Mazda Marks 40 Million Units of Cumulative Vehicle Production in Japan
Jul 17, 2007
HIROSHIMA, Japan, July 16 -- Mazda Motor Corporation today reached 40 million units of cumulative production in Japan during a commemorative ceremony at its Ujina Plant No. 2 near Mazda's headquarters in Hiroshima. Mazda's Representative Director, Chairman of the Board, President and CEO, Hisakazu Imaki, together with ... Continue reading
Jul 16, 2007
Toyota, Honda, Ford and Nissan Have the Most Models in the Top 30 of the Automotive Environmental Index WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., July 16 -- As consumers become more realistic about the fuel efficiency capabilities of hybrid vehicles, the percentage of new-vehicle shoppers who are considering a hybrid has declined, acc ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Revs Up for All-New 2008 C-Class Launch
Jul 16, 2007
The C Drive Tour to Hit the Road with Exciting New Sedan MONTVALE, N.J., July 16 -- Gearing up for its August retail launch, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is taking its long-awaited, new-generation C-Class sedan on the road to allow some 30,000 potential buyers to get an advance preview of the new vehicle and put it throug ... Continue reading
Acura Dealers Ranked Highest by 2007 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index(SM)
Jul 16, 2007
Annual auto industry benchmarking study identifies which dealerships treat car shoppers best PACIFIC GROVE, Calif., July 16 -- Acura dealerships ranked highest in the newly released 2007 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index(SM) Auto Industry Study, an industry-first study that measures how consumers are treated when ... Continue reading
Porsche® To Unveil New Powerhouse 911® GT2 at Frankfurt Motor Show
Jul 16, 2007
ATLANTA--With a stunning 530 turbocharged horsepower and the most revolutionary design in the industry, Porsche will reveal its most powerful production 911 ever on September 11, 2007 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Based on the current 911 Turbo, the 911 GT2 will easily ascend to lead the impressive Porsche family of veh ... Continue reading
Audi Debuts U.S. Driving Experience
Jul 16, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 16 -- Would you like to improve your driving skills and put them to test in a $100,000 sports car? Audi of America, Inc. and Emotive Group will give consumers that chance, as part of the new Audi driving experience that kicks-off with a five-city tour in Miami this month. (Logo: http://www.new ... Continue reading
Volvo Treasury Chooses Sweden as Home Member State
Jul 16, 2007
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: Volvo Treasury AB has chosen Sweden as its home member state in accordance with the Swedish Securities Exchange and Clearing Operations Act. This means that Volvo Treasury will disclose information about its debt instruments listed on exchanges in Stockholm, Luxembourg and Paris in a ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (EL TORO) - Steve O'Blenes Wins the REV IT UP 2007 El Toro Event
Jul 16, 2007
- Regional Champion Takes Title in Second Stop of Six-City National Driving Competition; Now Leading National Points Race With Ultimate Grand Prize of a 2008 Corvette - IRVINE, CA - July 16, 2007: It came down to the wire at the second and largest Rev It UpTM 2007 event. After three days of intense racing with more tha ... Continue reading
Jul 16, 2007
Tuscaloosa, Alabama (USA) â Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. (MBUSI) yesterday celebrated the ten year production anniversary of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class. At the event, Alabama Governor Bob Riley, Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of DaimlerChrysler AG and Head of the Mercedes Car Group, as well as Plant Manager ... Continue reading
Exclusive Special Anniversary Series: M-Class "Edition 10": Top Seller in Tiptop Shape
Jul 16, 2007
STUTTGART/TUSCALOOSA - July 16, 2007: Mercedes-Benz is celebrating the 10th birthday of its successful M-Class, the top-selling premium SUV with 850,000 units to its name. To mark the occasion, Mercedes-Benz is bringing out the attractive special "Edition 10" model. The specification includes 20-inch wheels, bi‑x ... Continue reading
Brits Drive Away This July In A Citroën C2 Airplay+ For Just $200* A Month
Jul 16, 2007
LONDON - July 16, 2007: Specifically designed to help younger drivers get their foot on the motoring ladder, Citroën has just introduced a fiercely attractive, £99 a month finance deal on the fun and funky C2 Airplay+, equipped with a latest generation iPod nano. The promotion makes it even easier for buyers to get b ... Continue reading
Ford of Europe 1H 2007 Sales Rise
Jul 15, 2007
COLOGNE , July 13, 2007 â Ford of Europe's acclaimed new models continue to make an impact in the market, contributing to increased sales in June and the first half of the year. With strong performances across its model range, Ford of Europe's sales in the first-half of 2007 increased by 4.6 percent, to 952,500, r ... Continue reading
Report Says Ford Considering Selling Volvo Cars Business
Jul 15, 2007
LONDON July 15, 2007; Mathieu Robbins writing for Reuters reported that U.S. automaker Ford Motor Co. is considering selling its Volvo Cars business as it assesses the future of its European operations, a source familiar with the matter said on Sunday. The review of Volvo was still at a very early stage and may not res ... Continue reading
2007 Isuzu i-370 Crew Cab 4WD Review
Jul 15, 2007
THE AUTO PAGE by JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Isuzu i-370 Crew Cab 4WD Engine: 3.7-liter L5 Horsepower/Torque: 242 hp @ 5600 rpm/242 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm Transmission: 4-speed automatic Wheelbase: 125.9 in. Length x Width x Height: 207.1 x 68.6 x 64.9 in. Tires: P265/75R15 Maximum payload: 1,516 lbs. Economy: 16 mpg ... Continue reading
2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 4X4 Review
Jul 15, 2007
THE AUTO PAGE by JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Dodge Nitro R/T 4X4 Engine: 4.0-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 255 hp @ 5800 rpm/275 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic with manual mode Wheelbase: 108.8 in. Length x Width x Height: 178.9 x 73.1 x 69.9 in. Tires: P235/65R17 Cargo volume: 65.2 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
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