Feb 14, 2007
Survey: Over 2.5 Million Americans Want Fuel-Efficient Vehicles ... But Have Been Frustrated; Four Out of Five Want Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Now Off Limits to Them, Seek Hill Action. WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 -- America is now stuck in reverse when it comes to fuel-efficient vehicles and unhappy U.S. consumers want Congress t ... Continue reading
All-New 2007 Dodge Sprinter Pricing
Feb 14, 2007
-- Starting at $30,950, all-new 2007 Dodge Sprinter is super-sized to offer more space, choices, features and innovations -- Sprinter is longer, wider and taller, and features segment's most best- in-class advantages -- More than 25 advanced safety and security features the segment's highest level of safety and securit ... Continue reading
Dodge Introduces All-new 2007 Sprinter
Feb 14, 2007
'Super-sized' Sprinter is Longer, Wider and taller; Offers More Space, Choices, Features and Innovations --Increase in maximum width (two inches), interior height (11 inches), exterior height (13 inches), door opening height (5 inches), cargo area length (19 inches), vehicle length (30 inches), cargo volume (127 cu. ft ... Continue reading
Hyundai Accent and Elantra Earn 'Greenest Vehicles of 2007' Honors
Feb 14, 2007
2007 Hyundai Accent and Elantra Receive Environmental Honors From the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 14 -- The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) recognized the 2007 Hyundai Accent and Elantra as two of the top 12 "Greenest Vehicles of 2007." ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Achieves $7.3 Billion Operating Profit in 2006
Feb 14, 2007
- Net income of $4.3 billion (2005: $3.8 billion) - Earnings per Share of $4.17 (2005: $3.70) - Revenues up 1% to $200.1 billion STUTTGART, Germany and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 14 -- DaimlerChrysler today published its preliminary Group and divisional results for the year 2006. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/pr ... Continue reading
GM To Be First To Build Hybrid Car In Canada
Feb 14, 2007
TORONTO, Feb 13, 2007; Reuters reported that General Motors of Canada said on Tuesday it will be the first automaker to build hybrid vehicles in Canada and expects hybrid versions of some of its pickup trucks to hit the market next year. GM Canada, the country's biggest automaker, said its Oshawa Truck Assembly Plant i ... Continue reading
GM Builds New Six-Speed Rear-Wheel-Drive Transmission Variant In Ypsilanti For Heavy-Duty Pickups
Feb 14, 2007
YPSILANTI, Mich. - General Motorsâ (GM) Ypsilanti Transmission Operations is producing a new variant of its Hydra-Matic rear-wheel-drive six-speed transmission. The new 6L90 six-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission is standard in the all new 2007 GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado heavy-duty pick ... Continue reading
Drew Industries Reports 2006 and Fourth Quarter Results
Feb 14, 2007
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Feb. 13 -- Drew Industries Incorporated today reported its operating results for the year and fourth quarter ended December 31, 2006. Drew, a leading supplier of components for recreational vehicles ("RV") and manufactured homes ("MH"), reported net income of $31.0 million, or $1.42 per diluted shar ... Continue reading
Brampton Ontario to Become Home of the All-new 2008 Dodge Challenger
Feb 14, 2007
-- Brampton, Ontario plant will begin production in the spring of 2008 -- Plant will become Chrysler Group's first to build four different models -- DaimlerChrysler's commitment to Canada continues -- Countdown begins for highly anticipated sports coupe TORONTO, Feb. 13 -- DaimlerChrysler announced today that the all-n ... Continue reading
Snow Day? Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Chicago Auto Show
Feb 13, 2007
CHICAGO, Feb. 13 -- 10. Lots of cars, no slush. 9. Tons of covered parking with indoor walkways (in Lot A on King Drive). 8. ... Continue reading
Feb 13, 2007
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG Model: 2007 Saturn Aura XR Engine: 3.6-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 252 hp @ 6400 rpm/251 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with manual mode Wheelbase: 112.3 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.0 x 70.3 x 57.6 in. Tires: P225/50R18 Cargo volume: 15.7 cu. ft. Fuel economy: 20 mpg ... Continue reading
2007 Mini Cooper S Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Feb 13, 2007
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG Model: 2007 Mini Cooper S Engine: 1.6-liter turbocharged inline four Horsepower/Torque: 172 hp @ 5500 rpm/177 lb-ft @ 1600-5000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual or automatic with manual mode Wheelbase: 97.1 in. Length/Width/Height: 145.6 x 66.3 x 55.4 in. Tires: P195/55R16 Cargo volume: 5.7 ... Continue reading
Feb 13, 2007
Ads Call Attention to Adverse Impacts on Millions of Californians WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Farmers, ranchers, small businesses, contractors, boaters, campers, RV owners and families are among the millions of light truck owners in California who will be adversely affected by a new law unless it is ... Continue reading
Blind Person Advocates Say Hybrids Pose Safety Threat
Feb 13, 2007
Washington DC February 12, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that for blind people, crossing the street just got more challenging. Hybrids, which switch between a gasoline engine and an electric motor, are almost silent when idling at a stop or running at low speeds. According to the Wall Street Journal, blind pedest ... Continue reading
Hybrid Tax-Credit Cap Impacts Foreign Automakers
Feb 13, 2007
Washington DC February 12, 2007: The AIADA newsletter reported that last April, President Bush said he favored removing limits on the number of advanced-technology vehicles eligible for federal tax credits. But the budget he proposed last week would not lift those caps. Under current law, once an automaker sells 60,000 ... Continue reading
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