Jan 24, 2006
TOYAMA, Japan--Jan. 24, 2006--YouAreWell, Inc. (Toyama, Japan, CEO Masa Kawamukai) has begun worldwide sales of MOVING POWER, which can cut CO2 in gas emissions by as much as 15%. Pressure on the automotive industry will continue to mount as reducing CO2 emissions grows as a global concern. MOVING POWER reduces CO2 fro ... Continue reading
Toyota to Boost Pickup Truck Production in Mexico
Jan 24, 2006
(JCN) Jan 23, 2006 - Toyota Motor announced its plan to increase Tacoma pickup truck production at Toyota Motor Manufacturing de Baja California (TMMBC) in Tijuana, Mexico, on January 23. Toyota will invest $37 million to raise the pickup truck output capacity from the current 30,000 to 50,000 units by 2007. Plans also ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Approves Use of B20 in 2007 Dodge Ram Pickup Trucks
Jan 24, 2006
National Biodiesel Board Applauds Automaker's Expanded Support for 20 Percent Biodiesel JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Jan. 23 -- The National Biodiesel Board (NBB) welcomed DaimlerChrysler's decision to approve the use of B20, a blend of 20 percent biodiesel and 80 percent regular diesel fuel, in its Dodge Ram pickup trucks for ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Notes Record Sales For Commercial Vehicles In 2005
Jan 24, 2006
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 23, 2006 at 10:30 AM CST Ladies and gentlemen, it's that time of day again... the time of day when we get to take an informative, in-depth look at everyone's favorite - financial reports. Today, the lucky winner is the commercial vehicles sector of DaimlerChrysler, who noted a ... Continue reading
Jan 23, 2006
CONSUMER REPORTS’ BEST & WORST SUVs PUBLICATION NAMES GAS-GUZZLING AND FUEL-SIPPING VEHICLES Ford Escape Hybrid, Lexus RX400h rated best in fuel economy for small, midsized SUVs YONKERS, NY – Consumer Reports’ Best & Worst SUVs, Trucks, Minivans, Wagons 2006 identifies gas-guzzling and fuel-sipping sp ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Expands Use of Biodiesel Fuel in Dodge Ram Pickup Trucks
Jan 20, 2006
* B20 Biodiesel Approved for Government, Military and Commercial Fleets * Next Step Toward Making Clean, Renewable Biofuels An Option for All Diesel Owners * Extending the Environmental Benefits of Modern Clean Diesel Technology AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 20 -- DaimlerChrysler will expand the use of clean, renewable bio ... Continue reading
Change in Management at the Mercedes-Benz Vans Business Unit
Jan 19, 2006
Stuttgart, Jan 19, 2006 The DaimlerChrysler Board of Management has appointed Wilfried Porth (46), previously President and CEO of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation, as Head of the Mercedes-Benz Vans Business Unit effective from April 1, 2006. Porth succeeds Dr. Rolf Bartke (59), who is retiring after 25 years ... Continue reading
XATANET Expands Into New Verticals in First Quarter
Jan 19, 2006
New Verticals include Pet Products, Auto Parts, Baked Goods and Specialty Food Distribution MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 19 -- XATA Corporation , the leader in onboard fleet management systems for private fleet transportation, announced the company has expanded into several new industry verticals with its XATANET fleet management ... Continue reading
2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 Review
Jan 18, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 4WD SLE1 ENGINE: 6.0-liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 345 hp @ 5200 rpm/380 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 4-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 143.5 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 227.5 x 78.5 x 72.6 in. TIRES: P265/70R17 MAXIMUM PAYLOAD: 1,913 lbs. ECONOM ... Continue reading
All-New Second-Generation Toyota Tundra to Make World Debut at 2006 Chicago Auto Show
Jan 18, 2006
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 17 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. will stage the world premiere of the all-new 2007 Tundra full-size pickup truck at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show. The Toyota Tundra was first introduced in 1999 as a 2000 model. Since then, it has won numerous awards and has been recognized for its value, ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck Brings Revolution(R) Composite Mixer Drum to Its Front-Discharge Concrete Mixer Line
Jan 17, 2006
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Jan. 17, 2006--Oshkosh Truck Corporation , announced today that its S-Series(TM) front-discharge concrete mixer truck is now available with the Revolution(R) composite mixer drum. Total weight savings compared to a similar-sized steel drum is a full 2,000 pounds, which provides an available payload unmat ... Continue reading
Jan 17, 2006
The new Ford Transit New Transit leads busy year for Ford of Europe product introductions Changing customer demands reflected in 2006 Transit Variants now include all-new low-roof medium wheelbase model Even better to drive; suspension changes means a better handling van with greater 'car-like' responses All new engine ... Continue reading
The Enthusiast Network Launches Diesel Truck World Website
Jan 11, 2006
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dan Sanchez, Vice President 951-371-8366 X26 dan@tenmagazines.com http://www.theenthusiastnetwork.com <http://www.theenthusiastnetwork.com/> THE ENTHUSIAST NETWORK LAUNCHES DIESEL TRUCK WORLD.COM WEBSITE CORONA, CA - The Enthusiast Network (TEN) recently launched a new websi ... Continue reading
Spartan Chassis Reports Record Fire Truck Orders in 2005
Jan 10, 2006
CHARLOTTE, Mich., Jan. 10 -- Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. , today reported record orders of its fire truck chassis for both the year and fourth quarter ended December 31, 2005. Spartan Chassis secured 808 new orders for fire truck chassis in 2005, a 39.8 percent increase over orders secur ... Continue reading
Jan 10, 2006
New Emission Requirements, Problematic Product Launches Have Negative Impact on Truck Satisfaction WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Jan. 9 -- Kenworth Truck Company ranks highest in customer satisfaction among conventional cab medium-duty trucks, as well as for dealer service satisfaction, while Hino Trucks leads in the cab-o ... Continue reading
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