Government to Suspend 'Cash for Clunkers' Program ...WHAT?
Jul 31, 2009
This seemingly riduculous story was just filed by the AP. The reason for the suspension of the program appears to be the concern that the program will actually be successful and the funds alotted to it will get used up. WASHINGTON (AP) - July 30, 2009: The government plans to suspend its popular "cash for clunkers" pro ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Pricing on 2010 Avalon, Yaris, Highlander, FJ Cruiser, RAV4, and Tacoma
Jul 31, 2009
TORRANCE, Calif., July 30 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2010 Avalon full-size sedan, Yaris subcompact, FJ Cruiser off-road sport utility vehicle (SUV), Highlander mid-size SUV, RAV4 compact SUV, and the Tacoma pickup truck. The 2010 mode ... Continue reading
NHTSA, DOT Announces Decision on Non-Qualified Turn-ins
Jul 30, 2009
SANTA MONICA, Calif. Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive consumer information, pressed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) yesterday for an answer on a common issue facing consumers from the Cash for Clunkers program. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has ruled that ... Continue reading
Suzuki Reveals New 2010 Kizashi Sedan
Jul 30, 2009
- Kizashi concept series culminates with world introduction of all-new Suzuki sport sedan. - Chic Kizashi production model to deliver Japanese quality and European flair. - North American Car of the Year contender to serve as halo vehicle for maturing Suzuki lineup. - Kizashi's exhilarating performance and driving expe ... Continue reading
Ford Says Cash For Clunkers Increasing Sales Sharply
Jul 30, 2009
DEARBORN, Mich., July 30 (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co (F.N) has seen a sharp increase in sales over the past week since its dealers began accepting trade-ins under the U.S. government's "cash for clunkers" incentive program, the automaker's U.S. sales chief said on Thursday. "We were having a strong month before (cash for ... Continue reading
Jul 30, 2009
On September 15, 2009, IAA Frankfurt Motor Show opens its gates to the press. A first for BMW Group: This year, all three brands are presented under one roof - in Hall 11 which today was officially opened by Frankfurt's Lord Mayor Petra Roth. Europe's most state-of-the-art exhibition hall can be reached directly from t ... Continue reading
Cash For Clunkers Funds Remaining As Of July 30, 2009
Jul 30, 2009
$854M Estimated funds remaining for all vehicles except for CAT3 Trucks. $75M Estimated funds remaining for CAT3 Trucks. Last update 7/30/2009 at 10am eastern time. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results
Jul 30, 2009
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) today announced its sales and financial results for the first quarter of the 2009 fiscal year ending March 31, 2010. ... Continue reading
Porsche Prepares Sale of Options
Jul 30, 2009
Porsche Automobil Holding SE, Stuttgart, is in advanced talks on the sale of the cash settled options with respect to Volkswagen shares to one or several investors. Amongst these investors is especially Qatar Holding LLC (QH) with whom talks about an investment in Porsche SE also is underway. ... Continue reading
Renault Announces First-Half Year Results
Jul 30, 2009
With markets worldwide in free fall, including in emerging countries, Group revenues stood at EUR 15,991 million in first-half 2009, down 23.7% (21.5% excluding currency effects) on the same period in 2008. ... Continue reading
Pop-Up Gallery And Art in Urban Areas: Smart Urban Stage in Sao Paulo
Jul 30, 2009
Following the Brazilian launch of the two-seater car in April of this year, smart provides local artists with an unconventional platform: the smart Urban Stage will take place in Sao Paulo from 27 August to 10 September 2009. ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Has the Most Satisfied Customers in the Premium Segment
Jul 30, 2009
Mercedes-Benz has the most satisfied customers in the premium segment: In the Service Satisfaction category of the latest J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Germany VOSS Study, the brand with the star ranks highest among the premium brands. ... Continue reading
Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd Announces the Expansion of Huadu Plant in Guangzhou
Jul 30, 2009
Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd (DFL), Nissan's local partner in China, today announced the expansion of the Huadu passenger vehicle plant in Guangzhou City, China, with acquisition of the land for building an additional production line. ... Continue reading
'Fortis' - Kumho's Eco-Friendly SUV with Previously Unattained Levels of Off/On-Road Capability
Jul 30, 2009
Kumho is a tyre manufacturer with a conscience. It produces millions of tyres for today's SUVs, but is acutely aware that such vehicles will have to change dramatically if they are to survive ever greener vehicular legislation. They will also have to provide a better balance of on- and off-road ability. The company has ... Continue reading
Outdoor Adventure On The X-TRAIL
Jul 30, 2009
The special limited production X-TRAIL Adventure Edition is based on an enhanced X-TRAIL ST 2.5 litre petrol model. It offers a choice of either six-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission. ... Continue reading
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