Toyota Expands Engine Line-Up for New Avensis
Aug 5, 2009
Toyota has expanded its engine line-up for new Avensis, introducing two new units that further strengthen the fuel efficiency and emissions performance achieved across the range. ... Continue reading
Lexus HS 250h Causing Internet Buzz
Aug 5, 2009
by Bill Kwong The internet is buzzing with Lexus HS 250h excitement and observations, and it has been reported that the HS 250h is a Lexus version of the Toyota Prius. That is far from the truth. All Toyota and Lexus hybrids use the series/parallel hybrid system, but thatâs where the similarity ends between the To ... Continue reading
Telematics: ATX Launches New Toyota, Lexus Connected Vehicle Program
Aug 5, 2009
DALLAS, Aug. 5 -- ATX Group, a leading provider of connected vehicle (telematics) services to global automobile manufacturers, announced today the launch this week of the new Toyota/Lexus Safety Connect(TM) program on select Model Year 2010 Toyota and Lexus models in the U.S. The program marks the introduction of locat ... Continue reading
Mazda 'MX-5 Superlight version' Show Car to Premiere at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show
Aug 5, 2009
Hiroshima, Aug 5, 2009; The Mazda MX-5 Superlight version, a show car capturing the pure essence of the world's most popular roadster, will see its world premiere at the 63rd Frankfurt Motor Show, which will be held from September 15 through 27, 2009. After 20 years of global success, the Mazda MX-5 is the best-selling ... Continue reading
The New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate: Intelligent (E)state-of-the-art
Aug 5, 2009
From November 2009, Mercedes-Benz is launching the Estate version as another highly distinctive member of the E-Class family. Like the Saloon and Coupé, the Estate, which is available now, combines unique design with leadership in safety, comfort, quality and practicality. ... Continue reading
Mazda 'MX-5 Superlight version' Show Car to Premiere at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show
Aug 5, 2009
The Mazda MX-5 Superlight version, a show car capturing the pure essence of the worldâs most popular roadster, will see its world premiere at the 63rd Frankfurt Motor Show, which will be held from September 15 through 27, 2009. ... Continue reading
Nissan DUALIS Plus Wider Appeal: Four Wheels Good, Two Wheels.....Good
Aug 5, 2009
Overview Nissan extends the appeal of the DUALIS model range, adding a new 2WD version and simplifying the DUALIS AWD line-up. Standard specifications improve and prices now start at a highly competitive $24,990 (plus dealer delivery and on road costs.) ... Continue reading
Schnitzer Steel Gains Momentum in its "Clunkers" Recycling Program
Aug 5, 2009
PORTLAND, Ore.--The Clunkers Recycling Dealer Program set up by Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. and its Auto Parts Business subsidiaries GreenLeaf Auto Recyclers and Pick-N-Pull Auto Dismantlers has gained a significant positive response from new car dealerships receiving trade-ins of âclunkerâ vehicles th ... Continue reading
Aug 4, 2009
NEW YORK, Aug. 4 -- SIRIUS XM Radio announced today that Audi will offer its customers an introductory three-month trial offer of the "SIRIUS Everything" package upon the purchase of all SIRIUS-equipped certified pre-owned Audi vehicles sold in the U.S. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO) A ... Continue reading
A No Vote on More Cash-for-Clunkers Funding is Declaration of War on Small Business
Aug 4, 2009
By Cliff Banks WardsAuto.com, Aug 3, 2009 1:09 PM CommentaryThe U.S. Senate will make a choice this week, either to keep cash-for-clunkers alive and support small businesses or unwittingly declare war on small business by killing the stimulus package, while righteously attesting to misguided, ill-informed ideals. Some ... Continue reading
Automotive Materials Life Cycle Assessment Model Released for Use
Aug 4, 2009
Updated model evaluates the total vehicle life cycle impact of materials, powertrains, fuels and their sources, total energy consumed SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 4 -- WorldAutoSteel has released a second iteration of the automotive materials parametric Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) model, which allows for broader evaluations ... Continue reading
2010 Ford Taurus Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick award
Aug 4, 2009
The 2010 Ford Taurus, a large family car, is the Institute's newest 2009 Top Safety Pick award winner. To qualify for Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must earn the highest rating of good in the Institute's front, side, and rear tests and be equipped with electronic stability control. Criteria to win are tough because the aw ... Continue reading
GM Canada July 2009 Sales Results
Aug 4, 2009
OSHAWA, ONTARIO August 4, 2009; For July 2009, General Motors of Canada dealers delivered 19,663 units, down 41.9% from a year ago. "Our July performance is mainly attributed to reduced vehicle inventory levels at our GM dealers across the country," says Marc Comeau, GM of Canada's vice-president of sales, service and ... Continue reading
Aug 4, 2009
WASHINGTON, Aug 4, 2009; Richard Cowan writing for Reuters reported that legislation to inject more money into a popular "cash-for-clunkers" program aimed at increasing U.S. automobile sales will pass the Senate before the start of a month-long recess at the end of this week, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said on T ... Continue reading
AIADA Reports Cash for Clunkers Boosted July 2009 Sales
Aug 4, 2009
The governmentâs popular Car Allowance Rebate System, better known as Cash for Clunkers, is credited with boosting sales through July, resulting in the best numbers in 11 months. âSales may still be down 12 percent from a year ago, but theyâre up 16 percent from June,â said AIADA President Cody Lusk ... Continue reading
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