Kia Forte Named 'Car of the Month' by NADAguides.com
Aug 18, 2009
All-new 2010 Kia Compact Sedan Lauded by Online Automotive Resource - Forte recognized for offering sophisticated styling, value and numerous class-leading features - All-new compact sedan tops segment by offering consumers the entire package IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 18 -- The most recent addition to the Kia Motors America ... Continue reading
Cash for Clunkers Sales on the Rapid Decline, Reports Edmunds.com
Aug 18, 2009
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--The rush of automotive sales activity brought on by the "Cash for Clunkers" program is fading fast, according to Edmunds.com, whose latest study of car buyer behavior indicates that automotive purchase intent is down 31 percent from its peak in late July. âNow that there is plenty of money in ... Continue reading
Azure Dynamics and Collins Bus Sell First Hybrid Electric Type A School Bus
Aug 18, 2009
OAK PARK, MI, Aug. 18 -- The NAPA Valley Unified School District (NAPA) in California has purchased the nation's first NEXBUS, the only hybrid electric Type A school bus available in North America. NEXBUS is produced by Collins Bus Corporation and features Azure Dynamics Balance(TM) Hybrid Electric drive train which is ... Continue reading
Inaugural Military Vehicles Exhibition & Conference Opens to Heavy Traffic & Rave Reviews
Aug 18, 2009
DETROIT--More than 3,600 industry professionals were in attendance at IDGA Exhibitionsâ Inaugural Military Vehicles Exhibition & Conference. New business potential, strong leads and quality networking opportunities were just some of the benefits that both exhibiting companies and attendees enjoyed. (Editors Note: ... Continue reading
U.S. Army Orders More Polaris ATVs
Aug 18, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS--Polaris Industries Inc. today announced the Company received orders from the U.S. Army to provide additional vehicles, parts and accessories of the company's highly successful militarized ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle), the MV700, for operations in Afghanistan. The MV700 already has proven to be a very versatil ... Continue reading
Tesla to Open Power Train Facility in Palo Alto, California
Aug 18, 2009
PALO ALTO, Calif.--The City of Palo Alto and Tesla Motors announced today that Tesla will develop and manufacture electric vehicle components in a renovated building in the Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto. Tesla, the only automaker that is already producing and selling highway-capable electric vehicles, will lease ... Continue reading
Aug 18, 2009
Washington DC August 18, 2009; The Hyundai Equus is doing its homework on the American market before it arrives in the fourth quarter of 2010. Writers at Autoblog.com say they recently took a ride in the upscale sedan during the Pebble Beach weekend in Monterey, and predict that f it's priced right, it will do just as ... Continue reading
Aug 18, 2009
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 18 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. ("Quantum") today announced that its affiliate company Fisker Automotive made its Karma PHEV's driving debut over the weekend, just 19 months after being introduced as a concept. The 403hp Karma Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) attained ... Continue reading
More Workers Hired to Speed Cash for Clunker Reimbursements to Dealers
Aug 18, 2009
Washington Dc August 18, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Obama administration is tripling the number of workers processing Cash for Clunkers transactions as some dealers complain the government has been slow to reimburse them for the incentives of up to $4,500 a vehicle. According to the New York Times, an ... Continue reading
koda Auto Has Ceremonially Introduced the Superb Hao Rui On the Chinese Market
Aug 18, 2009
Today, the koda Superb was ceremonially introduced on the Chinese market under the name Hao Rui. Production of koda Auto's flagship in China started on June 11. The Superb had already been first introduced to the Chinese public on April 20, 2009, at the Automobile Fair in Shanghai ... Continue reading
Hyundai Names Its Frankfurt Star - The Ix35
Aug 18, 2009
Hyundai will strengthen its position as one of the leading brands in the European crossover sector when it presents an all-new addition to the brand's line-up at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. The ix35 joins the C-segment to replace the successful Tucson. Alongside it will be the significantly-revised Santa Fe, w ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Vito and Viano are Australia's First 5-Star Commercial Vehicles
Aug 18, 2009
The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) today announced the first Australian 5-star rating for a light commercial van. The vehicle: the Mercedes-Benz Vito. ... Continue reading
Cadillac Joins Lexus In UM's Satisfaction Survey
Aug 18, 2009
US automakers making strides in customer satisfaction, University of Michigan survey shows NEW YORK August 18, 2009; The AP reported that all three U.S.-based automakers are doing a better job of satisfying their customers than they were a year ago, according to a recent survey. General Motors Co., Ford Motor Co. and C ... Continue reading
Kia Announces Name for All-New CUV to be Built at U.S. Plant
Aug 18, 2009
2011 Sorento Will be the First Vehicle Produced at KMMG in West Point, Georgia - Unibody CUV offers more cabin room and improved fuel economy - Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia to begin production before year-end IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 18 -- Introduced in 2002, the original Kia Sorento midsize SUV marked a huge step forw ... Continue reading
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