Dec 17, 2009
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 17 -- -- Company Is Delivering on the Promise of the Fiat-Chrysler Strategic Alliance, says Chrysler Group CEO Marchionne -- A Significant Step to Grow and Diversify State's Economy, says Michigan Governor Granholm Chrysler Group LLC will invest $179 million to launch production of an advanced ... Continue reading
Dec 17, 2009
SEE ALSO: Exclusive Coverage of BMW Concept ActiveE Press Conference SEE ALSO: Is The Electric Car Push Oversold? Asks CNBC Woodcliff Lake, NJ â December 16, 2009, 6pm EST⦠Introducing the BMW Concept ActiveE, the latest electric vehicle project under BMW Groupâs initiative to produce vehicles that explo ... Continue reading
Tesla Motors Opens South Florida Store
Dec 17, 2009
DANIA BEACH, Fla.--Tesla Motors, the only automaker producing highway-capable EVs will open its doors in Dania Beach on Thursday and offer test drives of the worldâs leading electric vehicle throughout the weekend. âSouth Florida is a strong market and strategic base for Tesla,â said Tesla CEO Elon Musk. ... Continue reading
Beautiful Earth Group Builds New York's First Solar-Powered Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Dec 17, 2009
NEW YORK, December 16 - Beautiful Earth Group, a New York-based sustainable energy company, today announced it has built New York's first solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging station. The solar-powered charging station is the first in New York City and one of only a few in the world. The charging station sits o ... Continue reading
Dec 17, 2009
R-Line equipment is already offered on seven Volkswagen models. Now the Passat CC is getting a sportier touch. Orders are now being taken for the four-door coupé with R-Line package. ... Continue reading
The Freelander 2 'White & Black' Special Editions for 2010
Dec 17, 2009
The Freelander 2 'White & Black' Special Editions are new entry-level additions to the Freelander 2 range for the 2010 model year, and will be on sale in January 2010, priced from £19,495 on-the-road. ... Continue reading
SEAT and Shakira Get Together Again
Dec 17, 2009
SEAT and Shakira have signed a collaboration agreement which sees the sporty Spanish car manufacturer become the main sponsor of the international pop star's forthcoming European tour. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Passat Named as Large Used Car of the Decade
Dec 17, 2009
The fifth generation Passat, produced between 1996 and 2005, has been awarded the coveted title of Large Used Car of the Decade by the used car valuation specialists, CAP. ... Continue reading
2010 Will Be a Pivotal Year for Electric Vehicles, According to Pike Research
Dec 17, 2009
BOULDER, Colo.--Hundreds of thousands of electric vehicles (EVs) will be driving the worldâs roadways within the next five years. While the full effects of this automotive revolution will take years to be realized in the mainstream market, its impact on auto manufacturers, battery makers, utilities, and smart grid ... Continue reading
Dec 17, 2009
WASHINGTON, Dec. 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As the new vehicle sales tax deduction nears its expiration date, shoppers looking to take advantage of the incentive should familiarize themselves with vehicle financing, says the Americans Well-informed on Auto Retailing Economics (AWARE). The Internal Revenue Service an ... Continue reading
All-New Special Edition 2010 Kia Ignition Soul
Dec 16, 2009
Sizzling Limited-Run Special Edition Soul Hits Dealer Showrooms - Ignition Soul offers scorching new color, prominent wheels and rally-inspired skin - Second in line of special edition Souls offers same value, safety and myriad personalization options as the original Kia Soul IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 16 -- Kia Motors Ameri ... Continue reading
Auto Sales May Rise 20% in U.S. on 'Enormous Pent-Up Demand'
Dec 16, 2009
Washington DC December 15, 2009; NADA reported that U.S. auto sales will rise 20 percent in 2010, buoyed by pent-up demand and stronger credit markets, as the industry starts recovering from its worst year in almost three decades, a researcher said. Deliveries will climb to 12.4 million from 10.3 million in 2008, the A ... Continue reading
2010 North American Car and Truck of the Year Finalists Announced
Dec 16, 2009
DETROIT, Dec. 16 -- A jury of 49 veteran automotive journalists has selected the Buick LaCrosse, Ford Fusion Hybrid and Volkswagen Golf/GTI as finalists for North American Car of the Year and the Chevrolet Equinox, Ford Transit Connect and Subaru Outback as finalists for North American Truck of the Year. The awards are ... Continue reading
December the Best Month to Buy a Car; Edmunds.com Lists Deals of the Month
Dec 16, 2009
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Itâs the busiest shopping season of the year and the very best month to get a discount on a new car or truck, according to Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. âIf youâre thinking of buying a vehicle anytime soon, move quickly since you can take a tax ... Continue reading
Volvo Building Electric Car Test Fleet - VIDEO STORY
Dec 16, 2009
GOTHENBURG - December 16, 2009: Volvo Cars presented a driveable electric car prototype in September 2009. The C30 now being shown in Detroit takes the company one step further in the development process. It features both a complete interior and full instrumentation, as well as enhanced battery packaging. The next step ... Continue reading
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