Honda Vietnam Inaugurates Its Second Motorcycle Plant
Sep 1, 2008
VIETNAM - September 1, 2008: Honda Vietnam formally held an Opening ceremony for its second motorcycle plant in Vinh Phuc province. The second factory is 300,000 square meters in area and is located right beside first factory in Vinh Phuc province. Additional facilities include test course, emission laboratories, welfa ... Continue reading
Sarah Palin's Choice of Vehicles Revealed
Aug 31, 2008
AUTO CENTRAL - August 31, 2008: More information was received yesterday about Sarah Palin's choice of automobiles. First, The Auto Channel's Rick Carlton (the person who uncovered pictures of Todd Palin driving a snowmobile), found an intriguing story about Sarah Palin being rear-ended while driving her Chevy Suburban ... Continue reading
Ford Tests Show Eco-Driving Can Improve Fuel Economy by Average Of 24 Percent
Aug 30, 2008
PHOENIX, AZ - August 30, 2008: Tests performed by Ford Motor Company show that motorists coached by eco-driving experts can significantly improve the fuel economy performance of their cars, trucks or SUVs. Eco-driving refers to specific driving behaviors that can improve fuel economy, save money, reduce greenhouse gas ... Continue reading
All New British-built Toyota Avensis to Make World Debut at 2008 Paris Motor Show
Aug 30, 2008
World premiere for Toyota's third generation flagship model; production-ready iQ and Urban Cruiser also on display LONDON - August 30, 2008: Taking centre stage on the Toyota stand Avensis has a sleek design that reflects the carâs strong and dynamic character. New Avensis is the third generation of the model to b ... Continue reading
Never Mind WHO Sarah Palin Is, WHAT Kind of Car Does She Drive?
Aug 29, 2008
AUTO CENTRAL - August 29, 2009: Since early this morning, when it was announced that Alaska Governor Sarah Palin would be John McCain's running mate, all the news media has been abuzz with "Who Is Sarah Palin?" Well, never mind who she is; a quick trip to Wikipedia answers that question. What we want to know is, What k ... Continue reading
First Sarah Palin EXPOSÉ Pictures Come In
Aug 29, 2008
AUTO CENTRAL - August 29, 2008: A short while ago we put out the call for information regarding the type of vehicle that Republican VP candidate Sarah Palin and her husband Todd drive, and the first results are in. In fact, they were submitted by The Auto Channel's very own Rick Carlton. Rick sent in the following two ... Continue reading
2008 Moscow Motor Show: Chrysler Looks for Russia to Become a Top Ten Market for its Vehicles
Aug 29, 2008
Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge sales grow faster in Russia than elsewhere in Europe Dodge is now the third-fastest growing brand in Russia Introduction of new Jeep Cherokee and new Dodge Journey to boost Chrysler presence in Russia even further MOSCOW - August 28, 2008: Chrysler LLC is set to accelerate the growing prese ... Continue reading
Hyundai's Focus on Safety Drives the i30 to Five-Star Euro NCAP Result - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 28, 2008
OFFENBACH, Germany - August 28, 2008: The Hyundai i30 hatchback has been awarded the maximum of five stars for adult occupant protection by Euro NCAP, Hyundai Motor Company announced. Assessed during the organisationâs latest round of testing, the i30 also achieved a four-star result for child occupant protection, ... Continue reading
StatoilHydro Makes Two New Oil Discoveries on the Norwegian Continental Shelf
Aug 28, 2008
August 28, 2008: The presence of a considerable oil column has been confirmed under the Dagny structure in the North Sea. Gas has been proven in the deep-water Snefrid South prospect near the Luva discovery in the Norwegian Sea. "Our exploration activity this year is very high, both on the NCS and internationally. The ... Continue reading
LoJack for Motorcycles Helps Columbus Auto Theft Unit Bust Motorcycle Theft Ring
Aug 28, 2008
Two Suspects Arrested; Two 2008 Suzuki Motorcycles, Parts and More Recovered WESTWOOD, Mass., Aug. 27 -- A LoJack For Motorcycles signal led the Columbus Police Auto Theft Unit and Ohio State Highway Patrol officials to a theft ring on Cottage Street in Lockbourne, Ohio on Tuesday, August 26. The operation enabled the ... Continue reading
Pony Emblem Gets New Look for 2010 Ford Mustang, Hints at More Chiseled Look of Upcoming Model
Aug 28, 2008
-- More-muscular, faster-looking Mustang pony emblem enhances grilles on new 2010 models -- New Mustang pony badge highlights attention to detail in design of new Mustang, which will be revealed later this year DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 27 -- Curious about what the 2010 Ford Mustang looks like? Its new pony badge offers a ... Continue reading
Aug 27, 2008
TOKYO - August 27, 2008: Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced a summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export results for the month of July 2008, including all-time records for production in regions outside Japan and worldwide for the month of July. Production Production in Japan for the month of July 2 ... Continue reading
2008 Moscow Motor Show: Citroën Increases Presence in Russian Car Market
Aug 27, 2008
MOSCOW - August 27, 2008: As a symbol of its growing commitment to the Russian vehicle market, Citroën has unveiled its new C4 hatchback and coupé models at this weekâs Moscow Motor Show. Citroën regards the country as a priority market and, following the inauguration of its Russian subsidiary earlier thi ... Continue reading
Algae: the Truly Green Solution to the World's Energy Problem - VIDEO FEATURE
Aug 26, 2008
AUTO CENTRAL - August 26, 2008: The search for alternative energy sources and fuels has certainly uncovered some surprising and exciting results. And perhaps the most surprising, if you're not a biological scientist or aficionado (assuming that there are such bio groupies) is algae, or as some call it; pond scum. Why i ... Continue reading
BMW Announces 2009 Model Year Pricing
Aug 26, 2008
WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ - August 25, 2008: BMW of North America, LLC today announced a price increase of 2.1 percent on average across its model range of 2009 BMW brand vehicles. The modest price adjustment is driven mainly by continually rising raw materials costs and ongoing exchange rate pressure. "The significant struct ... Continue reading
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