Feb 9, 2007
Letter from Europe Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief Things have been a bit hectic lately, partly because Iâve become the co-host of a radio show called The Automotive Journal on KNEW 910 every Saturday morning between 11-12. Huge fun but as it is live it does call for a certain amount of self- restraint as ther ... Continue reading
Feb 6, 2007
AUDI A3 S-LINE A Station Wagon for Fun Lovers By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Audi A3 S-Line is a good looking, fast little front-wheel-drive wagon. A dark blue one appeared in my driveway last week and Iâve been having a lot of fun with it. This one has the 2.0-liter, turbocharged, in-line 4-cyli ... Continue reading
Audi of America, Inc. Reports Record Sales for January
Feb 1, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 1 -- Audi of America today reported strong January sales results. Sales totaled 6,399 vehicles, a 5.2% increase over the previous year, and the best January in the company's history. January marked the 10th month of the past 12 when Audi sold more vehicles than the previous year. Johan de Nyss ... Continue reading
2007 Audi A4 Convertible Review
Feb 1, 2007
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet Fabric-top convertibles are not usually known as all-weather vehicles. Yes, they're great for fun in the sun, and can shield occupants from a little rain, but once it gets cold it's time to park for the winter and switch to another vehicle. Right? Not so with ... Continue reading
Audi Announces Pricing For 2008 TT Models - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jan 30, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, MI - January 30, 2007: Audi of America, Inc. today announced pricing for its 2008 TT model line-up. TT Coupe models will arrive in dealerships in April, while TT Roadsters follow in May. Prices will range from $34,800 to $45,900 depending upon model and options. TT Coupe 2.0T models start at $34,800, whil ... Continue reading
TACH's PRESS PASS COVERAGE Puts You IN The Detroit Auto Show
Jan 29, 2007
Imagine being at the fabulous North American International Auto Show, smack dab in the middle of all the action, in the automotive center of the universe. Now imagine being nose deep in all the Detroit excitement while sitting naked on a beanbag and eating Cheetos. You can do both at the same time without even having t ... Continue reading
EPA Certifies That New Clean Diesels Are Ready
Jan 25, 2007
All Major Manufacturers Receive Approval For Emissions-Slashing Technology WASHINGTON, Jan. 25 -- The Diesel Technology Forum today announced that all major heavy-duty truck and engine manufacturers have met new Environmental Protection Agency standards for emissions cuts and have been certified by EPA for full product ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Wins Top Award At Annual Motoring 'Oscars'
Jan 19, 2007
What Car? Car of The Year - Vauxhall's Corsa scoops top award ⢠First Vauxhall winner since 1980 ⢠Toyota and Lexus win Green Award ⢠British success for Mini and Land Rover MIDDLESEX, England - January 19, 2007: The all-new Vauxhall Corsa was last night named Car of the Year at the 30th annual motoring ... Continue reading
Jan 17, 2007
CAMPBELL, Calif.--PRIMEDIAâs IntelliChoice.com (www.intellichoice.com), the leading source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, today announced its âBest Deals of the Monthâ for January 2007. With car dealers anxious to move existing inventory and new models poised to enter the market, Intel ... Continue reading
Are You Driving Tomorrow's Collector Car?
Jan 16, 2007
Hagerty Unveils Its Picks for Tomorrow's Hottest Collectibles TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Jan. 16 -- Tomorrow's collector cars are parked in garages and sitting on showroom floors across America. To help consumers sort out the next generation of sweet wheels, McKeel Hagerty, CEO of Hagerty and a respected collector car valua ... Continue reading
2007 Detroit Auto Show; Audi V12 Diesel-powered SUV Concept - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jan 7, 2007
DETROIT -- Three-time Grammy winner Seal sang at todayâs Audi press conference as the Q7 V12 TDI concept made its worldwide debut at the 2007 North American International Auto Show. The German automaker also showed a production Q7 fitted with a 3.0-liter diesel engine that uses Bluetec technology, which Audi share ... Continue reading
Audi Announces Record U.S. Sales During 2006
Jan 3, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich.--Audi of America, Inc. set sales records during December 2006 and for the calendar year 2006, eclipsing the previous annual sales high set three years ago. Audi sold 11,897 vehicles in December, bringing the brandâs annual total sales to 90,116. Audiâs December 2006 record sales were 34.6% ... Continue reading
Audi of America Inc. Selects Venables Bell & Partners as Advertising Agency of Record
Dec 21, 2006
AUBURN HILLS, Mich.--Audi of America, Inc., today announced the selection of an advertising agency of record (AOR) following a four month review process. Venables Bell & Partners, based in San Francisco will be responsible for all aspects of Audiâs national and regional advertising and promotions. After the initia ... Continue reading
Cadillac; Suzies Prius; Audi; VW Management and More in This Months Letter From Europe.
Dec 14, 2006
A couple of years ago Iâve sent a letter to Bernd Pischetsrieder-boss of VW on the subject of their products. I suggested that maybe they shouldnât have taken on BMW and Mercedes at the top end of the market. I got a very polite letter back saying that VW were determined to be best in every segment. Well, the ... Continue reading
Audi to Invest $15.7 Billion Through 2011 to Increase Model Range
Dec 11, 2006
Washington DC December 11, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that German luxury automaker, Audi AG, said Monday it plans to invest $15.7 billion through 2011 to help expand its line of models from 22 to 40, reports The Detroit News. "Investments in new models and product innovation is the life force of any enterprise ... Continue reading
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