2010 Geneva Motor Show: Porsche Debuts Three Advanced Hybrid Technologies - VIDEO ENHANCED
Mar 2, 2010
More power and improved driving dynamics, less fuel consumption and emissions ATLANTA, March 2 -- This morning, at a press conference at the Geneva Auto Show, Porsche revealed three new advanced hybrid vehicles that include a high-performance super sports car concept, a revolutionary new race car and Porsche's first pr ... Continue reading
New Set of Agents Team Up to Bring Ford Fiesta Local with Fiesta Movement Chapter 2
Mar 1, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., March 1 -- -- Fiesta Movement Chapter 2 kicks off with 20 teams of two agents each bringing the new 2011 Fiesta to life through missions inspired by Ford's new small car -- Missions will be centered around where the teams live, with agents tapping into their local communities to help execute and promot ... Continue reading
Meet the New Rolls-Royce Ghost - VIDEO STORY
Mar 1, 2010
Ghost is the essence of Rolls-Royce in its simplest, purest form. The classic Rolls-Royce proportions are all present and correct: the ideal 2:1 ratio of the height of the wheels to the height of the body; the long wheelbase and bonnet; the short overhang at the front and the long overhang at the rear. Indeed, our Chie ... Continue reading
GM Vehicle Plant Tour and New Model Drives For Employees
Mar 1, 2010
DETROIT March 1, 2010; General Motors announced today a program called the GM Vehicle Plant Tour that encourages employees across North America to help drive awareness and sales in their communities for GMâs latest vehicles. The GM Vehicle Plant Tour, launched this week, will give employees at 40 North American ma ... Continue reading
Toyota's Toyoda Apologizes to China For Recalls
Mar 1, 2010
BEIJING March 1, 2010; Michael Wei and Ben Blanchard writinfg for Reuters reported that Toyota Motor Corp President Akio Toyoda apologized to Chinese consumers on Monday over the company's massive global recall, seeking to ease quality concerns in the world's biggest auto market. Toyota's woes in China have so far been ... Continue reading
Peugeot 3008 to Make Local Debut at Handa Women's Australian Open
Mar 1, 2010
Peugeot's new 3008 compact SUV will make its first public appearance in Australia at this month's Handa Women's Australian Open golf championship in Melbourne ... Continue reading
Feb 28, 2010
HYUNDAI SONATA FOR 2010 A Stepped Up Challenge to the Mid-Size Gang By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau The confident folks at Hyundai just introduced the fresh, sixth-generation of the Sonata bread-and-butter, front-wheel drive, mid-size sedan. I wouldnât call this one white bread, though. Itâs ... Continue reading
2010 Ford Taurus SHO AWD Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Ford Taurus SHO AWD Engine: 3.5-liter twin turbocharged Ecoboost V6 Horsepower/Torque: 365 hp @ 5,500 rpm/350 lb. ft. @ 1,500-5,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 112.9 in. Length/Width/Height: 202.9 x 76.2 x 60.7 in. Tires: P245/45R20 Cargo volume ... Continue reading
2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited Engine: 2.5-liter turbocharged DOHC H4 Horsepower/Torque: 265 hp @ 5,600 rpm/258 lb.-ft. @ 2,000-5,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 108.3 in. Length/Width/Height: 186.4 x 71.7 x 59.3 in. Tires: P225/45R18 Cargo volume: 14 ... Continue reading
2010 Mazda6 Grand Touring Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Mazda6 Grand Touring Engine: 3.7-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 272 hp @ 6,250 rpm/269 lb.-ft. @ 4,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 109.8 in. Length/Width/Height: 193.7 x 72.4 x 57.9 in. Tires: P235/45R18 Cargo volume: 16.6 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2010 Toyota RAV4 4X4 LTD Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Toyota RAV4 4X4 LTD Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 269 hp @ 6,200 rpm/246 ln.-ft. @ 4,700 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic Wheelbase: 104.7 in. Length/Width/Height: 181.9 x 71.5 x 68.7 in. Tires: P225/65R17 Cargo volume: 36.4/73.0 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 GT S-AWC Review
Feb 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 GT S-AWC Engine: 3.0-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 230 hp @ 6,250 rpm/215 lb.ft.@3,750 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Sportronic Wheelbase: 105.1 in. Length/Width/Height: 183.7 x 70.9 x 67.7 in. Tires: 225/55R18 Cargo volume: 14.9/36.2/72.6 ... Continue reading
New Bosch motorcycle ABS prevents up to 48% of fatal accidents
Feb 28, 2010
Press release February 28th, 2010 Bosch develops new motorcycle antilock braking system . World's first brake control system developed specifically for motorcycles . Potential to greatly advance motorcycle safety . Smallest and lightest life-saving technology receives 3rd innovation award Bosch has recently developed a ... Continue reading
GM Supports Event Data Recorder (EDR) Mandate to Improve Vehicle Safety
Feb 28, 2010
Detroit Mi February 26, 2010; General Motors applauds Representative Gene Green (D-TX) for his support of a Federal mandate to install Event Data Recorders (EDRs) in all new vehicles. EDRs can provide important crash related data that will help promote vehicle and occupant safety on Americaâs roads. "Broad EDR app ... Continue reading
Toyota Extends Additional Services to all U.S. Toyota and Lexus Customers Affected by Recent Recalls
Feb 27, 2010
TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 26 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. today announced that, working in cooperation with Attorneys General across the country, Toyota will be extending on a nationwide basis the additional services being provided to Toyota and Lexus customers in New York affected by the company's recent recalls. ... Continue reading
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