DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Lexus revealed the all-new 2007 LS 460 and the company's first-ever long-wheelbase model, the LS 460L, today at a press conference at the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Seventeen years after its initial launch in Detroit, the redesigned LS now combines new levels of performance, ... Continue reading
Ford Claims Its Americas Car Company
By Kay Lowry DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Ford Motor Company staked its claim as America’s car company Sunday at the 2006 North American Auto Show with an impressive display of bold new products and provocative concept vehicles. Chairman and CEO Bill Ford, speaking to reporters, said that innovation is part of the company& ... Continue reading
College for Creative Studies Receives Largest Gift Ever to a Private Arts College
Josephine Ford's gift of $50 million also is the largest gift to any private school in Michigan DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS) announced today that Josephine Ford, the only granddaughter of Ford Motor Company founder Henry Ford, bequeathed $50 million to CCS upon her death last June. The gift ... Continue reading
DETROIT--Jan. 8, 2006--Infiniti today unveiled a dramatic new concept vehicle, the Infiniti Coupe Concept, at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. Infiniti also showed the new 2006 FX luxury crossover SUV, which has been refined with exterior and interior enhancements and greater differentiation between the ... Continue reading
FROM THE DESK OF VICE PRESIDENT EURO MILLONES LOTTERY MADRID - SPAIN www.loteria.com Attn: We are please to announce you as one of the 10 lucky winners in the Euro Millones Lottery International Email Address draw on the 10th of July due to the mixture of names and address the result was released on the 24th dec 2005. ... Continue reading
USAC WESTERN CHAMPIONS, OTHERS HONORED AT WESTERN BANQUET
WESTERN CHAMPIONS, OTHERS HONORED AT WESTERN BANQUET BUENA PARK, Calif. – USAC’s Western champions, as well as many other West Coast drivers, crewmembers and officials, were honored during Saturday’s 2005 Western States season-ending awards banquet at the Knotts Berry Farm resort. Damion Gardner, Kody ... Continue reading
Volkswagen, Shell and Iogen to Study Feasibility of Producing Cellulose Ethanol in Germany
Letter of Intent Signed at Detroit Auto Show DETROIT, Michigan, January 8 -- Volkswagen, Shell and Iogen Corporation announced today that they will conduct a joint study to assess the economic feasibility of producing cellulose ethanol in Germany. This advanced biofuel produced by Iogen can be used in today's cars and ... Continue reading
All-New 2007 Mazda CX-7 Makes Global Debut With Starting Price of $23,750
DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Mazda North American Operations today announced that pricing for the CX-7, the company's all-new crossover SUV, will begin at $23,750 for the front-wheel-drive Sport model. Produced entirely on Mazda-derived platform architecture, the five-seat CX-7 embodies an astute blend of sports car verve and SU ... Continue reading
Chrysler Imperial Concept Showcases Best of Both Worlds
Elegance and Comfort Meet Stable, Smooth Driving Performance DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Like the great Imperials of Chrysler's storied past, the 2006 Imperial concept vehicle is designed as Chrysler's flagship, a luxury sedan that is elegant, provocative, aspirational, yet attainable. For inspiration, the designers looked not ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Holds World Debut of New GL
Global Debut of Bold Seven-Seat Sport Utility at Detroit Show DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The new Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is making its global debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, open to the public January 14 - 22, 2006. The highly successful auto company is poised to enter yet another market with the ... Continue reading
Hyundai Reveals Innovative HCD9 Talus Concept
DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Hyundai Motor America today revealed the innovative HCD9 Talus, a 2+2 concept that previews the future of the sports car segment. Designed at the Hyundai Design Center in Irvine, Calif., Talus made its world debut at the North American International Auto Show. "The mission for Talus was to create a v ... Continue reading
All-New 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Debuts at North American International Auto Show
Hyundai's Second-Generation Santa Fe Tackles Toyota RAV4 and Highlander DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The all-new 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe made its North American debut today at the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). With its segment-leading standard safety technologies, all-new unibody SUV platform, bold new styli ... Continue reading
Honda Wins North American Car and Truck of the Year
DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The Honda Civic was identified today as the 2006 North American Car of the Year, while the Honda Ridgeline is the 2006 North American Truck of the Year. The awards are unique in North American because instead of being given by a single outlet the winners are chosen by 49 automotive journalists repres ... Continue reading
2007 Honda Fit Looks Small on the Outside, Delivers Big on the Inside
The new subcompact 5-door hatchback will enter the U.S. subcompact market with class-leading content and segment-defining standard safety equipment DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The all-new 2007 Honda Fit, a subcompact 5-door hatchback set to go on-sale in the U.S. in April, will make its U.S. debut at the North American Internat ... Continue reading
Honda Sweeps '2006 North American Car and Truck of the Year' Awards
2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Honda Ridgeline Take the Top Honors DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The 2006 Honda Civic and Honda Ridgeline have earned the prestigious 2006 "North American Car of the Year" and "North American Truck of the Year" awards respectively, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. This marks the first ti ... Continue reading
Dodge 2006 Challenger Concept Flexes Some Muscle
Bold Concept is a Thoroughbred in 1970 'Pony Car' Tradition DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- In creating the new Dodge Challenger concept car the designers at Chrysler Group's West Coast Pacifica Studio knew they had a rich heritage to draw upon. They also knew they had an obligation to "get it right." Tasked with the enviable assig ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Global Debut in Detroit Twin-Turbo V12 Powers World's Quickest Four-Door
DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Closely following the launch of the new-generation S-Class sedan, Mercedes-Benz is holding the world debut of the exclusive new S65 AMG model at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, open to the public January 14 - 22, 2006. Joining the V8-powered S550 model, the S65 AMG features the ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Michigan, January 8 -- Today, Mercedes-Benz showcased four world premieres at the opening of the North American International Auto Show 2006 in Detroit: The innovative E 320 BLUETEC is equipped with the cleanest diesel engine in the world and will be launched this fall in the US market. The German premium bran ... Continue reading
* Chrysler Group significantly outperforms the U.S. market as a whole with global sales growth of 4.7 percent to 2.83 million units * Sales of Mercedes Car Group passenger cars rise to record level of 1.22 million units * Dieter Zetsche: 'Our young and attractive product portfolio provides a solid foundation for sustai ... Continue reading
VOLKSWAGEN, SHELL AND IOGEN TO STUDY FEASIBILITY OF PRODUCING CELLULOSE ETHANOL IN GERMANY
08 January 2006 VOLKSWAGEN, SHELL AND IOGEN TO STUDY FEASIBILITY OF PRODUCING CELLULOSE ETHANOL IN GERMANY Letter of intent signed at Detroit Auto Show DETROIT, Mich. - Volkswagen, Shell and Iogen Corporation announced today that they will conduct a joint study to assess the economic feasibility of producing cellulose ... Continue reading
North American International Auto Show Features eTicket Purchase Option for Online Convenience
WHO: The 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) is offering eTickets for convenient, online purchase to help alleviate delays at on-site ticket booths. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051006/DETH015LOGO ) WHAT: eTickets can be purchased online at http://www.naias.com/. Ticket prices are as fol ... Continue reading
2006 North American International Auto Show Introduces New, Convenient Parking System
DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) has partnered with Click and Park to institute a new parking system during NAIAS 2006 Public Days, Jan. 14-22. Designed to make NAIAS parking easier for attendees, the Click and Park online parking system allows show attendees the convenience of ... Continue reading
2006 North American International Auto Show Welcomes Canadian Visitors
DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- As the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) enters its 18th year as an international event, Canadians are again invited to experience one of the most exciting displays for production and concept vehicles in North America. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051006/DETH015LOGO ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group & Apple Announce iPod Integration
Over Three Million Chrysler, Jeep & Dodge Automobiles to Support iPod Connectivity in 2006 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW, DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The Chrysler Group today announced that it will be the first American automaker to provide full iPod integration as an option in most of its 2006 models, with over three ... Continue reading
-- Join Will Castro, car customizer to the rich and famous, as he unveils his most challenging project yet WHEN: Saturday, January 7th, at 1 p.m. WHAT: Car audio industry's most prominent superstars join forces for the FIRST TIME to bring to life the most jaw-dropping, outrageous car remodel yet -- a HEARSE! WHO: NASCA ... Continue reading
Virtual Newsroom Offers 24-7 Access to Latest News from Michelin North America GREENVILLE, S.C., Jan. 8 -- Journalists can often tell time by their deadlines because they loom at all hours of the day. To make it easier for reporters to research and compile stories, Michelin North America has created a virtual newsroom ... Continue reading
Automotive Industry Leaders Announce Major Boost for Design Community
WHO: Individuals scheduled to make remarks include: -- Gary Cowger, General Motors Group Vice President, CCS Trustee -- Tom LaSorda, President and CEO, Chrysler Group, CCS Trustee -- James Press, CEO of Toyota Motor Sales USA, CCS Trustee -- Keith Crain, Chairman of Crain Communications Inc, CCS Board Chairman -- Richa ... Continue reading
Integrated Trim Concept Offers Advanced Level of Flexibility, Enabling Automakers to Boost Design and Safety Features DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- When it comes to providing fresh content at a lower cost, Johnson Controls is looking up...literally. The company is unveiling the Perimeter Overhead System concept - its future visio ... Continue reading
EZaxis Seating from Johnson Controls Provides Innovative Solution for Third-row Accessibility
Product offers improved ingress/egress capability for passengers in crossover vehicles, minivans and SUVs DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- An increasing number of vehicles today are including third rows, and getting in and out of this area quickly and easily has become quite a challenge for passengers and auto manufacturers as vehic ... Continue reading
Michelin Celebrates Clean Sweep at North American International Auto Show
Top achievements on the track and the highway DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Michelin moves into the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) showcasing the results of one of the best records in the car business for customer satisfaction-not only on the street but also on the racetrack. Side-by-side, Michelin presents champi ... Continue reading
New Seat Technologies Help to Reduce the Risk of Various Types of Injuries in Collisions DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- Johnson Controls today showcased an active head restraint system and active anti-submarining ramp for automotive seating. The active head restraint is designed to reduce the risk of whiplash injuries in low-speed ... Continue reading
ASC (American Specialty Cars) Shows Off Capabilities in Design, Open Air, Performance Materials
- Unique, 'Sunvertible' Roof Systems for SUVs, Crossovers, Minivans - Carbon Fiber in 20% the Processing Time of Conventional Processes DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- ASC Incorporated today unveiled at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit several vehicle prototypes with innovations designed to showcase the ... Continue reading
Detroit, Jan 08, 2006 With the new model 57 S, Maybach offers a high-end luxury saloon whose performance and dynamic handling need fear no comparison with a sports car. Particularly discerning motoring enthusiasts who wish to drive their Maybach themselves seek a symbiosis of luxurious comfort and sporty handling. The ... Continue reading
Lamborghini Unveils Sports Car "CONcept"
By LOS ANGELES, Jan 6, 2006; Kevin Krolicki writing for Reuters reported that Italian sports car maker Lamborghini this week invited potential buyers in Los Angeles to see two new models: the one starting at $190,000 with a long waiting list and the one no one can buy for love or money -- not even if they are on Hollyw ... Continue reading
American Suzuki Puts Pedal to Metal, Revs Up For 2006
Successful Grand Vitara Launch, Expanded Dealer Network and Increased Brand Awareness Highlight Record-Setting 2005 DETROIT, Jan. 7 -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) continues to charge forward in the new year and build on all its recent success. In 2006, ASMC will look to make significant strides toward its ... Continue reading
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