Apr 4, 2007
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Lexus unveiled the all-new 2008 LX 570 full-size luxury utility vehicle at a press conference today at the 2007 New York International Auto Show. The all-new third-generation LX will feature more technological advancements to provide added power, luxury, safety, roominess and both on- and off-road ... Continue reading
AAA Advises Travelers Heading for Spring Break
Apr 4, 2007
DEARBORN, Mich., April 4 -- As Michiganians head out on spring break, traffic will be brisk at both airports and freeways today through Sunday, April 15, AAA Michigan reports. Just in time to assist spring travelers, AAA's Internet TripTik(R) travel planner, located at AAAmaps.com, links the auto club's best-in-class m ... Continue reading
Mazda to Offer Back Up Camera With Auto-Dimming Mirror Display System for CX-9 Crossover SUV
Apr 4, 2007
IRVINE, Calif., April 4 -- Having two sets of eyes -- one in the front of their heads and another in the back -- is something people all over the world have longed for since the beginning of time. Now, using a state-of-the-art rearview mirror-mounted liquid crystal display system, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) ... Continue reading
Steer Away from Flood-Damaged Vehicles
Apr 3, 2007
ROANOKE, Va.--Add "check for flood damage" to the list of items to review when thinking about purchasing a pre-owned car, truck, or RV. Flood-damaged vehicles have always been something to avoid when making a purchase, but their prevalence on the used vehicle market has shot up dramatically in the last couple of years, ... Continue reading
Honda Named 'Greenest Automaker' by Union of Concerned Scientists - VIDEO ENHANCED
Apr 3, 2007
- America's Most Fuel Efficient Car Company Earns Fourth Consecutive Title - TORRANCE, Calif., April 3 -- Honda, the most fuel efficient car company in America(1), has earned the title of America's "2007 Greenest Automaker" from the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) for the fourth consecutive time. The award is given ... Continue reading
Jean Jennings of AUTOMOBILE MAGAZINE Wins 2007 Ken Purdy Award for Excellence in Journalism
Apr 3, 2007
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--AUTOMOBILE MAGAZINE, Americaâs leading automotive lifestyle publication (www.automobilemag.com) and part of PRIMEDIAâs Consumer Automotive Group, today announced the International Motor Press Association (IMPA) awarded its 2007 Ken Purdy Award to Jean Jennings for her June 2006 cover story e ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports 2007 First Quarter Sales
Apr 3, 2007
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 3 -- The BMW Group (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported year-to-date sales of 75,433 vehicles, a 3.9 percent increase over the 72,588 sold in the first quarter of 2006. The BMW Group also reported an increase of 2.2 percent in March sales, for 28,980 vehicles over the 28,352 vehicles repo ... Continue reading
Acura Announces March 2007 Sales
Apr 3, 2007
Light Trucks Set Record Due to Strong MDX and RDX Sales TORRANCE, Calif., April 3 -- Boosted by a March record for light truck sales, Acura sold 16,986 vehicles for the month, less than 500 units behind March 2006. Sales of the popular MDX and RDX crossover SUVs combined for a new Acura March light-truck record of 7,20 ... Continue reading
Hyundai 2007 March Sets Record Sales
Apr 3, 2007
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 3 -- Hyundai Motor America today reported its best March ever with sales of 41,984 vehicles, up 22 percent over February. The all-new Santa Fe and Accent were up 109 percent and 57 percent over March 2006 respectively. "Once again we are pleased to see such a strong March given the contin ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America - 2007 Sets First Quarter Sales Record
Apr 3, 2007
IRVINE, Calif., April 3 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced a new first quarter sales record of 73,603 units, a 13.5-percent increase over the same period last year, boosted by the company's best March sales ever of 27,567 units, a 6.0-percent increase over the same month in 2006. The Spectra compact sedan and ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Announces March 2007 Sales
Apr 3, 2007
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 3 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 111,119 units in March, up 3.9 percent from the prior year. Nissan Division sales increased by 2.8 percent over last year. Infiniti Division posted a sales increase of 12.6 percent versus the prior year. For the fiscal year, NNA sales ... Continue reading
Camp Jeep® New York Will be Held Outdoors for the First TIme Ever, April 6-15
Apr 3, 2007
One Test Drive Participant Will Win a Trip to Camp Jeep Virginia in July Auburn Hills, Mich., Apr 3, 2007 - Camp Jeep® New York, bigger and better than ever, will be held entirely outdoors for the first time during the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), April 6-15 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. At 45, ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports March 2007 Sales
Apr 3, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., April 3 -- Boosted by record hybrid sales, Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported all-time best-ever monthly sales of 242,675 vehicles, an increase of 7.7 percent over March 2006. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030501/TOYLOGO) "This month marks a milestone eight years in ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Reports March 2007 Best and Highest First Quarter Sales Ever
Apr 3, 2007
MONTVALE, N.J., April 3 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest March on record with sales of 21,612 new vehicles, an increase of 0.9 percent over last March, bringing year-to-date sales to 55,985 new vehicles, a 9.3 percent increase compared to the first quarter of 2006 and the highest first quarter on ... Continue reading
Apr 3, 2007
- Ford's new mid-size cars (Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln MKZ) and its new crossovers (Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX) set monthly sales records in March. - Fusion sales up 48 percent compared with a year ago, Milan sales up 45 percent, and Lincoln MKZ sales up 13 percent. - Edge sales were 10,915, up 37 percent co ... Continue reading
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