Peugeot at the 63rd Frankfurt Motor Show Emotion and Responsibility
Aug 18, 2009
Drawing its strength from a rich heritage synonymous with different forms of mobility, from 2-wheelers to 4-wheel drive, Peugeot is a key player in global, sustainable mobility ... Continue reading
Daihatsu launches new Mira Cocoa minicar, targeting female drivers
Aug 18, 2009
TOKYO 18th August 2009; Japan Today reported that Daihatsu Motor Co rolled out on Monday a new mini passenger vehicle, the Mira Cocoa, aiming to attract mainly female drivers with its cute design amid growing popularity for fuel-efficient small cars. Daihatsu, a unit of Toyota Motor Corp and known for the Move and Tant ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to build Fiat 500 minicar at factory in Mexico
Aug 18, 2009
DETROIT August 17, 2009; Tom Krisher writing for the AP reported that Chrysler Group LLC, now being run by Italian automaker Fiat Group SpA, is planning to build the Fiat 500 minicar at a factory in Mexico, according to a person briefed on the company's plans. The automaker also is considering building a compact car in ... Continue reading
BYD to supply lithium batteries to a major Chinese automaker
Aug 18, 2009
BYD to supply lithium batteries to a major Chinese automaker http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011787/BYD-to-supply-lithium-batt eries -to-a-major-Chinese-automaker.html Shanghai, August 17 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese battery and electric car maker BYD Co has reached an agreement with one of China's top three auto groups ... Continue reading
Lexus Maintains Leadership in ALG's Luxury Models Summer 2009 Perceived Quality Study
Aug 17, 2009
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--Automotive Lease Guide (ALG), a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of on-demand software and data solutions for the U.S. automotive retail industry, today announced that Lexus maintained its top position in ALGâs Luxury Models Summer 2009 Perceived Quality Study (P ... Continue reading
Volkswagen of America Announces Agency of Record Will Go Up for Review
Aug 17, 2009
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 17 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that they are placing their agency of record assignment up for review. The agency of record is responsible for all aspects of marketing and advertising and is currently managed by Crispin Porter + Bogusky. "Volkswagen has embarked on a mission to sign ... Continue reading
Aug 17, 2009
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--U.S. Representative Sander Levin today previewed innovative commercial vehicle hybrid power systems developed by diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation at the companyâs Michigan Innovation Center in Southfield. In addition, Rep. Levin highlighted the importance of legislation to e ... Continue reading
Aug 17, 2009
ONE WEEK WITH A 2009 VW TIGUAN By Thom Cannell Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel SEE ALSO: Volkswagen Buyers Guide WE FLEW INTO FORT MYERS, FLORIDA PREPARED TO FIX UP OUR 1980'S-ERA FAMILY CONDO AND GRAB A FEW DAY'S SUN. AS OUR BEAST OF BURDEN I THOUGHT THE DIMINUTIVE VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN CROSSOVER UTILITY VEHICLE A GREAT C ... Continue reading
International Nameplates Climb in 'Clunkers' Program
Aug 17, 2009
According to the Detroit News, Japanese automakers have gained significant ground in the U.S. government's $3 billion "cash for clunkers" program. Toyota dethroned GM as the top seller, selling 18.9 percent of vehicles purchased through the clunkers program. The largest three Japanese automakers â Toyota, Honda, a ... Continue reading
Spice Up Your Vauxhall Corsa This Summer
Aug 17, 2009
Vauxhall is offering owners of the 3-door Corsa model the chance to spice up their lives with a fantastic deal on VXR accessories. ... Continue reading
Kia Offers Extra Value With Limited Edition Cerato
Aug 17, 2009
Kia has announced a small run of a Limited Edition Cerato with features valued at $1,200 being offered to customers at no extra cost for a limited time only, and driveaway pricing from $20,990 with 5-speed manual transmission or $22,990 with 4-speed automatic transmission. ... Continue reading
Sporty Si Introduced on Honda Civic 5-Door
Aug 17, 2009
The new Si grade will be available across the entire 5-door Civic range, in all engine variants and transmissions. The 1.4-litre Si model will wear Graphite coloured 16-inch alloy wheels while higher-powered 1.8 petrol and 2.2 diesel Si Civics will sit on 17-inch Graphite coloured alloy rims. ... Continue reading
Aug 17, 2009
Today, Bentley Motors unveiled the Mulsanne, the company's all-new flagship grand tourer, at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours DâElegance in Monterey, California. The Mulsanne is inspired by the company founder W.O. Bentleyâs crowning achievement in 1930, the 8-litre. And it was W.O.âs own carefully ... Continue reading
Aug 17, 2009
It's Citroëns 90th Anniversary, and LCV operators can join the celebrations - thanks to the introduction of a series of generously equipped, high-value '90 Years' Nemo, Berlingo and Dispatch vans. ... Continue reading
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