First Appearance on US Auto Show in Detroit:Smart is Preparing for the Market Entry in the USA
DETROIT, Michigan, January 9 -- On this year's North American International Autoshow (NAIAS) in Detroit/USA the smart brand is presenting itself from today on and for the first time to the American public. This appearance on the NAIAS is the company's next step to introduce smart in the USA, the largest automotive mark ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS; GMC Graphyte's Two-Mode Full Hybrid Points To The Future Of SUVs
DETROIT January 9, 2005; The GMC Graphyte concept vehicle is a refined SUV with all the capability expected in a four-wheel-drive truck, but with 25 percent improved fuel economy enabled by GM’s latest two-model full hybrid propulsion system. A tailored design, including an elegant, metal-framed grille gives the ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Acura RD-X Concept Debuts
DETROIT, Jan. 9, 2005; The Acura RD-X Concept SUV debuted today at the North American International Auto Show. The RD-X features Acura's new Super Handling All-Wheel Drive(TM) system and combines the performance of a sports sedan with the all-wheel drive capability and functional utility of an SUV. Acura displayed a pr ... Continue reading
DETROIT January 9, 2005; The Opel Astra diesel front-wheel drive concept vehicle, equipped with a two-mode full hybrid and the 1.7-liter CDTI engine, delivers up to 25 percent improved fuel economy while maintaining fun-to-drive performance. The concept vehicle is based on the production-version Opel Astra GTC and was ... Continue reading
DETROIT Januaqry 9, 2005; The bold push from General Motors Corp. to reinvent the automobile, first revealed in the AUTOnomy and Hy-wire concept cars, became that much more real today with the unveiling of the GM Sequel. The technologies embodied in Sequel, such as fuel cells, by-wire and wheel hub motors, have develop ... Continue reading
Mazda Sees U.S. Sales Growth in 2005
DETROIT January 9, 2005; Reuters reported that Japan's Mazda Motor Corp. aid on Sunday it expected its U.S. sales to grow again in 2005 on increased brand awareness and a stronger dealer base despite stagnant growth overall in the world's biggest car market. "For us, 2004 was a very strong year in terms of setting up t ... Continue reading
Spend it Wisely JWT - Ford Increases Ad Budget
DETROIT January 9, 2005; Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co. plans to increase its advertising spending by about 15 percent this year to promote its flagship Ford-brand vehicles, including the new mid-size Fusion sedan that will be in dealerships in the fall. Ford Division President Steve Lyons told reporters on Sunda ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Mercedes-Benz is holding the North American debut of its innovative Compact Sports Tourer Vision B concept car at the North American International Auto Show, open to the public January 15-23 at Detroit's Cobo Center. Offering a glimpse into the future, the Compact Sports Tourer Vision B offers impres ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Mercedes-Benz Vision R Concept Makes North American Debut
Grand Sports Tourer Showcases New Luxury Vehicle Concept DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Mercedes-Benz is holding the North American debut of its Grand Sports Tourer Vision R concept car during news media activities preceding the North American International Auto Show, open to the public January 15-23 at Detroit's Cobo Center. With ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Jeep Hurricane The Most Powerful, Capable Jeep 4x4 Ever!
'That Jeep Gotta HEMI?' 'Yea..TWO!' AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Show-stopping concepts and extreme expressions of the Chrysler Group brands isn't new: Dodge had its Tomahawk and Chrysler, the ME Four-Twelve. But when the Jeep Hurricane blew onto the 2005 North American International Auto Show stage, it raised the ba ... Continue reading
Jeep Gladiator Super Utility Truck Loads Up on Jeep Heritage, Innovation and Rugged Function
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Jeep(R) brand vehicles are known for being able to conquer terrain that competitors fear and for a heritage steeped in utility. The Jeep Gladiator concept vehicle rides over boundaries and limits in addition to the terrain and obstacles. The Gladiator is a lifestyle pickup with all of the ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Chrysler Firepower Grand Tourer Concept Combines Elegance and Performance
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Precision and passion are key elements in Chrysler Group vehicles. The Firepower grand tourer concept car, making its debut at the 2005 North American International Auto Show, exudes Chrysler brand attributes of elegance and performance with high customer-value. "As designers, we challeng ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Boosts Worldwide Passenger Car Sales in 2004 by 2.1 Percent to 3.9 Million Units
* Chrysler Group sales rise by 3.5 percent worldwide to 2.7 million units * Mercedes-Benz defends worldwide market leadership in the premium segment -- four new models in 2005 form foundation for further growth * smart increases customer deliveries by 22 percent DETROIT and STUTTGART, Germany, Jan. 9 -- In 2004, sales ... Continue reading
Lexus Enhances Hot-Selling RX 330 in 2005 with Special Edition
January 9, 2005 -- Detroit, MI -- Lexus introduced a special edition of the best-selling RX 330 luxury utility vehicle called Thundercloud Edition today at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Although, the RX 330 continues to lead the luxury SUV field in sales, the new Thundercloud Edition adds anoth ... Continue reading
Detroit, MI January 9, 2005; Lexus first introduced the LF-C luxury sports coupe concept car at the 2004 New York International Auto Show. The LF series of concept vehicles is designed to define and launch an entirely new direction in styling for the Lexus brand. The LF-C, which is the third design concept in the serie ... Continue reading
North American Car of the Year Award 'Icing on the Cake' for 2005 Chrysler 300
DETROIT and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 9 -- The vehicle that marked the return of the great American car in 2004 once again took top honors as media named it the North American Car of the Year (NACOTY) at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today. Fifty of the top automotive journalists in North Americ ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Lexus Unveils 500-Plus Horsepower, 200 MPH Sports Car Concept at Detroit Auto Show
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Lexus unveiled the LF-A sports car concept at a press conference today at the 2005 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The two-seat concept blends the performance of an exotic sports car with the luxury refinements of a Lexus. Designed to express a bold new direction in styling for the Le ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Forty-eight automotive journalists from the United States and Canada have selected the Chrysler 300/300c as the North American Car of the Year. The Ford Escape Hybrid was chosen as the North American Truck of the Year. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041025/NAIASLOGO ) The winners were a ... Continue reading
Ford Escape Hybrid Named 2005 North American Truck of The Year
* Critically acclaimed 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid adds 2005 North American Truck of the Year to its growing list of recognitions and accolades. * Escape Hybrid is the cleanest SUV on the road and tops the EPA's 2005 Fuel Economy Guide as the most fuel-efficient light truck or SUV. * Ford Motor Company is expanding its hyb ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: FORD SHELBY GR-1 CONCEPT: A NEW DIRECTION FOR FORD PERFORMANCE CARS
Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 2005 NAIAS Click Here to View the Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept Media Kit Front-engine/rear-drive, two-seat fastback supercar A salute to "performance art" Based on Ford GT architecture Carroll Shelby inspiration "Last year's Ford Shelby Cobra roadster concept only hinted at the possibilities for th ... Continue reading
SEGMENT-BUSTING FORD FAIRLANE CONCEPT EXPLORES NEW WAYS TO MOVE PEOPLE
"With Fairlane, we're rewriting the people-mover story." – J Mays, Group Vice President of Design and Chief Creative Officer The Ford Fairlane concept creates a new type of people-mover that explores a blend of upscale, modern design with Ford hallmarks of safety, interior spaciousness and functionality. Fairlane ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: 2006 FORD FUSION DELIVERS BOLD DESIGN, GREAT DRIVING CHARACTER
The 2006 Ford Fusion breathes a fresh attitude into the American mid-size car. It distinguishes itself in what is the most competitive of vehicle segments with its standout exterior design and engaging driving dynamics. Fusion brings to the segment good fuel economy, advanced safety, clean emissions and roomy interior ... Continue reading
Krohn Racing/TRG - Daytona test Saturday
sixes Krohn Racing/TRG put two new cars in the top-six in second-day practice for the Rolex 24 At Daytona. The No. 67 Pontiac-powered Riley driven by Tracy Krohn, Nic Jönsson, Buddy Rice and Boris Said, was third in the afternoon session with a lap of one minute 48.594 seconds on the 3.56-mile Daytona International Sp ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: New FastForward Seating System from Johnson Controls
Innovative Product Offers Fastest People-to-Cargo Conversion in the Industry, and Delivers Enhanced Comfort for Occupants DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- When it comes to delivering enhanced flexibility and functionality for vehicle interiors, the all-new FastForward Seating System from Johnson Controls is unmatched in the global a ... Continue reading
TRG / TRG East - Daytona test Saturday
TRG and TRG East enjoyed a second strong day of testing for the 2005 Rolex 24 At Daytona. 2004 Rolex Sports Car Series SGS co-champion Andy Lally led the team charge with the second-fastest GT time on Saturday evening - one minute 57.427 seconds on the 3.56-mile Daytona International Speedway infield road course - in t ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Genus Concept Seat-Evolutionary Vision of the Future in Automotive Seating
Advanced Design from Global Seating Leader Sets New Benchmarks for Comfort, Styling, Functionality DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Engineers and designers at Johnson Controls , a leading global supplier of vehicle interiors and batteries, have created a vision of the future evolution in automotive seating. The Genus Concept Seat -- ... Continue reading
Advanced Technique Enables Supplier to Produce Interior Panels - in One Step - With Enhanced Aesthetics and Consumer Appeal DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Multiple colors, high levels of craftsmanship and crisp lines enhance the aesthetics and consumer appeal of vehicle door panels, instrument panels and other interior application ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Media Offered Close-Up Look at Ford's Hydrogen 'Ice' Buses and Fuel Cell Vehicles
WHAT: Ford Motor Company invites media to get up close and personal with walk-arounds of its new Ford V-10, Hydrogen E-450 shuttle bus and opportunities to drive the Focus Fuel Cell Vehicle, with a Ford technical expert, at the North American International Auto Show. WHEN: V-10, E-450 Walk-arounds -- Monday and Tuesday ... Continue reading
GM-DaimlerChrysler’s Two-Mode Full Hybrid System – Versatile for any Market
DETROIT January 8, 2004 General Motors Corp. (GM) and DaimlerChrysler AG (DCX) will co-develop the world’s first two-mode full hybrid and advance the state of hybrid technology in the automotive industry. The flexible and cost-effective two-mode full hybrid system will leverage automatic transmission technology a ... Continue reading
Safe Lites Introduces a New, Improved Slow Moving Vehicle Sign
Allowing the Existing SMV Emblem to Be Illuminated Could Save Lives and Eliminate the Confusion Between Conflicting Standards CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 9 -- A new effort was announced today at the 86th Annual American Farm Bureau Federation Convention and Meeting in Charlotte, NC: help gain national support for the "allowa ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Michelin Lets the Air Out of Future Tire Innovation
Michelin announces two fitments for its revolutionary non-pneumatic Tweel(TM) DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Today at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) Michelin showcased a potential future for mobility, an integrated tire and wheel combination missing one ingredient that is vital for traditional tire performance ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Sony Showcases In-Vehicle Technologies at Detroit Auto Show
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Cobo Center, Michigan Hall -- To satiate the appetite auto buffs have for car toys, Sony is showing off some of its latest in-vehicle concept products at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Sony Electronics is working closely with ASC Incorporated, a full-service design and product-de ... Continue reading
General Motors, Ford Motor Co. to Show Off New Hybrid Vehicles at Int'l Auto Show in Detroit
DETROIT January 8, 2005; John Porretto and Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that Ford and General Motors are expected to unveil several new hybrid vehicle models at this month's North American International Auto Show in a bid to catch up to their Japanese rivals.Ford Motor Co., the nation's second-largest aut ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler buys remaining stake in AMG
FRANKFURT, Jan 9, 2005; Reuters reoported that DaimlerChrysler bought the 49 percent stake it did not own in auto tuning company AMG, German magazine Der Spiegel said on Sunday. The magazine said without naming sources that DaimlerChrysler had bought the stake from a founder of the firm, Hans Werner Aufrecht, for a "th ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Introductions Scheduled
NAIAS 2005 Vehicle Introductions: (as of 12/28/04) <pre> Worldwide Production (23) *BMW 5-Series AWD Cadillac STS-V Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Dodge Charger *Ferrari Superamerica Ford Fusion Ford F-150 Harley Honda Ridgeline *Infiniti M45/M35 *Kia Rio Land Rover Range Rover Sport *Lexus GX 470 Lexus RX 330 thundercloud Lin ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: ASC Shows Off 'An Entire Showroom' of Five Specialty Vehicles at Detroit Auto Show
-- Introductions Include World's First Modern, Production-intent Four-door Convertible -- A Showroom 'Of Innovation and Capability' DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- A year ago here at the North American International Auto Show, ASC Incorporated announced it was changing the definition of its name to "American Specialty Cars" to refl ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: ASC Introduces World's First Modern, Production-intent Four Door Convertible
-- Company's Engineering Capabilities Shine Brightly in the Helios DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Named after Helios, the mythological Greek god of the sun, the ASC Helios four-door convertible from Southgate, Mich.- based ASC Incorporated is a bright, shining reflection of the company's automotive knowledge, creative capabilities ... Continue reading
Tokyo January 8, 2005; JCNN reported that Ford Motor Company, Mazda Motor, and Changan Automotive Group of China jointly announced January 7 that the Chinese government has granted approval for a joint venture manufacturing facility in the Jiangning Economic & Technological Development Zone near Nanjing, Jaingsu Provin ... Continue reading
Kia Motors Vice President Promoted to President
SEOUL, Jan. 7, 2005; Yonhap news reported that Kia Motors Corp., South Korea's second-largest automaker, said Friday it has promoted its vice president in charge of domestic sales to head the company. Kim Ik-hwan will replace outgoing president Yoon Kook-jin, the company said. Yoon expressed his desire to step down aft ... Continue reading
BURSCHEID, Germany and DETROIT, Michigan, January 8 -- - New Solutions for Greater Flexibility and Comfort Johnson Controls, a global market leader in automotive interior systems, electronics and batteries, is unveiling numerous new products and processes for automotive interiors at the 2005 North American Internationa ... Continue reading
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