Peugeot 207 Gets New 6-Speed Gearbox and New Euro 5 HDi Diesel Engine
Apr 7, 2010
The Peugeot 207 hatchback and SW now have extra "six appeal" with the introduction of a new 6-Speed manual gearbox and a new Euro 5 HDi diesel engine. ... Continue reading
FG Falcon Upgrade Delivers More Equipment and Better Fuel Economy
Apr 7, 2010
Ford Australia today announced a significant upgrade to its award-winning FG Falcon, with the new range boasting more equipment and better fuel economy, as well as compliance with the upcoming Euro IV emissions regulations. ... Continue reading
Apr 7, 2010
Subaru achieved record March sales of 3679 vehicles, according to official VFACTS figures released today ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi's i-MiEV Electric Vehicle - on Track in Australia
Apr 7, 2010
Mitsubishi's innovative electric vehicle, the i-MiEV, has been the centre of attention for the company over the last twelve months, both here in Australia and on the global automotive stage. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Reveals Hybrid and Turbo Versions of New i45
Apr 7, 2010
At the New York Auto Show in North America, Hyundai Motor Company has announced that its all-new i45 sedan - known as Sonata in North America - will be the first vehicle in that market to offer customers a choice of petrol direct injection (GDI), full-hybrid and twin-scroll turbocharged powertrains. ... Continue reading
International Automakers Dismiss California Greenhouse Gas Emissions Lawsuits
Apr 6, 2010
ARLINGTON, Va., April 6 - The Association of International Automobile Manufacturers (AIAM) issued the following statement by its President and CEO, Michael J. Stanton, regarding lawsuits challenging California's motor vehicle greenhouse gas emission standards. "Today, AIAM and the rest of the auto industry have cause t ... Continue reading
Dodge Pulls Skin Off 2010 Viper SRT10 Final Edition Models - VIDEO ENHANCED
Apr 6, 2010
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 6 -- To celebrate the final year of production for the current-generation Dodge Viper, Dodge is building a limited production run of just 50 2010 Viper SRT10 "Final Edition" models. Available in Coupe, Roadster and ACR (American Club Racer) model configurations, each Final Edition Viper exter ... Continue reading
UPS Deploys 200 Hybrid Electric Vehicles - VIDEO ENHANCED
Apr 6, 2010
ATLANTA--UPS today announced its fleet of alternative-fuel vehicles had expanded with the deployment of 200 next-generation hybrid electric delivery trucks in eight U.S. cities. The wide variety of technologies in our green fleet is indicative of UPS "rolling laboratory" philosophy to energy efficiency and reduced fuel ... Continue reading
Toyota's Statement on NHTSA Penalty Announcement
Apr 6, 2010
Torrence CA April 6, 2010; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) received notice from NHTSA on April 5 (in the United States) that NHTSA is seeking a civil penalty. TMC is now considering its response. Toyota has and will continue to practice its philosophy of satisfying consumers with high quality vehicles that are safe and ... Continue reading
First U.S. Demonstration of Honda U3-X Personal Mobility Prototype in New York - VIDEO ENHANCED
Apr 6, 2010
NEW YORK--Honda today held the first U.S. demonstration of the company's U3-X personal mobility prototype, first introduced at the Tokyo Motor Show in October of last year. The three-day debut event will run through April 8 at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square. A second demonstration will be held Apri ... Continue reading
Chevrolet: World's Biggest Record Player (On Wheels)
Apr 6, 2010
An upturned modified car with wheels that serve as turntables has been developed by a team of Buckinghamshire engineers to create the world's biggest record player and the most mobile of mobile discos. ... Continue reading
Citroens C5 Range Updated With Greener & Leaner Performance
Apr 6, 2010
The 1.6HDi 110hp engine in Citroen's C5 range has been re-homologated and now offers improved fuel efficiency, lower CO2 emissions and free first year VED. ... Continue reading
Switch and Save - The Chevrolet Way!
Apr 6, 2010
The government-backed scrappage scheme may have come to an end, but that doesn't mean Chevrolet customers will miss out, thanks to a new incentive launched by the brand... ... Continue reading
Subaru Adds Club Spec 10 in 2010
Apr 6, 2010
Subaru, Subaru Australia, Impreza WRX ... Continue reading
Volkswagen BlueMotion-models Win World Green Car-Award
Apr 6, 2010
At the New York International Auto Show in Manhattan, the Volkswagen BlueMotion-models was declared the 2010 World Green Cars. ... Continue reading
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