Sep 7, 2007
AMG At Forty By Carey Russ Two guys in a garage... it's the proverbial American high-tech success story. It's also the background of AMG, now Mercedes Car Group's wholly-owned high-performance subsidiary. Forty years ago, AMG was, in the then-new company's own words, made of "engineering, construction, and testing spec ... Continue reading
Chrysler LLC Continues Record Streak of Certified Pre-owned Vehicle (CPOV) Sales in August 2007
Sep 7, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 7 -- Chrysler LLC reported that its Five Star(R) dealers sold a new record of 10,204 Certified Pre-owned Vehicles (CPOV) in August 2007, a 5 percent increase from August 2006 sales of 9,713 units. For the month, Chrysler brand sales dipped 3 percent to 3,201 units; Jeep(R) brand sales spiked ... Continue reading
2008 Mazda3 S Touring 4-door Review
Sep 7, 2007
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS The Mazda3 may not get the publicity and instant recognition that follow the MX-5 Miata and RX-8 sports cars, or the company's growing fleet of fleet-footed and sporty crossovers like the CX-7 and CX-9, but that doesn't seem to matter where it really matters. The Mazda3 is Mazda's ... Continue reading
FreedomRoads Acquires Venture Out RV
Sep 7, 2007
CHICAGO--FreedomRoads, LLC, the nationâs largest RV and outdoor retailer, today announced that it has acquired Venture Out RV in Bakersfield, California adding to the fast growing retailerâs strong presence in the market. This area of California is an important market for the company. FreedomRoads operates se ... Continue reading
Consumers Name Mercedes-Benz 'Best Overall Prestige Brand' in Kelley Blue Book Brand Watch Study
Sep 7, 2007
Luxury Car Maker Also Earns 'Best Exterior Styling in the Luxury SUV Segment' MONTVALE, N.J., Sept. 7 -- Mercedes-Benz took two of the top rankings in Kelley Blue Book Marketing Research's second quarter consumer automotive perceptions research study, Brand Watch. The report, which surveys thousands of new car shoppers ... Continue reading
Sep 7, 2007
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Pennsylvania RV Show attendees will see the debut of three of Winnebago Industries, Inc.âs newest product offerings, September 12-14 in Hershey, Penn. The full lineup of Itasca products will include the one-of-a-kind 2008 Itasca Navion iQ and the totally redesigned Itasca Meridian, while the imp ... Continue reading
Worldwide Sales Lift German Auto Giants
Sep 7, 2007
Atlanta September 7, 2007; Luxury automakers BMW, Audi, and Mercedes reported healthy sales increases for August on Friday, with demand from Asia and the U.S. driving the gains. BMW AG, the industry's top luxury car company, said its global sales rose 13 percent last month from a year ago, with 99,755 BMW, Mini and Rol ... Continue reading
2007 Frankfurt Auto Show - New Ford Kuga Crossover Previewed
Sep 7, 2007
Ford Kuga COLOGNE, Germany, September 5, 2007 â Ford is releasing the first details of its new Kuga crossover at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, where the car will be previewed ahead of production early in 2008. The Kuga will be previewed alongside the new Ford Verve Concept small car and other exciting new product ... Continue reading
New Porsche Cayenne® GTS Debuts at the IAA in Frankfurt
Sep 7, 2007
ATLANTA--Porsche underlines the real sporty edge of its successful Cayenne series with the addition of a new model to be unveiled at the Frankfurt International Auto Show next week and going on sale in 2008: the Cayenne GTS boasts a specially developed chassis with permanent all-wheel drive, a V8 engine that offers a s ... Continue reading
Audi Announces Celebrity Attendees of Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle
Sep 7, 2007
- Audi and Best Buddies Team up for First Fund-Raising Event of Partnership - Rob Lowe to Drive Audi RS Friendship Pace Car AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 7 -- Audi, in conjunction with Best Buddies International today announced the anticipated celebrity attendees at this year's Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle o ... Continue reading
Chrysler Appoints Phil F. Murtaugh CEO -- Asia Operations
Sep 7, 2007
-- Reports to Michael M. Manley, Executive Vice President -- International Sales -- Growth in International Markets Key to Recovery and Transformation Plan AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 7 -- Chrysler LLC today named Philip Murtaugh as CEO -- Asia Operations. In this role, Murtaugh will be responsible for all of Chrysler's ... Continue reading
The New Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Estate Unveiled
Sep 7, 2007
Unique high-performance estate Following in the Saloonâs footsteps, the C 63 AMG Estate is now also due to be launched. Under the bonnet with its distinctive power domes, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine delivers effortless acceleration. The high-revving naturally aspirated engine sets the benchmark in this segment wit ... Continue reading
Volkswagen set to unveil versatile new Caddy Maxi Life
Sep 7, 2007
Frankfurt September 6, 2007; Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is set to unveil the versatile new seven seat Caddy Maxi Life at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. Forging a link between the larger Transporter model the new Caddy Maxi Life, despite its modest dimensions, is capable of carrying up to seven people in comfort ... Continue reading
Volvo ReCharge Concept: Plug-in hybrid with battery-only range of 100 km
Sep 7, 2007
Gothenbourg September 6, 2007; Volvo Cars is introducing the Volvo ReCharge Concept, a plug-in hybrid with individual electric wheel motors and batteries that can be recharged via a regular electrical outlet for maximum environmental benefit. Recharging allows the car to be driven about 100 kilometres on battery power ... Continue reading
62nd Frankfurt International Motor Show
Sep 7, 2007
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