IntelliChoice.com Names Top Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Programs for 2008
Oct 26, 2007
LAS VEGAS--IntelliChoice.com (www.intellichoice.com), the leading provider of automotive cost and value analysis and part of Source Interlink Media, today announced the winners of its ninth annual ranking of certified pre-owned (CPO) manufacturer-sponsored programs. Overall, Volvo beat out Cadillac for the best Luxury ... Continue reading
Oct 26, 2007
- The Chrysler Foundation and Chrysler Financial to donate $100,000 each to The Rescue Task Force's California fire relief - Organization to provide support to California citizens in need and rural fire departments - Chrysler employees to travel to California to distribute supplies AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Chrys ... Continue reading
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: BMW Debuts a Diverse Offering of Cars and Technologies - VIDEO EHHANCED
Oct 26, 2007
TOKYO - October 25, 2007: The BMW Concept 1 Series tii, the fifth concept car presented by BMW in 2007, features lightweight materials, optimised aerodynamics and a race-inspired interior. The new BMW M3 Saloon is the second body version of the BMW M3, powered by the new 4.0-litre 309 kW/420 hp V8, which enables the ca ... Continue reading
Nissan contributes 329 million to Renault earnings
Oct 26, 2007
OCTOBER 26, 2007; Nissan today announced financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2007/2008 (April 1, 2007 â September 30, 2007). After restatement, the profit reported by Nissan for the second quarter of fiscal year 2007/2008 (July 1, 2007 â September 30, 2007) will make a positive contribution to ... Continue reading
Chrysler LLC Names New Chief Customer Officer
Oct 26, 2007
-- Douglas D. Betts to be 'advocate for the customer' -- Veteran quality executive joins Chrysler team AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Chrysler LLC today named 21- year quality assurance veteran Douglas D. Betts Vice President and Chief Customer Officer (CCO). This newly created role assumes responsibility for corporat ... Continue reading
Oct 26, 2007
Washington DC October 26, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that when it comes to design, Japanese automakers have long been known for thinking outside the box. So it should surprise no one that at the Tokyo auto show this week, Honda unveiled its Puyo concept car that has no sharp edges and is covered in soft silico ... Continue reading
BMW plans local production of new X3 in China
Oct 26, 2007
BMW plans local production of new X3 in China http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3700/BMW-plans-local-production-of-new-X3 -in-China.html Shanghai. October 26 (Gasgoo.com) German automaker BMW AG may have a plan to locally produce its new X3 in China by the second half of 2010. German magazine Auto Motor und Sport cited a B ... Continue reading
Chery's QQ Tops Subcompact Market in 13 Chinese Provinces
Oct 26, 2007
Chery's QQ tops subcompact market in 13 provinces http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3692/Chery-s-QQ-tops-subcompact-market-in -13-provinces.html Shanghai. October 26 (Gasgoo.com) - Chinese automaker Chery's subcompact car model, QQ, has aced in 13 out of 32 provinces or municipalities in China in January -August period, ac ... Continue reading
China sees fastest growing SUV market in September
Oct 26, 2007
China sees fastest growing SUV market in September http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3690/China-sees-fastest-growing-SUV-marke t-in-September.html Shanghai. October 26 (Gasgoo.com) Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) has become the fastest growing segment in Chinese automobile market. In September, a total volume of 34,500 SUV v ... Continue reading
Nissan Operating Profit Up 5.3% in FY07 First Half
Oct 26, 2007
TOKYO, October 26 -- - Revenue Up 11.7%, Strong Global Sales Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today announced financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2007, ending March 31, 2008, as well as second-quarter performance. In the six months through September, net income after tax totalled 212.4 billion yen (US $1.78 bill ... Continue reading
American Red Cross Recognizes Toyota USA for Lead Contribution to the California Wildfires
Oct 26, 2007
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Toyota announced today that it will be donating $2 million to the American Red Cross to support relief efforts for the California wildfires. This is one of the largest financial gifts the Red Cross has received for the California wildfires. Toyota is also donating Toyota l ... Continue reading
Infiniti Receives 2008 Luxury Brand Residual Value Award From Automotive Lease Guide (ALG)
Oct 26, 2007
Infiniti G Coupe and Sedan Also Receives Top Residual Value Award NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 25 -- Automotive Lease Guide (ALG) has announced that Infiniti has received its 2008 Luxury Brand Residual Value Award. In addition, Infiniti won the Near Luxury Residual Value Award for its Infiniti G Coupe and Sedan. Now in is ni ... Continue reading
Oct 25, 2007
- Ford Motor Company donates trucks and SUVs to Southern California fire departments - Ford Motor Company Fund contributes $100,000 to San Diego Red Cross - Ford Volunteer Corps will assist in ongoing the recovery effort - Ford Motor Credit Company is offering customers impacted by the wildfires the opportunity to dela ... Continue reading
Volkswagen CEO Announces New Executive Appointments and Brand Management Restructuring
Oct 25, 2007
Jacoby Adds Brand Leadership to Chief Executive Officer Responsibilities AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc., CEO Stefan Jacoby today announced new executive appointments and realignment of the Volkswagen brand executive management team, taking effect January 1, 2008. Jacoby will add the title o ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Forecasts October Auto Sales: Housing Market Woes Continue to Affect Car Sales
Oct 25, 2007
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--This month's new vehicle sales (including fleet sales) are expected to be 1.24 million units, a 2.4 percent increase from October 2006, according to Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. This October had 26 selling days, one more than October 2006. When adjusted for ... Continue reading
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