Renault, Nissan And General Motors Joint Statement
Jul 15, 2006
PARIS - July 15, 2006: General Motors, Renault and Nissan yesterday said that an exploratory discussion was held between Carlos Ghosn, President and Chief Executive Officer of Renault, SAS and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., and Rick Wagoner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of General Motors, Corp., regarding the possibil ... Continue reading
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP Convertible Review
Jul 13, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Pontiac G6 GTP Convertible General Motors has been criticized for many things in recent years, but its Pontiac division has scored big with the G6 Convertible, released just in time for summer. Not only is it a four-seat convertible, a rarity in this day, it's a reasonably-pri ... Continue reading
General Motors Presents 3rd Annual GM All-Car Showdown
Jul 8, 2006
HOSTED BY SHAQUILLE O'NEAL TO BE HELD JULY 11, 2006 IN HOLLYWOOD Athletes & Celebrity Automotive Enthusiasts SHOW OFF Their Hot Rides to compete for "King of bling" title LOS ANGELES - July 8, 2006: The 3rd annual GM All-Car Showdown, hosted by Shaquille O'Neal, an invitation-only, charity-driven event celebrating the ... Continue reading
GM To Proceed With Exploratory Discussions With Renault, Nissan
Jul 8, 2006
North American turnaround strategy remains top priority DETROIT - July 8, 2006: Yesterday, the General Motors Board of Directors endorsed a recommendation by the company's senior management that it engage in exploratory discussions with Renault and Nissan regarding GM's potential participation in an alliance among the ... Continue reading
June 2006 US Auto Sales- Ford, Chrysler, GM and Nissan Sales Down, Toyota Up
Jul 3, 2006
DETROIT, July 3, 2006; Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co. and Daimler Chrysler AG (DCXGn.DE: Quote, Profile, Research) on Monday reported lower June sales, citing high gasoline prices and slower sales of trucks and sport utility vehicles, signaling a weak start to the summer season. Sales for Toyota Motor Corp., whic ... Continue reading
GM U.S. June 2006 US Sales Down 26%t
Jul 3, 2006
DETROIT, July 3, 2006; Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. said its U.S. sales fell 25.9 percent in June, a sharp decline from last year's incentive-boosted results and in line with the company's cautionary forecast. The world's largest automaker sold 413,473 vehicles in the United States last month, compared wi ... Continue reading
GM Delivers 413,473 Vehicles in June, Highest Monthly Sales Of 2006:
Jul 3, 2006
FOR RELEASE: 2006-07-03 CONTACTS Sales up 15.2 Percent Compared To May Launch Vehicles Continue Momentum Highest Market Share of 2006 Anticipated DETROIT - General Motors' dealers in the United States sold 413,473 new cars and trucks in June, the company's best sales performance year-to-date, up 15.2 percent, or about ... Continue reading
CSM Worldwide Analysis: General Motors, Renault-Nissan Alliance Would Create Global Powerhouse
Jul 1, 2006
NORTHVILLE, Mich., June 30 -- Automotive market forecaster CSM Worldwide says the alliance among General Motors, Renault and Nissan proposed today by GM investor Kirk Kerkorian would create a one-of-a-kind global enterprise that would hold dominant positions in at least three of the world's major vehicle markets. Accor ... Continue reading
Jun 24, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Pontiac Solstice Pontiac's mission in the General Motors family is to make performance-oriented cars, and what could be better a better way to draw attention than a sports car? Especially a small, nimble, and affordable sports car that emphasizes handling and finesse over brut ... Continue reading
2006 Pontiac Solstice - A Personal View
Jun 24, 2006
2006 Pontiac Solstice: A Personal Look (c) Carey Russ 2006 The Mazda MX-5 Miata is the Solstice's number one competitor, and comparison is inevitable. The first time I drove the Solstice was at a GM presentation last Fall, only a short time after I'd spent two weeks with new Miatas - one a manual with sport options, th ... Continue reading
Jun 23, 2006
GMC Dealers Provide FlexFuel Vehicles for Greeley Independence Stampede Greeley, CO - June 23, 2006: Colorado's GMC dealers are drawing attention to their vehicles that can run on corn-based E85 fuel with a high-visibility promotion at the Greeley Independence Stampede, June 23 through July 4, 2006. GMC, which is provi ... Continue reading
Pontiac Announces Solstice GXP Pricing
Jun 21, 2006
New Turbocharged Roadster to Sell for Under $26K Detroit - June 21, 2006: At the height of the summer solstice, Pontiac today announced that the turbocharged 2007 Solstice GXP will carry a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $25,995, including a $600 destination charge. The 260-horsepower roadster arrives in Ponti ... Continue reading
General Motors Expects Higher Growth With Popular Convertible Models - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Jun 14, 2006
DETROIT - June 14, 2006: General Motors (GM) officials are predicting financial growth in 2006 with the popularity of their sold out convertible models like the Pontiac Solstice, Saturn SKY and Pontiac G6. Overcoming former notions that all GM cars look the same and use too much gas are key for increasing profits for 2 ... Continue reading
Leo Burnett Detroit Earns Top Honors for Pontiac and Cadillac Campaigns at the 2006 EFFIE Awards
Jun 9, 2006
LB Detroit's Pontiac Campaign a Top Six Finalist for the Grand EFFIE; Agency is Only Detroit Winner at EFFIEs This Year TROY, Mich., June 9 -- Leo Burnett Detroit was one of the most awarded agencies of the night and the only Detroit agency to win awards at the 38th annual Effie Awards in New York City on June 7. EFFIE ... Continue reading
Jun 1, 2006
* Combined Sales of New Full-Size Utilities Up 41 Percent vs. April * Solid Chevy HHR and Pontiac Torrent Sales Drive Small Utility Increase of 34 Percent * Sales Impacted By Reductions In Incentive Programs and Daily Rental Sales DETROIT June 1, 2006; General Motors dealers in the United States sold 345,157 new cars a ... Continue reading
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