Sep 26, 2007
The Auto Channel is pleased to present an exclusive four-part series about the design and development of General Motor's latest concept vehicles. Webisode 4: In this final webisode GM's latest E-Flex platform, the Opel Flextreme, is revealed during the Frankfurt Motor Show. ... Continue reading
Honda's Next Generation Fit/Jazz to Debut at Tokyo Motor Show
Sep 26, 2007
Five Years and Still Going Strong TOKYO - September 26, 2007: The next generation Fit (sold as Jazz in European markets) will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show on 24 October, 2007. The car will go on sale in Japan in January 2008 but plans to bring the next generation model to the UK are still over 12 months away. Five yea ... Continue reading
Chinese Automaker to Import a $13,300 Lotus Sport Car by Year-End
Sep 26, 2007
SHANGHAI - September 26, 2007: Jinhua Neoplan, a subsidiary company of Zhejiang-based automaker Jinhua Youngman, plans to import the Lotus sports car at the end of November or even later, local Chinese newspapers reported today. The model, code named "Racer", will be priced at a little higher than 100,000 yuan (US$13,3 ... Continue reading
Sep 26, 2007
September 26, 2007 - Torrance CA - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., will launch a Safety Recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The campaign involves approximately 30,500 2007 and early 2008 Lexus ES 350 and 24,500 2007 and early 2008 Toyota Camry optional All Weather Floor Mats, ... Continue reading
Toyota Driving Expectations Offers Los Angeles-Area Teens New Approach to Driving Education
Sep 26, 2007
Program Teaches Teens and Parents Defensive Driving Techniques via Real-World Scenarios TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 25 -- One of the most important events in a teenager's life is obtaining a driver's license, but the leading cause of death for 16-to-20-year-olds is motor vehicle crashes. With distracted driving to blame fo ... Continue reading
Sensata Technologies Offers Pressure Sensing Solutions for Gasoline Direct Injection System
Sep 26, 2007
Sensor Provides Significant Fuel Economy Improvements on an Array of Fuels ATTLEBORO, Mass., Sept. 25 -- As the automotive market continues to see the expansion of multi-port gasoline injection systems to boost fuel economy and improve engine efficiency, Sensata Technologies (http://www.sensata.com/) is increasing its ... Continue reading
Sep 26, 2007
<http://www.altwheels.org/> *Creating a Sustainable Transportation & Energy Vision for the 21^st Century* www.AltWheels.org <http://www.altwheels.org/> __* For Immediate Release * *Contacts*: /Event Founder: /Alison Sander 617-868-1582 info@altwheels.org <mailto:Alison%20Sander%20%3cInfo@AltWheels.org%3e> /Event Media: ... Continue reading
Machinists Support UAW Strikers at General Motors
Sep 26, 2007
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) joins with all of organized labor in supporting the United Auto Workers (UAW) strike against General Motors. "Their fight is our fight," said IAM International President Tom Buffenbarger. "Job securit ... Continue reading
Senior Management Changes at Nissan North America
Sep 26, 2007
Ben Poore to Become Vice President, Marketing Communications NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 25 -- Effective Oct. 8, 2007 Ben Poore will become Vice President, Marketing Communications, Nissan North America, Inc., replacing Jan Thompson who left the company. Poore will be based at the company's headquarters in Nashville, TN. H ... Continue reading
Toyota to Stage U.S. Premiere of 2009 Corolla and Matrix at 2007 SEMA Show
Sep 25, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 25 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. (TMS), Inc. will stage the U.S. premiere of the all-new 2009 Corolla and Matrix at a press conference at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, held October 30 - November 3, 2007 in Las Vegas. Originally launched in 1966, Corolla first arriv ... Continue reading
Frankfurt 2007: Nissan Intros its Cute Sporty MIXIM Concept - VIDEO FEATURE
Sep 25, 2007
FRANKFURT - Nissan is featuring a new concept car, along with a number of redesigns for 2008, at the 62nd International Motor Show in Frankfurt, Germany. Central seating and running on electricity are two features of Nissanâs Mixim. Drivers of the vehicle sit centrally, with passenger seats on either side, and use ... Continue reading
Rock Star Steven Tyler Launches Red Wing Motorcycle Company
Sep 25, 2007
LOUDON, N.H.--Steven Tyler, in collaboration with Mark Dirico and AC Custom Motorcycles, today launched Red Wing Motorcycle Company. Red Wing Motorcycles are the fusion of rock and roll artistry and superior engineering. Imbued with Tylerâs sense of style, each motorcycle is as comfortable to ride as it is sexy. T ... Continue reading
Porsche Lowers Canadian Pricing for 2008 Models Compared to 2007
Sep 25, 2007
ATLANTA--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. announced that it will lower prices in Canada by more than 10 percent on its 2008 models compared to prices and standard equipment on its 2007 lineup. âWe cannot ignore our customers and dealers in Canada who can look to the U.S. and recognize a substantial price differenc ... Continue reading
Light Designs in Cars to Pave Route to Safety and Beauty - VIDEO STORY
Sep 25, 2007
DETROIT - September 25, 2007: General Motors (GM) is reporting new light designs, both in and outside of its vehicles, are serving a dual purpose: providing safety and beauty. One lighting scheme, entitled âJeweled,â is a set of clear headlamps designed to give the car a more three-dimensional look. However, ... Continue reading
Volvo Participates in Swedish-Russian Seminar for Increased Traffic Safety
Sep 25, 2007
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: Volvo Trucks and Volvo Cars are participating today in a seminar in Moscow on traffic safety. The Transport Ministers of both Russia and Sweden are attending and the event is being organised by the Swedish Export Council in Russia. Sweden is the leader when it comes to traffic safety ... Continue reading
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