Opel Reduces Co2 Emissions on Vivaro Combi Ecoflex by 11 Percent
Aug 12, 2009
Opel's ecoFLEX family has a new member: The Vivaro Combi ecoFLEX with the 114 hp 2.0 CDTI engine and automated Easytronic six-speed manual transmission consumes just 7.4 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers, a CO2 value of 194 g/km. With these impressive values, the Vivaro reduces CO2 emissions by 19 grams CO2, saving 0 ... Continue reading
kbb.com Study: Domestic Trucks Remain Cornerstone of Strength; Import Truck Consideration Declines
Aug 12, 2009
Ford Claims Top Spot in Consideration, Overtaking Chevrolet IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 12 -- Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car information, today announces the results of the second-quarter 2009 Brand Watch study by Kelley Blue Book Market Intelligence, detailing consumers' perceptio ... Continue reading
Kia Motors posts 17.5% increase in July global sales
Aug 12, 2009
July global sales - 143,588 Kia vehicles sold globally in July - July sales in China, Korea and North America post year-on-year sales growth of 101.3%, 26.5% and 7.8%, respectively - Cumulative sales in 2009 reached 892,916 units, representing a 6.4% year-on-year increase - Cumulatively in 2009, China, Korea and genera ... Continue reading
More Economical, More Practical: the New VW Golf Plus Bluemotion:
Aug 12, 2009
Volkswagen has revealed pricing and details of its latest BlueMotion model, the Golf Plus. The new model offers all the practicality and comfort of the new standard Golf Plus which went on sale in May, but with even greater economy and lower carbon dioxide emissions. Prices start at £17,570 RRP âon the roadâ ... Continue reading
New Entry Level Lancer Added to Mitsubishi Line Up
Aug 12, 2009
Mitsubishi Motors UK has a new addition to their Euro NCAP 5 Star Award winning Lancer range. The new Lancer 1.5 4-door SE is a well equipped family saloon and priced at just £12,499 presents outstanding value. ... Continue reading
European Showcase of New Mazda CX-7 at Frankfurt Motor Show
Aug 12, 2009
The Mazda stand at next month's Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) will exhibit the new Mazda CX-7, featuring Mazda's new 'family face' as seen on Mazda6 and Mazda3. Also offering a bolder stance, the new Mazda CX-7 is powered by a high-output diesel engine ... Continue reading
Audi Launches Stunning New A5 Cabriolet in Australia
Aug 12, 2009
Audi's stunning new drop-top A5 has arrived in Australia, offering authentic convertible styling with a choice of three sporty engines, quattro all wheel drive and S tronic transmission as standard. ... Continue reading
Honda Wins at 2009 U.S. Motorist Choice Awards
Aug 12, 2009
Honda vehicles were awarded top honour in three different categories at the 2009 US Motorist Choice Awards, announced in California on Tuesday, 11 August. ... Continue reading
Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro Blasts into Showrooms
Aug 12, 2009
Developed jointly with quattro GmbH, the R8 V10 sees Audi reinforcing its leading position in the high-performance sports car segment. The newly-developed ten-cylinder engine develops 386 kW of breathtaking performance while 530Nm of torque endows it with unstoppable power. Both R tronic sequential gearbox and a 6-spee ... Continue reading
Coulomb and GridPoint Unveil First Smart Grid Enabled Smart Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles
Aug 12, 2009
LONG BEACH, Calif.--GridPoint, Inc., an established leader in smart grid software, and Coulomb Technologies today unveiled the first ever smart grid enabled smart charging stations for electric vehicles. The integrated solution using Coulombâs ChargePoint⢠Networked Charging Stations for plug-in electric vehi ... Continue reading
BorgWarner to Build Turbochargers and EGR Valves for First Automotive Works (FAW) in China
Aug 11, 2009
China's Largest Vehicle Maker Relies on BorgWarner's Proven Turbo Technology to Lower Emissions, Increase Fuel Economy and Improve Performance AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 11 -- BorgWarner has been selected to supply turbochargers and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves for various cars and light commercial vehicles ma ... Continue reading
2009 MOTORIST CHOICE AWARDS: Vehicles that Please Both Hearts and Minds
Aug 11, 2009
Tustin, August 11, 2009: Right brain, left brain; the practical versus the emotional â an age-old dilemma often at the center of decision making when buying a new car or truck. The 2009 Motorist Choice Awards recognize new cars and trucks that give their owners both economic and emotional satisfaction, helping new ... Continue reading
Aug 11, 2009
Long Beach California August 11, 2009; It may seem like an SNL skit but just as an executive with southern california's power company was abut to speak at this years Plug-in conference, the lights went out! Not only was the Long Beach convention center affected but according to The Auto Channel's Marc Rauch who is head ... Continue reading
A New GM Kicks Into High Gear at Product and Technology Event
Aug 11, 2009
'New GM' 2010 General Motors Product Guide Chevrolet Volt estimated city fuel economy is 230 mpg / 25 kilowatt hours per 100 miles (press release) Media and consumers preview 25 new models coming between now and 2011 Cadillac confirms new entry-level luxury sport sedan is under development GMâs four brands launch ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Volt Expects 230 mpg in City Driving
Aug 11, 2009
First mass-produced vehicle to claim more than 100 mpg composite fuel economy Tentative EPA methodology results show 25 kilowatt hours/100 miles electrical efficiency in city cycle Plugging in daily is key to high-mileage performance WARREN, Mich. - The Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle is expected to achi ... Continue reading
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