IRS Confirms Tax Credit Eligibility for 2007 Honda Hybrid and Natural Gas Vehicles
Nov 28, 2006
Buyers Are Eligible for Federal Tax Credits Ranging From $1,300 for Accord Hybrid to $4,000 for Civic GX TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 28 -- Customers who purchase a new 2007 Honda hybrid or natural gas vehicle may be eligible for federal tax credits ranging from $1,300 to $4,000 when they file their tax returns for the year ... Continue reading
Jaguar Announces the New Jaguar XF
Nov 28, 2006
COVENTRY, England, Nov. 28 -- Jaguar Cars today announces that a new sports sedan, the Jaguar XF, will make its public debut next autumn. Positioned in the luxury mid-size segment, the new Jaguar XF will replace the S-TYPE sedan in the Jaguar model line-up. Designed and developed at Jaguar's Product Development Centre ... Continue reading
Nov 28, 2006
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, November 28 -- - Importance of Design Highlights Changing Consumer Expectations About Vehicle Quality Honda and Toyota combined garner six initial quality model awards in the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 South Africa Initial Quality Study(SM) (IQS) released today. (Logo: http://www.newscom ... Continue reading
MI Delegation Sends Letter to Bush Urging Protection from Foreign Competition
Nov 27, 2006
Washington DC November 27, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that last week, in another sign that leaders of the newly elected 110th Congress are supporting the relief efforts of Detroit automakers, all 17 members of Michigan's Congressional delegation penned a letter to President Bush pressing for a heightened ear t ... Continue reading
Holiday Traffic Fatalities and Injuries Drop
Nov 27, 2006
Number of Crashes Decrease While Citations and Arrests Increase, State Police Report HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 27 -- The number of highway fatalities, injuries and total crashes investigated by State Police during the five-day Thanksgiving holiday driving period all dropped compared to the same period last year, Commission ... Continue reading
Tire Pressure Monitoring Technology Can Save Your Life - If You Know How To Use It
Nov 27, 2006
DETROIT November 27, 2006; Four little wheel sensors in a growing number of vehicles can help save lives by alerting motorists to low tire pressure, a potentially dangerous driving situation. GM Goodwrench is encouraging motorists to take a few minutes this fall to learn how to use a tire pressure monitoring system (TP ... Continue reading
GM to Unveil Alternative Power Program at LA Auto Show
Nov 27, 2006
LOS ANGELES, Nov 26, 2006; Kevin Krolicki writing for Reuters reported that stung by criticism that it conspired to kill the electric car, General Motors Corp. (GM.N: Quote, Profile, Research) is preparing to detail its commitment to new fuel-saving technologies, including new electric vehicles, according to people fam ... Continue reading
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4-door Hatchback Review
Nov 26, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4-door hatchback SPECIFICATIONS: Engine: 2.5-liter I-5 Horsepower/Torque: 150 hp @ 5000 rpm/170 lb.-ft. @ 3750 rpm Transmission: 5-speed manual Wheelbase: 101.5 in. Length x Width x Height: 164.9 x 68.3 x 56.7 in. Tires: P195/65R15 Cargo volume: 41.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Nov 26, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: 2007 Volvo S80 ENGINE: 4.4-liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 311 hp @ 5950 rpm/325 lb.-ft. @ 3950 rpm TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 112.0 in. LENGTH/WIDTH/HEIGHT: 191.0 x 73.0 x 59.0 in. TIRES: P245/45R17 CARGO VOLUME: 17.0 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Nov 26, 2006
2007 LEXUS RX 400h 5-DOOR SUV Hybrid Luxury on the Road to Chicago By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau A few years ago our friends at Lexus loaned us an RX 300 for a road trip to Tennessee. Ever since then my pretty blonde has wanted one. She was enamored with the looks, feel, luxurious ambiance, and the c ... Continue reading
IIHS 2007 Top Safety Pick Award Winners - Video Enhanced
Nov 24, 2006
2007 TOP SAFETY PICK award winners: award criteria are tougher; SUVs eligible for first time ARLINGTON, VA â The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announces 13 vehicles that earn TOP SAFETY PICK awards for 2007. Winners include 4 cars, 7 SUVs, and 2 minivans. This award recognizes vehicles that do the best jo ... Continue reading
Nov 24, 2006
DETROIT November 24, 2006; Reuters reported that Volvo, a unit of Ford Motor Co., is recalling about 360,000 cars because of a problem with vehicle speed controls that can cause engines to lose power without warning, Volvo said on Friday. Volvo said a defect in the electronic throttle module in cars built between 1999 ... Continue reading
2006 Dodge Caravan SXT Review and Travelogue
Nov 24, 2006
DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT - A FAMILY TOUR OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel.com Detroit Bureau 1My pretty blonde and I arranged a trip to the Pacific Northwest on the cusp of fall. Since the condo we reserved at Whistler (site of the next winter Olympics) is a big one, we invited two of her brother ... Continue reading
Kia Brand Recognized Again for Highest Marks in Safety
Nov 24, 2006
2007 Kia Sedona Meets Strictest Ever Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Standards and Wins 'Top Safety Pick' for Second Year in a Row IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 22 -- Already having earned a five-star crash safety rating from the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), ... Continue reading
Don't Become a Victim of Auto Theft
Nov 24, 2006
State Farm(R) Provides Tips to Keep Your Vehicle and Belongings Safe During the Holidays BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Nov. 22 -- Theft can cast a dark shadow over the joy of the holiday season. State Farm(R) claims data showed that over 9,000 vehicles were stolen between November 12, 2005 and December 31, 2005 -- prime time for ... Continue reading
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