GM Offers Biofuel (Ethanol) Vehicles in Thailand
May 27, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia May 27, 2009; Eileen Ng writing for the AP reported that General Motors Corp. plans to launch vehicles that can run on biofuel later this year in Thailand, which is offering incentives to cut reliance on gasoline, a senior official said Tuesday. David J. Tulauskas, director of public policy for G ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz World - A Day Out In a Class of its Own
May 26, 2009
Roary the Racing Car and his mechanic, Big Chris, will be providing credit-crunching fun for all the family at Mercedes-Benz World in Weybridge over 30 and 31 May, in celebration of the launch of Kinderclass, a unique, new initiative by Mercedes-Benz designed to promote safe travel with children. ... Continue reading
Now is a Critical Time for Automakers to Maintain Customer Confidence
May 26, 2009
ROCHESTER, N.Y.--Many historic events have taken place in the auto industry recently, and most of the automakers are getting negative press around them. The domestic automakers, however, are getting the lionâs share of it. When the dust from this downturn settles, the automakers that consistently took care of thei ... Continue reading
The Air-powered Car May Blow Into U.S.
May 25, 2009
NEW YORK May 25, 2009; Dan Strumpf writing for the AP reported that most car companies are racing to bring electric vehicles to the market. But one startup is skipping the high-tech electronics, making cars whose energy source is pulled literally out of thin air. Zero Pollution Motors is trying to bring a car to U.S. r ... Continue reading
Go Daddy Drives Huge Traffic Spike With Danica's New Indy 500 Ad
May 25, 2009
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Go Daddy Girl Danica Patrick made history today at the Indianapolis 500 with her third place finish, the best ever by a woman at the legendary Brickyard. Danica also drove tremendous Web traffic to GoDaddy.com â doubling last yearâs campaign results. In her new cliffhanger commercial specia ... Continue reading
2011 Sedans That Get 30+ MPG Combined City/Highway (Updated)
May 24, 2009
30 Miles Per Gallon City/Hwy Mileage. The sedan is the most popular car body style, and offers interior space and access through two doors on each side (or more rarely one) and luggage security because of a locking, covered luggage compartment separate from the passenger compartment. Sedans come in all sizes. Small exa ... Continue reading
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 4matic Review
May 24, 2009
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 4matic Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 268 hp @ 6,000 rpm/258 lb.-ft. @ 2,400-5,000 rpm Transmission: 7-speed automatic Wheelbase: 108.5 in. Length/Width/Height: 178.2 x 79.4 x 66.9 in. Tires: P235/45R20 Cargo volume: 23.3/54.7 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2009 Mini Cooper Convertible Review
May 24, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible Mini size, maxi fun, now add sun... The second-generation Mini Convertible provides all of the spirited driving experience of its hardtop siblings, and all of the good fuel economy, plus fresh air and sunshine on demand. It improves on the first generat ... Continue reading
Stabenow Bill Trades Cash for Gas-Guzzlers
May 22, 2009
Washington DC May 22, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that Sen. Debbie Stabenow of Michigan introduced cash-for-clunkers legislation on Thursday that would provide vouchers of up to $4,500 toward the purchase of a more fuel-efficient car or truck. According to the Detroit Free Press, the legislation comes as an ide ... Continue reading
Safe Riding Tips from the ATV Safety Institute as Summer Riding Season Begins this Holiday Weekend
May 22, 2009
IRVINE, Calif.--As the nation prepares to enjoy the Memorial Day holiday weekend, the All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute, along with the major manufacturers and distributors of ATVs in the United States, would like to reinforce the importance of safe and responsible use of ATVs this weekend. There are nearly nine mil ... Continue reading
USA Today: Safety Could Suffer if Cars Get Smaller
May 22, 2009
Washington DC May 22, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Obama administration's sweeping fuel-economy and emissions initiative announced Tuesday reopens a fierce debate over tradeoffs between fuel economy and auto safety. According to USA Today, some safety experts say the sale of more small cars, which are m ... Continue reading
Magna Purchase Plan Calls For 10,000 Job Cuts at Opel in Europe
May 22, 2009
BERLIN, May 22, 2009; Andreas Moeser writing for Reuters reported that Magna International's concept for German carmaker Opel foresees 10,000 jobs cuts in Europe, including 2,500 in Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate state premier Kurt Beck said on Friday. A competing offer by Italian carmaker Fiat included plans for 12,000 ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Interested in Supplying Vehicles to Saturn Dealerships
May 22, 2009
Washington DC May 22, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that according to The Detroit News, Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors Corp. is in talks to supply vehicles to Saturn dealers if the brand and dealer network is sold this year. Mitsubishi is among several manufacturers, including Nissan, talking to parties int ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports Offers Top 40 Best American-Made Car Deals for Memorial Day Weekend
May 22, 2009
11 brands offer best savings on recommended cars; Ford most prominent with 10 models included YONKERS, N.Y., May 21 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Memorial Day is a time for Americans to commemorate the sacrifices made by men and women to protect our freedoms and values. And traditionally, the holiday is associated with di ... Continue reading
Volvo S60 Concept Awarded "Most Beautiful Concept Car" by German Auto Bild Magazine - VIDEO ENHANCED
May 21, 2009
GOTHENBURG - May 21, 2009: About 200,000 Auto Bild readers from 27 countries have selected the most beautiful vehicles for 2009 in five categories. The Volvo S60 Concept won over 28 renowned competitors in the category of Concept Cars. The voting for the Auto Bild Design Award was expanded for the first time to Europe- ... Continue reading
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