named Farmers Insurance Group's Agent of the Year for 2004. She was selected from the 14,000 eligible Farmers agents. In 2002, Cindy Vance was honored with Life and Financial Services Agent of the Year. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Announces Mid-Year 2005 Pricing
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 27 -- Hyundai Motor America has announced its mid-year 2005 pricing. This price lineup, which represents a total sales-weighted, equipment-adjusted price change of less than 1% from 2004 model year levels, continues to strengthen Hyundai's industry-leading value position. Highlights of the ... Continue reading
TRG - six-car Daytona GT entry
six-car fleet The Racer's Group (TRG) will field six Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars in the 2005 Rolex 24 At Daytona. The fleet will be driven by a talented international group. TRG team owner Kevin Buckler of Sonoma, Calif., will join 2004 Rolex Sports Car Series SGS champions Marc Bunting of Monkton, Md., and Andy Lally of ... Continue reading
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