Hyundai Investigative Team to Focus on Senior Citizens
Jan 25, 2005
CHICAGO, Jan. 25 -- In an attempt to better understand the needs and desires of older consumers, Hyundai Motor America has assembled its third Hyundai Investigative Team (HIT). The 2005 team is comprised of eight mature adults (ages 60-78) who will tour the Chicago International Auto Show on Thursday, Feb. 10. The HIT ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Landscape of Company Car Market Changes
Jan 25, 2005
DUBLIN, Ireland--Jan. 25, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c12145) has announced the addition of UK Company Car Data Report to 2008 to their offering The landscape of the company car market has changed considerably in the last few years as a greater proportion of customers move towa ... Continue reading
Americanization of First Smart Cars Underway by ZAP
Jan 25, 2005
SANTA ROSA, Calif., Jan. 24 -- Automobile manufacturer ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAPZ) announced today that the first Smart Cars, one of the most fuel-efficient cars in the world, are in the process of being modified to federal automotive standards at a facility in California. The Smart Car Americanized by ZAP, as it is cal ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group's 'Suits, Cars and Seminars' Event Nets Hundreds of Suits for Local Charity
Jan 25, 2005
* Metro Detroiters supported Chrysler Group's Women's Forum event by donating 1,110 articles of clothing to benefit Jackets for Jobs Inc. in exchange for free auto show admission * DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund also provided $25,000 grant to organization * Jackets for Jobs' clients received makeovers from Beauty Fir ... Continue reading
Here We Go - China's Changan Auto's parent eyes exports to US
Jan 25, 2005
BEIJING, Jan. 25, 2005; Chinaview reported that US carmaker Ford’s Chinese partner, Changan Automobile Group, looking to escape a price war at home, is drawing up plans to export to overseas markets such as the United States. The parent of Shenzhen-listed Changan Automobile, the country’s third-largest vehi ... Continue reading
New Jersey Show Features Virtually Emission-Free Autos
Jan 24, 2005
99% Cleaner Vehicles Now Available to Consumers in Showrooms SECAUCUS, N.J., Jan. 24 -- Major automakers this week announced a landmark achievement that will help clean the air and protect the environment, as they introduced at the New Jersey Auto Show a new generation of vehicles that are 99 percent cleaner than vehic ... Continue reading
More Than One in Four Auto Accidents Result in Injury Claims, IRC Study Finds
Jan 24, 2005
Injury Claims Are Common Despite Lower Auto Accident Rates and Fewer Serious Injuries MALVERN, Pa., Jan. 24 -- More than one in four auto accidents resulted in bodily injury liability (BI) claims in 2003, according to a recent study by the Insurance Research Council (IRC). The study, Trends in Auto Injury Claims, 2004 ... Continue reading
2006 Harley-Davidson Street Rod Initiates the Roadster Revolution
Jan 24, 2005
Newest VRSC Model Combines Muscular Style and Aggressive Performance MILWAUKEE, Jan. 24 -- In the court of public opinion, the all-new 2006 VRSCR Street Rod might appear guilty of using steroids. But the newest member of the liquid-cooled family of Harley-Davidson motorcycles gets its reputation honestly by combining a ... Continue reading
Toyota USA Foundation Announces $650,000 in New Math and Science Awards
Jan 24, 2005
NEW YORK, Jan. 24 -- Toyota USA Foundation Board of Directors today announced grants totaling $650,836 to fund four math and science education initiatives for K-12 grade students across the country. Award recipients include the University of Michigan College of Engineering, Ann Arbor, MI; the University of Southern Cal ... Continue reading
AutoVIBES Study Announces 2004 Automotive 'Best Buzz' List
Jan 24, 2005
Vehicle Buyers Buzz about Domestics in 2004 IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 24 -- According to AutoVIBES, a monthly study from online automotive research leaders Harris Interactive(R) and Kelley Blue Book Marketing Research which tracks the launch of new nameplates, domestic vehicle manufacturers were successful in creating 'buzz ... Continue reading
2005 Chicago Auto Show - Overall Info and Links
Jan 23, 2005
Home > Show Floor Visit our Show Floor Our show floor is even more exciting than ever, see manufacturer’s 2005 model previews now! See Auto Show History These archive photos are amazing! One look shows the importance of the automobile over the last century. View the Photo Gallery More neat stuff to see in concept ... Continue reading
Toyota USA Foundation to Sponsor University of Michigan College of Engineering 2005 Summer Academy
Jan 23, 2005
January 21, 2005 -- Ann Arbor, MI -- The Toyota USA Foundation named The University of Michigan College of Engineering the recipient of a $150,000 grant to support the college's 2005 Summer Engineering Academy for junior high and high school students. A check presentation will be made later today that will include repr ... Continue reading
I Want My 'lectric Ranger, I Want My "lectric Ranger!
Jan 21, 2005
Ford Agrees to Sell Two Electric Trucks to Protesting Lease Holders Rather Than Surrender Them SACRAMENTO January 21, 2004; Jim Wasserman writing for the AP reported that the Ford Motor Co. said Friday it will sell two Ford Ranger electric pickup trucks to a pair of lease holders who staged sit-ins at a Sacramento Ford ... Continue reading
Jan 21, 2005
PLEASANT RIDGE, Mich., Jan. 21 -- Woodward Dream Cruise, Inc. has accepted the bid of Susie Gross of Bloomfield Hills to act as executive director of the organization. Supporters cited Gross' experience as past executive director of The Parade Company, Inc, and her extensive fund-raising and public relations background ... Continue reading
Jan 21, 2005
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Jan. 21, 2005--David Keaveney, CEO of MotorSports Emporium, Inc. (OTCBB:MSEP), announced today ScaleCars.com (a wholly-owned subsidiary of MSEP) will be a featured vendor at the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction to be held January 26-30, 2005, in Scottsdale, Arizona. SPEED channel will feature LIVE ... Continue reading
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