GM-Student Challenge X Competition Generates More Than Winning Team - VIDEO STORY
Jun 9, 2007
DETROIT - June 9, 2008: After three-years of competing in the "Challenge X: Crossover to Sustainable Mobility" challenge, a team from the University of Mississippi has been dubbed the victors. The competition, which is sponsored by General Motors and the U.S. Department of Energy, asked students throughout the U.S. to ... Continue reading
Volvo Capitalizes on Booming Car Industry in China - VIDEO STORY
Jun 9, 2007
GOTHENBURG - June 9, 2007: Many car companies are expanding their operations in China as the number of passenger cars being sold continues to grow at record levels. Some reports suggest 8.5 million cars will be sold in China in 2007 alone. To meet this demand, Volvo Cars has increased its sales by 60.5 percent in the f ... Continue reading
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jun 9, 2007
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS With the exception of a small coterie of rabid Lancer Evo rally-replica fans, Mitsubishi has been notably absent from most people's notice in recent years. Times turned tough for the Japanese manufacturer, for a variety of reasons. But, as has been shown by other automakers, the ke ... Continue reading
Chrysler exceeds buyout target for UAW workers
Jun 8, 2007
DETROIT, June 8, 2007; Reuters treported that Chrysler Group has exceeded its initial target for the number of factory workers willing to take buyouts to leave the automaker as part of a turnaround effort, a person familiar with the matter said on Friday. About 6,400 hourly workers represented by the United Auto Worker ... Continue reading
Jun 8, 2007
WASHINGTON â A new study by four leading researchers concludes that a significant increase in fuel-economy standards for vehicles is achievable without affecting vehicle safety. The study, which was released at a major policy briefing by the International Council on Clean Transportation, provides critical insights ... Continue reading
Toyota Allowed to Join European Auto Makers Lobby
Jun 8, 2007
FRANKFURT, June 8, 2007; Reuters reported that Japan's Toyota Motor Corp will become a full member of the European automotive industry association ACEA starting in January, the lobby group said on Friday. "We welcome Toyota Motor Europe (TME) in our midst and are convinced TME will make a valuable contribution to the w ... Continue reading
Nissan Reports May Sales in Europe
Jun 8, 2007
TRAPPES, France, June 8 -- Nissan Europe reported total sales of 50,083 vehicles (X) in May 2007, an increase of 3.6% compared to the same month last year. The success of Nissan's compact crossover, QASHQAI, continues with an impressive order bank which has now reached 60,000 units. Despite the run-out phase of the cur ... Continue reading
Auto Industry Touts Repair Resolution
Jun 8, 2007
Sen. Hardy Resolution Clarifies Industry Responsibility CARSON CITY, Nev., June 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers and the Automotive Service Association applauded Senator Warren Hardy for his efforts to ensure that consumers ... Continue reading
Volvo Adventure Awards "Bright Youngsters" for Environmental Efforts - VIDEO STORY
Jun 8, 2007
GOTHENBURG - June 8, 2007: Only two years ago, Indonesia was given the unenviable title of the dirtiest country in the world by the World Health Organisation, but today, two 15-year-old students from Surabaya in Indonesia have helped turn the tables by winning the prestigious Volvo Adventure World Final in Gothenburg. ... Continue reading
Ford Quality(Job One) Shows Up in 2007 J.D. Power Customer Survey
Jun 8, 2007
Ford Motor Company has the most top-quality vehicles in the industry, according to a customer-based initial quality survey released today by J.D. Power and Associates. Ford Motor Company wins 14 vehicle honors, more than any other automaker. Five vehicles are top segment performers. Fordâs recently launched vehicl ... Continue reading
koda Vehicles Manufactured In Shanghai Are Already On The Way To Customers
Jun 8, 2007
SHANGHAI - June 8, 2007: A magnificent gala presentation held in Shanghai on Wednesday launched the sales of koda vehicles manufactured in China. The first koda Octavias have already been taken over by customers. koda Auto is entering the world's second biggest automotive market as the sales of new vehicles conti ... Continue reading
Citroën C4 Sedan: Elegance, Comfort and Technology - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jun 8, 2007
PARIS - June 8, 2007: Citroen will bring the C4 Sedan to market in several European countries beginning the last quarter of 2007. This vehicle expands the existing C4 range, made up of a 5-door hatchback and a coupé. The sedan, based on the C4 platform, features a longer wheelbase to maximise space at the rear, alon ... Continue reading
Jun 8, 2007
Why Your Car Has Lousy Gas Mileage Despite Big Technological Advances in Auto Design, Fuel Efficiency Has Stagnated Since the 1970s By JONATHAN WELSH With summer driving season on the horizon, more consumers are taking a closer look at the fuel efficiency of their cars and wondering why they get such lousy mileage. Aft ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Repeats as Best Full-Line Corporation in Strategic Vision Study
Jun 8, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 7 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that they have been named the best-full line manufacturer by Strategic Vision for the second consecutive year and the Rabbit was rated the top vehicle in its class in the annual Strategic Vision Total Quality Index(TM)(TQI), which measures new v ... Continue reading
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