Study Finds American Auto Brands Rated More Positively By Consumers than Japanese Counterparts
Nov 24, 2008
Measurement of customer opinions posted online using Opinion Insights, Biz360's latest analytics technology, reveals surprising results that could bode well for future of U.S. automakers SAN MATEO, Calif. â November 24, 2008 â An analysis of consumer opinions from the past 12 months of non-luxury car brands c ... Continue reading
Porsche Presents First Images of Four-Door Panamera Gran Turismo - VIDEO
Nov 24, 2008
About three-quarters of a year prior to the actual market launch, Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has disclosed the first official photos of the Panamera in its final look. In its design, profile and silhouette, Porscheâs unique four-seater stands out clearly as a new member of the Porsche family. Conceive ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show: North American Premiere of the Ferrari California - COMPLETE VIDEO
Nov 24, 2008
The Ferrari California made its official North American debut at the Los Angeles show last Thursday after a series of special previews and its world debut at the Paris Show in October, where it received a hugely enthusiastic reception. The first V8 in the history of Ferrari road-cars to be mid-front mounted, the Ferrar ... Continue reading
GM And Tiger Woods Announce End To Endorsement Deal
Nov 24, 2008
DETROIT, MICHIGAN November 24, 2008; General Motors and Tiger Woods announced today that they will conclude their endorsement deal effective December 31, 2008. Both GM and Woods agreed to a mutual and amicable separation that included a desire for more personal time for the 14-time major winner who is expecting his sec ... Continue reading
New Suzuki Seasonal Selection For This Christmas
Nov 24, 2008
When it comes to Christmas, many shoppers are often stuck at this time of year for gift ideas for family and friends. However, help is at hand from Suzuki with their all new seasonal gift selection. ... Continue reading
Subaru 'Shares the Love' in its First-of-a-Kind Cause-Related Campaign
Nov 24, 2008
-- Automaker Helps Customers Donate up to $5 million to Five Charities in December -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Nov. 24 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced a unique marketing campaign based on the love Subaru owners have for their vehicles and their desire to help worthy causes. Called "Share the Love", the campaign wi ... Continue reading
Clean Energy Opens First Large-Scale California LNG Production Plant
Nov 24, 2008
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has started up its California LNG Plant at Boron, California, the largest LNG (liquefied natural gas) production plant in the Southwest and the first large-scale plant in California. Built to produce up to 160,000 gallons per day of LNG, the plant is designed to expand production to 240,000 gal ... Continue reading
Consumers Gravitate to Used Cars During These Tough Times
Nov 24, 2008
CarGurus survey reveals a greater percentage (54%) of respondents plan to purchase a used car versus a new car (46%) for their next car purchase CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Nov. 24 -- CarGurus(R) (http://www.cargurus.com/), a leading online automotive community, today announced the results of its latest survey of more than 2,500 ... Continue reading
2008 Saturn Astra 5-door XR Review
Nov 23, 2008
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2008 Saturn Astra 5-door XR Engine: 1.8-liter DOHC 4 Horsepower/Torque: 138 hp @ 6300 rpm/125 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm Transmission: 4-speed automatic Wheelbase: 102.9 in. Length/Width/Height: 170.5 x 69.0 x 57.4 in. Tires: P205/55R16 Cargo volume: 12.2/44.7 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show - Consumers Like What They See, But...
Nov 23, 2008
LOS ANGELES November 22, 2008; Dan Strumpf writing for the AP reported that Consumers at Los Angeles Auto Show like what they see, but few are in the market these days. Small-business owner Greg Mohr was hopping in and out of cars at the Los Angeles Auto Show, but he isn't in the market to buy one. Neither are retirees ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show: Bentley Unveils the Azure T Convertible - COMPLETE VIDEO
Nov 22, 2008
The world's most elegant four-seat convertible now with 500bhp Azure T model Azure T delivers exhilarating, class-leading performance Unique Bentley âTâ styling cues reinforce the sleek, sporting stance of the Azure LOS ANGELES - November 22, 2008: Based on the Azure, the Azure T offers a range of discreet ex ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show: 2010 Lincoln MKZ Builds On Success With New Face and Features - COMPLETE VIDEO
Nov 22, 2008
Expected Lincoln comfort, quality and driving experience paid forward in the 2010 Lincoln MKZ with updated design, new features and plusher interior New Sport Appearance Package with sport-tuned suspension shifts driving experience to the next level, especially with optional all-wheel drive. Six-speed SelectShift autom ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show: Ford Fusion for 2010 Delivers Fuel Efficiency and Performance - COMPLETE VIDEO
Nov 22, 2008
2.5-liter I-4 engine offers unsurpassed fuel economy in mid-size car non-HEV segment Wide range of powertrain choices available on the 2010 Fusion line, ranging from a 2.5-liter hybrid electric powertrain to 2.5L I-4 gasoline, 3.0L V6 flex-fuel, and 3.5-liter V-6 gasoline, each mated to six-speed transmissions for the ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show: All-New 2009 Infiniti G Convertible Makes Its Debut - COMPLETE VIDEO
Nov 22, 2008
First-ever Infiniti G Convertible Set For Spring 2009 Launch in North America LOS ANGELES - November 19, 2008: Infiniti today unveiled the latest expression of its âInspired Performance,â the all-new 2009 Infiniti G Convertible, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The first-ever Infiniti G Convertible builds u ... Continue reading
Premiere At Porsche: Cayenne With Diesel Engine
Nov 21, 2008
From February 2009, Porsche will offer a Cayenne with a diesel engine and thus extend its range of engines for the four door, all-wheel drive car further, once again. This decision was taken in response to changed legal regulations especially in European markets, resulting in tax incentives for vehicles with diesel eng ... Continue reading
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