Aug 26, 2010
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3f2b3a/global_market_revi) has announced the addition of the "Global Market Review of Full and Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles - Forecasts to 2017" report to their offering. âGlobal Market Review of Full and Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles - Forecasts to 201 ... Continue reading
Aug 26, 2010
Ford Motor Company and Mazda Motor Corporation will invest US$350 million in their AutoAlliance Thailand (AAT) joint venture to support the production of next generation pickup trucks. ... Continue reading
American Suzuki Celebrates 25 Years in the U.S.
Aug 26, 2010
Era of innovation begins with Americaâs first compact SUV, the Suzuki Samurai. Swift and Sidekick expand lineup and cement association with fuel efficiency and longevity. Kizashi serves as anniversary benchmark and complement to current SX4, Equator and Grand Vitara offering. BREA, CA - August 26, 2010: With the v ... Continue reading
Honda CR-Z Achieves Top Euro NCAP Overall Safety Rating - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 26, 2010
LONDON - August 26, 2010: The Honda CR-Z has been rated one of Europeâs safest cars, following on from the success of the Honda Insight, according to the new independent crash testing results from Euro NCAP. Euro NCAPâs rating scheme focuses on the vehicleâs overall safety performance which gives consume ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Fiesta earns Top Safety Pick award
Aug 25, 2010
The Ford Fiesta sedan/hatchback is the first minicar to earn the Top Safety Pick award since the Institute added a roof strength requirement for rollover protection. The Fiesta is recognized as a Top Safety Pick after earning good ratings for front, side, rollover, and rear crash protection, and for having electronic s ... Continue reading
Aug 25, 2010
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS The Lexus GS series marks its tenth anniversary in 2003. Not only has it been a successful line for Lexus, the GS's influence can be seen and felt in some of its competitors as well. When the GS 300 debuted for the 1993 model year, it put Lexus into the mid-luxury sedan segment in ... Continue reading
Special Oil Pump Helps 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Conserve Fuel
Aug 25, 2010
Variable Displacement Pump Delivers Precise Amount of Oil in all Driving Conditions PONTIAC, Mich., Aug. 25 -- The oil pump in the engine of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze takes a laid-back approach to its work, delivering the precise amount of oil needed during all driving conditions. That requires the engine to work less v ... Continue reading
Aug 25, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 25 -- Mayor Gavin Newsom today announced a partnership between San Francisco and Toyota to pilot the company's state-of-the-art Prius plug-in hybrid demonstration program vehicles. The plug-in hybrids, coming to market in 2012, will operate as part of the city fleet in order to demonstrate the viabi ... Continue reading
2011 Dodge Charger Pursuit Arrives on the Scene
Aug 25, 2010
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 24 -- America's high-performance police vehicle -- the all-new 2011 Dodge Charger Pursuit -- has arrived, providing law-enforcement the best combination of tactical technology, safety, power, efficiency and an iconic design that makes any suspect stop in a panic. The all-new Dodge Charger Purs ... Continue reading
New Holland Zero Emission Tractor of the Future Makes North American Debut - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 25, 2010
NEW HOLLAND, PA - August 25, 2010: An increasing demand for reduced emissions and energy independence has fueled the need for new technology and the use of alternative fuels on the farm. One of the most promising developments, the New Holland NH2⢠hydrogen-powered tractor, will make its North American debut on Aug ... Continue reading
Hyundai Introduces Concept RB at 2010 Moscow International Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 25, 2010
Moscow, Aug. 25, 2010 - Hyundai Motor Company introduced a new sub-compact family sedan concept RB at the 2010 Moscow International Motor Show (MIMS). The RB projects a coupe-like dynamic styling that is sculpted, stately and performance-oriented. With elegant lines that resemble a calligrapherâs âorchid stro ... Continue reading
General Motors Suddenly Remembers that Ethanol is Good
Aug 25, 2010
AUTO CENTRAL - August 24, 2010: Just when it was looking like GM was turning its back on ethanol (after the years it spent promoting flex-fuel vehicles - not to mention a fortune of money), the automaker's top alt-fuel executive made some rather remarkable statements in support of ethanol during a recent interview with ... Continue reading
Next Generation Bentley Continental GT to be Unveiled September - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 25, 2010
LOS ANGELES - August 25, 2010: At the beginning of the 21st century, the motoring world was united in its praise following the launch of a supercar that redefined the GT category. With a combination of supercar performance, classic British design and everyday usability, the Continental GT was not simply revolutionary, ... Continue reading
Renault Unveils Latitude In Moscow And Announces Local Production Of Three Models
Aug 25, 2010
Renault is one of the key players in the Russian automobile industry. Since 2005, in partnership with the Government of Moscow (Avtoframos), it has successfully developed its production facilities in the country and in 2008, Renault became the strategic partner of AvtoVAZ. The alliance between Renault-Nissan and AvtoVA ... Continue reading
MP4-12C Embarks on Tour of New Mclaren Automotive Retailers In North America - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 25, 2010
Following the successful North American debut of the McLaren MP4-12C at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, McLaren Automotive will begin a launch tour of the selected North America dealership locations. Prospective customers will have the opportunity to see the 12C in the metal and speak to the team responsible for grou ... Continue reading
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