Seat & Armin van Buuren Successful with Marathon Radio Show
Apr 30, 2009
72 hours of non-stop radio, 26 hours of live performances from Germany, the UK and the Netherlands. An estimated 4.5 million listeners through 20 FM radio stations on the opening night. More than 200,000 unique online visitors on the website listening to and watching live music streams for an average of 2.5 hours. With ... Continue reading
Seat Celebrates The 25th Anniversary of the Ibiza With a Special Version
Apr 30, 2009
SEAT is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its most popular model, the Ibiza, at the Barcelona International Motor Show. The Spanish brand will be highlighting a special version that pays tribute to the first car developed by SEAT as an independent company - an absolute best-seller since its unveiling at the Paris Mot ... Continue reading
Minister Miguel Sebastian Makes an Informative Visit to Seat
Apr 28, 2009
Taking advantage of an informative visit to SEAT, Spanish Minister for Industry, Tourism and Trade Miguel Sebastián visited the Martorell factory this morning, where he was greeted by SEAT's Board of Directors chairman Francisco García Sanz and SEAT Executive Committee chairman Erich Schmitt. The visit was scheduled ... Continue reading
SEAT Ibiza Range is Adding the 90 hp 1.6 TDI CR to its Engine Line-Up
Apr 28, 2009
The SEAT Ibiza will be available from June with the 90 hp 1.6 TDI CR engine in both its 5-door and SC versions. For the first time, this the Spanish brand's car is equipped with the common rail system, which gives the engine better performance and significantly reduces all levels of noise, consumption and emissions. ... Continue reading
The Ibiza FR and the Leon Cupra Boost the Sporty Range
Apr 17, 2009
SEAT will be one of the main attractions at the upcoming Barcelona International Motor Show, which is taking place from 9 to 17 May, where two of the Spanish brand's sportiest models will be making their world debut - the new Ibiza FR, which combines design and sporty character with top-notch performance; and the new L ... Continue reading
Another Major Award for DVLA with Seat Ecomotive Campaign
Apr 16, 2009
SEAT's ultra-frugal Ecomotive range - comprising some of the very lowest polluting new cars on sale in the UK - has helped the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) pick up yet another major marketing strategy award. ... Continue reading
Seat Scores a Used Car Success in April
Apr 9, 2009
SEAT is celebrating more success in the used car market, with news that some of its models have seen a major increase in their predicted value this April. ... Continue reading
'Drivers' Race To Try Out New Seat Ibiza Cupra
Apr 7, 2009
Fancy a spin behind the wheel of the all-new, mould-breaking Ibiza Cupra? Well, it's virtually possible, and proving immensely popular. Ahead of the physical car's launch here later this year SEAT has teamed up with Apple to create a stunning new video game for iPhone and iPod touch owners featuring the spicy new Ibiza ... Continue reading
Apr 3, 2009
The forthcoming Ibiza ST, illustrated here with a concept design sketch, is destined for UK showrooms next year and becomes the third distinct body style in the Ibiza model family - joining established big sellers the practical Ibiza 5dr and sporty Ibiza ST. ... Continue reading
SEAT Cuts a Dash in Red Dot Design Awards
Mar 20, 2009
The stunning SEAT Ibiza has scooped yet another brace of prestigious titles to add to its groaning trophy cabinet with the news that it is the proud recipient of two Red Dot design awards. ... Continue reading
James Muir to become Chairman of the Board of Management of SEAT
Mar 11, 2009
James Muir (50) to become Chairman of the Board of Management of SEAT, S.A. (Martorell) with effect from September 1, 2009. He will succeed Erich Schmitt (62), who will assume new responsibilities within the Group. The Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG, Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, thanked Schmitt fo ... Continue reading
Seat's Ultra-Green Leon Ecomotive Concept
Mar 6, 2009
SEAT is once again grabbing the spotlight at Geneva with the unveiling, today, of an exciting new concept car. The Swiss debut of the Leon Ecomotive Concept, a dramatic development of the existing low emissions, high economy family five-door, underlines SEAT's growing stature as a motor maker that appeals across the sp ... Continue reading
Why The Auto Channel's Press Pass Coverage of the 2009 Geneva Motor Show is So Important?
Mar 1, 2009
This may be the last great international auto show GENEVA - February 28, 2009: One of most visible effects of the current economic depression on the automotive world is what has happened to the once fabulous new car expositions. Not only have important shows in Los Angeles, Detroit and Chicago been neutered by the abse ... Continue reading
Mar 1, 2009
IIHS Top Crash Test Results - 72 winners of 2009 Top Safety Pick awards; almost every category from minicar to large pickup has a winner ARLINGTON, VA - Seventy-two vehicles earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award for 2009. This is more than double the number of 2008 recipients and more ... Continue reading
Did You Miss the 2008 Auto Shows? We Didn't! Experience Them Here! - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO COVERAGE
Feb 28, 2009
Even if you were at the 2008 Auto Shows in Los Angeles, London, Geneva and Detroit there was so much to see and the media introduction schedules were so hectic that chances are you would have missed something. And you may have missed some of the best. But don't worry, because we have it all on TheAutoChannel.com. In ad ... Continue reading
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